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TodayTodayTodayTodayTodayKANSAS RECREATION & PARK ASSOCIATION
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2015 KRPA Award Winners
2016 KRPA MEMBER DIRECTORY
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Our Mission To advance park and recreation opportunities that enhance the quality of life through education, communication and advocacy.
Our Vision The Kansas Recreation and Park Association is THE SOURCE for information which advances parks and recreation in the State of Kansas and beyond.
An affiliate of the National Recreation and Park Association
Kansas Recreation and Park Association 700 SW Jackson St. Suite 805, Topeka, Kansas 66603 www.krpa.org 785-235-6533
KRPA Board of Directors President – Brian Bascue (Newton)Past President – Jimmy Gibbs (Lawrence)President Elect – Kelby Hellwig (Johnson County)Secretary/Treasurer – Logan Wagler (Lenexa) Administration Branch – Chris Claxton (Leawood)Aquatics Branch – Jennifer Wegener (Shawnee County)Marketing/Customer Service Branch- Nicole Asquith (Olathe)Therapeutic Rec/Aging – Rhonda Pollard (Johnson County) Park and Natural Resources – Ramie Degraeve (Shawnee)Park Law Enforcement Branch – Kim Jones (KDWPT) Recreation Branch – Andrea Kelly (Chanute)Sports Branch – Nick Leon (Hutchinson)
Members At Large West – Dan Pyle (Ellis)Central - Tony Finlay (Hutchinson)East - Dave Smothers (Merriam)
Committees/Ex Officio Awards – Caite Kendrick (Ft. Riley)Conference Planning - Brian Bascue (Newton)Citizen Board – Kim Galbraith (Blue Valley)Colleges and Universities – Janice Jewett (Pittsburg)Professional Development – Steve Herrig (Blue Valley)Public Policy – Scott Schoon (Winfield) / Nancy Wallerstein (Johnson County)Parliamentarian – Steve Friend (Baldwin City)KDWPT – Linda Lanterman (Pratt) KRPA Executive Director – Erika Devore
Editorial Staff Managing Editor – Erika DevoreContributing Staff – Bonnie Simon
This magazine is the official quarterly publication of the Kansas Recreation and Park Association and is provided complimentary as part of membership in KRPA. The editorial committee encourages the submission of articles and photos for publication. Articles of approximately 1,000 words or less may be submitted, but may be edited for length and clarity.
Deadlines for articles, photos and advertising: Summer: June 30, 2016 Spring: April 7, 2016 Fall: September 29, 2016 Winter: December 15, 2016
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ContentsAround Kansas ....................................................................4KRPA President’s Tour 2015 ........................................... 6-9 2015 KRPA Award Winners ........................................10-11Members on the Move .......................................................122016 Member Directory ............................................... 13-26
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Around KANSAS
“Imagine…Discover…Play…Uniting Children of all Abilities” The “My BackYard” inclusive playground has been designed to provide active and meaningful experiences for children of all ages and abilities, located in Central Kansas.
Great Bend’s newest destination playground features the latest in playground equipment, a 1/8th of a mile walking trail, sensory garden area, green space for activities, shade, and seating. The playground includes such features as the OmniSpin, Rollerslide, We-Saw, NetPlex, TopsyTurny, climbing rocks, and a ZipKrooz. “There is also an ensemble of outdoor musical instruments within the central area of the playground, offering a unique sensory experience through creative musical play”, noted Diann Henderson, Executive Director, GBRC. The playground is designed for ages 2-5 and 5-12, and was made possible by Great Bend Recreation Commission, City of Great Bend, Makinna Ann Hope Foundation, USD #428, Athco, and Landscape Structures.
Merriam Parks & Recreation Announces 2016 Tim Murphy Art Gallery ScheduleThe Tim Murphy Art Gallery in Merriam, Kansas, is in its 19th year of operation. New exhibit opening night receptions are held the first Thursday of each month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. (exception Heartland Artist Exhibition). Each reception has free food, wine/beer and soft drinks, plus offers a special meet and greet with the artists. For the complete list of exhibits, visit merriam.org.
Upcoming art gallery exhibits: March 5 - April 2 ............................ Heartland Artist Exhibition April 7 - April 30 .....................................................Art & Soul June 2 - July 2 ................................................... Surroundings
Lawrence offers Holiday Happenings SkatingChildren participating in Lawrence Parks and Recreation holiday program Holiday Happenings, offered when children are out of school on holiday break, took an afternoon to visit the Skate Rink on the Library Lawn in Lawrence. The skate rink, operated by Parks and Recreation, opened last year and is made of synthetic ice. The rink is open during the holidays, opening the day after Thanksgiving and closing in late January. Parks and Recreation provides skate rental and staff the facility. There are also opportunities for private lessons and parties at the facility.
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WYCO/KCK Hosts Winter Carnival The Unified Government of WYCO/KCK Parks and Recreation Department hosted the Inaugural Winter Wonderland Carnival on December 12th at Eisenhower Community Center. This free event was open to the public for children 12 and under. Winter Wonderland had three different areas for the children and their families to visit. They were able to tap in their creative sides with holiday themed arts and crafts and test their skills with carnival games. The biggest surprise for the families was visiting Santa in his workshop where each child received a gift. All gifts were donated through the Unified Government’s Toy Drive for the event. The department looks forward to making this an annual event!
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Long Branch Lagoon Makes a Big Splash in Dodge CityThe much-anticipated Ford County Regional Water Park is on track for opening May 2016 in Dodge City. Long Branch Lagoon features a 700-foot lazy river, four waterslides, climbing wall, water basketball, diving boards and a competition pool. The children’s play area has 13 sprays, geysers and a dumping bucket.
“The boomerang water slide is going to be a huge hit with the kids,” said Dave Wiecher of Capri Pools & Aquatics. “Working with Waters Edge Aquatic Design and McCownGordon Construction we have reduced the cost of the project so any savings moving forward will go back to the owner.”
You can keep up with progress at the Long Branch Lagoon Water Park Facebook page or see hourly construction photos from the City’s website at www.dodgecity.org.
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“Are you sure?” Erika said in a quiet, cautious tone. I had just sent her the list of communities I hoped to visit on my upcoming President’s Tour: 2 days, 712 miles and 8 stops were on my list. Starting out in Manhattan, out to Dodge City and ending in Hutchinson. “I hope Bonnie got unlimited miles on the rental…”
Manhattan, KansasOur first stop was Manhattan, Kansas. From the second we opened the door, the folks at Manhattan Parks and Recreation made us feel like royalty. Even though Manhattan is well-known for Kansas State University, it is the P&R department that stands out on its own accolades and is impressive right from the start. I spent four years in Manhattan while attending K-State (Go Cats!). But, it wasn’t until this visit that I really came to appreciate what all is available for the community. Manhattan is a community that loves its recreation—and recreation director Eddie Estes and his team were eager to show it off. We started off with a quick driving
tour past the Flint Hills Discovery Center and Blue Earth Plaza. These brand new facilities are the focus of Manhattan’s downtown revitalization project. New growth is centered around these facilities and it’s very apparent how important parks and recreation is to the overall economic growth of Manhattan. From there we jumped across town to Anneberg Park to check in on a $2 million renovation project that included new lights on the softball fields and the addition of turf to the soccer fields. We also learned about the very important collaboration with the school district for sharing facilities. Without this partnership, neither entity would be as successful as they are now. We headed back to the office where we were each
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presented with welcome gift baskets. Such fantastic hospitality! I hope to visit again after the department moves across the street into their brand new office spaces.
First stop done. On to Fort Riley.
Fort Riley, KansasIf you have visited a military installation since September 11, you’re familiar with the process of getting on post. I quickly came to realize the importance of security—and how very impressive all the soldiers uphold that awesome responsibility. Erika and I made it through the security check pretty quick. But, the MP’s had a few extra questions for Bonnie so she was “detained” while her credentials were examined. Thankfully she wasn’t sent to the stockade and was able to rejoin us a short time later.
MWR Community Recreation Division Chief Scott Sherberger and his team were proud to show off their mighty organization that recently became CAPRA accredited through the National Recreation and Park Association. Most inspiring were the fitness centers—of which we got a fantastic behind-the-scenes tour. At first glance these fitness centers look just like any other
recreation facility. But once you step inside the doors, this efficient and busy center confirms a much more intense purpose: Creating a duty-ready soldier. They accomplish this through Mission Essential Fitness—programs that are designed with the active soldier in mind. And that’s important when keeping soldiers physically and mentally fit in order to defend the United States of America.
We also visited the Warrior Zone. This is by far the most awesome example of the military’s biggest and coolest man-cave! But this “cave” is geared for all soldiers, men and women alike. This massive facility is quite possibly the country’s single greatest gamer’s paradise—plus a bar and grill, theater, pool tables and outdoor event space. The Warrior Zone is an model example of how the military strives to take care of these women and men who volunteer to serve and defend our country. This short visit gave us just a quick glance at all the fantastic opportunities made available to our military. I hope on my next visit that I’ll get a chance to see more of what Fort Riley has to offer. I think Scott mentioned something about helicopter and tank rides—but I may be mistaken!
Abilene, KansasNo maps or directions needed because I knew exactly where we were going. Abilene will always hold a special place in my heart. It’s my hometown and where my family still lives and works. We met up with director Jane Foltz to showcase some of the awesome programs and projects going on with Abilene Parks and Recreation. Our first stop was the rose garden at Eisenhower Park—Abilene’s signature park named for President Dwight D. Eisenhower who grew up there. As we were standing in the rose garden next to a winterized fountain, I pointed up to a second-story window in a house across the street—that was my bedroom in the house I grew up in. From the very beginning, parks and recreation was an important part of my life. This now-adult man still sees the park with child-like eyes and remembers all the adventures and mischief that took place in that park. I’m still amazed and humbled at the continued dedication to preserving outdoor space and providing an overabundance of recreational opportunities. Jane and her staff are truly proud of their accomplishments and work so hard to make Abilene a fun and healthy connected community. Abilene
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is a baseball and softball community. Three separate complexes are packed every summer night. Along with the new swimming pool, the abundance of highly-used recreation centers and parks is exciting. Plus the layers of beautiful fall foliage in the highly manicured flower gardens are truly picturesque. After a quick lunch and tour of the recreation center, we said goodbye to Jane and hit the road heading west on I-70. Next stop—Ellis, Kansas!
Ellis, KansasWelcome to Ellis, Kansas! This was my first visit to the small Kansas town along I-70 and hopefully not my last. Ellis is a charming town full of hard working folks where the spirit of cooperation and collaboration is strong. We met up with Dan Pyle and quickly began a tour of his parks and recreation facilities. I was completely amazed how much Ellis has to offer! Like many communities, the Ellis recreation commission uses school district facilities to hold programs. We toured an indoor gym space that was once the primary gym for the high school, but now is home to community open-gym, volleyball and basketball leagues. It was good to talk with Dan about the great cooperation he has with the school district and how sharing the facilities really benefits the entire community. We ended the tour at the library, where the ERC offers a robotics class. Students are even learning to
draw, model and create their own robotic parts using a 3-D printer. This impressive program is exposing young minds to STEM classes and will no doubt shape future career choices. As we rolled out of town toward Dodge City for the night, I couldn’t stop admiring the awesome benefits of Ellis. Thanks to Dan and his community for all they do. If you get a chance, stop by and check it out!
