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Campana rings out along West Edgewood Greenway

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JC Parks adds second musical sculpture to West Edgewood Greenway The installation is made possible through JC Parks’ continued participation in Sculpture on the Move.   Jefferson City, MO. Jeff …

Bike JCMO: World Bicycle Day and Beyond

Did you know? June 3 is World Bicycle Day! Every year on June 3, people worldwide celebrate the freedom, fun, and benefits of biking. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just rediscovering the joy of two wheels, today m …

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Shaping the Future of Inclusive Play

Earlier this year, JC Parks took a significant step toward creating a more inclusive and accessible park system by launching a request for proposals (RFP) with two main objectives: Conduct a comprehensive accessibility a …

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Enhancing Play Through Communication Boards

Playgrounds are more than just places for kids to run, climb, and play. They are spaces where children develop essential social, cognitive, and emotional skills. However, for children who have difficulty communicating, e …

Community Spotlight: Jefferson City Radio Control Club

Located in Missouri’s capital city, the Jefferson City Radio Control (R/C) Club has been bringing hobby enthusiasts together since 1983. The club is dedicated to promoting the enjoyment of radio-controlled aircraft, incl …

Inclusivity and accessibility project at JC Parks Kicks Off

On Monday, February 24, at 2:00 PM, JC Parks officially launched an inclusive audit of key parks in partnership with design firm Crafton Tull. With sixty-plus years of experience, Crafton Tull has been dedicated to impro …

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Binder Park Playground

Project Status: Upcoming TIMELINE AND IMPACT Planning and Design phase, Sept 2024 Location scouting, Sept 2024 Funding plan, Sept 2024 Project Details BUDGET: Project Budget: $140,680 Grant support: $70,340 (Gametime) SC …

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Washington Park Ice Arena Desiccant Dehumidifier

Project Status: Upcoming TIMELINE AND CLOSURES No anticipated closures Anticipated start date: December 2024 Project Details BUDGET: Project budget: $448,306 Contractor: Wall’s HVAC, LLC of Brumley, Missouri   SCOPE …