IndeGO Bond: Historic Sites & Athletic Complex

The IndeGO Bond program includes $12 million for historic sites and the Independence Athletic Complex.

exterior of Vaile Mansion and lawn during springtime

exterior of Bingham-Waggoner Mansion on a sunny day

exterior of truman memorial building with sign and three flags

An image of the Independence Athletic Complex pavilion with picnic tables and a few grills on a concrete pad with grass surrounding it on a cloudy day.

IndeGO Bond FAQs: Historic Sites and Independence Athletic Complex

The bond package includes $5 million to upgrade the existing Independence Athletic Complex.

The bond package includes $7 million in improvements and repairs to the Vaile Mansion, Bingham-Waggoner Estate, and the Truman Memorial Building.

The proposal suggests approximately $2.2 million for Vaile Mansion, $3.8 million for Bingham-Waggoner and $1 million for Truman Memorial Building.

The City of Independence owns the Vaile Mansion, Bingham-Waggoner Estate, and the Truman Memorial Building. All three are historic - and starting to show their age. While serving as pieces of history, these properties also host a variety of community events throughout the year.

In order to preserve these buildings for generations to come, repairs must be made now.

GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND QUESTION NO. 3

Shall the City of Independence, Missouri, issue its general obligation bonds in the amount of $12,000,000 for the purpose of renovating, improving and equipping parks and recreation buildings, facilities and grounds, including historic buildings and the Independence Athletic Complex?

Inside the Historic Sites

Vaile Mansion's exterior shows several signs of weathering and repairs needed, for both the building and grounds.

vaile mansion tower with boarded up windows

dried out exterior wood trim with heavily peeling paint

vaile mansion roof highlighting worn and wooden trim and damaged tiles

crumbling asphalt driveway with independence PRT truck in the background

The Bingham-Waggoner Estate's buildings require updated paint, concrete repairs, and revised parking areas.

exterior of building on bingham-waggoner estate with heavily peeling paint and worn trim

cracked asphalt in the bingham-waggoner parking lot

heavily deteriorated asphalt parking lot with lots of broken gravel pieces

The Truman Memorial Building has several instances of water damage and necessary roof repair, as well as HVAC improvements.

large gash in ceiling and wall with peeling paint and exposed drywall

interior brick wall with water damage from roof leak

Independence Athletic Complex

The athletic complex requires updated concessions, field and lighting equipment, and playground equipment.