City of Lee's Summit To Host MLK Celebration
City of Lee's Summit To Host MLK Celebration
The City of Lee’s Summit’s Human Relations Commission will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 15 at 5:30 p.m. at The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Road. The theme for this year’s free community-wide event is “Living the Dream, It Starts with Me Spreading Hope, Courage and Unity.”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s profound and lasting influence is undeniable. His unwavering commitment to racial and social...
Lee’s Summit Municipal Division Closed January 9
Lee’s Summit Municipal Division Closed January 9
The Lee's Summit Municipal Division 243/263 will be closed on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, for in-person hearings, trials and all other court business due to inclement weather. For more information visit cityofLS.net/court.
City of Lee’s Summit Announces Director of Information Technology
City of Lee’s Summit Announces Director of Information Technology
The City of Lee’s Summit is pleased to announce the appointment of Diana Newman as director of information technology. Newman begins her position on Jan. 6, where she will provide overall management, control and direction for the Information Technology Division. Newman will lead a staff of 33 professionals and oversee a budget of approximately $6 million.
Newman brings more than 30 years of experience providing informational technology and strategic...
Lee’s Summit Community Development Block Grant Application Period Begins January 8
Lee’s Summit Community Development Block Grant Application Period Begins January 8
The City of Lee’s Summit will accept applications from qualified agencies for 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant funding from Jan. 8 – Feb. 2, 2024. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awards federal grant funds to the City on an annual basis. These funds must be used to meet the needs of low- to moderate-income individuals and families, address slum or blight in Lee's Summit or meet an urgent need.
Lee's Summit was...
LSPD Introduces New Program to Address Substance Abuse
LSPD Introduces New Program to Address Substance Abuse
The Lee’s Summit Police Department is taking steps to address substance use disorders within the community with the Safe Passage program. The program is aimed at providing access to recovery services for individuals seeking treatment for a substance use disorder. This groundbreaking program is a significant shift in law enforcement’s approach to substance use issues and reflects the Lee’s Summit Police Department’s commitment to community...