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August 7, 2023 | Posted in Economy & Housing
photo of family with keys to new home

New initiative “Let’s Make Home the Goal” highlights importance of housing counseling services in addressing the racial homeownership gap.

August 3, 2023 | Posted in Transportation
A couple crossing a crosswalk

In advance of an update to Connected KC 2050, MARC’s System Performance Report examines federally required performance measures and voluntary performance measures tied to regional goals. 

July 30, 2023 | Posted in Environment
Recycle Better flyer showing guidelines for regional recycling from Recyclespot.org

The new Recycle Better flyer gives clear, updated guidelines on what should and should not go in your curbside recycling bin in the Kansas City region.

July 25, 2023 | Posted in Aging
Community for All Ages Logo

On Friday, July 21, the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) honored Bonner Springs for becoming a Silver Level Community for All Ages at the First Suburbs Coalition meeting at Westwood City Hall.

July 25, 2023 | Posted in Transportation
Amtrak train at a station track

Group shares information about corridor designation process with MARC’s Total Transportation Policy Committee

July 25, 2023 | Posted in Transportation
Crowded KCI terminal hallway with moving walkways on both sides

Please join an open house on Tuesday, Aug. 22, to evaluate public transit options for the airport terminal.

July 25, 2023 | Posted in Environment
A group attending a presentation by Climate Action KC

As part of its climate action planning work, MARC will host two workshops in September.

July 24, 2023 | Posted in Aging
Grandpass header

The GRANDPass program provides a free week of camp for the children of older caregivers. 

July 20, 2023 | Posted in Aging
hispanic father and son

A CHW helped a cancer patient find insurance coverage - and peace of mind.

July 17, 2023 | Posted in Economy & Housing
union hill apartments photo

In the last decade, the number of rental units available for under $1,000 per month fell by 6.3 million units nationwide.