Friday Greetings,

• The new Story Walk was installed this week at the northwestern end of Macken Park, sponsored by the NKC Library, and will feature new stories throughout the year to keep the experience fresh and engaging for visitors of all ages.

   

• Join the North Kansas City Community Enrichment Advisory Committee (CEAC) for a day of service, snacks, and community THIS Saturday, April 18, from 8:30 a.m. to Noon!  Celebrate Earth Day with kid-friendly activities, snacks, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, local eco-organizations, and custom event bandanas. Participants will meet at City Hall, 2010 Howell Street, to receive City-provided equipment (gloves, grabbers, and bags) and then head to designated cleanup locations. For questions about the event, please contact Megan Summers at 816-274-6006 or msummers@nkc.org.

   

• Join the NKC Library on Monday, April 20, from 10-11 a.m. for some bug and spring-themed activities perfect for preschool-age kids. We will read bug stories, make some bug crafts, and play some bug games.   

   

• The NKC Police Department is teaming up with the Northland Assistance Center to host a food drive during Coffee with a Cop as part of Starbucks’ “Month of Good.” The event will be on Friday, April 24, from 9-11 a.m. at the Starbucks on 1930 Diamond Pkwy.  Bring a non-perishable food item to donate, and we hope to see you there!

   

• Join us for the City’s annual Shred and Donation Event on Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to Noon. Additional services will include electronic recycling, tire disposal, and the collection of gently used clothing and household items. The event will be from 9 a.m. to Noon at the YMCA overflow lot at 1999 Iron Street. Additional information is in the attached flyer.

   

• We hope to see you at the annual Native Plant Sale on Sunday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Macken Park!

• Current City job openings are listed below.  To apply, please visit www.nkc.org/jobs.
• Maintenance Worker – Buildings & Grounds
• Maintenance Worker – Streets
• Utility Maintenance Worker
• Police Officer

Upcoming Meetings and Events:  

• Earth Day City-Wide Celebration and Clean-up Event – Saturday, April 18, 8:30 a.m. to Noon, City Hall
• City Council Meeting – Tuesday, April 21, 6 p.m.
• Coffee with a Cop – Friday, April 24, 9-11 a.m., Starbucks, 1930 Diamond PKWY
• Community Shred & Recycle Event – Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. to Noon, NKC YMCA
• Native Plant Sale – Sunday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Macken Park
• Animal Vaccination Day – Saturday, May 2, 2-4 p.m., City Hall
• City Council Meeting – Tuesday, May 5, 6 p.m.
• Planning Commission – Thursday, May 7, 6 p.m.
• Community Enrichment Advisory Committee – Thursday, May 14, 6 p.m.
• Civic Canvas Public Art Dedication & Art Walk – Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m., City Hall
• City Council Meeting – Tuesday, May 19, 6 p.m.
• Dagg Splash Park Opens – Saturday, May 23, 10 a.m.
• Memorial Day – City Facilities Closed – Monday, May 25
• Northtown Supper Potluck – Saturday, May 30, 5:30-8 p.m., Macken Park