Thursday, March 6, 2025 | Views: 11992 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases Lee’s Summit Hosts Community Blood Drive The City of Lee's Summit is partnering with the Community Blood Center to host a blood drive to replenish the area's blood supply. The drive will be held on Thursday, March 13, from 1-5 p.m. at Harris Park Community Center, 110 SW Blue Parkway. The blood drive aims to address the critical need for blood donations in the region. All eligible community members are encouraged to participate. One hour spent donating can save up to three lives. Donors can register at savealifenow.org/group using the group code KCJN. Specific requirements apply to blood donors. They must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good overall health. Sixteen year olds can donate with written consent from a parent or legal guardian. Donors should drink fluids and eat a good meal before donating blood. Appointments are strongly recommended. Walk-ins will only be accepted as capacity allows. Print PreviousCity Crews Completed Snow Operations Today, Wednesday, March 5 Next Public Invited to Comment on Scherer Road/Parkway Alignment
Section of NE Johnson Street between NE Maple Street and NE Short Street to Close Wed., July 1 Section of NE Johnson Street between NE Maple Street and NE Short Street to Close Wed., July 1 A section of Northeast Johnson Street between NE Maple Street and NE Short Street is set to close to through traffic 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, for approximately one week. The detour route includes Northeast Short Street, Northeast Green Street, and Northeast Maple Street.
Section of NW Main Street Set to Close Monday, June 22 Section of NW Main Street Set to Close Monday, June 22 A section of NW Main Street is set to close on Monday, June 22, for approximately three weeks. The closure is just north of the Forest Avenue intersection. The detour route includes Orchard, Douglas, and Maple streets. Forest Avenue also will be closed to through traffic between Central and Douglas streets.
Section of Pryor Road Set to Open Friday, June 19 Section of Pryor Road Set to Open Friday, June 19 The section of Pryor Road between Longview and Scherer roads is expected to open to traffic by the end of the day tomorrow, Friday, June 19. One lane of traffic will be open in each direction, and it will remain an active construction zone with workers present so drivers should use caution. The posted detour will remain Longview, Ward, and Hook roads. The intersection of Pryor and Scherer roads will be a three-way stop.
Section of SE Douglas Street Set to Close for Pavement Repairs Section of SE Douglas Street Set to Close for Pavement Repairs A contractor is set to close the southbound section of SE Douglas Street between SE 1st and SE 2nd streets daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for pavement repairs. Work is permitted from Wednesday, June 17, through Friday, July 10; however, currently the contractor expects to begin mid-week the week of June 22. The detour route is SE 1st Street, SE Main Street, and SE 2nd Street.
Laura Maxwell Named Citizen of the Year Laura Maxwell Named Citizen of the Year The City of Lee’s Summit and Mayor J. Beto Lopez are proud to name Laura Maxwell as the 2026 Citizen of the Year. Named the 2026 Citizen of the Year for her exceptional volunteer leadership, professional achievements, and long-standing commitment to the Lee’s Summit community.