These individuals represent the neighborhoods and organizations surrounding the University of Missouri-Kansas City Volker campus.

Neighborhood Representatives

• Eddie James, Crestwood | Term Ending 12/31/26
• Jim Wanser, Rockhill Homes | Term Ending 12/31/26
• Lee Walter, Southmoreland | Term Ending 12/31/26
• Belinda Blake, Troost Plateau | Term Ending 12/31/26
• Douglas Ghertner, Countryside | Term Ending 12/31/27
• Chase Johnson, Manheim Park | Term Ending 12/31/27
• Pat Gallagher, Rockhill Crest   | Term Ending 12/31/27
• Ben Heinlein, Rockhill Ridge | Term Ending 12/31/27
• Kathy Benich, South Plaza | Term Ending 12/31/27
• Kate Smith, Troostwood | Term Ending 12/31/27
• Ken Spare, 49/63 | Term Ending 12/31/27

At-Large Community Representatives:

• Jason Pryor, At-Large, Business | Term Ending 12/31/26
• Katrina Foster, At-Large, City of Kansas City | Term Ending 12/31/26
• Alicia Douglas, At-Large, Rockhurst University | Term Ending 12/31/26

Contact Abigail Weiler (weilerar@umkc.edu), UMKC’s Manager of External Relations, if you are interested in representing your neighborhood. Applications for open seats will be available in late 2026.