First City Connection
News and Information for Residents and Businesses in the City of Leavenworth, Kansas
Fire Department
3600 S. 20th Street
913-682-3346 (admin calls)
Police (Admin calls only)
Justice Center, 601 S. Third 913-651-2260
PoliceAnonymous Clue line
913-682-2583
Sewer Emergencies (24 Hours)
913-682-1090
Service Center/ Streets/Trash info 790 Thornton St. 913-682-0650
Human Resources
100 N. Fifth St. 913-680-2637
Public Works/ Engineering
100 N. Fifth St. 913-684-0375
Inspections and Building Permits
913-684-0378
City Clerk’s Office
100 N. Fifth St. 913-682-9201
Planning/ Community Development
100 N. Fifth St. 913-680-2626
Tenant Landlord Issue Resolution (913) 364-5840
Parks and Recreation
123 S. Esplanade 913-651-2203
Convention and Visitors Bureau
100 N. Fifth St. 913-758-2948
Leavenworth
Public Library 417 Spruce Street 913-682-5666
From the Desk of Mayor Nancy Bauder Leavenworth City
Commission
Nancy Bauder Mayor 913-675-7166 nbauder@leavenworthks.gov
Rebecca Hollister
Mayor Pro Tem 913-240-5961
rebecca.hollister@leavenworthks.gov
Sam Maxwell IV Commissioner 913-565-5552 sam.maxwell@leavenworthks.gov
Holly Pittman Commissioner 913-449-891
holly.pittman@firstcity.org
Joe Wilson Commissioner 913-683-9373
joe.wilson@leavenworthks.gov
It is my honor and privilege to represent the City of Leavenworth as your Mayor for the third time! I truly love my hometown and the First City of Kansas and its citizens. I’m excited to welcome Joe Wilson, Sam Maxwell, and our new Mayor Pro Tem Rebecca Hollister to the Commission, along with our outstanding former Mayor Holly Pittman. I envision an excellent partnership with the City Commission, City Manager Scott Peterson and City staff to move Leavenworth forward.
The year 2026 promises to bring exciting new events, improvements to infrastructure, and continuing to provide outstanding public service.
In 2026, Kansas City will be one of several sites to host games of the FIFA World Cup. Games will be played at Arrowhead Stadium. Event planners are telling Leavenworth to expect an influx of tourists looking for places to stay, eat, and have fun. The Leavenworth Convention and Visitors Bureau will take a leadership role locally in marketing efforts, offering a total of $24,000 to businesses planning events and activities that will cater to soccer fans. Funding from this grant will come from transient guest taxes, which are taxes that are paid by customers who stay at hotels in Leavenworth. Transient guest taxes will also be used to pay for a Buffalo Wild West festival in June.
In 2026, The First City will also host Camp Leavenworth Sept. 1819 and the America’s Vietnam Traveling Wall on Oct. 14-18. Leavenworth is on the radar for many real estate developers. In late 2025, the Leavenworth City Commission voted to support a commercial developer’s request for a STAR bond district at the former Leavenworth Plaza, which you can read about on page 6. Leavenworth will continue striving to provide outstanding services, including our annual Pavement Management Program in 2026 for major street repairs, installing a 12-hole disc golf course at Havens Park and upgrading police cameras. We anticipate the rebuild of Fire Station 3 at Limit and Second Avenue to be completed this spring as well.
The City of Leavenworth continues to have an outstanding team of staff members. In particular, our IT Department performed admirably during a recent cyber attack. One of those team members, Justin Gillom, is our “Employee of the Year” and you can read about him on the opposite page.
I look forward an amazing 2026. Thank you to all our residents and businesses for working together to make 2026 a wonderful year.
Mayor Nancy Bauder presents a proclamation to celebrate and honor military retirees to Norm Greczyn during a City Commission meeting.
IT Specialist Justin Gillom named City Employee of the Year for 2025
In December, Mayor Nancy Bauder and City Manager Scott Peterson presented Justin Gillom with the “Employee of the Year” for the City of Leavenworth for 2025.
Justin Gillom began working for the City in August 2024 as an IT Network Specialist.
The Employee of the Year is selected out of four outstanding “Employees of the Quarter” who are selected for excellence and going above and beyond in their job duties.
