Friday Greetings,
- On Monday, November 17, Mia Ivan started as our new communications officer. Welcome aboard!
- On Thursday night, the North Kansas City Fire Department held its 12th Annual Pinning Ceremony to honor the men and women who serve the community. Thank you to the fire department for your dedication & commitment to NKC!
- This year marks the eighth year of NKC Parks & Rec’s Feel the Warmth Project, which provides scarves, hats, and gloves to anyone in need of a little extra warmth during the winter season. Community donations make this project possible. All donations will be tagged with a note and hung on the fencelines of Dagg Park, Macken Park, and Waggin’ Trail Dog Park the morning of Monday, November 24, and will be available through Wednesday, November 26, on a first-come, first-served basis.
- City facilities will be closed November 28-29 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
- Save the Date! Kick off the holiday season with us as Mayor Smith lights the tree on Friday, December 5, at 6 p.m.! Enjoy festive sing-a-longs, performances, classic holiday treats, and a special visit from Santa & his elves, and more. Join us this year at our new location, Dagg Park! 🎄
- Filing for the April 7, 2026, Municipal Election will begin on Monday, December 9, 2025, at 8 a.m. in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 2010 Howell Street, and will close on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 5 p.m. Please note that City Hall will close at noon on Wednesday, December 24, and will be closed all day on December 25 and 26. The April 7, 2026, election will include one Councilmember from each of Wards 1, 2, 3, and 4. If you wish to file, please bring a photo ID and $5 for the processing fee. For more information, visit https://www.nkc.org/government/elected-officials/candidate-filing#!/.
- Warm up with your North Kansas City Police Department at Cocoa with the PoPo on December 15, from 9-11 a.m. at the North Kansas City Starbucks (1930 Diamond PKWY)! Join us for a cozy cup of cocoa and casual conversation with local officers. This is a great chance to ask questions, share thoughts, and connect with the officers who serve our community — no agenda, just good company and warm drinks!
- Rediscover Your NKC Y - with the wellness floor renovation now complete, fresh equipment, great people, and fun workouts await at the North Kansas City YMCA! Whether you’re rebuilding your routine or looking for a place where fitness feels fun again, now is a great time to join. New For You:
- New Precor strength machines for safer, more efficient training
- Expanded strength options, including plate-loaded machines, a glute drive, and deadlift platforms—perfect for building strength at any level
North Kansas City residents receive 50% off memberships at the North Kansas City YMCA. To get started, visit the North Kansas City YMCA, 1999 Iron Street. Plus, when you join the Y, you’ll get three free coaching sessions included with your membership. Healthy living coaches can help you learn the new equipment, restart your routine, or build a plan that fits your goals.
- Current City job openings are listed below. To apply, please visit www.nkc.org/jobs.
- Firefighter/EMT, Firefighter/Paramedic, Firefighter/Paramedic Student
- Police Officer
- Utility Maintenance Worker
Upcoming Meetings and Events:
- Thanksgiving Holiday – City Facilities Closed – November 27 & 28
- Regular City Council Meeting – Tuesday, December 2, 6 p.m.
- Planning Commission Meeting – Thursday, December 4, 6 p.m.
- Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting – Friday, December 5, 6 p.m., Dagg Park
- City Council Candidate Filing Begins – Tuesday, December 9, 8 a.m., City Hall
- Community Enrichment Advisory Committee – Thursday, December 11, 6 p.m.
- Cocoa with the PoPo – Monday, December 15, from 9-11 a.m., Starbucks, 1930 Diamond PKWY
- Regular City Council Meeting – Tuesday, December 16, 6 p.m.
- Christmas Holiday – City Facilities Closed – Noon on December 24, and all day on December 25 & 26
- City Council Candidate Filing Closes – Tuesday, December 30, 5 p.m., City Hall