Dodge City, KansasWe spent the night in Dodge City after a long first day of tours. Four tours down, four to go! First thing in the morning, we met with Parks and Recreation Director Paul Lewis. As the sun was just coming up, I could already tell that Dodge City is quite an impressive community and one that is beaming with activity. A community-wide sales tax is what’s hot in Dodge City. This 2 cent sales tax (with no sunset date) is fueling an endless number of improvements to an already impressive inventory of facilities for the parks and recreation department. Being an aquatics guy, I was most impressed by the massive still in construction waterpark. Once completed, this western themed facility (named the Long Branch Lagoon) will be one of the most technologically-advanced swimming facilities in the state. In addition to the waterpark, the downtown area redevelopment will include hotels, a transportation hub and an RV park. The folks in Dodge City have done an excellent
job of engaging the community and shaping the park system. Plus, it’s quite impressive how city leaders work to include parks and recreation in the overall vision of growth and economic development of the town. This was a great start to the day and I’m glad we had the chance to visit!
Pratt, KansasJust a quick hour east and we were at our next stop: Pratt, Kansas. Having before only driven through Pratt, I was completely unaware of what our tour had in store. We met up with Bruce Pinkall at the recreation offices located within one of Pratt’s historic community buildings. Our first stop was Lemon Park which boasts a rich history of the importance of park space and land preservation. This signature park is home to a impressive Christmas light display and multiple fairs and festivals throughout the year. Community wide, with over 250 acres total, the impressive open space in Pratt is well-showcased and appreciated. Equally impressive is the diversity of recreation programs offered. I was particularly captivated by the Summer Youth Program. This long-running summertime program is offered weekdays throughout June and July. This isn’t just any regular summer program. The community has worked to make sure that this program is open and available to everyone—no matter where you live and even if you are unable to pay. Almost all of the programs are completely free. Plus, free bus transportation from
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all over the city and free lunches are provided. Whoever said that there’s no such thing as a free lunch was never a kid growing up in Pratt, Kansas! I thank the staff for their hospitality and a fantastic lunch—my first experience with Pratt’s famous Pizza Taco. If you haven’t given it a chance, you really should!
St. John, KansasFrom Pratt we traveled due north to check in with Nick Garcia at St. John Recreation. We drifted into town on a tailwind and a prayer…literally! About 10 miles into the 30 mile trip to St. John, the fuel gauge in our rental car experienced a meltdown. In a matter of seconds, we went from a quarter tank of fuel to the digital readout flashing ZERO miles to empty. Almost instantly we all were wishing we had worn more comfortable shoes. Thankfully we were able to fuel up at the first gas station we found and made it to our appointment only a little late. As a life-long resident of St. John, Kansas (population 1,200), Nick Garcia understands what his community wants. And he works hard to make sure his residents have all the same opportunities as neighboring communities. We toured the multi-use recreation center. This building really illustrates the definition of multi-use as it is a roller skating rink, dance studio, fitness center and is host to many other community activities. It was good just talking to Nick and hearing how happy he is with his community. One of the community programs he is
in charge of is the annual night-time Easter egg hunt. Each year staff “hides” over 5,000 eggs throughout the massive softball complex. Then, with flashlights in hand, the kids scramble in the dark to find prize-filled eggs. Volunteers from the senior center organize, assemble and stuff the eggs with prizes. High school athletes help corral the kids in the dark of night. Overall, this annual event is a testament to the family involvement and community cooperation that brings the folks of St. John together. I was really glad to catch up with Nick before he headed off to his other passion—head football coach at the high school. St. John is truly a community with a huge amount of civic pride!
Hutchinson, KansasDay two, eighth and final stop of the 2015 KRPA President’s Tour: Hutchinson, Kansas. Since we were almost two hours late, I’m happy that Tony Finlay and his crew were so hospitable to these worn out road warriors. There is so much to see in Hutchinson and I’m glad we still had time in the day to take in a few of the sites. At our first stop we toured the Elmdale Community Center. This neighborhood-centered facility is home to a wellness center and a very active 50+ senior center. It was so exciting to see the multi-generational users fill the building. The co-mingled use created a synergy that was moving and prosperous. The tour then headed to Hutchinson’s
own 100 acre “wild arboretum” better known as the Dillon Nature Center. I’ve had the opportunity to visit the nature center many times, but this time was different. Tony showcased the Jim Smith Family Playspace—awesome hands-on areas for kids to touch, feel, build and explore in nature. Right away, I could tell that Tony was proud of the improvements and the awesome work his staff do on a daily basis. The nature center was truly a highlight of the trip. After a quick walk around the lake enjoying the setting sun, our visit to Hutchinson came to an end.
This tour really taught me a couple things. First, our Kansas communities are resilient, creative and not afraid of taking chances to make a difference. Second, the spirit of cooperation and collaboration among school districts, community organizations and parks and recreation is quite important. It was really easy to be inspired by the overwhelming community pride I witnessed. The connection between open parks, recreation and community involvement is a tremendous benefit for our residents. For me, parks and recreation has been such a strong influence in my life. It was humbling to see so many of our professionals upholding that same passion. When you get a chance, visit your neighboring communities and see what all they have to offer. You’ll be glad you did!
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DISTINGUISHED FELLOW
DIANN HENDERSON Great Bend Recreation Commission
Diann Henderson has distinguished herself within the parks and recreation
industry for nearly 34 years. Diann is the third recreation director for Great Bend Recreation Commission and has become part of an elite company. This rich recreation legacy includes two KRPA Hall of Fame members: Carl Soden and Paul Keller whom she personally knew and worked under. She has elevated the level of recreation services in Great Bend through the development of innovative recreation programs and services, providing guidance and leadership in the development and construction of new recreation facilities: the Great Bend Sports Complex, the GBRC Activity Center and the “My BackYard” inclusive destination playground which just celebrating its grand opening. Her leadership as an elected official in KRPA is reflective of her service as KRPA President in 2015, serving on the KRPA Recreation Branch for eight years, chaired the formative year of the KRPA Administration Branch, reinstated the KRPA Advocacy Committee, received the KRPA Distinguished Professional Award, received the Blue Cross Blue Shield Chip Award, KRPA Special Service Award, KRPA Award for Excellence in Recreation Programming, and is a member of NRPA. She was instrumental in the formation of two new recreation commissions in central Kansas and served as a spokesperson to the Kansas Health Commission on behalf of Recreation Commission’s to have the ability to join the State employee’s health insurance group and has hosted numerous KRPA budget workshops in Great Bend.
DISTINGUISHED FELLOW
JOHN WASHINGTON Retired
John Washington is recently a retired park and recreational professional. John’s 30 year career
began as the Maintenance Director of Garden City’s park and recreation facilities. He started as a recreation professional at the Garden City Recreation Commission in 1984. In 2002, John became the Superintendent of Garden City Recreation Commission. He has played an essential part in expanding recreation and health services in Garden City. Such examples include building the state of art CORE Fitness Center, increasing the number of soccer fields, installing field turf at the historical Clint Lightner Baseball field and facility improvements to the Largest Outdoor Public Swimming Pool in Kansas. John graduated from Southwestern College and worked at Wellington Recreation Commission from the age of 15 to sophomore in college. John has been a KRPA member since 1990. He has served as the West Regional Representative in 2010 and 2011, was KRPA President in 2013 and a member of the National Recreation and Park Association.
DISTINGUISHED PROFESSIONAL
CHRISTOPHER NELSON Manhattan Parks & Recreation
Chris Nelson has a passion for making a difference in the delivery of outstanding parks, program and facilities in Manhattan the past eight years. This has been demonstrated in his program planning and creative solutions to overcome challenges to make his sports programs a
success. His program interest is focused on the youth sports programs in the community. He inspires others to advance the mission of Manhattan’s sports programs. In 2015, Chris launched the Start Smart Program which has been successful in Manhattan. As a Kansas High School Activities Association certified baseball, basketball and football official, Chris was selected as the KSHSAA 2014 Umpire of the Year. Also, his active role in developing officials and being a sport official has led Chris to serving as president of the Northeast Kansas Officials Association. He is a graduate of KRPA’s “Tomorrows Leaders” Professional Development Institute and is certified by the National Alliance for Youth Sports as a Certified Sports Administrator raising the professionalism in youth sports.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
GLORIA CORTEZ-LEONARD Shawnee County Parks and Recreation
During her 32 years of service Gloria Cortez-Leonard has been a linchpin to administration, elected officials, committee members and her co-workers. Gloria has served Shawnee County Parks and Recreation leadership as the Administrative Officer serving under three Parks and Recreation directors, including Hall of Fame member Ted Ensley. Gloria has progressed through five different positions during her career before moving into a supervisory role which many Parks and Recreation staff considers Gloria more than just a co-worker; she is considered family. Gloria organized the after-hours department teams for softball and golf tournaments and the country picnic. She is a part of “Taco Tuesday” lunch group that gives staff a chance to get away from a busy work schedule. Gloria has never limited her contributions to her job
Park and Recreation professionals, commercial members and students attended the 2016 KRPA Conference and Trade Show, Feb. 1-4, at the United Wireless Arena and Conference Center in Dodge City. The four-day annual event included a motivating keynote address from Jody Urquhart, a closing keynote presentation from Mitch Houlthus, voice of the Kansas City Chiefs.
KRPA and its members paid tribute to meaningful achievements and significant contributions to park and recreation during its annual Awards Luncheon at the 2016 KRPA Conference and Trade Show in Dodge City. The KRPA Awards Committee, chaired
WINNERSdescription. She has volunteered to work on the Senior Olympics, the Topeka Tin Man Triathlon, the Huff ‘N Puff Balloon Rally and the Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Foundation Golf Tournament. Even though Gloria is not a member of KRPA, Gloria volunteered each time the KRPA Conference was held in Topeka to serve on the planning committee, assisted with registrations and worked the social events.
DISTINGUISHED VOLUNTEER AWARD
CAROL KELLER Derby Free Spirits
Carol Keller exemplifies generosity with her time
and talents as a committed volunteer with the Derby Free Spirits, a local Derby program that provides recreational activities for those with developmental delays and physical challenges. Participants in the Derby Spirits enjoy a variety of recreational and social activities which include Special Olympic competitions, recreational sports leagues, special events and field trips. She is the currently the Special Olympics volleyball coach and physically challenged track coach. Her hours spent coaching and working with athletes often total up to 50 hours per month. Carol implements the practices, coach’s athletes at competitions, and is personally involved in the travel that is required to get athletes to and from the events. In addition to her work with the Derby Spirits, each summer Carol organizes a national qualifier for physically challenged athletes called the Challenge Games. She founded the event 26 years ago and has continued to coordinate the event held in Derby. Carol has developed friendships with her athletes and participants that have spanned decades. Carol Keller is a true gem of the Derby community. Her commitment to a full and enjoyable life for a segment of the population that is often underserved by traditional recreation programs is not only commendable but also admirable. The Derby Community Foundation presented Carol with the first annual “Generosity Award” last February. The Generosity Award is given to a Derby resident who commits uncommon acts of generosity that reflects the mission of the Derby Community Foundation, which is to “inspire
vision and generosity”. Carol also received the Kansas Mid-Way Chapter of the American Red Cross, “Heroes Award” to recognize ordinary people for performing extraordinary acts.
