Leavenworth First City Connection Summer 2018

Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Activity Guide

First City Connection INFORMATION FOR BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS | APRIL - AUGUST 2018

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Leavenworth Police reorganization …………………………………………………… ( page 3) Active Duty Soldiers intern with the City ……………………………………………… (page 4) Repaving downtown parking lots ……………………………………………………… (page 6) Parks and Recreation activities …………………………………………………… (page 8-16)

City Manager’s Office City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-680-2604

Leavenworth City Commission

City Clerk’s Office City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-682-9201 Convention and Visitors Bureau City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-758-2948 Economic Development City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-680-2602

Mark Preisinger Mayor 913-775-2822 mpreisinger@firstcity.org

Fire Department (Admin. calls only) 3600 S. 20th Street 913-682-3346 For Burn Permits: 913-758-2980 Human Resources City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-680-2637 Inspections City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-684-0378

Jermaine Wilson Mayor Pro-Tem 913-617-3667 jwilson@firstcity.org

Leavenworth Public Library 417 Spruce St. 913-682-5666 Municipal Court Justice Center, 601 S. Third 913-758-2900 Parks and Recreation Riverfront Community Center 123 S. Esplanade St. 913-651-2203 (admin) 913-651-2132 (front desk)

Nancy Bauder Commissioner 913-675-7166 nbauder@firstcity.org

Planning/ Community Development City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-680-2626 Police (Admin calls only) Justice Center, 601 S. Third 913-651-2260 Public Housing Planters II, 200 Shawnee St. 913-682-2200

Larry Dedeke Commissioner 913-651-3322 ldedeke@aol.com

Public Information Office City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-680-2610 Public Works/Engineering City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St. 913-684-0375 Service Center/Streets/Trash 790 Thornton St. 913-682-0650 Sewer Emergencies (24 Hours) 913-682-1090 Water Pollution Control 1800 S Second St. 913-682-1090

Myron “Mike” Griswold Commissioner 913-240-1295 mgriswold@firstcity.org

Letter from Mayor Mark Preisinger

I hope you enjoy the latest edition of the City of Leavenworth newsletter. “First City Connection” is great source of information published three times annually and is sent to every rooftop in Leavenworth. However, it only covers a small portion of what goes on at the City.

The challenge all cities face is how to best reach out, inform and interact with a citizenry that consumes information in so many different ways. To get to know what is going on from day-to-day, we have a variety of options for our residents to connect and communicate with the City Commission and City staff.

We use social communications, such as Twitter (@leavenworthks), to notify residents within seconds about information, current projects and other news quickly and efficiently. Social networking, like the City’s official Facebook page (facebook.com/ CityofLeavenworthKS), is updated with news and information and used to reach a broad audience. Our Public Information Officer monitors these communication tools closely. They serve as a quick way to ask questions and receive answers.

City Commission meetings are televised live on Spectrum Channel 2 at 7 p.m. Tuesdays (except the 5th Tuesday of the month). Until the next meeting, replays of the meetings are on Channel 2 at 7 p.m. and midnight daily. City Commission meetings are also live-streamed on YouTube (YouTube.com/user/ LeavenworthKansas).

The Leavenworth Times covers all of the City Commission meetings and publishes pertinent information about them in the following day’s newspaper.

The City’s website, www.lvks.org, is filled with information on housing, employment, education, staff directory, city services, recreation, applications for building permits/zoning appeals, ordinances, etc. All City Commissioners’ e-mail and phone numbers are listed in this publication, the City’s website and the Leavenworth Times. Citizens are also welcome to subscribe to our e-news which sends e-mail notifications regarding current city projects, programs, construction projects and other related information for our citizens. E-news can be found at this link: http://www.lvks.org/egov/apps/search.egov.

It our intention to keep the citizens of Leavenworth fully informed of the activities of your local government. We encourage residents to attend City Commission meetings; contact their City Commissioners by phone, e-mail or in person; contact the appropriate department in the City for concerns or getting answers to questions.

We are always looking for better ways to communicate to the citizens and we are always open to suggestions on how to improve. Please let me know what you think are the most effective ways to reach you – e-mail, mail, social media, etc. You can reach our PIO, Melissa Bower, at melissab@firstcity.org or 913.680.2610 or email me at mpreisinger@firstcity.org.

It has been my honor and pleasure to serve as one of your City Commissioners for the past 9 years and to serve as your Mayor for 2018. My goal always has been and remains to make Leavenworth a better place to live, work, invest and raise a family.

Good government and involved citizenry can make this happen.

Cover Photo: Union Park, South Seventh and Spruce streets, is landscaped with a fountain, benches and beautiful brick walkway. It was originally purchased by the City of Leavenworth in 1865.

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City reorganizes Leavenworth Police, reinstates drug and traffic units Two new divisions have been restored at the Leavenworth police department after restructuring of positions in 2018.

The Police Department now has a dedicated traffic unit and narcotics unit.

Although both units had been in place previously, recession-era budgeting made it necessary for those police officer positions to be shifted back into patrol.

Although only one patrol officer position was added, internal promotions have allowed for an increase in the number of detectives from five to eight.

The decision to restructure within the Police Department was made possible by a 2018 budget decision by the Leavenworth City Commission. Feedback from citizens and a desire for better law enforcement helped shape the Commission’s decision.

“The budget was critical,” said Police - Police Chief Pat Kitchens Chief Pat

The budget was critical ... Now we seem as a community to be in a better place.”

Kitchens. “In 2009 because of economic issues, all City departments had to make cuts. Now we seem as a community to be in a better place.”

