Lightning Strike Probable Cause of Structure Fire
Lightning Strike Probable Cause of Structure Fire
On Sunday, July 30, 2023, at 10:00 p.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 2500 Block of NW Clifford Road. The caller reported a fire from the roof of a detached shop.
When crews arrived, the roof of the one-and-a-half-story detached shop with an upstairs apartment was engulfed in flames and was beginning to collapse. The owner confirmed that the shop was unoccupied, and no one lived in the apartment. Crews extinguished the...
Section of Chipman Road Set to Close to Through Traffic Beginning July 31
Section of Chipman Road Set to Close to Through Traffic Beginning July 31
Closure to Remain in Place Through Completion of Project in Spring 2025
The Chipman Road Improvements project is underway and a section of Northwest Chipman Road between View High Drive and Northwest Bent Tree Drive is set to close to through traffic beginning Monday, July 31, and will remain closed until completion of the project in approximately spring 2025. The detour route is Northwest Pryor Road, Southwest Third Street, and View High Drive.
Moving closures for clearing operations will take place for approximately three weeks, and...
Carl L. Chinnery Named Citizen of the Year
Carl L. Chinnery Named Citizen of the Year
The City of Lee’s Summit and Mayor Bill Baird join the City of Lake Lotawana and Mayor Tracy Rasmussen in the selection of Carl Chinnery as the 2023 Citizen of the Year. Chinnery is recognized for his service to the communities, civic activities and legal work for nonprofits. He will be honored at the Truman Heartland Community Foundation’s Annual Citizen’s Reception in early September and its “Toast to Our Towns” Gala on September...
The renovation of Lower Banner Park
The renovation of Lower Banner Park
The renovation of the Lower Banner Park at E. Chipman Road and 291 Hwy is beginning in August 2023. Improvements include playground equipment for kids ages 2 to 5, equipment for kids ages 5 to 12, a 16’ x 16’ shelter, a 10’ wide multi-purpose trail, park benches, and the planting of additional trees.
Lightning Strike Damages Home
Lightning Strike Damages Home
On Sunday, July 16, 2023, at 11:48 a.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 400 Block of SW Wintergarden Drive. A neighbor reported lightning hitting the house and starting the roof on fire. They also notified the occupant of the house.
When the fire department arrived, the fire was visible from the roof of the single-story, single-family residence. The occupant was safe outside. She reported hearing a loud boom and a light...