National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Today is the start of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. The Lee's Summit Fire Department wants to recognize our dedicated Communication Specialists (Fire and EMS Dispatchers) and their work to ensure the safety of the public and first responders in the field. They are the true first responders, the first voice someone hears when calling 911 for help! Providing prearrival instructions before responders arrive and managing the response resources of six...
Fire Damages Home
Fire Damages Home
On Saturday, April 8, 2023, at 2:45 pm, the Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 600 Block of NW Village Drive. Several callers reported fire coming from the house.
When the fire department arrived, heavy smoke and fire was coming from the single-story, single-family residence. The occupant was outside.
Firefighters initiated a defensive attack on the fire due to the weakened condition of the structure. The only occupant...
Public Invited to Comment on Douglas Street Improvements
Public Invited to Comment on Douglas Street Improvements
The City of Lee’s Summit is hosting a public meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wed., April 19, in the Strother Conference Room on the first floor of City Hall, 220 SE Green St., Lee's Summit, Mo. 64063, to discuss infrastructure improvements for the Douglas Street corridor from Chipman Road to 2nd Street. The meeting will allow the public to view conceptual plans and exhibits and provide feedback.
April Municipal General Election to Fund Emergency Preparedness and Improvements to City’s Infrastructure
April Municipal General Election to Fund Emergency Preparedness and Improvements to City’s Infrastructure
On April 4, Lee’s Summit voters will be presented with three no tax increase general obligation bond questions totaling $186 million to fund emergency preparedness, transportation and city facilities reinvestment. A fourth ballot question asks voters to consider a 3% sales tax on all retail sales of adult use, non-medical marijuana.
Question 1 would provide $74 million in funding for key public safety improvements that will provide public access and...
City Crews Prepared for Possible Refreeze
City Crews Prepared for Possible Refreeze
The City’s crews prepared trucks and will be called in as needed tonight, Thurs., March 16, and overnight into Fri., March 17, due to the potential for a refreeze. Rain may change over to snow/sleet, and temperatures are expected to drop. High winds should dry out pavements; however, crews will be called in as needed to apply salt treatment in case any wet pavement refreezes. Drivers should be aware of the potential for refreeze especially on elevated surfaces...