On June 16, Blue Springs hosted its first Kids Triathlon presented by Blue Springs Hy-Vee.  Ninety-six kids ranging in age from 4-14 competed and had fun swimming, biking and running with friends.  

This Let's Move! Blue Springs event was made possible thanks the coordinated efforts of the City of Blue Springs, the Blue Springs School District, the Blue Springs Family Y and StandUp Blue Springs.

It was a beautiful day and the kids had a really great time participating in the event.  I would like to thank all of our partners, sponsors and volunteers for this wonderful community event.  We look forward to seeing you again next year!

The fourth of July holiday means many things to many people.  For me, it's a time to honor those who have given their life so that we could have our freedom.  It's also a time for families to gather together and celebrate our independence.  This tradition also involves a very popular American pastime... fireworks.  

You may not know that fireworks sales in Blue Springs are unique as all licensed vendors are nonprofit organizations in our community.   Sales from this 4-day period help fund their community programs throughout the year. To see a list of the 18 licensed nonprofit organizations, click here.

Hours of fireworks discharge within city limits are July 1-3, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and July 4, 10 a.m. to Midnight.  The Police Department will increase street patrol and law enforcement measures over the weekend to make sure residents are complying with the City's Fireworks Ordinance. 

I encourage you to "Be a Good Neighbor."  Being a Good Neighbor means being mindful of your Blue Springs neighbors, the environment and the appearance of our community - disposing of all debris after discharging fireworks. We need everyone's help to keep our community operating as a clean, safe and enjoyable place to live and celebrate. 

I hope to see you at the City's Fireworks Display on Wednesday, July 4 at Peve Stadium, 2000 NW Ashton Drive.  The Gates open at 7:30 p.m. and live entertainment will be from 8-9:30 p.m.  The fireworks display begins around 9:30 p.m.

Staff along with the Congress for the New Urbanism conducted a walkability workshop on Wednesday, June 13 at the Central Jackson County Fire Protection District's Training Facility.

Thirty-five participants attended including several Planning Commissioners, Blue Springs School District and Parent-Teacher Association members, Blue Springs Family Y, StandUp Blue Springs, Environmental Protection Agency, Mid-America Regional Council and Missouri Department of Transportation representatives.

The workshop focused on the intersection of Highway 7 and US Highway 40, but the concepts can be used along all key corridors here in Blue Springs.  A final report will be provided by the Congress of New Urbanism by the end of this summer.

Swimming Pools

Did you know that all pools capable of holding 24 inches of water or more, including inflatable pools, must have a 6 foot barrier fence with a self-latching locking gate.  These pools must have a building permit.  Contact Codes Administration at (816) 228-0118 for more information.

2011 Water Quality Report

To view the 2011 Annual Water Quality Report, click here.