It is National Parks and Recreation Month! This year’s theme is “Where You Belong” celebrating the many ways park and recreation professionals across the country foster a sense of belonging in their communities by providing programming, essential services for all ages and abilities and safe, accessible spaces for people to build meaningful connections. The City of Lenexa Parks & Recreation Department is made up of about 70 full and part-time employees with an additional 400 employees joining in the summer months. S/O to these staff members who contribute to making Lenexa an inviting and vibrant place to live and visit.
City of Lenexa
Government Administration
Lenexa, KS 3,112 followers
Leaders in the delivery of exceptional public service.
About us
Once considered a small bedroom community in the 1970s, Lenexa has grown into a major employment center in the region, with more than 50,000 workers coming to or staying in the community for their jobs each day. Lenexa, which is the home to numerous high-tech companies and national headquarters, also has more bioscience companies than any other city in the state. The city’s strong business base brings vitality and financial stability. The commitment and support of businesses in the community add to the small-town atmosphere and strong sense of community that adds to the high quality of life Lenexa citizens enjoy. In addition to the city’s healthy business base, Lenexa offers excellent public safety, quality roads and infrastructure, more than 30 parks with beautiful open green spaces and a variety of recreational opportunities, a well-planned community with safe and attractive neighborhoods, and a sense of hometown community spirit and pride that truly makes Lenexa special. Citizens will tell you that one reason they feel so connected is the variety of festivals and events held in Lenexa each year bringing families, neighbors and friends together. Known in this area as the City of Festivals, Lenexa hosts numerous events including the Great Lenexa Barbeque Battle – The Kansas State Championship, Community Days Parade, Freedom Run, Midnight Bike Ride, Waterfest, Tails on the Trails pet festival, Spinach Festival, Chili Challenge, Enchanted Forest, Senior Banquet and Holiday Lighting Ceremony. Lenexa is looked to as a leader in local government initiatives such as public safety, development issues, festivals, watershed management, and the use of technology. The city has a long history of sustainable practices and thoughtful planning, which enables the community to meet its current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
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http://www.lenexa.com/
External link for City of Lenexa
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Lenexa, KS
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1869
- Specialties
- government, engineering, building, maintenance, landscaping, and planning
Locations
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Primary
17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.
Lenexa, KS 66219, US
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111 S Cherry St
Olathe, KS 66061, US
Employees at City of Lenexa
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Christopher Herron
Leading Eneus' synthetic fuels strategy, expanding revenue, and aligning with market trends. Collaborating with partners to drive high-impact…
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Brian M.
System Engineer
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Erica Heise
E-200 RYT, YACEP
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Julie Sayers, IIDA
Principal/Owner of encompas | Mayor of City of Lenexa
Updates
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Happy #NationalInternDay to the City's 10 interns working across finance, legal, parks & recreation, police and community development departments this summer! Our interns are getting hands-on experience, working alongside dedicated staff and learning about local government.
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Looking for a rewarding career where every day makes a difference? Join the Lenexa Fire Department! We're hiring firefighters who are ready to protect and serve. Apply by July 19, 2024, and be a part of something meaningful. ➡️ Lenexa.com/FireCareers
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Do you know someone passionate about fostering community engagement and ensuring exceptional customer experiences? We have two job openings at the Lenexa Public Market. 1) Assistant Public Market Manager — Marketing and Customer Relations: -Assist in managing day-to-day operations -Plan, manage and execute events to enrich community connections -Actively engage in the Lenexa Public Market’s social media accounts 2) Concierge: -Be the friendly face of our market, providing top-notch customer service -Assist visitors with inquiries, recommendations and guidance -Maintain a clean, welcoming atmosphere for all guests Learn more about both positions at https://lnkd.in/geYcjX52.
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As a highschooler, he enjoyed being outdoors and mowing lawns with his younger brother to earn money. That seasonal gig turned into a 20 career for Curt Talken, Lenexa Parks & Recreation Parks Landscape Supervisor. Get to know Curt: https://lnkd.in/g-z4iFfd
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When he turned 16 years old in 2012, Lenexa Parks & Recreation Customer Service Supervisor Johnny Linder applied to be a summer lifeguard. He has been employed with the city in various positions ever since. Get to know Johnny and his role at the Lenexa Rec Center: https://lnkd.in/gdAFswUE
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City development doesn’t just happen. “It’s thought out in five, ten or even 20-year plans,” said Kimberly Portillo, City of Lenexa Planner III. That means before a new building goes under construction in Lenexa, the plan gets reviewed by a staff member in the Community Development Department’s Planning Division. "In the site design, we get down into the nitty gritty details like how wide the sidewalk is going to be and how deep a parking stall will be,” Kim said. “Every single project that comes in to get reviewed will receive comments of some sort, none of them are perfect.” Get to know Kim at https://lnkd.in/gWHkwGMB
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Know someone who is skilled at working with their hands and values proper tools, training, and space? We’re looking for a new Equipment Mechanic to join our fleet maintenance team to maintain and repair nearly 425 city vehicles (including police and fire vehicles) and more than 250 small engines (weed-eaters, mowers and chainsaw). All full-time City employees get 10 paid holidays, plus a minimum of two weeks’ vacation during the first year. Equipment mechanics earn $22.19 to $27.87 per hour, dependent on experience. This position also receives an annual boot and tool allowance, in addition to on-the-job training toward ASE certifications and CDL licensing, if needed. Learn more and apply today at https://bit.ly/3ZWYoL6.
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