The Raytown Parks & Recreation Department was established under its own Board of Directors for the following purposes:

To serve the residents of Raytown and the general public by providing:
A pleasant, safe, and well-maintained parks, recreational facilities, and equipment at a reasonable cost to the participant.
A variety of recreational programs that are designed, scheduled and staffed to maximize accessibility.
To provide a working environment for its staff that promotes safety, open communication, and fair treatment.
To provide the City of Raytown and it's taxpayers a department that effectively and efficiently uses its funding and resources to generate a sense of pride in the community.