Gillom's nomination reads:
"Justin has been an essential member of the IT team who not only leads/coaches the other members of IT (Justin is the first stop shop for IT’s IT-related questions) but takes the brunt of the biggest projects IT has taken on. Some of these include setting the stages for and executing M365 Migration, email domain change to leavenworthks.gov and others. Justin had a huge weight thrust upon him during a crisis, and he stepped up working more and more hours to get the City back up again as one of the few that could even do anything at all."
The City experienced a network outage in November 2025. After researching the network outage, a team of investigators determined that the City of Leavenworth experienced a cyber attack which led to temporary outages of payment systems and online processing of permits and licensing. All systems were up and back to normal within a few weeks.
The City's entire IT staff, along with help from our contractors, are credited with helping the City move on after the incident.
Gillom's supervisors also wrote:
"Justin has shown exceptional dedication. He worked tirelessly, dedicating numerous hours outside of standard business times, including nights, holidays and weekends to ensure the swift and complete restoration of all critical server and network systems...His focus remained entirely on the successful resolution of the crisis, working without complaint. Justin’s exemplary performance during this critical period was pivotal to minimizing downtime and restoring essential operations. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated and highly skilled professional on our team."
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Developer approaches City about potential project at former Leavenworth Plaza
The City of Leavenworth is advancing a redevelopment for the former Leavenworth Plaza Mall site at 3400 S. 4th Street, which will pursue creation of a Sales Tax and Revenue (STAR) Bond District to support a privately-led destination project. The initiative proposes to transform a long-vacant, highly visible property into a regional draw with new shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The proposed redevelopment, designed by Leavenworth Destination Development, LLC builds on a 2025 Kansas Legislature provision allowing STAR Bond Districts on former mall sites. Leavenworth Destination Development, LLC, is the company established by the development team specifically for the proposed Leavenworth STAR bonds district. The team is spearheaded by Rick Worner, and his financial partner is Dave Murfin. The City identified the Plaza Mall property as an ideal candidate: a strategic 20-acre gateway connecting Fort Leavenworth, downtown, and southern Leavenworth to the Kansas City region. The City Commission approved Resolution B-2411 during its November 12 special meeting, initiating the state’s review process and reinforcing the City’s proactive approach to redevelopment. The developer's concept envisions a walkable, mixed-use destination with restaurants, retail, entertainment, and potential residential uses designed to complement Leavenworth’s historic character.
What are STAR bonds?
traffic impacts and financial feasibility.
2. Commerce then reviews all studies and the full application to determine whether the project meets statutory requirements.
3. If the Department of Commerce authorizes the project to proceed, the City will schedule public hearings in which residents can review the findings and provide input.
STAR bonds stands for "Sales Tax And Revenue." It is an economic development tool authorized by the Kansas State Legislature to encourage economic growth. STAR bonds allow for Cities to establish a district in which state sales tax collected on properties developed within the district are paid back to the developer. STAR bonds have been used successfully throughout the state of Kansas, such as the Legends and the Kansas Speedway. The Leavenworth STAR bonds project will seek to redevelop the old Leavenworth Plaza location at 4th and Idaho streets, as well as its surrounding properties and the Abeles Field location at 4th and Poplar streets. The district may also include Ray Miller Park at 4th Street and Muncie Road. Ray Miller Park will require significantly more work to develop because of state and federal restrictions and will likely be a future phase of the STAR bonds project. At all three sites the project will be a mixed-used development with possibilities to include: restaurants and dining, all sizes of retail, entertainment, museums and attractions, hotel, and possibly some multi-family residential.
What are the next steps in the STAR Bond approval process?
1. Feasibility and Tourism Studies, which are independent analyses required by the Kansas Department of Commerce to verify market viability, tourism potential,
4. The City Commission will then consider a STAR Bond Project Plan and final Development Agreement in a public meeting before any final approvals are made. This ensures the public has multiple opportunities to review, comment and follow the project as it develops.
The Leavenworth Mall and Abeles Field have been vacant for so long, why is it only now being redeveloped?
State Senator Jeff Klemp lobbied for a budget proviso in recent legislation in Topeka that broadened the scope of which projects could be eligible for STAR bonds. Previously, STAR bonds were only available to the larger communities in Kansas, or projects that had significant capital investment well beyond the scope of the Leavenworth Plaza site. Thanks to efforts in Topeka, the Leavenworth Plaza has only been eligible for STAR bonds within the last year, making it a very attractive space for a developer where it once was not.
