News

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.

March 8, 2023 | Posted in Economy & Housing
Community Land Trust webinar image

The Regional Housing Partnership recently hosted a series of webinars covering the basics of community land trusts (CLTs) and the role they play in promoting affordable and sustainable homeownership.

March 7, 2023 | Posted in News
MARC Board members listen to a presentation on Feb. 28. 2023.

Thanks to everyone who joined the MARC Board of Directors and Budget and Personnel Committee meetings on Feb. 28. We’re sharing selected highlights from the meetings for your awareness and use in regional conversations. 

March 2, 2023 | Posted in Economy & Housing
Map showing redlined areas in Kansas City

The relationship between race and housing in the United States has a long past and a lasting impact. Understanding this relationship in the Kansas City region is critical for comprehending the housing patterns we have today and planning a more equitable tomorrow.

February 24, 2023 | Posted in Transportation
Rendering of new KCI airport terminal

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority and the Mid-America Regional Council are working together to create an implementation strategy for public transit services serving the new Kansas City International Airport.

February 23, 2023 | Posted in Transportation
Man riding a bike down a city street

The Mid-America Regional Council’s Board of Directors recently approved the allocation of approximately $137 million in federal funding for 78 projects.

February 22, 2023 | Posted in Environment
Attendees line up with pink carbon copy forms notatitng their professional development credit hours

MARC's Water Quality program hosted two keynote speakers and more than 40 breakout sessions to help attendees meet professional development hour requirements for their certifications.

February 8, 2023 | Posted in Aging
Older adults smiling and waving in a Bus

Civic matching program connects older adults with meaningful volunteer opportunities

February 8, 2023 | Posted in Safety & Security
KC region celebrates 40 years of 911 service

On Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 2023, the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) will celebrate the 40th anniversary of 911 emergency phone service in the Kansas City region.  

February 2, 2023 | Posted in News
A Parade of Hearts sculpture sits near a sidewalk.

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