ONE WEEK TO GO BEFORE THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION!We normally do not do this, however, since this is one week before the BIG 2024 ELECTION, so we thought . . . why not!
After some conversations with some of our regular contributors we have decided to allow comments about the upcoming Presidential Election.
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- You may sign your comment, or, if you prefer, leave it anonymous.
- All comments will be fact checked. Any erroneous "facts" will be deleted from comments by the editor.
- You may comment as many times as you wish.
- If you wish to engage in some "give and take" with other writers, we will allow it.
- Finally, all other rules of the Raytown Report Blog section will be followed, (no foul language, no personal attacks, etc.
BOARD OF ALDERMENIncrease Fees to PublicThe
Raytown Board of Aldermen has approved an increase in a number of fees charged
Raytown citizens for different services. This
year the following fees have been adjusted.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT: All transactions
using credit cards increase from 2.5% to 2.8% for processing any transaction(s)
using a credit card. Citizens can avoid the charge by paying their transactions
in cash or by check. POLICE DEPARTMENT / Finger Print Fee. The police
department does not offer fingerprinting for the general public. The fee has
been eliminated since the service is not offered. Anyone needing to have a
finger print created can do so by contacting the Jackson County Sheriff’s
Department. BUSINESS LICENSE – FIREWORKS: This new Fee would
charge $100 to any business selling fireworks in the City of Raytown. Ward 1
Alderman Greg Walters questioned why the city is charging a fee when the Fire
District handles ALL of the licensing business in Raytown. The Fire District
does the safety inspections and also charges a $1,000 fee for each location
fireworks where fireworks are sold. Since
the sale of fireworks is limited to non-profit organizations, such as “non-profit”
churches, it is questionable if the city can force them to purchase a “business”
license. Walters
said, “I ran a fireworks stand for my Church for three years. The only role the
City had in the process was to make sure there was plenty of room between the
firework merchandise for pedestrian traffic. The so-called inspection took
about ten minutes to complete. One hundred dollars is an excessive amount for ten
minutes worth of effort.”
SITE/DEVELOPMENT PLAN: This fee is charged
for Staff Review of a Site/Development Plan – Staff Review (residential or
commercial. The previous fee was $300.00. The new fee is now set at $350.00. PET
LICENSE: The cost of a pet license in Raytown has been increased:
ONE
YEAR ALTERED $10.00*ONE
YEAR UNALTERED $30.00 THREE
YEAR ALTERED $10.00*THREE
YEAR UNALTERED $50.00LIFETIME
ALTERED $50.00*No
change from previous year.
ONE WEEK TO GO BEFORE THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION!We normally do not do this, however, since this is one week before the BIG 2024 ELECTION, so we thought . . . why not!
After some conversations with some of our regular contributors we have decided to allow comments about the upcoming Presidential Election.
- - - Here are the Rules - - -
- You may sign your comment, or, if you prefer, leave it anonymous.
- All comments will be fact checked. Any erroneous "facts" will be deleted from comments by the editor.
- You may comment as many times as you wish.
- If you wish to engage in some "give and take" with other writers, we will allow it.
- Finally, all other rules of the Raytown Report Blog section will be followed, (no foul language, no personal attacks, etc.
Four Additional Streets
added for Mill and Overlay BY GREG WALTERS
added for Mill and Overlay BY GREG WALTERS
Many years ago I had a conversation with two of my seatmates on the Raytown Board of Aldermen. We were discussing how to aggressively address street maintenance in Raytown's residential neighborhoods. The three of us came to a mutual understanding --- maintaining our residential neighborhood streets would henceforth be our first priority. We all agreed, "this is what the City should be about."
We followed up on our plan. Legislation moving unspent funds from other projects were re-directed to the street overlay program.
The legislation was a success. The public gained improved streets in their neighborhood. Since the funds were not encumbered on other projects, there was not a negative impact on the city budget.
