December 2017: Jeremiah Schroeder

The compassion and leadership of Correction’s Lieutenant Jeremiah Schroeder helped relieve a little emotional anguish for the family of a terminally ill inmate.

The compassion and leadership of Correction’s Lieutenant Jeremiah Schroeder helped relieve a little emotional anguish for the family of a terminally ill inmate.

According to Captain Christopher Wolfe, Schroeder used outside the box thinking to he...

Associate of the Month: November 2017

Working with the Mid-America Regional Council, Information Technology Projects Coordinator Steve Sunarjo helped to bring together people from seven local governments for a common goal.

Working with the Mid-America Regional Council, Information Technology Projects Coordinator Steve Sunarjo helped to bring together people from seven local governments for a common goal.

Steve helped to set up the IT portion of the Public Service Career Expo...

Corrections Department presents Toys to Kids

Santa made a special appearance at the Jackson County Detention Center Thursday afternoon to hand out gifts to children who were visiting their incarcerated family members.

Santa made a special appearance at the Jackson County Detention Center Thursday afternoon to hand out gifts to children who were visiting their incarcerated family members.

According to Acting Corrections Director, Diana Turner, “The holidays are...

Associate of the Month: October 2017

Those County Associates who are feeling healthier these days owe a debt of gratitude to Wellness Coordinator Jill Miller. Jill is the mastermind behind the Living Smarter Wellness Programs.

Those County Associates who are feeling healthier these days owe a debt of gratitude to Wellness Coordinator Jill Miller. Jill is the mastermind behind the Living Smarter Wellness Programs.

Human Resources Director Dennis Dumovich said, “Her &...

Construction Contract Awarded

Construction on the Rock Island Shared Use Path is expected to begin within the next four weeks following the awarding of the contract to Radmacher Brothers Excavating of Pleasant Hill.

Construction on the Rock Island Shared Use Path is expected to begin within the next four weeks following the awarding of the contract to Radmacher Brothers Excavating of Pleasant Hill.

Radmacher’s bid of $3.7 million came in $1.67 million under ...

Associate of the Month: September 2017

Christina Drews with the Assessment Department was named September 2017.

All of the cliché compliments have been said about Christina Drews, “a true leader, a can-do and get-the-job-done attitude, never says it’s not my job.” Her co-workers in the Assessment Department even call her the...

Corrections Officer Honored

The Jackson County Department of Corrections has a new Master Corrections Officer in Jason Hayes. Hayes was presented with the honor during the December 4, 2017, Legislative meeting.

The Jackson County Department of Corrections has a new Master Corrections Officer in Jason Hayes. Hayes was presented with the honor during the December 4, 2017, Legislative meeting.

Hayes is a 21-year veteran of the department he has worked as a correctio...

Corrections Director Resigns

Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. announced December 1, that Joe Piccinini has resigned as Director of the Department of Corrections.

Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. announced December 1, that Joe Piccinini has resigned as Director of the Department of Corrections.

“Today, director of corrections Joseph Piccinini offered me his own resignation, which I have regretfull...

Jackson County Executive to hold afternoon press conference

MEDIA ADVISORY: Jackson County Executive to hold afternoon press conference

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. will hold a brief press conference this afternoon regarding the Jackson County Detention Center. Media is inv...

2017 Missouri Regional Opioid Summit – Kansas City Region

November 9, 2017

Nearly 300 attendees gathered for the 2017 Missouri Regional Opioid Summit – Kansas City Region at the Kansas City Regional Police Academy on Thursday.

The event was the result of a strong collaboration with Jackson County, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, City of Kansas City, Missouri and the KC Regional Opioid Task Force.

The Opioid Summit tackled the epidemic from a collaborative, mul...

Jackson County donates $18,000

The 2nd Annual Frank White, Jr., Invitational Golf Tournament raised $18,000 making it possible for Jackson County to donate $9,000 each to the Veterans Community Project and Sleepyhead Beds.

A sunny day of golf is making it possible for some children and veterans to sleep a little more comfortably this winter.

The 2^nd Annual Frank White, Jr., Invitational Golf Tournament raised $18,000 making it possible for Jackson County to donate $9,000 eac...

