Main Street Ped Count Time

Are you or someone you know looking for a way to give back to Midtown KC and get paid?!

Main St is conducting our annual pedestrian count this month and we need (paid) volunteers to help us!

Dates:  October 12th & 13th
             October 19th & 20th

Hours: 8am – 7pm

You must work the full shift and attend the mandatory training in advance of your assignment on Monday, October 10th @ 5:30 pm MainCor’s office.

You do not have to work all the days but we certainly welcome that, even one day will be helpful!

We will train you, get you fed and of course provide you bathroom breaks!

Please let Stan Henry know your interest ASAP stanhenry@mainstcid.org or call 816-868-7839

City program helps residents better connect with their government

Register for Community Engagement University City program helps residents better connect with their government Curious about how the City of Kansas City, Mo., government works? Want to learn from City staff how to improve your community? Sign up for Community Engagement University: a free program designed to connect residents with government to build a better Kansas City.  Community Engagement University is a free, hands-on, interactive program for Kansas City residents 18 years of age and older. The sessions cover basic knowledge of the City’s functions and operations. The eight-week program begins on Tuesday, Sept. 13, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at City Hall, 414 E. 12th St. Community Engagement University sessions will continue for seven additional Tuesdays. Residents must register to participate by enrolling online at kcmo.gov/ceu or by calling 816-513-1313. Registration for the fall 2016 sessions opens on Aug. 29 at 9 a.m., but space is limited. If you miss the cutoff, go ahead and complete the registration so your name can be added to the waiting list. WHY PARTICIPATE IN THE UNIVERSITY? Gain a better understanding of how local government functions Participate and interact with knowledgeable staff to better learn and understand how City finances, operations, projects and services are developed, distributed and executed Serve as role model for community and neighborhood residents Help improve the quality of life for Kansas City residents Build a livable, sustainable community Learn about volunteer opportunities in city government SESSIONS Local Government 101 We Keep this City Clean We Keep This City Safe Dollars and Sense We Keep This City Healthy and Active We Build and Improve This City We Are in Your Neighborhood Part I We Are in Your Neighborhood Part II For more information, contact 311 at 816-513-1313, ceu@kcmo.org or Javon Davis, City Manager’s Office, at 816-513-3605 or Javon.Davis@kcmo.org.

Road Closure On Rockhill

News from the Nelson-Atkins:

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is achieving another key milestone in the Bloch Galleries renovation project with the installation of a new rooftop air handling unit. On Monday, June 13, the museum will place this unit on the eastern portion of the roof of the Nelson Building via crane hoist from Rockhill Road. During this time, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the southbound lane of Rockhill Road will be closed to accommodate the crane. The northbound lane will remain unaffected.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue this major project. As a reminder, we will open these new galleries in March 2017 and look forward to seeing you at the museum.

City Hall and 311 closed Monday

In observance of Memorial Day, City offices and 311 will be closed Monday, May 30, 2016. In addition, residents who usually have Monday trash collection will receive this service on Tuesday, May 31. Residents who usually have Friday trash collection will receive this service Saturday, June 4.

Spring 2016 Southmoreland Voice

We have created our Spring 2016 Southmoreland Newsletter! You probably saw it delivered to your door, but if not, you can grab a copy here.

Spring 2016 Southmoreland Voice

Have a Happy Spring!

Apply now to request Home Repair Program funding!

The City of Kansas City, Missouri is now accepting applications Home Repair Programs, which include the Targeted Home Repair Program, the City Home Repair Program and the Paint Program. The programs assist homeowners with repairs such as roof replacement, plumbing, electrical, barrier removal, and other health and safety improvements. 

Program requirements include: applicants are owner-occupants, own only one single-family property, have not received assistance from this program within the past five years, and meet the household income guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Applications will be accepted starting May 1, 2016 continuing until September 31, 2016, or until funds are committed.

Application forms for this program are available online by visiting http://kcmo.gov/neighborhoods/grants-and-assistance/ and clicking “Home Repair” tab. Applications may also be requested at the Neighborhoods and Housing Services Department, Housing Section on the 4th floor of City Hall, 414 E. 12th St., or by calling 816-513-3025.

The Community Development Block Grant, established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, funds these programs. With this grant the Housing Section estimates that at least 275 homeowners will be assisted in 2016-17 program year.

America’s PrepareAthon! 2016

Each year, emergencies and natural disasters test our readiness and challenge our resolve.  However, with careful planning and preparedness you can significantly improve you and your family’s chances for staying safe in an emergency.

During April and May 2016, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and USDA invite you to participate in America’s PrepareAthon! to better prepare for emergencies that could strike in our communities.  This year’s PrepareAthon! highlights flood, tornado, and wildfire preparedness along with awareness for hurricanes and extreme heat.  On Saturday, April 30, 2016, individuals and communities are encouraged to participate in the National Day of Action by building a disaster supply kit, practicing their family communication plans, and talking with neighbors about preparedness.
    
For information on the PrepareAthon! go to FEMA’s website: https://www.ready.gov/prepare

For information on how to build a disaster supply kit go to FEMA’s website: https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit
          
Later this year, in September, we will continue to encourage preparedness by highlighting readiness procedures and by testing and exercising of emergency plans during National Preparedness Month.  While we formally recognize preparedness in April and September, we urge all employees to remain current in their preparedness plans.  Let us honor the strength we show in times of adversity by preparing ourselves, our neighbors, our schools, and our workplaces before disaster strikes.