City of Leawood Monthly E-Newsletter

Monthly E-Newsletter

Happy New Year and welcome to the launch of our monthly e-newsletter! This newsletter will contain important information about the City of Leawood, its functions, upcoming meetings, events, and activities. By subscribing, you will be the first to know everything happening in our community. In the future, the newsletter will be sent on or near the 1st of the month.

Now for some exciting news! The City of Leawood has partnered with ETC Institute, a leading Market Research and Survey company, to conduct a resident satisfaction survey in the coming months. With over 40 years of experience and millions of residents surveyed across 49 states, ETC will assist the city in gathering feedback to improve city services and make Leawood an even better place to live. Stay tuned for more details!

In addition, we are thrilled to announce that the City of Leawood will launch a new website this year. Staff members involved in this project will have a kickoff meeting at the end of the month and can't wait to start making city communications better for you.

City of Leawood Welcomes New Members

to the Governing Body

During the January 2, 2024, council meeting Mayor Marc E. Elkins and councilmembers Sherrie Gayed, Steven Kaster, and Alan Sunkel were officially sworn in as the newest members of the City of Leawood governing body. We also said a heartfelt goodbye to former Mayor Peggy Dunn and former councilmembers James Azeltine, Andrew Osman, and Jim Rawlings. We thank them again for their combined 70+ years of service to Leawood.

Mayor Elkins expressed his excitement about taking on the role and his eagerness to lead the governing body in serving the residents of Leawood. With their collective expertise and dedication, the new members are poised to positively impact the community.

"I was thrilled to take the Oath of Office as Mayor on January 2. The City Staff has been a huge help in getting me settled into office. Now, I am really excited to get down to the business of leading the Governing Body and serving our residents." - Mayor Marc E. Elkins

Governing Body Meetings

Regular meetings of the Leawood City Council are held the first and third Mondays of each month beginning at 7/7:30 PM. If the City observes a Monday holiday, the council meeting will he held on the Tuesday following. Copies of the agenda are available in the Office of the City Clerk on the Friday afternoon prior to the meeting or by calling 339-6700. You can also preview the agenda online here.

Visit the Governing Body section of the City's website for more information on the newest members and more!

Leawood Welcomes Special Guests

The City of Leawood was honored to welcome dignitaries from our sister city, the Gezer Region in Israel. Rotem Yadlin, Mayor of Gezer Regional County, and Carmel Tal, CEO of the Gezer Regional Council, braved our blast of winter weather and were welcomed by Mayor Marc Elkins, former Mayor Peggy Dunn, the Leawood City Council, and the Gezer Region Sister City Committee members. The snow made a beautiful background as the group visited Gezer Park, whose features reflect our sister city relationship.

Mayor Yadlin and CEO Carmel Tal shared updates about the situation in Israel and expressed their gratitude to the City of Leawood for its support.

Click here to visit the City's FB page to see more photos of the visit.

Email Scam Alert

Recently a handful of Leawood residents received emails coming from an account titled 'Emergency Message System'. Please be assured that neither of the events described occurred. If there were a real emergency, a message would be sent by the Leawood Police Department or Notify JoCo to alert you. As with any email from a source you don't recognize, please look at it critically and be wary before clicking on any links.

Winter Weather

Thanks to our hardworking snow plow crews comprised of Public Works and Parks Maintenace, our city's roads were kept safe during the recent winter storms and freezing temperatures. These dedicated crews worked tirelessly to de-ice and plow city streets and residential roads, responding quickly to ensure the roads were prepared for the slick and icy conditions. Their hard work is greatly appreciated!

If you have any areas in your neighborhood that require attention during future storms or would like to leave feedback for the crews on what worked well this past week, please do so here.

Upcoming Events and Activities

Daddy Daughter Date Night

Dads and Daughters get excited for a Winter Wonderland-themed night! Dress your best and prepare to dance the night away under the snow and lights! Themed snacks and drinks will be served as you enjoy a beautiful evening with your best girl(s)!

The Lodge at Ironwoods
Saturday, February 3, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Pre-registration is required - there will be NO registration at the door
$50 per Leawood resident couple/$12 per additional daughter
$60 per non-resident couple/$14 per additional daughter

For Peeps Sake!

Ring in spring with family and friends at this environmentally friendly egg hunt. The event will consist of an egg hunt with eggs redeemable for prizes. Join us during the event for a bunny and chick party at the lodge plus a seasonal take on s'mores.

Ironwoods Park
Saturday, March 30, 9:00 - 11:00am
Ages 1 – 11 (parents/guardians do not need to register)
Pre-registration is required!
$15 per Leawood resident/$18 per non-resident

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City of Leawood Monthly E-Newsletter

Monthly E-Newsletter

City of Leawood Welcomes New Members

﻿to the Governing Body

Leawood Welcomes Special Guests

to the Governing Body