County Executive Vetoes Unlawful Ordinance

KANSAS CITY, Mo. Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. has issued a veto of Ordinance 5038, his second veto in less than a week.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 9, 2017

Contact: Marshanna Hester

(816) 878-1930

mhester@jacksongov.org 

Jackson County Executive vetoes unlawful ordinance

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. has is...

Rock Island Corridor Awarded by MARC

The Rock Island Corridor has been selected as a Green Infrastructure Playbook project by MARC and is receiving free technical assistance from a consultant team that includes BNIM, Biohabitats, BikeWalkKC and Parson and Associates.

The Rock Island Corridor has been selected as a Green Infrastructure Playbook project by MARC and is receiving free technical assistance from a consultant team that includes BNIM, Biohabitats, BikeWalkKC and Parson and Associates.

According to Rock Island ...

Little Blue Trace Extension Opens

A group of bikers and hikers had perfect weather as they got their first chance to experience the new Little Blue Trace Trail Extension Thursday morning.

A group of bikers and hikers had perfect weather as they got their first chance to experience the new Little Blue Trace Trail Extension Thursday morning.

Jackson County Parks + Rec Director Michele Newman welcomed guests during a ribbon cutting ceremony fo...

2017 COMBAT Awards

Jackson County COMBAT and its numerous partner agencies gathered to celebrate COMBAT heroes that are creating HOPE by taking ACTION to make a CHANGE in our community.

County Executive Frank White, Jr. welcomed the honored guests to the 2017 COMBAT Awards ceremony, held October 17, at Pennway Place at Studio Dan Meiners.

“We’ve come together tonight to celebrate and recognize outstanding community adv...

Fleming Park Operations Center Opens

What started as a sketch on Earnest Jones’ dinner table has now become the 10,000 square foot Fleming Park Operations Center (FPOC).

What started as a sketch on Earnest Jones’ dinner table has now become the 10,000 square foot Fleming Park Operations Center (FPOC).

Jones, the Parks + Rec Department Deputy Superintendent of Operations, said he drew up the original plans in the ...

COMBAT Picnic 2017

Warm, sunny weather was a great way to kick off the fall season and the biannual Jackson County COMBAT Community picnic in Raytown’s Colman-Livengood Park on Saturday.

The Hogan Preparatory Academy’s drumline kicked off the picnic with a performance. They were followed by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department’s Honor Guard with the National Anthem sung by Hogan Preparatory Academy student...

Jackson County Parks + Rec Improvements

In addition to the new bike share station at Longview Trail, approximately one mile of the trail’s surface at the south end of the trail around O’Donnell Park has been repaved.

The improvement was made possible by a grant received from the federal government called a Federal Land Access Program (FLAP) Grant. The project was planned and managed by Jackson County Parks + Rec’s Landscape Architect Bruce Wilke.

The project involved p...

Delinquent Land Tax Foreclosure Sale

The 2017 Delinquent Land Tax Foreclosure Sale concluded August 26 and the results were very encouraging.

The 2017 Delinquent Land Tax Foreclosure Sale concluded August 26 and the results were very encouraging.

According to Acting Chief Administrative Officer V. Edwin Stoll, 487 of the 679 parcels up for sale this year were sold to active bidders. That number ...

Planning After JCDC Facility Assessment

A nearly 450-page facility condition assessment report of the Jackson County Department of Corrections Complex concludes that Jackson County should pursue a new corrections facility to serve the community.

End of Year COMBAT Cleanup and Rx Drug Take Back

Jackson County COMBAT and County Executive Frank White, Jr. welcomed neighbors, volunteers and The Kansas City Police Department out to Oak Park neighborhood for the final cleanup and prescription drug take back of the year.

“Your support today shows that by working and standing together, we can be the change to help end the violence. Our children, families and seniors deserve it,” said Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr.

Sergeant Cory LeMoine with the Kansas City Police...

Detention Center Volunteer Training

A group of nearly 100 volunteers help to fulfill the spiritual needs of the inmates at the Jackson County Detention Center each year. Almost half of them gathered Saturday at the center for their annual Refresher Training session.

A group of nearly 100 volunteers help to fulfill the spiritual needs of the inmates at the Jackson County Detention Center each year. Almost half of them gathered Saturday at the center for their annual Refresher Training session.

Chaplain Gene Purtle expl...

Bike Share Station at Longview Lake

Jackson County, in partnership with BikeWalkKC, hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the installation of the first bike share station in Eastern Jackson County.

