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Veterans Memorial Donations

The Veterans Memorial Committee is comprised of three organizations and two at-large individuals. The organizations involved are the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Patriot Outreach. All members of the committee are veterans that have served through one of the five branches of the United States Military. The Veterans Memorial Committee is spearheading this project with the purpose of honoring veterans, providing a place of reflection and remembrance and a place of recognition to give thanks to the many men and women who have given their lives for this country.

Design concept approved by the Community Land & Recreation Board

The sphere and a star emanating the five branches of our Armed Forces will pay respect to our brave men and women.

DOCUMENTS

DONATIONS

The donation process may be completed by mail, in person or online.

  1. Online credit card donations are accepted. The link will take you to a secure external payment processing page.
  2. Donations are accepted via check or cash in person at:
    1. Parkville City Hall at 8880 Clark Avenue, Parkville MO 64152.
    2. VFW Parkville Post 7356 at 10125 Highway 45, Parkville MO 64152
    3. American Legion Post 318 at 11 Main Street, Parkville MO 64152
    4. Patriot Outreach at 425 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048

To obtain a copy of the City’s tax deduction form, contact Finance/Human Resources Director Matthew Chapman by e-mail or at (816) 741-7676.

For more information about the project, contact a member of the Veterans Memorial Committee or Parkville’s Assistant to the City Administrator Jeffery Rhodes at (816) 741-7676.

  • VFW: Jerry Felker and Bob Bennet
  • American Legion: Charlie Kutz and Jim McCall
  • Patriot Outreach: Arthur Shafferman and Tony Monaco
  • At-large member: Tim Westcott and Bob Burns
  • Parkville liaison: Alderman Greg Plumb

Monument at the Veteran’s Memorial Designs

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The City of Parkville, in conjunction with the Veterans’ Memorial Committee, sought public input for designs for the Monument at the Veterans’ Memorial Campaign from October 27 through November 22, 2017. The campaign provided an opportunity for citizens to honor Veterans by submitting design concepts for a future memorial to be located in English Landing Park. The public voted on the top candidates at a booth inside the American Legion (11 Main Street) at Christmas on the River and through the City’s website.

Updates will be available on the City’s Facebook (@CityofParkville) and Twitter (@parkvillemo) pages using the hashtag #MonumentVeteransMemorialPKV and on the City’s website. The winning design will be displayed at City Hall for public viewing until the monument is completed.

The committee will work with the top 3 designs (A, D & E below) based on the public vote. After a plan is developed, fundraising will begin.

Note: To view the full details about each design, click on the Design (PDF) links above the photos below.

Design A (PDF)

Design B (PDF)

Design C (PDF)

Design D (PDF)

Design E (PDF)

Design F (PDF)

The effort to develop a Veterans’ memorial is being led by the Veterans’ Memorial Committee made up of members of veterans’ service organizations and other community members. For more information about the Monument at the Veterans’ Memorial Campaign, contact Assistant to the City Administrator Anna Mitchell at (816) 741-7676.

City seeks input for future Veteran’s Memorial

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The City of Parkville is seeking public input for the Monument at the Veterans’ Memorial Campaign. The campaign provides an opportunity for citizens to honor Veterans by submitting design concepts for a future memorial to be located in English Landing Park.

Design concepts can be submitted in PDF format by e-mail to Assistant to the City Administrator Anna Mitchell or can be dropped off at Parkville City Hall, 8880 Clark Avenue. Submissions are due by Wednesday, November 22, 2017.

Top candidates will be chosen for the public to then vote on a favorite design at a booth at Christmas on the River in downtown Parkville on Friday, December 1. The event begins at 6:00 p.m. and the public can vote throughout the festival.

The winner will be announced on Monday, December 4th on the City’s Facebook (@CityofParkville) and Twitter (@parkvillemo) pages using the hashtag #MonumentVeteransMemorialPKV and on the City’s website. The winning design will also be displayed at City Hall for public viewing.

For more information about the Monument at the Veterans’ Memorial Campaign, contact Assistant to the City Administrator Anna Mitchell at (816) 741-7676.

 

The memorial will be located in English Landing Park, more specifically at point number 5 on the rendered map. Design concept from the 2016 Parks Master Plan Update.

