Will Missouri Save Suburbs From Kansas City Landfill???

Here's one of the most important lines in this struggle to keep the stench of KCMO away from the outlying areas . . . 

"Residents also are encouraged to call their state legislators regarding Senate Bill 590 and House Bill 909. The bills, if passed, would give surrounding cities more say in the landfill decision."

Hilariously . . . Right now KCMO is denying their participation in the landfill that's moving forward quickly. 

We'll have more on this topic later but for now here's a glimpse at the progress or lack thereof . . .

The planned landfill will sit on privately-owned land within a 960-acre location, with Peterson Road on the west, Horridge Road on the east, Missouri 150 Highway to the north and 155th Street to the south.

There are a lot of entities at stake, including a state park, Longview Lake, several elementary schools and bordering cities.

“It’s likely going to have some kind of degradation on home values, property values in our area,” said Raymore’s Mayor Kris Turnbow.

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Proposed landfill in south Kansas City a concern for businesses, residents, schools and cities

KANSAS CITY, Mo - The possibility of a new solid waste landfill in South Kansas City is raising concerns from cities, schools, residents and business owners in the area. The planned landfill will sit on privately-owned land within a 960-acre location, with Peterson Road on the west, Horridge Road on the east, Missouri 150 Highway to the north and 155th Street to the south.