Kitchens said the restructuring will allow for more rolespecific duties. Danielle Herring, 14-year veteran of the Leavenworth Police For example, Department, was promoted to the rank of sergeant Feb. 7. She the dedicated earned the promotion after obtaining a degree from Washburn traffic officers University. Herring is joined by her parents, Pam Zelasko and will be able David Utash, and Police Chief Pat Kitchens. to specifically have those same duties of making a target vehicle traffic stop and addressing immediate occupancy protection, car seat safety concerns, but in a broader sense. and conduct saturation checkpoints for The total amount added to the speeding or driving under the influence. department’s budget was around A patrol officer, Kitchens explained, does $234,000.

Police Officers Sean Flynn and Ryan Hoppe were both promoted to the rank of detective Feb. 7. Both have worked for the Leavenworth Police Department for nearly five years, attending the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center together in 2013.

ASK

the City Manager Do you: n Have a question about a City project? n Want to know how different city operations are funded? n Want to share your ideas?

If you have questions about the City, ask City Manager Paul Kramer, pkramer@firstcity.org or 913-680-2600.

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Fallen Leavenworth police officers’ name to be added to memorial Leavenworth Police Officer E. Clay Thompson was killed in the line of duty on Oct. 28, 1925.

When it was found that his name had been inadvertently left off a memorial in Topeka honoring the lives of fallen peace officers, arrangements were made to have his name added. It will be unveiled with other historical names during a ceremony noon May 4 in the rotunda of the Capitol building.

Articles from the Emporia Gazette in 1925 state: “E. Clay Thompson, 52, a patrolman on the Leavenworth Police Department, while walking his beat, was hit by a motorcar Oct. 28, sustaining injuries from which he died 30 minutes after the accident.”

Soldiers learn the ropes at City government in fellowship program for any police department within the Kansas City area. He’s applying to the Leavenworth Police Department as well.

Police Chief Pat Kitchens said that the Leavenworth Police Department is no stranger to having military veterans become Leavenworth police officers. The requirements for hiring are still the same as a civilian: new police officers must pass an exam and must attend the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center for several weeks; even those with a military police background.

“There is always a fundamental difference between military policing and civilian policing,” Kitchens said.

“It is critical that we can expose them to the differences.”

Spc. Ben Cobble is working with Human Resources at the City and also the GIS/ Spc. Hayden Erickson learns how dispatch takes calls at the Leavenworth Police Department. Erickson is Geographic Information Mapping system an active duty Soldier interning with the City of Leavenworth through a special fellow program. in the Public Works Department.

Erickson noted that getting accustomed The City of Leavenworth is benefiting from two active-duty to working in a civilian workplace was Soldiers working in its ranks this year. new to him.

A the Veterans Local Government Management Fellowship “The work style is very different. You control yourself, versus program is a 16 to 20-week Department of Defense military being told what to do. In the Army, work finds you. They find installation-approved program. It provides active duty you and tell you want to do.” members of the military with hands-on experience in local The internship program is flexible enough so that the Soldiers government. can work in various sections of City government. By working Technically, the Soldiers are TDY in the Department of four days per week, they also have enough time to take care of Defense. The Army continues to pay them salaries as they are out-processing and transition needs. transitioning out, so the Soldiers do not have to go without pay City Manager Paul Kramer praised the program’s advantages. during the fellow program.

“We are extremely fortunate to benefit from the experience Spc. Hayden Erickson, 15th Military Police Brigade, 40th and dedication that these candidates possess. Their high-level Internment and Resettlement Battalion, served in the Army training has been evident in just the short time we’ve been for three years and has an intelligence military occupational participating in the program.” specialty.

Visit the program’s official website at https://vlgmf.org.

Erickson will work in patrol, dispatch, Animal Control, records and evidence. His goal upon departing the military is to work

Job seeking in the Leavenworth community New job postings are updated several times weekly from these local resources: n The City of Leavenworth: www.lvks.org/jobs n Leavenworth County: http://www.leavenworthcounty.org/ employment.asp n State of Kansas (includes job postings from Lansing State Correctional facility) www.kansasworks.com n Federal jobs www.usajobs.gov (includes Fort Leavenworth and the VA) n Leavenworth County Workforce Center, 515 Limit Street, Suite 200 in Leavenworth, has job seeking resources available, including training, Internet use, how to update resumes and more.

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Mayor Mark Preisinger and City Manager Paul Kramer visited with veterans at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Veterans Affairs Medical Center in February to honor “Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week.”

City plans to reopen Three-Mile Creek trail following bank stabilization

Contractors are working on a bank stabilization project at Three Mile Creek. This is to prevent soil erosion and to re-open the pedestrian bridge connecting the trail and Leavenworth Landing Park. Contractors will install rip-rap, fill in with soil and tuck point under the bridge. The project is being funded in part by Kansas Gas Service, a division of the company that owns the property where erosion had been occurring.

The project is scheduled to be completed in the late spring/early summer.

Leavenworth city code defines grass height The City of Leavenworth has, for many years, a code requiring property owners to keep grass cut to 12-inches in height.

The code reads: “Weeds and indigenous grasses on or about residential property which, because of its height, has a blighting influence on the neighborhood. Any such weeds and indigenous grasses shall be presumed to be blighting if they exceed 12 inches in height.�

Those who violate the code are subject to a letter from the City and fines. If the property is still not mowed, the City will send out mowing crews. Costs for City mowing residential properties are: (1) $100 administrative assessment fee for the first mowing plus contractor expenses; (2)$250 administrative assessment fee for the second mowing plus contractor; expenses (3)$500 administrative assessment fee for the third mowing plus contractor expenses; (4) Any additional mowing after the third violation will be assessed a $500 administrative assessment fee plus contractor expenses.

