Downtown Outdoor Voice Message Warning Siren Test on Friday, May 27
Downtown Outdoor Voice Message Warning Siren Test on Friday, May 27
The Lee's Summit Fire Department will be testing the voice messaging capability of a new Outdoor Warning Siren behind Fire Headquarters on Friday, May 27, 2022, around Noon. The new siren provides coverage for the downtown area and is capable of live and prerecorded voice messages in addition to the traditional storm siren.
Solar Panels Involved in Roof Fire
Solar Panels Involved in Roof Fire
On Thursday, April 28, 2022, at 4:51 p.m., the Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 4300 Block of NE Walnut Ridge. An occupant in the house reported smoke coming from the roof and attic.
When the fire department arrived, light smoke was visible from the attic and roof of a two-story, single-family residence. All of the occupants were safe outside.
The fire involved solar panels on the roof near the peak and had spread...
Diversity and Inclusion Commission Begins Community Assessment Phase
Diversity and Inclusion Commission Begins Community Assessment Phase
The City of Lee’s Summit’s Diversity and Inclusion Commission is beginning the community assessment phase of their work and is inviting community members to share experiences and ideas around diversity and inclusion by participating in a community survey. The online survey will be conducted from April 6 – 20 and is available at cityofLS.net/D&I. Paper surveys are available at Lee’s Summit City Hall and Mid-Continent Library locations in...