Current Projects
Bandshell Restoration
The original bandshell was dedicated on July 26th, 1934. In 1977-1978 many volunteers worked to put in a sprinkler system, new sidewalks, new grass and trees and overall cleanup of the park. Existing structures in the park include rock pillar entrances, the water fountain, the cement flag, the rose bowl and the bandshell.
The City plans to submitt another application to the Kansas Historical Society in the fall 2011. With the help of the grant and private donations the bandshell restoration will begin.
Digital Equipment for the Theater
The theater board raised over $41,000 in donations for the digital equipment at the theater and have a lease/purchase agreement to fund the rest of the project. A very big thanks to the board and to all the people who donated money to this project. If you would like more information about digital equipment or would like to make a donation to the theater, please click here.
St Francis Community Foundation
Since the fire at the Good Samaritan Village in St. Francis on October 19, 2010, the community has become acutely aware of the importance of "Good Sam" to our community. The St Francis community Foundation and the Bird City Century II Development Foundation have set up a fund for donations for the betterment of Cheyenne County. Click here to view the St Francis Community Foundation website
Boy Scout & Girl Scout Hut
The new windows and doors are installed. The "cabin" look siding is all most finished. The next project is updating the bathroom. The Girl Scouts made curtains and will help with other interior projects. For more information, contact Kris Blair at 332-3084.
River Walk
The City of St Francis, the Keller Family and the Cheyenne County wildlife are working to expand the Riverwalk north of town.
New Swimming Pool Project
Currently in the preliminary planning stage. The City is accepting cash or other types of donations for the new swimming pool. The City office has been collecting grocery receipts from Sainty Super and accumulated enough to qualify for a $1,000 donation. We are currently working on getting enough Sainty Super receipts for a second $1,000! To make a donation to the new pool fund, please contact the city office at 332-3142.
New Playground Equipment
Children have been enjoying the new playground equipment at the park
behind the county courthouse. The
project was a join effort of the
Chamber of Commerce and the
City of St. Francis
Frisbee (or disc) Golf
Metal baskets and signs are up at the roadside park near the Cheyenne County Museum on US 36. Kary Zweygardt, owner of Zero's youth center, raised money through private donations and the St Francis Recreation Commission.
If you are interested in making a donation to any project, please contact the City Office at 785-332-3142 for more information.