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City of Merriam, Kansas

City of Merriam, Kansas

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MERRIAM，KANSAS 793 位关注者

To serve the public with transparent government focused on progress.

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Just 8 miles south of downtown Kansas City, Merriam is a welcoming, peaceful, tight-knit community that is small in size but big at heart. Our residents enjoy a wide variety of amenities and services, including beautiful tree-lined streets, walking trails, plentiful parks, public art, and abundant events. With affordable housing in safe neighborhoods, an award-winning school district, and our convenient location, Merriam is the ideal community to call home. Mission Statement: To serve the public with transparent government focused on progress.

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https://www.merriam.org
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政府管理
规模
51-200 人
总部
MERRIAM，KANSAS
类型
政府机构
创立
1950

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  • Congratulations to Master Police Officer Brandon Bates for being named the 2024 Merriam Police Department Officer of the Year! Merriam Police Chief Darren McLaughlin and Mayor Bob Pape honored him at the March 10 City Council meeting. Bates received this peer-nominated award for going above and beyond to serve his community and police family. “Merriam allows officers to thrive and enjoy being at work," Bates said. "I’ve worked hard over the past few years to create and maintain opportunities, and I look forward to my future here.” We thank him for his many dedicated years serving in the Merriam Police Department. www.merriam.org/JoinPD #JustRight #TeamMerriam #MoreThanAJob

    • Police Chief Darren McLaughlin, Officer Brandon Bates, and Mayor Bob Pape inside the City Council chambers.

  • Everyone, we have an announcement! ?? For over 30 years, we’ve consistently been recognized for excellence in budgeting. And now, the Government Finance Officers Association has once again honored us with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award! GFOA gives this award to governments that go above and beyond in transparency, planning, and responsibility. It reflects our commitments to clear, effective, and accountable budgeting for our community. ???? #JustRight #TeamMerriam #FinanceAwards

  • So exciting to see this area coming together with new restaurants, businesses, and lodging!

  • Mayor Bob Pape is so honored to receive this award! Mayor Pape is a major supporter of our Parks and Recreation Department because he knows the important work they provide while building community in our Just Right city! Thank you, KRPA!

    KRPA Distinguished Elected Official Award Winner: Mayor Bob Pape Join us in celebrating Mayor Bob Pape of the City of Merriam, Kansas as the KRPA Distinguished Elected Official Award Winner. He is a dedicated advocate, volunteer, and former employee who has gone above and beyond to support parks and recreation in his community. From securing funding for playground replacements to championing the new community center, his leadership has fostered community engagement and instilled local pride throughout Merriam. His instrumental vote for the We-Go-Swing ensured inclusive recreation opportunities for all—proving that parks should be for everyone. Whether he's attending Farmers’ Market Saturdays, volunteering at events, or bringing fresh ideas from educational sessions, Mayor Pape’s passion for parks and recreation connects people and partnerships in meaningful ways. Join us in recognizing his outstanding contributions. #KRPA #ParksAndRec #CommunityChampion #LocalLeadership bob pape

  • Attention Merriam business owners! Mark your calendar -the Women's Business Breakfast is right around the corner! Join us on Wednesday, March 12, at 8:30 a.m. at the Merriam Community Center as we celebrate Women's History Month and the impact women have within our business community. We invite you to join us for a delightful breakfast, fantastic networking, and an inspiring presentation. Meredith Hauck of EverStrive Solutions will dive into Gretchen Rubin's "The Four Tendencies," so you won't want to miss it! Let's gather together for a morning of empowerment and growth. Licensed Merriam businesses may RSVP at?www.merriam.org/wbb. If you have any questions, reach out to?[email protected].

    • Featured Speaker: Meredith Hauck 2025 Women's Business Breakfast

  • We are thrilled to have received this award for Outstanding Recreation Program for its Taylor Swift Pop-Up Bash from KRPA! Congratulations to our Parks & Recreation Department and city leadership for helping make Merriam Just Right in our community programs and events! #JustRight #ParksAndRec #WorkHardPlayHard #Award

    ?? KRPA Award Spotlight! ?? Roses are red, violets are blue, Merriam threw a Swiftie Bash, and the community loved it too! ????? This Valentine’s Day, we’re spreading ALL the love to the City of Merriam, Kansas Parks and Recreation Department, winners of the 2025 KRPA Recreation Branch Outstanding Program Award! The Swiftie Super Bash Pop-Up was a match made in pop culture heaven, blending Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour magic with Kansas City Chiefs fandom for an unforgettable event! ???? From friendship bracelet-making to football-themed snacks, this event brought 137 fans together to celebrate music, sports, and community. This event instilled local pride by fostering community engagement and creating lasting memories for Swifties and Chiefs fans alike—proving that when we come together, parks and recreation make magic happen! ?? Show some love to Merriam Parks and Recreation in the comments with a ??! #KRPA #ParksandRec #InstillsLocalPride #SwiftieSuperBash Renee Nagle Jenkins, CPRP

  • Mayor Bob Pape read a proclamation for Black History Month at the Feb. 10 City Council meeting. It stated in part: "The observance of Black History Month calls attention to the continued need to battle racism and build a society that upholds its democratic ideas. The 2025 national theme for the observance is 'African Americans and Labor' to highlight the significant role Black people have played in the workforce throughout history. The City of Merriam will join the nation in honoring African Americans and highlighting their workforce contributions to our city." Learn more about Black history in Merriam at?merriam.org/blackhistory #JustRight #BlackHistoryMonth

    • Mayor Bob Pape reads a Black History Month proclamation inside the City Council chambers as the City Council looks on.
    • The City of Merriam's Black History Month proclamation.

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