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Community GuideGRAIN VALLEY2024-25 Message

ABOUTGrain Valley News is pleased topublish the 2024-25 CommunityGuide in print and digital formats fornew and existing Grain Valleyresidents. We appreciate the support of theadvertisers who made thispublication possible and encourageyou to patronize this local businessesand organizations. Original guide published 2024. Updated version printed February 2025. Print copies available upon request tonews@grainvalleynews.com. Interested in advertising opportunities inthis guide or in Grain Valley News? Email news@grainvalleynews.com for more information. Family owned. Grain Valley focused.Grain Valley News , established in2018, is the weekly community newssource for and about Grain Valley.We focus on Grain Valley news andevents and help build relationshipsbetween our advertisers and ourreaders. Grain Valley News is owned by Johnand Cory Unrein, residents of GrainValley. John and Cory both grew upin Eastern Jackson County and havetwo daughters. Read your weekly community newsonline at www.grainvalleynews.com. A B O U T T H E C O M M U N I T Y G U I D EPhoto credit: Clara Jaques

Evergy (Electrical Service)(888) 471-5275www.evergy.comReport Outage: (816) 513-9595 Grain Valley Chamber of Commerce 506 N. Main (by appointment)(816) 867-0277www.growgrainvalley.org Grain Valley Animal Control (816) 847-6250After Hours: (816) 795-1960 Grain Valley Post Office(816) 228-2024112 Walnut Street Grain Valley School District (816) 847-5006www.grainvalleyschools.org Household HazardousWaste/Recycling(816) 474-4240www.recyclespot.org H E L P F U L I N F O R M A T I O NTV/Internet OptionsXfinity: (800) 934-6489AT&T: (800) 288-2020 Utility Billing Division (Water Services)(816) 847-6280water@cityofgrainvalley.org www.cityofgrainvalley.org Voter Registration Jackson County Election Board(816) 325-4600www.jcebmo.org Yard Waste Disposal(816) 847-7050www.jacksongov.orgGrain Valley NewsFree community online newssource, published weekly onThursday and as news occurs. Community Calendar, Job Board,City Wide Garage Sale Directorywww.grainvalleynews.comMid-Continent Public Library 400 S. Buckner Tarsney Rd.(816) 228-4020www.mymcpl.org Motor Vehicle Licensing Blue Springs: (816) 228-0128Independence: (816) 307-7348Lees Summit: (816) 944-4000Sugar Creek: (816) 836-9191 Spire Energy (Gas Service)(800) 582-1234www.spireenergy.comTrash Service OptionsAAA Disposal Service: (816) 650-3180Earth First Waste Solutions, LLC:(888) 433-9765GFL Environmental: (844) 464-3587 Lies Trash Service: (816) 228-4728 Waste N Away Disposal LLC: (816) 977-5338WCA Kansas City: (816) 220-3227WM: (855) 852-7110

City of Grain ValleyThe Grain Valley Board of Aldermen is the policy making body of the City. Elected officials are responsiblefor developing a budget for the City and adopting legislation that has the force of law within the City limits.All Grain Valley elected officials serve 2-year terms. The elected body is composed of a mayor and six boardmembers. The City is composed of three wards, represented by two members each. Board of Aldermenmeetings are held at 6:30pm on the second and fourth Monday of each month in the Council Chambers ofCity Hall, 711 Main ST.Mayor: Mike Todd Term expires April 2026Kyle Sole, Ward 1 AldermanTerm expires April 2026Tom Cleaver, Ward 1 AldermanTerm expires April 2025Darren Mill, Ward 2 AldermanTerm expires April 2025Rick Knox, Ward 2 AldermanTerm expires April 2026Brian Bray, Ward 3 AldermanTerm expires April 2025Ryan Skinner, Ward 3 AldermanTerm expires April 2026L O C A L N E W S . L O C A L V O I C E S .W W W . G R A I N V A L L E Y N E W S . C O ME L E C T E D O F F I C I A L SYour legislators in Jefferson City:St a te Re p resen t ativesRep. Jeff Coleman (R-32)201 W Capitol Ave. Room 313-IJefferson City MO 65101573-751-1487jeff.coleman@house.mo.gov St a te Se n ator:Sen. Joe Nicola (R-11)201 W. Capitol Ave., Rm. 226Jefferson City, MO 65101573-751-3074Your representatives in Congress:U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (R-4th)202-225-2876alford.house.govSen. Josh Hawley (R)202-224-6154www.hawley.senate.govSen. Eric Schmitt202-224-5721www.schmitt.senate.govGr ai n Va ll ey N ew sbu il ds c om mu ni ty an d sh in es a l ig ht on t he s to ri es t hatma tt er t o ou r re aders.

