This Thursday night, September 30, 2010 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., the Kansas City Zoo is hosting a free Family Science Night. This is the second of a series hands-on Zoo science nights for families.
The September 30 Family Science Night theme is Awesome Astronomy. It will be hosted by the Astronomical Society of Kansas City.
This event includes a meteorite display, telescopes for night sky viewing (weather permitting), and an astrophotography slide show. You can also build your own NASA Comet in a Bag.
The Kansas City Zoo is located at 6800 Zoo Drive in Kansas City, Missouri.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
October 1-3 Art and Music Festival: Longview Lake
This Friday through Sunday, October 1-3, 2010, Summit Art, New Longview Foundation, and Gale Communities are putting on a free art and music festival in the new Longview Commercial District in Lee’s Summit.
This event includes:
* A fine arts art show featuring more than 80 local and regional artists
* Hayride tours of historic Longview Farm
* Children’s activities
* Music
* A food and beverage court
Click HERE to learn more >>
October 16th: Meet your Police Department
On October 16, 2010 from 10:00am to 3:00 pm, the police department is hosting a Meet Your Police Department event at the Metro Patrol Division. A flyer is attached that contains all of the specifics.
It will have something for everyone in your family. Food and refreshments will be provided. So take some time to visit with us and see some of the equipment that we use.
P.O. John Trainor
Crime Prevention Officer / Community Interaction Officer
Metro Patrol Division
Kansas City, Missouri Police Department
816-581-0715
It will have something for everyone in your family. Food and refreshments will be provided. So take some time to visit with us and see some of the equipment that we use.
P.O. John Trainor
Crime Prevention Officer / Community Interaction Officer
Metro Patrol Division
Kansas City, Missouri Police Department
816-581-0715
Getting more people to recycle
The Marlborough Coaltion is partnering with Bridging the Gap to help get our recycling numbers increased. Right now, less than 15% of Marlborough homes recycle, which contributes to our illegal dumping problem.
Part of our strategy involves a door-to-door canvassing campaign to talk directly to neighbors about recycling and how to get a recycling bin if they do not have one. We need VOLUNTEERS from the community to help, starting THIS SATURDAY.
I realize this is extremely short notice, however, if you are available at 1:00 pm today, please come to the Community Center at 8200 Paseo to meet about this project. If you can't make the meeting today, and want to be involved, please contact Leslie Alford at (cell) 816-739-2023 and she will tell you where to meet her. You must be 18 and older to participate.
Thanks for helping make Marlborough a better place to live and work.
--
Betty Ost-Everley
Marlborough Community Coalition
"Making Marlborough a Better Place to Live and Work"
marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com
Part of our strategy involves a door-to-door canvassing campaign to talk directly to neighbors about recycling and how to get a recycling bin if they do not have one. We need VOLUNTEERS from the community to help, starting THIS SATURDAY.
I realize this is extremely short notice, however, if you are available at 1:00 pm today, please come to the Community Center at 8200 Paseo to meet about this project. If you can't make the meeting today, and want to be involved, please contact Leslie Alford at (cell) 816-739-2023 and she will tell you where to meet her. You must be 18 and older to participate.
Thanks for helping make Marlborough a better place to live and work.
--
Betty Ost-Everley
Marlborough Community Coalition
"Making Marlborough a Better Place to Live and Work"
marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com
Thursday, September 23, 2010
FROM: Marlborough Community Coalition
Lots going on the neighborhood. We hope you'll come out for one or all events!
1. This Saturday, September 25th - The Marlborough Community Coalition will have a table at Waldo's Rockin' Block Party (formerly Waldo Fun Fest). 75th & Wornall from 10 am to 5 pm. Great opportunity to meet a Coalition board member, pick up some information, and register for a great prize.
2. September 28th, 6:30 p.m. - The Marlborough Community Coalition board meeting at in the Community Room of the Metro Patrol Division at 7601 Prospect. Since we are a 501(c)(3) public charity, all of our board meetings are open to the public.
3. October 2nd - We're gathering a group of neighborhood volunteers to help rejuvenate the landscaping at the Marlborough Community Center, 8200 Paseo. We'll work from 10 am to 12 noon...bring your garden gloves and gardening equipment to help us thin and split plants, weed, and plant bulbs. Please RSVP to this email address(marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com) by September 29th, so we know we will have enough volunteers.
4. October 5th - TWO Events
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The Mayor will be holding a open-house style meeting to talk about Public Works Street & Traffic Division projects and performance, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Marlborough Community Center.
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The Inaugural meeting of the Marlborough Landlord Association will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the Metro Patrol Division at 7601 Prospect. We sent out around 825 invitations to Marlborough Landlords, however, if you rent, please encourage your landlord to attend. If they would RSVP to this email address,(marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com) it would so we can ensure adequate seating.
5. October 16th - Tulips on Troost - We will need 50 community volunteers to help us plant at one of three sites in Marlborough, including 6,000 tulips around the 85th & Troost bridge and 2,000 tulips around the fountain at 79th & Paseo. Please RSVP to this email address by October 13th.(marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com) You'll need to bring your garden gloves and trowels to help. BB's Lawnside BBQ has offered a 50% discount on a sandwich and a side dish (beverage not included) for all those who help with the planting, but you must let me know you want to help and stay for lunch!
We're working hard to make "Marlborough a better place to live and work," but we need your help to make all of this possible! Hope to see you soon at one (or all) of the above events!
--
Betty Ost-Everley
Marlborough Community Coalition
"Making Marlborough a Better Place to Live and Work"
marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com
1. This Saturday, September 25th - The Marlborough Community Coalition will have a table at Waldo's Rockin' Block Party (formerly Waldo Fun Fest). 75th & Wornall from 10 am to 5 pm. Great opportunity to meet a Coalition board member, pick up some information, and register for a great prize.
2. September 28th, 6:30 p.m. - The Marlborough Community Coalition board meeting at in the Community Room of the Metro Patrol Division at 7601 Prospect. Since we are a 501(c)(3) public charity, all of our board meetings are open to the public.
3. October 2nd - We're gathering a group of neighborhood volunteers to help rejuvenate the landscaping at the Marlborough Community Center, 8200 Paseo. We'll work from 10 am to 12 noon...bring your garden gloves and gardening equipment to help us thin and split plants, weed, and plant bulbs. Please RSVP to this email address(marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com) by September 29th, so we know we will have enough volunteers.
4. October 5th - TWO Events
*
The Mayor will be holding a open-house style meeting to talk about Public Works Street & Traffic Division projects and performance, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Marlborough Community Center.
*
The Inaugural meeting of the Marlborough Landlord Association will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the Metro Patrol Division at 7601 Prospect. We sent out around 825 invitations to Marlborough Landlords, however, if you rent, please encourage your landlord to attend. If they would RSVP to this email address,(marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com) it would so we can ensure adequate seating.
5. October 16th - Tulips on Troost - We will need 50 community volunteers to help us plant at one of three sites in Marlborough, including 6,000 tulips around the 85th & Troost bridge and 2,000 tulips around the fountain at 79th & Paseo. Please RSVP to this email address by October 13th.(marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com) You'll need to bring your garden gloves and trowels to help. BB's Lawnside BBQ has offered a 50% discount on a sandwich and a side dish (beverage not included) for all those who help with the planting, but you must let me know you want to help and stay for lunch!
We're working hard to make "Marlborough a better place to live and work," but we need your help to make all of this possible! Hope to see you soon at one (or all) of the above events!
--
Betty Ost-Everley
Marlborough Community Coalition
"Making Marlborough a Better Place to Live and Work"
marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Register to Vote.
NEXT ELECTION: Tuesday, November 2, 2010
DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE: October 6, 2010
Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners
1828 Walnut, Suite 300, Kansas City, MO 64108 / p: 816.842.4820 f: 816.472.4960
DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE: October 6, 2010
Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners
1828 Walnut, Suite 300, Kansas City, MO 64108 / p: 816.842.4820 f: 816.472.4960
Oct 5th: Voice your opinion about Street repair
AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU TO VOICE YOUR OPINION ABOUT TRAFFIC SIGNALS, SNOW PLOWING, POT HOLE REPAIR AND SIDEWALK MAINTENANCE.
The City of Kansas City, Mo., will host six open house style meetings to receive input from residents as part of an ongoing effort to develop a long-term strategic plan for the Public Works Department's Street and Traffic Division. The Division is responsible for many city services, such as traffic signal timing, snow plowing, pothole repairs and sidewalk maintenance.
In addition to input from residents, the planning team has interviewed elected City leaders, administrators and field staff to better ascertain Division responsibilities, priorities and monetary needs. A public survey will be mailed to a random sample of City residents this fall to solicit additional input.
"Each week I hear from residents about issues with our roads," said Mayor Funkhouser. "This is your chance to stand up and be heard. I encourage every resident to come to one of the scheduled forums and share their ideas for improvement."
The open houses will last from 6 to 8 p.m. and be held at the Kansas City North Community Center on Monday, Sept. 20;
the Tony Aguirre Community Center on Tuesday, Sept. 21;
the Gregg/Klice Community Center on Wednesday, Sept. 29;
the Line Creek Community Center on Thursday, Sept 30;
the Marlborough Community Center on Tuesday, Oct. 5;
and the Hillcrest Community Center on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Any person with a disability who desires reasonable accommodation to attend this meeting may contact the City's 311 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313, or for TTY, 816-513-1889, or by e-mail at actioncenter@kcmo.org.
Media inquiries about the open houses should be directed to Dennis Gagnon, public information officer for the Public Works Department, at 816-513-2659.
The City of Kansas City, Mo., will host six open house style meetings to receive input from residents as part of an ongoing effort to develop a long-term strategic plan for the Public Works Department's Street and Traffic Division. The Division is responsible for many city services, such as traffic signal timing, snow plowing, pothole repairs and sidewalk maintenance.
In addition to input from residents, the planning team has interviewed elected City leaders, administrators and field staff to better ascertain Division responsibilities, priorities and monetary needs. A public survey will be mailed to a random sample of City residents this fall to solicit additional input.
"Each week I hear from residents about issues with our roads," said Mayor Funkhouser. "This is your chance to stand up and be heard. I encourage every resident to come to one of the scheduled forums and share their ideas for improvement."
The open houses will last from 6 to 8 p.m. and be held at the Kansas City North Community Center on Monday, Sept. 20;
the Tony Aguirre Community Center on Tuesday, Sept. 21;
the Gregg/Klice Community Center on Wednesday, Sept. 29;
the Line Creek Community Center on Thursday, Sept 30;
the Marlborough Community Center on Tuesday, Oct. 5;
and the Hillcrest Community Center on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Any person with a disability who desires reasonable accommodation to attend this meeting may contact the City's 311 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313, or for TTY, 816-513-1889, or by e-mail at actioncenter@kcmo.org.
Media inquiries about the open houses should be directed to Dennis Gagnon, public information officer for the Public Works Department, at 816-513-2659.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Rain Garden Planting-Saturday, September 11th
Rain Garden Planting-Saturday, September 11th
Tomahawk Creek Park-Leawood, Kansas
119th and Mission
9am - 11ish
This is a partnership with Leawood Parks and Rec and Blue River Watershed Association
If you would like to participate, please contact Leslie Alford at lesadkinsalford@hotmail.com or 816-739-2023
Tomahawk Creek Park-Leawood, Kansas
119th and Mission
9am - 11ish
This is a partnership with Leawood Parks and Rec and Blue River Watershed Association
If you would like to participate, please contact Leslie Alford at lesadkinsalford@hotmail.com or 816-739-2023
Sept 10-11: BB's Lawnside BBQ
Hi Everybody!
What: 20th Annual Blues and Bar-B-Q Benefit for Sherwood Center
Where: BB’s Lawnside Bar-B-Q (1205 E. 85th Street KCMO 64131)
When: Friday, September 10, 2011 6:00pm – Midnight
Saturday, September 11, 2011 3:00pm – Midnight
Why: All proceeds raised at this event benefit children and adults with autism and related developmental disabilities.
Cost: $5.00 donation at the gate.
RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!!! **If the weather gets too bad and we have to shut down the event all present will receive free entry into the event on Saturday.**
Friday, September 10, 2010
6:00- Shinetop, Jr.
7:00- Ernest James Zydeco
8:15- Everette Devan Trio with Tom “Trashmouth” Baker
9:30- Fast Johnny Ricker
10:45- Mary Bridget Davies Band
Saturday, September 11, 2010
3:00- Diane “Mama” Ray
4:15- Trampled Under Foot
5:30- 4 Fried Chickens & A Coke
6:45- Junebug & the Porchlights
8:00- Frank Ace Blues Band
9:45- John Paul’s Flying Circus, with special guests Katie Guillen and D.C. Bellamy
Jessica Marsh
Community Relations Coordinator
www.sherwoodcenter.org
What: 20th Annual Blues and Bar-B-Q Benefit for Sherwood Center
Where: BB’s Lawnside Bar-B-Q (1205 E. 85th Street KCMO 64131)
When: Friday, September 10, 2011 6:00pm – Midnight
Saturday, September 11, 2011 3:00pm – Midnight
Why: All proceeds raised at this event benefit children and adults with autism and related developmental disabilities.
Cost: $5.00 donation at the gate.
RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!!! **If the weather gets too bad and we have to shut down the event all present will receive free entry into the event on Saturday.**
Friday, September 10, 2010
6:00- Shinetop, Jr.