This recent proposal from originally came from Public Works Director, Robinson Camp. A copy of Mr. Camp's proposal and a reply from City Administrator Damon Hodges is shown below. The bill goes before the Board of Aldermen for consideration next Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
The four streets affected by the legislation are:
87th Street - 87th Street to 83rd Terrace.66th Street - Overton to Raytown RoadWestridge Road - 87th Street to City LimitsNorwood Court - Little Blue Road to Cul-de-sac
From: Damon HodgesDate: Fri, Oct 4, 2024 at 3:57 PM
Subject: Emergency Roadway work
To: Governing Body
Attached is an emergency repair for mill and overlay in various areas. The project is expected to begin next week 10/7 – 10/11. Due to the time of the season for asphalt paving and ability to leverage the opportunity of utilizing the existing mill and overlay contract. The additional work needed to begin before the next meeting on October 15th. A couple of the locations were developed where utilities had recently completed one half of the street. The attached memo will provide additional information. Let me know if you have any questions.
Respectfully,
Damon Hodges
City Administrator
BY GREG WALTERS
Board of Aldermen
increase Sanitary Sewer Tax by 7%
Date: Fri, Oct 4, 2024 at 3:57 PM
Subject: Emergency Roadway work
To: Governing Body
Respectfully,
Damon Hodges
City Administrator
increase Sanitary Sewer Tax by 7%
Last Tuesday night the Raytown Board of Aldermen voted to increase the Sanitary Sewer Tax by 7% by a vote of 7 yes to 3 no.
The
following table* illustrates the cost of the proposed rate increase in
comparison to other cities. Raytown residents will pay the third highest rate
when compared to the 15 cities listed below.
CITY TOTAL SEWER BILL*
Gardner,
KS $43.05
Blue
Springs, MO $46.05
Liberty,
MO $46.64
Independence,
MO $48.26
Prairie
Village, KS $48.96
Kansas
City, MO $51.72
Lee’s
Summit, MO $52.01
Kansas
City, KS $63.13
Smithville,
MO $65.39
Raymore,
MO $66.16
Leawood,
KS $68.66
Lenexa,
KS $68.66
Overland
Park, KS $68.66
Raytown, MO $76.06
Gladstone,
MO $78.15
Belton,
MO $86.38
Walters said, “There is a “let the public be damned” attitude by some members of the Board of Aldermen when it comes to tax increases.”
"The 5.25% increase recommended by the City Administrator is a reasonable increase to maintain our debt service to the Little Blue Valley Sewer District and the Kansas City, Missouri," continued Walters. "the 7% increase is uncalled for and places an unnecessary tax burden on Raytown homeowners."
Judging from some of the comments by members of the Board there seems to be some who are confusing storm water maintenance with sanitary sewer lines. The end result is Raytown taxpayers will be paying more in sewer taxes than is necessary to maintain debt service to Kansas City Sewer Department and the Little Blue Valley Sewer District.
HOW THEY VOTED:
Motion by
Ward 3 Alderman Ryan Myers (second by Ward 1 Alderman Ian Scott)
to increase the monthly Sanitary Sewer Bill by
7%.
YES: Myers,
Scott, Garza, Mims, Krizek, Hayden, Aziere
NO: VanBuskirk,
Walters, Emerson
USE THIS LINK TO Comment AND VIEW COMMENTS
BY GREG WALTERS
Anyone driving just about anywhere in Raytown can tell there are many street improvements under construction. The following information will let you know what is currently under construction and plans for additional projects in the future.
HIGHWAY 350: East city limits to West
city limits
59TH STREET STORM SEWER PROJECT:
This is
actually a major storm sewer project so large in its scope that it
requires the re-construction of a major intersection, at Raytown Trafficway and
59th Street, East on 59th Street to Raytown Road and
north on Raytown Road from 59th Street to the Public Library. Though
funded as a storm water run-off project, the improvements are such that the
street, curbs and sidewalks will be replaced as well.