C I T I Z E N C O M M I T T E E SThe City encourages citizens to become actively engaged in the municipal decision-making processes throughvolunteer boards, commission and committee positions. The majority of these positions are appointed by theMayor and vary in term length, meeting requirements and duties. You can apply for any of the boards orcommissions by visiting www.cityofgrainvalley.org. Board of Zoning AdjustmentThe purpose of the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) is to hear and decide appeals for a variance of the City’s zoningand land use ordinances. An applicant appearing before the Board must prove there are practical difficulties orunnecessary hardship in the way of carrying out the strict letter of such codes. The BZA meets as needed. Codes Board of AppealsThe purpose of the Code Board of Appeals is to consider and decide on appeals of orders, decisions or determinationsmade by the Building Official or City Engineer relative to the application and interpretation of the adopted building codes,fire codes, and Design and Construction Manual accordingly. The Board also reviews updated editions to the InternationalBuilding Codes for recommendations to the Board of Aldermen. Board of Appeals members must be experienced indiversified building and construction trades. The Code Board of Appeals meets as needed Grain Valley Park BoardThe purpose of the Park Board is the manage the long-term planning of the Grain Valley Park System as well as themaintenance of and improvement of existing park facilities. Board members must be a resident of Grain Valley for aminimum of one year before appointment. Planning and Zoning Commission The purpose of the Planning and Zoning Commission is to oversee the planning needs of the City. The Planning andZoning Commission makes recommendations to the Board of Alderman on all proposed zoning text amendments andrezoning of property, including conditional use permits and oversees proposed subdivisions of land and development. ThePlanning and Zoning Commission also make recommendations to the Board of Aldermen on the 5-year CapitalImprovement Plan and adopts and amends the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Volunteers in Police Services The purpose of the Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) Program is to assist the police department in providing a higherlevel of service to the community. VIPS is a national program. The VIPS provides services that would otherwise keepofficers from responding to higher-priority calls for service. To join the VIPS, call (816) 847-6250.

The City of Grain Valley offers various disposable events through different departments, including:C O M M U N I T Y D I S P O S A L E V E N T SCity Wide Clean UpGrain Valley Public Works hosts an annual City Wide CleanUp event, where residents may dispose of unwanted items -except hazardous and yard waste. In 2025, the event isscheduled for Saturday, May 31st. Over 240 vehicles and 76senior residences were served in 2024. Residents can get thelatest updates regarding the 2025 event by following the Cityon social media (@cityofgvmo). Household Hazardous Waste EventThe City of Grain Valley participates in the Regional HHWCollection Program. This program provides members withconvenient access to proper Household Hazardous Waste(HHW). According to RecycleSpot.org, HHW is any item aroundyour house with DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION on the labelthat you no longer want or need. Next HHW Event: Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 8a.m.-12 p.m. at the Jackson County Public Works Facility,34900 E. Old US 40 Hwy, Oak Grove.Drug Take Back DayDrug Take Back Day is an event organized to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose ofunused or expired prescription medications. It aims to prevent drug abuse and theft by offering the publican opportunity to safely get rid of potentially dangerous prescription drugs. Follow the Grain Valley PoliceDepartment on Facebook (@gvmopolice) for more information. For more information on these dates/events, please email info@cityofgrainvalley.org or call (816) 847-6293. Yard Waste DisposalJackson County Yard Waste Collection Center is open to the public 8:00am - 4:00pm April - November at34900 E Old US 40 Highway, Oak Grove MO 64075. For more information, call 816-847-7050.Photo credit: City of Grain Valley

The City of Grain Valley hosts a number of free community events each year, including: C I T Y S P O N S O R E D C O M M U N I T Y E V E N T SHoliday Festival:The Holiday Festival is a free annual event that featuresthe Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, bringingtogether residents to celebrate the holiday season. Thisevent typically includes activities such as listening toChristmas carols performed by fifth-grade choirs,watching a free Christmas-themed movie, and enjoyingcomplimentary cookies and hot cocoa.Downtown Spooktacular: Formerly known as Trail-or-Treat, the City of GrainValley’s annual Halloween Event had a major makeover in2022. Downtown Spooktacular found its home on MainStreet. Since 2021, the event has drawn over 2,000visitors and dozens of local businesses as treat-stationparticipants. National Night OutThe primary objective of National Night Out is to encourage police-community partnerships. TheGrain Valley Police Department hosts this annually. A wide variety of law enforcement displays,vehicles, and demonstrations (along with giveaways, family activities, free food and drinks) makethis a popular community event held at Armstrong Park.Public Works EventOur annual Public Works Event is a community outreach effort for our Community DevelopmentDepartment showcasing the work of our Public Works Division. This event takes place in June atArmstrong Park and includes family activities, games, free food, etc.