7:00- Ernest James Zydeco
8:15- Everette Devan Trio with Tom “Trashmouth” Baker
9:30- Fast Johnny Ricker
10:45- Mary Bridget Davies Band
Saturday, September 11, 2010
3:00- Diane “Mama” Ray
4:15- Trampled Under Foot
5:30- 4 Fried Chickens & A Coke
6:45- Junebug & the Porchlights
8:00- Frank Ace Blues Band
9:45- John Paul’s Flying Circus, with special guests Katie Guillen and D.C. Bellamy
Jessica Marsh
Community Relations Coordinator
www.sherwoodcenter.org
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Sept. 12: HONOR THOSE WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY: Black Veterans Memorial
Please join the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners and The Enshriners for the dedication of the
Black Veterans Memorial
DATE: Sunday, Sept. 12
TIME: 5:00pm
LOCATION: 12th & Paseo
Kansas City, Missouri
This new memorial to black military veterans is located in the median of The Paseo, from The Terrace at 12th Street to 11th Street. Pavers are available for purchase to assist with maintenance and provide veterans, friends, families and organizations the opportunity to honor the soldiers who fought valiantly for our nation.
Community Alert-escaped sex offender
Community Partners; below is a photo of George Dudley who was the sex offender who escaped custody from Wyandotte County Courthouse on 08-30-10. There is a possibility this subject could be within the Central Patrol Division. If observed, immediately call 911 and do not engage the subject. With the communities assistance, we have taken criminals out of our community. Let’s get this guy out of our community ASAP.
Sex Offender
Convicted and charged sex offender escaped from the Wyandotte County Courthouse 8/30/10. Inmate George Dudley, 60, was in custody with Larned State Hospital personnel at the courthouse at 701 N. Seventh St. Wyandotte County sheriff's officials said Dudley was wearing a light-colored polo shirt and jeans and is white.
DUDLEY GEORGE W WM 08/05/1948 IN 510 160 BR BR
Master Patrol Officer James Schriever, CIO, Central Patrol Division, Office 816-759-6313, Cell 816-719-8350
Friday, August 20, 2010
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Free Food. Aug 21st
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Food Distribution Truck
Saturday, August 21, 2010
1030am -- 12:30 pm
City of Truth Church
3810 E. 56th Street
Kansas City, MO 64130
Free and open to the community.
Bring grocery bags and/or boxes to carry the free food in.
Food Distribution Truck
Saturday, August 21, 2010
1030am -- 12:30 pm
City of Truth Church
3810 E. 56th Street
Kansas City, MO 64130
Free and open to the community.
Bring grocery bags and/or boxes to carry the free food in.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Marlborough Community Coalition Board Meeting - Auust 24, 2010
While our board meetings are always open to the public, our next meeting may be of special interst to you. Sadie Gardner with Bridging the Gap will be giving a short presentation and will have a limited number of recycling bins available. Since we are asking for residents and landlords to be diligent about recycling, we hope you will join us.
August 24, 2010
6:30 p.m.
Community Room at the Metro Patro Division
7601 Prospect
August 24, 2010
6:30 p.m.
Community Room at the Metro Patro Division
7601 Prospect
Police: Public Roll-Call
If you ever wanted to see a real-life "Hill Street Blues," then you need to come to the Public Roll-Call at the Metro Division Police Station on August 31, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. The Public Roll-Call will be held in the Community Room (an immediate right as you enter the lobby) at 7601 Prospect.
Why your attendance should be important to you:
* You will get to meet your beat cops and the Dog Watch Captain
* You will get to observe how information is passed to police officers
* You can ask questions of the police and voice concerns or observations
* It gives the police officers an opportunity to know more about residents and allows them to ask questions of us
I have been to a couple of these and found it invaluable in meeting those officers who routinely patrol my area and being able to talk honestly and frankly about issues in my neighborhood. I would urge you to make the time to attend.
Why your attendance should be important to you:
* You will get to meet your beat cops and the Dog Watch Captain
* You will get to observe how information is passed to police officers
* You can ask questions of the police and voice concerns or observations
* It gives the police officers an opportunity to know more about residents and allows them to ask questions of us
I have been to a couple of these and found it invaluable in meeting those officers who routinely patrol my area and being able to talk honestly and frankly about issues in my neighborhood. I would urge you to make the time to attend.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
August 28: Food Now
There is a new food group in town that has come together to raise funds to support local food initiatives! It is called foodNow, and it has been spearheaded by Jane Zieha Bell of the Blue Bird Bistro, and a wide variety of leaders from Les Dames D’Escoffier, Slow Food, and other organizations and individuals.
They will be organizing a once-a-year GALA event with the proceeds to benefit KC area non-profits that work on farming, gardening, and food issues. This first year, KC Center for Urban Agriculture, KC Community Gardens, and the Greater KC Food Policy Coalition are happy to be the beneficiaries.
The event is on August 28, in the evening. It should be really wonderful, with appetizers on the rooftop of the Stowe Hardware Building in the West Bottoms, and a meal in the blocked-off street below, prepared by local chefs, using all local ingredients.
They are hoping for donations of food for the meal and items for their silent auction. A letter with more details is attached, and below. Also, if you are interested in buying tickets, volunteering, or helping out in some way, it would be a great contribution for folks to get involved! Contact them directly at www.foodNow.org for more information.
Katherine Kelly
Executive Director, Farmer
KC Center for Urban Agriculture
www.kccua.org
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Free bus transportation offered for Back-to-School Rally
Free bus transportation offered for Back-to-School Rally
In an effort to support the community, FREE school bus transportation will be offered to members of the community to attend Councilman Terry Riley's Back-to-School Rally on Saturday, July 31, 2010.
The Kansas City, Mo School District (KCMSD) will operate two school bus shuttles that will transport visitors to and from Manual Career Technical Center. Shuttles will begin at 9:30am and travel between two drop-off sites at approximately 30-minute intervals. The last shuttle will depart
Manual Tech at 1:30pm.
You can catch a free shuttle at either of the following locations:
Northeast High School
415 Van Brunt Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64106
Shuttles will pick up and drop-off in front of the school.
Afrikan-Centered Education Collegium Campus
3500 E Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64132
Shuttles will pick up and drop-off in front of the Upper Campus.
In an effort to support the community, FREE school bus transportation will be offered to members of the community to attend Councilman Terry Riley's Back-to-School Rally on Saturday, July 31, 2010.
The Kansas City, Mo School District (KCMSD) will operate two school bus shuttles that will transport visitors to and from Manual Career Technical Center. Shuttles will begin at 9:30am and travel between two drop-off sites at approximately 30-minute intervals. The last shuttle will depart
Manual Tech at 1:30pm.
You can catch a free shuttle at either of the following locations:
Northeast High School
415 Van Brunt Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64106
Shuttles will pick up and drop-off in front of the school.
Afrikan-Centered Education Collegium Campus
3500 E Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64132
Shuttles will pick up and drop-off in front of the Upper Campus.
Aug. 6-8: Sales Tax Holiday
City participates in Sales Tax Holiday
From Aug. 6-8, shoppers can take advantage of a three-day sales tax holiday from the City of Kansas City, Mo., State of Missouri, Cass County, Clay County, Jackson County and Platte County when they purchase certain items of clothing, shoes, school supplies and computers in Kansas City, Missouri stores. Learn more here >>
From Aug. 6-8, shoppers can take advantage of a three-day sales tax holiday from the City of Kansas City, Mo., State of Missouri, Cass County, Clay County, Jackson County and Platte County when they purchase certain items of clothing, shoes, school supplies and computers in Kansas City, Missouri stores. Learn more here >>
Friday, July 23, 2010
Summer Jobs: ages of 16 to 24
Summer Jobs: Green Ways to Green Careers is a career development initiative for young people between the ages of 16 to 24 which will provide a six week internship at government, for–profit and non-profit agencies with a focus on “Green” work practices and careers. Eligible young people, who meet the following requirements will be granted priority; complete application; provide required documentation; and have a good work history. The program will conclude on September 30, 2010. Sign up today.
Click here to sign up ->
Click here to sign up ->
July17th: PLAY Clinic with the Royals
The Kansas City Royals in conjunction with the Office of Civic and Community Engagement, a division of the City Manager’s Office, will offer a free baseball PLAY (Promoting a Lifetime of Activity for Youth) clinic to Kansas City area youth, ages 10- 14. The event will be held on July 27 from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on the field at Kauffman Stadium.
The Royals PLAY Clinic provides boys and girls throughout the Kansas City area the opportunity to enhance their baseball skills, while also learning about the benefits of living a healthy, active lifestyle.
Councilwoman Melba Curls, who is an active promoter of building active communities, recently said, “The Royals PLAY Clinic is a great example of how Kansas City is getting on board with first lady, Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Initiative. Programs of this nature can promote fitness and help stop childhood obesity.”
Space is limited and registration is required, please visit www.kcmo.org/engagekc to register. For more information, please contact the Office of Civic and Community Engagement at 816-513-1378.
The Royals PLAY Clinic provides boys and girls throughout the Kansas City area the opportunity to enhance their baseball skills, while also learning about the benefits of living a healthy, active lifestyle.
Councilwoman Melba Curls, who is an active promoter of building active communities, recently said, “The Royals PLAY Clinic is a great example of how Kansas City is getting on board with first lady, Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Initiative. Programs of this nature can promote fitness and help stop childhood obesity.”
Space is limited and registration is required, please visit www.kcmo.org/engagekc to register. For more information, please contact the Office of Civic and Community Engagement at 816-513-1378.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
July31st: Back-to-school rally
More than 500 youths to receive supplies for upcoming school year at back-to-school rally
OVER 500 YOUTH TO RECEIVE SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR UPCOMING SCHOOL YEAR:
Bishop Eric Morrison and Kingdom Word Ministries to provide a day of fun and supplies for Youth in Kansas City’s urban core
KANSAS CITY, MO – On Saturday, July 31, Kingdom Word Ministries (KWM) will host its 5th annual Back to School Rally from Noon to 3:00pm in 2 locations: 3301 Cypress Ave and at the Milton Moore Elementary School playground on the corner of Linwood and Cypress.
The event, created by KWM pastor and community advocate, Bishop Eric Morrison, was designed to provide youth located in Kansas City’s urban core with a day of positive entertainment and access to free school supplies for the upcoming year. Rally planners are preparing to accommodate over 1000 attendees and provide supplies to over 500 kindergarten to high school-aged children.
“I grew up just a few minutes from the church, so I’m a native of this community,” Bishop Morrison said. “I understand how an event of this magnitude can have such a far-reaching effect on the youth, and I know that these kids will enter classrooms this fall with a lot more enthusiasm if they feel equipped and empowered.”
The 2010 Back to School Rally will feature a 3 on 3 basketball tournament, rides, waterslides, free food and clothing. After a tremendous response at last year’s rally, the Kansas City Free Health Clinic will again be on hand to offer free rapid HIV testing in efforts to counteract the growing number of AIDS-related deaths among African-Americans.
For more information regarding the 2010 back to School Rally or to schedule an interview, please contact Bishop Eric Morrison at (816) 365-2247 or prophet_moe@yahoo.com.
OVER 500 YOUTH TO RECEIVE SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR UPCOMING SCHOOL YEAR:
Bishop Eric Morrison and Kingdom Word Ministries to provide a day of fun and supplies for Youth in Kansas City’s urban core
KANSAS CITY, MO – On Saturday, July 31, Kingdom Word Ministries (KWM) will host its 5th annual Back to School Rally from Noon to 3:00pm in 2 locations: 3301 Cypress Ave and at the Milton Moore Elementary School playground on the corner of Linwood and Cypress.
The event, created by KWM pastor and community advocate, Bishop Eric Morrison, was designed to provide youth located in Kansas City’s urban core with a day of positive entertainment and access to free school supplies for the upcoming year. Rally planners are preparing to accommodate over 1000 attendees and provide supplies to over 500 kindergarten to high school-aged children.
“I grew up just a few minutes from the church, so I’m a native of this community,” Bishop Morrison said. “I understand how an event of this magnitude can have such a far-reaching effect on the youth, and I know that these kids will enter classrooms this fall with a lot more enthusiasm if they feel equipped and empowered.”
The 2010 Back to School Rally will feature a 3 on 3 basketball tournament, rides, waterslides, free food and clothing. After a tremendous response at last year’s rally, the Kansas City Free Health Clinic will again be on hand to offer free rapid HIV testing in efforts to counteract the growing number of AIDS-related deaths among African-Americans.
For more information regarding the 2010 back to School Rally or to schedule an interview, please contact Bishop Eric Morrison at (816) 365-2247 or prophet_moe@yahoo.com.
Tulips on Troost: Help Support an ajoining community
Beautiful Tulips on Troost Greeting Cards for sale!
Greeting cardsWe have created sets of 8 beautiful greeting cards featuring tulip photos taken on Troost Avenue by local photographers. The cards are blank on the inside and show the Tulips on Troost mission on the back. They are 4" x 5.5" and come with blank white envelopes. They are perfect to use for thank you cards or to send a quick note, or to give as a gift! $15/set of 8 unique cards. Please contact Maureen if you would like to make a purchase!
If you own a retail location, we'd love to feature our cards in your store! Please contact Maureen if you are interested.
maureen@tulipsontroost.com
816.523.5553
Saturday July 24t 2010: Party in the Park
Free Entertainment Abounds at Party in the Park
Second Annual Celebration in Swope Park takes place this Saturday
JFree entertainment is abundant at this weekend's Party in the Park scheduled for Saturday, July 24, 9:00am-5:00pm in Swope Park.
