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Save the Date: 2027 Citizens Leadership Academy

Applications Opening Soon The Citizens Leadership Academy is an interactive program that gives Lee’s Summit residents and business owners an inside look at City government through presentations, conversations with City leaders and elected officials, and tours...

Jackson County Property Tax Payments Available at Lee’s Summit City Hall

Now accepting Jackson County personal property, business, and real property tax payments at City Hall.
Pay in person Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., at the Cashier Window in the City Hall lobby.

2026 Property Tax Levy

City Council approved the 2026 tax levy following a public hearing on Sept. 22.
Visit the City's webpage for an explanation of how it is determined and what it means for property owners.

Mayor Pro Tem Appointment Change

Mayor J. Beto Lopez has announced a change in the appointment of Mayor Pro Tem.

ALPR Camera Use in Lee’s Summit: Questions and Answers

The City has launched a new webpage with information about the Lee’s Summit Police Department’s use of automated license plate readers (ALPR), commonly known as Flock cameras. Created in response to public questions, the page explains how ALPR technology...

Dana Arth Selected as District 3 Councilmember

City Council selected Dana Arth as the new District 3 Councilmember with 5 of 8 votes. Arth was sworn in following the Sept. 8 Regular Session so she could participate in the Closed Session. Arth will receive a ceremonial swearing-in at the Sept. 22 City Council...

Municipal Court Operational Review, Compensation Request Overview

The City is providing the following update regarding the Municipal Court operational review and judicial compensation process. Mayor Lopez has recused himself from the matter because Presiding Judge Maxwell-Lopez is his spouse. Mayor Pro Tem Shields is...

2026 State of the City Address

Mayor J. Beto Lopez delivered the 2026 State of the City address on August 21 at Green Street during the Lee’s Summit Chamber’s monthly luncheon. The address highlighted the work moving Lee’s Summit forward, from infrastructure and public safety to...

City Council Opens Application Process for District 3 Vacancy

City Council has established a public application and selection process to fill the vacant District 3 City Council seat. The application period shall open on August 6, 2026, at 8 a.m. and close on August 21, 2026, at 5 p.m. Residents are invited to submit...

Main Street Best in Show Legacy Award

Green Street has been honored with the inaugural Main Street Best in Show Legacy Award by Missouri Main Street Connection. The award recognizes Green Street's lasting impact on downtown Lee's Summit as a destination. Green Street joins a distinguished...

City Hall Cashier Services Moving to Development Services Center

Treasury Cashier Services is moving to the Development Services Customer Service area on the main floor of City Hall beginning Monday, July 20, 2026. The current Treasury cashier windows will close, and all services will be available in the new consolidated customer...

City of Lee’s Summit City Council Resignation

The City of Lee’s Summit received a formal letter of resignation from City Councilmember Cynda Rader on July 15, 2026, effective immediately. Rader, who represented District 3, emailed her resignation to the City Manager, the City Attorney, and the City Clerk.