City of Blue Springs, Missouri

At this time all 1st, 2nd and 3rd priority routes1-8 have been treated. Crews went back out at 3:30pm to retreat 1st priorities to eliminate potential refreeze. Due to precipitation falling crews will be running a salt pass in priority 1st,2nd and 3rds in routes 1-8.

City Offices Closed Monday, January 18 in Observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day https://www.bluespringsgov.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=888

Good Morning Blue Springs. This is our current situation. Snow Crews started at about 7:30am this morning, and currently running a salt pass through the priorities. All drivers have completed their 1st priorities and are in the 2nds.

Looking for a place to recycle your Christmas Tree? We've got you covered. Recycle your tree from December 26 - February 1 at Pink Hill Park. Please be sure to remove all tinsel and ornaments prior to recycling.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Blue Springs City Hall.

So, since there is a lot to unpack here with what we are expecting the next 24 hours we've provided 4 images. The first showing who is in the blizzard warning a...nd who is in the winter weather advisory. Areas outside of the blizzard warning could see temporary periods where visibilities could drop below 1/4 mile with snow however, where the blizzard warning is, is the area we are expecting sustained periods of stronger winds and reduced visibilities. The second graphic is peak wind gusts. These wind gusts have subsided a bit this evening but will increase late tonight with gusts 35-50 MPH out of the NW expected much of Friday. The third graphic is onset time. The main issue is that the morning and evening commutes will both be impacted...use extreme caution if you must travel. The fourth graphic is the snow totals. This will be a light fluffy snow and will most likely be difficult to measure as will be blowing around. Stay safe out there tonight/tomorrow everyone! Let us know if you have any questions. See more

The December 21st, 2020 City Council Agenda is now available here: https://www.bluespringsgov.com//View/Agenda/_12212020-1578 The meeting can be viewed live on Blue Springs Comcast Channel 7 and AT&T Channel 99 and www.bluespringsgov.com/CityMeetingsLive. NOTE: As always, comments on this post are welcome, however they will not be considered a part of public testimony or entered into the record for a public hearing.

Jackson County - Missouri has issued a new health order today that amends dining restrictions for bars and restaurants. Under the new health order, Jackson County bars and restaurants will be allowed to serve food and alcohol until midnight with a hard exit for all patrons at 12:30 a.m. All other provisions related to indoor dining remain in effect. The new order takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2021 and does not apply to businesses in the cities of Kansas C...ity, Missouri or Independence. The new health order relaxes guidance from a previous order issued in November 2020 that required bars and restaurants to close at 10:00 p.m. due to a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Jackson County. Let me be clear our situation has not improved over the past two months. COVID-19 cases are up, our 14-day percent positive remains high as well as hospital capacity, said Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. However, to remain consistent with neighboring jurisdictions, lessen confusion among residents and create fairness for Eastern Jackson County businesses, we have decided to move forward in this manner. It is still dangerous to gather in large groups, so I urge residents to remain vigilant in their efforts to prevent the spread of the virus. With cases of COVID-19 on the rise, we need community members to practice personal responsibility, said Jackson County Health Department Director Bridgette Shaffer. Due to the risks of dining in, please consider other options such as curbside pickup or delivery. Avoid situations where it may be challenging to maintain prevention measures such as mask-wearing and social distancing. Residents and businesses with questions about the new health order should contact the Jackson County Health Department by phone at (816) 404-9883 or via email at [email protected]. Additional resources can be found on the health department’s website at www.jacohd.org/coronavirus.

Because of inclement weather last week Central Jackson County Emergency Management Agency (CJCEMA) will be conducting the monthly siren test today at 11 am this morning.

We know you’ve got questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, and that’s a good thing. It’s important to be well-informed before making a decision about your health. Here are seven things to know about the COVID-19 vaccine. https://buff.ly/3nyl943

The Blue Springs Winter Magazine-Winter Edition is now available online. https://issuu.com//city_communications-winter_2020-21__8dd

The City of Blue Springs Holiday Facility Schedule https://www.bluespringsgov.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=886