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Posted on: September 5, 2017
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Explore What’s Happening in Merriam with Our Summer Highlights & Recreation Magazine
Posted on: April 1, 2020
April 1 is Census Day
Posted on: April 1, 2020
Regional Efforts to Support Small Businesses as New Relief Loan Fund Announced Today
Posted on: March 31, 2020
Spring Large-Item Pickup Canceled
Posted on: March 31, 2020
Fill Out Your 2020 Census Online or by Phone
Posted on: March 25, 2020
Local Love While Social Distancing
Posted on: March 26, 2020
Play it Safe – Avoid Our Playgrounds
Posted on: March 25, 2020
City of Merriam Cancellations and Postponements
Posted on: March 23, 2020
Merriam Municipal Court Suspended Through May 11
Posted on: March 19, 2020
Citywide Tree Limb Pickup Postponed Until July
Posted on: March 18, 2020
I-35 Traffic Alerts
Posted on: March 16, 2020
Merriam City Offices Closing to the Public Today at Noon
Posted on: March 17, 2020
The City of Merriam Prepares to Help Limit the Spread of COVID-19
Posted on: March 13, 2020
Merriam Community Center Opens to the Public June 8
Posted on: March 10, 2020
Merriam Police Sgt. Chris Brokaw Promoted to Captain
Posted on: March 11, 2020
Merriam Police Use New Lost and Found Pet Service Provider
Posted on: March 9, 2020
Public Works Hosting Public Meeting on March 11
Posted on: March 6, 2020
2020 Visitors Guide!
Posted on: February 25, 2020
Franchise Fee Rebate Program Starts Feb. 3
Posted on: January 30, 2020
The City of Merriam to Host Job Fair for New Community Center Feb. 26
Posted on: February 18, 2020
Merriam Voters Approve 1/4-cent Special Sales Tax Renewal
Posted on: January 29, 2020
Public Meeting Tomorrow on Sidewalk Infill Program
Posted on: February 4, 2020
New Firetruck to Serve Merriam Residents
Posted on: January 24, 2020
Tim Murphy Art Gallery Line Up for 2020
Posted on: January 16, 2020
¼-Cent Special Sales Tax Renewal Vote This Month
Posted on: January 6, 2020
Johnson Drive Street Improvements Public Meeting
Posted on: January 21, 2020
Two New Councilmembers Sworn In
Posted on: January 14, 2020
¼-Cent Special Sales Tax Renewal Vote in January 2020
Posted on: October 29, 2019
City of Merriam to Pick Up Real Christmas Trees Curbside Starting Jan. 6
Posted on: January 3, 2020
Watch Video to Learn More about the ¼-Cent Special Sales Tax Renewal Vote
Posted on: December 11, 2019
Exterior Home Improvement Grants Coming Back in 2020
Posted on: December 12, 2019
Find Out What’s Happening in Merriam in Our Winter/Spring Highlights & Recreation Magazine
Posted on: November 25, 2019
Merriam Police Working Overtime Thanksgiving Week
Posted on: November 21, 2019
Police Department Promotes Two Officers to Corporals
Posted on: November 12, 2019
Visitors Guide Wins State Award
Posted on: October 29, 2019
City of Merriam’s New Finance Director Starts Today
Posted on: October 28, 2019
Buckle Your Seatbelt - Merriam Police to Participate in “Ticket or Treat” Next Week
Posted on: October 24, 2019
First Curbside Leaf Pickup Tuesday, Oct. 29
Posted on: October 25, 2019
City of Merriam Wins State Award from League of Kansas Municipalities
Posted on: October 16, 2019
Police Department Adds Two New Officers
Posted on: October 15, 2019
Free, Large-Item Pickup October 21-25
Posted on: October 9, 2019
Jim MacDonald Promoted to Public Works Director
Posted on: September 24, 2019
Major Darren McLaughlin Named Merriam Police Chief
Posted on: September 23, 2019
Live Music and Free Family Fun at Merriam Drive Live This Saturday
Posted on: October 2, 2019
Give Your Input About Merriam's Future on September 28 or October 5
Posted on: September 26, 2019
Finance Director Cindy Ehart Retires After 15 Years with City
Posted on: September 23, 2019
Construction Crews Are Installing New Sidewalks in Several Neighborhoods and Along SMP
Posted on: September 19, 2019
