These hearts have turned our city into an art gallery, each telling a unique story about our community. ❤️
We want to hear from you: Which heart is YOUR favorite? 👀
Share your favorite heart below!
We’ll take it 😌 Here’s some fresh progress!
ICYMI- Southwest Blvd* is undergoing a transformation with the goal to make the corridor safer and easier to navigate.
A “road diet” will convert 4 thru-lanes ➡️ 2 thru-lanes with a turn lane in the middle, and protected mobility lanes have been added to prioritize the safety of all who use the road.
*This project spans from Broadway Blvd to Grand Blvd
Join us in congratulating our new Director of City Planning and Development, Kyle Elliot.
Kyle brings 2+ decades of experience in urban planning, housing, land use policy, and community development, and the majority of his professional career has been spent serving our city. Since August 2025, he’s acted as the Interim Director of Planning and Development, and previously held leadership roles across both the Planning and Housing departments.
In his words: “Kansas City’s continued success is made possible through strong collaboration and shared commitment, and I am excited to help build on that momentum as we shape the future of our community together.”
Construction is underway on Southwest Blvd (to Grand Blvd/19th St) 🚧
What’s changing:
• 4 lanes → 2 thru-lanes + center turn lanes
• New protected mobility lane
• Safer crossings + improved navigation
Paving, striping, and curb work began this spring.
Expected completion: May 2026
Thanks to the community for helping shape this project!
Hometown university team 🤝 iconic KC venue
Starting next season @umkcinkansascity Roos basketball will be played at Municipal Auditorium 🏀
Swipe to see how this Art Deco-style arena will be transformed into a modern home for Roos basketball ➡️
Huge thank you to everyone who volunteered their time last Saturday to make our World Cup Cleanup a success!
Together, they cleared a half-acre of honeysuckle and picked up 135 lbs. of trash 🌱
Have you noticed the changes on 31st Street from Main St. ➡️ Gillham Rd?
Here are some of the recently completed enhancements designed to improve safety, accessibility and overall user experience:
🚸 New raised crosswalks to increase pedestrian visibility and safety
➡️ Widened and cleared sidewalks
🚙 Curb extensions around on-street parking
🛑 New pedestrian signals featuring audible and vibrating indications
🌱 Native landscaping
+ more!
🌳Today we celebrated Arbor Day with the planting of a Ponderosa Pine tree honoring Wilbur Niewald !
Wilbur Niewald was a native Kansas Citian nationally recognized for his abstract and plein air paintings. After retiring from The Kansas City Art Institute, Wilbur became a fixture in Loose Park painting 6 hours a day, 6 days a week capturing the “vital essence” of the world before him. Planted amongst the pine trees near the tennis courts in Loose Park, the tree is an homage to one of Wilbur’s favorite places to paint.
Kansas City is recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation which was established in 1872 in Nebraska City, Nebraska. Loose Park is home to the Stanley R. McLane Arboretum with over 1,000 trees and over 110 species.
🎨 In the spirit of Wilbur’s passion for plein air painting, we hosted a plein air painting competition with over 40 artists celebrating his legacy.
Thank you to @moconservation and our Parks Forestry team to help make this day possible.
#wherekcplays #kcparks #arborday #pleinart #loosepark
Safe, continuous connection between the River Market ➡️ Berkeley Riverfront is now a reality 🎉
The Grand Boulevard bike/pedestrian Bridge runs along the outside of the Grand Boulevard Bridge, offering a protective barrier for runners, cyclists, or anyone out exploring the city. 🚴♂️🏃♀️
As we prepare to host matches during FIFA World Cup 2026™ investments like this will support increased pedestrian activity, improve multimodal transit options, and showcase the City’s commitment to walkability and safety. #MatchReadyKC
The NW Vivion Road Trail is now open! Built in partnership with Kansas City, Riverside, and MoDOT, this new segment extends the InterUrban Trail from NW St. Joseph Blvd to N. Mulberry Dr., creating a safer, more accessible route for everyone to enjoy. 🌿 kcmo.gov/news
