Hillary Shields

Grants of up to $5,000 are available for Lee's Summit small businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19. You can apply starting next Monday, September 28th. Check out https://velocityls.org/2020-grant/ for more info!

Thank you to the voters of Prairie Township for re-electing me to the Jackson County Democratic Committee! I am honored by your support and I look forward to serving you for another two years!

Jackson County will be giving out free face masks next week!

Oktoberfest 2020 has been canceled.

Information about tomorrow’s Council Meeting!

Have a safe and happy 4th, everyone!

Mitch and I wish a speedy recovery to Mayor Baird! The Mayor’s diagnosis has been a reminder to us that COVID is present in our community and how important it is that we all practice social distancing, wash our hands and take all possible precautions to keep ourselves and our families safe. As the Mayor said in his message, by following these guidelines he avoided exposing more vulnerable family members *before* he found out he was sick. It is up to all of us to do our part to slow the spread and protect the most vulnerable in our community.

Additional information about the Mask Order and Phase 2.5 of Reopening. A few highlights: *Wear a mask any time you are within 6 feet of others. *Outdoor gatherings of up to 100 people are permitted.... *Playgrounds are reopening! *High risk individuals should stay home as much as possible. Read Phase 2.5: https://t.co/eCc4dpk9zK?amp=1

Masks save lives. Beginning this Wednesday, July 1, they will be required in public settings in Eastern Jackson County.

Yesterday I received a call from a man who met my mom two years ago when he voted for me for State Senate. He wanted to let me know how proud she was of me. That is the kind of impression my mom makes - two years after meeting her someone would call up a total stranger to let them know how proud their mom was. So you can imagine how meaningful it was to have her by my side last night when I was sworn in to begin my term on the City Council. I promise to work hard every day to live up to the faith she and the people of Lee's Summit have placed in me.

Good tips for staying safe while having fun this summer!

Tomorrow night I will begin my term as a Lee's Summit City Councilmember. There are so many people who helped make this possible, and I wish that you could all join us for the ceremony. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic and social distancing requirements, we are only able to have a small group attend in person. If you want to watch from the comfort of your own home, the City will be live streaming the swearing in beginning at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 23rd. You can watch ...online at: https://cityofls.net/news-media/watch-lstv. Thank you again to everyone who voted, made calls, knocked doors or donated to our campaign. I can't wait to get to work serving our community!

Happy Juneteenth! Today we celebrate the emancipation of enslaved people in 1865. While our country has not always lived up to its promise that all people are created equal, we know that progress is possible. It is up to all of us to continue working together to form a more perfect union. https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article243577697.html

The COVID19 Pandemic remains a serious issue for our community - especially our seniors and people with comprised immune systems. Please practice social distancing and wear a mask when you are around others to protect them and yourself. https://lstribune.net//john-knox-village-staff-members-t/