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Let's Build a Better US-71!

Reconnecting the East Side involves not only restoring key connections but also reviving economic, community, residential, civic, and spiritual connections. We are now reviewing initial alternatives and evaluation criteria.

Let's Build a Better US-71! Share Your Voice: Join us to discuss the draft recommendations for US-71 at Community Summit #4 on April 7, 2026.

Anyone who requires language translation, special assistance or accommodation to attend the meeting should contact the Reconnecting the East Side project team by emailing Contact@ReconnectEastSide.com or calling 816-710-6385.

Community Summit #4 Engagement

Let's Build a Better US-71 – Share your feedback!

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Make your voice heard!

Your input will help guide planning, to reflect the needs of impacted neighborhoods and corridor users. Add your comments to our Engagement Map.

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Contact Us

Have questions or want to learn more about a project, contact us below:

Contact Information
Name Project Manager – Selina Zapata Bur, AICP
Phone (816) 710-6385
Email Contact@ReconnectEastSide.com
Website www.kcmo.gov
In writing

Mary Williams-Neal Community Center
3801 Emanuel Cleaver II Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64130

Office Hours:
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 2 – 6 p.m.

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Missouri Department of Transportation anticipates incorporating recommendations made as part of the PEL study into future NEPA studies, per Title 23 of the US Code, Part 168.