Bob Fluchel Memorial Garden Completed

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The City is pleased to announce that, with the help of the Friends of Parkville Nature Sanctuary (FOPNS), the Bob Fluchel Memorial Butterfly Garden in the Parkville Nature Sanctuary is ready for visitors. The Nature Sanctuary has an impressive history of offering a remarkable, but simple, nature retreat. The Bob Fluchel Memorial Butterfly Garden is an accessible and visible addition to the Sanctuary.

On February 21, the Board of Aldermen named the garden The Bob Fluchel Memorial Butterfly Garden in honor of the late Bob Fluchel who passed away in 2015. His passion was the intersection of nature conservation and education. After retiring from the Missouri Department of Conservation, Fluchel continued his life’s work as the director of the Nature Sanctuary. Bob’s wife Barbara gave her blessing for the name and mentioned that in addition to his work at the nature sanctuary, Bob helped several schools establish butterfly gardens.

FOPNS is a non-profit friends group that was incorporated in 2015 to supplement existing support from the City and fundraising for future programming, maintenance and development of the nature sanctuaries in Parkville. FOPNS wanted to honor Bob Fluchel, who was the primary driver for creation of the group, by completing a project that was manageable for a first major project. The momentum gained from a completed project will help drive future projects and donations.  

Mayor Johnston said, “The City is extraordinarily thankful for the work of Bob Fluchel, the volunteers and FOPNS. We extend a special thank you to Embassy Landscapes. The boulder/rock elements in the original design were removed from the final design due to the cost constraints and Embassy Landscapes donated the labor and materials to complete the original concept.  The results of Bob’s passion and hard work will be part of the lasting gift to the citizens who enjoy the Parkville Nature Sanctuary.”

A dedication ceremony, hosted by the City of Parkville and FOPNS, was held on Monday, June 12.

For more information contact Nature Sanctuary Director Joe Ryan at (816) 741-7676 or by e-mail.

Memorial Tree Application

A memorial tree costs $400.00. Application forms will not be be processed until payment has been completed.

Memorial Bench Application

A memorial bench costs $2,000.00. Application forms will not be be processed until payment has been completed.

City Receives Grant for Multipurpose Fields in Platte Landing Park

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PARKVILLE, MO, JULY 22, 2021 – The City of Parkville is pleased to announce that it received a $1 million Platte County Parks and Recreation Partnership Grant to assist with constructing new multipurpose sports fields in Platte Landing Park. Funding for the grant was made possible with the Platte County park sales tax, which was renewed by the voters in 2020.

The Parkville Parks Master Plan, adopted in 2016 following extensive public outreach, proposed expanded multipurpose fields in Platte Landing Park to replace the neighboring fields in English Landing Park as part of a long-term strategy to upgrade both riverfront parks. The location of the existing fields will be reclaimed for other open space-enhanced amenities set forth in the Plan, including a central lawn near the riverfront, a Missouri River overlook, a Veteran’s Memorial Plaza and other multipurpose open green spaces. 

To help fund the improvements outlined in the Plan, the City submitted a ballot question to residents in April 2019 for a one-half cent sales tax to provide long-term funding to improve park facilities and to help ensure the sustainability of the Parkville parks system. Following voter approval, the Board of Aldermen and the Community Land and Recreation Board (CLARB) set priorities for use of the revenue, including construction of the fields. A portion of the revenue from the sales tax, along with the Platte County Partnership Grant, will be used to construct the fields.

Construction of the multipurpose fields will provide more active recreation facilities in Platte Landing Park, including additional baseball and multipurpose fields for such uses as youth soccer, football and lacrosse. They will help address demand for fields and provide an opportunity to practice and play games in our own community.

The City is in the process of retaining the services of professional consultant team to assist with the design. Once the team has been assembled, work sessions will be held with the Board of Aldermen and CLARB to initiate the design process. Various studies, including a traffic study, will be completed to determine the overall impacts of the proposed fields and assist in the development of a design concept for the fields. The work sessions will be open to the public. The City also intends to have public input meetings where the public has the opportunity to view any plan proposals, ask questions and provide comment to the Board of Aldermen prior to approving a final design. 

Mayor Nan Johnston said, “The City of Parkville greatly appreciates the support from Platte County for the development of new sports multipurpose fields. The partnership we enjoy with Platte County continues to provide for expanded recreational opportunities for our community, serves our youth and greatly contributes to the quality of lives that our residents enjoy.”

To view a fact sheet for the project and to follow project updates, visit http://parkvillemo.gov/community/parks/plp-multipurpose-fields/. For more information, contact Public Works Director Alysen Abel at (816) 741-7676.

