37th Annual LSPD / LSPOA Shop With a Cop Event
37th Annual LSPD / LSPOA Shop With a Cop Event
On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, Officers with the Lee's Summit Police Department gathered for the annual Shop With a Cop event. The event happens each year in cooperation with the Lee's Summit Police Officers Association and our generous local retailers.
Lee’s Summit Announces New Visitors Bureau Executive Director
Lee’s Summit Announces New Visitors Bureau Executive Director
The City of Lee’s Summit is pleased to announce the selection of Cori Day as the executive director of the newly formed Lee’s Summit Visitors Bureau. Day begins her position on Jan. 6 where she will develop and manage the City’s newly created destination marketing/management organization.
With over 22 years of experience in the tourism industry, Day brings expertise in strategic planning, sales and marketing, and destination development. Day...
Daily Closures of Section of Southeast Douglas Street Began Wednesday, Dec. 11
Daily Closures of Section of Southeast Douglas Street Began Wednesday, Dec. 11
Update 2/25/25: Construction has resumed between 5th and 6th Streets. Daily closures will occur for approximately two weeks.
Daily closures for a section of Southeast Douglas Street between Southeast Sixth and Seventh streets began Wednesday, Dec. 11, and will last for approximately two to three weeks. This section will close daily beginning at 7 a.m. and will reopen by 5:30 p.m.
City of Lee’s Summit City Council Resignation
City of Lee’s Summit City Council Resignation
The City of Lee’s Summit received a formal letter of resignation from City Councilmember Fred DeMoro on December 11, effective immediately.DeMoro, who represented District 4, stated in a letter to Mayor Baird that he has chosen to step down to prioritize his health and well-being.
“I have truly enjoyed serving as a Fourth District Council member for the City of Lee's Summit. It has been rewarding and fulfilling work,” said Councilmember...
Wreath Laying Ceremony
Wreath Laying Ceremony
The American Legion Post 189 of Lees Summit and the City of Lees Summit Parks and Recreation will host a "Wreath Laying Ceremony" this Saturday, December 21, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lees Summit Historical Cemetery at 806 SE 3rd Street. The event will honor and pay tribute to our fallen, as well as honor those who serve and their families. The public is invited to attend and also lay a wreath for a veteran friend/family member buried in the cemetery (bring your...