The Public Works Department is working on repaving city-owned downtown parking lots as part of goals set forth by the City Commission. The plan is to re-do one parking lot each year.

In 2017, the City replaced curbs, sidewalks, gutters and storm drainage on a lot at Third and Cherokee streets, across from Pullman Restaurant. Contractors will finish repaving the lot in 2018. New trees are also being planted.

In 2018, the City plans to redo the lot pictured above at Sixth and Cherokee streets, across from Ten Penny Restaurant. The work will include new sidewalks, resurfacing, new storm drainage and new entrances and new curbing.

City’s transient guest taxes fund community projects, advertising With the opening of three new hotels in Leavenworth since 2014 and plans for a fourth to open this year, the City’s Leavenworth Convention and Visitors Bureau is using funds to benefit local projects through Tourism Grants.

The City’s Transient Guest Tax is generated from hotel guests who stay in the City. By state law, it can only be used for tourism-related expenses.

Having extra hotel stays does not guarantee the Leavenworth community will receive additional funds in taxes, however, when hotel guests are traveling on official Department of Defense business, transiet guest tax is not collected.

The CVB began a grant fund for local organizations, set for two rounds per year.

Any agency with tourism-related programs is eligible to apply through the Leavenworth Convention and Visitors Bureau office.

Past projects have included funding for Leavenworth Main Street to fund television commercials in the Kansas City area advertising downtown Leavenworth as a destination shopping zone, for example.

Grant cycles are in February and August.

Grants awarded to the February cycle included: n Leavenworth Main Street, $2,500; television advertising campaign in Kansas City n Leavenworth County Historical Society $4,500 for new signage at the Carroll Mansion n First City Film $1,000; marketing festival n Richard Allen Cultural Center and Museum $2,000; marketing

Wear your Leavenworth pride: The City Clerk’s office at Leavenworth City Hall, 100 N. Fifth St., sells official city pins, keychains, money clips and the official city coin.

Welcome sign at Fourth and Metropolitan

Newcomers to Leavenworth will now be greeted with a welcome sign at the corner of Fourth and Metropolitan streets.

An agreement with the hotel property owner allowed the City to build this attractive stone and metal sign with pioneer and bison features, designed by the local Young Sign. Company. The sign was funded with transient guest tax dollars paid by hotel guests in the City.

The sign features channel-lit letters and is positioned for landscaping in the future.

Byways signs at Ray Miller Park

This summer, Ray Miller Park will receive new byways signs giving tourists more detailed information about the Leavenworth area.

Leavenworth is considered in two tourist zones by the state, the Glacial Hills Scenic Byway and the Frontier Military Historic Byway. The signs are part of a Kansas Byways Interpretive Plan statewide program that was federally funded by a grant. State officials approached the City Commission regarding the signs last year. There will eventually be 42 signs throughout the state.

Want to help market Leavenworth? Use #KSByways on your Instagram, Facebook or Twitter account when sharing photos of Leavenworth.

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Adoptable Pets at Animal Control

American Heritage Girls Troop 167 visited the Leavenworth City Commission in November to receive a sign for the “Adopt a Park” program for their adoption of Jefferson Park. As part of the program, the group will report vandalism and maintenance problems, pick up litter, weed and garden as guided by Parks Department staff. More information about Adopt a Park is on page10.

From the City Clerk’s Office Use of an Alarm System in the City of Leavenworth requires a permit. Alarm User Permits are $15 annually and expire June 30 each year.

As a reminder, if the alarm user permit is not renewed on time, permit fee will be $35. If you have a false alarm and the alarm permit has not been renewed, you will be assessed a $150.00 response fee. Call the City Clerk’s Office for more information, 913-682-9201.

- Residents who have rental property in the City of Leavenworth are required to register that property as a rental.

There is a one-time fee of $20 per owner of all property. Stop by the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 100 N. 5th St., or call for more information at 913-6829201.

- Thinking of having a tree trimmed or removed? If so please make sure the professional tree trimmer is licensed with the City by asking to see their City Permit or call the City Clerk’s Office at 913682-9201. A list of licensed tree trimmers is available on the city

website.

- Per City Ordinance, door to door peddlers and solicitors are required to obtain a City permit. Peddlers and solicitors are issued badges which are required to be worn by the permittee in such a way as to be conspicuous at all times while the permittee is peddling or soliciting in the City. If they do not have a permit/badge please call the City Clerk’s office during regular business hours at 913682-9201. If it is after regular business hours contact the Leavenworth Police Department non-emergency phone number at 913-682-4411. It is unlawful for any peddler or solicitor to engage in the business of peddling or soliciting within the City between the hours of one half-hour before sunset and 8 a.m. the following morning, or at any time on Sundays, except by specific appointment with or invitation from the prospective customer. Some exclusions to the permit requirement such as religious, charitable, non-profit and political candidates may apply.

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Hyacinth is a sweet female cat here - ready to go home. She is fun and on the go.

She’s sociable and really fun to be around.

Leavenworth Animal Control is at 2019 S. 3rd St. (Behind Price Chopper). Call 913-682-0268.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Second Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

See the pets online at www.petfinder. com/shelters/ KS122.html

Community Development funding available to assist homeowners The City of Leavenworth has funds available to assist qualified low- to moderate-income homeowners through the Community Development Block Grant, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The Home Repair Program helps qualified homeowners with basic repairs to their home: n Heating/Cooling System n Roofing n Handicap Accessibility n Insulation n Doors n Electrical Issues n Sanitary Sewer n Plumbing Issues n Exterior Structural Repair Applicants must meet income eligibility requirements as defined by HUD guidelines for low and moderate income.