DISTINGUISHED ELECTED OFFICIAL AWARD
BRYAN FRYE Wichita City Council
Bryan Frye served as President of the Board
of Park Commissioners for eight years and is serving as a Wichita City Council member. Bryan has been committed in supporting and promoting park and recreation services for the City of Wichita. He has been instrumental in shaping park and recreation departmental goals and has been a champion of the recreation’s five year business plan to increase the active participation at Wichita’s recreation centers through recreation classes and special events. As President of the Board of Park Commissioners, Bryan and his family have made donations to local park projects through the Wichita Parks Foundation and is a tremendous advocate for the recreation scholarship program. His commitment to Wichita’s park and recreation systems is demonstrated through his unfailing attendance at Park and Recreation special events and also participates in these events with his family. As City Council Member of District 5 in Wichita, Bryan has supported and been involved in the Buffalo Park revitalization and renovations. Council person Frye also demonstration his leadership in the creation of the Air Capital Mountain Bike Park which was created by a group of mountain bikers who established a non-profit organization to help build this one –of-a-kind park for Wichita. He demonstrated through this partnership between the City and private organizations working together bring a greater value to the Wichita community. He also led in the efforts in reshaping the future of City Public Golf Courses which has resulted in a golf division that is profitable.
DISTINGUISHED RECREATION COMMISSION BOARD OR COMMISSIONER FOR PARKS & RECREATION
LOU WADE Blue Valley Recreation
Commission
Lou Wade has been an integral and instrumental leader the last 12 years with the Blue Valley Recreation Commission. Lou began his work with the Recreation Commission as a volunteer coach in their youth sports programs. Lou served two terms on the Recreation Commission’s Facilities and Programming Committee as a citizen member. In 2006, Lou spearheaded the Capital Projects Campaign as a community facilitator in public meetings, sharing plans for their new facilities and financing strategies with the Blue Valley community. The school district board recognized Lou’s proven leadership abilities and appointed him to back to back terms spanning eight years as a Blue Valley Recreation Commission Commissioner. While serving as a Commissioner, Lou has proudly represented Blue Valley Recreation Commission in a pepper eating contest, although he was not quite as comfortable as leading a meeting! Lou has a heart for special populations and bowled in the Gutter Wars Challenge against the School Board to help raise funds for Special Olympics. Lou is highly visible at Commission’s events and programs and loved interacting with the patrons he served. Lou proudly wears his Blue Valley Recreation Commission t-shirts at local events. In addition, he was instrumental in developing a memorandum of understanding with the School District in partnering on developing an indoor facility to provide recreation services for fitness, wellness, multi-purpose courts, special populations, dance and active aging programming. In all of his accomplishments, Lou has never lost sight of who he serves, the citizens of Blue Valley and has worked collaboratively to best serve their needs.
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Members ON THE MOVE
New Hirings and Job Announcements at Hutchinson Recreation Commission
New Hire for Gardner Parks and RecreationJosh Allen has been hired as a Park Maintenance Worker for Gardner Parks and Recreation. Josh is a May 2015 graduate of Kansas State University who holds a degree in Park Management and Conservation and a
secondary degree in Natural Resource and Environmental Science. His internships include Manhattan Parks and Recreation as well as Heyburn State Park in Plummer, Idaho.
New Program Director at Rose Hill Recreation CommissionJohn Tiemeyer is originally from Pretty Prairie, KS. He resided in Lakin, Ks for the last two years expanding his professional career as the Sports Director at Lakin Recreation Commission. John
and his family are very excited to be closer to home and for this new opportunity at Rose Hill Recreation Commission.
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Hutchinson Recreation Commission recently promoted Randy Carter as its superintendent of the recreation and sports division. Carter worked as the division’s recreation coordinator since coming to Hutch Rec in November 2007. In his position, Carter will oversee the operations and programs in both recreation and enrichment, as well as the sports services,
including both youth and adult sports as well as operations at Fun Valley-Hobart Detter facilities.
Hutch Rec also promoted Mark Nisly, former program aide, to recreation programmer for the division of recreation and sports. Nisly will work alongside the recreation coordinators and also assist with the operations at Fun Valley-Hobart Detter facilities.
Nick Leon started at Hutch Rec in January as a recreation coordinator for the recreation and sports division. Leon comes to Hutch Rec from Holcomb Recreation Commission, where he worked for almost nine years as the program director. He currently serves on the KRPA Board of Directors as the sports branch chair and is CYSA certified.
Hutch Rec also hired Adam Richter as the organization’s newly created position of director of community events. Richter’s past professional experience includes working for the City of Rowlett, Texas. from 2012-2015, where he worked as the special events and marketing coordinator. In this new position, Richter will be responsible for overseeing Hutch Rec’s existing
special events as well as implementing new community events.
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Kansas Recreation and Park Association Erika Devore - Erika@krpa.org Bonnie Simon - bonnie@krpa.org 700 SW Jackson St Ste 805 Topeka, KS 66603-3737 p: 785-235-6533
ORGANIZATION AND UNIVERSITIES MEMBERSEmporia State University Clint Longacre HPER Dept - PO Box 344 Emporia, KS 66801-0344 p: 785-341-5935
Fort Hays State University Lynn Maska 600 Park St Hays, KS 67601 p: 785-628-3478
FORT RILEY MWR AND SPORTS Scott Scherberger 235 Cameron Ave Fort Riley, KS 66442-1132 p: 785-239-2162
JEWISH COMMUNITY CAMPUS Dan Cullinan 5801 W 115th St Ste 100 Overland Park, KS 66211-1800 p: 913-327-8201
KANSAS TRAILS COUNCIL Mike Goodwin PO Box 695 Topeka, KS 66605-0695 p: 785-221-1794
KANZA RAIL-TRAILS CONSERVANCY INC President PO Box 3863 Topeka, KS 66604-6863 www.kanzatrails.org
PITTSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY John Opplinger 1701 S Broadway Pittsburg, KS 66762-5856 p: 620-235-4665
Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation James “Skip” Dobbs 200 E 3rd St Bonner Springs, KS 66012-1047 p: 913- 441-1662
Burlington Parks Department Kevin Boyce PO Box 207 Burlington, KS 66839-0207 p: 620-364-3071
BURLINGTON RECREATION COMMISSION Scot Jeffers 1110 Shea Burlington, KS 66839-1169 p: 620-364-8484
CANEY VALLEY RECREATION COMMISSION Brett Anderson PO Box 262 Caney, KS 67333-0262 p: 620-879-2155
Chanute Recreation Commission Steve Slane 400 S Highland Ave Ste 2 Chanute, KS 66720-2542 p: 620-431-4199
CHENEY RECREATION COMMISSION Brent Peintner PO Box 306 Cheney, KS 67025-0306 p: 316-542-0010
City of Cimmaron Roxy Vietti PO Box 467 Cimarron, KS 67835-0467 p: 620-855-0156
Claflin Recreation Commission Jessie Habiger PO Box 14 Claflin, KS 67525-0014 p: 620- 588-4321
Clearwater Recreation Commission Beki Zook PO Box 504 Clearwater, KS 67026-0504 p: 620- 584-2323
COFFEYVILLE RECREATION COMMISSION David Rains 508 Park St Coffeyville, KS 67337-7136 p: 620- 251-5910
COLBY RECREATION DEPARTMENT Robert Fossum 285 East 5th St Colby, KS 67701-2412 p: 785- 460-4440
Concordia Recreation Tom Gennette PO Box 603 Concordia, KS 66901-0603 p: 785- 243-3768
DE SOTO PARKS AND RECREATION Jay Garvin PO Box C De Soto, KS 66018-0803 p: 913- 586-5280
DEERFIELD RECREATION COMMISSION Cindy Crandall PO Box 258 Deerfield, KS 67838-0258 p: 620- 426-6373
Derby Parks Department Mike Day 611 Mulberry Rd Derby, KS 67037-3590 p: 316-788-9776
DERBY RECREATION COMMISSION Frank Seitz PO Box 324 Derby, KS 67037-0324 p: 316-788-3781
Dodge City Parks and Recreation Paul Lewis PO Box 880 Dodge City, KS 67801-0880 p: 620-225-8160
Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Mike Martin 690 South 4th St Edwardsville, KS 66111-1390 p: 816-260-0016
El Dorado Recreation Department Kevin Wishart PO Box 792 El Dorado, KS 67042-0792 p: 316-322-7400
PARKS AND RECREATION AGENCIESABILENE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Jane Foltz 1020 NW 8th ST Abilene, KS 67410-2372 p: 785-263-7266
Andover Parks and Recreation Seth Carey PO Box 295 Andover, KS 67002-0295 p: 316-733-1590
ARKANSAS CITY RECREATION COMMISSION Joe Krisik 225 E 5th Ave Arkansas City, KS 67005-2605 p: 316-441-4301
Atchison Recreation Commission Scott Erickson 819 Commercial St Atchison, KS 66002-2324 p: 913-426-2509
BALDWIN CITY RECREATION COMMISSION Steve Friend PO Box 871 Baldwin City, KS 66006-0871 p: 785-594-3670
BANNER CREEK RESERVOIR John Kennedy 10975 K16 Hwy Holton, KS 66436-8068 p: 785-364-2456
Bel Aire Recreation Center Brian Hayes 5251 E 48th St N Bel Aire, KS 67220-1441 p: 316-744-2700
Beloit Parks and Recreation Lynn Miller PO Box 567 Beloit, KS 67420-0567 p: 785-738-2270
BLUE VALLEY RECREATION COMMISSION Steven Baysinger 6545 W 151st St Overland Park, KS 66223-2519 p: 913-685-6000
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Ellis Recreation Commission Daniel Pyle 501 W 6th St Ellis, KS 67637-9504 p: 785-726-3718
ELLINWOOD RECREATION COMMISSION Alex Birney PO Box 342 Ellinwood, KS 67526-0342 p: 620-564-3161
Ellsworth Recreation Commission Ron Tenbrink PO Box 163 Ellsworth, KS 67439-0163 p: 785-472-4123
Emporia Parks and Zoo Department Damon Adkins 104 E 5th St Emporia, KS 66801-3918 p: 620-341-4377
EMPORIA RECREATION COMMISSION Tom McEvoy 313 W 4th Ave Emporia, KS 66801-4149 p: 620-340-6300
ERIE RECREATION COMMISSION Sarah Jones 9740 Ness Rd Erie, KS 66733-5131 p: 620-244-3461
EUDORA PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Gary Scott PO Box 182 Eudora, KS 66025-0182 p: 785-542-1725
Fairway Parks and Recreation Nathan Nogelmeier 4210 Shawnee Mission Pkwy STE 100A Fairway, KS 66205-2536 p: 913-262-0350
FORT SCOTT RECREATION COMMISSION Tom Robertson 735 Scott Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701-2722 p: 620-223-0386
Garden City Parks Department Andy Liebeldt PO Box 499 Garden City, KS 67846-0499 p: 620-271-1574
GARDEN CITY RECREATION COMMISSION Terri Hahn 310 N 6th Garden City, KS 67846-5503 p: 620-276-1200
HERINGTON RECREATION COMMISSION Jason Baird PO Box 31 Herington, KS 67449-0031 p: 785-258-3577
Hesston Recreation Commission Brad Kohlman PO Box 2000 Hesston, KS 67062-2092 p: 620-327-7128
Hesston Wellness Center Jason Jones 701 S Main St Hesston, KS 67062 p: 620-327-2323
Hillsboro Recreation Commission Doug Sisk 118 E Grand Hillsboro, KS 67063-1524 p: 620-947-3490
HOISINGTON RECREATION COMMISSION Chris Kinman PO Box 96 Hoisington, KS 67544-0096 p: 620-653-4050
