Public Hearing: Community Development 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan
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The public is invited and encouraged to participate in the upcoming public hearing on Thursday, July 29 at 7:00PM to provide comment on the proposed 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan. This will be part of the same hearing on the ARPA local recovery fund (see announcement above).
This plan includes the following grant applications: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Grant, and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Programs. The Plan additionally proposes a reallocation of $470,000 in 2015 CDBG grant funds.
These grant funds can be used for variety of activities that serve low- to moderate-income KCK residents to preserve, rehabilitate or construct affordable housing, provide homeownership assistance, provide public services including homelessness assistance and housing stability, install or reconstruct public facilities and improvements such as parks, infrastructure, roads and sidewalks, and provide economic opportunity.
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Upcoming Election:
August 3 Primary
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Early voting for the August 3 primary begins this Saturday, July 24 from 10AM-4PM at the Election Office (850 State Avenue) and Eisenhower Recreation Center (2901 N 72 nd Street). If you would like to vote by mail, you have until July 27 to request a ballot by mail. |
BPU Warns Customers of Telephone Scams Targeting Customers
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The Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) wants customers to be aware of utility scams telling residents their utilities will be shut off immediately. According to BPU representatives, multiple reports have been made about calls stating if payment is not made, services will be shut off within 30 minutes. The caller claims to represent a local utility, and sometimes uses caller ID spoofing to convince victims the call is from a real customer service number.
BPU never asks for payment over the phone or threatens to disconnect utilities due to non-payment. Customers that suspect they are being targeted by a scam need to hang up right away and call the BPU Customer Service Department at 913-573-9190. If you feel you have been a victim of a scam, please work with your local law enforcement agency to report the crime.
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Lifeguard Training Program and Parkwood Pool Updates
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Recently, seven applicants participated in a swim test to qualify for our paid lifeguard training program. Three applicants were successful and began training this week for their lifeguard certification. We recognize that not only is there a national shortage on qualified lifeguards but that we must continue to create more opportunities for swim lessons across Wyandotte County. The Department of Parks and Recreation is engaging with several local institutional partners with swimming facilities to offer more swim classes during the school year for students interested in learning how to swim. More updates to follow!
In the meantime, we are already preparing for the 2022 summer by exploring a contract with a third party to staff Parkwood Pool in Kansas City, KS. We were unable to open the pool this summer because of COVID and staff shortages.
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Remembering the 1951 Flood
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Check out the Wyandotte County Historical Museum exhibit on the 1951 flood now through September 15, 2021. |
Residential Trash Collection
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Many residents are experiencing some delays in trash pickup due to staffing shortages at Waste Management. We hear your frustration and continue to take your calls.
How can you help? Make sure you have any items for pickup at the curb by 7AM the day of your scheduled pickup (as early as 4PM the day before). Put trash in lidded containers to help contain the litter (and pesky animals) and avoid bulky items whenever possible as it causes delays.
What to do if your trash is missed? Leave the trash curbside and report the missed pickup via the myWyCo app or by calling 311. Waste Management often knows it missed your pickup and will sometimes circle back at another time.
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Thank you to the many people who emailed us with content suggestions! We're working on incorporating your ideas into both our eNews and our website. If you have any additional suggestion, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at communications@wycokck.org
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10 KC-area health departments issue public health advisory on COVID-19, recommend wearing masks
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Ten Kansas City-area health departments issued a joint public health advisory on COVID-19 Friday, recommending that unvaccinated residents wear face coverings.
This is only a recommendation and not a mandate.
The health departments on the advisory include: Kansas City, Missouri, Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte and Ray counties in Missouri. On the Kansas side, the health departments include Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami, and the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas.
Health departments strongly recommend that residents take the following precautions to protect themselves and others by first and foremost getting fully vaccinated against COVID-19.Anyone 12 and older should seek vaccination immediately.
- Help protect children younger than 12 by ensuring the adults around them are vaccinated.
- Individuals who have initiated 2-dose vaccination should get their second dose to ensure maximum protection against all COVID-19 strains, including delta.
- Talk with your friends and family about the importance of getting vaccinated.
- If you have specific concerns about whether you should get the vaccine, consult your physician.
Officials said that unvaccinated individuals should wear a mask while visiting indoor public places, in crowded outdoor settings, and for activities with close contact with others who are not fully vaccinated.
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Now people ages 12 and older who get vaccinated at the UGPHD vaccination facility can “Spin to Win” one of a variety of instant prizes or they can be entered into a raffle to win one of two $500 Visa gift cards given away each day. The “Spin to Win” and raffle prizes are available for Wyandotte County residents only. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to participate.
Instant “Spin to Win” prizes include:
• $50 Visa gift card
• $25 Visa gift card
• $15 gift card to a local restaurant
• Custom t-shirt
After patients have been vaccinated, they can spin a prize wheel at the vaccination facility to see which instant prize they have won or they can be entered into a raffle for one of two $500 Visa gift cards.
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Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance (KERA) Program
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The KERA program, funded through the federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 provides rent, utility, and internet assistance to households financially impacted by the COVID pandemic. Assistance covers:
- Up to 12 months of current and past due household rent;
- Up to three months of prospective rent at a time, even if the household does not have rental arrears;
- Past due residential utility, electric, gas, water, sewer and trash services, as well as internet expenses.
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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
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The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging & Disability Resource Center is currently distributing Farmers Market vouchers (by mail). Recipients must be at least 60 years of age or older, living in Wyandotte County, and meet income guidelines. The amount of the booklets is $35. Residents can contact the Area Agency on Aging at 913-573-8531 to request an application. |
Farmers Markets: Pick-Up Some Great Local Produce and Goods Every Saturday and Sunday
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Join Our Team
Career Opportunities
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The Unified Government is hiring! Check out the following positions ( and many more) that are about to close on July 28, 2021 so apply today.
For more job opportunities, please explore our website.
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Remy is a 4 year old Australian Shepherd mix that weighs 51lbs. Remy is such a fun boy. Remy is good with other dogs and loves people. He does need a home without cats but he loves water!!!! Rain, swimming, puddles.. he loves it all. Remy is an all-around Olympic athlete -- he loves to play chase and you'll need a secure taller fence Remy is a smart boy and he already knows sit. He takes treats very gently or can catch them out of the air! He has had previous potty training. Remy is a lover who is looking for the perfect family to love him and take care of him forever.
Meet Remy this Sunday at our shelter (3301 Park Drive in Kansas City, KS) from Noon to 2pm.
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Upcoming Commission Meetings |
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Commission Meetings
Planning & Zoning and Full Commission Meeting, Including Public Hearings on the Community Development Action Plan and American Recovery Act Plan (ARPA) Local Recovery Fund
Thursday, July 29, 2021, 7PM Join
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To reduce the spread of COVID-19 and consistent with County and State Orders limiting gatherings of individuals to 45 persons or less, the meetings of the Unified Government Board of Commission meetings will be conducted remotely using Zoom, an online meeting tool. The Mayor, Commission and Unified Government Staff will all participate in the meeting remotely. Members of the public may attend meetings virtually using the links (see right) and/or phone dial-in information. The information is also available on the agenda itself. |
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