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August 21, 2023 | Posted in Environment
A meter showing an orange reading against a sky

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow

August 20, 2023 | Posted in Environment
A meter showing an orange reading against a sky

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality for Monday, August 21, 2023. 

August 16, 2023 | Posted in Early Learning
MARC is welcoming Toni Sturdivant, the new director of the Early Learning and Head Start Department.

MARC is pleased to announce Dr. Toni Sturdivant will be joining the organization as director of the Early Learning and Head Start Department.

August 14, 2023 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Homeowners and renters face many challenges in attaining safe, quality, affordable housing that meets their families’ needs. To assist those interested in understanding the extent of these challenges in the region, there are three new topic areas to explore on the Regional Housing Partnership Housing Data Hub.

August 9, 2023 | Posted in Economy & Housing
Commuting to work Kansas City Plaza area

Commute times, distance from jobs and limited transit options create significant challenges for region's low- and moderate-income households.

August 7, 2023 | Posted in Safety & Security
photo of Governor Parson signing Senate Bill 24 into law

A new law reclassifies public safety communications personnel as first responders, allowing them to access state-funded mental health resources.

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.