City Government
Welcome to the Excelsior Citizen’s City Government Page, your source for the latest news, updates, and insights into the governance of Excelsior Springs. We believe in the power of an informed community, where residents are actively engaged in the decision-making processes that impact our daily lives. Here, we bring you a comprehensive collection of articles, features, and news pieces that shed light on our city government and its agencies. Discover the people behind the scenes who work tirelessly to make our community a better place. From city council meetings to the efforts of local agencies, we delve into the decisions, policies, and projects that shape Excelsior’s future. Stay up to date with the latest developments, explore the challenges and triumphs, and gain insight into the workings of our city government.
Excelsior Springs Seeks Public Input on Comprehensive Plan
UPDATE: With the upcoming weather and cold temperatures, the planning team and city staff have decided to postpone the two-day planning charrette and public open ...
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series Showcases Rural Missouri Collaboration
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO – A new webinar series launching in 2025 aims to highlight the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. The CEC Monthly ...
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Council Recap: Residents Condem Councilman’s Role in School Board Member’s Resignation
While the City Council unanimously approved funding for a new park parking lot on Monday, the real focus of the night was a tense public ...
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Excelsior Springs Hosts Regional Meeting, Highlights Kansas City’s Role in 2026 FIFA World Cup
With more than 650,000 visitors expected to descend on Kansas City for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, local businesses across the region—including in Excelsior Springs—are ...
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Excelsior Springs Leaders Advocate for Community at Clay County Legislative Event
Excelsior Springs made its presence known at Friday’s legislative gathering in Gladstone, where city leaders joined nearly 160 attendees in direct conversations with Missouri lawmakers. ...
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ESPD Welcomes Two New Officers, Celebrates Return of a Familiar Face
Excelsior Springs residents may notice a familiar face back on patrol, as Officer John Miles returns to the police department alongside two new recruits, Joey ...
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City Council Approves Conservation Easement, Reviews Financials, and Hears Resident Concerns
The Excelsior Springs City Council covered a range of issues during its brief January 21 meeting, including a resident's plea to address a "dangerous building" ...
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Excelsior Springs Addresses Ongoing Trash Collection Challenges
Excelsior Springs has faced persistent challenges with trash collection services provided by Republic Services since changes were introduced in August 2023.
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Citizen Leadership Academy Accepting Applications for February Launch
The Citizen Leadership Academy is back and gearing up for another exciting session, starting in February 2025.
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Winter Storm Prompts Zoom Meeting for Excelsior Springs City Council
A winter storm may have covered Excelsior Springs in snow, but it didn’t stop the City Council from tackling its agenda during a Jan. 6 ...
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City of Excelsior Springs’ Year in Review
Excelsior Springs City Manager Molly McGovern has released her 2024 Annual Review, highlighting strides made in alignment with the City Council’s priorities. The city advanced ...
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Candidate Filing Closes for April Municipal Election in Excelsior Springs
The April 2025 municipal election will feature a contested School Board race with three candidates vying for two seats, while City Council incumbent Mayor Mark ...
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Community Invited to Help Build Boundless BackYard Park Through Engraved Brick Fundraiser
With plans to create an all-abilities playground and more, the Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation Foundation (ESPR) is inviting the community to support its Boundless ...
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Excelsior Springs Returning to Five-Day Trash Pickup Schedule Beginning January 6
Trash troubles in Excelsior Springs are getting a cleanup. Starting January 6, 2025, the city will revert to a five-day pickup schedule, addressing issues from ...
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Backyard Chickens, Trash Service, and Firefighters’ Contract Fill Packed Council Agenda
The Excelsior Springs City Council tackled a diverse agenda on Dec. 16, approving revisions to zoning codes for urban farming, extending its waste services contract, ...
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Community Weighs In on Safe Streets and Sidewalks Project
What does a $32 million investment mean for the streets and sidewalks of Excelsior Springs? Residents found out Thursday during a public open house that ...
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Five Excelsior Springs Projects Recognized at Clay County EDC Keystone Awards
At the 2024 Keystone Awards, Clay County’s top businesses and organizations were honored for their contributions to local growth and development. Excelsior Springs stood out, ...
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Public Input Absent as Council Approves Sewer Rate Increases
The Excelsior Springs City Council tackled a varied agenda during its Dec. 2 meeting, approving liquor license transfers for two east-side businesses, increasing sewer rates ...
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