Holcomb Recreation Commission Eric Jantz PO Box 78 Holcomb, KS 67851-0078 p: 620-277-2152
Holton Parks Department Michael Reichle 430 Pennsylvania Ave Holton, KS 66436-1803 p: 785-364-9000
HORSE THIEF RESERVOIR BENEFIT DISTRICT Heather Mihm PO Box 188 Jetmore, KS 67854-0188 p: 620-253-8464
Hutchinson Park Department Justin Combs PO Box 1567 Hutchinson, KS 67504-1567 p: 620-694-1912
HUTCHINSON RECREATION COMMISSION Tony Finlay 17 E 1st Ave Hutchinson, KS 67501-7146 p: 620-663-6179
Independence Recreation Commission Brent Julian 1501 N 10th St Independence, KS 67301-2259 p: 620-331-0260
GARDNER PARKS AND RECREATION Jeff Stewart 120 E Main St Gardner, KS 66030-1310 p: 913-856-0936
Garnett Recreation Department Phil Bures 131 W 5th Ave - City Hall Garnett, KS 66032-1321 p: 785-448-5496
GRAHAM COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION Chris Gansel PO Box 22 Hill City, KS 67642-0022 p: 785-216-0867
Gray County Recreation Dave Voth PO Box 854 Cimarron KS 67835-0854 p: 620-855-3314
GRANT COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION Scott Nichols PO Box 934 Ulysses, KS 67880-0934 p: 620-356-4233
Great Bend Parks Department Scott Keeler PO Box 1168 Great Bend, KS 67530-1168 p: 620-793-4160
GREAT BEND RECREATION COMMISSION Diann Henderson PO Box 353 Great Bend, KS 67530-0353 p: 620-793-3755
Greensburg Recreation Commission Cinda Morhead 600 S Main St Greensburg, KS 67054-1940 p: 620-723-1110
Hays Parks Department Jeff Boyle PO Box 490 Hays, KS 67601-0490 p: 785-628-7375
HAYS RECREATION COMMISSION Roger Bixenman 1105 Canterbury Dr Hays, KS 67601-2605 p: 785-623-2650
HAYSVILLE RECREATION DEPARTMENT Georgie Carter 7106 S Broadway Haysville, KS 67060-1406 p: 316-529-5922
Iola Parks and Cemetery Berkley Kerr PO Box 308 Iola, KS 66749-0308 p: 620-365-4930
Iola Recreation Department Jason Bauer 2 W Jackson Ave Iola, KS 66749-2832 p: 620-365-4990
JOHNSON COUNTY PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT Jill Geller 7900 Renner Rd Shawnee Mission, KS 66219-9723 p: 913-438-7275
Junction City Parks and Recreation Edward Lazear PO Box 287 Junction City, KS 66441-0287 p: 785-238-1031
KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE, PARKS & TOURISM Linda Lanterman 512 SE 25th Ave Pratt, KS 67124-8174 p: 620-672-5911
KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE, PARKS & TOURISM Robin Jennison and Linda Craghead 1020 S Kansas Ave Fl 2 Topeka, KS 66612-1327 p: 785-296-2281
Kingman-Norwich Recreation Commission Brandon Davidson 111 S Main St Kingman, KS 67068-1960 p: 620-532-2761
LAKIN RECREATION COMMISSION Matt Miller PO Box K Lakin, KS 67860-0760 p: 620-355-7039
LANSING PARKS AND RECREATION Jason Crum 108 S 2nd ST Lansing, KS 66043-1604 p: 913-727-2960
LAWRENCE PARKS AND RECREATION Ernie Shaw PO Box 708 Lawrence, KS 66044-0708 p: 785-832-3450
LEAVENWORTH PARKS AND RECREATION Steve Grant 123 N Esplanade ST Leavenworth, KS 66048-2028 p: 913-651-2203
LEAWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION Chris Claxton 4800 Town Center Dr Leawood, KS 66211-2043 p: 913-339-6700
LENEXA PARKS AND RECREATION Gary Ristow 13420 Oak St Lenexa, KS 66215-3652 p: 913-471-7100
LIBERAL PARKS AND RECREATION William Weber PO Box 2199 Liberal, KS 67905-2199 p: 620-626-0133
Lincoln Recreation Department Director PO Box 155 Lincoln, KS 67455-0155 p: 785-524-5212
LINDSBORG PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Kate Elliott PO Box 70 Lindsborg, KS 67456-0070 p: 785-227-3333
LYONS RECREATION COMMISSION Junior Soeken PO Box 407 Lyons, KS 67554-0407 p: 620-257-5412
MAIZE RECREATION COMMISSION Brad Naccarato PO Box 205 Maize, KS 67101-0205 p: 316-729-7818
MANHATTAN PARKS AND RECREATION Eddie Eastes 1101 Poyntz Ave Manhattan, KS 66502-5460 p: 785-587-2757
McPherson Public Lands and Facilities Wayne Burns 607 West First St McPherson, KS 67460-3219 p: 620-245-2565
MCPHERSON RECREATION COMMISSION Gwyn Muto PO Box 1066 McPherson, KS 67460-1066 p: 620-241-0363
Merriam Parks and Recreation Anna Slocum 5701 Merriam Dr Merriam, KS 66203-2523 p: 913-322-5556
Overland Park Parks Department Greg Ruether 8500 Santa Fe Overland Park, KS 66212-2866 p: 913-890-1634
Overland Park Recreation Services Tony Cosby 8101 Marty St Overland Park, KS 66204-3751 p: 913-895-6351
PARSONS RECREATION COMMISSION Gary Crissman 200 Heacock Ave Parsons, KS 67357-4284 p: 620-421-7077
Pittsburg Parks and Recreation Kim Vogel PO Box 688 Pittsburg, KS 66762-0688 p: 620-231-8310
PRATT PARKS AND RECREATION Bruce Pinkall PO Box 807 Pratt, KS 67124-0807 p: 620-672-3261
RILEY COUNTY PARKS DEPARTMENT Greg Lund 6215 Tuttle Creek Blvd Manhattan, KS 66503-9081 p: 785-539-2981
ROSE HILL RECREATION COMMISSION Troy Moree PO Box 46 Rose Hill, KS 67133-0046 p: 316-776-9880
RUSSELL RECREATION COMMISSION Mike Blanke PO Box 382 Russell, KS 67665-0382 p: 785-483-6966
SALINA PARKS AND RECREATION Director PO Box 736 Salina, KS 67402-0736 p: 785-309-5765
SATANTA RECREATION COMMISSION Shelley Kuehler PO Box 506 Satanta, KS 67870-0506 p: 620-544-6340
SCOTT RECREATION COMMISSION Jordan Carter 823 S Main St Scott City, KS 67871-1522 p: 620-872-2372
Merriam Public Works Department Chris Engel 6901 Knox Merriam, KS 66203-0627 p: 913-322-5500
MISSION PARKS AND RECREATION Christy Humerickhouse 6200 Martway Mission, KS 66202-3359 p: 913-722-8200
Mulvane Parks Department Kendra Walls 211 N 2nd Ave Mulvane, KS 67110-1595 p: 316-777-9533
MULVANE RECREATION COMMISSION Ticia Herd 632 E Mulvane St Mulvane, KS 67110-1627 p: 316-777-0858
Ness City Recreation Commission Stephanie Rebel 400 E Locust Ness City, KS 67560-1736 p: 785-798-2453
Newton Parks Department Burke Lewis PO Box 426 Newton, KS 67114-0426 p: 316-284-6083
NEWTON RECREATION COMMISSION Brian Bascue 415 N Poplar Newton, KS 67114-2124 p: 316-283-7330
OLATHE PARKS AND RECREATION Michael Meadors PO Box 768 Olathe, KS 66051-0768 p: 913-971-8628
OSAGE CITY PARKS AND RECREATION Corey Linton PO Box 250 Osage City, KS 66523-0250 p: 785-528-4610
OSAWATOMIE USD 367 SPORT AND FITNESS ZONE Darren Soucie 300 11th St Osawatomie, KS 66064 p: 913-755-3622
OTTAWA RECREATION COMMISSION Tommy Sink 705 West 15th St Ottawa, KS 66067-3807 p: 785-242-1939
CITY OF SENECA David Hutfles PO Box 40 Seneca, KS 66538-0040 p: 785-336-2747
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation John Knight 3137 SE 29th St Topeka, KS 66605-1815 p: 785-251-2600
SHAWNEE PARKS AND RECREATION Neil Holman 11110 Johnson Dr Shawnee, KS 66203-2750 p: 913-631-5200
SPRING HILL RECREATION COMMISSION Jason Goin PO Box 26 Spring Hill, KS 66083-0026 p: 913-592-2214
St. John Recreation Commission Nick Garcia 215 E 3rd St John, KS 67576-1911 p: 620-549-6549
Stafford Recreation Commission Jan VanDam PO Box 56 Stafford, KS 67578-0056 p: 620-234-6981
STANTON COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION Colleen Gleue PO Box 475 Johnson City, KS 67855-0475 p: 620-492-2101
Stockton Recreation Commission Bridget Starbuck PO Box 53 Stockton, KS 67669 p: 785-425-7016
SUBLETTE RECREATION COMMISSION Shandi Lopez PO Box 914 Sublette, KS 67877-0914 p: 620-675-8211
TONGANOXIE RECREATION COMMISSION Gayle Parker PO Box 479 Tonganoxie, KS 66086-0479 p: 913-845-3502
Trego Recreation Commission Jim Briel PO Box 476 Wakeeney ,KS 67672-0476 p: 785-743-2595
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TURNER RECREATION COMMISSION Camellia White 831 S 55th ST Kansas City, KS 66106-1307 p: 913-287-2111
Valley Center Parks and Public Grounds Neal Owings PO Box 188 Valley Center, KS 67147-2245 p: 316-755-7320
Valley Center Recreation Commission Steve Geddes PO Box 414 Valley Center, KS 67147-0414 p: 316-755-7345
WAMEGO RECREATION DEPARTMENT Kristin Jones PO Box 86 Wamego, KS 66547-0086 p: 785-456-8810
Wellington Parks Department Roy Kabureck 317 S Washington Wellington, KS 67152-3086 p: 620-326-5041
WELLINGTON RECREATION COMMISSION Cody White PO Box 57 Wellington, KS 67152-0057 p: 620-326-3323
WELLSVILLE JOINT RECREATION COMMISSION Ryan Dalton PO Box 386 Wellsville, KS 66092-0386 p: 785-883-4532
WICHITA PARKS AND RECREATION Troy Houtman 455 N Main St 11th Fl Wichita, KS 67202-1600 p: 316-268-4398
Winfield Parks and Public Land Department Mark Olney PO Box 646 Winfield, KS 67156-0646 p: 620-221-5637
WINFIELD RECREATION COMMISSION Scott Schoon 624 College St Winfield, KS 67156-3100 p: 620-221-5637
WYCO/KCK UG Parks and Recreation Jeremy Rogers 5033 State Ave Kansas City, KS 66102-3491 p: 913-573-8300
Hannah Auman Linwood p: 913-660-6640 hannah.auman@gmail.com
Kathleen Avitt Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 kathleen@derbyrec.com
Kari Baesel Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826.3032 kari.baesel@jocogov.org
Brian Bailey City of Kalamazoo Parks and Recreation p: 785-220-2482 bbaile _ 2003@hotmail.com
Jason Baird Herington Recreation Commission p: 785-258-3577 jbaird@ikansas.com
Dave Baker Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 bakerd@cityofmhk.com
Nancy Baker Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department p: 913-758-6629 nbaker@firstcity.org
Joe Bannon Sagamore Publishing p: 800-327-5557 jjbannon@sagamorepub.com
Brian Bascue Newton Recreation Commission p: 316-283-7330 bbascue@newtonrec.org
Jason Bauer Iola Recreation Department p: 620-365-4990 jason.bauer@cityofiola.com
Trina Bauer Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 trina@derbyrec.com
Steven Baysinger Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6000 sbaysinger@bluevalleyrec.org
John Bell Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2991 john.bell@snco.us
Kristy Bellinger Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-330-7361 kbellinger@lawrenceks.org
Jeff Bender Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-273-6740 jeff.bender@ksoutdoors.com
MEMBERSDamon Adkins City of Emporia Park Department p: 620-341-4377 dadkins@emporia-kansas.gov
Todd Akers Newton Park Department p: 316-284-6083
Anna Albright Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6081 aalbright@bluevalleyrec.org
Michelle Alexander Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3160 michelle.alexander@jocogov.org
David Allacher Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-286-0676 david.allacher@snco.us
Nathan Alt Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-438-7275 nathan.alt@jocogov.org
Brett Anderson Caney Valley Recreation Commission p: 620-306-6034 brdaanderson@yahoo.com
Brian Anderson Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9110 briana@leawood.org
Krista Anderson Grant County Recreation p: 620-424-3300 fitness@pld.com
Don Argo City of El Dorado Recreation p: 316-322-7400 dargo@eldoks.com
Robert Arneson Haysville Recreation Department p: 316-529-5922 rarneson@haysville-ks.com
Bob Ash Salina Parks and Recreation p: 785-826-7275 bob.ash@salina.org
Nichole Asquith Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8643 nmasquith@olatheks.org
Catherine August Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6018 caugust@bluevalleyrec.org
Jennifer Bennett Emporia Recreation Commission p: 620-340-6300 jbennett@emporiarec.org
Lee Beran Retired Professional p: 620-342-1793
Kaylie Bergkamp Garden Plain p: 316-644-3750 kaylieclark08@gmail.com
Terry Bertels Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2659 terry.bertels@snco.us
Jill Biondi Turner Recreation Commission p: 913-287-2111 alvaradoji@turnerusd202.org
Alex Birney Ellinwood Recreation Commission p: 620-566-7323 ellinwoodrec@gmail.com
