LINCOLN—(KFOR Dec. 28) The Parks and Recreation Department  will launch a new online reservation platform for parks and center facilities beginning January 2, 2025. The new CivicRec site will streamline the reservation and payment process by providing users with a more efficient and friendly experience. Patrons may visit the site and set up accounts now at lincoln.ne.gov/CivicRec. During the transition to the CivicRec platform, all online facility reservations will be unavailable through January 1, 2025. During this time, reservations for center facilities must be made by calling or visiting center locations during business hours. Reservations for other parks facilities such as enclosed shelters will not be available until January 2, 2025. “We are thrilled to take this step forward with the launch of the new online platform,” said Maggie Stuckey-Ross, Lincoln Parks and Recreation Director. “This upgrade will not only make it easier for our community to access and reserve our facilities, but it also reflects our commitment to enhancing user experience and service. Our team is excited to offer a more efficient, seamless way to enjoy all that Lincoln Parks and Recreation has to offer.” The new system is designed to simplify the reservation process, Stuckey-Ross said, by allowing users to accomplish multiple tasks from one convenient platform. Features of the new site include: Check availability, make reservations, and pay for facilities such as park shelters, recreation centers, practice fields, courts, and special use venues Browse, register, and pay for classes, programs, and events Sign and submit required documents electronically Barcode sign-in for pool passes and select recreation programs Email and text notifications Mobile-friendly interface Multi-language support through third-party integration Online ballfield reservations will be available beginning March 1, 2025. For more information, contact the Team Sports Offices, 3131 “O” St. Suite 300, 402-441-7892. Reservations for municipal pools will be available May 26, 2025. Residents without online access can still make reservations by visiting their preferred center location or the Parks and Recreation Administration office, 3131 “O” St., Suite 300, during business hours. Center locations are as follows: Air Park Community Center, 4900 Mike Scholl St., 402-441-7876 Belmont Recreation Center, 1234 Judson St., 402-4411-6789 Calvert Recreation Center, 4500 Stockwell St., 402-441-8480 Easterday Recreation Center, 6130 Adams, 402-441-7877 “F” Street Recreation Center, 1225 “F” St., 402-441-7951 Irving Recreation Center, 2010 Van Dorn St., 402-441-7954 Pioneers Park Nature Center, 3201 S. Coddington Ave., 402-441-7895 For more information about Lincoln Parks and Recreation, visit lincoln.ne.gov/parks.