A multi-year study of a potential Community Center Campus in Harmon Park has ended. The study was a joint venture between the City of Prairie Village, YMCA of Greater Kansas City, and Johnson County Library to explore the feasibility of a community center campus in Harmon Park to replace the aging Paul Henson Family YMCA and the Library’s Corinth Branch. The study was brought about by two market sustainability studies conducted in 2019 and 2023 that showed community support for building a new community center.

The most recent study phase of the project included three community engagement meetings and multiple community questionnaires intended to gather input on project interest, potential amenities, site location and design, and analyze project costs. Anticipated costs for the potential community center, including 10 acres of site development, new outdoor aquatic pool house, and the relocation of the tennis courts was estimated at $55 million.

The study’s final public meeting was held October 15, 2024. After the conclusion of the study, the Prairie Village City Council considered public feedback and overall study outcomes. During a City Council meeting October 21, 2024, the Council voted to cease pursuit of the project. 

As a result of this action, the YMCA and the Library will independently explore next steps for their respective facilities.