RAYTOWN ROAD: 350
Highway north to 67th Street.
STERLING: North city limits to Blue
Ridge Boulevard.
BLUE RIDGE CUTOFF / 350 HIGHWAY BRIDGE:
Earlier this
year the Blue Ridge Bridge over 350 Highway was damaged in a vehicle accident. The outside south bound lane of Blue Ridge Cutoff has been closed to vehicular traffic. MODOT has released information
stating the bridge will be repaired late this year.
OUR VIEW: Most taxpayers are pleased with the street improvements under construction. As one local observer shared, “It
is certainly an improvement over the re-building of an alley (two years ago)
behind the buildings on the north side of 63rd Street at the cost of
$100,000.”
Many others
we spoke with shared their belief that it is time for the city to start paying
attention to the needs of residential neighborhood streets.
Next April the City will hold elections for one half of the Board of Aldermen. Though political attention is currently on the Presidential Election, the attention will quickly turn to local politics before the end of the year. The next city election will be in early April, 2015.
Raytown
voters should take the opportunity to let candidates no where there priorities
should be focused, particularly when comes to issues (such as neighborhood
street improvements) that affect us all.
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| BY GREG WALTERS |
The camp, located across from the Rock Island Bicycle / Walking Trail, became more noticeable by those using the trail as the weather became warmer.
Reaction by City Hall was slow at first, but in response to a public outcry for a cleanup of what was truly a dangerous situation, the city took action.
Those living under the bridge were told they could not do so. As the picture on the right shows, cleanup of the sight has begun and should be finished soon.
There is also evidence of illegal dumping going on under the bridge as well. The city's intention is to block off the entrance used by homeless and others to enter under the east side of the bridge.
As you can see, the encampment is in the process of being cleaned up. Another encampment located near the Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (located at 9300 East 75th Street) has also been removed from the Raytown area.
Curiouser and Curiouser!
While riding my bike
last weekend I came upon the Downtown Raytown Pocket Park located at the
intersection of Raytown Road and 63rd Street.
The intersection is
one of three locations in Raytown used the Raytown Park Department to display monument
sized artwork. The picture shown on the left is a photo of the park. You will
notice there are three randomly placed stones located near the monument.
On each of the three stones someone has placed books. These are "real" books with pages that will open and everything you would expect from a book!
I checked with the
Park Department and who put the books on the large stones. I checked with the
Park Department. They were aware of the books being left at the location but
were not certain who was responsible for leaving them at the site.
As Alice in Wonderland was fond of saying, “Curiouser and Curiouser!”
If anyone can
enlighten us as to significance of the books drop us a note on Comments
Section* of the Raytown Report.
*Or, as Paul Livius has named the Comment's Section . . . “The Back Pages.”
Speaking of Libraries
Many people know the Raytown Parks Department maintains a
"Little Library" at Colman Park. What many may not know is that there
are also similar "Little Libraries at Kenagy Park and Kritser Park as
well.
The books are available any time the parks are open. So, if you are looking for a good read, stop by and go through the library while at the park!
44 comments:
Dear Aldermen,
Why is Raytown Road being worked on when there are many roads in worse condition in Raytown?
This brings great concerns about the rationality of whoever is making decisions.
I'm not trying to be a smart-alek, but maybe because Raytown Road must be one of the Raytown streets that carries the most traffic. Maybe second to 350 hiway, but carries a lot of traffic. I'm glad they're working on it. I'd like to see the curbs cleaned too.
Just curious if anybody has noticed the gentleman sitting in downtown Raytown on the bench with heavy coat on. Seems he has showed up since homeless camp was hauled off. I hope not, hope it wasn't his stuff and we just hauled everything off and now he has no where to go. Please tell me I'm wrong but I'm just not sure.
