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Parks & Recreation
The facilities within the Muscatine Parks and Recreation system host a multitude of events throughout the year. This schedule does change quite frequently as events are added, deleted and/or edited. Please check back often for updates!
Parks & Recreation Department
Functions
The Parks and Recreation Department oversees various area recreational facilities including:
- 17-diamond ballpark (Kent Stein Park)
- All park spaces
- Municipal Golf Course
- Muscatine Aquatic Center
- Muscatine Soccer Complex
Parks & Recreation Department
Responsibilities
The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the following areas:
- Boat harbor / marina
- Greenwood Cemetery
- Mowing of the public rights of way
- Street Trees
- Youth and adult recreation / aquatic programming
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Richard Klimes
Parks & Recreation Director
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Nick Gow
Assistant Director Parks and Recreation
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Blake Allington
Program Supervisor
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Melissa Baker
Park Maintenance Supervisor
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Brett Parcher
Golf Course Supervisor
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Jennifer Eagle
Office Coordinator
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City offices closed Monday; refuse schedule updated
In observance of President’s Day — a federal holiday honoring the legacy and leadership of the nation’s presidents — City of Muscatine offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. Read on... -
Morning Free Time unavailable Feb. 16 at Musco Sports Center
Morning free-time hours at the Musco Sports Center will be canceled on Monday, Feb. 16, due to a special event scheduled from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read on... -
Changes to city Code to be discussed by Council Tuesday
For the second consecutive week, the Muscatine City Council will hold two meetings Tuesday, beginning with an in-depth session at 5:30 p.m., followed by a budget session at approximately 6:30 p.m. Read on... -
Council to hold back-to-back meetings February 3
The Muscatine City Council will convene for two meetings on Tuesday, Feb. 3. The council’s regular session is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., followed by a budget session at approximately 6:30 p.m. Read on... -
City warns public of phishing scam targeting local businesses
Local businesses and residents are being urged to stay alert following reports of a phishing scam impersonating the City of Muscatine Planning and Zoning Commission. Read on... -
Sports Center memberships do not replace free-use times
There has been some confusion about whether memberships will replace the free-use hours at the Musco Sports Center. To be clear, free time will continue to be available to all patrons, regardless of whether they have a membership. Read on... -
Musco Sports Center memberships are now available
The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department is excited to introduce new membership packages for the Musco Sports Center, offering residents expanded access to the community’s premier indoor recreation facility. Read on... -
Preserve Muscatine’s Past, Guide Its Future: Board Vacancies Now Open
The City of Muscatine is inviting residents to apply for open positions on the Historic Preservation Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Read on...
Contact Us
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Department of
Parks & Recreation
215 Sycamore St.
Muscatine, IA 52761
Ph: 563.263.0241
Fx: 563.264.0750Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm"Like" Us
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Adopt
A Park
If you would like to offer assistance in taking care of a park please fill out the Adopt a Park form (PDF). Return it to the Parks and Recreation Department office in City Hall and begin helping keep your community beautiful and clean!
Walking Club
Visit the Muscatine Walking Club page and register to be part of the "Million Minute" challenge!
Emerald Ash Borer Plan
View the City of Muscatine’s Emerald Ash Borer Plan (PDF)