Shawnee Parks & Recreation is in a constant state of growth. From routine maintenance to new facilities, programs and events. Due to current supply chain issues, many projects are taking longer than usual. We will provide updates on projects and facility closures here and on our social media channels. 

Erfurt Park Playground Resurfacing
March-April 2025

The wood mulch safety surfacing is being replaced with bonded rubber safety surfacing. This project is expected to be complete the week of April 7th. Erfurt Park playground was the last remaining wood mulch playground in Shawnee.

Garrett Park Renovations
Scheduled to begin in June 2025

Garrett Park will close for renovations on June 1st, 2025. Renovations will include a new playground, field and trail maintence, and new outdoor workout equipment off of Monticello where the smaller playground currently stand. More details can be found on the project webpage. As the project begins, we will provide additional updates on the project timeline on this page and our social media websites. 


  Funding from the Parks & Pipes sales tax made this project possible. 

Gum Springs Park Renovations
Completed in Spring 2024

Gum Springs Park was renovated in 2023-2024. The park renovations will included a new playground, replacement of the backstops and fencing on all four baseball fields, and replacement of the asphalt trail with an eight foot wide concrete trail. The new playground features the first of its kind in North America from Berliner Play Equipment. The highlight is the Lunia, a hot air balloon that stands over 30 feet tall.  The safety surfacing is a bonded rubber. The park re-opend on February 23, 2024.


  Funding from the Parks & Pipes sales tax made this project possible.