Monday, March 29, 2010

Crime: week of March 22nd, 2010

(Via from Marlborough Community Coalition email)
In the last couple of weeks there have been a rash of burglaries in the Marlborough/Tower Park areas (both residential and commercial break-ins). The thieves seem to focus on computer equipment. The police have a positive ID of one suspect, however, until they are apprehended, please exercise consistent and conscientious home/office security.

If you would like a security assessment of your home or office, please call KCPD's Community Interaction Officer John Trainor at 816-349-6428 or email him at john.trainor@kcpd.org

April 17th Bright Future Employment Fair

Sixth annual Bright Future Employment Fair April 17
City seeks to connect qualified Greater Kansas City residents with employers

Greater Kansas City, Mo., residents ages 16 and older who are interested in paid positions (full-time, part-time, seasonal, etc.) can apply for the City of Kansas City, Mo., Bright Future Employment Fair.

Applications are being accepted through April 5 at www.kcmo.org/brightfuture. The sixth annual Bright Future Employment Fair is April 17 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Kansas City Convention Center, 301 W. 13th St.

"Being able to connect residents who want to work with businesses that want to provide this experience is gratifying," said Councilwoman Cindy Circo, 5th District at large. "It is important to instill in young people a sense of respect for themselves and their community, and this is one of the ways the City has partnered with the private sector to provide access and resources to meaningful experiences."

At the fair, applicants will have the opportunity to be interviewed and immediately employed. Former business participants include the Missouri Department of Conservation, Burns and McDonnell, Cerner, JE Dunn, Walton Construction and KMBC/KCWE- TV.

"Many of these businesses have been part of transforming the creative class generation since the inception of the program," said Councilman Terry Riley, 5th District.

Applicants are required to complete online applications and submit their resumes. Greater Kansas City residents can register for the Bright Future Employment Fair at www.kcmo.org/brightfuture. The deadline for applicants is April 5. Employers also can register to participate in the fair at www.kcmo.org/brightfuture by April 12.

Media inquiries about these issues should be addressed to Thalia Cherry, youth advocate in the City Manager's Office, (816) 513-1378.

April 1st Learn More about the Census

2010 Census Participation Rates

Want to know how our census participation rate for our state, county, or neighborhood is going?
http://2010.census.gov/2010census/take10map/

April 6th, Vote for KCMO school District

Please go to the polls APRIL 6th to cast your vote for the KCMO School District Board of Directors.

Yesterday, the Kansas City Star had a good, comprehensive article on the candidates. Please check it out.

Board Election Comes at a Crucial Moment: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/03/27/1840737/school-board-elections-come-at.html

The Kansas City, Missouri School District is guided by a nine-member Board of Directors elected to four-year terms by the District’s patrons. The Board of Directors has many duties including:
Governance
Monitoring the use of financial and human resources
Educational planning and evaluation
Appointing the chief administrator, the Superintendent of Schools
Facilities management

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Friday, March 19, 2010

Free Workshop March 27th.



The Green Impact zone invites you to participate in a free workshop prior to the Community Engagement event on March 27th 2010 from 10:30am – 11:30am.

The workshop will focus on urban gardening and farming featuring guest speaker Mr. Rashid Nuri of Truly Living Well in Atlanta. Mr. Nuri has managed public, private and community-based food and agriculture businesses in over 30 countries around the world. He now lends his experience to urban areas where good health and nutrition are lacking.

This interactive workshop will provide you with a wealth of information on urban gardening, urban farming and how those components can help build and restore our communities. After the workshop, Mr. Nuri will be available on the expo floor from 1:30pm – 4:00pm to further talk about urban gardening and farming and demonstrate some of the techniques discussed in the pre-workshop.

Please register on our website, www.greenimpactzone.org. Under the community engagement event, click on workshop registration or call 816-936-8803.

We look forward to your participation.

Feel free to forward the invite to your colleagues, family and friends.

