Rental FAQs

Do you have questions regarding rental facilities?

Check out this list of frequently asked questions for park pavilions, the Recreation & Tennis Center Multi-Purpose Rooms, and the Community Center:

Pavilions

• Can I have a fund raising event? Conducting sales of merchandise or services is not allowed in athletic fields, parks, or the Recreation Center. (Ordinance No. 0-17-29). Funds can be collected prior to the event and offsite.
• Can I do a crawfish or shrimp boil at the park? Yes. You will not have access to water on site for cleaning and must make sure to properly dispose of any trash or food scraps in trash receptacles.
• Can I set up an inflatable? Yes, only if you have rented a pavilion and have been issued a permit with the inflatable listed on the application. Proof of liability insurance must be presented prior to the event listing the City of Missouri City as additionally insured. A gas-powered generator must be used to power the inflatable/pumps.
• What if my rented pavilion is dirty when I arrive? Parks are mowed and maintained on a regular schedule; however, special maintenance such as clean-up before or after an event, is not guaranteed for pavilion rentals.
• Whom do I call if someone refuses to vacate my rented pavilion? Call Missouri City Police Dispatch non-emergency line at 281-403-8700 should an officer be needed for any reason during your rental time. Officers will be able to assist you as long as you have a copy of your pavilion permit for the designated rental time.
• Can I decorate the pavilion? Yes. Decorations must not leave any damage and must be removed completely following the rental.

Multi-Purpose Rooms

• Can I come in early to set up and decorate? No. The renter must include set-up and clean-up time in the total rental time that has been paid for. Decorations or set up items may not be delivered before the day of renter’s event, nor may they remain in the facility following your event for future pick up. Any and all decorations that are to be attached to the physical structure and the means for attaching the same to the walls, ceilings, floors, tables, chairs, or fixtures of the Multi-Purpose Room must be pre-approved. 
• Can I have an inflatable outside? Yes. Inflatables can be used outside the Multi-Purpose Room after regular business hours only. Proof of liability insurance must be presented prior to the event listing the City of Missouri City as additionally insured. A gas-powered generator must be used to power the inflatable/pumps.
  
• Can we use the gym with our rental? The Multi-Purpose Room rental is for that space only. You can use the gymnasium only if it has also been rented for the same time. Gymnasium Rentals are available after regular business hours only.
• Can we use the children’s playground with our rental? Yes, but it will also remain open for public use during the rental.
• Can I have chafing dish warmers? No open flames are permitted to use in the Multi-Purpose Room. This includes birthday candles.
• How many tables and chairs are there? 60 rectangle tables (6 feet by 2 ½ feet), 150 chairs
  
• Are there table linens? No. Linens are not provided; however, the renter can bring their own.
• What does the $250.00 deposit pay for? The $250 deposit is a damage deposit. The deposit is required in full in addition to the room fees at the time of reservation. The deposit is fully refundable, provided there is no damage to the facility or equipment incurred, any breach of contract, or any extra services which need to be deducted from the deposit.
• How long before I get my deposit back? Deposit refunds shall be either be in the form of a check and mailed to the renter within thirty (30) business days following the event, or if renter paid by credit card, credited back to the renter’s same credit card within two (2) weeks after the event.
• How late can I reserve the Multi-Purpose Rooms? 12:00 am, excluding certain holidays.
• Can I have a DJ? The use of amplified sound, including but not limited to amplifiers, loudspeakers, or any similar device not included with the rental of the multi-purpose rooms, is not permitted during operating hours of the Recreation and Tennis Center, or while there is another event taking place concurrently. DJs can be used after regular business hours.

Community Center

• Can I come in early to set up and decorate? No. The renter must include set-up and clean-up time in the total rental time that has been paid for. Decorations or set up items may not be delivered before the day of renter’s event, nor may they remain in the facility following your event for future pick up. Any and all decorations that are to be attached to the physical structure and the means for attaching the same to the walls, ceilings, floors, tables, chairs, or fixtures of the Community Center must be pre-approved. 
• Can I have an inflatable outside? Yes. Inflatables can be used outside the Community Center Auditorium after regular business hours only. Proof of liability insurance must be presented prior to the event listing the City of Missouri City as additionally insured. A gas-powered generator must be used to power the inflatable/pumps.
• Can we use non-Missouri City police officers? No. You must complete a Missouri City Police Department Off-Duty Employment Agreement and pay any fees no later than two weeks prior to the event. All security fees are to be paid at the Missouri City Public Safety Headquarters located at 3849 Cartwright Road. 
• Can I have chafing dish warmers? Yes. Sterno pots can be used to keep food warm in serving dishes. All other open flames, flame producing devices, and any inflammable/combustible materials are strictly prohibited inside the Community Center. This includes but is not limited to candles, torches, incense burners, and charcoal grills. 
• What size are the tables? Rectangular tables are 6 feet by 2 ½ feet; Rounds are 60in or 5ft in diameter.
• How many tables and chairs are there? 40 round and 40 rectangular tables, 300 chairs.
• Are there table linens? No. Linens are not provided; however, the renter can bring their own.
• What does the $375.00 deposit pay for? The $375 deposit is a damage deposit. The deposit is required in full in addition to the room fees at the time of reservation. The deposit is fully refundable, provided there is no damage to the facility or equipment incurred, any breach of contract, or any extra services which need to be deducted from the deposit.
• How long before I get my deposit back? Deposit refunds shall be either be in the form of a check and mailed to the renter within thirty (30) business days following the event, or if renter paid by credit card, credited back to the renter’s same credit card within two (2) weeks after the event.
• How late can I have the space? The Community Center is available for rent between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. (excluding certain holidays).
• Can I have a DJ? Yes.