Platte Landing Park Youth Sports Multipurpose Fields

Parkville Parks | Parks Master Plan | Youth Sports Multipurpose Fields | Frequently Asked Questions

The City of Parkville is in the process of developing four new multipurpose fields in Platte Landing Park, replacing existing fields in the neighboring English Landing Park. The 2016 Parks Master Plan proposed the fields as part of a long-term strategy to upgrade the riverfront parks, providing a wide range of amenities for the enjoyment of our residents. The location of the existing fields will be reclaimed for other open space enhanced amenities set forth in the Parks Master Plan. It is part of a broader plan to improve park facilities and recreation in Parkville, which includes both passive and active recreation for the entire community’s enjoyment.

This page shares information with the public concerning the multipurpose fields project, the 2016 Parks Master Plan, Proposition P (i.e., the 2019 sales tax election) and to address questions that have been asked by the public. This page will be updated to provide more information as the development of the youth sports multipurpose fields’ project advances from the concept stage to the design stage. Please check back for updates, as well as announcements when the planning will be discussed in public meetings. 

Status Updates:

September 7, 2021 – The Board of Aldermen approved an agreement with McClure Engineering to design the ballfield project. Vireo will be a sub-contractor under their agreement and will handle the public engagement portion. Scope of Services

July 22, 2021 – The City issued a press release regarding Platte County Parks and Recreation grant funds received for the project. Press Release

June 9, 2021 – The City has applied for Platte County Parks and Recreation grant funds to help construct the fields and is waiting to hear if any funding will be awarded for the project. Once a total budget has been determined, we will begin to move beyond the general concept to specific planning. There are not any specific plans that have been approved by the Board of Aldermen. The public will be given many opportunities to provide input, including on illustrated concepts from the Park Master Plan (2016) and the overlay field concept.

Fact Sheet

Parkville Parks

Residents of Parkville enjoy one of the premiere public park and open space systems in the entire metropolitan area. 

The City maintains a network of community parks and recreation areas that provide a broad range of recreation opportunities for its residents. It includes two large parks along the river, two nature sanctuaries, trails and neighborhood parks. The City’s Strategic Plan has adopted a vision statement that includes, “The City of Parkville will enjoy an accessible, safe and connected community park system, providing regionally significant destinations and preserving and enhancing Parkville’s unique natural resource base while maintaining and creating a variety of unique recreational activities.” In 2016, the City, with public input, adopted a Parks Master Plan that outlined long-term enhancements to the community’s parks system. Consistent with the City’s goals, the Plan sets forth a vision to continue to upgrade the parks and enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Parks Master Plan

Parkville adopted a master plan for its parks and recreation in 2016 that was developed with broad participation by the public, with the intended purpose of setting a long-term vision and action plan for the park system and recreation programs.

Consistent with the vision statement, the City, with public input, adopted a Parks Master Plan in 2016. The plan sets a long-term vision and action plan for the park system, providing the City a road map for facilities and maintaining and improving the system and operations. The Plan promotes Parkville’s parks to capture the essence of a small, riverfront town from the bluffs to the water, wetlands, natural areas and everything in between. Parkville parks are also about recreation – people “re-creating” themselves away from work and home, enjoying the outdoors. In surveys, residents credit parks, open space and recreational opportunities for their high quality of life in addition to the small-town atmosphere and proximity to all the amenities the metro area offers. 

The City hired the professional firm Vireo to develop the Park’s Master Plan. Vireo is an experienced planning and landscape architecture design team that specializes in parks, conservation and the environment. They were retained by the City to provide professional advice on the development of the Parks Master Plan, and also for their outreach specialists and their ability to engage the community in the planning process.

Vireo facilitated a number of public outreach engagements in cooperation with the City and Platte County Parks & Recreation. Nearly 400 participants in total provided input identifying park priorities, preferences and needs. A variety of public engagement formats were employed in order to reach as many residents as possible including: focus group discussions; on-line questionnaires served across e-mail and social media; a public open house; and a booth hosted by the Community Land & Recreation Board (CLARB) at the City’s 4th of July event. Information gathered from these engagements provided guidance and direction for the purposes of updating the Parks Master Plan and design concepts for the riverfront parks. It is noted that any one outreach engagement was not the basis for a specific recommendation in the plan, but a collection of input provided guidance to the consultant in preparing  a comprehensive plan for Parkville’s parks that meet the long term goals for the community. 

