Point of View

"The best way to predict the future is to create it" ~ Abraham Lincoln

For any social change to occur, you must be able to see a vision that depicts the change. A vision must be your intentions for a better future and must:

• Be understood so others can share in the vision.
• Empower and engage people to want to take action.
• Be well defined and articulated.
• Be vivid, engaging, and expressive.

The first step in engaging a collective action in your vision for change is for you to know what it is that you would like to change. What underlying issues are you trying to address? This describes the work of Communities of Excellence.

The length of each step within Recovery will vary. This week is Modified Step 2, occupancy to 50%, and gatherings with < 250 people, provided social distancing is observed. This aligns with KCMO and will remain in place until July 5th.

Sunday - Father's Day

Monday, Noon - Hospital Board of Trustees

Tuesday - Municipal Court, 6:00 PM - Parks/Recreation

Wednesday, 12:00 - WestSide Meeting @ Library

Thursday, 10:00 am - Housing Authority, 12:00 - Economic Forecast Webinar for Local Officials

We welcome Ret. Fire Chief Bill Stewart back to serve as Interim Fire Chief until a replacement Chief can be hired. Rick McGlothlin from Robert Half Associates is working with Steve Marriott to serve as interim accountant until a new Finance Director is hired.

Council heard public comments on formation of Price Chopper CID to renovate property & approved district [Funding: Private/CID] WHY? Reinvestment eliminates blight, increases property value, & attracts increased sales; presented Proclamations for Juneteenth & World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, received Hospital Annual Report, approved Ambulance Purchase [Funding: CIP] WHY? replace aging equipment, changes to Purchasing Policy & Utility Disconnect/Payment Plan Policy. LCRA approved transfer of Dunbar property to Rodney Ishmael & Andrew Brackett. [Funding: Private] WHY? Return property to tax rolls, reduce mowing responsibilities & attract private investment.

McCleary Road RR Crossing concrete repair closes road 3-5 days @ 6/22 [Funding: TT] WHY? continuous improvement protects from greater property damage; Grading permit issued for new elementary school, site work begins [Funding: GF for permit/inspection; construction School Tax] WHY? protects adjacent properties from runoff; Received inquiries about chickens, ordinance under review [Funding: GF] WHY? consider relaxing ordinances to promote resilience, such as growing/raising food during pandemic; Demolition permit issued for old Fowler Inn, Excelsior Street [Funding: GF for permit/inspection; demolition cost Private] WHY? Structural engineer concluded property not feasible to rehabilitate; Special Event Permits issued for June 20 Inequality March [Funding: NA] WHY? to increase awareness of racial inequalities, strive to become first inclusive community; Shirewood Sewer project progressing, work along H/Titus complete, working on Shirewood [Funding: CIP] WHY? project eliminates environmental pollution & threat of property condemnation; relocated sewer line near Miller Cabinets development property was pressure tested & passed [Funding: Private] WHY? sewer line moved so new building could locate on property; Mo Fuel tax payment reflected a 30% loss compared to same time last year while sales taxes held at normal level [Funding: GF] WHY? revenue losses reflect shopping behavior was strong, but less driving & need for fuel which in turns impacts city service levels;

We love the hometown feels that Excelsior Springs gives, everyone is so kind & caring of others, We love the growth of our town & how beautiful it has always been. And of course our Tiger football, GO TIGERS! Our children play every Parks/Rec sport you could think of, along with being involved in the fun summer activities for the littles, ESFA football & cheer. I love going downtown to all the beautiful shops, along with the amazing restaurants! We also have some beautiful walking trails. ES Families, 1/12/20 by C Cole

Email: mmcgovern@excelsiorsprings.gov
Website: cityofesmo.com
Location: Hall of Waters, 201 E. Broadway, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Phone: (816) 630-0752