For guidelines and application form, visit the City’s website or contact Janine Nitzchke 913-680-2626 or jnitzchke@ firstcity.org.

Fitness

The Riverfront Community Center is a full-service gym and recreation center with an pool, showers and lockers, basketball gym, Crossfit gym, fitness classes and room rentals.

TRACK AND FITNESS ROOM HOURS Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.

Monday – Friday 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

OPEN BASKETBALL GYM HOURS Sunday 1 - 4 p.m.

Monday – Friday 4 - 7 p.m.

Saturday 1 - 4 p.m.

CORPORATE PASS PROGRAM: Businesses and organizations pay a $200 yearly fee entitling employees to purchase Riverfront Community Center

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at the Riverfront Community Center

123 S. Esplanade St. | 913-651-2132 fitness passes at a 25% - 40% discount.

FITNESS CLASSES Organization identification required.

Pilates Instructor Julie Cosby will lead this full CARDIO and WEIGHT ROOMS: Stair body workout that stretches while you steppers, stationary bikes, treadmills, strengthen, resulting in long and lean and weight equipment are available. muscles. This mindful approach to fitness These rooms are locked at all times. works you from the inner core power Please check out a key at the Riverfront house out. Each class will accommodate Community Center front desk. Collateral a variety of fitness levels. Your first class required. is free.

Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

INDOOR TRACK: The center has a 1/10 Fees: $3 per class mile indoor track that is open year-round during regular business hours. Daily Yoga admission fee or pass required.

Instructors Carol Turner and Rachel Smith RECREATION ACTIVITY SCHOLARSHIP will teach students to release stress and PROGRAM FOR CITY RESIDENTS fatigue, increase strength, balance and Qualifying low-income or disabled flexibility, and restore energy. First class individuals or families who live in the city is free for new students. limits of Leavenworth and are currently 9-10 a.m. Tues. and Thurs. receiving public financial assistance can 6-7 p.m. Thursday be awarded a $100 credit per person Fees: $5 per class per year to be used toward certain Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Crossfit Department activities, such as fitness Elizabeth Brown, owner/operator of facility passes, swim programs, and youth Athletic Body and Mind, offers strength sports. For information call (913) 758training programs for kids and adults.

6648.

Email elizabeth@athleticbodyandmind. com. or visit www.athleticbodyandmind.

All classes are held at the Riverfront com for dates, fees and registration Community Center. Register at the information. front desk. Call (913) 651-2132 or email mwilliams@firstcity.org.

Crossfit Kids Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Basic Ballroom Dance $90 a month for one child or $150 a Learn to Merengue, waltz, country month for two children. Ages 5-17. two-step, Arizona two-step, salsa, and cha-cha, dance steps and turns for type PiYo Live of music. For dates and class information, Join certified instructor Rachel Smith contact Tom Ritchie at urdancrmn@ gmail.com.

Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. (for dates, email instructor or call 913-7586629) $40 for singles / $60 per couple

Riverfront Community Center Fitness Facilities

Daily Admission 20 Punch Pass Daily Monthly Admission Pass 6-Month Pass Daily Yearly Admission Pass

Resident Non-Resident CLOSED ON HOLIDAYS: Adult $2.50 $3 Memorial Day May 28 Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) $2 $2.50 Independence Day July 4 Adult $40 $50 Labor Day Sept. 3 Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) $30 $40 Admission fee includes the use of the weight Adult $35 $40 room, pool during open and lap swim times, Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) $25 $30 track, gym, racquetball courts and cardio room.

Showers and lockers are available on track Adult $80 $90 and pool levels. Racquetball equipment and Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) $60 $70 basketballs are available for rent. For general Adult $145 $155 information, call (913) 651-2132 or email Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) $105 $125 mwilliams@firstcity.org.

Residents are patrons who live within the Leavenworth City limits or Fort Leavenworth.

FITNESS FACILITY POLICIES 1. NO CLEATS OR SPIKED SHOES OF ANY TYPE ARE ALLOWED ANYWHERE IN THE CENTER. 2.Persons ages 16 and over must present identification at check-in.

3.Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied at all times by a parent or a guardian age 18 or older.

4. Children ages 15-17 must have a parent’s signed permission to use the fitness equipment.

5. Children ages 12-14 must be directly supervised by an adult at all times while in the fitness rooms. as she combines the muscle sculpting, core firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility of flowing yoga movements. Participants use body weight to perform a series of continuous, targeted moves to define every single muscle – big and small. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. Bring a mat and plenty of water for this fun class.

Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.

Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. $5 per class Teens – Adult Pilates Instructor Julie Cosby will lead this full body workout that stretches while you strengthen, resulting in long and lean muscles. This mindful approach to fitness works you from the inner core power house out. Each class will accommodate a variety of fitness levels. Your first class is free!

Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm

6. Children ages 11 and under are not allowed to use any of the fitness equipment.

7. Persons ages 60 and over are advised to consult with their physician before beginning any type of fitness regimen.

8. It is the responsibility of patrons to ensure that they have been properly trained before using the fitness equipment. Improper use of equipment can cause serious injuries.

9. The city is not responsible for injuries or gross negligence.

10. Please do not drop or slam weight Fees: $3 per class MUSTARD SEED RECREATION, HEALTH, and WELLNESS Strength, Endurance, Agility, Speed Training (S.E.A.S. – Training) This class is especially geared for youth 8-18. Meets in the gym.

Saturdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon $10 per class SELF-DEFENSE CLASSES Tae Kwon Do This popular martial art combines combat techniques, self- defense, sport, and exercise. Contact Master Frank Hannon at (913) 682-3677 for information.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 6 - 6:30 p.m. Little Tigers Ages 5-7 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Ages 8-14 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Adults $55 a month - first family member $35 per additional family member

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equipment.

