Northland News
Posted on 14 May 2008
... was pretty good," Johnson said. "The city's a beautiful city." Skytracker followed his 13 mile bike ride from his Northland home to City Hall. Johnson had to sometimes dodge sewer gates and fight for space on roa... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 14 May 2008
... ings project, he tells me in an e-mail, "should attract additional people from outside the area and will create a 'Northland Destination' [for] products and services." Because nothing says "destination" like Famou... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 14 May 2008
... importance of bicycle lanes in a mass transit system. Councilman Russ Johnson rode his bike from his home in the Northland to the news conference downtown. Tracy Marriott said she is excited about the city’... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 11 May 2008
The people who spend stormy nights scanning the skies for trouble are debating whether outdoor warning sirens should be used more often.The tornados that damaged two neighborhoods May 2 in the Northland before ... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 9 May 2008
... off than he was.” High school sweethearts became life mates: Shoffner grew up in the Northland and attended Oak Park High School. That’s where he met Debbie, who was a few years younger. “He... [from Kansas City Wire]
Still Time to Register for
NNI's Home Ownership Class
Wednesday, May 7, 14 and 21
6:00p.m. - 9:00p.m.
Is home ownership something you dream about, but the process sounds like a nightmare? Do the words "equity", "escrow," and "variable rates" sound confusing? Then you need to sign up for the three-part home ownership class offered by Northland Neighborhoods, Inc. and University of Missouri Extension. No matter where you live or where you want to live, this class will prepare you to own a home. For more information, or to reserve your spot in this valuable class, call Jennifer at 816-454-2000.
Senior Workshop
Wednesday, May 14th: 9:00 - 10:30 am
Birds of Spring and Summer. Mark McKellar from Back Yard Bird Center will discuss birds that are common to our area in Spring and Summer. He will give tips on how to attract these birds, what to feed them and how to enjoy these different species at this time of the year.
1st District Road Update Forum
Tuesday, May 20th - 8:30 a.m.
Councilwoman Deb Hermann and Councilman Bill Skaggs will be hosting the next First District Road update forum on Tuesday, May 20th. For more information, contact Terri Wolfe, Administrative Assistant to Councilwoman Deb Herman, at 816-513-1624.
Cop Talk
Wednesday, May 21st - 6:00 p.m.
Cop Talk is an open forum where residents can meet with staff from both Northland police stations to discuss crime and other disorder.
Free Mental Wellness Screenings for Seniors
Friday, May 23: 9:00a.m. - Noon
Free Mental Wellness Screenings provided on behalf of Tri-County. All Northland Participants (60 years old & older) who complete a 5-minute mental wellness screening will enjoy complimentary Corner Cafe` cinnamon rolls, coffee, and are eligible to enter hourly prize drawings of Wallmart and HyVee Gift cards.
NNI Offices Closed
Northland Neighborhoods, Inc. will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. The office will re-open on Tuesday, May 27 at 8:00a.m.
Neighborhood Roundtable
Tuesday, May 27: 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.
NNI will host Terry Leeds, KCMO Overflow Control Program Division Manager and Sheila Shockey of Shockey Consulting Services, LLC to discuss one of the most costly projects facing the City of Kansas City. This will impact all community members financially and may disrupt neighborhoods throughout the course of construction. Please join us to learn more about the project and have your voice heard. Please reserve your seat by calling Jennifer Presberry at 454-2000.
A.B.O.P.T. (antifreeze, batteries, oil, paint & tires)
Saturday, June 7th - 8:00 a.m. until Noon
Northland Neighborhoods, Inc., the City of Kansas City and Antioch Center will provide residents an opportunity to safely dispose of household waste from 8:00a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 7, 2008 in the east parking lot (Chouteau Trafficway side) of Antioch Shopping Center. ABOPT is a first come-first served opportunity to dispose of environmentally sensitive materials in a safe, responsible way. For more information please contact Janet Shaffer at 454-2000.
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