Nothing has been finalized on this project, and the City has not committed any financial support or incentives at this time to the project. The City Commission only just approved a resolution of support to go with the initial application to the Department of Commerce. There is still a long way to go for this project, and there will be several opportunities for public input, including public hearings. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for updates on this project.
The City's 2025 Business Symposium was held Nov. 3, 2025. About 90 community members attended to learn resources for setting up a small business, programs that support businesses and network with each other.
A Leavenworth delegation visited our Sister City of Wagga Wagga, Australia in 2025. Wagga Wagga is a major city in the Riverina Region of New South Wales, with 58,000 residents and has been our Sister-City since July 31, 1962. It lies on the Murrumbidgee River and is home to the Kapooka Army Recruit Training Base and Royal Australian Air Force Base. However, unlike cities in the U.S., Wagga Wagga covers a vast territory and includes a number of smaller cities called shires. Covering such a large territory the city council is made up of 15 elected counselors.
The City of Leavenworth received a Kansas City Public Improvement Award 2025 for the 20,000 – 49,999 Population Category for the Downtown 4th Street (US73) Improvement Project. The $3.6 million project from Choctaw to Seneca Streets enhanced the main travel route through the downtown. This award recognizes engineering projects -- not only for their engineering excellence -- but for their benefit to the citizens of the community. It was presented by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Kansas. The design Engineering Firm was BHC, Inc. and the prime contractor was Linaweaver Construction, Inc.
Work is continuing on a Stormwater Repair project at 6th Avenue and Chestnut Streets, which is funded by the City's stormwater fee.
In 2023, City staff found that a previous stormwater arch in this area had collapsed, causing a large sinkhole. In 2023, the City contracted with Wilson and Company to design repairs. In 2025, the City contracted with Lexeco for a construction project estimated to cost about $200,000. The project is scheduled to be complete in the spring of 2026.
Dog licenses available in February
City requires tags and registration for all dogs 4 months of age and older that reside in the City of Leavenworth.
The 2026 renewal licenses are available in February 2026. Current licenses must be renewed no later than March 31, 2026. The fee is $10 for spayed/ neutered. $20 for unaltered dogs. Late Registration begins April 1, 2026. Late fee is $10 in addition to the regular fee. Proof of rabies vaccination is required if it has expired since your dog's last renewal. Dog licenses may be obtained from any of the following locations:
n Animal Control, 2019 S. 3rd Street
n City Clerk’s Office, 100 N. 5th Street
n Deb’s Riverview Kennels, 1400 S Esplanade Street
n Dog + Cat Clinic, 1001 N. 7th Street
n Kansas Country Store, 728 Cherokee Street
n Khaki Hound and Camo, Kitty 4501 Commercial Place
n Lowemont Veterinary Clinic, 33511 Santa Fe Trail
n Roverwood Ranch, 4751 S 13th St #6
If you no longer own a dog or are not a resident of the City, contact us at 913-682-9201 option 9 or via email clerk@firstcity.org to update your record.
The City of Leavenworth is in the process of replacing Fire Station 3 at 2805 2nd Avenue. This is a $5 million project funded through bonds and replaces a building from 1965. The new building will help address stormwater drainage concerns, sewer issues and make room for modern fire apparatus.
Leavenworth Citywide Spring Cleanup scheduled for Saturday April 11
The Leavenworth Citywide Spring Cleanup is planned for Saturday, April 11. This event will include a volunteer trash pickup. This is an event in which churches, scout groups, businesses, social clubs, service clubs and military groups work together to pick up trash throughout the City of Leavenworth in one day. Groups of volunteers may sign up beginning Monday, Feb. 2. Volunteers get a free t-shirt and one day pool pass to Wollman Aquatic Center for picking up trash. Contact melissa.bower@leavenworthks.gov for information about volunteering. Additionally, there will be a free large item drop off and Household Hazardous Waste drop-off at the Municipal Service Center, 790 Thornton Street. The Brush Site, 1803 S. Second Street, will be free for City residents to drop off brush. Check the City's website for hours.
Visit the City Clerk's office at Leavenworth City Hall between February 2 and April 15 to sign up for the Senior Rebate Program. Accessible parking is available on the north side/Seneca Street side of the building.
The City of Leavenworth has a program that pays sewer and trash bills for low income senior citizens who qualify. Those who are interested should fall below a specific income and complete an application process.
