About Us
Our Mission: Creating Community Connections
Liberty Parks & Rec is powered by a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to community impact, improvement and innovation. We believe that creating community connections by providing the highest quality parks, programs, services and facilities is essential to a prosperous and healthy community.
Our Vision
"A Destination" - Liberty Parks & Rec's desires to be a key player in the creation of a destination community that retains current and attracts new residents, businesses and visitors to Liberty.
Our Values
Liberty Parks & Rec's mission, vision and core values help guide everything we do, from prioritizing capital projects to providing programs and services for our community.
Community Wellness
- Enrich lives through education and programs
- Provide and promote healthy opportunities for all ages
Accountability
- Take responsibility for our actions and interactions in a timely manner
- Can be counted on to support peers and community members alike
Respect
- Honor our and the community’s resources
- Find creative ways to provide the public with diverse recreational opportunities
Engagement
- Serve professionally while building trusting relationships through community interactions
- Provide quality programs and services through partnering with local organizations
Stewardship
- Find creative solutions through tested research
- Preserve and conserve cultural, natural and financial resources
Overview
Liberty Parks & Rec offers a diverse array of recreational, cultural, sporting and older adult programs and activities for the entire community.
Parks and Trails
Explore more than 500 acres of parks, 16 miles of trails and several shelters, sports fields, the northland's first off-leash dog park, spraygrounds and more amenities throughout the City.
Programs
Liberty Parks & Rec offers everything from small group fitness classes, swim lessons, activities for older adults and sports activities for all ages.
Facilities
Liberty Parks & Rec has several wonderful facilities to visit. The Liberty Community Center, which offers a variety of amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, fitness equipment, a 700+ seat theater, the Liberty Silver Center and more. Or, head over to Capitol Federal® Sports Complex where league and tournament champions play.
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BJ Staab
Parks & Rec DirectorPhone: 816.439.4391
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Fri, Apr 3
Big Bunny Trail Hunt StartsRead On -
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Big Bunny Trail Hunt EndsRead On -
Fri, May 1
Moonlight YogaRead On
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Royals Amateur Development System (R.A.D.) Coach Clinic
Liberty Parks & Rec has partnered with the Royals Amateur Development System (R.A.D.) to create new opportunities for our baseball and softball players and coaches! Coaches are invited to attend a FREE Coaching Development Clinic. Read on... -
2026 Pear Buyback Program
The Liberty Tree Board has partnered with the Missouri Invasive Plant Council as a part of the 2026 Pear Buyback Program. Read on...