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Published October 24, 2009 10:51 am - As the city of Joplin goes about seeking ideas and suggestions for future park and recreation amenities in Joplin, we would recommend working closely with Joplin School District officials.

In Our View: Combine efforts



As the city of Joplin goes about seeking ideas and suggestions for future park and recreation amenities in Joplin, we would recommend working closely with Joplin School District officials.

Plans for the second phase of development of the 100-acre athletic complex at 3301 W. First St. are about to get under way. The city is holding a meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday to seek public input. The meeting, and we’re sure more like them, will be used to make a decision on whether to ask voters to renew a quarter-cent sales tax for parks and stormwater projects.

That tax expires in 2012 and has financed about $10 million worth of park projects since 2002.

It’s likely the school district has a wish list of its own for Joplin students, and it’s possible that tax dollars could be saved if long-range planning was combined.

An indoor aquatic center has been mentioned by several Joplin residents, and we know the school district needs a place for its swim team to compete.

A cross-country course could be used by the high school and the public alike. In fact, we think there’s lots of room for partnerships.

We support efforts to add more to the quality of life for Joplin-area residents. One of the best investments a city can make is in a first-class park system. At the same time, we would urge members of taxing entities to remember the limits of local pocketbooks.

The best time for those efforts to be combined are during these early planning sessions. What does the city need? What does the school district need?

Is there a way to serve both?

We would encourage residents to attend the Monday meeting or make suggestions to the city in writing. We look forward to hearing what you have to say.



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