Local Government Articles

June 23, 2023 | Posted in Local Government
Sun shines on a pond and walkway in Overland Park's arboretum.

Thanks to everyone who joined the MARC Board of Directors and Budget and Personnel Committee meetings on May 23. 

March 16, 2023 | Posted in Local Government
Two business women standing and smiling

The MARC Government Training Institute (GTI) has launched several improvements to its learning opportunities for public service professionals.

January 11, 2023 | Posted in Local Government
ADU banner

Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance examples are now available to view on our website.

December 28, 2022 | Posted in Local Government
Challenge the Map graphic

Participate in the FCC challenge opportunity to map the broadband gap

November 21, 2022 | Posted in Local Government
Public Officials Directory graphic

We’re interested in learning if – and how – you use MARC's Public Officials Directory, and how we can improve it in the future.

December 15, 2021 | Posted in Local Government
Public Service Career Expo

Over 4,000 young people from across the Kansas City region attended the first-ever virtual Public Service Career Expo in November.

November 2, 2021 | Posted in Local Government
MARC Region map from the Public Officials Directory cover

Every two years, MARC publishes a directory of local, state and federal officials serving the Kansas City metropolitan area. 

February 13, 2020 | Posted in Local Government
Parkville City Hall

Each month, our Management Matters newsletter highlights state and national recognition awarded to local governments in Greater Kansas City.

January 20, 2020 | Posted in Local Government
Eastern Jackson County City Halls

With assistance from MARC, the cities of Independence, Lee’s Summit and Blue Springs, Missouri, are exploring opportunities to enhance public services, improve customer service and support employees.

November 9, 2019 | Posted in Local Government
Group of students talking to EMS

On Nov. 7, cities and counties in the Kansas City region hosted the 2019 Public Service Career Expo at Bartle Hall