THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF PINE RIDGE BUSINESS PARK

August 2022

The new Lenexa Justice Center at Britton Street and Prairie Star Parkway will meet the future space and programming needs of the Lenexa Police Department and Lenexa Municipal Court. Lenexa’s current building has reached the end of its useful life, and the new facility will enhance security, training, communications, dispatch and records and evidence storage. Operations will continue out of the current Public Safety Complex until construction is complete, which is anticipated to be late 2023 or early 2024. 

New features planned for the Justice Center include:

• Appropriate facilities for mental health co-responders to conduct outreach and follow up on calls

• A separate, modern space for special unit victims to meet detectives in a safe and comfortable environment

• A public meeting room to host community events

• A state-of-the-art communications center for dispatchers 

• Police officer training facilities

A central location in the community 

The new centralized site will make it easier for residents to access services like walk-in reports, fingerprints, detective interviews and court services. Police response times will not be affected, as patrol officers are assigned specific districts to patrol. A centrally located facility will also give police the best opportunity to provide faster response time as backup on calls and will cut down on time to get back and forth from the facility when critical incidents unfold.  

The Lenexa Community Orchestra performs free concerts for the community each summer. The orchestra, which began in 2017 as a program of the Lenexa Arts Council, is made up of volunteer musicians and is led by conductor Richard Ryan.

Play music with us

Our goal is to build a community of artists who want to create music together. Applications for volunteer musicians are accepted from February to May for each summer concert season. Find additional information and apply online through the City's volunteer center. Questions may be directed to Susanne Neely, 

sneely@lenexa.com, 913.477.7131.

**We are no longer accepting applications for the 2022 season.**

Concert schedule 

All concerts begin at 7 p.m. and take place at Community Covenant Church, 15700 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Lenexa, KS 66219. Admission is free.

Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022

Giuseppe Verdi: 

Overture to "Nabucco"

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: 

Romeo and Juliet

Franz Schubert: 

Symphony 4, "Tragic"

Sponsorship opportunities and contact information

If your company is interested in being a sponsor, or for more information about the Lenexa Community Orchestra, please contact Susanne Neely, Lenexa Arts Council liaison, at 

sneely@lenexa.com.

PARK SHELTERS

What a perfect time to rent a shelter!

Park shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis, unless they are already reserved. To rent a shelter, you must do so in person at the Lenexa Rec Center, 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy., Parks and Recreation desk. Hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

We begin accepting rental reservations on a first-come, first-served basis for the current year at 8:00 a.m. on the first business day in January. If you arrive before 8:00 a.m., please check in at the Welcome Desk (Rec Center opens at 5:00 a.m.) and enter your name and event date(s) on the sign-in sheet to reserve your place in line. Return to the lobby by 7:45 a.m., and staff will call your name in the order listed.

You will be asked to pay applicable fees (see below) and sign a rental agreement.

• The resident rate applies to residents and businesses who pay Lenexa property taxes. If you would like to qualify for the resident rate, please bring a valid driver’s license or a photo ID and current utility bill in your name.

To check availability, call 913.477.7100 or email parksandrec@lenexa.com.

Rental times

We offer shelter reservations in the following time blocks:

• Half day: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Half day: 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Full day: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Rental fees

When you rent a shelter, you are reserving the use of the shelter and its amenities only. This includes tables, grills, cement pad, deck area and fire pit. Playgrounds, restrooms, open areas, courts and parking lots remain open to be used by other park guests.

Oak Shelter (Black Hoof Park) AND

Grand Pavilion (Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park)     Half Day   Full Day 

Lenexa resident discount                    $150      $300 

Regular rate                                        $200    $400

Gazebo (Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park  2-hour maximum between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m.

Lenexa resident discount                     $50 

Regular rate                                            $75

All other shelters                          Half Day   Full Day 

Lenexa resident discount                 $50      $100 

Regular rate                                          $75     $150

Special event permit

A Special Event Permit will be required for events that need more space than the shelter area can provide, e.g. walk-a-thons, large private events, etc. LPRD must approve the Special Event Permit, and an additional fee may apply.

Special Event Permit Application

Please adhere to the parking lot capacity when you are planning larger events. 

Alcohol policy

Shelter alcohol permits are $25 and only apply to beer and wine.

• You must be the renter and at least 21 years old.
• The permit will cover all guests at the shelter.
• You must complete a Shelter Alcohol Permit application when you make your reservation.
• If you are having 250 or more guests at one time and would like beer and/or wine at your event, you are required to have an off-duty Lenexa police officer on duty.
• Alcohol is prohibited at Craig Crossing Park.