During the planning process, recurring public comments heard from a broad representation of the community included both providing natural areas for passive recreation and active recreational fields. The Plan stated “While it might be assumed that proponents for active recreational fields and those for natural areas can have somewhat competing agendas, an analysis of responses from online surveys showed that in Parkville the two groups appear to be accepting of each other. In fact, the community as a whole generally appears very interested in marrying the two to create a park system found nowhere else in the region.” 

The final Plan and its conclusions were presented to the appointed and elected boards of the City. CLARB and Board of Aldermen, in 2016, both unanimously approved the Plan. The following link includes the final Plan, as well as other documents related to the planning 2016 planning process:

2016 Parks Master Plan

What were the priorities in the 2016 Parks Master Plan?

A Riverfront Parks Design Concept was adopted that included a final design incorporating priorities expressed by the community.  The Riverfront Parks Design Concept divided the park into three segments: Downtown Transition Zone, Platte Landing Park and English Landing Park. Within each segment, the Plan’s goals were established. The priorities included findings to address:

  1. Create a Stand-Alone Parks Department
  2. Parks Maintenance
  3. Funding for Parks Improvements
  4. Providing greater connectivity to service areas
  5. Regional Riverfront Parks
    1. Downtown Transition Area
    2. English Landing Park
    3. Platte Landing Park
  6. Existing Parks and Park Properties
  7. Activities Programming
  8. Development Fees
  9. City Codes

A copy of the findings and recommendations of the Parks Master Plan are available at:

Parks Master Plan Findings & Recommendations

What specifically was included in the Parks Master Plan for sports fields?

The City adopted the 2016 Parks Master Plan with input from hundreds of area residents. The Plan calls for improving community parks, including baseball/softball and multipurpose sports fields. A copy of the specific sports fields plan is available at:

Sports Fields Plan

 

New Youth Sports Multipurpose Fields

The fields are proposed to be “community fields” to serve youth sports in the Parkville community.

The conceptual plan for youth sports multipurpose fields in Platte Landing Park includes four fields serving such uses as soccer, softball, baseball, football and lacrosse. The multipurpose fields are proposed to include moveable fences to allow for play by various youth teams based on age and skill level. The fields will not have lighting as the Board of Aldermen removed lighting from consideration for the fields. The fields would be available for reservation by sports teams, similar to the present fields. The fields will support local youth teams for practice and could include recreational games such as those in a team league or as part of a team schedule against other teams. Youth sports programs could include those such as presently provided by the YMCA Youth Sports Programs for younger age groups and other Northland sports programs for older groups.

Overlay Concept

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a commercial sports complex?

No. The fields are “community fields” for area teams to practice and play recreational games. This will not be a commercial sports or tournament facility. The fields will be similar to what is found in most community parks with natural grass fields used for practices and games. They will not be comparable to commercial artificial turf tournament facilities such as the Creekside Ball Park, Garmin Olathe Soccer, or Scheels Overland Park Soccer facilities. 

Where do Parkville area youth presently play sports?

Area youth presently play all over the metro area, including area parks such as Tiffany Springs Park, Tiffany Hills Park, AJ Wilson, Waterwell Park, Platte Purchase Park, local churches and local schools. Many teams currently use the English Landing fields for practice and occasional games. In the past, many games were played there, too. The YMCA operates youth sports programs, such as soccer, softball and baseball for the younger age groups, while other Northland sports programs are available for the older youth leagues. The Parkville fields will help address demand for fields and provide an opportunity to practice and play games in our own community.

What will happen to the existing fields when the new fields are constructed?

The areas around the existing fields will be used for new enhanced open space and park amenities for residents.

The existing English Landing Park baseball and soccer fields will be converted to uses consistent with priorities in the Parks Master Plan, creating an opportunity to greatly improve the parks. The plan for converting the baseball fields to open space will create a direct link from downtown to the river. The area will be developed to include a central lawn near the riverfront, a Missouri River overlook, a Veteran’s Memorial Plaza and other Multi-Purpose open green spaces. A copy of the Park’s Master Plan for the riverfront improvements are available at:

2016 Parks Master Plan

Why is it important to reclaim this area for new open space and amenities?

