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MARC supports KCMO first responders Tri-Share Child Care pilot
March 16, 2026 | Posted in Early Learning
MARC Early Learning staff member recently provided information about the Child Care Works First Responders program at an informational meeting..

The MARC Early Learning department is helping the city of Kansas City, Missouri, sign up first responders for a new Tri-Share Child Care Pilot Program by providing information and answering questions at city open enrollment events.

Initial figures show Kansas City region lost jobs in 2025
March 12, 2026 | Posted in Economy & Housing
View of Kansas City skyline with KC Scout statue in right foreground

Between December 2024 and December 2025, the Kansas City region economy lost 3,600 jobs — falling to 1,150,100 from 1,153,700.

Innovative approach boosts police mental health crisis response in Blue Springs
March 2, 2026 | Posted in Safety & Security
Blue-Springs-Co-Responder-Team-Photo

Co-responder program sees success helping connect people in crisis with proper care

Updates and outcomes from MARC's February Board meetings
February 27, 2026 | Posted in News
Hassan Al-Rubaie, technical services director, presents to the MARC Board about 911 upgrades.

Thanks to everyone who joined the MARC Board of Directors and Budget and Personnel Committee meetings on Feb. 24. We’re sharing selected highlights from the meetings for your awareness and use in regional conversations.

Call for projects is now open for four federal funding programs
February 26, 2026 | Posted in Transportation
Panorama of Kansas City skyline during sunsrise

MARC is seeking project proposals for four Federal Highway Administration funding programs until March 20.

Streetcar doubles pace of new construction permits
February 24, 2026 | Posted in Data & Maps
KC Streetcar station stop

A decade of permit data show transit investment accelerated development while reinforcing existing neighborhood patterns.

Opportunity Zone Viewer identifies eligible census tracts
February 20, 2026 | Posted in Data & Maps
Map of the Kansas City region showing opportunity zones census tracts in blue

Mapping tool shows tracts that meet new eligibility guidelines as defined by Public Law 119-21 ("One Big Beautiful Bill")

Showcasing high-quality early learning in the Kansas City region
February 19, 2026 | Posted in Early Learning
Kansas City reporters tour EarlystART Early Childhood Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

Step inside community‑based efforts to expand access, support the workforce and highlight early childhood programs.

How to safely dispose of household hazardous waste
February 18, 2026 | Posted in Environment
An old can of paint in a workshop

Find a permanent facility or mobile collection event near you to properly dispose of household hazardous waste. The schedule for 2026 mobile collection events is available now.

Updates and outcomes from MARC's January Board meetings
February 3, 2026 | Posted in News
The MARC Board of Directors met on Jan. 27, 2026.

Thanks to everyone who joined the MARC Board of Directors and Budget and Personnel Committee meetings on Jan. 27. We’re sharing selected highlights from the meetings for your awareness and use in regional conversations.