Green Street Beat

Episode 44: Downtown Market Plaza Mar 13, 2024

On this episode of the Green Street Beat, we will highlight the Downtown Market Plaza, what features the project will have and the impact it will bring to the City.

Episode 43: Safe Passage Dec 07, 2023

On this episode of the Green Street Beat, we talk about the substance use disorder treatment program, Safe Passage, and how the Lee’s Summit Police Department has partnered with behavioral health providers to aid those seeking help. We will discuss the Safe Passage process, what the program offers and more.

Episode 42: April 4 General Obligation Bond Election Primer Mar 16, 2023

On April 4, Lee's Summit voters will have an opportunity to consider three separate general obligation bond questions for the purposes of (1) public safety, (2) transportation, and (3) City Facilities Reinvestment. On this episode of the Green Street Beat, City Manager Mark Dunning, Fire Chief Mike Snider, Police Chief Travis Forbes and Public Works Director Michael Park discuss the proposed bond projects and their potential impact on the City.

Episode 41: Diversity and Inclusion Commission Apr 14, 2022

On this episode of the Green Street Beat, we are meeting with members of the Diversity and Inclusion Commission, talking about the assessment phase and hearing about what's to come moving forward.

Episode 40: 2021 Development Year in Review Mar 17, 2022

On this episode, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam and Assistant Director of Plan Services Josh Johnson recap major development news in 2021 and look ahead to 2022.

Episode 39: April 5 Election Primer Mar 02, 2022

On this episode, City Manager Steve Arbo, Police Chief Travis Forbes and Fire Chief Mike Snider discuss the upcoming April 5 Municipal General Election. Lee's Summit voters will have an opportunity to approve a half-cent public safety sales tax dedicated to the operations of the Fire and Police Departments. If approved, the revenue could be used for services, equipment, compensation and training.

Paid for by the City of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, William A. Baird, Mayor | 220 SE Green Street, Lee’s Summit, Missouri

Episode 38: Digging Into Development: Guiding Development Jun 18, 2021

On this episode, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam and Assistant Director of Plan Services Josh Johnson discuss the role of Development Services and the updated comprehensive plan as well as provide an overview of recent development activity in Lee's Summit.

Episode 37: Digging Into Development: Restaurant Sector May 14, 2021

On this episode, Assistant Director of Plan Services Josh Johnson and Project Manager Dawn Bell discuss the Lee's Summit restaurant scene. They focus on new restaurants and what will be coming soon to the community.

Episode 36: April 6 Election Primer Mar 19, 2021

On April 6, voters will be presented with a ballot question regarding tax levy fund reallocation. If approved, the City would shift 10 cents of the $1.4563 levy from debt service to general operations. The overall levy is not projected to change and is not accompanied by an overall tax increase.
On this episode, City Manager Steve Arbo, Chief Technology Officer Steve Marsh and Facilities Manager Brian Page discuss the ballot question and its potential impact for the City of Lee's Summit.
Paid for by the City of Lee's Summit | William A. Baird, Mayor | 220 SE Green St., Lee's Summit, MO 64063

Episode 35: Digging Into Development: City Bond Projects Mar 11, 2021

On this episode, we’re digging into the City’s bond projects! Listen as City Manager Steve Arbo and Development Services Director Ryan Elam give us a progress report on the renovations happening at Police Headquarters, where things stand with the two new fire stations – Fire Station No. 4 and Fire Station No. 5 – and what’s next for the Downtown Market Plaza.

Episode 34: The COVID-19 Pandemic & Vaccine Distribution Feb 22, 2021

On this episode, Assistant Fire Chief Dan Manley, who is also co-chair of the Kansas City Regional COVID Vaccine Workgroup, and Dr. Steve Salanski, co-chair of the City's Health Education Advisory Board, discuss COVID-19 vaccine distribution and answer frequently asked questions about the vaccines.

Episode 33: Digging Into Development: LSR7 & Summit Orchards Jan 22, 2021

The new "Digging Into Development" series explores development projects, how the development process works and the roles within Development Services. On this episode, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam and Project Manager Mike Weisenborn discuss the LSR7 bond projects, Summit Orchards and the role of the project manager.

Episode 32: 2020 Parks & Recreation Year-in-Review Dec 30, 2020

On this episode, Parks & Recreation Administrator Joe Snook recaps the major projects completed in 2020 and previews what to expect in 2021.