It was important feedback in the master planning process to provide a connection between the two parks using green space and extending the sight line from the end of Main Street into a natural viewing point to the river. The Veteran’s Memorial complements this plan. It is green space with a monument for reflection, reverence and respect; where people can gather and take in the natural beauty of the Missouri River. As part of the Central Plaza, the Farmer’s Market could be integrated which would further enhance it and create an opportunity to add additional parking for the park in the current location.

How will the new fields be developed?

Where will the new fields be located?

The Parks Master Plan shows a field layout along the north edge of Platte Landing Park. The current field concept plan being discussed shows overlapping fields, utilizing the outfields of the ball diamonds as green space for the multipurpose fields. This configuration reduces the overall footprint of the fields, reducing initial construction and long-term maintenance costs, while allowing flexibility to set up the fields based on the overall demand.  In addition to the layout, there are a number of design considerations that will be pursued to address field maintenance needs, including improvements such as drainage, a sprinkler system, and equipment storage.  Other considerations will address any parking and related sidewalk needs.  The intent is to design quality fields, for the enjoyment of use by teams, and mitigate any impacts related to the field development.

Overlay Concept

Why develop park facilities in an area that occasionally floods?

The subject property is currently zoned “PLCD Parkland and Conservation District” which permits public recreation activity uses. The use of floodplains for parks and recreation is recommended by city planners throughout the nation. Facilities can be flood-proofed and in some cases elevated to minimize the frequency of flooding. 

The current Parkville Master Plan calls for current and future land use for Platte Landing Park for parks and open space and this typology is, “Public or private land reserved for active and passive parklands, trails, recreation uses, environmentally sensitive areas, natural resources, or any other lands reserved for permanent open space purposes.” In addition, the City is in the process of updating its Parkville 2040 Master Plan. It includes an interpretation that ball fields be compatible with a projected “Parks & Recreation” future land use category, as proposed by the draft Parkville 2040 Master Plan.

Why not preserve the parks for open space and passive recreation?

The City has proceeded in implementing the Parks Master Plan for the benefit of the entire community. At different points in people’s lives they have different needs. People raise their children, become grandparents and the children grow up to become adults, including raising their own children in the community. Passive and active recreation is being pursued for “all ages” for current and future residents, which is consistent with Parkville’s recognition as a Bronze level Community for All Ages. Furthermore, implementing the park improvements was the basis for the submission of “Proposition P” to the Parkville voters, who overwhelmingly approved the half-cent sales tax to pursue both passive and active recreation in the park.

Parkville is also fortunate to have ample open space and broad areas for nature and natural habitat. It has over 200 acres of parks along the river, which is more than enough to provide all the amenities in the master plan including the new wetland restoration area. As the Parkville Master Plan update team recently pointed out, we have a huge excess of parkland per capita. In addition to the recapture of the green space in the existing field’s area, there are still acres of natural space left over. It is far from being overdeveloped. Well-maintained sports fields are green. The City also has over 75 acres of undisturbed natural wildlife habitat in our nature sanctuaries. They complement the miles of trails that run through our parks and along our major transportation corridors. Lastly, due to the natural setting of Parkville, the topography makes for wooded and undisturbed ridges and deep ravines that provide open spaces and scenic vistas. It complements the outstanding parks and open spaces and to the community’s beauty.

How does the City of Parkville plan on addressing some of the impacts raised by residents concerning the sports fields?

During the design stage, the City plans on addressing:

  • Potential increases in traffic, as the result of the new and relocated fields. This will include an analysis of downtown traffic, the existing traffic usage in the park and reviewing converting the one-lane bridge to two lanes to improve accessibility to Platte Landing Park.
  • Stormwater diversion, sensitive to the environment.
  • Elevating the fields to reduce the frequency of flooding.
  • There has been no proposal about installing a sound system at the athletic fields. Most similar facilities do not have a sound system.

What happens next?

The current plan for developing the multipurpose fields concept is to initiate a design process that will include the hiring of an engineering firm to design the main components of the field. The City will also study other impacts and any mitigating measures that are needed relating to traffic and storm water runoff. The public will continue to be encouraged to participate in public meetings where the design process is considered.

Was the decision-making process to plan for park improvements open and transparent?

Community members are encouraged to attend City meetings

Meetings of the Board of Aldermen, Planning and Zoning Commission, CLARB and other committees are open to the public. These meetings are streamed live over the Internet. Residents provide public comment at the Board of Aldermen meetings and resident testimony at formal public hearings. City staff posts advance notice for public meetings following the rules of the State of Missouri Sunshine Law. Open meetings of the regular Board of Aldermen meetings, Planning and Zoning Commission, CLARB and other boards and commissions are recorded on video and posted on the City’s website at http://parkvillemo.gov/meeting-video-archive/. The website also includes meeting agendas, agenda materials and meeting minutes and are posted at http://parkvillemo.gov/government/board-of-aldermen/agendas-minutes/.