Sunday, March 7, 2010

Fundraiser for WGNA: we've raised $31 so far!

Walnut Grove Neighborhood Association needs your help.
For every purchase made, 50% of the proceeds will be given back to Walnut Grove Neighborhood Association.
SO far we've raised $31!

Be sure to share this link with those who may be interested in participation in our fundraiser. CLICK HERE.
http://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/campaign?campaign_id=1018



Safety Seminar: March 11th.

Safety Seminar
Neighbors - You’re Invited to this FREE safety class!



Center Planning & Development Council is sponsoring this event on
Thursday, March 11, 2010
7:00pm-9:00pm

St. Peter’s United Church of Christ
700 E. 110th St. (110th & Holmes, east side-north of Burger King)


You’ll walk away armed with information on:

*Home Safety
*Auto Safety
*Personal Safety
*Plus, you’ll learn actual HANDS ON escape moves
(dress comfortably & casually)



Our Expert Presenters are:
Safety & Security Source/Tracey Hawkins
United Studios of Self Defense (121st & State Line Rd.)


You’ve seen them on the news presenting classes, now they’ve agreed to come to us. Please feel free to bring along any friends, family members or neighbors.
We thank Pastor Jody for allowing us use of the church & both of our presenters for donating their time to us. The Center Planning & Development Council (umbrella organization for our SW KC neighborhood groups), is honored to sponsor this important event. With any questions, or to receive our informative newsletter - please call, or email: Stacey Johnson-Cosby, staceyjc@reeceandnichols.com

Friday, March 5, 2010

Schedule a free security survey of your home with police

Click here to find a Community Interaction Officer >>

Women’s Personal Safety Class

Community Partners; the final 8 spots for the Women’s Personal Safety Class being held 03-15 reserved very quickly.

I will be booking another class on 03-24-10 starting at 5:30pm here at the Central Patrol Division located at 1200 E. Linwood.

Due to the facilities size, we will limit the class to 30 and you will need to RSVP to attend. This is a 2 hr class where we discuss all aspects of personal safety to include home safety as well as public safety, discuss the 4 types of weapons(hands on, pepper sprays, stun guns and lethal force) as well as a demonstration of escape tactics.

This is a great class to take prior to the April 10th class being conducted at the KCPD Academy . If interested please e-mail or call to reserve your seat to:

Master Patrol Officer James Schriever, CIO, Central Patrol Division, Office 816-759-6313, Cell 816-719-8350, email: James.Schriever@kcpd.org

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Bernardin-Haskell Lecture :March 22

"This Didn't Begin or End with Rhianna and Chris Brown: Understanding and Confronting Intimate Partner Abuse Among African Americans."

Bernardin-Haskell Lecture

When Monday, March 22, 2010, 4 – 5:30pm
Where Kauffman Foundation Conference Center Town Square Meeting Room
4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64110

Event Sponsor Sponsor Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology and Women's and Gender Studies Program
Event Contact Kristi Holsinger
This event is free and open to the public
Note
Speaker is Hillary Potter, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, University of Colorado-Boulder. Dr. Potter will speak to "This Didn't Begin or End with Rhianna and Chris Brown: Understanding and Confronting Intimate Partner Abuse Among African Americans."

March 9th, TAKE defense Course




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Waldo Crime



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Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Warm up Parade March 13th




Parade Route:
Starting at 65th Street & Wornall Road
North on Wornall Road to 63rd Street
East on 63rd Street to Main Street
South on Main Street to Meyer Boulevard
West on Meyer Boulevard to Brookside Plaza

The parade is proudly sponsored by theKansas City Neighborhood Tourism Fund and by the Brookside Business Association.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Fundraiser for WGNA

Walnut Grove Neighborhood Association needs your help. For every purchase made, Flower Power Fundraising will give 50% back to Walnut Grove Neighborhood Association.
Click here to learn more >>