Center Park Board Committee

10/26/2025

A Message from the Center Park Board

Dear Center Community,

After many years of working together to improve Center Park, our Board has made the difficult decision to disband. This choice comes with mixed emotions, as Center Park has been such a meaningful part of our community and our lives.

We want to sincerely thank everyone who has supported the park over the years — from volunteers and donors to families who came out for events and everyday fun. Your time, generosity, and spirit have kept the park thriving and welcoming for all.

As we close this chapter, the Board members have decided to donate our remaining funds to local community organizations that continue to serve and strengthen our town. We’re proud to know these proceeds will keep doing good right here at home.
We have chosen the following Organizations to donate to:
◦ City of Center to update the dugouts at the ball field
◦ Ralls County Food Pantry
◦ Center Fire Department
◦ Ralls County Library
◦ Ralls County Tiger Cub Booster Club
◦ Centerettes
◦ Groovy Gardeners
◦ City of Center for next Park Board

Thank you again for your continued love and support of Center Park Board. It’s been an honor to serve this community and to share in so many wonderful memories together.

With gratitude,
The Center Park Board
Crystal Kelch
Jessica Howald
Matt Kelch
Darrah McMillen
Lara Daugherty

07/22/2025

There will be no Center Park Day this year due to not having enough members to put it on. However, there will still be a pageant on August 2nd. Please contact Debbie Stratton if you have any questions or would like to participate. Let’s keep this tradition going!

04/18/2025

04/17/2025

***Update: Still accepting bids as of June 20, 2025***

Center Park Board is currently seeking bids to complete a covered 12x14 bbq area on the West side of Center Park. Please contact Crystal Kelch at 573-822-2085 with any questions. Bids will be accepted until May 31, 2025.

04/17/2025

Center Park Board is currently seeking bids for the installation of a new playground surround on the southeast side of the park and spread 3600 sq ft of rubber mulch received from grant at the playground areas on the East side of Center Park. The job must be completed by June 1, 2025. Bids will be accepted until April 30, 2025. If you wish to submit a bid, please contact Crystal Kelch at 573-822-2085.