11. Please wipe down weight benches after use.

12. Foul language, loud vulgar music, and aggressive or disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.

13. Smoking, “vaping”, or chewing of any tobacco product is not allowed in the community center.

14. No food or soft drinks are allowed in the fitness rooms or gym.

15. Athletic shoes covering the entire foot must be worn at all times while using the fitness facilities.

Women and Girls Self-Defense Class FREE Martial arts instructor Master Frank Hannon offers a class quarterly to women and girls in the community to learn about self-defense. Pre-registration required. Minimum age 13.

Saturday, May 26 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Minimum: 4, Maximum: 16 Toddler Tyme Children ages 5 and under are invited to the gym for open play time. A bounce house, basketballs, Big Wheels, and other fun toys are provided. Adult supervision required.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10 a.m. - noon $2 per child

Parks

Parks and Recreation Department (Community Center lower level) Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

123 S. Esplanade St. Leavenworth, Kansas 66048 (913) 651-2203 mwilliams@firstcity.org Leavenworth Landing Park This scenic park on the Missouri River (Esplanade and Cherokee Streets) is available to rent for special occasions.

Permit fees are $15 per hour ($20 for non-City residents) with a $100 refundable damage deposit. Fees are due when a permit is requested. Choose the Paddlewheel Plaza or the Railroad Roundhouse. (Note: This park has active train tracks.) The Bridge Tender’s Building rents for $20, with a $20 refundable key deposit. Folding chairs are available for rent also. This park is adjacent to the Riverfront Community Center and historic downtown Leavenworth.

Alcoholic Beverage Permit

By City ordinance, alcoholic beverages are prohibited in City parks, except as authorized by Parks and Recreation to Leavenworth area residents with a

CODY PARK park reservation permit. There is a $10 alcoholic beverage or beer permit fee.

Riverfront Park Campground This cozy park beside the Missouri River is the perfect place to relax. The campground offers basic and electric camping pads, tent camping, a bath house with four private units, a boat ramp, picnic shelter and dump station. $15 per night. (Note: This park is adjacent to active train tracks.) For information in April through October, contact the Park Manager at (913) 290-0034 or campgroundmanager@

Park Shelters available for rent

Rent a shelter for the day at Leavenworth city parks. Picnic tables seat 6-8 people.

Extra tables are $5 each. All shelters except for Stubby Park have at least one grill.

Ray Miller Park shelter has no access to restroom facilities.

Shelter

Resident

NonResident

Tables

Size

Cody Park

$35

$40

10

20 ft. X 44 ft.

David Brewer Park

$25

$30

7

25 ft. X 25 ft.

David Brewer-Restroom $10

$15

2

220 square feet

Dougherty-Restroom

$10

$15

1

24 ft. X 20 ft.

Hawthorn Park

$25

$30

7

40 ft. X 24 ft.

North Esplanade Park

$25

$30

7

25 ft. X 25 ft.

Ray Miller Park

$10

$15

1

16 ft. X 16 ft.

Riverfront Park

$25

$30

7

38 ft. X 20 ft.

Stubby Park

$10

$15

1

17 ft. X 17 ft.

V. A. Park

$10

$15

1

16 ft. X 16 ft.

Wollman Park East

$25

$30

7

36 ft. X 20 ft.

Wollman Park West

$25

$30

7

36 ft. X 20 ft.

Wollman Park Main

$50

$55

12

40 ft. X 60 ft.

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firstcity.org. In the off season (November through March) call (913) 651-2203 or email mwilliams@firstcity.org.

For information on the following programs, please call the Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department at (913) 651-2203.

Adopt-A-Park Program For groups who want to make a difference in the Leavenworth community, consider adopting a Leavenworth city park or other landscaped public area. Participants can choose from a variety of tasks: establishing a presence in the parks and reporting vandalism and maintenance problems, picking up litter, painting, weeding, or gardening. Donations also may be made for park improvements.

City staff will provide guidance and some materials for projects.

Legacy Tree Program Commemorate a special person or event with a living legacy. For a $200 fee, a tree will be planted and a plaque erected at the planting site. For an additional $100, request a 5” x 5” aluminum plaque.

Request forms are available at the Parks and Recreation Office.

Memorial Bench Program Another way to honor a special person or group is through the purchase of a memorial bench with an attached plaque in Leavenworth Landing Park or at the Waggin’ Tails Dog Park. The Parks and Recreation Department will install the bench. Down payment required to order.

LEAVENWORTH CITY PARKS 10th Avenue Park 3500 Tenth Ave.

Rest rooms

1.14 MILE

Picnic Shelter

Bob Dougherty Park 800 N. 2nd St.

Playground

Buffalo Bill Cody Park 3003 Shrine Park Road

.25 MILE Ball Fields

David Brewer Park 1801 Ottawa St.

Tennis Courts

Havens Park 2201 Ottawa St. Hawthorn Park 1100 Ohio St.

1 MILE

Hiking/ Walking trail Bike Path

Jefferson Park 1100 Kickapoo St.

Volleyball Court

Leavenworth Landing Park 301 S. Esplanade St.

.5 MILE

North Esplanade Park 500 N. Esplanade St. Ray Miller Park 4103 S. Fourth St.

Soccer Fields

.25 MILE

Basketball Courts

.5 MILE

Horseshoe Courts Bath House

Riverfront Park Campground 1201 Riverfront Park Road

Boat Ramps

Southside Park 2600 S. First St.

Camping/ RVs

Sportsfield Park 2100 Ottawa St.