City of Merriam Holds Topping Out Ceremony
Posted on: September 18, 2019
Turkey Creek Car & Motorcycle Show This Saturday
Posted on: September 12, 2019
Merriam Police Officer Receives Life Saving Award
Posted on: September 10, 2019
Merriam Wins Award of Excellence for its Highlights and Recreation Magazine
Posted on: September 9, 2019
Merriam Wins Best Neighborhood Farmers Market on Nextdoor for Third Year in a Row
Posted on: August 16, 2019
Merriam Police Starts Drunk Driving Campaign Tomorrow
Posted on: August 14, 2019
City Council Accepts 5701 Merriam Drive Steering Committee’s Final Report
Posted on: August 13, 2019
New Public Art to be Dedicated During National Night Out/Party in YOUR Park Celebration
Posted on: August 1, 2019
Explore What’s Happening in Merriam with Our Fall Highlights & Recreation Magazine
Posted on: July 29, 2019
Find Construction Projects Across Merriam with New Interactive Map
Posted on: July 24, 2019
Help Wanted: Ward 1 Resident to Serve on City’s Parks and Rec Advisory Board
Posted on: July 23, 2019
Highlights from City’s 2018 Financial Report Now Available
Posted on: June 12, 2019
New Councilmember Ceremonially Sworn In
Posted on: June 11, 2019
Take a Walk and Listen to Merriam’s Interactive History Tour
Posted on: June 4, 2019
Annual Click It or Ticket Campaign Starts Monday
Posted on: May 17, 2019
Neighborhood Block Party Grants Now Available
Posted on: May 16, 2019
Filing Deadline to Run for Merriam City Council is June 3
Posted on: May 13, 2019
Ward 1 Representative Needed to Serve on Parks and Rec Advisory Board
Posted on: May 10, 2019
Plant Installation for Neighborhood Island Grant Due by June 15
Posted on: May 9, 2019
Travel Matters in Merriam!
Posted on: May 8, 2019
Merriam Residents Give Feedback on the Future of 5701 Merriam Drive
Posted on: April 30, 2019
Merriam Police Uses Phone App to Create New Neighborhood Watch Program
Posted on: April 24, 2019
Merriam Police Officer Receives Life Saving Award
Posted on: April 23, 2019
Public Meeting Dates Set to Explore Future Opportunities at 5701 Merriam Drive
Posted on: March 29, 2019
Advisory Committee Members Needed to Update City's Comprehensive Plan
Posted on: April 19, 2019
Merriam Police Officers Will Be in Full Force During “Weed Day”
Posted on: April 18, 2019
City of Merriam Receives Engineering Excellence Award for Johnson Drive Project
Posted on: April 3, 2019
Explore What’s Happening in Merriam with Our Summer Highlights & Recreation Magazine
Posted on: March 28, 2019
Capt. Todd Allen Named Acting Police Chief
Posted on: March 26, 2019
Free Tree Limb Pickup Starts Monday; Large-Item Pickup in April
Posted on: March 19, 2019
Ward One Councilmember Weems Resigns; Council Seeks Candidate to Fill Vacant Seat
Posted on: February 26, 2019
2019 Heartland Exhibition Winners Announced
Posted on: March 13, 2019
Merriam Police Department Names its 2018 Officer of the Year
Posted on: March 12, 2019
Records Clerk to Retire After Nearly 30 Years with the City of Merriam
Posted on: March 7, 2019
City of Merriam Statement Regarding Community Petitions
Posted on: March 1, 2019
Merriam Police Chief to Retire in April After More Than Three Decades with Department
Posted on: February 25, 2019
Franchise Fee Rebate Program Now Taking Applications
Posted on: February 19, 2019
Merriam Non-Discrimination Ordinance Now In Effect
Posted on: January 24, 2019
Merriam Welcomes New Fire Captain
Posted on: January 23, 2019
Merriam Officer Receives Life Saving Award
Posted on: January 17, 2019
Merriam Welcomes Two New Police Officers
Posted on: January 16, 2019
Limb Drop Off Available January 16-23
Posted on: January 14, 2019
Building Permit Map Now Available Online
Posted on: January 10, 2019
Merriam Seeks Facilitator to Help with Future of 5701 Merriam Drive Process
Posted on: January 4, 2019
City of Merriam Wins National Finance Award
Posted on: December 27, 2018
Merriam Police Take Kids Holiday Shopping
