About Us

Formation of the Derby Recreation Commission

In the April 1980 general election, the citizens of USD 260 voted to create a 1 mill levy tax assessment for the establishment of an organized recreation program throughout USD 260. The vote was made possible through a joint resolution drawn by the City of Derby and the USD 260 board in accordance with state statutes.

The Derby Recreation Commission is an autonomous governmental body governed by a five-member board. The board is appointed by the city of Derby (two members) the school board (two members) and an at-large appointment.

Mission Statement

Creating happiness and lifelong personal growth.

Vision Statement
Inspire the highest quality of life through exceptional experiences.

Core Values:

Serving Others
Teamwork
Driving Change
Being Unique
Genuine Communication
Embracing Community

The Derby Rec is comprised of three facilities, Derby Rec Center, Oaklawn Activity Center, and Hubbard Arts Center. Derby Rec Center and Oaklawn Activity Center are recreation facilities with lots to offer in ways of working out or recreating at large whether its on your own or by participating in a paid program or class. The Hubbard Arts Center is a facility programmed by the DRC for arts, culinary, sound recording, camps, and more.

2019 Annual Report
2020 Annual Report
2021 Annual Report

Meetings

6:00pm
Second Tuesday of the month
Derby Recreation Center
801 E. Market Derby, KS 67037
To speak at a DRC Board Meeting, click here for the Public Forum request and return to the DRC prior to the meeting you wish to speak at.

The Derby Recreation Commission has scheduled its Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing on August 23, 2022 at 5:45pm and the Budget Hearing on August 23, 2022 at 6:00pm at the Derby Recreation Center 801 East Market, Derby KS. Attached are publications that appeared in the Derby Informer.
DRC Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing Notification
DRC Budget Hearing Notification