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April is Earth Month
April 15, 2024 | Posted in Environment
A young teen holds a recycling bin with various items that can be recycled curbside in Kanas City

In honor of Earth Month, explore these resources from  MARC's Environment program for a cleaner, greener and more sustainable Kansas City region. 

Updates and outcomes from MARC’s March Board meetings
April 11, 2024 | Posted in
Blue Springs Mayor Carson Ross receives a vase from Johnson County Commissioner Janee' Hanzlick for his service as MARC Board chair. Commissioner Hanzlick began her term as chair on April 1, 2024.

Thanks to everyone who joined the MARC Board of Directors and Budget and Personnel Committee meetings on March 26. 

MARC joins SevenDays campaign to spread kindness
April 3, 2024 | Posted in News
MARC is supporting the SevenDays of Kindness campaign.

A local effort is asking everyone in the Kansas City region to prioritize kindness in April. 

Investor ownership is high in many of the region’s most underserved and overburdened neighborhoods
April 2, 2024 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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A comprehensive approach to safe, healthy and affordable homes increases opportunities for residents.

The Dementia Training Room offers free education to caregivers
April 1, 2024 | Posted in Aging
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The Dementia Training Room will offer a free, come-when-you-can educational event for caregivers of people with dementia.

Connected Freight KC 2050 regional freight plan in development
March 26, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
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Connected Freight KC 2050 aims to take advantage of an ever-changing industry

2024 Age Positive conference scheduled for May 7-8
March 20, 2024 | Posted in Aging
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The eighth annual Age Positive: Ideas for an Age-Friendly Future conference will provide a forum for innovative older adult program ideas on May 7 and 8.

Share your comments on the Transportation Improvement Program amendment
March 19, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
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Review and comment on the amendment which includes 14 new projects

Safely dispose of household hazardous waste this spring
March 19, 2024 | Posted in Environment
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What do old paint, automotive fluids, lawn and garden products, cleaners and nail polish have in common? They're all considered household hazardous waste.

MARC to recognize 911 dispatchers for critical role they play in public safety
March 12, 2024 | Posted in Safety & Security
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MARC's Regional Public Safety Communications Program will host the 27th Annual Telecommunicators Appreciation Celebration and Outstanding Performance Awards on April 12, 2024, to honor the important role telecommunicators and 911 calltakers play in keeping our communities safe.