Other policies

• Restrooms: Our park restrooms are open from mid-April through the end of October, depending on freezing temperatures. From November through mid-April, you will have access to portable toilets (exception: Matt Taylor Park). We unlock restrooms starting at 5 a.m. and lock them starting at 9 p.m.
• Electricity Outlets: Maximum of 20 amps for the entire shelter. If too many items are plugged in and the breaker is tripped, issue will not be resolved until the next business day. Please rely on batteries and generators when exceeding 20 amps.
• Lights: From mid-April to end of October, shelter lights will turn on automatically at 6 p.m. unless it is still light out. The timer will be overridden if it’s still light out and lights will not turn on until it is dark enough. Lights will not turn on before 6 p.m. From end of October to mid-April, lights will turn on around 4:30 p.m. Shelter lights are dim, and guests are welcome to bring LED lanterns (no flames).
• Noise: Amplified music or sound is prohibited beyond the shelter area.
• Decorations are allowed as long as they are tied with twine or zip ties. Nails, staples, screws, cellophane, Command hooks, or any other adhesive material are prohibited.
• Following your event, please make sure your shelter is clean and cleared of trash on the tables and ground. Please remove all decorations. Our staff will empty the trash and clean the grills after your event.
• If you need to cancel your reservation, you must email parksandrec@lenexa.com at least 31 days before, or you will forfeit your fees.
• We do not give refunds due to inclement weather. However, you can move your reservation date if a new date is available.

Friday Night Sound Bites

Friday nights just got better! The Public Market’s Friday Night Sound Bites series is back for the outdoor season. Join us for free, live music and rotating, local food trucks on the patio every Friday night.

Food and drinks are available for purchase from the Public Market merchants and guest food trucks outside. Patio seating is available, but we encourage BYOC—bring your own chair.

Hours will be adjusted throughout the season to avoid cool spring/fall nights and beat the summer heat.  Aug. 12–Oct. 28 

Date and Time August 5, 2022 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Location 8750 PENROSE LN., LENEXA, KS 66219

•   The Suburbans

No tickets necessary. Come and go or stay until close. Grab a friend, get some grub and groove into the weekend.

MOVIES IN THE PARK

Select Fridays from May–September 2022

Location: Location: Electric Park, 9305 Loiret Blvd., Lenexa, KS 66219

Schedule: 

• Yard games: 7 p.m.
• Live music: 8 p.m.
• Movie starts:  (8:30 p.m.)

Time:  8:30 p.m.

• Free admission
• Free parking
• Restrooms available

Pack your lawn chairs and blankets and bring your family to enjoy an evening under the stars at one of our Movie in the Park events.

Dogs are welcome. 

Friday, August 26, 2022

Time:  8:30 pm 

The Karate Kid (1984, Rated PG)

A heartwarming family drama about a troubled young boy's touching friendship with an Orca whale who is the star attraction at his local adventure park.

Presented in partnership with Johnson County Library.

Contact Information and Cancellations

Sarah Hirst, 913.477.7139, ssooter@lenexa.com

To stay notified of event cancellations, call our notification line at 913.477.7170.

Event Sponsors 

Sponsorship opportunities

For sponsorship information, contact Marisa Shartzer, mshartzer@lenexa.com.  

KC Royal's Games

Aug1 - Mon - ROYALS @ White Sox 7:10 PM

Aug 2 - Tue - ROYALS @ White Sox 7:10 PM

Aug 3 - Wed - ROYALS @ White Sox 1:10 PM

Aug 4 - Thu - Red Sox vs. ROYALS 7:10 PM

Aug 5 - Fri - Red Sox vs. ROYALS 7:10 PM

Aug 6 - Sat - Red Sox vs. ROYALS 6:10 PM

Aug 7 - Sun - Red Sox vs. ROYALS 1:10 PM

Aug 9 - Tue - White Sox vs. ROYALS 3:10 PM

Aug 9 - Tue - White Sox vs. ROYALS TBD PM

Aug 10 - Wed - White Sox vs. ROYALS 7:10 PM

Aug 11 - Thu - White Sox  vs. ROYALS 1:10 PM

Aug 12 - Fri - Dodgers vs. ROYALS 7:10 PM

Aug 13 - Sar - Dodgers vs. ROYALS 6:10 PM

Aug 14 - Sun - Dodgers vs. ROYALS 1:10 PM

Aug 15 - Mon - ROYALS @ Twins 6:40 PM

Aug 16 - Tue - ROYALS @ Twins 6:40 PM

Aug 17 - Wed - ROYALS @ Twins 12:10 PM

Aug 18 - Thu - ROYALS @ Rays 6:10 PM

Aug 19 - Fri - ROYALS @ Rays 6:10 PM

Aug 20 - Sat - ROYALS @ Rays 3:10 PM

Aug 21 - Sun - ROYALS @ Rays 12:40 PM

Aug 22 - Mon - White Sox vs. ROYALS 1:10 PM

Aug 23 - Tue - D-backs vs. ROYALS 7:10 PM

Aug 24 - Wed - D-backs vs. ROYALS 7:10 PM

Aug 26 - Fri - Padres vs. ROYALS 7:10 PM

Aug 27 - Sat - Padres vs. ROYALS 6:10 PM

Aug 28 - Sun - Padres vs. ROYALS 1:10 PM

Aug 30 - Tue ROYALS @ White Sox 7:10 PM

Aug 31 - Tue ROYALS @ White Sox 7:10 PM

You could possibly win two tickets and a parking pass through a drawing we do for tenants that turn in their HVAC records to kpogue@blockllc.com

if applicable.

