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New compost dropoff locations, adoption of new gas station regulations, and a controversial apartment building. Transportation, Infrastructure, and
City approves large housing investment, further tracking of vacant properties, and all-new regulations for gas stations. Finance, Governance,
City funding for homelessness relief, a special session to address crime in KC, and a request to overturn City Staff’s determination.
Urban farm’s new plan to appease neighbors, update on Parade Park homes, and several vacations of public right-of-way. City Planning
An update from the Mayor’s Committee on Reparations Commission, including news from KCRC, and a talk given by The Black Tax author. Mayor’s
New housing in the Plaza and Northland, a newly approved Urban Farm, and a new adult learning campus. Neighborhoods that might be affected by
New Bird scooter contract, kickoff of Swope Health Village, and an Urban Farms’ new Master Plan. Neighborhoods affected by this week’s
Changes to liquor licenses, crucial sidewalk repairs, and newly funded housing. The following neighborhoods will be directly affected items
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall”, a blog committed to bringing you important updates on the decision being made at City Hall. Each week,
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall”, a blog committed to bringing you important updates on the decision being made at City Hall. Each week,
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall”, a blog committed to bringing you important updates on the decision being made at City Hall. Each week,
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall”, a blog committed to bringing you important updates on the decision being made at City Hall. Each week,
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall”, a blog committed to bringing you important updates on the decision being made at City Hall. Each week,
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall”, a blog committed to bringing you important updates on the decisions being made at City Hall every week.
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall” where we give you weekly updates on what decisions are being made in City Hall that may
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall” where we give you weekly updates on what decisions are being made in City Hall that may
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall” where we give you weekly updates on what decisions are being made in City Hall that may potentially
A recent article in the Kansas City Star (https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article273945575.html) discussed issues around the City’s 2-bag
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall” where we give you weekly updates on what decisions are being made in City Hall that may potentially
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall” where we give you weekly updates on what decisions are being made in City Hall that may potentially
Welcome back to “This Week at City Hall” where we give you weekly updates on what decisions are being made in City Hall that may potentially
If you are active in your neighborhood organization the Center for Neighborhood’s Cohort Neighborhood Leadership Training can help you develop
United Nations Day 2022. A symbol of hope for global unity Mayor Q spoke at the 51st annual UN Day event. https://www.una-kc.org/ Happy Diwali to our
TIO Committee – 10/19/2022 @ 9 am 220914: Councilmember Andrea Bough Amending Chapter 10 and Chapter 64, Code of Ordinances, by repealing Sections
Sometimes we’re ahead of the game – sometimes we’re behind… Whelp we’ve missed the last three weeks. We’d apologize – but for those of
When the flames go creeping;When the smoke plume is leaping;We’ll play like we’re sleepingWhile the world’s on fire. While the skies they’re
This (and next) Week at City Hall September is warming up! Get out there and see what’s happening in your city. Today – September 7, 2022
This Week at City Hall: What’s Happening? Week of August 29, 2022 PIAC Applications are due today – Wednesday 31 August 2022!! The arts sustain
This week at City Hall It’s the 22nd day of eighth month of the year 2022. Born on this date: Happy Birthday to CFN Team member Thomas Meyer!
This week’s theme: On the trail without a fact sheet! On the trail was written by Ferde Grofé – an American composer as part of his Grand Canyon
This Week at City Hall August 8-12, 2022 August is the month for PIAC hearings and PIAC applications are due 8/31. PIAC application form here. PIAC
This Week at City Hall – June 27 – July 1 In case you missed it: Last Thursday, City Council passed an ordinance which will make it easier for
This Week at City Hall – June 13 – June 17 In case you missed it: This week is going to be hot, with record setting heat! There are a number of
This Week at City Hall – June 6 – June 10 Updates from last week: Since council committees and commissions were on break, there’s nothing to
Applications for Cohort 11 of our Neighborhood Leadership Training are now open! If you are active in your neighborhood organization or if
In case you missed it: Legal Right to Counsel starts June 1, 2022. This initiative provides free legal assistance to families and individuals in
This Week at City Hall – May 23 – May 27 In case you missed it: City Council approves changes to ‘failure to obey laws’ by a vote of 9-1,
In case you missed it: City Council voted to adopt the Wendell Phillips Downtown East Neighborhood Plan and Development Strategy last week. This plan
In case you missed it: The Kansas City Auditor has released a report detailing the results of an audit conducted on how the City handles illegal
Upcoming meetings this week 4/18-4/22/2022 The following are some of the KCMO meetings and agenda items are scheduled for this week. Before you head
The UMKC-Center for Neighborhoods is celebrating its 6th Anniversary with an Open House on Saturday April 23rd. You’re invited to join the
Standing committees were canceled for the week of April 4-April 8. In case you missed it: Outgoing Police Chief Rick Smith announces the disbandment
Finance, Governance, and Public Safety 220273 RESOLUTION – Directing the City Manager to study the feasibility of establishing hygiene
Finance, Governance, and Public Safety Ordinance #220099, sponsored by Councilmember Ellington, seeks to create the Eastside Neighborhoods
On Tuesday, March 1st, the Center for Neighborhoods hosted a Night at the Museum in cooperation with our partners at the Kansas City Museum. The
We’re kicking off our annual workshop series on Saturday, February 12, 2022 with a conversation on KC Blueprint, a project from the Kansas City
New City of Kansas City, MO Key Staff Announced On January 31, Josh Henges was announced as the City’s first Homelessness Prevention Coordinator.