Does Raytown have a law for door to door solicitors? I have had 3 different people come to my door to try to sell me solar roof panels. I am getting tired of it. I am going to put a sign on my door No Soliciting, violators will be prosecuted or it could be worse..........
City ordinances require all door to door solicitors to be registered with the city and to wear identification of who they are and who they are representing. If that identification is not visible, the best course of action is to call the police. Let them know where the solicitor is working. They should take it from there.
I have a sign posted at my front door as you've described, it does no good. These people are not all solicitors, some are up to no good. Who knows what they want, but I'll tell you this, when I call the police non-emergency number the dispatcher always says they will send someone. It's not working, what's wrong...?
I wonder what a traffic count would show. Blue Ridge Blvd pavement and curbs is in much worse shape than Raytown Rd. and probably carries as much or more traffic than where the new pavement is going in. Especially that new pavement on the alley in downtown.
This is why you should never elect a member of law enforcement to lead you government body.
Look at how the condition of Raytown has decreased every year since the voters of Raytown were under the impression we would be better. We would be safer.
The truth is the complete opposite. Crime has increased, especially shootings. Property maintenance violations are not enforced. However, our former police officer will tell you how great everything is.
Don't think this perpective is just about our own Raytown. Take a look at the state and ongoing failures with the Blue Ridge Boulevard Bridge over 350 highway or the parking garage at the state building on the corner of 63rd and Blue Ridge Cutoff. Yes, our current governor was a former member of law enforcement.
It is as if their time in law enforcement has caused them to lose touch with reality and actually providing for the safety of others.
Let me add the latest news about the mayor of New York City. It has made the national news. Talking about why you don't elected a former member of law enforcement. I am sure his corruption goes back to when he was an officer.
I'm shocked! Shocked, I tell you, to hear that the Aldermen went above and beyond the rate that the city recommended as an increase in sanitary sewer tax! I thought the vape/weed/liquor/gas/eats/pawn shop was going to solve all of the city's revenue problems.
I know that before a person can run for alderman - they have to prove they have paid their taxes. I strongly suggest they also have to pass a test to prove they have common sense. 6 of our board of aldermen did not take the advice of the city administrator and city staff (professionals) and go with the 5.25% increase. They voted a 7% increase. These 6 aldermen should be voted out ASAP. It is no wonder the people in Raytown won't pass tax hikes. Let's see if we can get someone with common sense.
Ryan Myers needs to move on either to Russia or Trump's assistant.
This little tax and fee me more Republican has no business in our blue collar community.
For those that don't know he believes higher taxes are good as the community is not at the top of the scale. Well he got 5 other alderman to believe in his over taxing agenda.
What makes this so bad or should I say makes him look so bad is the fact he measures success through higher fees and taxes. I don't know anyone, or any safety minded city that thinks like Ryan Myers.
Most cities put public safety number one, which would be the professionalism and response time of first responders. Following at a close second is the enforcement of codes as both go hand and hand for a citizen family friendly community.
Since Ryan Myers was first elected police response time is way down, codes enforcement is non-existent, and crime run rampant. However, Ryan Myers still brags about how great of a job he is doing to keep us safe.
Don't forget just last year he helped to approve for an additional gas station, liquor store smoke shop even after the citizens spoke up against it. Even though we are over saturated with them. Even though gas powered vehicles are on a decline, which has many cities stopping new gas stations.
Is the Ryan Myers the same Ryan Myers that ran for state senate four years ago and didn't even get more votes here at home in Raytown.
Sure speaks to what others in Raytown think about him and his leadership.
Most people would quickly get the idea they are not in touch with the community, but not Ryan Myers he just keeps doing things that leaves others shaking their heads and wonder what next self-serving thing will he do.
Wow! Hard to believe someone kept a big mac around for 44 years.
Not so hard to understand. Let me help explain it to you. That is a photo of a Big Mac. Hope this clears up your ignorance!