Episode 31: 2020 Development Year-in-Review Dec 17, 2020

On this episode, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam recaps major development news in 2020 and previews what to expect in 2021.

Fuel Our Future: Resilient Economy Oct 14, 2020

The City is in the process of reviewing and updating its comprehensive plan, which will guide future development in Lee's Summit. On this episode, City Manager Steve Arbo, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam and Director of Economic Research at the Missouri Department of Economic Development Jeff Pinkerton discuss the resilient economy element of the plan and how Lee's Summit can prepare for the future.

Fuel Our Future: Sustainable Environment Sep 18, 2020

The City is in the process of updating its comprehensive plan, which will guide development for the next 20 years. On this episode, Assistant Director of Plan Services Josh Johnson and Environmental Specialist Kara Taylor discuss the sustainable environment element and what they're hoping to achieve through the comprehensive planning process.

Fuel Our Future: Strong Neighborhoods & Housing Choice Sep 04, 2020

The City is in the process of updating its comprehensive plan, which will guide development for the next 20 years. On this episode, Assistant Director of Plan Services Josh Johnson and Senior Planner Jennifer Thompson discuss the strong neighborhoods and housing choice element and what they're hoping to achieve through the comprehensive planning process.

Fuel Our Future: Facilities & Infrastructure (Fire & Police) Aug 25, 2020

The City is in the process of updating its comprehensive plan, which will guide development for the next 20 years. On this episode, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam, Police Chief Travis Forbes and Fire Chief Mike Snider discuss the facilities and infrastructure element of the plan and how it relates to the Lee's Summit Fire Department and Lee's Summit Police Department.

Fuel our Future: Facilities & Infrastructure Aug 19, 2020

The City is in the process of updating its comprehensive plan, which will guide development for the next 20 years. On this episode, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam, City Traffic Engineer Michael Park and Assistant Director of Engineering Services for Water Utilities Jeff Thorn discuss the facilities and infrastructure element of the plan and why it's important for the future of Lee's Summit.

Fuel Our Future: Multimodal Transportation Aug 06, 2020

The City is in the process of updating its comprehensive plan, which will guide development for the next 20 years. On this episode, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam, Assistant Director of Plan Services Josh Johnson and City Traffic Engineer Michael Park discuss the multimodal transportation element of the plan and why it's important for the future of Lee's Summit.

Downtown Farmer’s Market and Conservatory Jul 30, 2020

Mayor Bill Baird and City Manager Steve Arbo talk about the conceptual plan and answer questions about the Downtown Farmer's Market and Conservatory.

Ignite! Fuel Our Future. Jul 09, 2020

On this episode, Assistant City Manager Mark Dunning, Director of Development Services Ryan Elam and Assistant Director of Plan Services Josh Johnson discuss the City's comprehensive planning process and how the community can get involved.

LSPD Addresses Policies and Procedures Jun 10, 2020

On this episode, Lee's Summit Police Chief Travis Forbes discusses policies and answers questions that have come up following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

Moving Forward: Responding to COVID-19 Apr 24, 2020

On this episode, City Manager Steve Arbo and Fire Chief Mike Snider discuss the City's response to COVID-19 and look ahead to what's next for Lee's Summit.

Make Lee's Summit Count! Apr 09, 2020

On this episode, Mayor Pro Tempore Beto Lopez and City planner Victoria Nelson discuss the 2020 Census and why it's so important for everyone to stand up and be counted!

June Election Primer Mar 02, 2020

**NOTE: Gov. Mike Parson issued an executive order, which orders municipal elections scheduled for April 7 to be postponed to June 2 in response to the COVID-19 outbreak**
On June 2, Lee’s Summit voters will have an opportunity to consider a local use tax, which would increase funding for essential City services such as street maintenance, public safety, code enforcement and parks maintenance. A use tax would be placed on goods purchased from out-of-state vendors who are currently not paying local sales tax. The use tax would be applied at the same rate as the City’s sales taxes, which is 2.25 percent.
Hear City Manager Steve Arbo, Assistant City Manager Mark Dunning and Chief Counsel of Economic Development and Planning David Bushek discuss the upcoming election.
Paid for by the City of Lee's Summit, Missouri, 220 SE Green St., William A. Baird, Mayor

Dwell Well Jan 30, 2020

The City has launched a Quality Housing Program, designed to improve the safety and maintenance of all housing in Lee's Summit. Hear Assistant Director of Field Services Dan Harper and Codes Administration Manager Tracy Deister explain how the idea originated and how this program will help the community.