P A R K S A N D T R A I L SArmstrong Park , 713 Main St (6am to 11pm)Butterfly Park, Valley Woods Dr & NW Long Dr Clover "Pocket Park", Clover Dr & Brome Dr Eagle "Pocket Park", Willow St & Broadway StFarmington Meadows "Pocket Park", Sandy Ct & Laura Ln Football Field Complex, 28605 E Old US Hwy 40 Kirby "Pocket Park", RD Mize Rd & Barr Rd Monkey Mountain Park, 35007 E Old US Hwy 40 (6am to 10pm)There are three shelters at Armstrong Park and one shelter at Monkey Mountain Park available to rent. For questions about shelter rentals or to make a reservation, contact the Grain Valley Community Center at (816) 847-6230.Grain Valley has many paved trails suitable for walking, running, or bike-riding near many neighborhoods and schools. New trails are being added/extended each year.Completed in 2019, the B l u e B r a n c h C r e e k T r a i l is a 1.2-mile (1,950 meter) asphalt trail that runs along the north side of Blue Branch Creek. The trail extends from SW Eagles Parkway east to Buckner-Tarsney Road. Open 6am – 11pm year-round. No motorized vehicles on trails; animals must be leashed. This trail has multiple trailheads and parking areas: SW Eagles Parkway/Route AA (just west of Cross Creek Subdivision) South end of SW Cross Creek Drive (in Cross Creek Subdivision) Grain Valley High School (southwest corner of parking lot) Buckner Tarsney Road (just south of Dollar General, no parking available) North end of SW Cross Creek Drive (in Sni-A-Bar Subdivision) SW Laura Lane at SW Sandy Court (in Farmington Meadows Subdivision)

The Grain Valley Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of activities and adult, senior, andyouth programs throughout the year. For more information, visit www.cityofgrainvalley.org/parks_and_recreation/The Grain Valley Community Center, located at 713 Main, is home to a gymnasium, fitness center, lockerroom and shower facilities, conference/meeting room, reception room, and full commercial kitchen.Fitness Center Resident Fees:Walk-In Fee / $5.00Individual Monthly Pass / $30.00Individual Yearly Pass / $190.00Couple Yearly Pass / $260.00Family/Corporate Yearly Pass / $325.00Senior Individual Lifetime Pass / FreeSenior Couple Lifetime Pass / FreeThe Grain Valley Aquatic Center is open to all residents and non-residents to enjoy. It features a zero-depth entrance, tot slide, 12’ floating python, diving board, and slides. Concession stand, shadedconcession tables, and lounge areas are also available to keep you and your family refreshed on those hotsummer days. The Aquatic Center will open on Memorial Day Weekend:Saturday, May 24, 2025Open Swim Hours:Monday – Sunday: Noon – 6 p.m.Hours are subject to change when Grain Valley Schools goes back into session in mid-August.Last swim of the year is Labor Day:Monday, September 1, 2025 (Hours: Noon – 4 p.m.)R E C R E A T I O N

S E N I O R S E R V I C E SOATS Transit is available for senior citizens, age 65+ and individuals age 18-64, who have a disability.Riders must be Grain Valley residents. Fees are only $1 per trip. Rides can be scheduled for Monday's,Wednesday's and Friday's, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Reservations should be made at least 24 hours inadvance by calling 816-380-7433.City of Grain Val l e y S e n i o r S e r v i c esAll Grain Valley senior citizens 65 and older who live in the city limits qualify for a free lifetimemembership to the Community Center fitness facility. In addition, the city sponsors many programs and activities for the senior population. For more information on senior programs, visitwww.cityofgrainvalley.org/parks_and_recreation/senior_fitness or call the Community Center staff at (816) 847-6230.Senior LuncheonA tradition since 1987. Lunch is served by city and business leaders. Meals are prepared by the Grain Valley School District. Held the first Wednesday of every month. Doors Open | 11:00 a.m.Luncheon | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Bingo | 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.Please RSVP by Friday before luncheon at (816) 847-6230.