So tired of Ryan and his "MeyerNomics" for Raytown. That guy is bad for our city. Can't wait to see him become a bad memory. One that is easily forgotten once he is gone.
The Big Mac picture is a screenshot from Snopes.com. It is part of a myth debunking. BTW, I too am tired of the boy wonder but not enough to help him fulfill his fantasy of becoming a state representative so we could get rid of him.
Taking about the misguided elected officials. I reviewed notice from a friend that the mayor of Raytown, "Mayor Mike" is right on the edge of violation of our first amendment rights. Now his behavior might appear right in his eyes and the sheep that follow him might be delighted in his boldness in the end the Constitution and it's corresponding Amendments are the top laws of the land.
You would like to believe that any competent current or former member of law enforcement would understand this before a common citizen of our great country. However, as the television show "Who is smarter than a fifth grade" too many lack the knowledge we expect them to have.
The question remains why now is the mayor posting notification that citizens can only post political signs with in a set time frame even on their own property. I suggest the mayor and less the knowledgeable city attorney check on cases that have already gone before the US Supreme Court.
Let us as citizens instead focus on the post from the Mayor. Why has he finally took notice to signs when it comes tied to an election cycle. I have read back through this blog and historical there have been complaints about businesses, campaign and even the school district placement of signs in the right-of-way. Now as a former police officer he should know that these are illegal and once upon a time would be removed by city staff. Now understand "Mayor Mike" watch signs are allowed every where and for all kinds of reasons.
Folks it gets better at the foolishness for him to even post reminders as the city is not going to enforce anything including those in the right-of-way. The city doesn't enforce code violations now like properties that need mowed, limbs or other vegetation either to low over streets or blocking views of traffic.
As the debate over what age is told old to hold the office of President still goes on, we in Raytown need to focus on the office of mayor, which does have a minimum age. Has "Mayor Mike" proven it needs a maximum age limit.
Those that have been following his terms in office have noticed a decline in justified decisions year after year. I am sure we will all never forget his desire for additional liquor stores and smoke shops. Once again as a former member of law enforcement he above others should know the dangers these businesses bring to a community that was once family friendly. He will state we cannot keep them out, which he is correct. However, we can place a limit on over all licenses for these types of businesses and also the distance between them and the same type of business.
You decide is "Mayor Mike" really got Raytown's best interests?
Enjoyed he commentary and photos of the Big Mac. I wondered why Myers kept talking this up. From my point of view it is little more than a distraction. He wants people to forget he convinced the majority of the Board to raise the sewer use charge to 7% when the City's administrative staff requested an increase of only 5.25%. You may have a lot of money but there are many of us in Raytown who are not so fortunate. The property tax increases in Jackson County have really hit us hard this year. You might consider giving the taxpayers a break.
Nice try Ryan. there are many of us who will remember that you have been at the forefront of raising every fee, tax and license in Raytown. You have also been the big "push" behind opening liquor stores on every vacant spot of land in Raytown.
Here is a short list of those tax increases you supported. A 2% sales tax increase on internet sales. The 7% sanitary sewer tax increase. Five property tax increases in the space of three months! And this does not include the ridiculously high fees charged by the city. Let's put it this way. If you want to pour a new concrete entrance to your driveway, get ready to dig very, very deep into your wallet.
Ryan is a bad dude and needs to go away.
I share your enthusiasm about the royals, they certainly have earned some respect. That said, they were not in the playoffs in 2013.
Thank you for the correction. We have corrected the story. The Royals began their historic tie-breaker game was played in 2014. Apologies for the error! Hopefully, the Royals will improve as they move into the 2015 Season next year.
Thanks for the articles on the Kansas City Royals. Our entire family are lifetime fans, our grown kids too. Hoping and praying that beautiful Kaufman Stadium hosts the Royals for decades to come. Everyone we know will vote against any downtown plan.
Does anyone think the city's community development department will clean up the corner of 63rd and Raytown Trafficway or just allow signs to be illegally placed as they have seen early August.
