Friday, June 5, 2026 | Views: 6166 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit News, City Council News Mayor Joins Community Partners at MCC-Longview Automotive Institute Ribbon Cutting Mayor Beto Lopez joined fellow elected officials and community/city leaders from across the region to celebrate the MCC-Longview Automotive Institute Grand Opening Friday afternoon. The event marked an exciting investment in workforce development, hands-on education, and career-ready training opportunities for students throughout the region. The Automotive Institute will help prepare students for high-demand careers in the automotive industry while supporting local employers and strengthening the regional workforce. During the ceremony, Mayor Lopez recognized the importance of partnerships that connect education, business, and community needs. Along with a host of representatives from other local communities, Lee’s Summit Councilmembers Donnie Funk, Nyauna Cravens, Shari Frazier, and Melanie Adkins also attended the ribbon cutting in support of MCC-Longview and its continued investment in students, workforce training, and the community. The City of Lee’s Summit congratulates MCC-Longview on this milestone and looks forward to the continued impact the Automotive Institute will have on students, families, and businesses across the region. Print PreviousFinance and Budget Committee to Review Recommended Balanced FY27 Budget Monday Next City Acknowledges Public Safety Response During Downtown Days
Section of SW Jefferson Street Also Closed for SW 3rd Street Utility Work Section of SW Jefferson Street Also Closed for SW 3rd Street Utility Work Update: Phase two of the SW 3rd Street utility work is now expected to start on Mon., Oct. 17, with the closure of both eastbound and westbound through traffic on SW 3rd Street from SW Blue Parkway to SW Jefferson Street. The section of SW Jefferson Street from SW 3rd Street to SW 2nd Street is expected to be back open by noon on Mon., Oct. 17. During phase one of the utility work on SW 3rd Street which started today, a section of SW Jefferson Street from SW...
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation Rededication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Velie Park Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation Rededication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Velie Park Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR) Park Board members and staff held a special rededication ceremony on Thursday, September 8th, as they officially opened Velie Park after its renovation. Park Board President Lawrence Bivins was on site to cut the ribbon.
LSPR Welcomes Community Input at Lower Banner Park Open House on October 8th, 2022 LSPR Welcomes Community Input at Lower Banner Park Open House on October 8th, 2022 Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR) is hosting an open house at Lower Banner Park on October 8th from 9:00 - 10:30 am. LSPR invites community members to enjoy coffee and donuts while sharing ideas regarding the renovation of Lower Banner Park. Lower Banner Park is located at 601 NE Park Dr, Lee's Summit, MO 64086. For more information on parks and amenities, please go to LSParks.net or call 816-969-1500.