Lee’s Summit to Host Blood Drive Sept. 28 at Gamber Community Center Wednesday, September 23, 2020 | Views: 50 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases The City of Lee’s Summit, in partnership with the Community Blood Center, will host a community blood drive on Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Gamber Community Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a critical shortage of blood due to the cancellation of blood drives. The Community Blood Center says the start of the school year typically results in more donations as many high schools and colleges host blood drives....
City Accepting Applications from Local Nonprofit Agencies for Coronavirus Relief Funding Thursday, August 27, 2020 | Views: 421 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases, Development Services Press Releases The City of Lee’s Summit will begin accepting applications from qualified nonprofit agencies Aug. 27 for Coronavirus Relief Funds. The goal of the Coronavirus Relief Fund is to promote recovery by funding programs and services that support the needs of those impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency. The deadline to submit an application is 5 p.m. on Sept. 8. The funding received must be used for necessary expenditures due to COVID-19, which were not...
Wyatt and Crystal Durgan Named Citizens of the Year Thursday, August 6, 2020 | Views: 1326 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases Wyatt and Crystal Durgan Named Citizens of the Year Lee’s Summit Mayor Bill Baird has selected Wyatt and Crystal Durgan as the 2020 Citizen of the Year recipients for their unwavering devotion to the improvement of students’ lives in Lee’s Summit, providing them with the tools for future success. They will be honored at the Truman Heartland Community Foundation’s Toast to Our Towns Gala on Sept. 26. Wyatt and Crystal Durgan have made an unforgettable mark on the Lee’s Summit community,...
Lee’s Summit Seeks Public Input on Comprehensive Plan Monday, July 27, 2020 | Views: 724 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases, Development Services Press Releases The City of Lee’s Summit is seeking public feedback as it reviews and updates its comprehensive plan, which will guide development for the next 20 years. There are two online surveys available at IgniteOurFuture.net, where stakeholders can offer their vision for the City and reflect on what a high quality of life will mean for future generations in Lee’s Summit. The Ignite Comprehensive Plan serves as the basis for economic development, quality...
Lee’s Summit Unveils Plan for Downtown Farmer’s Market and Conservatory Tuesday, July 21, 2020 | Views: 1689 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases Lee’s Summit Unveils Plan for Downtown Farmer’s Market and Conservatory Lee’s Summit Mayor Bill Baird presented a conceptual plan and potential funding program for the Downtown Farmer’s Market and Conservatory to City Council at its July 21 meeting. Following the presentation, City Council gave City Manager Steve Arbo approval to proceed with a request for qualification to identify a master developer for the project, which will include a mix of public and private spaces. “This is an exciting moment for our community....