In order to qualify, citizens must:
• Be a resident of the City of Leavenworth, Kansas.
• Be 62 years old or older at the time of application.
• Be a primary occupant of a residence. Water bill must bear applicant’s name.
• Gross income, including that of a spouse or any residents living at the address, cannot exceed the following limits, determined by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development:
1 Person - $39,000
2 Persons - $44,600
3 Persons - $50,150
4 Persons - $55,700
5 Persons - $60,200
6 Persons - $64,650
7 Persons - $69,100
8 Persons - $73,550
Senior citizens interested in applying can visit Leavenworth City Hall, City Clerk's Office 100 N. Fifth St., from February 2, 2026 through April 15, 2026.
Applicants should bring:
• Income verification for the year 2025 from all income sources, such as 2025 Income Tax Returns, 2025 Homestead Claim or Social Security Statements and 1099 forms.
• Proof of age, such as birth certificate or Driver’s license if not currently a program participant.
• Water bill or copy of water bill
The City will pay monthly sewer and refuse (trash service) charges for those who meet the qualifications and complete the application process. Program participants will receive a water bill with monthly sewer and refuse charges marked “Senior Rebate.”
For assistance completing 2025 tax forms, the following agencies can help you by appointment only:
• Leavenworth County Council on Aging - 711 Marshall St., Suite 100, 913-684-0777 (Homestead and Income Tax)
• County Clerk’s Office - 300 Walnut St 913-6840419 (Homestead)
• Catholic Charities – 716 N. Fifth Street 913-6518060 (Income Tax)
• City Clerk staff do not assist with completing tax forms
To remain on the rebate program, residents must apply each year. For transportation assistance, please contact the Senior Citizen Transportation van at 913-684-0778, or use the Ride LV Micro Transit. Be sure to allow 2-3 days’ notice for transportation services.
RideLV is an on-demand transportation service for anyone in the City of Leavenworth to a destination in the City of Leavenworth from business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
How to Schedule a Ride:
Android phone users - download our app on Google Play to schedule a ride: https://play.google.com/store/apps/ details?id=com.rideco.kcata
iPhone users - download our app on Apple Store to schedule a ride: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ id1671636916
Cost: Costs are a flat $2 rate. This is $2 per direction, per rider. If paying with cash, please bring exact amount for fare. Drivers cannot give change.
Parks
The City of Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department is converting to a new registration system for all of our events and programs. To register, customers will need to build a profile in RecDesk before proceeding to the event registration and payment. If registering in person or online with a credit card, a small convenience fee is applied, under 4% of the total cost of the ticket. Online registration is credit card only. The new program may be found at this URL address: https://lvksparksrec.recdesk.com/Community/Home or scan the QR code to the right.
Park Programs
Parks and Recreation Department Admin Office
123 S. Esplanade Street (913) 651-2203
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
n Legacy Trees - $325/tree - The Legacy Tree Program makes it possible to help preserve the rich history of trees in our parks while commemorating either a person or event. Through this program, old trees are replaced and new areas rejuvenated. All contributions to this program are placed in a Park Special Gift Fund and are only used for the planting of Legacy trees. More information and applications are available on our website. Please note, Leavenworth Landing Park behind the Riverfront Community Center and North Esplanade Park are no longer an option for planting Legacy Trees.
n Memorial Benches - Another way to honor a person or recognize an organization is through the purchase of a memorial bench with an attached plaque in a park of your choice. Location must be approved by the Parks and Recreation Department. This department will also install the bench. Cost varies. Email parksandrec@leavenworthks.gov for more information, or find the application form online.
n Adopt-A-Park - Looking for a way to make a difference in our community? Consider adopting a Leavenworth city park or other landscaped public area. City staff will provide guidance and some materials for projects. See which parks are available and register through our website at www. leavenworthks.gov/parksrec.
Leavenworth Landing Park - This scenic park on the Missouri River located by the Riverfront Community Center is available to rent for special occasions. Permit fees start at $30/hour with a $100 refundable damage deposit. Choose the Paddlewheel Plaza or the Railroad Roundhouse. For more details,
Scan to visit City website, Parks and Recreation Page
go to www.leavenworthks.gov/parksrec or email parksandrec@leavenworthks.gov.