.7 MILE

Stubby Park 1501 S. Fourth St.

Sledding Hill Pools Skate Park

Waggin’ Tails Dog Park 2901 VA Park Drive

Dog Park

Wollman Park 1300 Shawnee St.

Accessible

The Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department maintains and operates Haymarket Square, an event venue constructed by the City of Leavenworth at the corner of Seventh and Cherokee streets. This popular covered lot has a building with restrooms on site and is adjacent to the Three Mile Creek hiking trail.

Events such as the Leavenworth Farmers Market and Main Street City Market take place here during the spring, summer and fall.

Call 913-651-2203 for more information about Haymarket Square.

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Sports and Activities behaviors like beginning walking on leash, sit, down, come, focused attention, place, and stay.

Hawthorn Park

Level II: (Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level I class.) This is a continuation of Level I with the skills getting more refined and difficult.

Additional skills like directional come, leave it, wait, back, and stand will be added along with work on mannered greetings. Includes AKC Canine Good Citizen test. Call 913-758-6629 for information.

Wednesdays, 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. $80 Level 1, Session 1: May 2 - June 13 Level 1, Session 2: July 18 - Aug 29

Officiating/Field Rental: For information on officiating or ball field rental, contact Tabor Medill, Sports Supervisor, at (913) 758-6648 or tmedill@firstcity.org.

Inclement Weather Line: (913) 364-5821 In case of inclement weather, City league teams may call (913) 364-5821 for information on game cancellations. Coaches will be notified by e-mail of make-up dates.

FALL ADULT CO-ED SOFTBALL Open to men and women age 19 and over whose high school class has graduated. Each team is guaranteed 10 games.

Requires a minimum of 4 teams. A.S.A. rules are used.

Season: August-October Registration: July 1-31 $295

Midwest Autoharp Academy An Intermediate Autoharp workshop will be offered at Riverfront Community Center July 10-13, and instructed by Charles Whitmer and Tom Schroeder. Classes will run from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily. The workshop flyer and registration may be downloaded at: https:// goo.gl/qUtJ7A, or obtained from the cashier at Riverfront Community Center. Cost is $200 per person for the week or $50 per day “a la carte.”

46TH ANNUAL CITY TENNIS TOURNAMENT Participants must live or work in the Leavenworth County area or be a former champion. For additional information, call (913) 547-2599.

FALL MEN’S DOUBLE-HEADER SOFTBALL Open to men age 19 and over whose high school class has graduated. Each team is guaranteed 10 games. Requires a minimum of 4 teams and an even number of teams. No divisions. A.S.A. rules are used.

Season: September-October Registration: July 15-August 15 $295 Dog Manners and Obedience Dog trainer, Kim Downing, will teach owners and their fourlegged friends the basic commands. Geared for dogs ages 4 months or older. Must be current on vaccinations. This is a seven-week program. The first week is without the dog. Class is held on Wednesday evenings. For more information, visit www. yourbestdog.com.

Level I: This is the foundation level class and includes many

Friday, May 25 Juniors Saturday, May 26 Adults Sunday, May 27 Finals $15 Singles or $25 Doubles per event. Register at the Riverfront Community Center.

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accommodate a wedding ceremony for up to 160 people or a smaller reception for up to 80 people. This lovely room also boasts a river view.

The Women’s Waiting Room Adjacent to the Riverview Room, this cozy room is a smaller version of the Men’s Waiting Room. The Women’s Waiting Room has versatile side doors that can be opened to access the Riverview Room.

Men’s Waiting Room 123 S. Esplanade St., Leavenworth, KS (913) 651-2132 or (913) 680-2709. www.RiverfrontCommunityCenter.com The Riverfront Community Center is a charming 1880s former Union Depot train station on the banks of the Missouri River. Originally constructed in 1888, this historic depot was lovingly restored and remodeled in 1988 as a multi-functional facility. This classic facility provides an ideal atmosphere for all types of special events, from weddings and receptions to

seminars and meetings.

The Riverview Room Aptly named for its beautiful views of the majestic Missouri River, this elegant banquet room can seat 80-200 guests for a typical wedding reception. An outdoor patio overlooks the river.

The Men’s Waiting Room Impressive 30-foot wood-paneled ceilings soar above the original woodwork and fireplace. The Men’s Waiting Room can

Riverfront Community Center Room Rental Rates Room

Resident

Non-Resident

Capacity

(Capacity numbers based on set-up type) Riverview Room

$55/hr.

$60/hr.

100-300

Men’s Waiting Room

$40/hr.

$45/hr.

50-160

Women’s Waiting Room

$40/hr.

$45/hr.

25-120

South Wing

$40/hr.

$45/hr.

20-100

Activity Room

$15/hr.

$20/hr.

10-50

Gymnasium

$50/hr.

$55/hr.

600

Indoor Pool

$55/hr.

$60/hr.

75-100

Pool Balcony

$10/hr.

$10/hr.

10-25

North Kitchen

$25/hr.

$30/hr.

NA

South Kitchen

$20/hr.

$25/hr.

NA

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Room Fees and Deposits A 4-hour minimum rental and security deposit are required to reserve a room, along with a $25 service charge. Fees include set-up and take-down of tables and chairs and trash removal. Decorating time is $10 per hour. Other items are available for rent.

Catering For catering information, contact our in-house caterer, Terry Booker, at (913) 702-5499 during business hours or theabcafe@gmail.com. Patrons also may hire outside caterers for a 20% added surcharge.