In 2016, the Board of Aldermen approved  the Parks Master Plan. The plan was developed with extensive public engagement, including focus groups and community input. Throughout the design development process, sentiment was heard that the melding of Platte Landing Park’s passive recreation and proposed wetlands with the proposed active recreation elements could create a one-of-a-kind park experience not found anywhere in the region. Because of the commitment to wetland preservation, the City consulted the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the youth field placement and any potential impact to the wetland. 

“While it might be assumed that proponents for active recreational fields and those for natural areas can have somewhat competing agendas, an analysis of responses from online surveys showed that in Parkville the two groups appear to be accepting of each other. In fact, the community as a whole generally appears very interested in marrying the two to create a park system found nowhere else in the region.” 

The Parks Master Plan has a detailed description of the public participation that occurred during its development.

2016 Parks Master Plan

What is Proposition P?

In 2016, the City adopted the Parks Master Plan with input from hundreds of area residents. The Plan called for improving the community’s parks, including baseball/softball and multipurpose sports fields, trail connectivity, upgrading neighborhood parks and increasing parking. With reduced Platte County parks grants allocation on the horizon, it was estimated it would take the community 24-38 years to complete the improvements in the Parks Master Plan without grant funding or a dedicated funding source for parks. In April 2019, the Parkville voters considered a dedicated parks sales tax to fund and implement the Parks Master Plan’s recommendations. Voters approved the proposition by nearly 69 percent. The election turnout was 33% of the registered voters, (1,506 out of 4,528 registered voters) and exceeded the turnout for every prior municipal election since at least 2007.  The City informed the voters with three direct mailings before the vote how the funds will be used with the proposition’s be approval. 

What did the City promise the voters should Proposition P pass?

Baseball and Multipurpose Fields in Platte Landing Park were promised.

The City held a public information campaign before the election. It stated priorities for the funding should the Proposition P pass. The priorities for the funding included:

Park Improvement Priorities
CLARB took a closer look at the Parks Master Plan. From their work, if Proposition P should pass, it will provide a dedicated funding source for park improvements. The priorities for improvements included:

Trail Connectivity
Increased neighborhood trails for better connectivity to local parks; completion of the Missouri Riverfront Trail, the loop trail and continuing the trail from Highway 45 to downtown Parkville.

Baseball and Multipurpose Fields
Provide more active recreation facilities in Platte Landing Park, including additional baseball and multipurpose fields for such uses as soccer, football and lacrosse.

Neighborhood Parks Upgrades
Upgrade existing neighborhood parks including replacing shelters, playgrounds and pedestrian access.

Riverfront Parks Improvements
Improvements will be made to English Landing Park, Platte Landing Park and the transition to the parks from downtown Parkville. Improvements will expand recreation facilities and help blend active and passive recreation areas for the enjoyment of residents.

How did the City communicate these priorities for Prop P funding to residents?

Before adopting an ordinance requesting the voters consider Proposition P, the Board of Aldermen asked CLARB to review the Parks Master Plan and prioritize projects that would be funded with projected revenue should voters approve a parks sales tax. A list of priorities was approved and the City engaged in a public education campaign to help the voters understand Proposition P and how funds would be allocated with the 10-year sales tax approval. The City sent three direct mailings to Parkville homes, made presentations to the community and neighborhood groups and used the City’s social media sites to provide information about the public question. A copy of the three direct mailing pieces is available at http://parkvillemo.gov/community/parks/park-sales-tax/#education.

Does the City plan on spending the Proposition P Sales Tax for the Projects as promised to the voters?

Yes, the City is committed to the projects as promised. Several Proposition P projects are underway or completed (Missouri Riverfront Trail connection). In addition to advancing the sports field project, the City adopted master plans for three neighborhood parks and improvements to Adams Park and Watkins Park will occur this year. New pickleball courts and a new basketball court have opened in English Landing Park. Other projects are scheduled for upcoming years as revenue is collected from the 10-year sales tax period. Plans for the three neighborhood parks and the new pickleball courts are available at http://parkvillemo.gov/community/parks/park-projects/.  

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