Haymarket Square
An event venue located at 649 Cherokee. The openair pavilion is available for rental when not occupied by the Farmer’s Market or the City Market. City residents or businesses pay $50 per 8-hour session, and non-residents pay $150. Contact the City Clerk’s office at 913-682-9201 for availability and more information. If planning a special event open to the public, other requirements must be met to reserve the square.
Riverfront Park Campground – Open April 1 through October 31 – This cozy park beside the Missouri River is the perfect place to relax. The campground has 13 pads for RVs, trailers, or tents, a bathhouse with four private units, a boat ramp, a picnic shelter, and a dump station. Please note that this park is adjacent to active train tracks. Also note, we recommend our site for trailers less than 32’ long. Longer campers drag across the train tracks. Fees are $20/night with a $20 refundable key deposit due upon arrival. For more information call 913-290-0034 or email campgroundmanager@leavenworthks.gov.
Shelter Rentals
Shelters – We have 13 shelters available for rent at 10 of our parks. See our chart for parks and amenities. Visit our website at www.leavenworthks. gov/parksrec for details.
Alcoholic Beverage Permit - $20
By City ordinance, alcoholic beverages are prohibited in City parks, except as authorized by Parks and Recreation to Leavenworth residents with a valid park reservation. Beverage must be an enhanced cereal malt beverage (beer) containing not more than 6% alcohol by volume.
Leavenworth City Parks
Riverfront Community Center
For availability, email Tammy Metzgar at tmetzgar@ leavenworthks.gov.
The Riverfront Community Center is a charming 1880s former Union Depot train station on the banks of the Missouri River. Originally constructed in 1888, this historic depot was restored and remodeled in 1988 as a multi-functional facility. This classic facility provides an ideal atmosphere for all types of special events with picturesque views in Leavenworth Landing Park, located right behind the center.
The Riverview Room - Aptly named for its beautiful views of the majestic Missouri River. An elegant room can host banquets, receptions, weddings, or other special events. It also has an adjoining outdoor patio that overlooks the river.
The Women’s Waiting Room - Adjacent to the Riverview Room, this cozy room has a working fireplace, wood-paneled ceilings, and versatile side doors that can be opened to access the Riverview Room. The doors may be closed to offer a smaller space with a view of Leavenworth’s historic downtown.
The Men’s Waiting Room - Impressive 30-foot wood-paneled ceilings soar above the original woodwork and fireplace. This lovely room also boasts a river view to the east and historic downtown Leavenworth to the west.
The Activity Room - This small room downstairs by the basketball gym is perfect for kids’ birthday parties, fitness classes, study sessions, and other smaller events.
Room Fees and Deposits - A 4-hour minimum rental, a security deposit, and a $25 service charge are required to reserve a room. Fees include setup and take down of tables and chairs and trash removal. Contact Tammy Metzgar, Riverfront Community Center Manager, at (913) 680-2709 or email her at tmetzgar@leavenworthks.gov. Also, visit the website at www.RiverfrontCommunityCenter.com
Event Space Fee Schedule
Fun things to do in Leavenworth:
The River City Community Players is a local community theatre group at the Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware Street. All shows are family-friendly. Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees. Tickets are available online and at the door. Call 913-651-0027 for more information.
Indoor End of Summer Market - Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Booths with electricity $45 without electricity $35
This summer market hosts a variety of vendors, all in air-conditioned comfort at the Riverfront Community Center. Vendors will be selling new and/or gently used items. Our last event included items such as homemade crafts, toys, jewelry, beauty products, and some fantastic artwork. General admission is free.
Fitness at the Riverfront Community Center
Indoor Track and Fitness Rooms
Monday – Friday 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Open Gym *Hours for gym may vary*
Open Basketball Gym *Photo ID required*
• Regular Gym Schedule - Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.; Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Sundays from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Winter Gym Schedule - Winter schedule runs December through February. In December open gym is Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m., Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sundays from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. In January and February, there is no open gym on Sundays.
Open Pickleball Gym
• Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Fridays, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Closed on Major Holidays: New Year’s Day, MLK Day, President’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after, and Christmas Day. The center closes early on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Corporate Pass Program: Businesses and organizations can pay a $250 annual fee entitling their employees to purchase fitness facility passes at a discount. Organization identification required. Email parksandrec@leavenworthks.gov or call Tammy Metzgar at 913-680-2709 for more information.