Celebration of Character Jan 16, 2020

Lee’s Summit CARES Executive Director Rachel Segobia joined the podcast to preview the Mayor’s Character Breakfast, which celebrates community members and businesses who demonstrate excellent character.

Driving Growth in 2020 Jan 02, 2020

On this episode, we are exploring the major developments everyone will be talking about in Lee’s Summit in 2020. Ryan Elam, director of Development Services, stopped by to discuss what residents could look forward to in the new year along with what’s happening in 2020 that will drive growth in Lee’s Summit for years.

Attracting Entrepreneurs and Building Businesses Dec 19, 2019

Velocity Lee's Summit Chair Jon Cundiff stopped by to discuss the organization's efforts to help entrepreneurs in Lee's Summit and build businesses that lead to job growth.

Lee's Summit Skate of Mind Dec 05, 2019

Summit Ice, Lee's Summit's outdoor ice rink, is now in its second season. Eric Stoyanov and Parks & Recreation Administrator Joe Snook discuss the programs available, how the idea originated and what sets it apart from other ice rinks in the metro area.

Engaging Residents & Grooming Leaders Nov 14, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Lee's Summit City Clerk Trisha Fowler Arcuri to discuss the Citizen's Leadership Academy and how residents can apply to take part in this year's program.

A Walk on the Wildlife Side Oct 31, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Lee's Summit Animal Control Manager Rodney Wagner to discuss the role of Animal Control, ways to get involved and how the department is embracing innovation.

LSPD Provides Path to Recovery Oct 17, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Lee's Summit Police Sgt. Brad Anders to discuss "Safe Passage," a new program to help those dealing with substance abuse.

Celebrate Good Times Downtown! Oct 03, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Donnie Rodgers, Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street's executive director, to discuss two major announcements and what's next for downtown.

It's "Snow" Joke Sep 19, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Deputy Director of Public Works Bob Hartnett and Assistant Director of Public Works Operations Shawn Graff to try to answer all your snow questions.

Meet the New Fire Chief Sep 05, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov talks with Lee's Summit Fire Chief Mike Snider about his career, what inspired him to become a firefighter and why he felt Lee's Summit was a perfect fit.

Talking Trash with Chris Bussen Aug 22, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Solid Waste Superintendent Chris Bussen to discuss the latest with the landfill, services available at the Resource Recovery Park and a possible recycling center in the future.

State of the Arts in Lee's Summit Aug 08, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Cultural Arts Manager Glenda Masters to discuss the state of the arts in Lee's Summit and how residents can get involved.

No-Tax-Increase Bond Election Jul 25, 2019

On Aug. 6, voters in Lee's Summit will be asked to consider a $19,475,000 no-tax-increase bond issue. The proposal calls for funding for public safety initiatives. Police Chief Travis Forbes, Interim Fire Chief Dan Manley and Chief Technology Officer Steve Marsh discuss the five capital projects that are part of this proposal.

Development News & Lowenstein Park Update Jul 11, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Lee's Summit City Manager Steve Arbo and Lee's Summit Parks & Recreation Administrator Joe Snook to discuss the Streets of West Pryor development and that development's impact on Lowenstein Park.

Celebrate the 4th with Legacy Blast Jun 27, 2019

On this week's episode, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Lee's Summit Parks & Recreation Administrator Joe Snook. They discuss everything that goes into Legacy Blast and offer some tips for those who are planning on watching the display at Legacy Park on July 3.

Community Outreach with the Lee's Summit Police Department Jun 13, 2019

On this week's show, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Sergeant Chris Depue and Officer Amanda Geno of the Lee's Summit Police Department. They discuss the department's various community outreach programs, including the Junior Police Academy, Police Explorer Program and Citizen's Police Academy.

Airport News with John Ohrazda Jun 04, 2019

On this week's show, Eric Stoyanov is joined by Lee's Summit Airport Manager John Ohrazda. They discuss the upcoming Air Race Classic at the Lee's Summit Airport and how residents can explore everything the airport has to offer at the Airport Open House on June 22.

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