April Bishop Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9154 aprilb@leawood.org
Roger Bixenman Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 roger@haysrec.org
Mike Blanke Russell Recreation Commission p: 785-483-6966 director@russellrec.com
Tyler Bletscher Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-236-9457 tyler.bletscher@ksoutdoors.com
Kelsey Blue Haysville Recreation Department p: 316-529-5922 kblue@haysville-ks.com
Steve Blue Salina Parks and Recreation p: 785-826-7275 steve.blue@salina.org
Toby Book Pittsburg Parks and Recreation p: 620-230-4550 tobias.book@pittks.org
Kevin Boyce City of Burlington Parks Department p: 620-364-3071 kboyce@burlingtonkansas.gov
Jeff Boyle City of Hays Parks Department p: 785-628-7375 jboyle@haysusa.com
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Lisa Boyles Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-753-4971 lisa.boyles@ksoutdoors.com
Kristi Rene Breese Grant County Recreation Commission p: 620-356-4233 gcrcntr@pld.com
Todd Brennon Pittsburg p: 620-249-0776 tbrennon@gus.pittstate.edu
Jim Briel Trego Recreation Commission p: 785-743-2595 208rec@ruraltel.net
Darla Brown Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-246-3449 darla.brown@ksoutdoors.com
Troy Brown Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-628-8614 troy.brown@ksoutdoors.com
Jason Bruce Gardner Parks and Recreation p: 913-856-0936 jbruce@gardnerkansas.gov
Mark Brull Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8606 mjbrull@olatheks.org
Mike Buchanan Retired Professional mikebuchanan1960@gmail.com
Angela Buckner Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-518-2874 abuckner@wichita.gov
Ashlee Bullard Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7133 abullard@lenexa.com
Phil Bures City of Garnett p: 785-448-5496 philip@garnettks.net
Wayne Burns McPherson Public Lands and Facilities Department p: 620-245-2565 wayneb@mcpcity.com
Lynn Burris Retired Professional p: 785-478-4740
Michael Burton Overland Park Park Services p: 913-327-6638 mike.burton@opkansas.org
James Chladek Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6000 jchladek@bluevalleyrec.org
Chris Claxton Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9151 chrisc@leawood.org
Brad Clay Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8563 bclay@olatheks.org
DeeAnna Claytor Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 deeanna@derbyrec.com
Randi Clifford Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 clifford@cityofmhk.com
Bill Cobb Retired Professional p: 913-851-8487
Eddie Coffey Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-782-7625 eddie.coffey@jocogov.org
Hondo Collins Newton Park Department p: 316-284-6083
Matthew Colvin Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-539-7941 matt.colvin@ksoutdoors.com
Justin Combs Hutchinson Park Department p: 620-694-1912 justin.combs@hutchgov.com
Amy Conkling Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6179 aconkling@hutchrec.com
Drew Conwell Bel Aire Recreation p: 316-744-2700 dconwell@belaireks.gov
Kelly Cook Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 cook@cityofmhk.com
Kevin Corbett Retired Professional p: 913-207-3547 kevincorbett4@yahoo.com
Jaclyn Buser Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6012 jbuser@bluevalleyrec.org
H Richard Bush Retired Professional p: 785-273-5694 hrichard.bush4@gmail.com
Cindy Campbell Turner Aquatics Center p: 913-626-0102 cjcswim@everestkc.net
Michelle Campbell Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-246-3449 michelle.campbell@ksoutdoors.com
Seth Carey Andover Parks and Recreation p: 316-733-1590 scarey@andoverks.com
Jeff Carlson Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7142 jcarlson@lenexa.com
Manuel Carmona Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826 2854 manuel.carmona@jocogov.org
Steve Carrithers Grant County Recreation Commission p: 620-356-4233 sports@pld.com
Georgie Carter Haysville Recreation Department p: 316-529-5922 gcarter@haysville-ks.com
Jordan Carter Scott Recreation Commission p: 620-872-2372 scottrec@wbsnet.org
Randy Carter Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6179 rcarter@hutchrec.com
Daniel Cecil Dodge City Parks and Recreation p: 620-255-4003 danielc@dodgecity.org
Stephanie Chase Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-2900 stephanie.chase@jocogov.org
Becky Childers Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7946 bchilders@lawrenceks.org
Frank Cortez Haysville Recreation Department p: 316-529-5922 fcortez@haysville-ks.com
Tony Cosby Overland Park Park Services p: 913-895-6351 tony.cosby@opkansas.org
Laura Covert Pittsburg State University p: 620-235-4670 lcovert@pittstate.edu
Linda Craghead Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-296-2281 linda.craghead@ksoutdoors.com
Ted Craig Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-528-4102 ted.craig@ksoutdoors.com
Cindy Crandall Deerfield Recreation Commission p: 620-426-6373 drec@pld.com
Gary Crissman Parsons Recreation Commission p: 620-421-7077 prcdirector@hotmail.com
Andrea Crittendon Leavenworth p: 816-838-8285 crittendonandrea@hotmail.com
Jeff Crouse Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-742-6441 jcrouse@ci.shawnee.ks.us
Ryan Crowley Spring Hill Recreation Commission p: 913-592-2214 ryanc@springhillrec.org
Jason Crum Lansing Parks and Recreation p: 913-727-2960 jcrum@lansing.ks.us
Dan Cullinan Jewish Community Campus p: 913-327-8201 danc@jewishkc.org
Rick Cunningham Emporia Recreation Commission p: 620-340-6300 rcunningham@emporiarec.org
Kim Curran Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9159 kimc@leawood.org
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KRPA MEMBER DIRECTORY PARKS & RECREATION MEMBERS AND AGENCIES
Chris Curtis Occupational Performance Corporation p: 785-201-1843 a22cricket22@gmail.com
Ryan Dalton Wellsville Joint Recreation Commission p: 785-883-4532 ryan.wjrc@gmail.com
Mandy Danler Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7100 mdanler@lenexa.com
Anna Davidson Arkansas City Recreation Commission p: 620-441-2018 ajdavidson@arkcityrec.org
Brandon Davidson Kingman-Norwich Recreation Commission p: 620-532-2761 kingmanrec@gmail.com
Debbi Davidson Arkansas City Recreation Commission p: 620-441-2018 recpools@arkcity.org
Michael Day Derby Parks Department p: 316-788-9776 michaelday@derbyweb.com
Annette Deghand Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7920 adeghand@lawrenceks.org
Kenneth “Ramie” DeGraeve Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-742-6440 rdegraeve@cityofshawnee.org
Nicole DeHaven Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3160 nicole.dehaven@jocogov.org
Fred DeVictor Retired Professional p: 785-842-8216
Terry DeWeese Retired Professional p: 785-494-2763
Michael Dizney Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 816-258-4550 michael.dizney@jocogov.org
James Dobbs Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation p: 913-238-2508 jdobbs@bonnersprings.org
Jennifer Doty Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7132 jdoty@lenexa.com
Monte Fiegel Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-583-9985 monte.fiegel@jocogov.org
Dan Field Johnson County Park Police p: 913-826-3463 dan.field@jocogov.org
Mike Fields Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8644 mkfields@olatheks.org
Tony Finlay Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6179 tfinlay@hutchrec.com
Garet Fitzpatrick Great Bend Recreation Commission p: 620-793-3755 gfitzpatrick@gbrc.kscoxmail.com
Dave Fly Fort Scott Recreation Commission p: 620-223-0386 poppadfly@msn.com
Kathy Fode Retired Professional p: 785-842-6674 fodekathy@gmail.com
Jane Foltz Abilene Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-263-7266 aprd@abilenecityhall.com
Beau Ford City of Spring Hill Parks p: 913-592-3781 beau.ford@springhillks.gov
Tanner Ford Wellington Recreation Commission p: 620-326-3323 tford@usd353.com
Robert Fossum Colby Recreation Department p: 785-460-4440 colbyrecreation@gmail.com
Susan Fowler Hentzler Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2681 susan.hentzler@snco.us
Candi Fox Winfield Recreation Commission p: 620-221-2160 candifox@winfieldrec.com
Steve Friend Baldwin City Recreation Commission p: 785-594-3670 steve@baldwinrec.org
Toyla Frondorf Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6179 toyla@hutchrec.com
Missy Droegemeier Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 missy@haysrec.org
Dennis Drown Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2789 drown@cityofmhk.com
Chris Drum Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 chris@derbyrec.com
Alison Dudley Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7940 adudley@lawrenceks.org
Chuck Dvorak Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-441-8669 chuck.dvorak@jocogov.org
Eddie Eastes Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 eastes@cityofmhk.com
Larry Eberle Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-726-3212 larry.eberle@ksoutdoors.com
Brad Eccles Tonganoxie Recreation Commission p: 913-845-3502 brad-trc@sunflower.com
Edward Eichenberger Pittsburg Parks and Recreation p: 620-215-3665 edtheref1@yahoo.com
Kate Elliott Lindsborg Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-227-3333 katee@lindsborgcity.org
Jo Ellis Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-330-7358 jellis@lawrenceks.org
Chris Engel City of Merriam p: 913-322-5500 cengel@merriam.org
Ted Ensley Retired Professional p: 785-478-2030
Scott Erickson Atchison Recreation Commission p: 913-426-2509 scottatchisonrec@hotmail.com
Angelo Fears Pittsburg Parks and Recreation p: 620-231-8310 angelo.fears@pittks.org
Kim Galbraith KRPA Citizen Board Chair kim.galbraith81@yahoo.com
Scott Gamerl Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9154 scottg@leawood.org
Audrey Gann Newton Recreation Commission p: 316-283-7330 agann@newtonrec.org
Dane Ganoung Plainville Recreation Commission p: 785-737-6220 plainvillerecreation@gmail.com
Chris Gansel Graham County Recreation Commission p: 785-216-0867 gcrc.hc@gmail.com
Levi Gantenbein Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-546-2343 levi.gantenbein@ksoutdoors.com
Nick Garcia St John Recreation Commission p: 620-549-6549 reccom@embarqmail.com
Jay Garvin De Soto Parks and Recreation p: 913-586-5280 jgarvin@desotoks.us
Bill Gaskill Salina Parks and Recreation p: 785-826-7335 bill.gaskill@salina.org
Steve Geddes Valley Center Recreation Commission p: 316-755-7345 reccenter@vcrc.kscoxmail.com
Jill Geller Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3404 jill.geller@jocogov.org
Tom Gennette City of Concordia Recreation p: 785-243-2670 tgennette@concordiaks.org
Donna Gerstner Retired Professional p: 620-275-9673 gcbooboo@cox.net
John Giambalvo Lenexa Parks and Recreation Department p: 913-927-2694 jgiambalvo@lenexa.com
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Jimmy Gibbs Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785- 832-3450 jgibbs@lawrenceks.org
Matt Gillespie Johnson County Park Police p: 913-438-8074 matthew.gillespie@jocogov.org
Whitney Gillman Baldwin City Recreation Commission p: 785-594-3670 whitney@baldwinrec.org
Colleen Gleue Stanton County Recreation Commission p: 620-492-2101 screc@pld.com