General Use – It is the responsibility of the patrons to ensure they have been properly trained before using the fitness equipment. Improper use may cause serious injuries. The City of Leavenworth is not responsible for injuries or gross negligence. All visitors age 16 and older must present ID at check-in at the front desk.
Age Restrictions – 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian age 18 or older to enter the community center; 11 and under are not allowed in the
Riverfront Community Center passes Admission fee includes use of the weight room, cardio room, indoor track, pool during lap swim and open swim times, open pickleball gym, and racquetball courts. For information, call (913) 6512132 or email parksandrec@leavenworthks.gov.
Cardio and Weight Rooms: Elliptical machines, stair steppers, stationary bikes, treadmills, and weight equipment are available. See “Fitness Facility Policies” for age restrictions.
Indoor Track: The center has a 1/10 mile indoor track
community center hours. Daily
weight room or cardio room or on any fitness equipment; ages 12–14 must be supervised by an adult at all times in the fitness rooms; ages 15-17 must have a signed permission form from the parent; ages 60 and over are advised to consult their physician before beginning any type of fitness regimen.
Conduct – No foul language, vulgar music, aggressive or disrespectful behavior will be tolerated. Absolutely no tobacco or vaping products of any sort are allowed in the center. No food
or soft drinks are allowed in the fitness rooms or the gym.
Equipment - Wipe down equipment before and after use. Our staff disinfects all the equipment once each day. Do not drop or slam weights. Place items back where you found them.
Attire - No cleats or spike shoes of any type (including bike shoes); athletic shoes covering the entire foot must be worn at all times (except in the pool); proper swimwear or workout attire is required.
Recreation Activity Scholarship Program for City Residents - Qualifying citizens who live in the city limits of Leavenworth and are currently receiving public financial assistance may be awarded a $100 credit per approved person per year to be used toward certain Parks and Recreation Department programs. For information email Tabor Medill at Tabor.Medill@leavenworthks.gov or call him at (913) 758-6648 and leave a detailed message. You must set an appointment with Tabor Medill before dropping off your application. Applications must be renewed each year by completing a new form and scheduling another appointment for verification and approval.
Sports Officials – Interested in officiating for any of our sports programs? Contact our Recreation Program Supervisor for Sports, Tabor Medill, at 913758-6648. Please leave a detailed message and he will return your call.
Field or Court Rentals – The City has 6 tennis courts, 8 dedicated outdoor pickleball courts, 3 outdoor basketball courts, a recreation complex with 5 baseball/softball fields, and 7 other baseball/ softball fields throughout the city. See our RecDesk online to rent. https://lvksparksrec.recdesk.com/ Community/Member/Signup
Recreational Sports
Inclement Weather Line - Call (913) 364-5821 for information on game cancellations.
Spring Adult Co-Ed Softball - $380/team - Open to all men and women age 18 and over whose high school class has graduated. Requires a minimum of 4 teams. USA (formerly ASA) rules are used. Season begins in March. Registration is February 1 – 28, in person at the Riverfront Community Center.
Youth Baseball and Softball - $50/player –discount for third child - Leagues for boys and girls ages 5 through 13 (birth date as of May 1 – no exceptions). Children MUST play in their appropriate age group. Season runs June through the second weekend in July. Registration is March 1 – 31. Late registration is an additional $25/player and ends April 15. Eligible for scholarship use. Scholarship does not cover late fee.
Youth Co-ed Instructional Pickleball - $25/player – A youth instructional pickleball program for boys and girls grades 1 – 12. Program runs for six weeks. Check our website for dates and registration details.
Memorial Day Pickleball Tournament - Details coming soon.
Riverfront Community Center fitness programs contiued
PiYo Live - $5/class or $50/12-punch pass - Join certified instructor Rachel Smith as she combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility of flowing yoga movements. For teens and adults. Class is held Wednesday evenings at 5:45 p.m. and Saturday mornings at 9 a.m.
Riverfront Tae Kwon Do - Cost is $55/month for the first family member and $35/month for each additional family member - This popular martial art combines combat techniques, self-defense, sport and exercise. Text Master David Wrigley at 913-6834315 for information. Class is held Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 5:45 p.m. for ages 10 -14 and 6:45 p.m. for adults.
