Bridget McCandless City Council

04/07/2026

Polls are open until 7 PM!

04/02/2026

You’re invited! 📣

Come take a look at the proposed plans for Noland Square and see what the future could hold for this important area in our community. This is a great opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and share your thoughts.

We hope to see you there!

04/02/2026

Wally’s groundbreaking today! We are delighted to welcome Wally’s. Great American Road Trip to Independence. Located at Noland and I 70 in the old Kmart site. Plan to open in 2027. Can’t wait!

04/02/2026

Discussion about safety upgrades to 23rd street.

Join us on April 9 for an open house on the 23rd Street Complete Streets project, focused on ADA improvements between Lee’s Summit Road and 291.

This project is all about making the corridor safer and easier to navigate, whether you’re walking, driving, or visiting nearby businesses.

What’s included:
• Filling sidewalk gaps on both sides
• ADA-compliant ramps
• Pavement upgrades at 23rd & Lee’s Summit
• Improved crossings and markings

🗓️ April 9 | Drop in anytime from 5–7 PM
📍 Independence Municipal Commons (20201 E. Jackson Dr.)
1st Floor – Oregon Trail Room 148

Stop by, take a look at the plans, and share your feedback.

Construction is currently planned for Spring 2027.

03/24/2026

Mid-America Regional Council helps coordinate the regional 911 system. They have invested in geospatial routing which helps along the confusing 40 Highway corridor so your calls go to the right city.

In preparation for World Cup, they have added translation services for 911 calls to serve our many visitors.

I appreciate their regional work for our area!

03/21/2026

Exciting development in Englewood!

03/13/2026

I joined many community members this evening to take a tour of the Englewood Theatre. It is now listed on the registry of historic places. It is being reimagined as a center for live performance as well as place to enjoy movies. I can’t wait!!

03/13/2026

I was happy to be invited to the Labor-Management Council of Greater Kansas City to give them an update on Independence.

03/08/2026

I met Emily today. She grew up in Independence. She and her husband just moved back here from Dallas. They love their new house and new neighborhood! I was so happy to be able to welcome them to our great town.

03/06/2026

It was a great day to celebrate with Community Services League for reaching the milestone of 2 MILLION POUNDS of collected trash !!

The City of Independence partnered with CSL because it helped us reach the goals of
1. Reduced roadside trash
2. Addressing homelessness with meaningful work and a path to housing.

It has the addred benefit of less trash showing up at our storm water treatment plant!

Thank you CSL for bringing such a great community partner.

03/01/2026

Come meet the City Manager candidates!

Even with the weather, we will still have our meet and greet with the four City Manager candidates.

Please join us this evening at the Uptown Market on the Square from 6-7:30.