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General Obligation Bond on April Ballot

For the first time in its nearly 200 year history, Independence voters will vote on a G.O. Bond for the city.

Dec 17, 2024
Announcements, Council Action
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Winter Weather plan for February 2025

Here's what residents and visitors to Independence need to know to deal with winter weather the week of Feb. 12, 2025.

Feb 11, 2025
Announcements
City Council overlooks the dais out into a council meeting in Fall 2025. Picture taken from crowd vantage point.

2025 Rental Ready requirements

Beginning May 1, 2025, the City of Independence will have more inspection requirements for rental units within its City limits. Commonly called Rental Ready, the City of Independence expanded its rental dwelling inspection program from original nine rental unit guidelines to a total of 16 in January 2025.

Feb 07, 2025
Announcements, Council Action
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Palmer Center February Calendar

Palmer Center Activities and Events for February 2025

Jan 19, 2025
Announcements, Events, Seniors

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Feb

14

Personnel Board Meeting

Friday, February 14, 2025
10:00am
Independence Utility Center - 1st Floor

Feb

17

Active

City Council Meeting

Monday, February 17, 2025
6:00pm
City Hall - 1st Floor

Feb

18

Active

Toddler Town

Tuesday, February 18, 2025
10:00am
Roger T. Sermon Community Center
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Entertainment, Family Activity

Feb

20

Active

Toddler Town

Thursday, February 20, 2025
10:00am
Roger T. Sermon Community Center
Newsroom, Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Entertainment, Family Activity

Independence Contact Center

City Hall

111 E Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050

816-325-7000

Independence Utility Center - 1st Floor

17221 E 23rd St. S, Independence, MO 64057

816-325-7930