Mayor Sly James to celebrate early success of 2011 Mayor's Christmas Tree Fund
Mayors Christmas Tree Fund has taken in more than double last year's total
Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Kansas City Mayor Sly James will hold a press availability tomorrow, November 23, in front of the Mayor's Christmas Tree at Crown Center. The tree serves each year as a both a civic symbol of the holidays and a philanthropic rallying point for Kansas City.
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Mayor James announces appointments to 13 boards and commissions
Over 80 exceptional citizens are tapped to serve
Thusday, Nov. 10, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Today, Mayor Sly James announced his appointments to 13 different boards and commissions that have a wide variety of responsibilities. The list of 83 appointees includes members of the Kansas City Health Commission, Planned Industrial Expansion Authority, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Human Rights Commission, Brownfields Commission, Liquor Control Review Board, Environmental Management Commission, City Market Oversight Committee, Jackson County Board of Equalization, Truman Medical Center Board of Directors, Main Street Special Review District, Human Resources Appeals Board and Historic Preservation Commission
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News from the Office of the Mayor
Monday, Nov. 7, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- “While yesterday’s announcement was not a big surprise, it is still disappointing. The University of Missouri founded what would become the Big 12 at the Midland Hotel here in Kansas City in 1907. For over a century, we have shared a unique relationship with the Tigers.
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U.N.’s No. 2 official in Kansas City to address the 41st Mayor’s U.N. Day Dinner this evening
Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- U.N. Deputy Secretary-General Dr. Asha-Rose Migiro will be the keynote speaker for Kansas City’s 41st annual Mayor’s U.N. Day Dinner. As the U.N.’s second-highest-ranking official after Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Migiro will be the highest-ranking U.N. diplomat ever to participate in the Kansas City event.
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Mayor James announces staff changes at Economic Development Corporation
EDC interim head is replaced by Assistant City Manager Bob Langenkamp
Monday, Oct. 31, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor James announced today that the Chairman of the Economic Development Corporation’s (EDC) Board of Directors has accepted the resignation of Interim President/CEO John Crawford. Assistant City Manager Bob Langenkamp has been appointed to serve until a permanent replacement is found.
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Kansas City and Mayor James selected for Urban Land Institute Rose fellowship
Mayor leads delegation to first meeting of Daniel Rose Center for Public Leadership in Land Use fellows
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- The City of Kansas City and Mayor Sly James have been selected to join the 2011-2012 class of fellows for the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Daniel Rose Center for Public Leadership in Land Use.
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Mayor James statement on the future of Kemper Arena
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- “I appreciate the Kemper family, American Royal and AEG for working together to propose a productive and successful solution to replace Kemper Arena. . ."
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Mayor James announces appointments to four boards and commissions
Announcement of over two dozen Kansas City residents to serve in important roles across a broad spectrum Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Today, Mayor Sly James announced his appointments to four important boards and commissions that will help move Kansas City forward and protect its most cherished assets. Adding knowledge and talent to the key economic development advisory groups, the Mayor appointed members to the Industrial Development Authority and City Planning Commission. Also announced were appointments to the City’s Employee Retirement Board and The Board of Trustees for City Trust.
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Program will be part of Kansas City’s All-American City application for 2012
Friday, Oct. 14, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Kansas City Mayor James and 30 community partners submitted a letter of intent today to pursue the National Civic League’s All American City Award. “Our City is fortunate to have individuals, community organizations, and school districts who are motivated, experienced, and that we can count as assets,” said Mayor Sly James in the letter.
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Mayor James sent open letter to University of Missouri Chancellor Deaton and has spoken with the President of the Board of Curators about strong connection between The Big 12 Conference and Kansas City
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Last Friday, Mayor Sly James sent an open letter to University of Missouri Chancellor Deaton. Copies of the letter also went to the entire University of Missouri System Board of Curators. The Mayor wanted to make sure the letter had time to arrive and be read before releasing it to the public.
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Mayor James announces co-chairs of the economic development strategic planning process
Romious and McDonnell will chair new group to develop long-term plan
Monday, Oct. 10, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor Sly James announced Madeline Romious, Vice President at AT&T, and DST Systems CEO, Tom McDonnell will serve as co-chairs of the economic development strategic planning process. The new co-chairs will guide the new initiative to reposition Kansas City’s economic development activities.
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Mayor James to announce co-chairs
of the economic development strategic
planning process Monday morning
New group will work with consultant team from Market Street to develop long-term plan
Friday, Oct. 7, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor Sly James will announce who he has selected to guide a new initiative to reposition Kansas City’s economic development activities.
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Mayors announce members of Bistate Innovation Team for Google project
Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor Sylvester James and Unified Government Mayor/CEO Joe Reardon have appointed a Bistate Innovations Team of 12 individuals led by Mike Burke and Dr. Ray Daniels. The goal of the team is to be imaginative, innovative and inspired in recommending ways the Google Ultra High-Speed Fiber (“Google Fiber”) can benefit the KC metro area and its citizens. The group will explore ways the community can use Google Fiber to improve public services; create community; assist and advance education; spark economic development; create jobs; or otherwise improve the standard of life in the KC metro area.
