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Peer Regions Transit Report puts spotlight on region’s transportation efficiency
September 18, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
Riders board RideKC bus

The report analyzes how transit operates in the Kansas City region compared to 14 peer regions.

Public invited to comment on Transportation Improvement Program amendment
September 17, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
Road milling machine resurfacing road

Review and comment on the amendment which includes 3 new projects. 

Enjoy the journey and join the Green Commute Challenge
September 17, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
Ride the KC Streetcar. Get around downtown Kansas City, Mo., the River Market and the Crossroads the sustainable way.

The 16th Annual Green Commute Challenge is a free competition among Kansas City area commuters that rewards taking greener transportation options throughout the month of October.

Webinar focuses on countering ageism in planning
September 16, 2024 | Posted in Aging
An older woman using a laptop

On Sept. 24, 80 people attended webinar aimed to help local government staff and others in public service consider residents of all ages in their planning processes.

Plan ahead for Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day
September 16, 2024 | Posted in Transportation
Walk to school children fall

Get ready to walk, bike and roll to school on Oct. 9!

Updates and outcomes from MARC's August Board meetings
September 6, 2024 | Posted in
Dr. Toni Sturdivant presents at the August 2024 MARC Board of Directors meeting.

Thanks to everyone who joined the MARC Board of Directors and Budget and Personnel Committee meetings on Aug. 27. 

Share your thoughts on the Regional Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness Plan
August 30, 2024 | Posted in Environment
A person charging an electric vehicle

What would make the region EV ready? Your voice is needed to shape the region's EV Readiness Plan. 

EPA Region 7 and MARC staff tour composting facilities around Kansas City
August 30, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Kevin Anderson from Missouri Organics leads tour of his facility while EPA Region 7 staffer in marked ballcap watches on

Members of the EPA Region 7 office joined MARC staff to visit three big composting operations in the Kansas City region.

Public sector jobs board puts spotlight on local job fairs
August 29, 2024 | Posted in Local Government
Career expo demonstration

Metro KC Gov Jobs now features upcoming job fairs in the region.

Ozone Action Alert issued for Tuesday, Aug. 27
August 26, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Sky and clouds

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow