Contact Us Ball Diamonds, various locations 1944, 1947, 1951, 1954, 1962, 1964-1968, 4. Index page A through Letter George E. Kessler, December 22, 1899; contains 500 handwritten pages. Located at 1245 East 15th St. General Number (785) 832-7950, Holcom Park Recreation Center Yates, April 19, 1904, subject: tax bills, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Correspondence 1893-1897. Information Technology 785-238-3103, ext. Lytle Park was the former home of the Lytle family and Civil War Gen. William Haines Lytle. Donations make it possible for Manhattan Parks and Recreation to enhance and improve the experience of our community and its visitors. Tree Emergencies or City-owned Tree IssuesCall: 311 or (816) 513-1313Email: 311callcenter@kcmo.orgVisit: .kcmo.gov/311, Media Inquiries: Lan (La-nay) Johnson816-209-5325 or lane.johnson@kcmo.org, Commercial Photo/Film Shoots: Heidi Markle816-513-7527 orheidi.markle@kcmo.org, Park Event Permits: Robert Loya816-513-7701 or robert.loya@kcmo.orgPersonal Photo Shoots/Weddings: Zyphra Lyman816-513-7787 or zyphra.lyman@gmail.com, Volunteer Opportunities: Kelly Jander816-513-7512 orparks.volunteer@kcmo.orgMore about Volunteering>>, AthleticsAthletic Programs: James CaldwellField Permits/Contracts: Kevin Kearney, Inclusion Coordinator: Taryn Andersen816-513-7624 ortaryn.andersen@kcmo.orgMore about KC Parks Inclusion Programs>>, Park Historical Archivist: Kate Warfield816-513-0753 or katherine.warfield@kcmo.org. The listed numbers will not be answered if a ranger is not on duty. Marlborough Park (Arleta Park) 1920-1928, 12. The dates on these files are non-inclusive. Roanoke Park/Road/Parkway 1893-1931 Libertys Parks and Recreation Department offers a robust array of recreational, cultural, sporting and senior adult programs and activities for the community. Non-inclusive means that there is not a complete run of dates in the listed documents. LPRD on Rainoutline.com Parks and Recreation 2. Mount Airy Forest began with the purchase of 168 acres of farmland between Mount Airy and Westwood in 1911, and kept expanding. In addition, the archives has photographs and an architectural drawing collection that chronicles the history of Kansas City Parks and Boulevards that may be viewed at the Archives. The Board of Parks and Recreation holds public meetings every other Tuesday at the Parks and Recreation Department headquarters, 4600 E. 63rd St. All meetings start at 2 p.m. and are open to the public. The cemetery contain about thirty acres with several city pioneers and war veterans buried there. (206) 684-4080 Option #1. 415 E 12th Street Flora AvenuePolice Station 1953-1954, 23. WebParks and Recreation Advisory Committee ; Planning Commission; Public Works and Accessibility Advisory Committee; Utility Advisory Commission ; Boards, Commissions, and Committee Openings; City Code; Public Notices; County and All meetings are open to the public. Park Land Acquisition/Development 1979-1981, 17. Then, the subway tunnels needed to be built before the road was paved over. The dates on these files are non- inclusive. Event Scheduling Office. Personal Injury and Property Damage Reports 1915-1931, 12. Our picnic facilities, walking trail, tennis courts, ball fields, and playgrounds are some of the most popular facilities of their kind in the Northland. AutomobilesAuto Licenses and Vehicle Tax 1915-1932, 9. The records document the Recreation Divisions development while under the control of the Welfare Department. North Terrace Park [Kessler Park] 1895-1915, 5. News & Events Road Closure: Northbound Mission Rd, 127th 135th St 03/29/223 Historic Commission 75th Anniversary Articles Kids Fishing Derby April 29, 2023 Google Fiber Swope Park Zoo Great Ape House 1965-1966, 35 mm shot of items from the files microfilmed on: McLaren Lodge-Golden Gate Park. Railroad Crossings and Stations 1915-1928, 19. Without the subway to attract interest, the surrounding residential and commercial development didnt materialize. 32-837, 32-906, 32-919 and 32-988 and repealing the existing sections. The documents are arranged chronologically. Divisions include Natural Resources, Community Services, Financial Services, Marketing & Development, Human Resources, and Planning & Design Services. Subdrainage of Madam Roadways 1951-1952, 18. Administrative Office in South Park Located at Lykins Community Center 1945-1948, 1951-1957, 4. 3 x 5 cards that list name, date of burial and lot locations. We are committed to a continuous program of upgrading and expanding programs and facilities as funds permit. WebT. PropertyProposed for acquisition 1964-1967, 2. George E. KesslerRoutine Correspondence1904-1932, 4. Municipal Court. Tax Levies South Park District 1896-1912, 2. Located at 1141 Massachusetts St. General Number (785) 832-3450, Communications and Events Division Columbus Square -Washington Square 1908-1909, Subject Files (Resolutions and Ordinances) 1881-1923 20. National Association of Counties 1979, 61. Administrative Offices Kansas City Hours are 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; closed on federal holidays. We are committed to maintaining our park facilities in the best possible condition. Part 3: Parks Report Financial report for fiscal year 1912-1913. WebRoberta Larsen, President Liz Ryan, Vice President David Taylor, Secretary Valerie Swearingen, Treasurer Ken Karnes Bethany Miles Kath Stanley Ressler, Victoria Go. Administration Office. All Rights Reserved. The Archivesare located at 4600 E. 63rd Street Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64130-4629. The archivists of Kansas City Parks, Recreation and Boulevards work to preserve and organize valuable historical photographs and documents that trace the development of the parks system in the City of Kansas City, Mo. Staff Directory WebCity Hall (636) 327-5101 Parks and Rec (636) 332-9236 E-notify. The biggest project in Kesslers plan was the creation of Central Parkway as an attractive thoroughfare using the right-of-way and bed of the seldom-used Miami and Erie Canal. WebFire Department 785-238-6822. Internment registers for persons buried in single graves have been microfilmed. The Creative Skills summer camps experience offers a wide variety of fun and games, with soccer at its core, through its innovative and exciting camp concept. WebRiver Forest Park is approximately 7.5 acres, located north of the Hillside Levee and east of Interstate 35 in North Kansas Citys Ward 4. Park InformationRules and Regulations 1915-1927, 17. Staff Directory Shawnee County Parks and Rec, KS The dates on these files are non-inclusive. American Institute of Park Executives 1898-1932, 6. 2023 Kansas City Parks & Recreation. Mayors Christmas Tree Associations 1925-1931, 18. The dates on these files are non-inclusive. Linwood and The PaseoTraffic Light 1920-1929, 5. City of Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation Administration4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO 64130Phone:816-513-7500 Fax:816-513-7719HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Director: Christopher Cotten816-513-7503 or christopher.cotten@kcmo.org, Deputy Director: Brad Clay816-513-7505 or brad.clay@kcmo.org, Deputy Director: Richard Allen816-513-7713 or richard.allen@kcmo.org, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners Secretary: Karmen Houston816-513-7503 orkarmen.houston@kcmo.org, Superintendent of Parks: Kevin Evans816-513-7525 orkevin.evans@kcmo.org, Superintendent of Recreation:Jennifer Jutte816-513-7565 orjennifer.jutte@kcmo.org, Planning, Design and EngineeringChief Engineer: James Wang, P.E., ENV SP816-513-7622 or james.wang@kcmo.org. Shawnee Mission Park Beach & Marina. It comprises more than 10,000 acres and attracts more than 7.5 million These files provide detailed information on the operations of the Recreation Division during the 1940s and 1950s. It was the first municipal reforestation project. Letter and petitions from citizens requesting that the Board of Park Commissioners take action on a particular matter. 27th Street and Jarboe 1944, 1961-1968, 12. Legal Disclaimer Privacy Policy, Employment Photo Release Partners ADA. 7. GovernanceThe Parks and Recreation department is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor. Tax Levies West Park District 1898-1912, 3. George E. Kessler was the major designer of the Kansas City, Missouri, Parks and Boulevard system during the 1890s. Email. Public Recreation Scrapbook 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 2. Cincinnati Parks maintains and operates more than 5,000 acres of city park space, consisting of five Our MissionTo improve the quality of life, health and wellness of our community by providing socially equitable, community-driven programming and environmentally sound natural resource management. Part 4: Salary Schedules Resolutions by the Board of Park Commissioners fixing salaries for Parks Department employees. Today, the parkway portion of Central Parkway has been reduced to a thin strip of grass and trees, with no walkways or fountains, in the middle of a busy boulevard hardly enough space for residents to walk their dogs. We welcome businesses, organizations, and clubs to sponsor our events, programs, and exhibits throughout the year. 1. Water DepartmentFire Hydrants 1898-199931, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Correspondence and Subject Files 1890-1935. Help information can go here like a form, faq, links, etc Unified Recreation (formerly Special Populations), Staff Alphabetical Listing (by last name), Summer recreation program registration