BLUES & BREAKFAST
Beautiful Wild Women The free entertainment begins with Blues & Breakfast at Starlight Theatre from 9:00am-Noon. Attendees can enjoy all-you-care-to eat Chris Cakes pancakes for just $5 while enjoying performances from the following local bands:
Wild Women of Kansas City: Returning for a second year, the Wild Women of Kansas City consist of talented, seasoned performers from the Kansas City area, including veteran performer Myra Taylor, who began her career in the 1930s. Also featuring Millie Edwards Nottingham, Lori Tucker and Geneva Price, the Wild Women are a force to be reckoned with. On keyboard is Bill Manness, a lifelong resident of KC and attorney by day. The Wild Women were named the 2007 Best Musical Group by Kansas City Magazine.
Frank Plas and the Silvertones: Inspired by traditional blues artists including T Bone Walker, Otis Rush, Freddie King, Buddy Guy and many more, Frank developed his own unique style of playing at the age of 15. Shortly thereafter, Frank, along with Rich Stoy on bass, Mike Weakley on drums, and Roger Calkins singing, formed the Silver Tones. Their first performance was in the spring of 1959 at the ninth grade talent show at Indian Hills Junior High in Prairie Village, Kansas. The band's popularity developed quickly. Soon after they were playing at a variety of Kansas City Locales including the Promenade Ball Room, The Prom Coke Bar, The Chicken Coop, The Combo Club, The Flamingo Lounge and Barry's Barn. There were many other places, too numerous to name. But the most famous, and arguably the locale that made them famous, was the Soc Hop, where they were the "house band" for years to come. It was not uncommon, on Saturday night at the Soc Hop, to have twelve to fifteen hundred teenagers turn out to see the Silver Tones.
AnnaLee and the Lucky So and Sos : The make-up of AnnaLee and the Lucky So and Sos draws from a diverse mix of musicians. Every member brings varied experiences and talents from years of performing in every venue imaginable-from opera houses to roadhouses. The "Diva" of the band is AnnaLee. She brings a serious set of pipes to the table and delights in leading her Lucky So and Sos through a night of jump and jive. AnnaLee traversed the country for several years doing musical theater and finally found a home, and a band that loves her in the City of Fountains.
The Starlight STARS will perform in between sets by the bands. The Starlight STARS are a musical theatre training program for upper middle and high school students.
SUMMER BLOCK PARTY/FREE SWIM POOL PARTY
Hot 103 JAMZ hosts a free Summer Block Party in conjunction with Party in the Park. The Summer Block Party is a community celebration in honor of KPRS' 60th anniversary. The Block Party runs from 1:00-4:00pm, Lewis and Wild Cat Hollow Roads, and will feature live music entertainment, food and beverage vendors, prize giveaways, a Kids' Zone, and more.
Block Party Concert Schedule:
1:00-2:00pm: DJ Brian Brooks
2:00-2:15pm: B Double E
2:25-2:40pm: Game Tight Mike
2:45-3:00pm: The Gingerbread Man
3:05-3:20pm: W
3:25-3:40pm: 101 Swag
3:45-4:00pm: TQ and Vertigo
KCWE29 presents a Free Swim Pool Party from 1:00-5:00pm at Swope Pool, 6700 Lewis Road. The pool party features free admission, healthy snacks provided by Children's Mercy Family Health Partners, games, prizes, giveaways and music by Hot 103 JAMZ DJ Myron Fears.
NEWLY ADDED EVENT
In addition to Mother Nature Reads and Hike with a Naturalist, the Lakeside Nature Center, 4701 E. Gregory, has added Kids, Water, Bugs and Fish to their Party in the Park schedule of events. From 10:00am-3:00pm, kids will learn all about the bugs in our streams, the fish that eat them and what they can tell us about the quality of the water. Watch the Heart of America Fly Fishers as they tie flys of those bugs and show participants how to cast a fly to attract fish. Presented by the Little Blue River Watershed Coalition and Heart of America Fly Fishers.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
9:00am 1 & 2-mile Health Walks, Southeast Community Center
9:00am-12:00pm Blues & Breakfast, Starlight Theatre (ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT CHRIS CAKES PANCAKES, $5/person)
9:00am-12:00pm Earth Riders Trail Association (ERTA) Hikes & Rides, Camp Lake of the Woods
9:00am-1:00pm SNAG Golf course for parents and kids; Free 15 minute mini-lessons by PGA Professionals, The First Tee of Greater Kansas City at Heart of America Golf Academy
9:00am-3:00pm Beanstalk Children's Garden Open, Kansas City Community Gardens
10:00am-2:00pm Mother Nature Reads and Crafts, Lakeside Nature Center
10:00-11:30am Herb Walk Workshop, Kansas City Community Gardens
10:00am-2:00pm Fishing with Sol Pro Bass Club, Lake of the Woods
10:00am-3:00pm Kids, Water, Bugs and Fish, Lakeside Nature Center
10:00am-3:00pm Kansas City Cricket games, Lewis Road fields
10:00am-3:00pm Zoo Tales, Kansas City Zoo
10:30am-12:00pm Hike with a Naturalist, Lakeside Nature Center
11:00am-2:00pm Ethnic Enrichment Commission Culture Box Displays, Southeast Community Center
1:00-4:00pm KPRS Block Party & Concert, Lewis Road & Wild Cat Hollow Road
1:00-4:00pm Free Child ID Cards by Western & Southern, KPRS Block Party
1:00-5:00pm KCWE29 Free Swim Pool Party, Swope Pool
1:00-5:00pm Battle of Westport Museum Open, 6601 Swope Parkway
2:00 & 4:00pm Battlefield Walking Tours, Battle of Westport Museum
Visit the Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation website for all the Party in the Park details as well as a downloadable flyer and map of Swope Park.
Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation's mission is to improve the quality of life by providing recreational, leisure and aesthetic opportunities for all citizens, and by conserving and enhancing the environment. We accomplish this mission by providing quality programming, making the best use of existing resources, developing a supportive and influential constituency, developing effective collaborations and partnerships, and acquiring and preserving natural features.
Website: http://www.kcmo.org/parks
Swope Park
Swope Park is the crown jewel of the Kansas City, Missouri park system. At 1,805 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in the United States and home to many of Kansas City's finest attractions including the Kansas City Zoo, Lakeside Nature Center, Swope Memorial and Heart of America Golf Courses, Kansas City Wizards training facility, Southeast Community Center and Starlight Theatre.
Website: http://www.kcmo.org/parks.nsf/web/swope
Second Annual Celebration in Swope Park takes place this Saturday
JFree entertainment is abundant at this weekend's Party in the Park scheduled for Saturday, July 24, 9:00am-5:00pm in Swope Park.
BLUES & BREAKFAST
Beautiful Wild Women The free entertainment begins with Blues & Breakfast at Starlight Theatre from 9:00am-Noon. Attendees can enjoy all-you-care-to eat Chris Cakes pancakes for just $5 while enjoying performances from the following local bands:
Wild Women of Kansas City: Returning for a second year, the Wild Women of Kansas City consist of talented, seasoned performers from the Kansas City area, including veteran performer Myra Taylor, who began her career in the 1930s. Also featuring Millie Edwards Nottingham, Lori Tucker and Geneva Price, the Wild Women are a force to be reckoned with. On keyboard is Bill Manness, a lifelong resident of KC and attorney by day. The Wild Women were named the 2007 Best Musical Group by Kansas City Magazine.
Frank Plas and the Silvertones: Inspired by traditional blues artists including T Bone Walker, Otis Rush, Freddie King, Buddy Guy and many more, Frank developed his own unique style of playing at the age of 15. Shortly thereafter, Frank, along with Rich Stoy on bass, Mike Weakley on drums, and Roger Calkins singing, formed the Silver Tones. Their first performance was in the spring of 1959 at the ninth grade talent show at Indian Hills Junior High in Prairie Village, Kansas. The band's popularity developed quickly. Soon after they were playing at a variety of Kansas City Locales including the Promenade Ball Room, The Prom Coke Bar, The Chicken Coop, The Combo Club, The Flamingo Lounge and Barry's Barn. There were many other places, too numerous to name. But the most famous, and arguably the locale that made them famous, was the Soc Hop, where they were the "house band" for years to come. It was not uncommon, on Saturday night at the Soc Hop, to have twelve to fifteen hundred teenagers turn out to see the Silver Tones.
AnnaLee and the Lucky So and Sos : The make-up of AnnaLee and the Lucky So and Sos draws from a diverse mix of musicians. Every member brings varied experiences and talents from years of performing in every venue imaginable-from opera houses to roadhouses. The "Diva" of the band is AnnaLee. She brings a serious set of pipes to the table and delights in leading her Lucky So and Sos through a night of jump and jive. AnnaLee traversed the country for several years doing musical theater and finally found a home, and a band that loves her in the City of Fountains.
The Starlight STARS will perform in between sets by the bands. The Starlight STARS are a musical theatre training program for upper middle and high school students.
SUMMER BLOCK PARTY/FREE SWIM POOL PARTY
Hot 103 JAMZ hosts a free Summer Block Party in conjunction with Party in the Park. The Summer Block Party is a community celebration in honor of KPRS' 60th anniversary. The Block Party runs from 1:00-4:00pm, Lewis and Wild Cat Hollow Roads, and will feature live music entertainment, food and beverage vendors, prize giveaways, a Kids' Zone, and more.
Block Party Concert Schedule:
1:00-2:00pm: DJ Brian Brooks
2:00-2:15pm: B Double E
2:25-2:40pm: Game Tight Mike
2:45-3:00pm: The Gingerbread Man
3:05-3:20pm: W
3:25-3:40pm: 101 Swag
3:45-4:00pm: TQ and Vertigo
KCWE29 presents a Free Swim Pool Party from 1:00-5:00pm at Swope Pool, 6700 Lewis Road. The pool party features free admission, healthy snacks provided by Children's Mercy Family Health Partners, games, prizes, giveaways and music by Hot 103 JAMZ DJ Myron Fears.
NEWLY ADDED EVENT
In addition to Mother Nature Reads and Hike with a Naturalist, the Lakeside Nature Center, 4701 E. Gregory, has added Kids, Water, Bugs and Fish to their Party in the Park schedule of events. From 10:00am-3:00pm, kids will learn all about the bugs in our streams, the fish that eat them and what they can tell us about the quality of the water. Watch the Heart of America Fly Fishers as they tie flys of those bugs and show participants how to cast a fly to attract fish. Presented by the Little Blue River Watershed Coalition and Heart of America Fly Fishers.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
9:00am 1 & 2-mile Health Walks, Southeast Community Center
9:00am-12:00pm Blues & Breakfast, Starlight Theatre (ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT CHRIS CAKES PANCAKES, $5/person)
9:00am-12:00pm Earth Riders Trail Association (ERTA) Hikes & Rides, Camp Lake of the Woods
9:00am-1:00pm SNAG Golf course for parents and kids; Free 15 minute mini-lessons by PGA Professionals, The First Tee of Greater Kansas City at Heart of America Golf Academy
9:00am-3:00pm Beanstalk Children's Garden Open, Kansas City Community Gardens
10:00am-2:00pm Mother Nature Reads and Crafts, Lakeside Nature Center
10:00-11:30am Herb Walk Workshop, Kansas City Community Gardens
10:00am-2:00pm Fishing with Sol Pro Bass Club, Lake of the Woods
10:00am-3:00pm Kids, Water, Bugs and Fish, Lakeside Nature Center
10:00am-3:00pm Kansas City Cricket games, Lewis Road fields
10:00am-3:00pm Zoo Tales, Kansas City Zoo
10:30am-12:00pm Hike with a Naturalist, Lakeside Nature Center
11:00am-2:00pm Ethnic Enrichment Commission Culture Box Displays, Southeast Community Center
1:00-4:00pm KPRS Block Party & Concert, Lewis Road & Wild Cat Hollow Road
1:00-4:00pm Free Child ID Cards by Western & Southern, KPRS Block Party
1:00-5:00pm KCWE29 Free Swim Pool Party, Swope Pool
1:00-5:00pm Battle of Westport Museum Open, 6601 Swope Parkway
2:00 & 4:00pm Battlefield Walking Tours, Battle of Westport Museum
Visit the Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation website for all the Party in the Park details as well as a downloadable flyer and map of Swope Park.
Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation's mission is to improve the quality of life by providing recreational, leisure and aesthetic opportunities for all citizens, and by conserving and enhancing the environment. We accomplish this mission by providing quality programming, making the best use of existing resources, developing a supportive and influential constituency, developing effective collaborations and partnerships, and acquiring and preserving natural features.
Website: http://www.kcmo.org/parks
Swope Park
Swope Park is the crown jewel of the Kansas City, Missouri park system. At 1,805 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in the United States and home to many of Kansas City's finest attractions including the Kansas City Zoo, Lakeside Nature Center, Swope Memorial and Heart of America Golf Courses, Kansas City Wizards training facility, Southeast Community Center and Starlight Theatre.
Website: http://www.kcmo.org/parks.nsf/web/swope
August 11th: Animal Control will be going door to door
We wanted to let you know that Animal Control will be going door to door in your neighborhood on August 11th, 2010. They will be looking for pet owners who are not incompliant with animal control ordinances. In particular, they may be issuing tickets to pet owners who do not have their pets current on vaccinations/pet licensing.
I wanted to inform you that pet owners should visit their veterinarian as soon as possible to avoid any fines.
Spay & Neuter Kansas City is offering discounted vaccinations and pet owners may also purchase their city license at our clinic.
