County Legislator Jalen Anderson

09/02/2026

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT City of Raytown, Mo. Government:

Sept. 2 (9/2/26) at 7:30 pm until Sept. 3 (9/3/26) at 6 am: Ramp and lane closures on I-435 to EB I-70 for MoDOT pavement work.
Traffic modifications include:
CLOSE the I-435 ramp to EB I-70.
Double lane closure near the I-435 ramp to EB I-70.
Please use caution when traveling in this area.

09/01/2026

If you need help supplementing your groceries, use the links below to connect with a Harvesters - The Community Food Network distribution site in your area. They have several hundred partners in Missouri and Kansas!

Click the links below to find mobile food distributions and food pantries, kitchens, and more:
Mobile food distributions only:https://www.harvesters.org/.../agencies-list-ks-mo.pdf
Food locator (pantries, kitchens, etc.): www.harvesters.org/foodlocator

09/01/2026

Join Legislator Jalen Anderson, 1st District At-Large, and Chairperson Donna Peyton, 2nd District At-Large for an important community listening session to discuss pending legal challenges to Jackson County’s conversion therapy ban and proposed substitute legislation. Theresa Bullington from the Jackson County Counselor's Office will also be in attendance to help explain the legal issues surrounding the pending litigation and the proposed legislative options, as well as answer questions.

This is an important issue and we believe that community input is vital as we navigate the legal challenges and the best path forward for our LGBTQIA+ community members.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
WHERE: Kansas City Public Library, Trails West Branch, 11401 E. 23rd Street South, Independence, MO 64052

08/31/2026

The 33rd Regular meeting of the Jackson County Legislature will be held on Monday, August 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM in the Legislative Assembly area of the downtown Jackson County Courthouse in Kansas City, MO.

We are now live-streaming! While each meeting remains open to the public, if attendance is not essential, you may watch a live-stream video of the legislative meeting on the county's website at 🔗jacksonco.legistar.com.

The following committees will be meeting:
11:30 AM - Anti-Crime Committee
11:50 AM - Justice & Law Enforcement Committee
12:25 PM - Finance & Audit Committee
12:45 PM - Public Works Committee
1:05 PM - Health & Environment Committee
1:25 PM - 911 Oversight Committee
1:40 PM - Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee
1:55 PM - Budget Committee

Please see the agenda below for more details.
https://jacksonco.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&ID=1440273&GUID=D81DDE6D-753D-499A-B336-42A0ABD42714

08/31/2026

Extreme heat into this week. Please stay safe and aware!

Prolonged heat is expected to continue through the week with highs in the mid 90 to near 100 with heat index values between 100 to 105. Little relief is expected at night when lows will only fall into the mid 70s to lower 80s.

08/28/2026

City of Independence, MO, Government is looking for nominations to honor individuals for excellence in public service. The deadline is less than two weeks away!

Nominations are open for the Susan Paxton Block Distinguished Public Service Award, which honors exceptional service by a City employee, volunteer, or elected official.
The award winner will receive $1,000, a commemorative medallion, and a lapel pin through the memorial fund established by Susan Paxton Block's family.
Nominate someone or learn more: independencemo.gov/susanpaxtonblock

Nominations are due Sept. 4 and the award will be presented during the Sept. 21 City Council meeting.

Nominate someone today!

08/27/2026

Every Wednesday from Memorial Day through Veteran's Day is Military Appreciation Day at Jackson County Parks + Rec with free admission for active and former members of the military. This also includes golf benefits.

This is our way of say thank you for all that you do and have done!

Visit the link below to learn more:
https://www.makeyourdayhere.com/About-Us/Military-Appreciation-Wednesdays

08/26/2026

The video of the Jackson County Legislature meeting held on Monday, August 24, 2026 is available for viewing. Click below:
https://jacksoncountymo.new.swagit.com/videos/398894?place=holder&Mode2=Video