UG Seeks Input on Proposed Use of Federal Funds Totaling $3,149,641.85 Published on July 25, 2024 The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas will accept public comments on its Draft 2024 Annual Action Plan through August 14, 2024. The Annual Action Plan consolidates three entitlement grant programs into a single application. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases
WyCo and KCK Back to School Immunizations and School Supplies Events Published on July 23, 2024 It's almost time for back-to-school physicals, immunizations and school supplies!There are multiple back to school events in Wyandotte County offering free routine childhood vaccinations and school supplies. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
Over 75 Organizations Awarded with the 2024 Hollywood Casino Grant Published on July 23, 2024 Over 75 organizations serving Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS were recently awarded with the 2024 Hollywood Casino Grant. The Board of Commissioners established a grant fund to improve the community health of Wyandotte County. Funding for this grant is possible because of an annual contribution from the Hollywood Casino. Tagged as: , Announcements, Health & Lifestyle
Telephone Scams Target BPU Customers for Nonpayment Published on July 23, 2024 The Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) is warning customers about recent telephone scams in which the caller threatens to shut off power unless immediate past due utility payments are made over the phone. Please be aware – BPU will never ask for payment or threaten disconnection due to non-payment over the phone. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases
Kansas and Missouri Childhood Vaccination Rates lag Behind the U.S. Published on July 22, 2024 As schools prepare to head back into session, metro health departments emphasize the importance of vaccinations to protect children in Kansas and Missouri classrooms this year. Free or low-cost vaccines are now available, and parents are encouraged to make appointments or visit a walk-in clinic now to avoid the long wait times that typically occur every August. Tagged as: , Announcements, Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
Mayor Garner and Commissioners Honor Community with Dotte Proud Cards Published on July 12, 2024 During the July 11, 2024, full commission meeting, Mayor Tyrone Garner and Chief of Staff Irene Caudillo presented the community with a new initiative called "Dotte Proud" Cards. Dotte Proud Cards gives Mayor Garner and all UG Commissioners the opportunity to present community members with a card that recognizes them for their service and hard work throughout the community. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honors & Celebration, Mayor News
WyCo Cities Awarded $1 Million Grant to Improve Road Safety Published on July 09, 2024 The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG), in collaboration with the City of Bonner Springs and the City of Edwardsville, was awarded a $1 million Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant to create a countywide Vision Zero Action Plan. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities, Infrastructure, Media Releases
Safe Fireworks Disposal Published on July 05, 2024 Help keep your community safe and clean with these disposal tips! Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Public Works, Trash & Recycling
Your Input is Requested - UG Stormwater and Parks Improvement Project Published on July 03, 2024 Provide your feedback on potential park amenities for 8th Street, Northrup, and Splitlog Parks. Tagged as: , Announcements, Capital Improvement, Community Safety, Environment, Improvement Works, Infrastructure, Maintenance, Public Works, Stormwater
AARP Awards $15K to the UG as Part of Nationwide Program Published on June 26, 2024 Today, AARP announced that the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS (UG) has received a 2024 Community Challenge grant as part of the largest group of grantees to date with $3.8 million awarded among 343 organizations nationwide. The awarded funds of $15,000 will be used to place benches at key public spaces across Kansas City, Kansas (KCK). Tagged as: , Announcements, Health & Lifestyle, Honors & Celebration, Media Releases