Dave Goble Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-362-3671 dave.goble@ksoutdoors.com
Jason Goin Spring Hill Recreation Commission p: 913-592-2214 jasong@springhillrec.org
Marcine A Goodrum Wellington Recreation Commission p: 620-326-3323 mgoodrum@usd353.com
Michael Goodwin Kansas Trails Council p: 785-221-1794 goodwinmw@cox.net
Alex Goossen Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-873-2701 alex.goossen@ksoutdoors.com
Jaime Grant Coffeyville Recreation Commission p: 620-251-5910 crcprojects@sbcglobal.net
Steve Grant Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department p: 913-651-2203 sgrant@firstcity.org
Joshua Gray Junction City Parks and Recreation p: 785-238-1678 grayjosh@yahoo.com
Sandra Greason Jewish Community Center of GKC p: 913-327-8042 sandragr@thejkc.org
Rowan Green Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7971 rgreen@lawrenceks.org
Edeka Hauser Grant County Recreation Commission p: 620-356-4233 ehauser@pld.com
Susan Hayden Retired Professional susanthayden@gmail.com
Brian Hayes Bel Aire Recreation p: 316-744-2700 reccenter@belaireks.gov
Ralph Hays Retired Professional p: 913-449-4457
Mark Hecker Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-3454 mhecker@lawrenceks.org
Paul Hecker Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-9717 phecker@olatheks.org
Josh Hefley Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6030 jhefley@bluevalleyrec.org
Kelby Hellwig Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-948-3944 kelby.hellwig@jocogov.org
Diann Henderson Great Bend Recreation Commission p: 620-793-3755 trizketmom@gmail.com
Pat Hennessey Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-423-0995 phennessey@lawrenceks.org
Ticia Herd Mulvane Recreation Commission p: 316-777-0858 thuman@mulvanerec.kscoxmail.com
Steve Herrig Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6047 sherrig@bluevalleyrec.org
Tim Hicks Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-529-2677 tim@derbyrec.com
T. Douglas Hite Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-2908 doug.hite@jocogov.org
Marisa Holloway Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8608 mmholloway@olatheks.org
Donita Grinde-Houtman Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 donita@derbyrec.com
Trishelle Griswold Spring Hill Recreation Commission p: 913-592-2214 trishelleg@springhillrec.org
Mitch Gross Sunflower State Games p: 785-235-2295 mgross@sunflowergames.com
Amanda Gutierrez Emporia Recreation Commission p: 620-340-6300 agutierrez@emporiarec.org
Jessie Habiger Claflin Recreation Commission p: 620-588-4321 claflinrec@gmail.com
Todd Hackleman Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 todd@derbyrec.com
Ryan Hafen Sublette Recreation Commission p: 620-271-3967 srchafen@gmail.com
Terri Hahn Garden City Recreation Commission p: 620-276-1200 terri.hahn@gardencityks.us
Gary Haller Retired Professional
Megan Hammeke Great Bend Recreation Commission p: 620-793-3755 mhammeke@gbrc.kscoxmail.com
Sid Hanson Overland Park, Recreation Services p: 913-895-6392 sid.hanson@opkansas.org
Jean Harder Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3466 jean.harder@jocogov.org
Steve Hardesty Salina Parks and Recreation p: 785-309-5765 steve.hardesty@salina.org
Dawn Harmon Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6006 dharmon@bluevalleyrec.org
Lindsay Hart Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7130 lhart@lenexa.com
Neil Holman Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-631-5200 nholman@cityofshawnee.org
Adraina Holopirek Gardner Parks and Recreation p: 913-856-0936 aholopirek@gardnerkansas.gov
James Hook Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6000 jhook@bluevalleyrec.org
Kyle Hoover Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-238-3014 kyle.hoover@ksoutdoors.com
Darren Hornback Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 darren@derbyrec.com
Troy Houtman Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-268-4398 thoutman@wichita.gov
Jerry Hover Retired Professional p: 575-756-9151 jerryhover@hotmail.com
Christy Humerickhouse Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-722-8200 chumerickhouse@missionks.org
Danny Huntsinger Lenexa Parks and Recreation Department p: 913-477-7149 dhuntsinger@lenexa.com
Justin Huslig De Soto Parks and Recreation p: 913-586-5281 jhuslig@desotoks.us
David Hutfles City of Seneca p: 785-336-2747 hutflesd@gmail.com
Lee Ice Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-330-7355 ice@lawrenceks.org
Eric Jantz Holcomb Recreation Commission p: 620-277-2152 hrcdirector@wbsnet.org
Phil Jeannin Tonganoxie Recreation Commission p: 913-845-3502
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KRPA MEMBER DIRECTORY PARKS & RECREATION MEMBERS LISTINGS
Scot Jeffers Burlington Recreation Commission p: 620-364-8484 scot@burlingtonrec.com
Robin Jennison Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-296-2281
Janice Jewett Pittsburg State University p: 620-249-3352 jjewett@pittstate.edu
Clinton Johnson Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-425-6775 clinton.johnson@ksoutdoors.com
Jeff Johnson Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6179 jjohnson@hutchrec.com
Don Jolley Retired Professional p: 620-382-3644
Corey Jones Abilene Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-263-7266 parkshop@abilenecityhall.com
Jason Jones Hesston Wellness Center p: 620-327-2323 jasonj@svilla.org
Kimberly Jones Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-637-2213 Kimberly.jones@ksoutdoors.com
Kristin Jones Wamego Recreation Department p: 785-456-8810 recreation@wamego.org
Morris Jones KCMO Parks and Recreation p: 660-747-7178 morrisjones@outlook.com
Sarah Jones Erie Recreation Commission p: 620-244-3461 sarahjojones@gmail.com
Brent Julian Independence Recreation Commission p: 620-331-0260 brentjulian5@yahoo.com
Bill Katzenberger Retired Professional p: 913-662-7241 wpkatz15@aol.com
Kate Kinkaid Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-742-6403 kkinkaid@cityofshawnee.org
Chris Kinman Hoisington Recreation Commission p: 620-653-4050 ckinman@usd431.net
Lisa Klaassen Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-337-9191 lklaassen@wichita.gov
Jack Kline Retired Professional p: 913-376-3125 jnrc00@fairpoint.net
Konstance Knabe Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8601 kknabe@olatheks.org
Rob Knaussman Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3023 rob.knaussman@jocogov.org
John Knight Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2600 john.knight@snco.us
Randy Knight Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3442 randy.knight@jocogov.org
Brad Kohlman Hesston Recreation Commission p: 620-327-7128 brad.kohlman@usd460.org
Shayn Koppes Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 316-350-6240 shayn.koppes@ksoutdoors.com
Kristen Koster Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 kristen@haysrec.org
Jordan Kottas Lyons Recreation Commission p: 620-257-5412 jordan _ kottas@yahoo.com
Jackie Krehbiel Newton Park Department p: 316-284-6083 jkrehbiel@newtonkansas.com
Joe Krisik Arkansas City Recreation Commission p: 620-441-4301 jkrisik@arkcityrec.org
Paul Krueger Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8626 pkrueger@olatheks.org
Molly Keehn Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6000 mkeehn@bluevalleyrec.org
Scott Keeler City of Great Bend p: 620-793-4160 skeeler@greatbendks.net
Sean Keenan Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-631-5200 skeenan@cityofshawnee.org
James Kegin Eudora Parks and Recreation p: 785-542-1725 jkegin@cityofeudoraks.gov
Les Keller Retired Professional p: 620-665-6256
Paul Keller Retired Professional p: 620-792-6090
Kyliah Kellerman Lyons Recreation Commission p: 620-257-5412
Andrea Kelly Chanute Recreation Commission p: 620-431-4199 akelly.chanuterec@gmail.com
Jamie Kempfe Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-2853 jamie.kempfe@jocogov.org
Caite Kendrick Fort Riley DFMWR- Warrior Zone p: 785-239-8990 caitlin.a.kendrick@us.army.mil
John Kennedy Banner Creek Reservior p: 785-364-4236 jkennedybcr@yahoo.com
Tim Kerbs Salina Parks and Recreation p: 785-309-5765 tim.kerbs@salina.org
Berkley Kerr Iola Parks and Cemetery Department p: 620-365-4930 berkley.kerr@cityofiola.com
Zach Kesler Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-425-6775 zachary.kesler@ksoutdoors.com
Jay King Baldwin City Recreation Commission p: 785-594-3670 jking1815@gmail.com
Shelley Kuehler Satanta Recreation Commission p: 620-544-6340 skuehler@pld.com
Toby Kuhn Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-877-2953 toby.kuhn@ksoutdoors.com
Grant Lacy Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 grant@haysrec.org
Matthew Lamb Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-844-2359
Aleks Lange Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8843 alange@olatheks.org
Linda Lanterman Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-672-5911 linda.lanterman@ksoutdoors.com
Ryan Latta Iola Recreation Department p: 620-365-4990 ryan.latta@cityofiola.com
Tim Laurent Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-3452 tlaurent@lawrenceks.org
Christine Lay Coffeyville Recreation Commission p: 620-251-5910 crcoffice@sbcglobal.net
Edward Lazear Junction City Parks and Recreation p: 785-238-3103 ed.lazear@jcks.com
Tonya Lecuru Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-742-6402 tlecuru@cityofshawnee.org
Jill Leiker Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826.2951 jill.leiker@jocogov.org
Angelia Lentz Fort Riley MWR Outdoor Recreation p: 785-410-1862 lentz@twinvalley.net
Nick Leon Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6179 nleon@hutchrec.com
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Darla Letts Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6080 dletts@bluevalleyrec.org
Burke Lewis Newton Park Department p: 316-284-6083 blewis@newtonkansas.com
Paul Lewis Dodge City Parks and Recreation p: 620-225-8100 paull@dodgecity.org
Tamara “Tami” Lickteig Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-642-6410 tamara.lickteig@jocogov.org
Andy Liebelt Garden City Parks Department p: 620-271-1574 andy.liebelt@gardencityks.us
Larry Lindsay Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6030 llindsay@bluevalleyrec.org
Corey Linton Osage City Parks and Recreation p: 785-528-4610 Rec@osagecity.com
Patsy Lisenby Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-872-2061 patsy.lisenby@ksoutdoors.com
Kathy Lockard Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-722-8206 lockard@missionks.org
Joe Loflin Derby Parks Department p: 316-788-0301 joeloflin@derbyweb.com
Clint Longacre Emporia State University p: 620-341-5935
Shandi Lopez Sublette Recreation Commission p: 620-675-8211 subletterec@hotmail.com
Thane Loring Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-753-4971 thane.loring@ksoutdoors.com
Todd Lovin Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-539-7941 todd.lovin@ksoutdoors.com
Stephen Mason Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7950 smason@lawrenceks.org
Nathan Matney Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-2953 nathan.matney@jocogov.org
Jeff Mayer Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 mayer@cityofmhk.com