Spay & Neuter Kansas City
1116 E 59th (NE corner of 59th and Troost)
Kansas City, MO 64110
816-353-0940
We have walk in clinics on Fridays from 10-2 and Saturdays 9-12.
Making a difference...
Spay & Neuter Kansas City
Michelle Dormady, President
mdor956252@aol.com
PO Box 410303
Kansas City, MO 64141
tel: 816-353-0940 X12
fax: 816-523-0887
mobile: 816-519-3428
www.snkc.net
I wanted to inform you that pet owners should visit their veterinarian as soon as possible to avoid any fines.
Spay & Neuter Kansas City is offering discounted vaccinations and pet owners may also purchase their city license at our clinic.
Spay & Neuter Kansas City
1116 E 59th (NE corner of 59th and Troost)
Kansas City, MO 64110
816-353-0940
We have walk in clinics on Fridays from 10-2 and Saturdays 9-12.
Making a difference...
Spay & Neuter Kansas City
Michelle Dormady, President
mdor956252@aol.com
PO Box 410303
Kansas City, MO 64141
tel: 816-353-0940 X12
fax: 816-523-0887
mobile: 816-519-3428
www.snkc.net
Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II Invites you to Connect KC
On behalf of Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, I would like to invite young professionals to connect with other young professionals, express themselves and find common ground at the place where jazz found its voice.
Connect KC is a monthly networking event for young urban professionals every Fourth Friday of the month at the American Jazz Museum in the 18th and Vine district.
The event will include hors d’oeuvres from neighborhood restaurants, a cash bar, jazz music, and opportunities for young professionals to connect with each other, federal department officials and corporate leaders on congressional matters that are important to them, and the 18th and Vine Jazz District.
Please pass this invitation on to your network so that young professionals can take advantage of this great opportunity.
Do not hesitate to contact me with any comments, questions or concerns that you may have.
Kaeanna Wood
Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II
Missouri ’s Fifth District
kaeanna.wood@mail.house.gov
Connect KC is a monthly networking event for young urban professionals every Fourth Friday of the month at the American Jazz Museum in the 18th and Vine district.
The event will include hors d’oeuvres from neighborhood restaurants, a cash bar, jazz music, and opportunities for young professionals to connect with each other, federal department officials and corporate leaders on congressional matters that are important to them, and the 18th and Vine Jazz District.
Please pass this invitation on to your network so that young professionals can take advantage of this great opportunity.
Do not hesitate to contact me with any comments, questions or concerns that you may have.
Kaeanna Wood
Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II
Missouri ’s Fifth District
kaeanna.wood@mail.house.gov
Monday, July 19, 2010
Your health during times of extreme heat
Ten things you can do to protect your health during times of extreme heat:
- Never leave children, pets or others alone in closed vehicles: within minutes, the temperature inside a car can reach over 140 degrees and this can kill within minutes.
- Avoid too much sunshine, and postpone outdoor activities and games.
- Avoid extreme temperature changes, such as a taking a cool shower immediately after coming inside from hot temperatures.
- Stay indoors as much as possible.
- If your home does not have air conditioning, go to a public building every day for several hours.
- Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs, to reduce heat and save money.
- Conserve electricity not needed to keep you cool.
- If you have to work outside, take frequent breaks, rest in the shade, and drink plenty of water.
- Dress for the weather: wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing;lightweight, light-colored clothing reflects heat and helps maintain normal body temperature. If you have to be outside, cover as much skin as possible to avoid sunburn. Protect your face and head with a wide-brimmed hat.
- Check on your neighbors, friends and relatives at least twice a day (morning and night).
For more information about heat-related illnesses, visit the CDC’s Web page about extreme heat http://www.cdc.gov/Features/ExtremeHeat/.
Heat information also can be found on the Health Department's Web page (www.kcmo.org/health). For general information on signs and symptoms of heat related illness, call the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313. For heat information and community resources, call the Health Department's community partner United Way 2-1-1, at 211 or 816-474-5112.
- Never leave children, pets or others alone in closed vehicles: within minutes, the temperature inside a car can reach over 140 degrees and this can kill within minutes.
- Avoid too much sunshine, and postpone outdoor activities and games.
- Avoid extreme temperature changes, such as a taking a cool shower immediately after coming inside from hot temperatures.
- Stay indoors as much as possible.
- If your home does not have air conditioning, go to a public building every day for several hours.
- Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs, to reduce heat and save money.
- Conserve electricity not needed to keep you cool.
- If you have to work outside, take frequent breaks, rest in the shade, and drink plenty of water.
- Dress for the weather: wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing;lightweight, light-colored clothing reflects heat and helps maintain normal body temperature. If you have to be outside, cover as much skin as possible to avoid sunburn. Protect your face and head with a wide-brimmed hat.
- Check on your neighbors, friends and relatives at least twice a day (morning and night).
For more information about heat-related illnesses, visit the CDC’s Web page about extreme heat http://www.cdc.gov/Features/ExtremeHeat/.
Heat information also can be found on the Health Department's Web page (www.kcmo.org/health). For general information on signs and symptoms of heat related illness, call the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313. For heat information and community resources, call the Health Department's community partner United Way 2-1-1, at 211 or 816-474-5112.
Members of the Coalition's Safety & Security Committee
Email from Marlborough Community Coalition
Members of the Coalition's Safety & Security Committee have been in contact with KCPD about a Caucasian man, traveling around the Marlborough neighborhood, taking pictures. He is dressed in street clothes and a ball cap. The man has been seen in a full-sized, white pick-up with no camper, ladder racks, safety equipment or signage. He purportedly stops for only a few minutes and takes pictures of properties where he is parked in front of.
His purpose for being in the neighborhood has not been determined. KCPD say he is not associated KCP&L, Codes, the City, Fire Department or any other city/county entity that would be seen doing this kind of activity. Furthermore, these agencies would have identifying markings on their vehicles.
DO NOT MAKE CONTACT WITH THIS MAN AND MAKE EVERY EFFORT NOT TO BE SEEN BY HIM. Please only get the license plate number off the vehicle and where he was seen, and report to 911. The police would like to talk with him.
--
Betty Ost-Everley
Marlborough Community Coalition
"Making Marlborough a Better Place to Live and Work"
marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com
Members of the Coalition's Safety & Security Committee have been in contact with KCPD about a Caucasian man, traveling around the Marlborough neighborhood, taking pictures. He is dressed in street clothes and a ball cap. The man has been seen in a full-sized, white pick-up with no camper, ladder racks, safety equipment or signage. He purportedly stops for only a few minutes and takes pictures of properties where he is parked in front of.
His purpose for being in the neighborhood has not been determined. KCPD say he is not associated KCP&L, Codes, the City, Fire Department or any other city/county entity that would be seen doing this kind of activity. Furthermore, these agencies would have identifying markings on their vehicles.
DO NOT MAKE CONTACT WITH THIS MAN AND MAKE EVERY EFFORT NOT TO BE SEEN BY HIM. Please only get the license plate number off the vehicle and where he was seen, and report to 911. The police would like to talk with him.
--
Betty Ost-Everley
Marlborough Community Coalition
"Making Marlborough a Better Place to Live and Work"
marlboroughcoalition@gmail.com
Friday, July 16, 2010
Build A Rain Barrel : July 20th $45 fee
Build A Rain Barrel
Did you know that every year thousands of gallons of water run off your roof? In this workshop you’ll gain the confidence and knowledge to capture some of that free, high quality water. We’ll talk about the benefits of rain barrels, answer questions and then fire up the power tools to make your own custom barrel. Warning, rain barrels are habitat forming! Beau has helped hundreds of people around Kansas City learn how to
Convener: Sadie Gardner E-mail: sadie.gardner@bridgingthegap.org Web site: www.bridgingthegap.org
CLASS FEE: $9 + $36 material fee = $45
Sec. B: 1 session; Tuesday, July 20; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM; 3 Trails Community Recycling Center, 91st and Hillcrest, KCMO, In the parking lot of the vacant Hyper-Mart (Super Wal-Mart) near the Burlington Coat Factory.
LIMIT: 20
Did you know that every year thousands of gallons of water run off your roof? In this workshop you’ll gain the confidence and knowledge to capture some of that free, high quality water. We’ll talk about the benefits of rain barrels, answer questions and then fire up the power tools to make your own custom barrel. Warning, rain barrels are habitat forming! Beau has helped hundreds of people around Kansas City learn how to
Convener: Sadie Gardner E-mail: sadie.gardner@bridgingthegap.org Web site: www.bridgingthegap.org
CLASS FEE: $9 + $36 material fee = $45
Sec. B: 1 session; Tuesday, July 20; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM; 3 Trails Community Recycling Center, 91st and Hillcrest, KCMO, In the parking lot of the vacant Hyper-Mart (Super Wal-Mart) near the Burlington Coat Factory.
LIMIT: 20
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Free Shuttle to Powell Gardens
Free Shuttle to Powell Gardens
A group of generous donors provided funding once again to operate a free shuttle from the Kauffman Memorial Garden at 4800 Rockhill Rd in Kansas City during the 2010 summer season on a limited basis. Anyone is welcome to request reservations on the shuttle.
Riders will have an opportunity to make a donation to help with the costs, and they will need to pay admission when the bus arrives at Powell Gardens. Those in a hardship situation not able to afford the fee at the gate may request passes by providing a statement of need.
Admission is $9.50 for adults ($10 during Festival of Butterflies)
$8.50 for seniors ($9 during Festival of Butterflies)
$4 children ages 5 to 12 ($5 during Festival of Butterflies).
Reservations will be collected in the order received by fax, phone or email, see below.
I would like to reserve ________ spots on the shuttle bus.
To accommodate my party, we’ll need spots for ________wheelchairs. (The bus has room for two wheelchairs.)
I would like to have ____ free adult admission passes and ____ free child passes. *
* To Qualify: please provide a brief statement about your situation and what a visit to Powell Gardens would mean to you or your group. Tell us a story! This is to let our sponsors know how valuable their gift is.
Statement of need:
Please make my SHUTTLE reservations for this date and time:
Sunday, June 20, Father's Day: Doo Dads perform @ 2pm The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 12:00 NOON and leaves Powell Gardens at 4:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden
Saturday, July 17, Sweet Corn Festival. The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 9:00 a.m. and leaves Powell Gardens at 1:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden
Saturday, July 31, Paul Mesner Puppets perform @ 11 & 1. The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 9:00 a.m. and leaves Powell Gardens at 1:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden
Saturday, August 7, Festival of Butterflies. The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 9:00 a.m. and leaves Powell Gardens at 1:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden
Sunday, August 8, Festival of Butterflies. The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 12:00 NOON and leaves Powell Gardens at 4:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden
Saturday, August 14, Festival of Butterflies. The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 9:00 a.m. and leaves Powell Gardens at 1:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden Sunday, August 15, Festival of Butterflies. The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 12:00 NOON and leaves Powell Gardens at 4:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden
Saturday, September 11, Tomato and Chili Pepper Festival. The bus leaves the Kauffman Memorial Garden (4800 Rockhill, KCMO) at 9:00 a.m. and leaves Powell Gardens at 1:00 p.m. for the return trip back to the Kauffman Memorial Garden
Name
Organization
Address
City State Zip
Daytime Phone Email
Reservations will be made in the order received by fax, phone or email.
Fax 816-697-2619 or call 816-697-2600 ext. 209 or email lburton@powellgardens.org
Powell Gardens, Inc. 1609 NW US Highway 50 Kingsville, MO 64061 www.powellgardens.org
Ethnic Enrichment Festival scheduled for August 20-22
Ethnic Enrichment Festival scheduled for August 20-22
"Feel the World Beat in the Heart of America" at the 31st annual event in Swope Park
July 15, 2010. . . The Ethnic Enrichment Commission of Kansas City, Missouri presents the 31st Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival in Swope Park August 20-22. The event, one of the largest and longest-running of its kind, annually attracts more than 35,000 visitors.
Festival hours are: Friday, August 20, 6:00-10:00pm; Saturday, August 21, Noon-10:00pm; and Sunday, August 22, Noon-6:00pm. Adult admission is $3.00 and children 12 and under are free. The festival is located at the Swope Park bandstand, near the park's main gate at Meyer & Swope Parkway. Parking is free.
Ethnic Flags-Jeanita Ives The 2010 festival features food, crafts and culture from 62 countries. Each country hosts a booth that displays and sells authentic food, artifacts and crafts from their respective country. The festival also has a Beer Garden offering domestic and imported beer selections from around the world.
This year's festival also features a Kids' World with creative fun and cultural activities led by members of the Ethnic Enrichment Commission and Wonderscope. Kids' World activities will include coin rubbings, learning how a bagpipe works, various ethnic crafts and more. Kids' World is open on Friday from 4:30-8:30pm; Saturday from Noon-7:30pm (closed during the Parade of Flags from 4:00-5:30pm); and open on Sunday from 12:30-5:30pm (closed during the Fashion Show from 1:30-2:30pm). Activities take place in 30 minute increments beginning on the hour and half hour.
Stage entertainment includes performances by a different ethnic group every 30 minutes and the traditional and majestic Parade of Flags that begins at 4:00pm on Saturday afternoon.
"Feel the World Beat in the Heart of America" at the 31st annual event in Swope Park
July 15, 2010. . . The Ethnic Enrichment Commission of Kansas City, Missouri presents the 31st Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival in Swope Park August 20-22. The event, one of the largest and longest-running of its kind, annually attracts more than 35,000 visitors.
