Press Releases

The business office at Fire Headquarters will be closed on June 19, 2024, from 2 PM to 5 PM and All Day on June 20, 2024, so that our personnel may attend Captain Gene Martin's visitation and funeral services. Our mutual aid partners will provide coverage in our city during that time to ensure no interruption in emergency services.

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR) and the City of Lee’s Summit invite you to a free fireworks celebration on Wednesday, July 3, at Legacy Park! The gates open to the park at 6 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.

On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 11:08 a.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 11 SW Industrial Drive at Newco Manufacturing. The caller reported a fire in the paint room.  When the fire department arrived, heavy smoke was visible from a large single-story commercial building. The fire quickly spread from the paint booth to a nearby storage area, partially collapsing the roof. Firefighters fought the fire from a defensive position before entering for final extinguishment. The fire was under control by 12:58 p.m. KCFD provided mutual aid support at the incident. All of the employees evacuated safely, with no reported injuries. The fire originated in the paint booth. A spark from grinding/sanding metal in the booth likely ignited nearby combustibles in the booth.

Addressing a Universal Need: While public restrooms typically accommodate the diaper-changing needs of young children, there is growing recognition for inclusive facilities that can accommodate adults as well. Individuals who care for loved ones with disabilities often face limitations in venturing out due to concerns about accessible changing tables. Eitass Grant Supports Inclusion: Eitass awarded Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR) a grant to install adult-sized changing tables at three of their community centers. These strategically placed facilities are located at Longview Community Center, Harris Park Community Center, and Lovell Community Center. Enhancing Accessibility at LSPR: The addition of these adult changing tables exemplifies LSPR's commitment to fostering a fully inclusive environment for all members of the community.

To celebrate Earth Month, the City of Lee’s Summit is hosting Stream Team and RecycleFEST to address litter in our waterways and support recycling. Stream Team will take place on April 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at Langsford Park, 1709 SE Langsford Road, and RecycleFEST will be held on April 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Maintenance Facility, 1971 SE Hamblen Road. The Stream Team protects local stream-side habitats by removing litter and debris from streams within the City’s parks. During this event, cleanup efforts will concentrate on East Fork Little Blue Creek in Langsford Park. Those wishing to take part should gather at the parking lot on the southwest corner of Langsford and Todd George roads. Student and scout community service hours are available. Participants must register and complete a release of liability waiver in advance...