Olivia Mayer Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2625 olivia.mayer@snco.us
Johnny Mays Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7161 jmays@lenexa.com
Matt McClure Gardner Parks and Recreation p: 913-856-0936 mmcclure@gardnerkansas.gov
Warren McCoskey Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-350-3171 wmccoskey@wichita.gov
Debra McCullough Baldwin City Recreation Commission p: 785-594-3670 debra@baldwinrec.org
Adam McElhattan Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-2855 adam.mcelhattan@jocogov.org
David McEntire Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2680 dave.mcentire@snco.us
Tom McEvoy Emporia Recreation Commission p: 620-340-6300 tom _ mcevoy@mac.com
Bobby McFarland Turner Recreation Commission : 913-287-2111 mcfarlandb@turnerusd202.org
Meghan McFee Garden City Recreation Commission p: 620-277-7894 meghan.mcfee@gardencityks.us
Bill McGowan Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-2802 bill.mcgowan@jocogov.org
Gary Lucas Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 913-783-4507 gary.lucas@ksoutdoors.com
Natalie Lucas Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-722-8215 nlucas@missionks.org
Randy Luebbe Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2600 randy.luebbe@snco.us
Greg Lund Riley County Park Department p: 785-539-2981 glund@rileycountyks.gov
Bill Maasen Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3437 bill.maasen@jocogov.org
Lori Madaus Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7946 Lmadaus@lawrenceks.org
Dan Mahanke Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9154 DanM@Leawood.org
Josh Maike Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7920 jmaike@lawrenceks.org
Anthony Marshall Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-722-8253 amarshall@missionks.org
Joe Martin Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 joe@derbyrec.com
Mike Martin City of Edwardsville Parks and Recreation p: 816-260-0016 mmartin@edwardsvilleks.org
Rick Martin Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-546-2565 rick.martin@ksoutdoors.com
Matthew Martinez Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-268-4259 mamartinez@wichita.gov
Lynn Maska Assistant Professor at FHSU p: 785-639-6983 lmaska@fhsu.edu
David McGuire Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-268-4361 x 4620 dmcguire@wichita.gov
Ryan McKee Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-556-7980 mckee@cityofmhk.com
Dr. William McKinney Univ of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign p: 217-333-4410 wmmck@illinois.edu
Amber McLaughlin Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-726-3212 amber.mclaughlin@ksoutdoors.com
Mike McLaughlin Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2680 mike.mclaughlin@snco.us
Michael Meadors Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8628 mdmeadors@olatheks.org
Tegan Meadors City of Edgerton p: 913-893-6231 tmeadors@edgertonks.org
Robert Mendoza Derby Parks Department p: 316-788-0301 robertmendoza@derbyweb.com
Ryan Metcalf Pittsburg State University p: 620-224-7839 ryanadammetcalf@hotmail.com
Rachel Meyer Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2685 rachel.meyer@snco.us
Tammy Michael Baldwin City Recreation Commission p: 785-594-3670 tammy@baldwinrec.org
Heather Mihm HorseThief Reservoir p: 620-253-8464 htr _ mihm@yahoo.com
Joann Miller Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6017 jmiller@bluevalleyrec.org
Lynn Miller Beloit Recreation Department p: 785-738-2270 millerparks@nckcn.com
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Matt Miller Lakin Recreation Commission p: 620-355-7039 mmiller@pld.com
Jared Mocaby Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-753-4971 jared.mocaby@ksoutdoors.com
Mike Mohler Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2780 mohler@cityofmhk.com
Jake Moore Ottawa Recreation Commission p: 785-242-1939 jake _ moore20@yahoo.com
Janet Moore Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-22-8221 jmoore@missionks.org
Troy Moree Rose Hill Recreation Commission p: 316-776-9880 troy@rosehillrec.kscoxmail.com
Cinda Morehead Greensburg Recreation Commission p: 620-723-1110 gburgrec@gmail.com
Craig Morrison, Sr. Hutchinson Park Department p: 620-694-2665 craigm@hutchgov.com
Gwyn Muto McPherson Recreation Commission p: 620-241-0363 gwynmuto@ymca-mrc.org
Brad Naccarato Maize Recreation Commission p: 316-729-7818 bradn@maizerec.com
Marlene Natoli Retired Professional p: 913-764-1336 marnatoli@att.net
Clay Neal Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-368-3787 clay.neal@snco.us
Susanne Neely Lenexa Parks and Recreation Department p: 913-477-7131 sneely@lenexa.com
Travis Neidig Garden City Recreation Commission p: 620-276-1200 travis.neidig@gardencityks.us
Philip Martin Nohe Springsted Inc., Advisors to the Public Sector mnohe@springsted.com
Hedy Noveroske Fort Riley MWR - Eyster Pool p: 785-239-9441 hedy.d.noveroske.civ@mail.mil
Angel Obert Turner Recreation Commission p: 913-287-2111 oberta@turnerusd202.org
Rachel O’Brien Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3163 rachel.obrien@jocogov.org
Greg Olmer Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-268-4130 golmer@wichita.gov
Mark Olney Winfield Parks Department p: 620-221-5637 molney@winfieldks.org
John Oppliger Pittsburg State University p: 620-235-4665 jopplige@pittstate.edu
Shawn Osborne Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2600 shawn.osborne@snco.us
Neal Owings Valley Center Parks and Public Grounds p: 316-755-7320 parks@valleycenterks.org
Lauren Ozburn Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7100 lozburn@lenexa.com
Ginny Pape Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 pape@cityofmhk.com
Matt Parenti Ottawa Recreation Commission p: 785-242-1939 parenti _ matt@yahoo.com
Gayle Parker Tonganoxie Recreation Commission p: 913-845-3502 gayle-trc@sunflower.com
Darcie Parkhurst Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 darcie@derbyrec.com
Chris Nelson Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 nelson@cityofmhk.com
Ted Nelson Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6170 tnelson@hutchrec.com
Liz Newman Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-9720 lnewman@olatheks.org
Todd Newman City of Chanute Parks Department p: 620-212-8776 tnewman@chanute.org
Cheryl Newton Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2967 cheryl.newton@snco.us
Scott Nichols Grant County Recreation Commission p: 620-356-4233 gcrcdir@pld.com
Tony Nichols Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9154 tonyn@leawood.org
Jaima Nicholson Mulvane Recreation Commission p: 316-777-0858 jmcguire@mulvanerec.kscoxmail.com
Richard Nienstedt Ottawa Recreation Commission p: 785-229-3600 rnienstedt@ottawaks.gov
Brian Nilges Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8613 bnilges@olatheks.org
Haley Nixon Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 haley@haysrec.org
Jennifer Nixon Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 jennifer@derbyrec.com
Jennea Noel Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-303-8036 jnoel@wichita.gov
Nathan Nogelmeier Fairway Parks and Recreation p: 913-262-0350 nnogelmeier@fairwaykansas.org
Bettie Partington Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7134 bpartington@lenexa.com
Bart Peace Newton Recreation Commission p: 316-283-7330 bpeace@newtonrec.org
Darin Pearson Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7959 dpearson@lawrenceks.org
Brent Peintner Cheney Recreation Commission p: 316-542-0010 brent@cheneyrecreation.com
Todd Pernsteiner Pernsteiner Creative Group p: 952-841-1111 info@pernsteiner.com
Anthony Perry Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-969-0300 ant.perry10@gmail.com
Duane Peterson Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7949 dpeterson@lawrenceks.org
Shelby Peterson Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8676 sapeterson@olatheks.org
Anne Phillips WYCO/KCK UG Parks and Recreation p: 913-573-8331 aphillips@wycokck.org
Bruce Pinkall Pratt Parks and Recreation p: 620-672-3261 prattrec@prattrecreation.com
Carol Poe Kingman-Norwich Recreation Commission p: 620-478-2580 rec@knrc.kscoxmail.com
Rhonda Pollard Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3020 rhonda.pollard@jocogov.org
Michael Pope M S Pope & Associates Consulting p: 620-789-4541
AJ Preisner Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 ajpreisner@haysrec.org
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Kathy Pritchett Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-672-5911 kathy.pritchett@ksoutdoors.com
Lauren Przymus McPherson Park Department p: 620-245-2400 laurenh@mcpcity.com
Daniel Pyle Ellis Recreation Commission p: 785-726-3718 ellisrec@gbta.net
Dave Quillin Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 dave@haysrec.org
David Rains Coffeyville Recreation Commission p: 620-251-5910 crcdirec@sbcglobal.net
Nicholas Rebant Atchison Recreation Commission p: 913-367-3352 nicrebant54@hotmail.com
Stephanie Rebel Ness City Recreation Commission p: 785-798-2453 nessrec@gbta.net
Michael Reichle City of Holton p: 785-364-9000 mreichle@holtonkansas.org
Chuck Reinert Garden City Recreation Commission p: 620-276-1200 chuck.reinert@gardencityks.us
Tony Reitz Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-273-6740 anthony.reitz@ksoutdoors.com
Charlie Rensing Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7136 crensing@lenexa.com
Kent Rettig Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8563 krettig@olatheks.org
Doug Reynolds Retired Professional p: 785-267-2429
Joel Reynoldson Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-631-5208 joel.reynoldson@jocogov.org
Jeremiah Salazar Overland Park, Recreation Services p: 913-895-6359 jeremiah.salazar@opkansas.org
Robert Sanchez Gardner Parks and Recreation p: 913-856-0936 rsanchez@gardnerkansas.gov
Libby Scarborough Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3160 libby.scarborough@jocogov.org
Barbara Schaible Retired Professional p: 785-832-8280
Lisa Scharnak Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-3160 lisa.scharnak@jocogov.org
Angie Schechinger Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685.6024 aschechinger@bluevalleyrec.org
Travis Scheele Salina Parks and Recreation p: 785-309-5765 travis.scheele@salina.org
Scott Scherberger Fort Riley MWR p: 785-239-2162 scott.d.scherberger.naf@mail.mil
Joan Scherman Retired Professional scherman.joan@cox.net
Andrea Schibi Parsons Recreation Commission p: 620-421-7077 azschibi@gmail.com
Scott Schoon Winfield Recreation Commission p: 620-221-2160 sschoon@winfieldrec.com
Ross Schraeder Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7950 rschraeder@lawrenceks.org
Dale Schwieger Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-528-4102 dale.schwieger@ksoutdoors.com
Gary Scott Eudora Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-542-3434 gscott@cityofeudoraks.gov
Adam Richter Hutchinson Recreation Commission p: 620-663-6179 arichter@hutchrec.com
Cherie Riffey Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-672-0745 cherie.riffey@ksoutdoors.com
Debbie Rinzler Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-828-4933 debbie.rinzler@ksoutdoors.com
Gary Ristow Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-471-7100 gristow@lenexa.com
