Burning Leaves is Prohibited
Burning Leaves is Prohibited
Burning leaves and other yard waste within the City of Lee's Summit is prohibited. This includes the use of fire pits, patio fireplaces, and other open-flame appliances for such activities. These appliances may only be used with seasoned firewood.
Residents are encouraged to properly dispose of leaves by either mulching or bagging them for collection by their designated waste hauler. Additionally, to prevent stormwater backups, it is essential that leaves are...
Understanding Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Risks, Safety Tips, and Symptoms
Understanding Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Risks, Safety Tips, and Symptoms
In recent years, the popularity of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms has increased; however, many people remain unaware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning in the home. Commonly referred to as the "invisible killer," CO is an odorless, colorless gas that forms when fuels—such as gasoline, wood, coal, natural gas, propane, oil, and methane—burn incompletely. In residential settings, potential sources of carbon monoxide include heating and...
Section of Northwest Falcon Drive Closed for Curb Replacement
Section of Northwest Falcon Drive Closed for Curb Replacement
A section of Northwest Falcon Drive between Northwest Summerfield Drive and Northwest High Point Drive closed today, Wednesday, Oct. 23, and is expected to reopen on Thursday, Oct. 31. The detour route includes Northwest High Point Drive, Northwest Chipman Road, Black Twig Lane, and Northwest Summerfield Drive. The closure is necessary to remove and replace curb and gutter as part of the City’s curb replacement program.
All work is weather permitting and...
Hose Uncoupling for Live Fire Training Facility
Hose Uncoupling for Live Fire Training Facility
The Department recently celebrated the completion of the Live Fire Training Facility with a Hose Uncoupling Ceremony. Funded by the 2022 Public Safety Sales Tax and constructed by WHP Training Towers, the state-of-the-art facility provides live fire conditions to train new firefighters and allows experienced firefighters to hone their skills in various scenarios and evolutions. Thank you to everyone who attended and our citizens for supporting public safety...
Fall Astronomy Party Date Announced
Fall Astronomy Party Date Announced
Do you love looking at the stars? Do you want to learn more about the wonders of the night sky? If so, you are invited to join us for a community star party at the Legacy Park Amphitheater on Friday, October 18th, at 7:30 pm. We will have telescopes and binoculars, or you can bring your own or your favorite astronomy cellphone app. You will also get to meet other astronomy enthusiasts and share your passion for the cosmos.
This is a FREE event open to everyone, so...