Friday, May 28, 2010
Win a $10,000 Sustainable Landscape Makeover!
Keep Kansas City Beautiful presents the third annual Dreamscape Makeover, an entry contest to win a $10,000 sustainable landscape for your home, business or organization.
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Buckle Up
The Kansas City Missouri Police Department is joining other law enforcement agencies across the state and around the nation for a seat belt enforcement mobilization that runs from May 24 to June 6. Thanks to a grant from the Missouri Safety Center and MoDOT's Division of Highway Safety, Kansas City Police will devote more than 100 hours of extra traffic enforcement during this time. Though seat belts save lives, 1 in 4 Missouri residents still don't wear them, and 7 out of 10 people killed in traffic crashes in Missouri are unbuckled. For more information, visit www.saveMOlives.com.
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Southtown, Waldo, and Brookside Upcoming Schedule of Events
MONTHLY NETWORKING EVENT
WEDNESDAY, MAY 26TH
at 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Nor Fon's Corner Bazaar at 7200 Prospect.
Join other businesses from Waldo, Brookside and Southtown to visit and learn about what is going on in the surrounding areas. Light refreshments will be provided.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 26TH
at 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Nor Fon's Corner Bazaar at 7200 Prospect.
Join other businesses from Waldo, Brookside and Southtown to visit and learn about what is going on in the surrounding areas. Light refreshments will be provided.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Tulips On Troost
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Memorial Day, trash and recycling collection will be delayed one day
In observance of Memorial Day, trash and recycling collection will be delayed one day and City of Kansas City, Mo., offices will be closed May 31. The 3-1-1 Action Center, a division of the City Manager's Office, also will be closed for the holiday.
Residents who usually have Monday trash collection will receive this service Tuesday, June 1. Residents who usually have Friday trash collection will receive this service Saturday, June 5.
For more information about solid waste collection services, visit http://www.kcmo.org/trash or call the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
Residents who usually have Monday trash collection will receive this service Tuesday, June 1. Residents who usually have Friday trash collection will receive this service Saturday, June 5.
For more information about solid waste collection services, visit http://www.kcmo.org/trash or call the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
FREE A1c testing: May 9 – June 12
Area Minute Clinics are offering a free A1c test.
FREE A1c test
for those with diabetes
Available May 9 – June 12, 2010, or while supplies last.
FREE A1c test
for those with diabetes
Available May 9 – June 12, 2010, or while supplies last.
Free breakfast at a meeting May 22nd.
The City's Water Services Department invites you and your neighbors to enjoy a free breakfast at a meeting this Saturday for the City’s Middle Blue River Basin Green Solutions Pilot Project.
The meeting will be held Saturday, May 22 at 8:30 a.m. at the United Believers Community Church located at 7546 Troost Avenue.
At the meeting, you will have the opportunity to see if stormwater improvements will be made near your property, be encouraged to provide feedback on the proposed improvements, and have the opportunity to ask questions of the project team.
Some of the improvements that will be presented include:
· Curbs and sidewalks
· Traffic calming devices such as curb extensions
· Green solutions such as rain gardens and bioretention systems
Breakfast will be served and there will be a drawing for prizes (must be present to win).
For more information, check out the City's web site at www.kcmo.org/targetgreen, email KC-OCPInfo@kcmo.org, or call (816) 513-0521.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, May 22 @ 8:30 a.m!
The meeting will be held Saturday, May 22 at 8:30 a.m. at the United Believers Community Church located at 7546 Troost Avenue.
At the meeting, you will have the opportunity to see if stormwater improvements will be made near your property, be encouraged to provide feedback on the proposed improvements, and have the opportunity to ask questions of the project team.
Some of the improvements that will be presented include:
· Curbs and sidewalks
· Traffic calming devices such as curb extensions
· Green solutions such as rain gardens and bioretention systems
Breakfast will be served and there will be a drawing for prizes (must be present to win).
For more information, check out the City's web site at www.kcmo.org/targetgreen, email KC-OCPInfo@kcmo.org, or call (816) 513-0521.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, May 22 @ 8:30 a.m!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Free Paint available for eligible City homeowners
Free Paint available for eligible City homeowners
Warmer weather signals the start of many things – one of which is the City of Kansas City, Mo., Paint Program.
“This program gives eligible homeowners, who do the required work to properly prepare a home to be painted, high-quality exterior paint at no cost,” said Bob Jackson, manager of the Property Preservation Division of the Housing and Community Development Program.”
Eligible applicants must complete an application to receive paint, primer, caulking and other supplies related to the painting of their home (total cost of the paint supplies will not exceed $500). Applicants must:
- Live in Kansas City, Mo.
- Own and live in the property to be painted
- Own only one property
- Meet the following household income guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development:
One person $39,400
Two people $45,050
Three people $50,650
Four people $56,300
Five people $60,800
Six people $65,300
Seven people $69,800
Eight or more people $74,300.
