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2024 Green Commute Challenge recap
November 19, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
People holding signs for the Green Commuter Stop during the 2024 Green Commute Challenge.

WAY TO GO’s Green Commute Challenge returned for its 16th year this fall, welcoming almost 300 participants from teams around the Kansas City region committed to taking greener ways to work.

Regional response to short-term rentals
November 19, 2024 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Short-term rentals (STRs) are a growing topic in the housing policy space. 

National trends and growing shortages in major US cities impact housing affordability in the Kansas City region
November 19, 2024 | Posted in Economy & Housing
image of home construction

Key insights into fixing the region's housing market.

MARC 911 Outstanding Performance Awards call for nominations now open
November 19, 2024 | Posted in Safety & Security
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MARC's Public Safety Communication Program is currently accepting nominations for the 2025 Outstanding Performance Awards (OPAs).

Federal funding opportunities focus of White House officials’ visit
November 8, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
Group of leaders at the roundtable

Federal and local officials convened on Oct. 28 to explore investment opportunities for the Bi-State Sustainable Reinvestment Corridor and the region.

Sustainable road materials project looking for municipal partners
October 29, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Two-lane asphalt with a yellow stripe and MARC SWMD logo

Low-carbon materials used in construction reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to long-term climate resilience. 

Join the discussion on the future of transportation in the region
October 29, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
Liberty Memorial Tower at sunset

The ConnectedKC 2050 plan update public meeting is on Nov. 14! 

Is the growth of short-term rentals fueling the region’s housing crisis?
October 28, 2024 | Posted in Economy & Housing
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Housing supply is a major factor driving the deepening affordability crisis in the region. Supply issues include construction not keeping up with demand, significant market changes exacerbating housing scarcity such as bulk home purchases by institutional investors and the rise in short-term rentals (STRs).

Nearly $1.5 million awarded to advance sustainable places
October 24, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
Gilham Road bicycle lane

Seventh round of MARC Planning Sustainable Places grants will fund 17 area projects

Local company provides sustainable waste diversion in federal courthouse building renovation
October 15, 2024 | Posted in Environment
View of the federal courthouse renovation project from Heart of America pedestrian bridge

Relying on partnerships and funding from MARC’s Solid Waste Management District, Summit Transfer has expanded its commitment to recycling and responsible waste management.