There are numerous public parks, pools, golf courses, historical sites and public lakes with fishing and camping facilities in and around Kansas City. Both stadiums are easily accessible from I-70, and parking facilities are plentiful. Kansas City is known as the City of Fountains. There are five public high schools in the immediate area, two parochial schools and various private schools. A new subdivision has been developed adjacent to the NWS office, with other subdivisions scattered throughout the area.
Acreages are available, and cover a wide range of prices.
A personal vehicle is a necessity since no public transportation is available to the office. Missouri has a graduated income tax structure.