Neighborhood Center - 333 Larch Lane

The Meadowthorpe Neighborhood Association manages the use of the neighborhood center on 333 Larch Lane at the request of the Lexington Department of Parks and Recreation.  The association has developed guidelines and standard rental fees for individuals and groups wishing to use the center.

This is a Non-Smoking, No Alcohol facility.
Available Monday-Saturday - 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Fees: $200 Refundable Security Deposit, $50 per hour rental fee, $65 cleaning fee
Rental Documents and all fees due 2 weeks in advance of rental date.
No rentals on July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 & 01/01
Maximum Occupancy: 72 guests

For reservations, contact Jerry Adams at 255-1941 or jbeamer01@windstream.net

See the calendar for availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who owns the Meadowthorpe Community Center (MCC)?
  The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) owns the Meadowthorpe Louie Mack Park and all buildings located on the premises. This includes the community center.
  
• Who dictates policy guidelines and approves rental procedures for all community centers in Lexington?
  The LFUCG Division of Parks & Recreation.
  
• Why are there rules and policies?
  Written rules and policies prevent discrimination of all those who rent publicly owned facilities such as the MCC. Rules and policies ensure the safety of all those who use the facility and help to protect the property and its contents.
  
• Why has the rent for the MCC been raised?
  The rent has been raised to compare with the rent of similar facilities in Lexington, thus avoiding over use of the MCC and overworking MNA volunteer key holders who open and close the facility. The increased rent will also help pay for keeping the center cleaned and maintained in top condition.
  
• I pay voluntary dues to the Meadowthorpe Neighborhood Association (MNA). Why don't I get free rentals?
  Having one rate for MNA residents and another for non-residents is desirable, but offering free or reduced rate rentals to MNA residents would be discriminatory and the LFUCG does not allow discrimination in the rental of their properties.
  
• Why is the security deposit check cashed immediately?
  The checks are cashed to insure that all fees are paid and to guard against NSF (Non-sufficient Funds) or Stop Payment checks.
  
• Why are renters required to pay a cleaning fee?
  The staff of the LFUCG does not clean the center except by special request. In the past, renters have been asked to thoroughly clean the center after each use but the results have been spotty, sometimes making extra work for the MNA volunteers. To maintain our center in top condition, the building will now be cleaned by a professional cleaning service. The cleaning fee and a portion of the rent will pay for the service. In return, renters will be relieved of major housekeeping responsibilities and the center will always be kept clean.
  
• How is the rent money collected by the MNA spent?
  The MNA is allowed to keep all the money. However the MNA is required to put the rental funds toward supplies and furnishings for the community center and toward improvements of the center and park. The money can also be used to support association sponsored events such as the Fall Festival and Christmas Potluck Supper. It is not used to pay the key holders. They are volunteers.
  
• Who maintains the park grounds?
  The LFUCG contracts the mowing and maintains the exterior of the all buildings, the ball field and tennis courts. The LFUCG is also responsible for electrical or plumbing issues and the HVAC systems in all buildings on the premises.
  
• Who owns the tables/chairs and other equipment in the MCC?
  The MNA owns most of the unattached items in the center. Anything permanently attached is automatically the property of the LFUCG.
  
• Who pays the utilities for the park and community center?
  The LFUCG Division of Parks & Recreation.
  
• Do you have an Occupancy Permit issued by the Division of Fire & Emergency Services?
  Yes. The occupancy rating is as follows: (Maximum Tables & Chair seating is limited to 108 persons. Maximum chair only seating is limited to 231persons) However, the Meadowthorpe Neighborhood Association has seating for a maximum of 72 persons and our Rental Agreement states that we will not exceed that number for any event or rental.
  Note: A Dance Permit Was Not Approved For This Facility