Paint recipients must make all necessary repairs and properly prepare their houses for painting, prior to receiving supplies. After an inspector determines a house is ready to be painted, a voucher will be awarded to the homeowner that allows them to choose an in-store color of Sherwin-Williams paint; no color matching will be done.
For more information or to request an application, call 816-513-3025.
The Paint Program application is now available online as a fillable form at: http://www.kcmo.org/CKCMO/Depts/Housing/PaintProgram/index.html
Warmer weather signals the start of many things – one of which is the City of Kansas City, Mo., Paint Program.
“This program gives eligible homeowners, who do the required work to properly prepare a home to be painted, high-quality exterior paint at no cost,” said Bob Jackson, manager of the Property Preservation Division of the Housing and Community Development Program.”
Eligible applicants must complete an application to receive paint, primer, caulking and other supplies related to the painting of their home (total cost of the paint supplies will not exceed $500). Applicants must:
- Live in Kansas City, Mo.
- Own and live in the property to be painted
- Own only one property
- Meet the following household income guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development:
One person $39,400
Two people $45,050
Three people $50,650
Four people $56,300
Five people $60,800
Six people $65,300
Seven people $69,800
Eight or more people $74,300.
Paint recipients must make all necessary repairs and properly prepare their houses for painting, prior to receiving supplies. After an inspector determines a house is ready to be painted, a voucher will be awarded to the homeowner that allows them to choose an in-store color of Sherwin-Williams paint; no color matching will be done.
For more information or to request an application, call 816-513-3025.
The Paint Program application is now available online as a fillable form at: http://www.kcmo.org/CKCMO/Depts/Housing/PaintProgram/index.html
Emergency Home Repair Program
Emergency Home Repair Program to start accepting applications
Eligible Kansas City, Mo., homeowners who are in urgent need of roofing, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work can apply for the City of Kansas City, Mo., Emergency Home Repair Program. Applications for homeowners who meet program requirements are now being accepted.
Applications for the Emergency Home Repair Program are available online (address below) or at the Housing and Community Development Department’s Property Preservation Division office on the 11th floor of City Hall, 414 E. 12th St. Applications will be accepted through July 31 or until funds have been exhausted.
“This program can help lower-income homeowners who are desperately in need, so we are encouraging all eligible to apply, and contact the City if they need help applying,” City Councilwoman Sharon Sanders Brooks, 3rd District at large, and Chairwoman of the Housing Committee said.
The Property Preservation Division of the Housing and Community Development Department administers the Emergency Home Repair Program, Home Weatherization Program, Municipal Court Fund Program (referral only) and Paint Program.
Eligible applicants are homeowners who own only one property, have not received assistance from this program (the old Minor Home Repair Program) since Sept. 30, 1994, and meet the following household income guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development:
One person – $24,650
Two people – $28,150
Three people – $31,700
Four people – $35,200
Five people – $38,060
Six people – $40,850
Seven people – $43,650
Eight people – $46,450.
A Community Development Block Grant established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funds the Emergency Home Repair Program.
For more information or to request an application, call 816-513-3025. The Emergency Home Repair application is now available online as a fillable form at: http://www.kcmo.org/idc/groups/public/documents/housing/002535.pdf
Eligible homeowners are asked to visit the Emergency Home Repair Program Web page at: http://www.kcmo.org/CKCMO/Depts/Housing/EmergencyHomeRepairProgram/index.htm.
Eligible Kansas City, Mo., homeowners who are in urgent need of roofing, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work can apply for the City of Kansas City, Mo., Emergency Home Repair Program. Applications for homeowners who meet program requirements are now being accepted.
Applications for the Emergency Home Repair Program are available online (address below) or at the Housing and Community Development Department’s Property Preservation Division office on the 11th floor of City Hall, 414 E. 12th St. Applications will be accepted through July 31 or until funds have been exhausted.
“This program can help lower-income homeowners who are desperately in need, so we are encouraging all eligible to apply, and contact the City if they need help applying,” City Councilwoman Sharon Sanders Brooks, 3rd District at large, and Chairwoman of the Housing Committee said.
The Property Preservation Division of the Housing and Community Development Department administers the Emergency Home Repair Program, Home Weatherization Program, Municipal Court Fund Program (referral only) and Paint Program.
Eligible applicants are homeowners who own only one property, have not received assistance from this program (the old Minor Home Repair Program) since Sept. 30, 1994, and meet the following household income guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development:
One person – $24,650
Two people – $28,150
Three people – $31,700
Four people – $35,200
Five people – $38,060
Six people – $40,850
Seven people – $43,650
Eight people – $46,450.
A Community Development Block Grant established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funds the Emergency Home Repair Program.
For more information or to request an application, call 816-513-3025. The Emergency Home Repair application is now available online as a fillable form at: http://www.kcmo.org/idc/groups/public/documents/housing/002535.pdf
Eligible homeowners are asked to visit the Emergency Home Repair Program Web page at: http://www.kcmo.org/CKCMO/Depts/Housing/EmergencyHomeRepairProgram/index.htm.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Put Trash out before 7am
The City of Kansas City, Mo., Public Works Department’s Solid Waste Division is notifying residents that on Monday May 3, the City will transition all trash and recycling collections north of the river and south of 63rd Street to Town and Country Disposal. Because drivers may run collection routes in a different order and at different times, it is important for residents to place all trash and recycling curbside no later than 7 a.m. the day of collection.
