The Parsons Recreation Commission staff announced Monday that it would keep the municipal pool closed this summer, enforce state-wide temporary closures of the community centers and also cancel team sports and larger events and programs.

Parks, trails, open areas and most playgrounds remain open, but other programs, including themed camps, team sports, and annual events are canceled. PRC is following broad guidance from Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, the CDC and other area communities that have also closed their pools and limited programming this summer.

PRC said it would be focusing its efforts this summer on virtual programming, deferred maintenance projects and upkeep of properties.