Gear up for safety: 20 must-have emergency items for your car Published on August 22, 2025 September is National Preparedness Month. Wherever you're headed, being prepared before you hit the road is key. Here are 20 essential items every vehicle should have to stay safe, mobile and ready for the unexpected. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Transportation, Weather Safety
Road rules for a safe school year Published on August 04, 2025 As kids head back to school, it's a great time to brush up on traffic safety. Check out these tips for students walking or biking to school and for drivers traveling near school zones. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Police, Transportation
Watch for motorcycles! Published on April 21, 2025 As the weather warms up, more motorcyclists will be hitting the roads to enjoy the sunshine. With this increase in motorcycle traffic, it’s important for all drivers to stay extra vigilant and share the road safely. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Police, Transportation
3/8-Cent Sales Tax Renewal future opportunities for streets Published on February 12, 2025 Nearly every Lenexa street has been improved over the last two decades through the Pavement Management Program. If renewed in a mail ballot election this spring, the existing 3/8-Cent Sales Tax would continue to support this program to keep Lenexa streets in good condition. Tagged as: , Budget, Community Planning & Development, Transportation
3/8-Cent Sales Tax Renewal future opportunities for parks Published on February 12, 2025 The top recreation priorities identified through Lenexa’s 2024 Parks & Recreation Master Plan would help meet the needs of a broad range of interests, ages and abilities. If renewed in this spring’s mail ballot election, the existing 3/8-Cent Sales Tax could provide funding to make these ideas a reality. Tagged as: , Budget, Community Planning & Development, Nature & Environment, Parks & Recreation , Transportation
3/8-Cent Sales Tax Renewal future opportunities for trails Published on February 12, 2025 Lenexa’s multiuse trail network provides citywide opportunities to stay active, enjoy nature and travel to destinations. If renewed in this spring’s mail ballot election, the existing 3/8-Cent Sales Tax would help fund enhancements to and expansion of Lenexa’s trails. Tagged as: , Budget, Community Planning & Development, Nature & Environment, Parks & Recreation , Transportation
Winter driving tips Published on January 02, 2025 Driving in winter weather can present unique challenges. The Lenexa Police Department has a few tips to help drivers get from place to place safely in snowy or icy conditions. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Police, Transportation, Weather Safety