Can any one tell me why the Raytown School District leaves the Herndon Culinary Institute lite up like a Christmas tree all night long! This is a total waste of tax payers dollars. Perhaps they have money to waste. Smh
Raytown Road pavement job looks and feels great! The Jim Fahey construction crew did a fantastic job! His crews were facing a dangerous job with all the traffic going back and forth trying to do their jobs. Now, let the "street racing begin" I hope Raytown Police patrol the road and catch the speeders!
I saw a license plate yesterday which expired in 2019. Why not get some of these freeloaders to pony up? The city might be able to step away from the money grab mentality if they'd start enforcing the license laws. I think Raytown report should have a "most expired tag of the month" picture. I'll put up $100 for the winner if Mr. Walters is willing to have the contest. Good idea or bad idea?
Not just signs enough car parts to start a salvage yard. Why doesn't anybody clean up after accidents anymore ? Don't see this stuff in other cities being left behind. Do better Raytown
Yes where is that $$$$ going ?
Ha ha ha ha sounds great but doubtful.
I see a lot of talk about our local elected officials, but with Tuesday being a major election day I want to touch on a statewide race for governor. I cannot believe the Kehoe guy would even run. I guess I need to take a step back and explain. This is the same guy who pushed for China to buy up land in Missouri. This was problematic for me when it happened. Fast forward to this election cycle and Kehoe is playing the game he is against China. Did he have a follow out or did special funding from China end. I am sure we will never know the truth of the change of heart, but it is still an open question. Oddly different unions are supporting Kehoe, who is a die hard Republican. They believe he will continue to support them. Wait this is the pro China guy who changed his position. It will be interesting if he wins and the Republicans continue to hold the state house if 2018 will repeat itself and the Republicans will once again push for right to work in Missouri. Maybe Kehoe is the right guy as it will be interesting to watch those who supported him get bite as Kehoe follows the marching orders of the RNC and it's big donors and pushes for right to work which would be the biggest insult to the unions. As for me, I have to vote for the Democrat as I cannot find these same concerning behavior. It gets worse he wants to send forces to the Texas boarder, but we are short how many dispatchers and law enforcement officers in our state. Wouldn't it make more sense if you call up our guard they protect our own state first. Texas has not done anything positive for us. They did steal electricity a few years ago because their governor decide to deregulate the utilities in his state. Do what you want Texas, but we shouldn't be hostage to your inbred foolish.
Stupid is as stupid does
Just when you thought Mayor Mike could do anything more amusing than the day before. However, on Oct 40th we will be under a tornado watch. Can someone tell me when that is and does it only happen ever 4 years like leap year when February has 29 days. I am sure some will say it was a typo, but how do we not know it like with sleepy Joe is a sign of his age.
Thanks for the opportunity to give my two cents worth. The race that I find most intriguing is the one for Jackson County Prosecutor. I have had the pleasure of meeting both of the candidates. They are both articulate and very clear on their plans for improving the Jackson County Prosecutor's office. I've done some research and was surprised to learn that ONLY ONE OF THE CANDIDATES HAS PROECUTORIAL EXPERIENCE!
That is why I am casting my vote for Tracy Chapel for Jackson County Prosecutor. If you have not made up your mind at this point please give her a chance. From what I have learned about her campaign and record, we will not be disappointed.
I too have had the opportunity to meet both candidates and while the Democrat is young and enthusiastic, it is concerning her lack of time in a court room. I also have concerns with her relationship with KCMO mayor and the work she does for that city. Will she have the backbone to prosecute police officers like our current Prosecutor or will she want let them walk. She has ideas for additional programs, but how do you pay for them. I don't see her doing much if anything in Raytown now is that because of her relationship with the Mayor of KCMO.