Erin Ritter Fort Riley MWR p: 785-239-5041 erin.d.ritter2.naf@mail.mil
Kyle Roberts McPherson Recreation Commission p: 620-241-0363 kyleroberts@ymca-mrc.org
Tom Robertson Fort Scott Recreation Commission p: 620-223-0386 fsrc@pbxmail.com
Jeremy Rogers Unified Government of Wyandotte County/ Kansas City p: 913-573-8304 jrogers@wycokck.org
Dustin Rojas McPherson Recreation Commission p: 620-241-0363 dustinrojas@ymca-mrc.org
Heidi Ross Topeka p: 989-780-0163 heidi.ross27@gmail.com
Greg Ruether Overland Park Park Services p: 913-890-1634 greg.ruether@opkansas.org
Jodi Runge Newton Recreation Commission p: 316-772-8638 jodi _ runge@yahoo.com
Jared Rutti Garden City Recreation Commission p: 620 276-1200 jared.rutti@gardencityks.us
Lee Ann Sack Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-350-3171 lsack@wichita.gov
Reed Scott Fort Riley MWR Sports p: 785-239-3724 reed.c.scott.civ@mail.mil
Steve Seibel Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-726-3212 steve.seibel@ksoutdoors.com
Frank Seitz Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 frank@derbyrec.com
Nick Sell Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-362-3671 nick.sell@ksoutdoors.com
Lisa Sewalson Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8795 lksewalson@olatheks.org
Brock Shafer Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9154 brocks@leawood.org
Andrew Shain Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8602 ashain@olatheks.org
Ernie Shaw Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-3450 eshaw@lawrenceks.org
Brittany Sheehan Salina Parks and Recreation : 785-309-5765 brittany.sheehan@salina.org
Scott Shierk Overland Park Park Services p: 913-327-6637 scott.shierk@opkansas.org
Brandy Shoemaker Ottawa Recreation Commission p: 785-242-1939 brandy.shoemaker3@yahoo.com
Gary Shogren City of Lindsborg p: 785-227-3355 garys@lindsborgcity.org
Gayle Sigurdson Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-7920 gsigurdson@lawrenceks.org
Logan Singhisen Andover Parks and Recreation p: 316-733-1590 lsinghisen@andoverks.com
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Tommy Sink Ottawa Recreation Commission p: 785-242-1939 tommy.sink@sbcglobal.net
Doug Sisk Hillsboro Recreation Commission p: 620-947-3490 recreation@cityofhillsboro.net
Scott Skucius Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-545-3345 scott.skucius@ksoutdoors.com
Steve Slane Chanute Recreation Commission p: 620-431-4199 sslane@chanute.org
Jana Slansky Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-425-6775 jana.slansky@ksoutdoors.com
Anna Slocum Merriam Parks and Recreation p: 913-322-5556 annas@merriam.org
Bernie Smith Wellsville Joint Recreation Commision p: 785-787-3009 fbsmith44@gmail.com
Connie Smith Topeka p: 620-794-4807 conniesmith45@hotmail.com
Derek Smith Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 derek@derbyrec.com
Jennifer Smith Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-722-8228 jsmith@missionks.org
Justine Smith Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation p: 913-422-7010 recreation@bonnersprings.org
Keith Smith Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-639-1727 keith@haysrec.org
Sandy Smith Great Bend Recreation Commission p: 620-793-3755 rands@opiwireless.com
Casey Smithson Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 csmithson@cityofmhk.com
Alan Stark Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 316-683-8069 or 316-253-5869 alan.stark@ksoutdoors.com
Christi Starr Liberal Parks and Recreation Department p: 620-626-0133 christi.starr@cityofliberal.org
Jason Steadman Newton Recreation Commission p: 316-283-7330 jsteadman@newtonrec.org
Roger Steinbrock Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-3458 rsteinbrock@lawrenceks.org
Darrell Stewart Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2956 darrell.stewart@snco.us
Jeff Stewart Gardner Parks and Recreation p: 913-856-0936 jstewart@gardnerkansas.gov
Matt Stock Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-447-3808 matthew.stock@ksoutdoors.com
Jeff Stos Mulvane Recreation Commission p: 316-777-0858 x102 jstos@mulvanerec.kscoxmail.com
Tracie Strain Newton Recreation Commission p: 316-283-1157 tstrain@newtonrec.org
Darlene Streeter Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-286-0676 darlene.streeter@snco.us
Ryan Stucky Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 316-772-8052 ryan.stucky@ksoutdoors.com
Ronna Stump Liberal Parks and Recreation Department p: 620-626-0133 ronna.stump@cityofliberal.org
Brian Sullivan Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-722-8200 bsullivan@missionks.org
Jason Sunderland Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-828-4933 jason.sunderland@ksoutdoors.com
Dave Smothers Merriam Parks and Recreation p: 913-322-5550 daves@merriam.org
Steve Snyder Retired Professional p: 785-827-4905 snyder655@cox.net
Brice Soeken Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6036 bsoeken@bluevalleyrec.org
Junior Soeken Lyons Recreation Commission p: 620-257-5412 lrc@lrc.kscoxmail.com
Micki Soft Maize Recreation Commission p: 316-729-7818 micki@maizerec.com
Jennifer Sohm Haysville Recreation Department p: 316-529-5922 jsohm@haysville-ks.com
David Sommerla Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department p: 913-758-6605 dsommerla@firstcity.org
Shannon Sonnier Johnson County Park and Recreation District p: 913-826-2852 shannon.sonnier@jocogov.org
Sarah Sooter Mission Parks and Recreation p: 913-722-8223 ssooter@missionks.org
Darren Soucie USD 367 Sport and Fitness Zone (Osawatomie) p: 913-755-3622 soucied@usd367.org
Megan Spence Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6030 mspence@bluevalleyrec.org
Jeff Spradlin Jewish Community Center of GKC p: 913-327-8046 jeffs@thejkc.org
Phillip Spruytte Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-742-6443 pspruytte@cityofshawnee.org
Phillip Stanley Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 stanley@cityofmhk.com
Bridgett Starbuck Stockton Recreation Commission p: 785-425-7016 stkrec@ruraltel.net
Angela Sutton Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2761 sutton@cityofmhk.com
Donna Swihart Junction City Parks and Recreation p: 785-238-4210 donna.swihart@jcks.com
Alan Taber Wichita Park and Recreation p: 316-688-9301 ataber@wichita.gov
Andrew Tabor Coffeyville Recreation Commission p: 620-251-5910 x 17 crcsport@sbcglobal.net
Ron Tenbrink Ellsworth Recreation Commission p: 785-472-4123 ellsworth-rec@ellsworthks.net
Mario Thomas Olathe Parks and Recreation p: 913-971-8627 mathomas@olatheks.org
Sean Thomas Shawnee Parks and Recreation p: 913-706-7985 sthomas@cityofshawnee.org
Sara Thompson Merriam Parks and Recreation p: 913-322-5551 SaraT@merriam.org
Wyatt Thompson Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 thompson@cityofmhk.com
Terry Thorman Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6020 tthorman@bluevalleyrec.org
John Tiemeyer Rose Hill Recreation Commission p: 316-776-9880 john@rosehillrec.kscoxmail.com
Kellee Timbrook Abilene Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-263-7266 recspec2@abilenecityhall.com
Robert Toalson Champaign Park District, IL p: 217-359-7450
Bryan Toben Overland Park Recreation Services p: 913-344-8686 bryan.toben@opkansas.org
Travis Tobin Stanton County Recreation Commission p: 620-492-2101 ttobinscr@ymail.com
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Brian Toby Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-251-2980 brian.toby@snco.us
Jeff Todd Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6030 jtodd@bluevalleyrec.org
Darren Tolin Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-291-2970 darren.tolin@snco.us
Jacinta Tolinos Leawood Parks and Recreation p: 913-663-9154 jacintat@leawood.org
Elyse Torres Liberal Parks and Recreation Department p: 620-626-0133 elyse.torres@cityofliberal.org
Chad Tower Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-832-3452 ctower@lawrenceks.org
Jennifer Tribue Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 jen@derbyrec.com
Matt Trujillo Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 620-873-2572 matt.trujillo@ksoutdoors.com
Gerald Tucker City of Emporia Parks and Zoo Department p: 620-341-4377 jerrytuck72@gmail.com
Ricci Tucker Winfield Recreation Commission p: 620-221-2160 riccitucker@winfieldrec.com
Chris Umphres Great Bend Recreation Commission p: 620-793-3755 cumph40@hotmail.com
Brian Underwood Salina Parks and Recreation p: 785-826-7335 brian.underwood@salina.org
Sara Vacca Pittsburg Parks and Recreation p: 620-230-5652 sara.vacca@pittks.org
Jan VanDam Stafford Recreation Commission p: 620-234-5248 x 259 jan@staffordrec.com
William Weber Liberal Parks and Recreation Department p: 620-626-0133 william.weber@cityofliberal.org
Jennifer Wegener Shawnee County Parks and Recreation p: 785-217-6510 jennifer.wegener@snco.us
Camellia White Turner Recreation Commission p: 913-287-2111 whiteca@turnerusd202.org
Cody White Wellington Recreation Commission p: 620-326-3323 cwhite@usd353.com
Gail Wickham Hays Recreation Commission p: 785-623-2650 gail@haysrec.org
Tom Wilkerson Retired Professional sunfltrw@sunflower.com
Susie Wilkes Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 susie@derbyrec.com
Angie Wilkins Abilene Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-263-7266 recspec1@abilenecityhall.com
Debbie Williams Derby Recreation Commission p: 316-788-3781 debbie@derbyrec.com
Robert Wilson Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-330-7360 rwilson@lawrenceks.org
Kevin Wishart El Dorado Recreation Department p: 316-322-7400 kwishart@city.eldoks.com
Sherri Withers Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-842-8562 sherri.withers@ksoutdoors.com
Ed Wojtowicz Blue Valley Recreation Commission p: 913-685-6082 ewojtowicz@bluevalleyrec.org
Justin Wren Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-238-3014 justin.wren@ksoutdoors.com
Luke VanSkike Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism p: 785-249-0787 luke.vanskike@ksoutdoors.com
Roxy Vietti City of Cimarron p: 620-855-0156 cimredrocks@yahoo.com
Kim Vogel Pittsburg Park and Recreation p: 620-230-5538 kim.vogel@pittks.org
Luci Von Lintel Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 vonlintel@cityofmhk.com
Dale Voth Gray County Recreation p: 620-855-3314 graycountyrecreation@yahoo.com
Bryan Waggoner Chanute Recreation Commission p: 620-431-4199 bryanwaggonercrc@gmail.com
Logan Wagler Lenexa Parks and Recreation p: 913-477-7100 lwagler@lenexa.com
Nancy Wallerstein Johnson County Park and Recreation District ghostlight@kc.rr.com
Kendra Walls Mulvane Parks Department p: 316-777-9533 parks@mulvanekansas.com
Kelly Walters Manhattan Parks and Recreation p: 785-587-2757 waltersk@cityofmhk.com
Klinton Warner Grant County Recreation Commission p: 620-356-4233 kwarner@pld.com
Kristopher Warner Grant County Recreation Commission p: 620-356-5599 bmwtek484@hotmail.com
John Washington Retired Professional p: 620-272-7498 jwashington25@cox.net
Jack Webb WYCO/KCK UG Parks and Recreation p: 913-573-8362 jwebb@wycokck.org
Mitch Young Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department p: 785-691-9632 mlyoung@lawrenceks.org
Beki Zook Clearwater Recreation Commission p: 620-584-2323 director@clearwaterrec.org
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