Tag: State of the City

State of the City: Combating crime among most urgent issues amid uncertain times, mayor says

By Tommy Felts / February 7, 2025

Kansas City’s future hinges on smart investments in public safety, small businesses, and infrastructure, Mayor Quinton Lucas said Thursday in his annual State of the City address.  Speaking directly to city leaders and residents, Lucas painted a picture of a community on the rise — but facing pressing challenges that require bold action. “As cities…

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Vote now: KCMO competing for spot in accelerator focusing on gender, racial inclusion

By Tommy Felts / June 19, 2018

KCMO already is a five-star city, Mayor Sly James says, but a new accelerator program could make it even better. “Kansas City’s startup community is growing and innovating, but women and people of color are being left behind,” James says in a pitch video for Living Cities City Accelerator program. A coalition of local organizations,…

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State of the City: Mayor challenges startup community to be more inclusive in hiring

By Tommy Felts / March 28, 2018

As a growing piece of Kansas City’s business fabric, the startup community should better reflect the diverse creative and tech talent working within the city, Mayor Sly James said Tuesday following his State of the City address. “There are a lot of entrepreneurs who, for example, make bow ties, who make clothing, who do things…

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