Festival hours are: Friday, August 20, 6:00-10:00pm; Saturday, August 21, Noon-10:00pm; and Sunday, August 22, Noon-6:00pm. Adult admission is $3.00 and children 12 and under are free. The festival is located at the Swope Park bandstand, near the park's main gate at Meyer & Swope Parkway. Parking is free.
Ethnic Flags-Jeanita Ives The 2010 festival features food, crafts and culture from 62 countries. Each country hosts a booth that displays and sells authentic food, artifacts and crafts from their respective country. The festival also has a Beer Garden offering domestic and imported beer selections from around the world.
This year's festival also features a Kids' World with creative fun and cultural activities led by members of the Ethnic Enrichment Commission and Wonderscope. Kids' World activities will include coin rubbings, learning how a bagpipe works, various ethnic crafts and more. Kids' World is open on Friday from 4:30-8:30pm; Saturday from Noon-7:30pm (closed during the Parade of Flags from 4:00-5:30pm); and open on Sunday from 12:30-5:30pm (closed during the Fashion Show from 1:30-2:30pm). Activities take place in 30 minute increments beginning on the hour and half hour.
Stage entertainment includes performances by a different ethnic group every 30 minutes and the traditional and majestic Parade of Flags that begins at 4:00pm on Saturday afternoon.
PUBLIC MEETING FOR TARGET GREEN AREA
Residents in the City's Middle Blue River Basin Green Solutions Pilot Project area are invited to attend a public meeting to learn about how upcoming sewer rehabilitation work will impact daily activities and what residents should do during construction times. Residents will also be able to obtain information about construction activities in or near their property from the contractor.
Hosted by the City's Water Services Department, the meeting is scheduled for Saturday, July 17th at 9 am at the Sunrise Christian Assembly Church, 1112 E. 77th Street Kansas City, Missouri.
The Water Services Department has been working to make progress on the entire Middle Blue River Green Solutions Pilot Project, which includes repairing the existing sewer system. Construction will begin this summer to make those repairs.
The 100-acre pilot project is located within the Middle Blue River Basin and is bounded by 73rd Street to 77th Terrace and Holmes Road to Paseo Boulevard. The project involves rehabilitating the existing sewer system and using green solutions to capture stormwater before it enters the combined sewer system to reduce the amount of sewer overflows. Green solutions are an alternative to more traditional gray stormwater improvements such as storage tanks and pumping facilities. There are more than 300 property owners in the pilot project area.
For more information about the Middle Blue River Basin Green Solutions Pilot Project, visit the web site at www.kcmo.org/targetgreen, e-mail the Overflow Control Program at KC-OCPinfo@kcmo.org, or call (816) 513-0521.
Hosted by the City's Water Services Department, the meeting is scheduled for Saturday, July 17th at 9 am at the Sunrise Christian Assembly Church, 1112 E. 77th Street Kansas City, Missouri.
The Water Services Department has been working to make progress on the entire Middle Blue River Green Solutions Pilot Project, which includes repairing the existing sewer system. Construction will begin this summer to make those repairs.
The 100-acre pilot project is located within the Middle Blue River Basin and is bounded by 73rd Street to 77th Terrace and Holmes Road to Paseo Boulevard. The project involves rehabilitating the existing sewer system and using green solutions to capture stormwater before it enters the combined sewer system to reduce the amount of sewer overflows. Green solutions are an alternative to more traditional gray stormwater improvements such as storage tanks and pumping facilities. There are more than 300 property owners in the pilot project area.
For more information about the Middle Blue River Basin Green Solutions Pilot Project, visit the web site at www.kcmo.org/targetgreen, e-mail the Overflow Control Program at KC-OCPinfo@kcmo.org, or call (816) 513-0521.
"Hands of Hope" initiative expands to all District schools
"Hands of Hope" initiative expands to all District schools
The Kansas City, Missouri School District (KCMSD) "Hands of Hope" initiative will re-launch Saturday, July 24 through a mix of revitalization work and upgrades at 30 school sites.
Led by the KCMSD Adopt-A-School Steering Committee, volunteers from across the metropolitan area will help prepare schools for the 2010-2011 school year. The following work will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.:
· Painting of the curb areas
· Sweeping and repainting parking stripes
· Raking along fence lines
· Painting of the fourth-floor hallways at Southwest High
· Painting of the café at Lincoln College Preparatory Academy
· Painting of the classrooms at Banneker Elementary
8:30 a.m. to Noon......and from..... 1pm to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 24th
Volunteers are asked to work either the 8:30am - Noon shift or the 1pm- 4:30pm shift.
"We are thrilled the community has once again stepped forward as a willing partner in our preparation for the upcoming school year," Superintendent John Covington said. "Great schools are a result of a strong and supportive community. Hands of Hope is a wonderful demonstration of what is possible for our schools when we all work together."
Potential volunteers are encouraged to contact Irene Von Collins at the Parent Resource Center by calling (816) 418-8615.
The Kansas City, Missouri School District (KCMSD) "Hands of Hope" initiative will re-launch Saturday, July 24 through a mix of revitalization work and upgrades at 30 school sites.
Led by the KCMSD Adopt-A-School Steering Committee, volunteers from across the metropolitan area will help prepare schools for the 2010-2011 school year. The following work will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.:
· Painting of the curb areas
· Sweeping and repainting parking stripes
· Raking along fence lines
· Painting of the fourth-floor hallways at Southwest High
· Painting of the café at Lincoln College Preparatory Academy
· Painting of the classrooms at Banneker Elementary
8:30 a.m. to Noon......and from..... 1pm to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 24th
Volunteers are asked to work either the 8:30am - Noon shift or the 1pm- 4:30pm shift.
"We are thrilled the community has once again stepped forward as a willing partner in our preparation for the upcoming school year," Superintendent John Covington said. "Great schools are a result of a strong and supportive community. Hands of Hope is a wonderful demonstration of what is possible for our schools when we all work together."
Potential volunteers are encouraged to contact Irene Von Collins at the Parent Resource Center by calling (816) 418-8615.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Summer Camps In KC MO
Marlborough Community Center
8200 Paseo Boulevard
June 14 - Aug 6
Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Ages: 6-14 years old
$36 per child/ per week or $288 for 8 weeks
This summer enrichment camp provides children with a fun safe supervised environment. Children will participate in gym activities, arts & crafts, fieldtrips and "Tree Camp". Call the center for more information at 816-784-3100.
Sign up NOW
Learn about other locations by clicking here >>
8200 Paseo Boulevard
June 14 - Aug 6
Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Ages: 6-14 years old
$36 per child/ per week or $288 for 8 weeks
This summer enrichment camp provides children with a fun safe supervised environment. Children will participate in gym activities, arts & crafts, fieldtrips and "Tree Camp". Call the center for more information at 816-784-3100.
Sign up NOW
Learn about other locations by clicking here >>
High tempatures: Cooling places
The eight Salvation Army community centers across the metro area opened as cooling centers today, and Olathe officials designated that role to two libraries in that city. Independence opened two cooling centers.
The Salvation Army centers will be open at least from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., including the weekends, while the excessive heat warning is in effect. Cold drinks and light snacks will be provided to those seeking relief from the heat.
The Salvation Army centers:
611 E. 129th St., Grandview
14700 E. Truman Road, Independence
3013 E. 9th St., Kansas City
6618 E. Truman Road, Kansas City
5306 N. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City
500 W. 39th Street, Kansas City
6723 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kan.
420 E. Santa Fe, Olathe
Also in Olathe, the main Library at 201 E. Park St. and the Indian Creek branch at 12990 S. Black Bob Road will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., officials said.
People escaping the heat are encouraged to bring necessary personal items like medicines and ready-to-eat snacks, Olathe officials said.
Johnson County library officials also encouraged citizens to cool down by visiting one of the 13 library branches.
The Salvation Army also said it is sending out volunteers to distribute cold bottles of water to the homeless and people working outside.
In Independence, two community centers will be operating as cooling centers during the heat advisory. City officials are inviting area residents without access to air conditioning to visit any of the locations.
The Roger T. Sermon Community Center, 201 N. Dodgion St., will be open from 8 a.m. through 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
The Fairmount Community Center, 217 S. Cedar Ave., will be open from 8 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Area residents can call 816-252-5094 to inquire about extended hours.
Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/07/14/2082857/cooling-centers-in-operation-as.html#ixzz0tgPsHYCH
The Salvation Army centers will be open at least from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., including the weekends, while the excessive heat warning is in effect. Cold drinks and light snacks will be provided to those seeking relief from the heat.
The Salvation Army centers:
611 E. 129th St., Grandview
14700 E. Truman Road, Independence
3013 E. 9th St., Kansas City
6618 E. Truman Road, Kansas City
5306 N. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City
500 W. 39th Street, Kansas City
6723 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kan.
420 E. Santa Fe, Olathe
Also in Olathe, the main Library at 201 E. Park St. and the Indian Creek branch at 12990 S. Black Bob Road will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., officials said.
People escaping the heat are encouraged to bring necessary personal items like medicines and ready-to-eat snacks, Olathe officials said.
Johnson County library officials also encouraged citizens to cool down by visiting one of the 13 library branches.
The Salvation Army also said it is sending out volunteers to distribute cold bottles of water to the homeless and people working outside.
In Independence, two community centers will be operating as cooling centers during the heat advisory. City officials are inviting area residents without access to air conditioning to visit any of the locations.
The Roger T. Sermon Community Center, 201 N. Dodgion St., will be open from 8 a.m. through 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
The Fairmount Community Center, 217 S. Cedar Ave., will be open from 8 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Area residents can call 816-252-5094 to inquire about extended hours.
Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/07/14/2082857/cooling-centers-in-operation-as.html#ixzz0tgPsHYCH
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Shelter open July 12
Shelter open July 12
Hillcrest Community Center, 10401 Hillcrest Rd.
Storm damage being assessed
The City is still assessing damage, but would caution residents to stay clear of downed powerlines (report to: 1-888-LIGHTKC (1-888-544-4852)) and downed trees or limbs, especially on structures which might become unstable. More.
City expands storm cleanup options
The City's Leaf and Brush Drop-Off center, located just south of I-470 on Raytown Road, will be open to residents between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 13 through Sunday, July 18.
Hillcrest Community Center, 10401 Hillcrest Rd.
Storm damage being assessed
The City is still assessing damage, but would caution residents to stay clear of downed powerlines (report to: 1-888-LIGHTKC (1-888-544-4852)) and downed trees or limbs, especially on structures which might become unstable. More.
City expands storm cleanup options
The City's Leaf and Brush Drop-Off center, located just south of I-470 on Raytown Road, will be open to residents between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 13 through Sunday, July 18.
Friday, July 9, 2010
July 12-16: no bag limit on trash
The City is announcing that the period of July 12-16 is a "no-tag" period for trash collection. Excess Trash Tag requirements are not in place during a “no-tag” period. Normally, there is a two-bag limit for trash with trash tags to be affixed to bags over the limit.
NEXT WEEK ONLY - there will not be a limit as to the number of bags to be set out for trash. However, residents must still comply with what is acceptable to put in the trash. Those guidelines are available on the city's website, www.kcmo.org
NEXT WEEK ONLY - there will not be a limit as to the number of bags to be set out for trash. However, residents must still comply with what is acceptable to put in the trash. Those guidelines are available on the city's website, www.kcmo.org
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Waldo Rockin' Block Party
The Waldo Promotion/Program Committee is pulling out all the stops for this year's 18th annual community event. The Waldo Fall Festival, now called the Waldo Rockin' Block Party will have extended hours and will provide endless opportunities for people to spend the day and evening in Waldo.
New this year during the day will be a bike ride sponsored by Family Bicycle, an artist creating chalk drawings all day, Games2U and Laser Tag, a VIN-Etching service, and the Harley Davidson Motorcycle Club. THEN at 6 p.m., the area is transformed for the Waldo Happy Hour featuring Disco Dick and the Mirror Balls band and Lew's Grill and Bar providing beverages and light refreshments for purchase under the tent.
Beginning with a Pancake Breakfast, the opening ceremonies then begin at 10am at 75th and Wornall Rd. The day's activities include inflatables, car bashing, a train ride and climbing wall; a tent full of area business vendors; performances from area schools and churches, the Tap-A-Thon and dance studio routines, and entertainers including the Mike Miller Band.
Sponsorships are available for the event and provide major advertising opportunities for your organization metro wide. Be included on the posters, in the program, on the radio, and more! Contact Ravin at the Waldo office, 816 -523-5553 for more details!
New this year during the day will be a bike ride sponsored by Family Bicycle, an artist creating chalk drawings all day, Games2U and Laser Tag, a VIN-Etching service, and the Harley Davidson Motorcycle Club. THEN at 6 p.m., the area is transformed for the Waldo Happy Hour featuring Disco Dick and the Mirror Balls band and Lew's Grill and Bar providing beverages and light refreshments for purchase under the tent.
Beginning with a Pancake Breakfast, the opening ceremonies then begin at 10am at 75th and Wornall Rd. The day's activities include inflatables, car bashing, a train ride and climbing wall; a tent full of area business vendors; performances from area schools and churches, the Tap-A-Thon and dance studio routines, and entertainers including the Mike Miller Band.
Sponsorships are available for the event and provide major advertising opportunities for your organization metro wide. Be included on the posters, in the program, on the radio, and more! Contact Ravin at the Waldo office, 816 -523-5553 for more details!
News From the Link
49/63 Neighborhood Coalition & CAN Center Sparkle!
