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Troy Anderson Named Independence City Manager

The City of Independence has selected Troy Anderson to be the next City Manager following a months-long national search. Anderson will begin in the role on April 13.

Mar 13, 2026

Announcements, Council Action, Personnel

Council members holding shovels at groundbreaking a fire station in front of a fire truck

Fire Station #8 breaks ground

Mayor Rory Rowland, City Council members, Fire Chief Jimmy Walker, and Independence Fire Department personnel joined community leaders at the groundbreaking ceremony held at the new Fire Station #8 location on South Powell Road near M-78 on Tuesday, March 3.

Mar 03, 2026

Announcements, Events, Official Statements

A tri-colored flame with red, grey blue and navy, with a red star at the bottom sits above the word Independence. Missouri is centered below it with red stars on each end and A Great American Story below it.

City Manager Finalists Announced

The City of Independence has selected four experienced municipal leaders as finalists in its search for the next City Manager, following a nationwide recruitment process.

Feb 23, 2026

Announcements, Personnel

Image of hockey players playing hockey at Cable Dahmer Arena. Spectators watching in the background.

Independence and Mavs Announce Extension

The Kansas City Mavericks and the City of Independence proudly announce a three-year extension to their long-time partnership at Cable Dahmer Arena. This third contract extension continues the agreement through the 2028-2029 ECHL Season.

Feb 11, 2026

Announcements, Parks and Recreation

Warren K Erdman holds the Truman statuette conferred on all Harry S. Truman Public Service Award Winners in front of a blue background at the Truman Library and Museum next to Mayor Rory Rowland in February 2026.

Warren K. Erdman named Truman Award winner

The Independence Harry S. Truman Award Commission will present the 2025 Harry S. Truman Public Service Award to Warren K. Erdman during the presentation ceremony on Tuesday, February 10, at 11 a.m. at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum

Jan 27, 2026

Announcements, Awards, Events

IPD Comprehensive Action Plan Announced

In a commitment to professional accountability and public safety, the City of Independence commissioned a comprehensive risk assessment of the Independence Police Department (IPD).

Jan 08, 2026

Announcements, Official Statements

Venue Change: City Council Installation Ceremony - April 20