The best opportunity appears to be Tracy. She seems to have a lot of support as I drive not only in our city, but any place in the county. She knows her way around a court room, which after all is something that a Prosecutor should know. I hope you will join and cast your vote for Tracy as we might need a Republican to prosecute our county executive on his property tax mess and refusal to comply with the governing authority.
Count me as 100% for Trump. Kamala Harris does not have our best interests in mind!
If you watch the news heard the ongoing fighting between County Executive Frank White and the County Legislators. It is clear based on the state taxing board that Frank White is in the wrong, but the taxpayers and jurisdictions that rely on those property taxes are left hanging as still no progress is being made on the way assessments were done.
The fighting has gotten out of control and the word is Jackson County will be out around 70 million dollars of ARPA funds because the County Legislators and Executive failed to spend them.
Again it is important to note more than Frank White is a problem. We have 5 of the Legislators who are financially hurting our county. One of the top violators who loves to see himself on TV is Shawn Smith. It is important to remember his name as he wants to be our next Congressman. Wait a minute this is the same guy that does want to properly spend 70 million dollars of our money. The same man who loves to point the finger at Frank White, but has not done anything for assessments. Who at this point believes he will do anything to bring funds back to Missouri if he was a Congressman.
The one thing I am sure is we would see more of him on TV than our current Congressman as the only thing he loves to do is see himself on the news. Doing nothing, but lup service to issues that actually need fixed. Yes, Smith is wrong for us.
Please don't forget in two years we need to clean up the county legislator and Executive as we need people who will work for us and not look for opportunities to be in the news.
Speaking of KCMO mayor looks like his behavior and removal of those that don't share his opinions makes our own county executive look like a Saint.
Don't get me wrong Fanck has issues with the assessment department, and has disagreements with legislators. However, Frank is not acting like a Nazi.
Tracy has my support as Jackson County doesn't need a Prosecutor owed by the mayor of KCMO.
Kehoe is going to make Missouri better just ask him. Take a look at the bridge over 350 Highway at Bridge but looking at the bridge over 350 highway. Maybe it is time to give a different party a chance as we are not seeing our part of the state being taken care of. I am not sure why the state officials keep treating us like garbage. I guess Raytown is the Puerto Rico of Missouri.
One simple question is why ate our tax dollars not coming back to our community.
SPORTS BETTING IN MISSOURI? No thanks! I have seen too many households and families broken because of gambling. Those who run on these are just like casino owners. They make a lot of money to those who are easily addicted to lifestyles that typically come to a dead end. It is a disease preys on those who are easily attracted to casino gambling, the lottery, and para-mutual betting. All of who will then send the proceeds part of the proceeds they take to our local school districts.
There is a reason they State of Missouri requires signage with links to organizations that help people with their gambling problems.
LET'S DO THE RIGHT THING - VOTE "no" ON SPORTS BETTING IN MISSOURI.
I wish I could count the number of people I've met who make poor life decisions, and then blame others for their failures. Very often they are the same people saying that education is a waste of time.
Since IHop and Applebee's are closed in Raytown. How about our City Officials reach out to Culver's Corporation to occupy one of the buildings. Culver's is known for their good burgers and general food. We go to Lees Summit and then do our other shopping after eating at Culvers. I am probably asking too much from our City Officials........................
Today is Election Day. Please remember to vote. If you think the last four years has been a model of how to run a country with indecision over our support of Israel. With one candidate who simply will not take a stand on ANYTHING and only offers up a word salad of gibberish, then vote for the chaos of the last four years.
If you want a strong America, respected throughout the world with a healthy a economy, then please, please, please vote TRUMP for President.
Voting in person today could not have run more smoothly.
Thanks to all the poll workers who kept the line moving and with smiles on their faces! My husband and I were very impressed with the organization on this very important election.
Good idea and it would be nice to have a Culver's here, but I doubt that they would locate in Raytown after examining the high crime data and high business tax rate.
Does anyone know why the IHOP & Applebee's close? They both seem to be in good locations with plenty of potential customers driving by.
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