opens 8 a.m. Monday, Volunteer to beautify Lawrence through flower planting, Prairie Park Nature Center aims to help young archers sharpen skills. Gage Park 1943-1944, 1946-1947, 1953, 1962-1966, 6. Parks and Recreation Organization Chart Director of Parks and Recreation John Carnifax Volunteer & Resource Coordinator Angie Sims Lifeguards Stephanie Bass Andrs Delgado Lifeguards (PR) Instructors (PT) Lifeguards (PT) Customer Service Representatives (PR) Customer Service Representatives (Seasonal/On Call) Recreation Leaders (PR) Marketing Part 1: Personnel This section contains resolutions and related documents that pertain to Board of Park Commissioners personnel matters. The Union Cemetery records include the deed book where information such as lot purchaser, size of lot, cost of lot, date of payment, and method of payment can be found. April 25, 1935 June 1, 1955, Official Record of Proceedings of the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners 3. It is recommended that you call before you come: 816-513-7643 for general archival inquiries or for architectual drawing information. Archives January 1, 1985 February 4, 1992, Official Record of Proceedings of the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners June13, 1895 August 9, 1900, Official Record of Proceedings of the Board of Park and Boulevard Commissioners W.T. 3137 November 28, 1910 June 6, 1917, Official Record of Proceedings of the Board of Park and Boulevard Commissioners Question, Comment, Praise, or Concern? Contact Us - KC Parks 10th and Harrison Downtown PlaygroundKemp Park 1948-1958, 34. Penn Valley Park, Bath Houses 1915-1928, 12. WebRecreation Superintendent: Email Chris Curtis (785) 587-2763 McCarter, Ramsey Recreation Coordinator (Sports) Email Ramsey McCarter (785) 587-5653 Haar, Andy Playground Manual Miscellaneous Weekly Sections, 5. Missouri Parks & Recreation Association 1971-1973, 25. Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Ordinances (Correspondence) 1893-1899, 7. 4600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO 64130. Blue Valley Parkwaymaps, coordinates and calculations 1918-1923, 4. Divisions include Natural Resources, Community Services, Financial Services, Marketing & Development, Human Resources, and Planning & Design Services. When the subway tunnels were completed, construction of Central Parkway finally got underway in 1926, and was completed in October 1928. Tree City USAKansas City, Missouri has held the designation Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation since 1988. These location subject files often contain extended discussions of Recreation Division policy decisions, at least with regard to specific projects or activities. The citys first park was Piatt Park, along Eighth Street between Elm and Vine streets, created on land donated for a market space by the Piatt brothers in 1817 and formally dedicated as a park in 1868. By the turn of the century, the canal was an eyesore with sanitary concerns. We are committed to promoting organized recreational and social programs for all ages. 20th Street and Vine, Boxing Center, 1964, 1966, 1968, 9. This program is available from October 1 through December 20. Bills by City Against other Firms 1902-1932, 19. SpecificationsPennsylvania Avenue Viaduct and The Paseo Viaduct 1911, 8. These scrapbooks were put together and maintained through the years by the Kansas City, Missouri, Parks Department. Heim ParkEast Bottoms 1945, 1947, 1950-1958, 21. He also served as secretary for the Board of Parks Commissioners and as a landscape architect for the Parks Department. February15, 1977 December 25, 1979, Official Record of Proceedings of the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners Bath HousesWading PoolsDrinking Fountains 1915-1930, 16. Directory of Summer Recreation Agencies, 10. Website Design by Granicus - Connecting People and Government. June 8, 1955 April 26, 1967, Official Record of Proceedings of the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners Sponsorship guidelines are directed by City of Manhattan Resolution No. I hope the citizens of Cincinnati will take pride in this parkway and see that it not only is a beautiful parkway, but that the buildings to be erected along it are in keeping with its dignity, Mayor Murray Seasongood said at the dedication on Oct. 1, 1928. North Kansas City, MO 64116 The volume contains 671 pages with a 24 page index. Public Recreation Scrapbook 1948, 1949, 1952, 1. Located at 1141 Massachusetts St. General Number (785) 832-3450, Aquatic Division To check-in or check-out of Public Lands visit, https://license.gooutdoorskansas.com/. Kessler called for foliage-lined parkways along most major streets, such as Glenway Avenue, Paddock Road and Bloody Run (Victory Parkway), connecting