Missouri Department Of Conservation Northwest Regional Office

A two time finalist for the National Recreation and Park Association s Gold Medal Award Program, the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department was officially established as the Lawrence Recreation Commission in 1946. It was founded to fulfill the mission of providing excellent city services that enhance the quality of life for the Lawrence, Kan., community. The department encompasses services related to parks and recreation, hiking and biking trails, recreation facility operations, golf, forestry, landscaping throughout the community, cemetaries and other quality of life programs. Additionally, The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department operates several indoor facilities, including an aquatic center, and a park system that includes more than 50 parks.

The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) operates several facilities including Lansing Correctional Facility, where they focus on rehabilitation and community reintegration programs for residents. The department emphasizes innovative initiatives such as animal husbandry, food production projects, and educational programs aimed at fostering positive behavioral changes and skills among individuals incarcerated. KDOC partners with various organizations to enhance the well-being of residents and strengthen family connections, such as through music concerts and child-friendly visitation areas. These efforts are part of KDOC's broader mission to promote second chances and improve opportunities for individuals transitioning back into society. Generated from the website