Board of County Commissioners

Park & Recreation Commission

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Purpose

The Johnson County Park & Recreation District was established by state statute in 1953 and is governed by a seven-member Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners appointed by the Johnson County Board of County Commissioners. It comprises more than 10,243 acres and attracts over 7 million visitations annually. The district also provides more than 4,000 fee-supported recreational, cultural, environmental and outdoor education programs each year that generate nearly 2 million annual participations. The district operates and maintains 17 developed park areas, including three streamway parks and 151 miles of trails. It also manages a variety of facilities and programming sites throughout the county, including the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center, Johnson County Museum, Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse, Ernie Miller Nature Center, Theatre in the Park, TimberRidge Adventure Center, Mill Creek Activity Center, the 22-acre Mildale Farm meeting and event site, three sports and recreation complexes, multiple programming sites for senior adults, one early childhood development center, two Natureplay Preschools, disc golf courses at four parks, and two 18-hole golf courses.

Legislation

K.S.A. 19-2863 and 19-2859; Resolution No. 008-89

Number of Positions

7

Meeting Information

Time: 3rd Wednesday monthly 5:30 p.m.
Location: Meadowbrook Park

Contact Information

For more information regarding this Board or questions about the roster, contact the Appointment Clerk.