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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, Anna Mitchell 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

The City of Parkville, in conjunction with the Veteran’s Memorial Committee, sought public input for designs for the Monument at the Veteran’s Memorial Campaign. 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.

Donations

Donations are being accepted, through the City of Parkville, for the construction and completion of the monument. All items purchased must be in honor of a fallen Veteran or Veterans.

Donation Flyer

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.

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.

Donations

The City of Parkville recognizes and values the direct support of the community.

Parks

Parkville parks are privileged to receive support from citizens who donate regularly to help ensure the park system continues to thrive and provide improved quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Options for donations include, but are not limited to, park benches, trees, picnic tables, public art and other appropriate parkland amenities and accessories. Parks donations are used solely in the parks.

Parkville Nature Sanctuary

The Parkville Nature Sanctuary is a wildlife preserve and educational site developed and maintained the City of Parkville with the help of a group of extraordinary volunteers. All donations to the Parkville Nature Sanctuary are used solely for the Parkville Nature Sanctuary and Sullivan Nature Sanctuary.

Police Community Assistance Fund

The Police Community Assistance Fund is designed to provide assistance to citizens when a need is identified throughout the year. The Fund helps promote community relations between the Parkville Police Department and the citizens of Parkville, provide assistance to citizens at a time of need, fund “Shop with a Cop” that provides gifts to kids and families in need during the Christmas season, and allow department members and other citizen volunteers an opportunity to give back to the community. All donations made to the Police Community Assistance Fund are given back to the community.

Veteran’s Memorial

The Veteran’s Memorial will be located in English Landing Park in the current site of Ball Field #1. The goal is for it to be a landmark where Patriots and families can gather, reflect and pay homage to our heroes, both past and present. The effort to develop a Veteran’s Memorial is being led by the Veteran’s Memorial Committee made up of members of veterans’ service organizations and other community members. Donations will help fund all aspects of the memorial.

Family Friendly Event Planned for 2nd Annual Northland Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on May 19

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The City of Parkville will host the 2nd Annual Northland Law Enforcement Appreciation Day event on Saturday, May 19, 2018, in English Landing Park in downtown Parkville. The event is free and open to everyone!

Over 30 law enforcement agencies from the northland will participate in the event that will start at 11:00 a.m. with an honor guard flag parade, including police ATV’s, bicycles and bagpipes. The parade will begin on Main and McAfee streets and end at the stage in English Landing Park.

The event will also include the Fallen Officer Memorial, police car row, demonstrations, special operations and tactical vehicles and personnel from both land and water, and many kid-friendly events. Children can participate in a road course in a Parkville power car and driving-aged teenagers and adults can participate in a “Drunk Buster” course simulating impaired driving.

For more information about the event, contact the Parkville Police Department at (816) 741-4454.

8880 Clark Avenue Parkville, MO 64152

Phone Number (816) 741-7676

Fax Number (816) 741-0013