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Planeview United, originally a war housing neighborhood, has developed into a vibrant community shaped by diverse immigrant groups in Wichita, Kansas, United States. Located in Sedgwick County.

Geography

Planeview United is located 37°38'33.3"N 97°17'41.3"W. On the southeastern edge of Wichita, near McConnell Air Force Base and Interstate 35.

History

The neighborhood was originally constructed during World War II to house workers at the nearby Boeing factory, Planeview United and other similar communities like Hilltop Manor and Beechwood were intended to be temporary. While Hilltop Manor and Planeview have persisted, Beechwood was eventually dismantled. Today, Planeview United stands as a reminder of this era, facing challenges related to aging infrastructure and changing demographics. In the aftermath of the Vietnam War, many Southeast Asian refugees sought asylum in the United States. Planeview, with its supportive community and affordable housing, became a destination for some of these refugees. Resettlement agencies like the International Rescue Committee played a crucial role in assisting these newcomers, providing housing, employment assistance, and cultural orientation.

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Culture

Cultural Contributions The Cambodian community has enriched Planeview's cultural landscape. Traditional Cambodian festivals, such as Khmer New Year, are celebrated with colorful parades, music, and delicious food. The Wichita Cambodian Buddhist Society is a buddhist nonprofit organization in Wichita, KS that was founded in 2003.

Demographics: A population of 3,723, with many families and a liberal lean Housing: Competitive housing prices, and most residents rent their homes

Economic Impact From the lands of Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia, immigrants have made significant contributions to the local economy. Many have established small businesses, ranging from grocery stores to restaurants. Others have found employment in various sectors, such as manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Their hard work and entrepreneurial spirit have helped to revitalize the neighborhood.

Challenges and Triumphs Like many immigrant communities, Cambodians in Planeview have faced challenges such as language barriers, cultural adjustment, and discrimination. However, they have also overcome these obstacles through resilience, perseverance, and community support.

Conclusion The Cambodian community in Planeview is a testament to the power of human resilience and the enduring spirit of hope. Their contributions to the neighborhood's cultural, economic, and social fabric have made Planeview a more vibrant and diverse place.

Planeview Park

Located at 2819 Fees St. Wichita, KS 67210. The City acquired the original parcel for this park from the Public Housing Administration in 1955. Additional land was acquired in 1980 from Unified School District 259. Administration and control of the park were transferred to the Board of Park Commissioners in 1960 by Resolution of the City Commission. Portions of the park were developed by the American Youth Soccer Organization (A.Y.S.O.). Land and Water Conservation Funds, provided by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and the National Park Service, were also used to develop this park.

The City of Wichita[1] website includes amenities listed with picnic benches, drinking fountains, open shelters, picnic tables, restroom facilities, parking lots, recreation center, basketball/multi-use court, children's playground, cricket field, football fields, Gypsum Creek bicycle path, model airplane flying area, soccer fields, softball diamonds, tennis courts.

In 1997, 7.8 acres of the park, the former Rogers school building, was declared surplus. In 2023, a splash pad was installed in the park. This was the final phase of the aquatics master plan. The splash pad is open from 10 am to 8 pm daily during the summer season. However, due to theft of equipment and extensive repairs required, this location will remain closed throughout the year of 2024.

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References

https://www.wichita.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Planeview-Park-42

https://theactiveage.com/beechwood-magical-in-writers-memory/

https://www.kmuw.org/past-and-present/2018-08-21/wichitas-forgotten-neighborhood-past-present