Resident’s should also be aware on some routes, trucks capable of storing both trash and recyclable materials will be used. Recyclable material placed in these trucks will be processed with all other recyclable material collected by the City.
“We have been pleased with the performance of Town and Country Disposal this past year as they successfully managed curbside recycling collection for most of the City,” said Michael Shaw, manager of the City’s Solid Waste Division. “We’re confident that as they expand their collection activity, they will manage the transition in a manner that minimizes service disruptions.”
Starting May 3, in addition to the City’s current no-charge appointment based bulky collection service; residents of Kansas City will have new low cost options for more flexible bulky collection and the disposal of materials from home do-it-yourself projects.
Working with Town and Country Disposal, the City’s Solid Waste Division has negotiated reasonable rates for residents to use Bulky Express. For a fee, this program can provide bulky collection on a residents next scheduled trash day or on a day other than their regular trash day.
In addition to Bulky Express, the Solid Waste Division has negotiated favorable rates for residents to rent dumpster-like boxes to assist with large amounts of material left over from home do-it-yourself projects. A variety of sizes are available.
To use Bulky Express or schedule the rental of a large dumpster-like box, residents must call Town & Country Disposal at 816-380-5595. This program is managed by Town and Country Disposal.
To schedule a no-charge Bulky Item Collection appointment online, visit www.kcmo.org/bulky or call the 3-1-1 Action Center by dialing 311 or 816-513-1313
Media inquiries about any of the City’s solid waste services should be directed to Dennis Gagnon, public information officer for the Public Works Department, 816-513-2659.
Shred Your Papers in Brookside
Brookside Shred Event
Sat, May 15th, 2010
8:30 a.m. - Noon
Parking lot behind Commerce Bank by the tennis courts (Meyer/Brookside Blvd)
Take advantage this opportunity to safely and securely dispose of personal/business paperwork
A Cintas document shredding truck will be in Brookside to shred your paper documents (no plastic or media, please). This service is offered at no cost. Drive through to unload directly from your car. Park in available spaces to watch as your documents are destroyed.
The event is sponsored by Brookside businesses: Waddell & Reed, Inc., Commerce Bank, Brookside Real Estate, RE/MAX Legacy, Reller & Co. CPA, Stephen Spallo w/ Paychex, and the Brookside Community Improvement District.
Sat, May 15th, 2010
8:30 a.m. - Noon
Parking lot behind Commerce Bank by the tennis courts (Meyer/Brookside Blvd)
Take advantage this opportunity to safely and securely dispose of personal/business paperwork
A Cintas document shredding truck will be in Brookside to shred your paper documents (no plastic or media, please). This service is offered at no cost. Drive through to unload directly from your car. Park in available spaces to watch as your documents are destroyed.
The event is sponsored by Brookside businesses: Waddell & Reed, Inc., Commerce Bank, Brookside Real Estate, RE/MAX Legacy, Reller & Co. CPA, Stephen Spallo w/ Paychex, and the Brookside Community Improvement District.
Tulips on Troost Benefit Event
On Friday, June 4, Suburban Lawn & Garden will host an evening of beauty and charity to benefit Tulips on Troost-- a grassroots initiative working to beautify, revitalize, and develop Troost Avenue and Kansas City's East side. Live music, hors d'ouerves, beverages, and a wonderfully stocked greenhouse will be waiting for you. Join us!
Suburban Lawn & Garden
135th & Wornall
Kansas City, MO 64101
June 4, 2010
5pm-8pm
Contact:
Maureen Lunn
maureen@tulipsontroost.com
816.523.5553
**10% of the proceeds from the evening will go to benefit the Tulips on Troost project.
Suburban Lawn & Garden
135th & Wornall
Kansas City, MO 64101
June 4, 2010
5pm-8pm
Contact:
Maureen Lunn
maureen@tulipsontroost.com
816.523.5553
**10% of the proceeds from the evening will go to benefit the Tulips on Troost project.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Get your child an ID card.
The Jackson County Sheriff's Department and Walgreen's are teaming up about the safety of youth in our community by sponsoring the following event.
SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 2010
10 am to 2 pm
Walgreen's Parking Lot at 75th & Wornall
Participants will receive a complimentary ID document that is designed to include the child's fingerprint, a recent photograph and a sample hair follicle for DNA. A Sheriff's Department representative and a Take-Care Nurse Practitioner will also be onsite to discuss safety and health topics with you and your family.
SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 2010
10 am to 2 pm
Walgreen's Parking Lot at 75th & Wornall
Participants will receive a complimentary ID document that is designed to include the child's fingerprint, a recent photograph and a sample hair follicle for DNA. A Sheriff's Department representative and a Take-Care Nurse Practitioner will also be onsite to discuss safety and health topics with you and your family.
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