At Independence Plaza Neighborhood Council, we believe that strong neighborhoods are built on shared history, creativity, and collaboration. From supporting local projects to highlighting the stories that make our area unique, we bring neighbors together to shape a vibrant, thriving community.
Meet our 2026 Board
President: Forestine Beasley
Vice President: Megan Morgan
Secretary: Laura Palacios
Treasurer: Kiedra Louis
Quadrant Leaders
Southeast: Dr. Lori Peters
Northeast: Major Janice Love + Aaron Vanderpool
Northwest: Chloe Willett
Southwest: Michael Guinn
Past President: Cynthia Herrington
Join our housing Committee
Meetings are Virtual
When: The third Tuesday of the month from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Committee Chair: Aaron Vanderpool
Building a Stronger Neighborhood, One Home at a Time
Our Housing Committee works to ensure safe, affordable, and vibrant living spaces for all neighbors. From advocating for quality housing to supporting local renovation projects, we help make Independence Plaza a place people are proud to call home.
Join the Safety and Wellness Syndicate
Meetings are in person at Core Coffee
When: The last Saturday of the month at 9 am
Committee Chair: Brad Goetsch
Keeping Our Community Safe, Healthy, and Connected
The Safety & Wellness Syndicate focuses on creating a secure and supportive environment for everyone in the neighborhood. We address public safety concerns, promote wellness initiatives, and foster collaboration among residents and local organizations to strengthen our community’s well-being.
Neighborhood Perimeter
Independence Plaza is a Northeast neighborhood rich in historical significance to the Kansas City metropolitan area. Our boundaries are Independence Avenue on the north, Benton Boulevard on the east, I-70 on the South, Brooklyn (south of 9th Street), and Paseo (north of 9th Street) on the west. We are unique among the Historic Northeast neighborhoods because we have a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial properties. It is a quiet neighborhood bordering downtown Kansas City, Missouri, and is home to a diverse segment of the city's population.
Join us for our next meeting
Neighborhood meetings are the second Thursday of every month at 6:30 pm through Google Meet!
What do we do as a neighborhood association?
At the Independence Plaza Neighborhood Council, we empower residents to make a real impact in their community. Our work focuses on:
Giving Residents a Voice: We bring your concerns directly to local government, ensuring that neighborhood priorities are heard and addressed.
Addressing Key Community Issues: From managing trash and beautifying public spaces to tackling vacant or unsafe properties, we actively work to improve our streets and homes.
Advocating for Neighborhood Improvement: We partner with local organizations and city agencies to support programs, policies, and projects that make Independence Plaza safer, stronger, and more vibrant.
Enhancing Quality of Life: Through events, initiatives, and ongoing support, we help build a connected, thriving neighborhood where everyone can feel proud to live.
Join us in shaping a safer, cleaner, and more vibrant Independence Plaza—your voice matters!
Our neighbors at Indian Mound put together resources to help with codes violations
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Neighborhood meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of every month, January - November.
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