On Saturday September 18th, the Center for Neighborhoods hosted conservation expert, Alecia Kates, in the first of a FREE, two-part online workshop.
The Center for Neighborhoods is proud to help connect the dots between neighborhoods and public health officials in Kansas City’s fight against
Director Dina Newman writes on the Center for Neighborhood’s role in public health discussions. The Center for Neighborhoods’ director,
UMKC Center for Neighborhoods releases study on small apartment buildings for the City of Kansas City, Missouri CFN has released a study of small
Here’s What Nonprofit And City Leaders Have To Say… Wielding a power drill in one hand, code enforcement officer DeJuan Carpenter said 2404
The KC Library, in partnership with the CARES Connect Program, has made available several Mobile Device Labs for use in our community. Whether you
4/03 | KC North’s Drive Thru Egg-stravaganza Saturday, April 3, 2021 10 a.m. – Noon Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch
Administered by the Community Capital Fund (CCF), the Neighborhoods Rising Fund (NRF) is a funding collaborative that provides grants for
EPA Announces Availability of Up to $6 Million in Annual Environmental Justice Grants/ La EPA anuncia la disponibilidad hasta de $6 millones en
Brian Platt, Kansas City’s new City Manager, will be the featured speaker and will answer audience questions at the South Kansas City
Covid-19 update for Kansas City, Missouri
As November 3rd is quickly approaching, we know there are people that need more information about what’s on their ballot. It’s important
Kansas City, MO Covid-19 cases are up 8.09% after the first two weeks of September. The Positivity Rate in Kansas City, MO from Aug.23 – Sept.
Last week Mr. Sandy Eeds, President of the League of Women Voters, spoke to CFN cohorts in our Social Connecting / Physical Distancing Portal about
Mid-America Regional Council After five weeks of online community discussion about how climate action can make a difference in the Kansas City
July 12-18 Neighborhood Planning and Development Committee Ordinance 200497 is held again until next week. This ordinance seeks to establish a policy
Last Week at City Hall City Plan Commission Most of the cases were continued, but here are two highlights from the cases that were heard.
Last Week at City Hall Neighborhood Planning and Development Committee NPD was off this week. City Council City Council was off this week. Other
Center for Neighborhoods was referenced in the Urban Land Institute’s Advisory Series Panel Report, December 1-6, 2019. A 58-page report
July 19-25 City Plan Commission Most of the meeting was spent two companion cases, CD-CPC-2019-00201 and CD-CPC-2020-00202, an amendment to the KCI
Startup Assets for Economic (SAFE) Opportunity Grant Program to Provide Financial Support to New and Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Kansas City, Mo. (July
July 12-21 Board of Zoning Adjustment The BZA denies CD-SUP-2020-00021, the second defeat in a week for this special use permit request, located at
Kansas City had 424 new positive cases of Covid-19 last week (July 13-17). That is a 171.8% increase since Mayor Lucas re-implemented mandatory mask
The UMKC Center for Neighborhoods invites you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Kick off your 2020 PIAC application process with this workshop.
City committees and commissions did not meet for the week of June 29, 2020-July 3, 2020 due to Independence Day. July 6-10 City Plan Commission CASE
Every year, the City conducts PIAC (Public Infrastructure Advisory Committee) hearings to solicit resident input and make recommendations
This Week at City Hall City Plan Commission CPC held a work session where they heard presentations on the City’s development process as well as CPC
It’s that time again, so make sure you are registered to vote and know what you need and where you need to go. Your Voter Registration Form
Shaping Your Future The results of the 2020 Census will help determine how hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding flow into communities
All corporations doing business in this state must file an annual registration report. This one page report contains a minimal amount of information,
Kansas City had 156 new cases of Covid-19 last week (June 22-26). Kansas City Mayor Lucas has implemented mandatory mask wearing in public spaces
AltCap Announces Small Business Relief Loan Fund to Provide Financial Support During the COVID-19 Pandemic The KC COVID-19 Small Business Relief Loan
Evergy is working with their customers during the current health crisis to help keep the lights on, and to stay secure. They are implementing
There has been a change to the code enforcement process during the Covid-19 Pandemic. The office is currently working in teams of 10 inspection
During this public health crisis and school closings families could benifit from free meals for their children. Listed are nine locations that are