Stroller Strong Moms - Their mission is to “Sweat Like a Mother” known as SLAM, providing moms a unique, fun, challenging total-body workout. Led by Wanda Aviles, each class will include a warmup, running or walking with fitness stops, core
strengthening and stretching to close. For more information visit www.strollerstrongmoms.com or email Wanda at wanda@sweatlikeamother.com or call 864-723-4227. Classes held Monday-Friday mornings at the Riverfront Community Center from November through March.
Toddler Tyme - $2.50/child or $40/20-punch passChildren ages 5 and under are invited to the gym for open play time. Basketballs, tricycles and other fun toys are provided. Adult supervision required. Offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon.
WalkFit! is an in-room walking class that promotes cardio health, core strength, flexibility and balance. The class is perfect for seniors, those with limited mobility and those starting over with exercise. Come join the fun!
Maximum Class size is 15 Fees: $40 for 6 week program or $5 drop in fee Saturday, 9 -10 a.m.
Aquatics
Aquacise - Aquacise tones and sculpts your body with no impact to your joints. This popular water aerobics workout is a swimming blend of cardio and resistance training, and may incorporate resistance tools such as buoyant water weights and noodles. Until May 25 at the Riverfront Community Center pool: Classes are offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9 a.m. and afternoons at 1 p.m. Also on Monday and Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. After May 25 at Wollman Aquatic Center Aquatics classes are 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Cost is $5 per drop-in class. 20-Punch passes are also available, valid for any session, and does not expire.
Water Walking - Join Lori Mathews as you discover the benefits of water walking. The water provides resistance, making your muscles work harder to move forward. At the same time, it provides buoyancy, helping reduce strain to your joints. Changing your water walking routine keeps it interesting while allowing you to work different muscles as part of the exercise. Class is offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10:05 a.m. at the Riverfront Community Center. Cost is $5 per class or $50 for a 10-punch pass.
Aquatic Physical Therapy - Two local therapy offices offer aquatic therapy at our Riverfront Community Center indoor pool Preferred Physical Therapy, LLC, call 913-727-2022 or visit them at 712 First Terrace, Ste. 101, Lansing, KS. Select Physical Therapy, call 785-230-4490 or visit them at 100 E. Kansas St., Lansing, KS 66043.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Class
- Students will be certified in Lifeguarding, CPR, AED and First Aid. Prerequisite: Student must swim 300 yards non-stop using front crawl, breaststroke, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 9 feet of water. Minimum age is 15. Cost is $180 for residents or $200 for non-residents. Check our website or call 913-651-2132 for the next scheduled date.
Riverfront Community Center Pool Parties - Come celebrate your birthday or special event at the indoor pool! Prices vary for these events. Call 913-7586629 or email parksandrec@leavenworthks.gov for information and to check available dates.
Check our website for times or call 913-651-2132.
Riverfront Community Center pool - The indoor pool will be closed from May 25, 2026 to Sept. 7, 2026 while we make repairs and updates to the facility. During this time, Wollman Aquatic Center will be open for the season.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Group
Lessons - Certified instructors will teach students in a supportive environment in which to learn and obtain skills. Students must be registered for Tuesday/Thursday sessions by noon the Friday before the session is scheduled to begin, and by noon on Wednesdays for the Saturday sessions. Cost is $45 per child for residents or $55 per child for non-residents. Find a link on our event website to our new RecDesk for more information and to pay online https://lvksparksrec.recdesk.com/Community/ Member/Signup
Private Swimming Lessons - Based on availability with a total of 8 classes per session. Email parksandrec@leavenworthks.gov or call 913-7586629 to schedule. Private lessons are $40/class ($320 total per session); semi-private lessons (2 students) are $50/class ($400 total per session).
Riverfront Community Center Open Swim - The Riverfront Community Center is available for open swim when Wollman Aquatic Center is closed. Stop at the front desk to pay the cashier and sign in, then join the fun on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Check our website for more details.
Open Swim Schedule (until May 23)
· Friday - 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
· Saturday - 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
· Sunday - 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Leavenworth, Kansas
Wollman Aquatic Center 1300 Shawnee Street
Open Swim is 1 - 7:30 p.m. 7 days a week
Opens Memorial Day May 25
Open for Juneteenth and until 5 p.m. July 4
Open Swim Party Shelter (Day Shelter)
Wollman Aquatic Center has one shelter area inside the pool available for rent during open swim. Renting the shelter allows exclusive use of the space under the canopy. The shelter area is $50 for residents or $75 for non-residents for the day. You and your guests will receive a discounted admission rate. Email parksandrec@leavenworthks.gov or reserve online.