the citys parks into a network of green space and neighborhood playgrounds. Hours are 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; closed on federal holidays. Levi Addison Ault, the first president of the Board of Park Commissioners, and his wife, Ida May, donated 142 acres of land inMount Lookout in 1911 that became Ault Park. Letter Box R V Letter to Parks Board from A.A. Rankin, February 3, 1904, subject: job application through Letter to Parks Board from Hoye Directory Co., February 15, 1899, subject: KC population by Parks Districts, Letter Box K L Letter to Parks Board from Affleck Steel Company, April 8, 1902, subject: cement testing through Letter to Parks Board from B.W. Station II. University of KansasCity Managers Conference 1980. World War I delayed the whole project, and when construction of the subway finally got underway in January 1920, the costs of materials had gone up significantly. The Parks and RecreationDepartment material available for viewing includes microfilm copies of Board of Parks Commissioners Minutes and related papers, Parks and Recreation Department scrapbooks (1892-1916, 1939-1962, 1965-1969), and other departmental documents. Paving of Adjacent Parking Lot and Roads 1959, 13. It was turned into a city park in 1907. Arts & Crafts Instructions November 1950, 6. When doing business with the Assessment Department in person, the public is encouraged to visit the Downtown Kansas City Courthouse for shorter wait times. Parks and Recreation Board Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00pm. It was transformed into a stately park that hosted part of the 1888 centennial exposition. Plus, check out the university and colleges from around the state of Kansas that offer outstanding degree programs to jump start your career in parks and recreation. WebRecreation Supervisor : Parks and Recreation (816) 300-0546: Email: Hansen, Marcia: Senior Coordinator: Parks and Recreation (816) 300-0545: Email: Hargis, David: Fire The Assessment Department is experiencing a high volume of calls due to declaration notices. RecreationSportsBowling Greens 1925-1926, 21. Schedule of EmployeesSalaries 1899-1933, 7. 20th Street and Madison 1946-1947, 1965, 7. Webparkusepermits@seattle.gov. Story Behind The Giant Fiberglass Penguin At Kansas City The 1960s scrapbooks contain many clippings that deal with the expansion of services of the Parks Department in Kansas City, North. The scrapbooks contain newspaper articles clipped from various Kansas City newspapers such as The Star, The Times, The Call and Wednesday Magazine with subjects relevant to parks and recreation in Kansas City. Union Cemetery Historical Society 1985-1986, 18. Rolls PA-114 and PA-115 Blue Valley (River) Coordinates 1918 through Kansas City North Condemnation Files 1955-1957, 1. The files also contain a limited amount of correspondence and reports on condemnation proceedings. Recreation Advisory Board Minutes & Correspondence 1954, 1. These files contain correspondence and reports received and sent by the Board of Park Commissioners on a variety of subjects. Matters Not Under Control of Park Board 1895-1932, 16. April 25, 1905 December 15, 1910, Official Record of Proceedings of the Board of Park and Boulevard Commissioners Johnson County Park and Recreation District- Summer Internship, Tonganoxie Recreation Commission Internship. The 1940s scrapbooks include information about various WPA projects within the city and wartime activities involving the Parks Department. Person Complaints Against Park Employees 1915-1930, 2. Operations Coordinator & Membership Services, Capitol Federal Sports Complex of Liberty. Adair Park; Blue and Gray Park; Blue River Parkway; Fleming Park - Lake Jacomo & Blue Springs Lake; Hayes Park; Landahl Park; Little Blue Trace; Longview SPRevents@seattle.gov. Amusement Parks: 5 things you didnt know about Kings Island, The Citizens Book, published in 1916 by the Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce, has an entry explaining Why parks and playgrounds are needed., In congested city districts there was no opportunity for adult recreation other than clubs, saloons, poolrooms and theaters. 69th Street and Elmwood 1952, 1963-1966, Recreation Division Reference Material 1940-1973. Kansas RecreationSportsBaseball 1915-1929 PA-41-1, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Subject Files of Parks Board President LAP. Study of Recreation Kansas City, Missouri 1961, Welfare Department, Recreation Division Documents: Recreation Division Subject FilesRalph Hileman1962-1975. Channel 3 785-210-2950. The 1950s scrapbook contains many clippings from The Call and The Star on issues involving integration of the Swope Park swimming pool. Probably nowhere in the country was this situation more acute than in the downtown districts of Cincinnati.. 