How to Register

There are three easy ways to register: 

1. Online Registration

Call the Lake Forest Sports Park and Recreation Center at (949) 273-6960 to get your family online account set-up. On the registration site, click on the registration button located under Recreation Classes or on the left-hand side of the homepage.

To register for programs please to set up a new family account.

Follow the steps below to get your account ready:

Step 1: Go to the Active Communities Website
Step 2: Click on 'Create Account'.
Step 3: Complete your information!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call your Community Services Department at (949) 273-6960 or email us.

2. Mail-In Registration

Complete the Program Registration Form and enclose your check payable to the "City of Lake Forest." Please complete a registration form with a separate check for each program and mail to: 

Lake Forest Sports Park and Recreation Center

28000 Rancho Parkway

Lake Forest, CA    92630

3. Walk-In Registration 

All walk in registration is taken at the Recreation Center (address above)

Refund Policy

  • A full refund will be given for any activity canceled by the City of Lake Forest.
  • In the case of a City excursion, if a refund is requested and the City is able to fill the spot, the participant will receive a full refund minus the $10 administrative fee.
  • In the case that the City is not able to fill the spot, no refund will be given. Refunds may take up to 30 days to process from the date of cancellation of a program.
  • Registrations for City excursions are non-transferable.
  • Refunds will not be given for any portion of recreation classes after the second meeting of the class has taken place. If a refund is requested prior to the second week of class, a refund will be given minus a $10.00 administrative fee.
  • Refunds are not given for any program that may be canceled by the patron with a fee of $10.00 or less per participant (per receipted transaction).

General Information

  • All programs are subject to cancellation or schedule changes.
  • The City does not pro-rate any of our classes or programs; late registrants will be obligated to pay full price for the course.
  • In the case that we receive your Program Registration Form and the activity is full, we will put you on the waiting list.
  • Please submit a separate check for each program with your registration form. In the case that you do not submit one check for numerous activities and one of them is full, we cannot process your registration and it will be returned to you.
  • Upon receipt of your paid registration, you will be a confirmed registrant for your desired class or classes. Your canceled check will serve as your receipt. If you would like a printed receipt sent to you, please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope when submitting your completed registration form.
  • Returned check policy: If your check is returned to us, you will be charged $25.00 fee in addition to the amount of the original check. You will be prohibited from registering for future programs until any returned check issues are resolved.
  • Activities may be canceled if the minimum is not met. You will be contacted if a class or program for which you have registered has been canceled.

2023 Community Services Commission

Notice

The City of Lake Forest is accepting applications to serve on the Community Services Commission. Applications must be submitted online using this form and must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

The Community Services Commission advises the City Council on matters pertaining to the acquisition, development, and maintenance of public parks and recreational facilities. The Commission also advises the City Council on matters relating to recreational programs and provides advice to the Community Services Department.

This Commission meets the Wednesday after the first City Council meeting of each month, at 6:30 p.m. Commission members pledge upon appointment to represent the overall public good and not that of an exclusive group or interest and will sign an Ethics Policy upon appointment to the Commission. The City assigns a staff liaison to work with the Commission and facilitate communication between the Commission and the City Council.

In addition to attending the regular monthly Commission meetings, Commissioners are expected to periodically attend and participate in City programs and activities. Commissioners receive a salary of $59 per meeting, not to exceed $118 per month.

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I attest to the following: 1. I am a legal resident of the City of Lake Forest. 2. I am registered to vote in the City of Lake Forest. 3. I am able to attend Community Services Commission meetings that are regularly scheduled on the Wednesday following the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 4. I have submitted a Statement of Economic Interest, in accordance with the Political Reform Act. 5. I understand this application is a Public Record and may be made available to members of the public upon request, with personal contact information redacted. The information provided in this application is true and accurate.

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2023 Planning Commission Application

Notice

The City of Lake Forest is accepting applications to serve on the Planning Commission. Applications must be submitted online using this form and must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

The City's Planning Commission is a decision-making body tasked with reviewing matters related to planning and development in the City. The Planning Commission consists of five members which are appointed by the City- Council with Commissioners serving four-year terms. Typical projects reviewed by the Planning Commission include applications for new development, proposed changes in zoning or the text of the Municipal Code, as well as review proposed subdivisions of land. The Planning Commission is also responsible for making recommendations to the City Council as to whether a project or action would be consistent with the General Plan.

The Commission meets on the same week in which the City Council holds their first meeting of the month on Thursdays and meetings commence at 6:30 p.m. In addition to attending the regular monthly Commission meetings, Commissioners are expected to periodically attend and participate in City programs and activities.

Commissioners receive a salary of $118 per meeting, not to exceed $236 per month.

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Tell us about your vision for the City: Please limit your comments to 200 words each for Questions 16-18.

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Applicant Verification

I attest to the following: 1. I am a legal resident of the City of Lake Forest. 2. I am registered to vote in the City of Lake Forest. 3. I am able to attend Planning Commission meetings that are regularly scheduled on the same week in which the City Council holds their first meeting of the month on Thursdays and meetings commence at 6:30 p.m. 4. I have submitted a Statement of Economic Interest, in accordance with the Political Reform Act. 5. I understand this application is a Public Record and may be made available to members of the public upon request, with personal contact information redacted. The information provided in this application is true and accurate.

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2023 Traffic and Parking Commission

Notice

The City of Lake Forest is accepting applications to serve on the Traffic and Parking Commission. Applications must be submitted online using this form and must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 24, 2023. There is currently one seat available on the commission.

The Traffic and Parking Commission advises the City Council on issues relating to parking and the safe and efficient movement of traffic, including vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and other modes of transportation upon the circulation network of the City. The Commission will provide recommendations related to traffic and parking including, but not limited to traffic and parking related field studies, requests for traffic control devices, requests for permit parking and street sweeping parking restrictions, and other related matters.

This Commission meets the Monday prior to the first City Council meeting of each month, at 6:30 p.m. Commission members pledge upon appointment to represent the overall public good and not that of an exclusive group or interest and will sign an Ethics Policy upon appointment to the Commission. The City assigns a staff liaison to work with the Commission and facilitate communication between the Commission and the City Council. In addition to attending the regular monthly Commission meetings, Commissioners are expected to periodically attend and participate in City programs and activities.

Commissioners receive a salary of $118 per meeting, not to exceed $236 per month.

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Tell us about your relationships to Current Council Members or Employees. Please limit your responses to 50 words each for Questions 11-13.

Tell us about your understanding of government: Please limit your comments to 100 words each for Questions 14 & 15.

Tell us about your vision for the City: Please limit your comments to 200 words each for Questions 16-18.

Attachments

The following attachments are part of the reference materials for the application:

Applicant Verification

I attest to the following: 1. I am a legal resident of the City of Lake Forest. 2. I am registered to vote in the City of Lake Forest. 3. I am able to attend Traffic and Parking Commission meetings that are regularly scheduled the Monday prior to the first City Council meeting each month ar 6:30 p.m. 4. I have submitted a Statement of Economic Interest, in accordance with the Political Reform Act. 5. I understand this application is a Public Record and may be made available to members of the public upon request, with personal contact information redacted. The information provided in this application is true and accurate.

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Responsible Pet Ownership

Vet / Clinic:
20780 Lake Forest Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 600-8310
23162 El Toro Frontage Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (949) 837-5222
29040 Portola Parkway, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (949) 380-1255
24301 Muirlands Blvd Ste P, Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 837-7660
22377 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 855-9744
3 Rancho Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 581-7979
26741 Rancho Pkwy Suite 105-D, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (949) 354-5201 BlissAnimalHospital.com

Owner Information

City: Lake Forest

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