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Council adopts standards of care for city elementary recreation programs

Missouri City Council · April 20, 2026
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Summary

The council unanimously adopted an ordinance updating Article 7 of Chapter 74 (standards of care) that sets the city's minimum safety and programming standards for elementary-age recreation programs, after a brief presentation by Parks and Recreation Director Donnie Hayes.

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance continuing Article 7 of Chapter 74 of the Missouri City Code, which contains the city’s minimum standards of care for elementary-age recreation programs. Donnie Hayes, the city’s Director of Parks and Recreation, told the council the standards are an annual requirement tied to state guidance and focus on participant safety and program quality.

"Tonight we're here to consider our standards of care which is annually approved by city council, as required by the state," Donnie Hayes said, describing the standards as "minimum standards for the safety and care of our participants." Mayor Pro Tem Clouser moved for adoption; Councilor Morriley seconded, and the City Secretary announced the motion carried unanimously. The ordinance was adopted as a formal council action.