Fire Damages South Lee’s Summit Home
Fire Damages South Lee’s Summit Home
LEE’S SUMMIT, MO— On Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at 6:30 p.m., the Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to 3900 Block of SE Doc Henry Road for a reported structure fire. The caller reported a fire under the siding of the house and in the basement. The house was being evacuated.
When crews arrived, there was nothing visible from the outside of a two-story, single-family home. The occupants had extinguished the fire on the outside of the house....
Jackson County Issues Stay-At-Home Order Effective March 24
Jackson County Issues Stay-At-Home Order Effective March 24
Based on the urgency of the COVID-19 public health emergency, Jackson County has issued a stay-at-home order effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 24. The order is necessary to slow the rapid progression of COVID-19 to the maximum extent possible. It will stay in effect through April 24 and may be extended based on recommendations from public health officials.
All individuals currently living within Jackson County are ordered to stay at home at their place of...
Jackson County to Issue Stay-At-Home Order to Prevent Spread of COVID-19
Jackson County to Issue Stay-At-Home Order to Prevent Spread of COVID-19
Based on the urgency of the COVID-19 public health emergency, it is our understanding that Jackson County will issue a stay-at-home order effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 24. The order is necessary to slow the rapid progression of COVID-19 to the maximum extent possible. It will stay in effect for 30 days and may be extended based on recommendations from public health officials.
Residents will be required to stay at home except for travel to meet basic needs or...
Mayor Bill Baird Declares a State of Emergency in Lee’s Summit in Response to COVID-19
Mayor Bill Baird Declares a State of Emergency in Lee’s Summit in Response to COVID-19
Mayor Bill Baird has issued a proclamation declaring a state of emergency in Lee’s Summit in response to COVID-19. This 30-day declaration will help expedite emergency response efforts, allow the City to quickly procure needed resources and alter policies and processes in order to protect public health and safety.
“The declaration helps the City obtain the tools necessary to respond quickly and effectively to this unprecedented public health...
City of Lee’s Summit Limits Access to City Facilities
City of Lee’s Summit Limits Access to City Facilities
City of Lee’s Summit facilities will be closed to the public, with the exception of City Hall, which has limited public access. During this time, the City encourages the use of resources available online or by phone. These measures are being taken to protect the health of employees and the community by preventing the spread of COVID-19.
City Hall – Public access to City Hall is through the north entrance by the parking garage. In-person business is...