The new bike share station at Longview Lake is solar powered with 10 docks, holding up to 10 bikes. A trike (tricycle) is also available at this location offering an alternative to the traditional bicycle. The trike is one of only 10 being produced by Bik...

Innovative bike share station unveiled at Longview Lake

Jackson County, in partnership with BikeWalkKC, will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the installation of the first bike share station in Eastern Jackson County. Media are encouraged to attend the expansion of this community collaboration.

Innovative bike share station unveiled at Longview Lake

Jackson County Parks + Rec to celebrate with Thursday ribbon cutting

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County, in partnership with BikeWalkKC, will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the installatio...

Welcome Freshmen

Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr., stressed the importance of learning the basics while talking to a group of 125 incoming freshmen students at Cristo Rey Kansas City.

Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr., stressed the importance of learning the basics while talking to a group of 125 incoming freshmen students at Cristo Rey Kansas City.

 “You’ve started by learning the basic skills of bu...

Flash Flooding Causes Closures in Jackson County

Strong storms and heavy rain Saturday night have forced the closure of roads and recreation areas in Jackson County. Residents are encouraged to avoid these areas for their safety.

Flooding Causes Road and Parks + Rec Closures in Jackson County

Heavy rain Wednesday evening that lasted into the overnight hours has caused flooding in areas of Jackson County. The dangers associated with flood waters have prompted the closure of roads, beaches and sections along trails to keep citizens safe.

Flooding Causes Road and Parks + Rec Closures in Jackson County

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Heavy rain Wednesday evening that lasted into the overnight hours has caused flooding in areas of Jackson County. The dangers associated with flood waters have pro...

Royal Artwork

Memories of playing youth sports and later mentoring youth were inspirations for JT Daniels’ latest work, the Raised Royal Mural gracing the bridge west of the Truman Sports Complex off of Stadium Drive.

Memories of playing youth sports and later mentoring youth were inspirations for JT Daniels’ latest work, the Raised Royal Mural gracing the bridge west of the Truman Sports Complex off of Stadium Drive.

Daniels who is a former youth development ...

Longview Lake Will Not Host July 4 Celebration

Due to our continuing efforts to ensure that Jackson County Parks + Rec’s facilities and events remain some of the best and most affordable in the Country, we are sorry to say that we will not be hosting our 4th of July event in 2017.

Due to our continuing efforts to ensure that Jackson County Parks + Rec’s facilities and events remain some of the best and most affordable in the Country, and the number of other Fourth of July opportunities in the area, we are sorry to say tha...

New Public Information Officer Named

Jackson County now has a new spokesperson. Marshanna Hester brings her impressive communications background to the County as Public Information Officer starting June 12.

Jackson County now has a new spokesperson. Marshanna Hester brings her impressive communications background to the County as Public Information Officer starting June 12.

Marshanna is returning home after working for more than 11 years as a television ancho...

Beaches, Boating and Biking, Oh My!

If you love beaches, boating and biking, it’s a great time to get out and enjoy your Jackson County Parks.

If you love beaches, boating and biking, it’s a great time to get out and enjoy your Jackson County Parks.

“The Associates of Jackson County Parks + Rec are poised and ready to ‘make your day’ as we kick-off our summ...

Rail Corridor Awarded For Historic Preservation

The Rock Island Rail Corridor Authority of Jackson County was presented with the Graves/Hale Preservation Award for their work preserving and re-using the historic Rock Island Railroad Corridor.

The Rock Island Rail Corridor Authority of Jackson County was presented with the Graves/Hale Preservation Award for their work preserving and re-using the historic Rock Island Railroad Corridor.

The award was established by the Lee’s Summit Histo...

UMKC Health Sciences District Formed

Many of Kansas City’s leading health-care institutions are joining together to form the UMKC Health Sciences District. The newly created district combines unique expertise and services to spur research and community outreach.

Many of Kansas City’s leading health-care institutions are joining together to form the UMKC Health Sciences District. The newly created district combines the unique expertise and services of 10 partners to spur research and community outreach i...

Sheriff's Deputies Honored

Five members of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department were recently recognized for their exemplary service.

Five members of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department were recently recognized for their exemplary service.

Medal of Valor

Sergeant A.J. Zarrillo and Deputy Brad Norton were honored with the Medal of Valor, the highest award of recognition in La...