Since 1971, the 49/63 Neighborhood Coalition has 4963represented the area of 49th to 63rd, The Paseo to Oak. Its purpose is to bridge Troost Avenue, stabilize the community, and protect and maintain a good quality of life for residents in the area. The Community Action Network (CAN) Center was established in the early 90's to supplement this effort and to address negative issues attacking the community. Two Metro Patrol Officers and a city Codes Officer were assigned to be part of the CAN Center. COMBAT funded a person to help combat the proliferation of drug usage and sales.
For the past few years, the space housing 49/63 was outside the boundaries of the 49/63 Neighborhood. Early in 2010, in keeping with the Rockhurst University goal to support the neighborhood stabilization efforts, the University offered help by providing office space. The house at 5418 Lydia was built in 1919, and had been sitting empty for the past few years. Rockhurst installed new plumbing and electrical systems; painted the inside and out; added new storm windows, security systems and lighting; and is in the process of removing and installing fencing in the back yard. CAN volunteers have a landscape plan in the hopper as soon as the weather breaks.
The area selected for the office was known for constant calls to the police, was host to a number of unsupervised youth, and had a large number of burglaries. Landlords along the block were having difficulty keeping good renters, and the chaos was spreading to other nearby blocks. Thanks to Rockhurst and the 49/63 Coalition and CAN Center, the area is already transitioning and the disruptiveness, for which the area was known, has already decreased. Area property owners are following suit and improving their property. Congratulations to Rockhurst University, 49/63 Neighborhood Coalition and the 49/63 CAN Center for the investment made and for helping Southtown sparkle!
New Businesses in Shops at Blue Parkway
Swope Community Builders announced two new tenants moving into the Shops on Blue Parkway: Diamonds and Diamonds, 4207 E. 50th Terrace, and (opening in July) Funnel Cake Creations, an ice cream, frozen custard store with homemade creative funnel cakes at 4201-A E. Blue Parkway. The leases were negotiated by Greg Patterson & Associates, leasing agent for the shopping center.
Doing the Shuffle in Brookside
The Brookside Barkery and Bath, 118 W. 63rd St., is expanding their space next door, previously home to Flowers by Design. Meanwhile, Flowers by Design has moved east to 112 W. 63rd St. previous home to Wine. Both businesses will be gaining more space. Flowers by Design's first floor space is smaller than before but they have gained additional room in the lower level for design work, classes, and many new projects and plans to come.
Brookside Barkery and Bath owner, Delena Stout says, "The expansion will allow our customers room to shop for more varieties of food, treats, collars and leashes. The remodeled bath area will accommodate the many large dogs who live in the neighborhood." Stay tuned as construction continues.
Just up the street, tucked away next to Bellezza Tan and Salon and Charlie Hooper's, is Tower Dry Cleaners and Laundry. They will be moving around the corner into the new Missouri Bank Building (formerly Star Motors) at 6254 Main St. The new location will provide better access and parking for the patrons. The move is expected by the end of July. Stop in and see the new digs!
Since 1971, the 49/63 Neighborhood Coalition has 4963represented the area of 49th to 63rd, The Paseo to Oak. Its purpose is to bridge Troost Avenue, stabilize the community, and protect and maintain a good quality of life for residents in the area. The Community Action Network (CAN) Center was established in the early 90's to supplement this effort and to address negative issues attacking the community. Two Metro Patrol Officers and a city Codes Officer were assigned to be part of the CAN Center. COMBAT funded a person to help combat the proliferation of drug usage and sales.
For the past few years, the space housing 49/63 was outside the boundaries of the 49/63 Neighborhood. Early in 2010, in keeping with the Rockhurst University goal to support the neighborhood stabilization efforts, the University offered help by providing office space. The house at 5418 Lydia was built in 1919, and had been sitting empty for the past few years. Rockhurst installed new plumbing and electrical systems; painted the inside and out; added new storm windows, security systems and lighting; and is in the process of removing and installing fencing in the back yard. CAN volunteers have a landscape plan in the hopper as soon as the weather breaks.
The area selected for the office was known for constant calls to the police, was host to a number of unsupervised youth, and had a large number of burglaries. Landlords along the block were having difficulty keeping good renters, and the chaos was spreading to other nearby blocks. Thanks to Rockhurst and the 49/63 Coalition and CAN Center, the area is already transitioning and the disruptiveness, for which the area was known, has already decreased. Area property owners are following suit and improving their property. Congratulations to Rockhurst University, 49/63 Neighborhood Coalition and the 49/63 CAN Center for the investment made and for helping Southtown sparkle!
New Businesses in Shops at Blue Parkway
Swope Community Builders announced two new tenants moving into the Shops on Blue Parkway: Diamonds and Diamonds, 4207 E. 50th Terrace, and (opening in July) Funnel Cake Creations, an ice cream, frozen custard store with homemade creative funnel cakes at 4201-A E. Blue Parkway. The leases were negotiated by Greg Patterson & Associates, leasing agent for the shopping center.
Doing the Shuffle in Brookside
The Brookside Barkery and Bath, 118 W. 63rd St., is expanding their space next door, previously home to Flowers by Design. Meanwhile, Flowers by Design has moved east to 112 W. 63rd St. previous home to Wine. Both businesses will be gaining more space. Flowers by Design's first floor space is smaller than before but they have gained additional room in the lower level for design work, classes, and many new projects and plans to come.
Brookside Barkery and Bath owner, Delena Stout says, "The expansion will allow our customers room to shop for more varieties of food, treats, collars and leashes. The remodeled bath area will accommodate the many large dogs who live in the neighborhood." Stay tuned as construction continues.
Just up the street, tucked away next to Bellezza Tan and Salon and Charlie Hooper's, is Tower Dry Cleaners and Laundry. They will be moving around the corner into the new Missouri Bank Building (formerly Star Motors) at 6254 Main St. The new location will provide better access and parking for the patrons. The move is expected by the end of July. Stop in and see the new digs!
Troost MAX coming soon. 50 percent finished
MAX Bus Rapid Transit was first introduced in Kansas City in the Main Street corridor in July 2005. MAX is helping to change the face of transit in Kansas City and has been held up as a national model by the Federal Transit Administration. Ridership has grown more than 40% in the Main Street MAX corridor.
Troost MAX construction work is progressing rapidly and is now approximately 50% complete. The 75th & Troost Metro Station (NE Corner) began construction June 14th and is expected to be completed in October. The 75th Street facility will be the south turnaround point for MAX although every third bus will continue south to Bannister Road and to the former Bannister Mall area. MAX will run about every 10 minutes most of the day with Route 25 running approximately every 30 minutes.
Art will be a prominent feature on the MAX on Troost. Three pieces of public art will be located at MAX stations, and the new Troost Bridge over Brush Creek will also incorporate art. Sculptures will be installed at the 31st, 39th and 75th street stations. The artists for each site have drawn on community input and local history to create interesting and compelling works. At the 75th Street Metro Station turnaround, David Dahlquist's piece will be a tribute to Kansas City's contribution to jazz. The work includes a piano-like structure with LED lighting. MAX is scheduled to begin operating later this year.
Area Farmers Markets
If your looking for a farmers market to visit, click here to check out local listings.
Scammers in our area.
(The below information was from "Marlborough Community Coalition")
Attention Metro dwellers,
I received this information from a district sergeant regarding “Direct TV” scammers. If you come in contact with anyone matching this description please call 911 so we can have a talk with them.
“Would you pass along that we have "Direct TV" impersonators going door to door selling TV Satellite systems scamming people. Suspects are a black male in his 40's and a black female in her late teens. One of them had a Direct TV ID card as well. Most recent victim we are aware of was on 7-3, the technicians were supposed to come by on 7-5 to install the system but never showed up and it was determined it was a scam.”
P.O. John Trainor
Crime Prevention Officer / Community Interaction Officer
Metro Patrol Division
Kansas City, Missouri Police Department
816-581-0715
Attention Metro dwellers,
I received this information from a district sergeant regarding “Direct TV” scammers. If you come in contact with anyone matching this description please call 911 so we can have a talk with them.
“Would you pass along that we have "Direct TV" impersonators going door to door selling TV Satellite systems scamming people. Suspects are a black male in his 40's and a black female in her late teens. One of them had a Direct TV ID card as well. Most recent victim we are aware of was on 7-3, the technicians were supposed to come by on 7-5 to install the system but never showed up and it was determined it was a scam.”
P.O. John Trainor
Crime Prevention Officer / Community Interaction Officer
Metro Patrol Division
Kansas City, Missouri Police Department
816-581-0715
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
July 8th: Summer Savings in Brookside
Summer Savings in Brookside
The Summer Sidewalk Sale begins in Brookside on Thursday, July 8th and runs through Sunday, July 11th. Stroll through the hottest sales from your favorite Brookside Merchants.
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Thursday, July 1, 2010
URBAN HOMESTEADING CLASSES AT BADSEED
Classes are offered and Badseed throughout the summer and fall.
Learn how to make salsa, canned vegetable or make your own garden.
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Visit Badseed's market at
BADSEED’s Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Shares
1201 W Bannister Rd.
Kansas City, Missouri 64114
Missouri Gas Energy gets approval for a rate increase Read more: Missouri Gas Energy gets approval for a rate increase - Kansas City Business Journal
Missouri Gas Energy has gained regulatory approval to increase natural gas rates.
Kansas City-based MGE, which said it profits not from the price of gas but from its delivery, will increase the rate from nearly 70 cents per hundred cubic feet to a little more than 84 cents per hundred cubic feet.
The cost of gas is the wholesale price of gas plus transportation and storage costs. It normally accounts for about two-thirds to three-quarters of a winter gas
Read more: Missouri Gas Energy gets approval for a rate increase - Kansas City Business Journal
http://kansascity.bizjournals.com/kansascity/stories/2010/06/28/daily33.html
Kansas City-based MGE, which said it profits not from the price of gas but from its delivery, will increase the rate from nearly 70 cents per hundred cubic feet to a little more than 84 cents per hundred cubic feet.
The cost of gas is the wholesale price of gas plus transportation and storage costs. It normally accounts for about two-thirds to three-quarters of a winter gas
Read more: Missouri Gas Energy gets approval for a rate increase - Kansas City Business Journal
http://kansascity.bizjournals.com/kansascity/stories/2010/06/28/daily33.html
Michelle Obama to speak in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP)--First lady Michelle Obama will be in Kansas City next month to address the national convention of the NAACP.
The organization said Tuesday that Obama is scheduled to speak July 12 on childhood obesity and her "Let's Move! Campaign," which promotes a healthier generation of children.
More than 10,000 people are expected in Kansas City for the 101st national convention of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The five-day gathering opens July 10.
President Barack Obama also plans to visit Kansas City next month. The president is scheduled to attend a fundraiser July 8 for Democrat Robin Carnahan's campaign for U.S. Senate.
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The organization said Tuesday that Obama is scheduled to speak July 12 on childhood obesity and her "Let's Move! Campaign," which promotes a healthier generation of children.
More than 10,000 people are expected in Kansas City for the 101st national convention of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The five-day gathering opens July 10.
President Barack Obama also plans to visit Kansas City next month. The president is scheduled to attend a fundraiser July 8 for Democrat Robin Carnahan's campaign for U.S. Senate.
Click Here to learn more >>
Summer Destination
A place to check out this Summer
Located amongst the urban surroundings of 47th and Troost, the Discovery Center is literally nestled into a quiet and peaceful space, just a stone's throw from UMKC and the Plaza, and neighbor to the lovely Kauffman Gardens and Kauffman Foundation.
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Located amongst the urban surroundings of 47th and Troost, the Discovery Center is literally nestled into a quiet and peaceful space, just a stone's throw from UMKC and the Plaza, and neighbor to the lovely Kauffman Gardens and Kauffman Foundation.
Read More>>
Free Child Safty Kit
ADT is pleased to be offering a free child safety kit. Designed for children up to 14-years-old, the free kit includes a variety of safety tips for children and advice for parents.
To request your child safety kit, please fill out the webform. (One child safety kit for every child under 14 years old in each household.)
Click Here to order your kit today. >>
To request your child safety kit, please fill out the webform. (One child safety kit for every child under 14 years old in each household.)
Click Here to order your kit today. >>
Getting fresh food to Kansas City's 'deserts' is an uphill battle
Nearly 40,000 Kansas City, Mo. residents live in "food deserts" — neighborhoods that lack fresh, nutritious grocery options. And while progress is being made locally with farmers' markets and new urban agriculture regulations, experts say there's still more work to be done.
Click here to read more>>
Alternatives:
Beans and Greens:
Greater KC food policy
Kansas City Center for Urban Agriculture.
Angel Food Ministries
Click here to read more>>
Alternatives:
Beans and Greens:
Greater KC food policy
Kansas City Center for Urban Agriculture.
Angel Food Ministries
Coupons
Welcome to the online KansasCityMenus gift certificate store! Add gift certificates to your cart, checkout securely online, and print certificates from your home computer or e-mail them as a gift. Gift certificates are good for the food portion of your restaurant bill, and expire 6 months from purchase. Only one certificate may be redeemed per table. Please visit Terms & Restrictions for additional information. If you need help checking out, please email support@instagift.com or call (877) 870-DINE.
Friday, June 25, 2010
KCMO Water Services to begin monthly billing July 1st
KCMO Water Services to begin monthly billing July 1st
Beginning July 1st, the Kansas City, Missouri Water Services Department (WSD) will begin monthly billing.
