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Lee’s Summit State of the City Address on September 10

Lee’s Summit Mayor William A. Baird will deliver the State of the City address on Sept. 10 at The Aspen Room at the Stanley in downtown Lee’s Summit, 308 SE Douglas St. The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce is hosting the luncheon. The event begins at 11 a.m. with the mayor’s address scheduled to start at noon.

During the State of the City, Mayor Baird is expected to reflect on the past year, celebrate the many successes the City has achieved, and share key priorities and initiatives. The State of the City address will be rebroadcast on the City’s government access channel and on the City’s website, cityofLS.net.

The State of the City is open to the public. For those wishing to purchase lunch, tickets are available for $25 at LSchamber.com. For questions, contact the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce at 816-524-2424.

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