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Mayor Sly James announces appointments to the Violent Crime Commission Reconstituted commission to examine and recommend innovative solutions to reduce violent crime in Kansas City, Thursday, Sept. 9, 2011
On the heels of a summer that saw an increase in violence in Kansas City’s neighborhoods, Mayor Sly James announced today that he will reconstitute the Violent Crime Commission. Councilman Reed, who was instrumental in calling for the reestablishment of the Commission, will continue to be involved in as the group begins its work. The Commission will be tasked to specifically recommend innovative and effective programs and solutions that will reduce crime across the city.
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Mayor Sly James and Community Partners Announce Project Rise
Project will provide paid internships and job readiness training to help unemployed young adults reach their potential. Monday, Sept. 6, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor James, along with community partners including the United Way of Greater Kansas City, Catholic Charities of Kansas City- St. Joseph, and the Full Employment Council, today announced Project Rise, a collaborative effort with the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City, Center for Economic Opportunity, and the federal Corporation for National and Community Service. Project Rise is a three-year pilot program designed to re-engage young adults (ages 18 to 24), who are not working or going to school, by placing them in paid internships and encouraging them to continue their education.
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Mayor James, City Manager and Parks Department announce alternative activities for young people this weekend
Details of Curfew Detention Centers announced after unanimous Council action yesterday on new curfew, Friday, Aug. 19, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor James, City Manager Troy Schulte and the Kansas City Police Department announce details of Kansas City’s new curfew implementation plan. Yesterday, the City Council passed a new curfew ordinance aimed at keeping the city’s young people safe. Tonight a 9:00 p.m. curfew for all unaccompanied minors under 18 will be in effect in the Plaza, Westport, Downtown, 18th and Vine and Zone Rosa areas.
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Mayor and Kansas City Council unanimously enact sweeping curfew changes
Council takes action to keep young people safe and hold parents accountable, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Kansas City Mayor Sly James and the entire Kansas City Council joined together today to change the city’s curfew for minors. “My message to kids throughout this city is I care about every single one of you. Today this Council stepped up and clearly announced the days of inaction are over — enough is enough. Together we took action to put the responsibility for young children being out far too late squarely on their parents. . ."
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Mayor James announces his appointments to the Tax Increment Financing Commission
Mayor recalls a successful chair to lead a board of extraordinary depth and breadth of knowledge, Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Today, Mayor James announced his appointments to one of Kansas City’s most influential economic development boards. “My focus on making Kansas City the entrepreneurial capital of the world is reflected in the new TIF Commission. . ."
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Mayor James announces his appointments to the Citizens’ Commission on Municipal Revenue
Mayor brings back commission formed in the 1950’s to examine the method and means of funding the City, Wednesday, July 27, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- In 1955, the City Council of Kansas City formed the original Citizens’ Commission on Municipal Revenue. Chaired by future Mayor Ilus Davis, its mission was “To provide the City Council with recommendations for a city finance program which would correct present financial problems and ensure continuing city growth. . ."
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Mayor James to reconstitute and announce his appointments to the Citizens’ Commission on Municipal Revenue tomorrow morning
Mayor brings back commission formed in the 1950’s to examine the method and means of funding the City, Monday, July 25, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- In 1955, the City Council of Kansas City formed the original Citizens’ Commission on Municipal Revenue. Chaired by future Mayor Ilus Davis, its mission was “To provide the City Council with recommendations for a city finance program which would correct present financial problems and ensure continuing city growth.”
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Mayor James, City Manager and EDC Executive Board announce John Crawford as interim head of the EDC
Crawford brings depth and breadth of experience to top economic development post, Thursday, July 21, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- This morning, at its regularly scheduled meeting, the Executive Board of the Kansas City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) appointed John Crawford as the interim leader of the EDC.
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Mayor Sly James, city officials encourage residents to stay safe and check on others during excessive heat warning, Wednesday, July 20, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor Sly James, along with City Manager Troy Schulte, and public safety officials gathered today to encourage area residents to heed the Excessive Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. The most recent Excessive Heat Warning is scheduled through Saturday, July 23 at 7 p.m. Mayor James urged residents to stay out of the heat and remember others without access to air conditioning as we continue to see extremely high temperatures.
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Mayor Sly James, city officials to discuss staying safe during excessive heat warning, Tuesday, July 19, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Kansas City Mayor Sly James, along with City Manager Troy Schulte, and public safety officials, will hold a press conference at the Emergency Operations Center tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. The Mayor will discuss the need to check on neighbors, friends and relatives during the extreme temperatures. In addition, he will discuss the role of community cooling centers in providing a haven for those without access to air conditioning.