“The recent completion of ‘the WAVE’ automatic meter reading installation project has allowed the Department to begin a number of customer service enhancements, including monthly billing, “ said Mable Ramey-Moore, assistant director, Business and Support Unit.
The benefits of “the WAVE” and monthly billing include:
- allowing consumers to be able to budget more efficiently by receiving water bills each month instead of bi-monthly
- a more timely account of your water use, allowing you to be able to make adjustments as needed to avoid higher water bills, especially during the summer months
- the ability to discover service line, plumbing or irrigation system leaks sooner, allowing for prompt repairs and reducing the magnitude of a high water bill caused by leaks
- viewing of daily/monthly water use on our website at www.kcmo.org/water
Some customers may have received a bill in June that was either shorter or longer than their normal bi-monthly (60 day bill). This is necessary so WSD could adjust all customers to monthly billing cycles.
Also, some customers who already receive monthly bills may receive their bill on different days than in the past.
For more information on monthly billing, visit our website at www.kcmo.org/water.
WSD will also begin an e-billing option for customers later this summer.
E-billing is the e-mail delivery of your water bill. Your bill will be sent directly to your e-mail inbox and will look exactly like your current paper bill.
Registration for e-billing will be available on our website later this summer.
On-line payments, payments by phone, walk-in and drop off locations will continue to be available.
Following the implementation of e-billing, the Department will begin work on a leak notification program that will send an email or telephone notification to customers when “the WAVE” automatic meter reading system detects high water usage.
For more information, contact Colleen Doctorian, public information officer for the Water Services Department at (816) 513-0232.
Beginning July 1st, the Kansas City, Missouri Water Services Department (WSD) will begin monthly billing.
“The recent completion of ‘the WAVE’ automatic meter reading installation project has allowed the Department to begin a number of customer service enhancements, including monthly billing, “ said Mable Ramey-Moore, assistant director, Business and Support Unit.
The benefits of “the WAVE” and monthly billing include:
- allowing consumers to be able to budget more efficiently by receiving water bills each month instead of bi-monthly
- a more timely account of your water use, allowing you to be able to make adjustments as needed to avoid higher water bills, especially during the summer months
- the ability to discover service line, plumbing or irrigation system leaks sooner, allowing for prompt repairs and reducing the magnitude of a high water bill caused by leaks
- viewing of daily/monthly water use on our website at www.kcmo.org/water
Some customers may have received a bill in June that was either shorter or longer than their normal bi-monthly (60 day bill). This is necessary so WSD could adjust all customers to monthly billing cycles.
Also, some customers who already receive monthly bills may receive their bill on different days than in the past.
For more information on monthly billing, visit our website at www.kcmo.org/water.
WSD will also begin an e-billing option for customers later this summer.
E-billing is the e-mail delivery of your water bill. Your bill will be sent directly to your e-mail inbox and will look exactly like your current paper bill.
Registration for e-billing will be available on our website later this summer.
On-line payments, payments by phone, walk-in and drop off locations will continue to be available.
Following the implementation of e-billing, the Department will begin work on a leak notification program that will send an email or telephone notification to customers when “the WAVE” automatic meter reading system detects high water usage.
For more information, contact Colleen Doctorian, public information officer for the Water Services Department at (816) 513-0232.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
June 22, deadline for Emergency Home Repair Program applications
June 22, deadline for Emergency Home Repair Program applications
The City of Kansas City, Mo., Housing and Community Development Department will stop taking Emergency Home Repair applications at the close of business on Tuesday, June 22. Since the availability of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the Emergency Home Repair Program was announced on May 14, the department has received 348 applications.
The Emergency Home Repair Program was allocated approximately $1 million in CDBG funds to permit approximately 185 homes to be assisted. Eligible homes will receive assistance in the order the applications were received and approved.
"The Emergency Home Repair program remains one of the City's most popular home repair programs," said City Councilwoman Sharon Sanders Brooks. "With the economy, including the unemployment rate in Kansas City, where it is, I am not surprised the applications exhausted the funding as soon as it did.”
The City of Kansas City, Mo., Housing and Community Development Department will stop taking Emergency Home Repair applications at the close of business on Tuesday, June 22. Since the availability of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the Emergency Home Repair Program was announced on May 14, the department has received 348 applications.
The Emergency Home Repair Program was allocated approximately $1 million in CDBG funds to permit approximately 185 homes to be assisted. Eligible homes will receive assistance in the order the applications were received and approved.
"The Emergency Home Repair program remains one of the City's most popular home repair programs," said City Councilwoman Sharon Sanders Brooks. "With the economy, including the unemployment rate in Kansas City, where it is, I am not surprised the applications exhausted the funding as soon as it did.”
SNAP Dollars Doubled at Some KC metro Farmers' Markets
Hello, all. some of you may already have heard about this program, but I want to encourage each and every one of you to pass the information along to people and organizations who work with low income people and communities who would benefit from affordable, fresh, locally grown food.
The Beans&Greens Program is a program that will match SNAP card (food stamp card) purchases at a pilot group of farmers’ markets in the KC Metro area. If a person charges $5.00 against their SNAP card, they will be able to buy $10.00 worth of local produce. The participating markets this year are:
The Beans&Greens Program is a program that will match SNAP card (food stamp card) purchases at a pilot group of farmers’ markets in the KC Metro area. If a person charges $5.00 against their SNAP card, they will be able to buy $10.00 worth of local produce. The participating markets this year are:
Monday, June 21, 2010
South KC gets a new police station.
The old Fairyland Park grounds just got a face lift, courtesy of the Kansas City Police Department.
Residents remember the park — located at 75th Street and Prospect Ave. — for the towering steel roller coasters, but they also remember its blighted history.
Fairyland was segregated in its early years. It wasn't opened to blacks until 1964, and closed in 1977. Since then, the area — and Prospect itself — has been the site of a number of failed redevelopment projects.
Click here to read more >>
Residents remember the park — located at 75th Street and Prospect Ave. — for the towering steel roller coasters, but they also remember its blighted history.
Fairyland was segregated in its early years. It wasn't opened to blacks until 1964, and closed in 1977. Since then, the area — and Prospect itself — has been the site of a number of failed redevelopment projects.
Click here to read more >>
Firework Displays in the KC metro
GARDNER, Kan.
4th of July Fireworks at Gardner Edgerton High School
starting at 6 p.m.425 North Waverly Road, Gardner, Kan. 66030
Celebrate our nation's independence with an evening of tailgating, family fun and fireworks! Tailgating begins at 6:00 p.m. with hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, soda and water.
Proceeds from the tailgating will benefit Festival on the Trails which will be held in downtown Gardner September 12 to 14. Fireworks at dusk.
gardnerchamber.com
INDEPENDENCE, Mo.
Celebrate Independence! in Independence!
July 4 - 5
Independence Square, Truman Library, 500 U.S. 24 Highway, Mormon Visitors Center, 937 West Walnut
Begin your day with a patriotic children’s parade from 23rd street up Main to the Square at 10 a.m.
The Harry S. Truman Museum and Library will offer reduced admission on July 4 and on the 5th, historic re-enactors and 1860s crafts for kids. At dusk, relax and enjoy music and a massive fireworks display at the Mormon Visitors Center.
Admission: Free, $5 at Truman Library July 4
www.visitindependence.com
KANSAS CITY, Kan.
Fireworks after the Kansas City Wizards Game
CommunityAmerica Ballpark, 1800 Village West Parkway Kansas City, Kan. 66111
Special 4th of July post-game fireworks show after the Wizards game against the Houston Dynamo. kcwizards.com
Pierson Park
Fireworks on July 3rd, beginning at 9:45 p.m at Pierson Park, 1800 S. 55th St.
wycokck.org
KANSAS CITY, Mo.
KCRiverFest Presented by KCTV5
July 3 / 4 - 11 p.m.
July 4 / 1 - 10:30 p.m.
Berkley Park on the RiverfrontFavorite local bands will headline the fourth annual KCRiverFest, a family event supporting Friends of the River – Kansas City July 3 and 4. Presented by KCTV5 and located at Kansas City’s Riverfront at Berkley Park, KCRiverFest has become "Kansas City’s Riverfront Tradition," known as the only place in downtown Kansas City to celebrate the Fourth of July with national-caliber fireworks and family entertainment.
Admission: Adults $5 / Ages 12 & under FREE
www.KCRiverFest.com
Fireworks at Worlds Of Fun
10 p.m. Fireworks
Kansas City, north of the Missouri River on the east loop of I-435 at exit 54
worldsoffun.com
LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo.
Booms & Blooms 9 p.m. - dark
Powell Gardens, about 30 miles east of Kansas City on U.S. Highway 50.
On Friday afternoon, live music begins at 7:30 p.m. the Lee’s Summit Symphony takes the stage. A fireworks display over the dark country sky immediately follows.
Admission: Adults $9 / Seniors 60+ $8 / Ages 5-12 $3 / members of Powell Gardens get in free!
OLATHE, Kan.
Olathe Public Fireworks
Dusk
Great Mall of the Great Plains, I-35 and West 151st Street, Olathe, Kan. Rain date is July 5. Admission: Free
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.
Star Spangled Spectacular
4 - 11 p.m.
Corporate Woods Office Park, Overland Park, Kan.
Fireworks Display presented by The City of Overland Park.
Simulcast on Q104. Music and activities throughout the day.
Rain date = Sunday, July 5
www.starspangledspectacular.org/
PARKVILLE, Mo.
July 4th Festival
July 2 – July 5
Historic Downtown Parkville, MO
Carnival 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. July 2 - 5.
Parade at 10 a.m. on July 4. Shuttle busses available from Parkville Commons & Park Hill South High School.
www.parkvillemo.net
LIBERTY, Mo.
Downtown Sugar Creek
Children's activities and the Saucy Jack Band begin at 6 p.m. The Liberty Summer Band starts at 9 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9:45 p.m. Admission: Free
4th of July Fireworks at Gardner Edgerton High School
starting at 6 p.m.425 North Waverly Road, Gardner, Kan. 66030
Celebrate our nation's independence with an evening of tailgating, family fun and fireworks! Tailgating begins at 6:00 p.m. with hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, soda and water.
Proceeds from the tailgating will benefit Festival on the Trails which will be held in downtown Gardner September 12 to 14. Fireworks at dusk.
gardnerchamber.com
INDEPENDENCE, Mo.
Celebrate Independence! in Independence!
July 4 - 5
Independence Square, Truman Library, 500 U.S. 24 Highway, Mormon Visitors Center, 937 West Walnut
Begin your day with a patriotic children’s parade from 23rd street up Main to the Square at 10 a.m.
The Harry S. Truman Museum and Library will offer reduced admission on July 4 and on the 5th, historic re-enactors and 1860s crafts for kids. At dusk, relax and enjoy music and a massive fireworks display at the Mormon Visitors Center.
Admission: Free, $5 at Truman Library July 4
www.visitindependence.com
KANSAS CITY, Kan.
Fireworks after the Kansas City Wizards Game
CommunityAmerica Ballpark, 1800 Village West Parkway Kansas City, Kan. 66111
Special 4th of July post-game fireworks show after the Wizards game against the Houston Dynamo. kcwizards.com
Pierson Park
Fireworks on July 3rd, beginning at 9:45 p.m at Pierson Park, 1800 S. 55th St.
wycokck.org
KANSAS CITY, Mo.
KCRiverFest Presented by KCTV5
July 3 / 4 - 11 p.m.
July 4 / 1 - 10:30 p.m.
Berkley Park on the RiverfrontFavorite local bands will headline the fourth annual KCRiverFest, a family event supporting Friends of the River – Kansas City July 3 and 4. Presented by KCTV5 and located at Kansas City’s Riverfront at Berkley Park, KCRiverFest has become "Kansas City’s Riverfront Tradition," known as the only place in downtown Kansas City to celebrate the Fourth of July with national-caliber fireworks and family entertainment.
Admission: Adults $5 / Ages 12 & under FREE
www.KCRiverFest.com
Fireworks at Worlds Of Fun
10 p.m. Fireworks
Kansas City, north of the Missouri River on the east loop of I-435 at exit 54
worldsoffun.com
LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo.
Booms & Blooms 9 p.m. - dark
Powell Gardens, about 30 miles east of Kansas City on U.S. Highway 50.
On Friday afternoon, live music begins at 7:30 p.m. the Lee’s Summit Symphony takes the stage. A fireworks display over the dark country sky immediately follows.
Admission: Adults $9 / Seniors 60+ $8 / Ages 5-12 $3 / members of Powell Gardens get in free!
OLATHE, Kan.
Olathe Public Fireworks
Dusk
Great Mall of the Great Plains, I-35 and West 151st Street, Olathe, Kan. Rain date is July 5. Admission: Free
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.
Star Spangled Spectacular
4 - 11 p.m.
Corporate Woods Office Park, Overland Park, Kan.
Fireworks Display presented by The City of Overland Park.
Simulcast on Q104. Music and activities throughout the day.
Rain date = Sunday, July 5
www.starspangledspectacular.org/
PARKVILLE, Mo.
July 4th Festival
July 2 – July 5
Historic Downtown Parkville, MO
Carnival 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. July 2 - 5.
Parade at 10 a.m. on July 4. Shuttle busses available from Parkville Commons & Park Hill South High School.
www.parkvillemo.net
LIBERTY, Mo.