After-Hours Private Parties at Wollman Aquatic
Private, after-hours parties are available on Fridays and Saturdays during the summer months. Fees are $350 for 100 people with additional $40 for between 101-125 people and $60 for 126-150 people. Call 913-682-7946.
Wollman Aquatic Facility Regulations
Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied and supervised at all times by a person age 18 years or older.
Proper swim attire is required. No thongs, cut-offs, “sagging” or suits with belts, buckles, or rivets. No street clothes will be allowed past the breezeway. Improper conduct or profane language will not be tolerated.
No glass containers, food or beverages except water will be allowed in the facility.
Wollman Aquatic Center Fees
1300 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas, 913-682-7946 Resident Non-
Daily Admission (ages 3 and under) Free
Daily Admission (ages 4 and up)
10-Punch Pass
Individual Season Pass
Household Season Pass (up to 4 people)*
Additional Household (5 or more people, each)*
Little Nemos (kiddie pool for 5 and under) T/TH 9:30 to 11 a.m. only - Fee for swimmer only
Replacement Cards for Season Passes
*Season passes drop to 1/2 price after July 31.
Swim diapers are mandatory for non-toilet trained persons. Management reserves the right to refuse admittance to or eject from the center premises any person failing to comply with these and other posted health and safety regulations.
The air temperature must be at least 72 degrees Fahrenheit to open. (Open Swimming and After-hour parties only)
U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets are the only flotation device allowed in facility. Must have a visible stamp of U.S. Coast Guard.
Movie night at the pool
Family Night at the Dive-In at Wollman Aquatic Center - Saturday, August 1, 2026 - 9 to 11:30 p.m.
Join us for a family event at Wollman Aquatic Center. We'll show a family-friendly film at 9 p.m. This is a great way to keep cool on a hot summer night! Food: Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase through our vending machines or participating vendors. Please, no outside food or drinks.
Flotation Devices: For this event, you may bring your favorite float to the pool.” *Note: This is not an open swim event. This is a special summer event for family time and movie watching.* $8/advance ticket - available online (convenience fees apply) $10/person at the gate (if space is available).
Adult Dive-In Movie at Wollman Aquatic CenterSaturday, August 15, 2026 - 9 p.m. This special event is just for adults (21 and over). Bring your favorite float and cool off while watching the feature presentation. Get all your friends together for this fun outing. Valid ID required to enter this event. - Vendors selling adult beverages will be on site. Food: We'll have snack and drink options available to purchase either through our vending machines or participating vendors. Please, no outside food or drinks. Floatation Devices: For this event, you may bring your favorite float to the pool. *Note: This is not an open swim event. This is a special summer event for movie watching.* * $8/advance ticket - available online (convenience fees apply) $10/person at the gate (if space is available).
Leavenworth Parks and Recreation
123 S. Esplanade
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Calendar of Events
Indoor Adult Dive-In Movie - February 21 at 123 S. Esplanade (Riverfront Community Center) – This special event is just for adults (21 and over). Bring your favorite float and cool off while watching the feature presentation. Valid ID required to enter this event. From 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Cost $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Convenience fees if paying with a credit card.
is back Sept. 18-19, 2026!
Easter Festival and Egg Hunt - March 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. - Join us at 10th Avenue Park for this free event. Easter festivities including games, activities, face painting, bounce houses, music, food vendors and of course the Easter Bunny! Bring your Easter Basket for the Egg Hunt. If you find a Golden Egg, turn it in to the Parks and Recreation table for a special prize! Specially geared for children 12 and under. Egg hunt begins at 2:30 p.m. sharp! No registration required.
Arbor Day Celebration - On April 24, Parks staff will plant a tree to honor a local individual or group. Tree planting time and location will be online.
Touch-A-Truck - Friday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Bring the kids to this free event at Leavenworth Landing Park and see the many kinds of trucks working in and around our community. Kids get a hands-on opportunity to explore, crawl through, and even honk the horn of the hard-working big rigs of the City and surrounding communities. Stop in the gym at Riverfront Community Center (south entrance) and check out the bounce houses, toys, music and free popcorn. Then head across the street to the C. W. Parker Carousel Museum for free rides.
Camp Leavenworth