Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation Implements Referee and Athletics Staff Abuse Prevention Matrix
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation Implements Referee and Athletics Staff Abuse Prevention Matrix
LEE’S SUMMIT, MO — Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR) has announced the implementation of an Athletic Staff and Volunteer Abuse Prevention Matrix, a structured policy designed to clearly define, address, and prevent abusive behavior toward referees, athletic staff, and volunteers across all sports programs. This program was created in collaboration with Sporting Lee’s Summit, Lee’s Summit Football Association, Lee’s Summit...
Legacy Park Amphitheater Announces Six Summer Concerts
Legacy Park Amphitheater Announces Six Summer Concerts
The Legacy Park Amphitheater (LPA) summer season has been announced by Lee's Summit Parks & Recreation (LSPR). There will be six acts on the bill, each paying homage to a genre or legendary performers.
Calendar of Events for Outdoor Concerts
May 9 at 8 p.m., Blues Fest will showcase the musical talents of Nick Schnebelen and Chris Shepherd, thanks to funding from the Missouri Arts Council. This is a FREE event!
May 30 at 8...
Legacy Blast Returns July 2 to Celebrate America’s 250th with Fireworks, Music, and Family Activities
Legacy Blast Returns July 2 to Celebrate America’s 250th with Fireworks, Music, and Family Activities
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR), in partnership with the City of Lee’s Summit, invites the community to Legacy Blast, a free Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Legacy Park.
Gates open at 5:00 p.m., with a full evening of entertainment leading up to a choreographed fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. The show will be synchronized to music and simulcast on 94.9 KCMO.
Event Highlights
Free admission to the park
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Section of Raintree Drive at Ward Road Intersection Set to Close Tomorrow, April 29
Section of Raintree Drive at Ward Road Intersection Set to Close Tomorrow, April 29
A section of SW Raintree Drive at its intersection with SW Ward Road is set to close tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29, for gas main repair/restoration. Northbound SW Ward Road traffic will shift to the middle lane, and eastbound SW Raintree Drive at SW Ward Road will be closed. The detour route includes SW Ward Road, SW County Line Road, and SW Raintree Drive.
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation Named Finalist for 2026 National Gold Medal Award
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation Named Finalist for 2026 National Gold Medal Award
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR) has been selected as a finalist for the 2026 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, one of the highest distinctions in the field.
The award is administered by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association. It recognizes park and recreation agencies nationwide for excellence in service, innovation, and...