Downtown Sugar Creek
Children's activities and the Saucy Jack Band begin at 6 p.m. The Liberty Summer Band starts at 9 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9:45 p.m. Admission: Free
Friday, June 18, 2010
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
City is addressing weed violations
In a continuing effort to address violations of City codes that involve tall weeds, trash, and debris the City of Kansas City, Mo. has begun abating these violations and is charging the property owner the costs associated with this action.
Since the beginning of May, the City has cleaned over 800 private properties and notified property owners of 4,258 nuisance violations. Property owners who fail to mow their grass will be cited and if they fail to correct the issue(s) the City will be forced abate the violation. Properties which are not in compliance will be mowed and cleared of all debris without additional notice.
The cost charged to the property owner, averages $400 to $500. This cost will be assessed against the property as a special tax assessment. In addition the property owner may be issued a court summons requiring them to appear in Kansas City, Mo. Municipal Court for failing to keep grass and weeds below 10 inches.
In the interest of keeping our City livable and our communities strong, the residents are encouraged to report violations to the City. Residents who wish to report a property with tall weeds or debris may contact the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
Since the beginning of May, the City has cleaned over 800 private properties and notified property owners of 4,258 nuisance violations. Property owners who fail to mow their grass will be cited and if they fail to correct the issue(s) the City will be forced abate the violation. Properties which are not in compliance will be mowed and cleared of all debris without additional notice.
The cost charged to the property owner, averages $400 to $500. This cost will be assessed against the property as a special tax assessment. In addition the property owner may be issued a court summons requiring them to appear in Kansas City, Mo. Municipal Court for failing to keep grass and weeds below 10 inches.
In the interest of keeping our City livable and our communities strong, the residents are encouraged to report violations to the City. Residents who wish to report a property with tall weeds or debris may contact the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
Trash tags are increasing to be $2
The City of Kansas City, Mo., Public Works Department has announced the cost for Excess Trash Tags will increase from $1 to $2, effective July 1, 2010. Trash tags purchased prior to July 1 are still valid and only one is needed per excess trash bag.
Originally announced as part of the City s budget process in early spring, the rate change helps offset the cost of excess trash collection.
The City requires an Excess Trash Tag be placed on each bag of trash that exceeds the City s two bag limit. Residents wishing to reduce their reliance on Excess Trash Tags are reminded that the City s Solid Waste Division provides unlimited curbside recycling, which is an effective method for reducing the amount of trash placed curbside in trash bags.
Excess Trash Tags are available at participating Westlake Ace Hardware and Price Chopper stores.
For more information about Excess Trash Tags, where to purchase Excess Trash Tags or about recycling and the City s solid waste collection services, visit http://www.kcmo.org/trash or call the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
Originally announced as part of the City s budget process in early spring, the rate change helps offset the cost of excess trash collection.
The City requires an Excess Trash Tag be placed on each bag of trash that exceeds the City s two bag limit. Residents wishing to reduce their reliance on Excess Trash Tags are reminded that the City s Solid Waste Division provides unlimited curbside recycling, which is an effective method for reducing the amount of trash placed curbside in trash bags.
Excess Trash Tags are available at participating Westlake Ace Hardware and Price Chopper stores.
For more information about Excess Trash Tags, where to purchase Excess Trash Tags or about recycling and the City s solid waste collection services, visit http://www.kcmo.org/trash or call the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
The good neighbor award
The good neighbor award will be presented at this year's National Night Out Against Crime celebration, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 3. We are looking for nominations from neighborhoods around the city, of people who have gone above and beyond to help their neighbors.
A good neighbor might be the person who mows the lawn for an ill or elderly person. They may volunteer their time to watch children, plan neighborhood clean-ups or organize block parties. The good work possibilities are endless and as unique as the citizens who live in our area. The City wants to recognize those in your neighborhood, from youth to senior citizens and anyone in between, who make our neighborhoods friendlier, safer places to live.
Here are the criteria from the City of Kansas City Neighborhood & Community Services Department for nominating a neighbor:
1. Your neighborhood is registered with the City.
2. The nominee did not receive financial pay for their good deed(s).
3. The reason(s) you are recognizing this person is for actions that have occurred since August, 2009.
4. The reason(s) you are recognizing this person occurred in the neighborhood.
5. The reason(s) can be small or large helpful acts, but you believe they went above and beyond.
For Those Nominating:
1. Please provide your name, email address and phone number.
2. The Nominee’s name.
3. Reason for the recognition and date(s) if applicable. In 100 words or less, please explain and describe why this person (the nominee) deserves to be recognized by the City of Kansas City.
Send your nomination to: ncs@kcmo.org or fax 816 513-3201 or to actioncenter@kcmo.org with the subject line of “Good Neighborhood Award” or call the 3-1-1 or 816 513-1313. Deadline is Friday, July 9. Last year’s Kansas City's National Night Out 2009 celebration included many Kansas City neighborhood parties, involving many of Kansas City’s Neighborhood Watch Groups.
A good neighbor might be the person who mows the lawn for an ill or elderly person. They may volunteer their time to watch children, plan neighborhood clean-ups or organize block parties. The good work possibilities are endless and as unique as the citizens who live in our area. The City wants to recognize those in your neighborhood, from youth to senior citizens and anyone in between, who make our neighborhoods friendlier, safer places to live.
Here are the criteria from the City of Kansas City Neighborhood & Community Services Department for nominating a neighbor:
1. Your neighborhood is registered with the City.
2. The nominee did not receive financial pay for their good deed(s).
3. The reason(s) you are recognizing this person is for actions that have occurred since August, 2009.
4. The reason(s) you are recognizing this person occurred in the neighborhood.
5. The reason(s) can be small or large helpful acts, but you believe they went above and beyond.
For Those Nominating:
1. Please provide your name, email address and phone number.
2. The Nominee’s name.
3. Reason for the recognition and date(s) if applicable. In 100 words or less, please explain and describe why this person (the nominee) deserves to be recognized by the City of Kansas City.
Send your nomination to: ncs@kcmo.org or fax 816 513-3201 or to actioncenter@kcmo.org with the subject line of “Good Neighborhood Award” or call the 3-1-1 or 816 513-1313. Deadline is Friday, July 9. Last year’s Kansas City's National Night Out 2009 celebration included many Kansas City neighborhood parties, involving many of Kansas City’s Neighborhood Watch Groups.
Monday, June 14, 2010
P.A.C.E. Message from Faye.
Please join me at DAVE’s Place, 2116 E. 74th Street, on Tuesday at 6pm.
As Faye shared at last meeting you will map out a block by block plan for praying for our neighborhood and families. You don’t want to miss the first planning meeting.
You can contact Faye at 816-304-1210.
As Faye shared at last meeting you will map out a block by block plan for praying for our neighborhood and families. You don’t want to miss the first planning meeting.
You can contact Faye at 816-304-1210.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Rain Garden Workshops
Several workshops are being held to teach residents about
how to build a rain garden, including these topics:
• Strategies to reducestormwater runoff with native landscaping solutions
• Native plant selections for rain gardens and stormwater management features
• Soil percolation testing and sizing rain gardens
• Review rain garden design and placement issues
• Evaluate installation and maintenance of native landscape
• Examine stormwater management and erosion control techniques
One such demonstration will take place on Saturday, June 12th,
from 1:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Thomas residence,
1312 E. 79th Street.
A rain garden will be installed on the premises, and those attending will be able to observe and learn.
For further information or for additional demonstration sites,
contact Jillian Hishaw at 474-4240.
how to build a rain garden, including these topics:
• Strategies to reducestormwater runoff with native landscaping solutions
• Native plant selections for rain gardens and stormwater management features
• Soil percolation testing and sizing rain gardens
• Review rain garden design and placement issues
• Evaluate installation and maintenance of native landscape
• Examine stormwater management and erosion control techniques
One such demonstration will take place on Saturday, June 12th,
from 1:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Thomas residence,
1312 E. 79th Street.
A rain garden will be installed on the premises, and those attending will be able to observe and learn.
For further information or for additional demonstration sites,
contact Jillian Hishaw at 474-4240.
NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICE S CAN HELP YOU AND YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Neighborhood Housing Services of Kansas City (NHS) is a CDC (Community Development Corporation) that is now working with the Marlborough Community Coalition neighborhoods (Marlborough East, Marlborough Pride, Marlborough Renaissance and Battleflood Heights). If you live in one of those areas, you can apply for one of many pro grams designed to help you,which in turn, invests in our neighborhood.
First, NHS is accepting applications NOW, so don’t delay in contacting them, either via their website, www.nhsofkcmo.org, or phone, 816-822-7703. NHS is at 5835 Troost.
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HOME WEATHERIZATION– Most people don’t think about weatherization in the summer, but this is the best time to do it. This program provides free energy efficient improvements.
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MINOR HOME REPAIR
This program is designed to assist home owners whole
income is below 80% of area median income. No repay-
ment is required. If you need a roof or furnace, this program
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HOME IMPROVEMENT
LOAN—NHS home improvement loans offer up to $15,000
for eligible home repairs. The interest rate on this loan is 2%
with a fixed term, payable upto 10 years.
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“ LOTS OF LOVE” - NHS also has a program designed to help residents maintain the appearance of their blocks.
Called “Lots of Love,” NHS will give residents a stipend to mow and take care of the yard of a vacant house in your area. Call NHS to apply.
First, NHS is accepting applications NOW, so don’t delay in contacting them, either via their website, www.nhsofkcmo.org, or phone, 816-822-7703. NHS is at 5835 Troost.
First, NHS is accepting applications NOW, so don’t delay in contacting them, either via their website, www.nhsofkcmo.org, or phone, 816-822-7703. NHS is at 5835 Troost.
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HOME WEATHERIZATION– Most people don’t think about weatherization in the summer, but this is the best time to do it. This program provides free energy efficient improvements.
---------
MINOR HOME REPAIR
This program is designed to assist home owners whole
income is below 80% of area median income. No repay-
ment is required. If you need a roof or furnace, this program
-----------
HOME IMPROVEMENT
LOAN—NHS home improvement loans offer up to $15,000
for eligible home repairs. The interest rate on this loan is 2%
with a fixed term, payable upto 10 years.
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“ LOTS OF LOVE” - NHS also has a program designed to help residents maintain the appearance of their blocks.
Called “Lots of Love,” NHS will give residents a stipend to mow and take care of the yard of a vacant house in your area. Call NHS to apply.
First, NHS is accepting applications NOW, so don’t delay in contacting them, either via their website, www.nhsofkcmo.org, or phone, 816-822-7703. NHS is at 5835 Troost.
June 20-24: Vacation Bible School—
Summer Fun for Kids! Check this out!
Vacation Bible School— June 20—24, 5:30 pm to 8pm (
light dinner served at 5:30 pm, program starts at 6 pm)
Ages 3—12. A suggested donation of $10 covers a cool t-shirt, crafts, snacks
and supplies.
South-Broadland Pres.Church,
7850 Holmes
Call 816.523.7326 for moreinfo!
Vacation Bible School— June 20—24, 5:30 pm to 8pm (
light dinner served at 5:30 pm, program starts at 6 pm)
Ages 3—12. A suggested donation of $10 covers a cool t-shirt, crafts, snacks
and supplies.
South-Broadland Pres.Church,
7850 Holmes
Call 816.523.7326 for moreinfo!
Friday, June 4, 2010
June16th: New Police Patrol Dedication
PLEASE RESERVE JUNE 16TH,
2:00 p.m. at 7601 PROSPECT for the ribbon cutting and dedication.
Come show your support!
2:00 p.m. at 7601 PROSPECT for the ribbon cutting and dedication.
Come show your support!
City is addressing weed violations
News from City Hall
City Communications Office
City of Kansas City, Mo.
http://www.kcmo.org
City is addressing weed violations
In a continuing effort to address violations of City codes that involve tall weeds, trash, and debris the City of Kansas City, Mo. has begun abating these violations and is charging the property owner the costs associated with this action.
Since the beginning of May, the City has cleaned over 800 private properties and notified property owners of 4,258 nuisance violations. Property owners who fail to mow their grass will be cited and if they fail to correct the issue(s) the City will be forced abate the violation. Properties which are not in compliance will be mowed and cleared of all debris without additional notice.
The cost charged to the property owner, averages $400 to $500. This cost will be assessed against the property as a special tax assessment. In addition the property owner may be issued a court summons requiring them to appear in Kansas City, Mo. Municipal Court for failing to keep grass and weeds below 10 inches.
In the interest of keeping our City livable and our communities strong, the residents are encouraged to report violations to the City. Residents who wish to report a property with tall weeds or debris may contact the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
www.cindycirco.blogspot.com
City Communications Office
City of Kansas City, Mo.
http://www.kcmo.org
City is addressing weed violations
In a continuing effort to address violations of City codes that involve tall weeds, trash, and debris the City of Kansas City, Mo. has begun abating these violations and is charging the property owner the costs associated with this action.
Since the beginning of May, the City has cleaned over 800 private properties and notified property owners of 4,258 nuisance violations. Property owners who fail to mow their grass will be cited and if they fail to correct the issue(s) the City will be forced abate the violation. Properties which are not in compliance will be mowed and cleared of all debris without additional notice.
The cost charged to the property owner, averages $400 to $500. This cost will be assessed against the property as a special tax assessment. In addition the property owner may be issued a court summons requiring them to appear in Kansas City, Mo. Municipal Court for failing to keep grass and weeds below 10 inches.
In the interest of keeping our City livable and our communities strong, the residents are encouraged to report violations to the City. Residents who wish to report a property with tall weeds or debris may contact the 3-1-1 Action Center at 311 or 816-513-1313.
www.cindycirco.blogspot.com
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
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