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Lee’s Summit Mayor Beto Lopez Appoints Mayor Pro Tem

Lee’s Summit Mayor Beto Lopez Appoints Mayor Pro Tem

The City of Lee’s Summit is pleased to announce the appointment of Councilmember Hillary Shields as Mayor Pro Tem. In this role, Shields will step in to fulfill mayoral duties when needed and support the advancement of City priorities.

Mayor Beto Lopez said, “Councilmember Shields brings a steady, thoughtful approach to leadership and a clear commitment to the citizens of Lee’s Summit. I’m confident she will serve our community well in this role, and I look forward to continuing our work together to move Lee’s Summit forward.”

Councilmember Shields represents District 1. She has served on City Council since April 2020. She is currently serving her second term which runs through April 2028.

For more information about City Council and its leadership, visit the Lee’s Summit City Council webpage.

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LSPD 2024 Annual Report Released

LSPD 2024 Annual Report Released

Every year, the Police Department compiles performance and crime data into an annual report.  The 2024 report took us longer than expected, but it is finally ready to be shared.  Follow the link below to this year's report and browse reports from past years.

LSPD 2024 Annual Report
Public Invited to Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for new South Substation

Public Invited to Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for new South Substation

The public is invited to join us for the ribbon cutting for our new South Substation on Thursday, 8/21/2025 at 4:30 p.m.  

Keynote speakers will begin at 4:30 followed by the ribbon cutting and tours of the new facility.

Lee's Summit Police Receive Blue Shield Designation

Lee's Summit Police Receive Blue Shield Designation

On Tuesday, April 29, the Lee’s Summit, Missouri Police Department officially received Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. This prestigious honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement. The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe in January 2025, recognizes local governments that make significant efforts...
Two Suspects Arrested in Robbery Tied to Facebook Marketplace Transaction

Two Suspects Arrested in Robbery Tied to Facebook Marketplace Transaction

On January 21, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., officers and paramedics were dispatched to a business parking lot in the 3300 block of SW Third Street on the report of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers contacted the victim, who stated he had come to the parking lot to sell an iPad to a buyer on Facebook marketplace.

37th Annual LSPD / LSPOA Shop With a Cop Event

37th Annual LSPD / LSPOA Shop With a Cop Event

37th Annual LSPD / LSPOA Shop With a Cop Event

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, Officers with the Lee's Summit Police Department gathered for the annual Shop With a Cop event. The event happens each year in cooperation with the Lee's Summit Police Officers Association and our generous local retailers.

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