Press Releases
Partnership Announced for Downtown Market Plaza
A long-term strategic vision for downtown Lee’s Summit is becoming a reality as the City of Lee’s Summit officially announces a partnership with LANE4 Development Group and Biederman Redevelopment Ventures…
Read More3rd Street Corridor Improvements
The City of Lee’s Summit with assistance from a consultant, WSP USA, is designing infrastructure improvements for the 3rd Street Corridor from Blue Parkway to Jefferson Street, a project that…
Read MoreWe can’t contain our Eggcitement for Spring!
Fresh flowers in the planters. Patio weather. Polka dot balloons all hung from the storefronts with care. These are all signs that Spring has arrived in Downtown Lee’s Summit, and…
Read MoreDowntown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market Will Open on Wednesday, April 7
We are excited to announce that the Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market will open for the 2021 season on Wednesday, April 7. Our vendors are excited for another great year…
Read MoreDowntown Gift Cards for Frontline Workers
Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street and the Downtown Lee’s Summit Community Improvement District are supporting the City of Lee’s Summit’s “Take Time to Be Kind” campaign by donating $12,300 in…
Read MoreUpdate on Downtown Days 2021
At this point in the pandemic recovery, it is not yet safe to host our largest community event, Downtown Days. Downtown Days is traditionally held the first full weekend in…
Read MoreEmerald Isle Parade will return in 2022
As large community events continue to pose a high risk to public health, Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street will not host the Emerald Isle Parade, scheduled for Saturday, March 13,…
Read MorePostcards from Santa
Let your little ones know that Santa is thinking of them this holiday season with a personalized message from Mr. Claus himself. Families can submit a request for a postcard…
Read MoreExperience the Holiday Lights in Downtown Lee’s Summit
To ensure a safe holiday experience for all, there will not be an in-person program and gathering for the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting in Downtown Lee’s Summit. Guests are welcome…
Read MoreDowntown Lee’s Summit Adopt-A-Planter Program
Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street in partnership with the Lee’s Summit Beautification Commission invites Lee’s Summit businesses and residents to participate in the Holiday Adopt-a-Planter Program again this year. Individuals,…
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