P O L I C E A N D E M E R G E N C Y S E R V I C E SAnimal ControlThe Animal Control team is dedicated toimproving the coexistence of animals andhumans. Call 816-847-6250 for moreinformation, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday -Friday.All pets are required to have an AnimalLicense. You will need to provide a copy ofthe current rabies vaccination record. Therevarying costs for animal licenses and theyare as follows:All dogs and cats: $10.00 per dog or cat(limit 4)Pot-Bellied Pig $100.00 (limit 1)Primates $100.00 (limit 4)Ferrets $100.00 (limit 4)There is a limit of 4 total domesticatedanimals per household. For example, youcannot have 4 ferrets and 4 dogs. Alldomesticated animals must be under thecontrol of the owners at all times, either bya leash, fence, or other means. Failure to doso may result in the issuance of citations tothe owner(s) for violation of city ordinances.On-Call After HoursIf you have an animal control emergencyafter hours, please call the Jackson CountyDispatch Center at (816) 795-1960 or 911.The following are examples of circumstanceswhich would be considered emergencies:confined stray with a life-threatening injury, animal posing an immediate threat to publicsafety, or an animal that has bitten aperson.Grain Valley Police DepartmentIf you need an officer for police services call the Jackson County Dispatch center816-795- 1960. For all emergencies call911. Grain Valley Police are dispatchedthrough the Sheriff’s Department dispatchcenter 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For administrative inquires, call the GrainValley Police at 816-847-6250. If noadministrative personnel are available, amessage can be left. Do not leave messagesrequesting police response, instead calldispatch at 816-795-1960. Grain Valley Police Department719 RD Mize Road, Grain Valleyhttps://www.cityofgrainvalley.org/police/Central Jackson County Fir e Pr ot ec ti on D istrictThe Central Jackson County Fire Protection Districtserves the City of Grain Valley and surrounding areas.. In addition to fire and EMS services, they providecommunity risk reduction programs. More information can be found at www.cjcfpd.org.

GVHS language arts teacher KourtneyMichael named Grain Valley Schools2023-2024 TEACHER OF THE YEAR.Matt Wilson, Matthews Elementaryparaprofessional, awarded the GrainValley Schools 2023-2024 SUPPORTSTAFF EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR.Matthews Elementary and EarlyChildhood Center earn 2024 PBISAWARDS OF EXCELLENCE.GVHS Winter Guard team are2024 MCCGA CHAMPIONS.Grain Valley High School 2023-2024National Project Lead The WayDISTINGUISHED HIGH SCHOOL.Senior Sevreign Aumua is a three-time Class 2 Missouri State HighSchool Girls Wrestling CHAMPION.Softball team recognized for TEAMACADEMIC ALL-STATE honors fora 3.64 unweighted GPA.GVHS Percussion EnsemblesPLACE FIRST at Missouri Dayof Percussion competition.Grain Valley North Middle Schoolselected as a 2023-2024 PLTWDISTINGUISHED GATEWAY SCHOOL. Grain Valley Education Foundationawarded 100 SCHOLARSHIPS worth$69,050 to 61 students in 2024.Matthews Principal Dr. BrandiGump named 2024 EXEMPLARYNEW PRINCIPAL.MOSPRA selected SuperintendentDr. Brad Welle as the 2024ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR.GrainValleySchools.orgOur vision is to be the best model ofstudent success whose students areprepared to excel in a complex world.Our exceptional teaching staff is focused on guiding the learning for every student, especially thosefacing unique challenges. We welcome the opportunity to partner with families to ensure studentsuccess.Accomplishments

Grain Valley SchoolsSNI-A-BAR ELEMENTARYMATTHEWS ELEMENTARYNORTH MIDDLE SCHOOLGRAIN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOLSOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOLSTONY POINT ELEMENTARYEARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERPRAIRIE BRANCH ELEMENTARYDr. Drew Smith Principaldsmith@gvr5.net School Office: (816) 847-5000551 SW Eagles ParkwayGrain Valley, MOSchool hours: 7:35 am to 2:35 pmSchool hours:8:55 am to 3:55 pmSchool hours:8:55 am to 3:55 pmSchool hours:8:00 am to 3:00 pmBrandyn HarmonPrincipalbharmon@gvr5.netSchool Office:(816) 994-480031608 E Pink Hill RoadGrain Valley, MODr. Casey DeLoachPrincipalcdeloach@gvr5.netSchool Office:(816) 847-5020701 SW Eagles ParkwayGrain Valley, MODr. Michelle PetersonPrincipalmpeterson@gvr5.netSchool Office:(816) 229-4870144 McQuerry RoadGrain Valley, MO Jim Myers Principaljmyers@gvr5.netSchool Office:(816) 229-3499901 S Ryan RoadGrain Valley, MOSchool hours: 8:00 am to 3:00pmDr. Jessica CarrollPrincipaljcarroll@gvr5.net School Office: (816) 994-490131604 E Pink Hill RoadGrain Valley, MOSchool hours: AM: 8:00 am to 11:00 amPM: 12:20 pm to 3:20 pmJessica Reynolds Principaljreynolds@gvr5.net School Office: (816) 847-78001001 Ryan Road Grain Valley, MO School hours: 8:55 am to 3:55 pmDr. Kevin Carroll Principal kcarroll@gvr5.net School Office: (816) 847-50702100 Dillingham Grain Valley, MOSchool hours: 8:55 am to 3:55 pm

Calendar is subject to change. School year may be extended due to inclement weather.2024-2025 School YearGrain Valley Schools