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Mayor James announces his appointments to the Kansas City Port Authority Board of Commissioners
New members bring a range of backgrounds and perspectives to important board, Tuesday, July 12, 2011
(Kansas City, Missouri) --- Mayor James is proud to announce his selections to serve on the Board of the Kansas City Port Authority. The Port Authority is a political subdivision of the State of Missouri established in 1977 by the City of Kansas City. While state statute requires a minimum of seven members on the board, Mayor James has chosen to expand the board to include nine members.
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Mayor James announces his appointments to the Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority
Mayor appoints members of a key commission on which he previously served, Thursday, July 7, 2011
(Kansas City, Missouri) — Today, Mayor Sly James announced his appointments to Kansas City’s Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) Board of Commissioners. “We have had hundreds of applications submitted by Kansas Citians willing to give back to our City by serving on a Board or Commission. I am excited to announce these appointments to the LCRA, a board on which I have proudly served. This commission is tasked with encouraging investment and assisting in the removal of blight and blighting conditions within urban renewal areas. Like our Parks Board appointees, this is a diverse group, each one representing different parts and characteristics of Kansas City,” said Mayor James.
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Mayor James announces his appointments to the Parks and Recreation Board of Commissioners
Mayor thanks previous board members for their service; nominates Ajamu Webster to EDC Board, Monday, June 27, 2011
(Kansas City, Missouri) — Today, Mayor Sly James announced his appointments to Kansas City’s Parks and Recreation Board of Commissioners. “I am excited to appoint these fine Kansas Citians to serve on one of our City’s most important boards. These are volunteer positions and I appreciate each of them for making time to give back to the City they love. This is a diverse group, each one representing different parts and characteristics of Kansas City. I am confident each of them will make me proud and serve our City with distinction. My sincere thanks to each of the outgoing board members for their tireless efforts. I am excited to see the ideas, initiatives and energy these new appointees will bring to their positions,” said Mayor James.
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Mayor Sly James meets with President Barack Obama at White House
Bi-partisan, group of fourteen Mayors speak with President and VP about economic issues, Monday, June 20, 2011
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) --- Mayor Sly James, and thirteen other Mayors from around the country were called to the White House this afternoon to meet with President Obama, Vice President Biden, Chief of Staff Daley and Special Assistant Valerie Jarrett.
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Rob Dyrdek Foundation, Street League Skateboarding and Mayor James to announce donation for skate plaza
Joint press conference with Dyrdek and Mayor James, Wednesday, June 8, 2011
(Kansas City, Missouri) --- In association with Street League Skateboarding™, the Rob Dyrdek Foundation is donating funding and world-class skate features from the Street League DC Pro Tour Fueled by Monster Energy held this weekend at the Sprint Center to the KCMO Parks & Recreation, for the completion of the skate plaza at Penn Valley Park. Rob Dyrdek, Mayor Sly James, and Parks and Recreation Director Mark McHenry will hold a press conference at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 8 in the City Hall rotunda, located at 414 East 12th Street, on the ground floor.
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Mayor James appoints Deb Hermann to Chair Public Improvements Advisory Committee Former Councilwoman brings passion and depth of knowledge to new role on citizen’s panel, Wednesday, June 8, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Today Kansas City Mayor Sly James announced that he has appointed civic leader and former Councilwoman and Finance Committee Chair, Deb Hermann, to serve as Chairwoman of the Public Improvements Advisory Committee (PIAC).
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Mayor James appoints Blue Ribbon Commission on Ethics Reform Panel receives Transition Team “Blueprint for Ethics”, will make recommendations in 90-days Wednesday, June 2, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- To begin his second full month in office, Mayor James announced the appointment of a seven member Blue Ribbon Commission on Ethics Reform, chaired by Andrea Bough, Attorney at Law.
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Mayor James urges Kansas Citians to get involved on the City’s boards and commissions Easy online application for all positions available now, Wednesday, June 1, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Kansas City Mayor Sly James invites all residents to get involved in serving the City we call home. As part of his initiative to increase the number of Kansas Citians who participate in their government, Mayor James announced he has made an easy
online application available for the City’s boards and commissions.
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Mayor Sly James Announces Troy Schulte as City Manager, Thursday, May 19, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Today, Mayor Sly James recommended to the City Council of Kansas City that Troy Schulte be appointed the 16th City Manager of Kansas City, Missouri. The Council unanimously agreed, affirming Schulte’s qualifications and taking a collective step forward.
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Mayor Sly James leads discussions potential plaza office building, Thursday, May 19, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Mayor Sly James, along with Mayor Pro Tem Cindy Circo, Councilman Jim Glover, and Councilwoman Jan Marcason, met with representatives from Highwoods Properties and members of the “Save Our Plaza” organization this morning to continue talks toward a resolution on the proposed Plaza office building.
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Mayor Sly James to make major economic development announcement tomorrow at Union Station, Monday, May 16, 2011
(KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI) --- Kansas City Mayor Sly James will hold his first major press conference at Union Station, tomorrow, Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. The Mayor will deliver remarks and announce a significant economic development initiative for the City of Kansas City.
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