Blue Valley Recreation

Exceeded 600,000 total spectators at programs, events and tournaments What do these services cost the average taxpayer? The property tax supporting Blue Valley Recreation is less than $5 per month on a home valued at $300,000. Of my total property tax bill, what portion goes to Blue Valley Recreation? What do my taxes pay for? The mill levy for the... 1986-12 budget marked the first increase in seven years. Blue Valley homeowners have experienced a 36.5% reduction in their taxes paid to Blue Valley Rec since 2000-01. User fees and non-tax revenues primarily support recreation programs. Tax revenues generally pay for facility-related expenses. Facility-related expenses include lease service, improvements, some administration, and a portion of the maintenance on facilities. What is Blue Valley Recs relationship to the Blue Valley School District? Under Kansas State Statutes, voters formed Blue Valley Recreation Commission in 1986 to provide local recreation programs under the auspices of the Blue Valley School Board. Blue Valley Rec is a separate entity; the Board of Education certifies the Commissions budget and appoints commissioners. The great partnership with the Blue Valley School District allows Blue Valley Rec to contain costs to patrons. Does Overland Park, Johnson County or Leawood offer the same services as Blue Valley Recreation in the Blue Valley District? Typically, no. It is important to remember the Blue Valley community initiated the Commission to provide recreational opportunities the community felt were not adequately provided. Blue Valley Rec collaborates with other agencies to avoid duplication and optimize facilities and programs. Listed below are conditions that enable the services of these agencies to dovetail and complement each other. Differences in Mission: The missions differ considerably between Blue Valley Rec and these parks and recreation entities in that the Blue Valley Recs emphasis is on programming, while the county and two cities emphasize facilities such as community centers, ...Read More