16th Street and Locust Fire Station 1954, 3. The dates on these files are non- inclusive. WebUtility Billing: 620-276-1100 City Manager's Office: 620-276-1160 Staff Directory List | KCMO.gov - City of Kansas City, MO Staff Directory They also contain documentation of the interaction between the Kansas City Parks & Recreation Department and various other social agencies within the city. More About UsKansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation provides facilities, programs and recreational opportunities for the community that contribute to an aesthetically pleasing environment and enhanced quality of life. WebRecreation Administration Offices 913-831-3355. Staff Directory Longworth had called it the Garden of Eden.. To replace the canal, Kessler proposed a grand boulevard 150 feet wide over all, with a driveway on each side of a continuous central park space, the latter to be diversified and embellished with gardens, fountains and other features while wide walks on each side would provide adequate space for seats for the rest and pleasure of those living in the nearby neighborhoods.. For All 1. The scrapbooks from the 1890s contain many clippings that document the origins of the parks system in Kansas City, Missouri, with both pro and con views being included. (c. 1890s). This Roll of microfilm contains handwritten copies of City Council ordinances related to parks & boulevards in Kansas City. Prospect at 20th and 23rd Street 1943, 1948, 1956-1957, 18. Roll No. LPRD Contacts - City of Lawrence, Kansas Recreation Facilities Summary Report 1947, 2. Injuries in Recreational Department 1925, 17. 2. Care of Union Cemetery was taken over by the Parks Department in 1943. Phone: 816-513-7500 Fax: 816-513-7719. (a) The following parks have been designated as a part of the state park system: (1) Kanopolis-Mushroom Rock state park in Ellsworth county; (2) Cross Timbers state park at Toronto Lake in Woodson county; (3) Fall River state park in Greenwood county; (4) Cedar Bluff state park in Trego county; (5) Tuttle Creek state park in If you would like to contact a specific KC Parks facility, please Search (top right) for the facility; the number will be listed on their page. Recreation Division Staff Meeting Minutes 1951-1953, 12. Equipment, Sports Recreational 1915, 1932, 9. HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 Wait times are averaging one hour. Washington Park, opposite Music Hall, was built on former burial grounds acquired by the city between 1858 and 1863. North Terrace Park [Kessler Park] 1920-1931, 3. Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Subject Files (Resolutions and Ordinances) 1881-1923. Miles of scenic boulevards and parkways crisscross the city, where 48 fountains and 122 monuments and sculptures surprise and delight. Recreation Calendar 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1969, 7. Sponsorships make it possible for Manhattan Parks and Recreation to enhance and improve the experience of our community and its visitors. 1946, 1949-1953, 16. Directories 1944, 1948, 1951, 1953-1954, 6. North Terrace Park [Kessler Park] 1901-1940, 20. Multi-Use Recreational Facilities 1979, 52. Carpenter Shop: Footing & Floor Slab 1951-1952, 11. Unified Government Human Resources Department 701 North 7th Street, Rm. Park Department Employees Uniforms 1915-1928, 5. Part 1: Personnel This section contains resolutions and related documents that pertain to Board of Park Commissioners personnel matters.Part 2: Proposed Parks and Boulevards Contains resolutions and related material pertaining to specific subjects. Legal Disclaimer Privacy Policy, Employment Photo Release Partners ADA, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners. In 1928, Central Parkway had a wide lane of park space, with grass and newly-planted trees, running across downtown and around the bend of the road behind Music Hall. Tax Levies Swope Park District 1910-1912, 5.Tax Levies Westport Park District 1896-1912, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Project Files 1898-1946, A-W. Communicate To become a Tree City USA community, a city must meet four standards: have a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. Plans, Contracts, Costs, Etc. Park and Recreation Staff Directory We are committed to keeping the public informed of plans and activities and to respond to users' suggestions and criticisms. WebParks Planning Manager: 425-556-2442 Deml, Amanda Recreation Manager: 425-556-2311 Hamilton, Loreen Parks and Recreation Director: 425-556-2336 Houvener, Zach Recreation Business Manager: 425-556-2306 Kuhnhausen, Quinn Facilities Manager: 425-556-2716 Tuchek, David Parks and Recreation Deputy Director
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