Royals Opening Day 2017

Check out MLB's new promo featuring the legendary Buck O'Neil. This Monday, April 10, the Royals return to Kauffman Stadium. Jackson County associates and the community are #RaisedRoyal

2017 Reassessment Notice

(KANSAS CITY, MO) – Jackson County real property owners will begin receiving their 2017 real property Reassessment Notices beginning this week. The notices will be mailed to property owners over a period of approximately one week.

Following a plan submitted to the Missouri State Tax Commission, the Jackson County Assessment Department has undertaken a thorough and analytical review of real property values in the County.

“We engaged in a detailed process, with the help of a...

Jackson County Executive Appoints Children’s Services Fund Board of Directors

Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. issued an Executive Order appointing the first board of directors of the Jackson County’s Community Children’s Services Fund.

Drug Task Force Wins 2016 Outstanding Cooperative Effort Award

On March 2, the Jackson County Drug Task Force was recognized as the recipient of the 2016 Outstanding Cooperative Effort Award. This award recognizes multi-agency cooperation and coordination among Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.

Teesha Miller Named Director of PDMP

Teesha Miller will be taking on the position of director of the county’s new Prescription Drug Monitoring Program.

County Featuring Smithsonian Poster Exhibition

During Black History Month, Jackson County is showcasing posters from the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture inside the first-floor lobby of courthouse in downtown Kansas City.

The exhibit, "A Place for All People: Introducing the National Museum of African American History and Culture," commemorates last September's opening of the new museum.

Organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Servic...

County Executive Congratulates Deron Cherry On Sports Authority Appointment

Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr., offers his congratulations to Deron Cherry on his latest appointment to the Jackson County Sports Authority.

Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr., offered his congratulations to Deron Cherry on his latest appointment to the Jackson County Sports Authority.

“Over the years, the Jackson County Sports Authority has benefitted from Deron’s ex...

Constructing Futures Changes Lives Of Two Local Families

There were lots of smiles and more than a few tears shed when Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr., surprised two deserving Kansas City families who have endured life challenges with new homes at the Ivanhoe Community Center in Kansas City.

There were lots of smiles and more than a few tears shed when Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr., surprised two deserving Kansas City families who have endured life challenges with new homes at the Ivanhoe Community Center in Kansas City this morni...

2017 State of the County

Jackon County Executive Frank White, Jr. delivered the 2017 State of the County Address, emphasizing, "I believe in the people of Jackson County. We are living and working each day to make our community an even better place to live."

County Joins Other Local Governments To Create Rx Drug Monitoring Program

Prescription drug addiction and fatal overdoses have become a public health crisis. Jackson County has now joined with St. Louis County and other local governments from Missouri to create a program to monitor prescription drugs in their jurisdictions.

Deaths from prescription drug overdoses have become a public health crisis in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To curb this epidemic, 49 states — all but Missouri — have established Pr...

Crystal Williams Proud Of County Achievements During Her Tenure As First Legislative Chairwoman

Crystal Williams is proud of what Jackson County achieved during her tenure as the first-ever County Legislative Chairwoman, including the approval of a Prescription Drug Monitoring Program and new Children's Services Fund.

Crystal Williams proudly made history as Jackson County’s first female Legislative Chair during 2016. Williams, who represents the 2nd District At-Large, begins 2017 with a feeling of accomplishment.

“The first thing we had to do in Jan...

Giving Tree Donations

Crystal Williams is proud of what Jackson County achieved during her tenure as the first-ever County Legislative Chairwoman, including the approval of a Prescription Drug Monitoring Program and new Children's Services Fund.

Jackson County associates let their giving spirits shine over the holidays and donated more than 300 items to help working adults with disabilities.

While presenting the items to JobOne on Jan. 13, County Executive Frank White, Jr. said, “Before ...> MORE

Scott Burnett To Serve As 2017 Legislative Chair

Announcing, "2017, here we go," Scott Burnett assumes the duties of Jackson County Legislative Chairman for the third time. He is in his fifth term as the 1st District County Legislator.

"2017, here we go."

With those words, Scott Burnett assumed the duties of Jackson County Legislative Chairman after his colleagues unanimously appointed him to the post during the Legislature's first meeting of the new year Tuesday. Burnett previ...