Together We Can

Livingston and Park County have a long, proud and shared history. People here believe in community. They believe in each other. But those beliefs are challenged by the realities of an aging population, a seasonally-driven economy, limited options for young people outside of school-based activities, and a loss of opportunities for neighbors to connect with one another. Each is a threat to the sense of community that Livingston is built upon. That, in turn, is a threat to Livingston as a whole.

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The City of Livingston’s recreation department is working to counteract those effects. Through countless fitness programs, sports leagues, athletic opportunities, arts and crafts classes, and interest-based courses, the programs it offers creates the experiences needed to improve health, develop skills, and make connections that enhance families, build friendships, and foster the community as a whole. But the facilities in which those programs are offered are a threat to those programs themselves.

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This isn’t a question of “if,” it is a matter of “when”; because when the pool fails and when the gymnasium is inoperative, programs will be cut with little chance of revival.

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So instead of asking “when,” it is time to ask “how.” How will we preserve the City-provided learning and recreation programs so many rely upon? How will we ensure kids have a safe place to learn about teamwork, self-discipline, and hard work? How will we help seniors stay active and connected? How will we protect and provide for the health of this community?

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We will do it together. We will do it by building the 4 Ranges Wellness Center, a place where community is built, nurtured, and preserved for generations to come.