Community Summits
Four Community Summits will focus on gathering input and developing a shared vision of initial alternatives, and collaborate on solutions. These summits are critical for ensuring the project reflects community priorities.
The project team is coming to your neighborhood
We're working hand in hand with the community on this project. Together, we will work to identify strategies, develop improvement concepts, explore initial alternatives, and refine those alternatives to meet the US-71 Corridor Community's needs. We look forward to seeing you!
Opportunities to engage:
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Neighborhood Listening Sessions
Up to 90 meetings, these sessions are with local neighborhood groups and Third and Fifth District meetings, when project team members are scheduled to attend and hear your feedback.
Pop-Up Events
Up to 12 pop-up events will occur at community locations, such as schools, libraries, and transit stops. These meetings bring information and engagement opportunities directly to residents in informal settings.
Neighborhood Listening Sessions
Saturday, October 25, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Ivanhoe Neighborhood Meeting
Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council
3700 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO 64109
Saturday, October 25, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Blue Hills Neighborhood Meeting
The Salvation Army6025 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO 64130
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Community Summit #3
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
5:30 – 7:30 P.M.
Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center
3700 Blue Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64130Community Summit #2
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Share your design ideas and join in this ongoing conversation.
Thank you for letting us know what you think.
Community Summit #1
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Sharing Valuable stories and identifying important needs.
Thank You for sharing your ideas and stories!
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.
Contact Us
Have questions or want to learn more about a project, contact us below:
| Name | Project Manager – Selina Zapata Bur, AICP |
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| Phone | (816) 710-6385 |
| Contact@ReconnectEastSide.com | |
| Website | www.kcmo.gov |
| In writing | Mary Williams-Neal Community Center Office Hours: |
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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.
