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Fuel our Future: Facilities & Infrastructure Aug 19, 2020

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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**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

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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

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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.

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