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Since 1985, we have celebrated Park/Recreation Month in July to promote building strong, vibrant & resilient communities through the power of parks & recreation. This year's theme — “Where Community Grows” — celebrates the vital role park & recreation professionals play in bringing people together, providing essential services & fostering the growth of our communities. Our park/recreation professionals make a positive impact on the lives of our community members every single day. Thank you Nate Williams, Chad Clevenger, Janet Moorehead, Alexis Blankenship & all of our maintenance, part-time, & seasonal staff & volunteers!

Monday, 7PM - Elms Neighborhood discusses sidewalks

Tuesday, 4:30PM - Municipal Court

Wednesday, 5PM - Historic Preservation Commission

Thursday, 11AM - Urban Redevelopment Corporation

Friday, 7:30AM - City Council Work Session; 9AM - Water, Sewer, Refuse Budget Review

• Council agenda items under development include - Urban Redevelopment Corp. requests public hearing to consider application for 353 @ 208 Spring Street; Community Development requests code amendment pertaining to Occupied Rental Inspections; Fire requests approval of agreement with Eastern Clay Ambulance District to continue provision of ambulance services west, north & south of ES; Police requests approval of ESSD MOU to continue provision of 3 School Resource Officers, Public Works requests approval of agreement with Bartlett & West for design of Garland bridge replacement, agreement with GBA for design of Dry Fork Greenway improvements & truck replacement; Police & Community Development request approval of documents for shredding.

• Historic Preservation Commission considers Certificate of Appropriateness for paint, electrical mini-split @ 519 S KC Ave., replace garage door @ 201 E. Broadway, interior/exterior updates @ 525 Benton, replace front/side porches @ 415 E. Excelsior, new sign @ 101 W. Broadway, exterior repairs/alterations @ 426 Isley Blvd.

• Thanks to the Elms Hotel & Waterfest for hosting two excellent Fireworks Display recently
• Neighborhoods Division is hosting a conversation with Elms Blvd. residents about resources for sidewalk repair. There has been some sidewalk heaves from tree roots causing a tripping hazard.
• Exploring options to address loss of revenue to support 911, the 911 tax was imposed in the early 1980s on landlines; & with people abandoning their landlines, revenues to cover the cost of participating in the 911 system are dwindling.
• We have enjoyed seeing people using the outdoor pool. There is a little work left to do, but does not interfere with using the pool. The concession trailer was received this week & we will be getting it ready to use at the pool. Century Park is ready to re-open.
• Stop by the Community Center & see their new mural located across from the Wellness Cafe. It is a great addition to the Center.
• Public Works is repairing the concrete damages on ramp at the Hall of Waters.

Celebrating work anniversaries this week - Debbie Willimetz, Water Administrative Assistant - 30 years; Nate Conyers, Storm Water Coordinator - 19 years; Scott Sickles, Police Sergeant - 5 years; Ed Parkison, GIS Coordinator & Gannon Willis, Fitness Attendant - 2 years; Kelli Hoffman, Group Fitness Instructor & Bobbie Thacker, Bus Driver - 1 year.

We are seeing A LOT of people from KC & even other states make a move to our small town lifestyle. We can often take for granted the quieter more laid back lifestyle our Hometown offers. Away from the hustle & bustle but close enough to do all the hustle bustle things when we WANT to. Our Downtown,,,, our schools.... our Community Center... our Westside district... I could go on & on about all the reasons I love where I live. To me its not a surprise to see more city people flock here & want to enjoy the relaxed vibes we share. READ it on Facebook.

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