Lee’s Summit's Downtown Market Plaza Public Meetings Set for Oct. 25
Lee’s Summit's Downtown Market Plaza Public Meetings Set for Oct. 25
The City of Lee’s Summit and Biederman Redevelopment Ventures will hold three public meetings on Oct. 25 at The Stanley Event Space, 308 Southeast Douglas Street, to receive feedback on the types of programming and activities the community envisions as part of the Downtown Market Plaza redevelopment project. The meetings will be one hour in length and will begin at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
The Lee’s Summit Fire Department reminds residents to “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™” for Fire Prevention Week
The Lee’s Summit Fire Department reminds residents to “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™” for Fire Prevention Week
The Lee’s Summit Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire Prevention WeekTM campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire SafetyTM.” This year’s campaign, October 3-9th, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe....
City Manager Stephen Arbo Announces Retirement Plans
City Manager Stephen Arbo Announces Retirement Plans
After a distinguished 20-year career with the City of Lee’s Summit, City Manager Stephen Arbo has announced his retirement, effective September 2022.
Arbo has more than 35 years of experience in the public service sector. He joined the City of Lee’s Summit in 2001 as assistant city manager and was promoted to deputy city administrator in 2005. In 2008, he was appointed city manager by City Council. At 13 years as city manager, Arbo has served three...
Lee’s Summit Recognizes Historic Preservation Achievements
Lee’s Summit Recognizes Historic Preservation Achievements
The Lee’s Summit Historic Preservation Commission is proud to announce the selection of Kathy Hofmann, and John and Kim Carlson for the Graves/Hale Historic Preservation Award. The award is presented annually to individuals or organizations that demonstrate a significant contribution to preserving the history of Lee’s Summit.
John and Kim Carlson were selected for their restoration of 22 SW Third St., which is the historic Ocker & Martin Furniture...
Lee’s Summit to Observe 20th Anniversary of 9/11
Lee’s Summit to Observe 20th Anniversary of 9/11
In observance of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, the City of Lee’s Summit will be hosting a public ceremony on Sept. 11 at City Hall Plaza to honor the victims and show support for the men and women in uniform who continue to defend and protect us. The ceremony will be held at 7:30 a.m. rain or shine.
Residents are encouraged to volunteer as part of the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. Congress designated Sept. 11 as a...