Harvey Girl Luncheons The Harvey Girls were early waitresses in Fred Harvey’s train depot restaurants in the 1800s. Request a “Harvey Girl” presentation and table service. Actors provide a brief history of Mr. Harvey and his successful business. Reservations must be two weeks in advance with a minimum of 20 people. Call (913) 6802709 or the Convention and Visitors Bureau at (913) 758-2948.

Let us help make your special day joyous and stress free. For reservation information, contact Tammy Metzgar, Riverfront Community Center Manager, at (913) 680-2709, or tmetzgar@ firstcity.org. For more information and photos, visit our website at www.

RiverfrontCommunityCenter.com.

Aquatics Programs

Register for swim programs in person at the Riverfront Community Center, 123 S. Esplanade. For information, call (913) 651-2132.

Riverfront Community Center Pool Hours Program Days Lap Swim

Aquacise

Times

Mon./Wed./Fri. 6-8 a.m. and 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Tues./Thurs.

6-8 a.m. and 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Saturday

10 a.m. to noon

Mon./Wed./Fri. 10 - 11 a.m.

Mon./Wed./Fri. 1-2 p.m.

The Riverfront Community Center pool will be closed July 28-29 for repairs.

Mon. and Wed. 6-7 p.m.

Lap Swim Rules No one under age 14 admitted into the pool during lap swim, unless authorized by the Aquatic Supervisor. All lap swimmers must be able to swim one length of the pool unassisted using front crawl. Circle swim is required when there are more than two swimmers per lane.

Please choose a lane with swimmers equal to students’ ability. (Always stay to the right). No more than five swimmers per lane. Exceptions to these rules must be approved by the Aquatic Supervisor.

Private Swim Lessons Register and pay at the Riverfront Community Center cashier’s desk. A supplemental form must be completed at registration. Contact Nancy Baker at (913) 758-6629 or nbaker@firstcity.org for more information.

Fees: Private lessons - $ 20 per 40-minute session Semi-private lessons - $30 per 40-minute session (2 students) Aquatic Physical Therapy Preferred Physical Therapy, LLC, offers aquatic therapy sessions at Riverfront Community Center pool. For more information, call (913) 727-2022 or visit them at 712 First Terrace, Suite 101, Lansing, Kan. 66043.

Intro to Synchronized Swimming Join instructor Suzie Mohrmann and learn synchronized swimming skills and moves.

The class is choreographed into a routine that will combine rhythmic swimming and gymnastics all done to music while in the water. Students must be able to swim 25 yards of each stroke: breast stroke,

back stroke, side stroke and sculling.

Synchronized skills and strokes will be adapted to music for a final performance for friends and family at the end of the session. This class will meet at RFCC pool, deep end. Recital Sat., July 21, 9:30 a.m.

Wednesdays, June 6 – July 18 (no July 4 class) 10–11 a.m.

Ages 8 to adult $45 AQUACISE CLASS SCHEDULE One Aquacise pass is valid for ALL Aquacise classes. Passes may be purchased at the Riverfront Community Center (RFCC) front desk. Passes do not expire.

(May 30- Sept. 3) Mon./Wed./ Fri. 10-11 a.m. Riverfront Mon./Wed./Fri. 1-2 p.m. Riverfront Mon. and Wed. 6-7 p.m. Riverfront (June 4- Sept. 3) Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Wollman Fees for 20-Punch Aquacise Pass: (or $5 Drop-in fee) Resident Nonresident Adult $40 $45 Senior Citizen (60+) $35 $40

American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Class Mon. -Thurs. for 2 weeks at Wollman Aquatic Center Session 1: June 4-14 Session 2: June 18-28 The Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department provides American Red Cross swim programs for children, teens, and adults. Certified instructors will provide students with a supportive environment in which to learn and obtain skills.

Learn-to-Swim classes will be taught at the Wollman Aquatic Center. Course descriptions are available at the Riverfront Community Center front desk. Students must be registered by noon the Friday before the session starts.

FEES: $40 residents or $45 non-residents (3rd child ½ price)

Session 3: July 2-12 Session 4: July 16-26

Session 1: June 4-14

Session 3: July 2-12

Session 2: June 18-28

Session 4: July 16-26

LEVEL

AGE

TIME

Parent/Child

1-3

10:30-11:10 a.m.

Preschool (1,2,3)

4-5

10:30-11:10 a.m.

Level 1, 2

6 & up

9:45-10:25 a.m. & 10:30-11:10 a.m.

Levels 3-4

6 & up

9-9:40 a.m. & 9:45-10:25 a.m.

Levels 5-6

6 & up

9-9:40 a.m.

Teen/adult

13 & up

9-9:40 a.m.

Daycare

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11:15-11:55 a.m.

Wollman Aquatic Center

1300 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas

(913) 682-7946 Open daily May 28-August 10. Weekends only August 11-September 3. No morning activities June 15 and June 29. Pool opens at 1 p.m.

Wollman Aquatic Center Pool Parties Reserve the Wollman Aquatic Center pool shelter during open swim ($25 city residents, $30 non-residents) and pay only $3.50 per person daily admission. After hours: Pay $200 for up to 100 people on a Friday or Saturday night, 8 to 9:30 pm.

(No indoor pool parties during the summer.) For reservation information, call 913651-2203.

Wollman Aquatic Center Passes Season passes and 10-punch passes will be sold 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 21-25 at Wollman. Season passes will be sold 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 28-July 31. Each person will receive one photo identification card with a season membership.

Replacement cards are $5 each. Passes are good for the 2018 season only. Season passes will be half price after July 31. Cash and credit only.

We’re hiring. Be a Lifeguard.

The City is hiring certified lifeguards to staff both pools, Wollman Aquatic Center and the Riverfront Community Center. Students will be certified in lifeguarding, CPR, AED, and First Aid. Prerequisite: Must swim 500 yards nonstop using front crawl and breast stroke and retrieve a 10 lb. brick from 9 feet of water. Must attend all classes in each session.

