Training & Events

The Freight Economy Forum at MARC is a gathering of private and public stakeholders from the greater Kansas City area to discuss freight transportation, trade and logistics, and economic trends. 

Each meeting covers a variety of presentations and discussions, centered on strengthening the regional economy.

Agenda includes:

L984 is a four-day course designed to address all responsibilities appropriate to a Planning Section Chief operating in a local- or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team. These responsibilities fall into two categories: 1) managing the planning cycle and 2) tracking resources and incident status. The course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple tabletop exercises.

Regular meeting of the Total Transportation Policy Committee (TTPC). 

Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Count On Me Academy - Independence
2641 South Hub Drive
Independence, MO 64055

Training Description

Participants will explore three DAP technology-integrated activities that build inquiry skills, support classification and observation, and connect children’s real-world experiences to academic disciplines through interactive media.

Two Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by Feb. 13, 2026.

L984 is a four-day course designed to address all responsibilities appropriate to a Planning Section Chief operating in a local- or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team. These responsibilities fall into two categories: 1) managing the planning cycle and 2) tracking resources and incident status. The course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple tabletop exercises.

L984 is a four-day course designed to address all responsibilities appropriate to a Planning Section Chief operating in a local- or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team. These responsibilities fall into two categories: 1) managing the planning cycle and 2) tracking resources and incident status. The course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple tabletop exercises.

Please join us for Managers Roundtable on Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 11:30-1:00. Lunch will be served. Program to follow. 

Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026
6 - 8 p.m.

EarlystART-St. Mark Child & Family Development Center
2008 East 12th St.
Kansas City, MO 64127

Training Description

Explores how open-ended art experiences promote creativity, critical thinking and vocabulary development. Participants will discuss how art facilitates and encourages exploration, self-expression and language growth.

Two Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by Feb. 19, 2026.

L984 is a four-day course designed to address all responsibilities appropriate to a Planning Section Chief operating in a local- or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team. These responsibilities fall into two categories: 1) managing the planning cycle and 2) tracking resources and incident status. The course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple tabletop exercises.

The Mid-America Regional Council Emergency Rescue Committee, commonly known as MARCER, promotes regional coordination and cooperation in emergency pre-hospital care for metropolitan Kansas City.

To request meeting summaries or agendas, please call MARC's Emergency Services staff at (816)474-4240.