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Raytown
Police Report

Period of Review: November 18 - December 8th

Number of calls for service:          755
Number of Arrests:                         14
Number of Reports:                        87

          Summary of Notable Events:

On November 21st, at approx. 2:00 am, a Raytown officer on routine patrol conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Gregory Blvd & Evanston for an equipment violation. The driver turned out to have a revoked driver’s license and was also on parole for a previous burglary. The officer could also see drug paraphernalia in plain view in the passenger compartment. A search of the car resulted in the officer locating fentanyl and meth. The driver was arrested on drug and parole violation charges. The investigation is ongoing.

On December 2nd, at approx. 6:45pm, officers were called to the 8800 block of 86 Street regarding a shooting. The victim reported that while physically grappling with a male acquaintance, he was shot one time by the other male’s girlfriend. Both suspects fled the scene before police arrived and the victim was transported to the hospital. Charges on both suspects have been submitted to the prosecutor.
 
On December 8th, at approx. 12:50am, officers were dispatched to a bar in the 7100 block of Ditzler Avenue on a robbery. The female victim reported that she was in a physical altercation in the parking lot with some acquaintances, and the suspects sprayed her in the face with pepper spray and stole her purse. The two female suspects fled before police arrived. The investigation is ongoing.

Candidates Filed for the

Raytown City Council

April 8, 2025 General Municipal Election

Filing for office in Raytown closes on December 31, 2024.

Interested candidates can find out the filing procedure by calling

City Clerk Teresa Henry at 816 737 6000 (extension nine).

Municipal Judge - 4 year term expiring April 2029

Traci Fann

Alderman Ward I - 4 year term expiring April 2029

Theresa Tush

Demonte Rochester

Alderman Ward II - 4 year term expiring April 2029

Loretha Hayden

Alderman Ward III - 4 year term expiring April 2029

Morris Melloy

Ryan Myers

Alderman Ward IV - 4 year term expiring April 2029

Josh Morales

William E. (Bill) Van Buskirk

Alderman Ward V - 4 year term expiring April 2029

Bonnaye Mims

A Candidate's Primer

for the April 8, 2025 Election

Five Seats on the Raytown Board of Aldermen are up for election on Tuesday, April 5^th . . . If you are interested, here is the “low-down” on what is involved in running for public office in Raytown.

 

So, let’s get to it. Here is the first question most perspective candidates ask.

“How much does the job pay?"
The Board of Aldermen recently approved an increase of the compensation package Aldermen to $525.00 per month. The compensation package is a combination of salary ($450 monthly) and automobile allowance of &75 per month.

"Which Ward do I live in?"
The City is divided into five wards equally divided by population.* Each Ward is represented by two Aldermen. Collectively they make up the ten members of the Board of Aldermen. 

To view a map of how the wards are geographically divided go to the end of this story. 

"Candidate Requirements"
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Be a registered voter within the City of Raytown.
Have all state and local taxes paid up to date.
Be at least a one year resident of the City of Raytown.

"Do you file by party affiliation"

No. Raytown City Elections are non-partisan elections. There is not a Primary Election. The elections are a "winner take all" election. 

"When will the Election be Held?"

The election will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

"What is the Filing Deadline?"
Filing Closes on December 31, 2024. There is not any fee to file for the election.

"Where do you file to run?"

At Raytown City Hall. Contact City Clerk Theresa Henry to make an appointment to file. The City Clerk’s office can be reached at 816-737-6000, Extension 9.

How often does the City Council Meet?

The Board of Aldermen meet twice monthly on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Meetings generally last from one to three hours in length.

The Board of Aldermen is the legislative branch of Raytown City Hall. The Board’s job is to oversee and approve all ordinances and budget of the City of Raytown. 

 

The Mayor has the authority to call an occasional work session on dates other than the first and third Tuesday of each month – in the last year there has been one such meeting called.

 

If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Richard Tush. Mr. Tush can be reached at 816-914-9423.

Official Ward map of the City of Raytown. Click on image to enlarge.
Hard copies of the map are available at Raytown City Hall.

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