• $180 residents/$200 non-residents.

Includes all materials.

• Lifeguard Certification course offered April 21, 22, 28, 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Must be 15 to apply.

Contact Nancy Baker at 913-758-6629 or nbaker@firstcity.org.

Leavenworth Riptides Swim Team Leavenworth Riptide swimmers ages 5–18 compete in a summer league with surrounding communities. The season begins May 28 and ends in early July with a league party at Quivira Lake for swimmers and families. Practices at Wollman Aquatic Center, Mon-Thur, 8-9 a.m., starting May 28. Informational meeting Wed., May 2, 5- 6 p.m., at the Riverfront Community Center.

For information call (913) 758-6629. Follow the Leavenworth Riptides on Facebook.

Fee: $50 (3rd child ½ price)

Passes

Ages

Resident

Non-Resident

Daily Admission

3 & under

Free

Free

Daily Admission

4 & up

$4

$5

10-Punch Pass

4 & up

$35

$45

Individual Season Pass

4 & up

$50

$75

Household Season Pass for 4

4 & up

$120

$180

Additional Household Member

4 & up

$25

$30

Little Nemos/Kiddie Pool

5 & under

$1

$1

Wollman Summer Swim Schedule Riptides

Mon. - Thurs.

8 to 9 a.m.

Swim Lessons

Mon. - Thurs.

9 to 11:10 a.m.

Adult Lap Swim

Mon. - Thurs.

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Adult Lap Swim

Fri. - Sat.

noon to 1 p.m.

Little Nemos (age 5 & under) Kiddie Pool

Tues./Thurs.

9:30 to 11 a.m.

Aquacise

Mon. – Fri.

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Special Needs Swim

Saturday

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Open Swim (May 28-Aug. 10)

Daily

1 to 7:30 p.m.

Open Swim (Weekends Aug.11-Sep. 3)

Sat. & Sun. only

1 to 7:30 p.m.

Aquatic Center Regulations • Children age 9 and under must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult age 18 or older.

• Proper swim attire required. No thongs, cut-offs, “sagging,” or suits with belts, buckles, rivets, etc. NO street clothes will be allowed past the breezeway.

• Improper conduct or profane language will not be tolerated.

• No food, beverages (except water), or glass containers will be brought into the facility.

• Swim diapers are mandatory for non-toilet-trained persons.

• Management reserves the right to refuse admittance to or eject from the aquatic center premises any person failing to comply with these and other posted health and safety regulations.

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Calendar of Events Wollman Aquatic Center, 1300 Shawnee St., opens Monday, May 28 (Memorial Day) see page 15 for more information.

Late Night Under the Lights Kids Free Racing Series is taking place this summer. Race dates are May 23, May 30, June 20, July 11, July 25. Rain date is Aug. 1. All events take place 6:30 p.m. at Warren Middle School, 10th Avenue and Gatewood Street.

Touch a Truck

APRIL 27 - Arbor Day Celebration – Parks staff will plant a tree to honor a local person or group. Tree planting at noon.

Location to be announced.

MAY 2- Touch-a-Truck (right) >>

JUNE 16 - Dad & Me Campout (8 p.m.-8 a.m.) Come out to Wollman Aquatic Center and get away from it all. Set up a tent on the grass and enjoy a night of swimming at the Aquatic Center, games, and star-gazing. Enjoy breakfast the next morning. Register at the Riverfront Community Center. (Limit of 20 tents.) Fee: $25 for dad (or mom) & 1 child; $5 each extra child or adult.

Mark your calendars: watch for more details on these activities in the Fall 2018 “First City Connection.”

SEPTEMBER 4 - Doggie Splash at Wollman Park Pool. Dogs can have a special day at Wollman Aquatic Center and officially close out the summer season with a cool dip in the pool. Three swim sessions will be available to accommodate all dogs safely.

All proceeds will benefit the Waggin’ Tails Dog Park.

OCTOBER 7 - Mother-Son Superhero Dance. Moms and sons (ages 9 & under) are invited to dress up in their favorite superhero costumes and join us at the Riverfront Community Center for a smashing good time. Proceeds will benefit the Waggin’ Tails Dog Park.

OCTOBER 20 - Haunted Depot. Brought to you by Leavenworth Parks & Recreation and Leavenworth Senior High School Repertory Theatre Class.

MAY 2 - FREE - Touch-A-Truck - 10-11:30 a.m.

Bring the kids to Leavenworth Landing Park and see the many kinds of trucks working in and around our community. Kids will enjoy free carousel rides at the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum and bounce houses, toys and popcorn in the Riverfront Community Center gym.

Leavenworth Performing Arts Center

500 Delaware St. The River City Community Players community theater group will be featuring the following shows in 2018.

• Chasing Charming (Youth Show)

Auditions – April 30, May 1

Performances: June 1, 2, 3 • Oklahoma!

Auditions - June 4, 5, 6

Performances: July 27, 28, August 3, 4, 10, 11, 12 • Willie Wonka Jr. (Youth Show)

Auditions – August 6, 7

Performances: September 14, 15, 16 Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. For more information, visit the River City Community Players website, www.rccplv.com.

Leavenworth Parks and Recreation 123 S. Esplanade Leavenworth, KS 66048

JUNE 2 - FREE. National Trails Day Walk (8 a.m.) Support National Trails Day with a three-mile trail walk starting at Sportsfield trailhead (20th & Ottawa).

Postal Customer Leavenworth, KS 66048 Leavenworth, KS Permit No. 67

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