▪ Build on current strengths. 

In recent years, the city and community partners have made notable progress in upgrading the appearance of Independence Avenue and public safety along it. The city should intently work to extend infrastructure improvements radiating out from the avenue in the Northeast area, so residents benefit from better curbs and sidewalks. Police patrols need to be constant with officers emphasizing they are there to root out criminals who imperil the community.

Other encouraging work includes new housing along Troost Avenue close to the University of Missouri — Kansas City School of Medicine, as well as construction of the soon-to-be-finished East Side Patrol Station and crime lab near 27th Street and Prospect Avenue. Read more.