International Lottery Day!

Saturday 8/27/2022

National Beach Day!

Tuesday 8/30/2022

Brett Young

Aug 11 • 7:00pm  

KC Live! at the Power & Light District

Kansas City, MO

TINY TOT TRIATHLON

Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022

9:30 to 11 a.m.

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park, 87th Street Parkway & Lackman Road, Lenexa, KS 66215

• (Enter at 87th Street Parkway and Greenway Lane; park near the community gardens)
• Ages 3 to 9



Kids ages 3–9 years old will bike, get wet, run and go down an inflatable slide on their way to the finish line! Parent assistance is required, as the participants can pick the course of their choice: Beginner (bike 709 feet, run 674 feet) or Intermediate (bike 814 feet, run 735 feet) and getting wet towards the end, as each course has a designated water slide. All participants will receive a medal at the finish line.

Bring These Items

• Colored wristband that corresponds with your time frame (which will be mailed to you a week in advance).
• Bicycle or tricycle
• Helmet
• Tennis shoes
• Comfortable clothes that can get wet
• Swim diaper (if your child is still in diapers or pull-ups)
• Towel
• Change of clothes (for the ride home)

Check-in, Course Time and Leaving

• There will be no check-in the day of the event.
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• Wear the colored wristband that correspond with your selected time frame (which will be mailed to you a week before the event).
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• Arrive no more than 10 minutes before the time frame your child is signed up for.
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• Once the 20-minute time frame is over, please head to your car, so we can prepare for the next group.

Rules

• Do not leave your bicycle or tricycle unattended during the event, as we are not responsible for any damage or theft.
• An adult is required to accompany your child along the course.
• Spectators are welcome to watch in the grass outside of the course, but please do not enter the trail or the inside grass area of the course.
• Kids can complete the course as many times as they want during their allotted time frame.
• Kids will receive a medal as they cross the finish line.

Event Sponsors 

• St. Paul's United Methodist Church
• The Learning Experience

For sponsorship information, contact Marisa Shartzer, mshartzer@lenexa.comContact Information and Cancellations

Sarah Hirst, 913.477.7139, shirst@lenexa.com

To stay notified of event cancellations, call our notification line at 913.477.7170.

Registration

• Cost is $5 per kid. 

• During the registration process, you'll pick a specific time frame to attend (9:30–9:50 a.m., 10–10:20 a.m., 10:30–10:50 a.m.).

• About one week before the event, you'll be mailed colored wristbands that correspond with your selected time frame. To register online see below.

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This easy and refreshing summer sangria with watermelon and pineapple is a fun twist on sangria that utilizes fresh summer produce.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle Moscato wine (750 ml)
• 1/2 C brandy
• 1 lime, thinly sliced
• 2 C Del Monte® watermelon, cubed and cold
• 2 C Del Monte Gold® Extra Sweet Pineapple, cubed and cold
• lemon lime soda, for serving
• ice cubes

Instructions

1. Pour the wine and brandy into a pitcher and stir to combine. Add the sliced lime, watermelon, and pineapple.
2. To serve, place some of the fruit in a glass with ice. Pour the sangria over the ice and top with lemon lime soda.

Notes

For the fruit, use Del Monte Fresh pre-cut watermelon spears and pre-cut pineapple.  These can be found in the produce section.  You can make this easy sangria with watermelon and pineapple up to two hours before serving or you can drink it immediately.

Pine Ridge Building E-1

8341-8375 Melrose Drive

Total Building Size: 41,285 SF

Call 816-756-1400 for pricing.

8343 Melrose Drive

Space Available: 2,125 SF

1,173 SF Office

952 SF warehouse

Space Type: Industrial

8357 Melrose Drive

Space Available: 2,539 SF

1,721 SF Office

818 SF warehouse

Space Type: Industrial

8373-8375 Melrose Drive

Space Available: 6,808 SF

4,801 SF Office

2,007 SF warehouse

Space Type: Industrial

Pine Ridge Building J

10453 - 10513 W 84th Terrace

Total Building Size: 32,229 SF

Call 816-756-1400 for pricing.

10457 W 84th Terrace

Space Available: 7,365 SF

5,186 Office SF

Space Type: Industrial

Pine Ridge Building 5

Total Building Size: 61,756 SF

Call 816-756-1400 for pricing.

7923 Nieman Rd

Space Available: 11,000 SF

4,900 Office SF

6,100 Warehouse SF

Space Type: Industrial