Posted on: December 19, 2018
Carter Ave. Closed Dec. 15-17
Posted on: December 13, 2018
City Council Honors Outgoing Planning Commission Chair for 30 Years of Service
Posted on: December 13, 2018
Fire Department Captain Retires After 32 Years of Serving Merriam Residents
Posted on: December 11, 2018
City Council to Consider a Non-Discrimination Ordinance on Dec. 10
Posted on: December 4, 2018
High School Visual Arts Competition on December 6 at the Tim Murphy Art Gallery
Posted on: December 3, 2018
Discover Upcoming City Happenings with Our Latest Issue of Highlights & Recreation Magazine
Posted on: November 28, 2018
Exterior Home Improvement Grant Program a Success; Coming Back in 2019
Posted on: November 27, 2018
Traffic Alert: Complete Closure at 67th St. and BNSF Railroad Tracks Begins Dec. 3
Posted on: November 20, 2018
City of Merriam Wins Prestigious National Award for Innovative and Effective Workplace Practices
Posted on: November 19, 2018
Merriam Police to Increase Enforcement During Thanksgiving Week
Posted on: November 15, 2018
Merriam Police Officer Receives Second Life Saving Award
Posted on: October 23, 2018
Help Stuff Our Holiday Barrels to Support Local Families
Posted on: October 10, 2018
Merriam Police to Enforce Seatbelt Use Near Schools During Halloween Week
Posted on: October 18, 2018
City Seeks Volunteers to Serve on the 5701 Merriam Drive Steering Committee
Posted on: October 12, 2018
Citywide Fall Cleanup Dates Announced
Posted on: October 1, 2018
Music Festival Coming to Downtown Merriam on October 6
Posted on: September 27, 2018
City Council Approves Overall Design of Merriam Community Center
Posted on: September 25, 2018
Merriam Resident Said an Emergency Card Saved Her Life and Wants You to Have One
Posted on: September 13, 2018
Merriam Community Center Project Update
Posted on: August 24, 2018
Merriam Police Ride Bikes to Enhance Community Policing
Posted on: August 20, 2018
Merriam Police to Step Up Drunk Driving Patrol During Statewide Campaign
Posted on: August 14, 2018
More Pedestrian HAWK Lights Coming to Merriam
Posted on: August 8, 2018
Merriam Municipal Court Will Hold Two Amnesty Days
Posted on: July 17, 2018
Public Open House for New Community Center on Monday
Posted on: July 26, 2018
Two-Week Full Closure on Johnson Drive at Turkey Creek Bridge to Begin July 20
Posted on: July 5, 2018
Thin Blue Line American Flags on Display at Flags 4 Freedom
Posted on: July 2, 2018
Explore Local Parks in July with the Park Passport Program
Posted on: June 28, 2018
Four-Month Construction Project on Johnson Drive to Begin June 18
Posted on: June 14, 2018
Public Open House for New Community Center Concept June 21
Posted on: June 12, 2018
Merriam Police Issues 124 Seatbelt Tickets During Click It or Ticket Campaign
Posted on: June 4, 2018
The City of Merriam Wants You to Get to Know Your Neighbors
Posted on: May 30, 2018
Click It or Ticket Campaign Begins Monday
Posted on: May 17, 2018
Merriam City Council Approves New Public Art Project
Posted on: May 16, 2018
Merriam Police Detective Promoted to Corporal
Posted on: May 15, 2018
City of Merriam Will Match Residents’ Stormwater Improvement Efforts
Posted on: May 9, 2018
Public Open House on New Community Center Design Postponed
Posted on: May 1, 2018
City of Merriam Scores High in Resident Satisfaction
Posted on: April 25, 2018
Merriam Police Makes Pledge for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Posted on: April 24, 2018
Fire Department Releases Annual Report
Posted on: April 12, 2018
Merriam Hires New Prosecutor
Posted on: April 10, 2018
Merriam Recognized as a 2017 Tree City USA
Posted on: March 29, 2018
City Partners with Neighborhoods on Beautification Efforts
Posted on: March 26, 2018
Spring Fling Recycling and Large-Item Pickup Dates
Posted on: March 22, 2018
Police: DDACTS Enforcement on Right Track After One Year
Posted on: March 20, 2018
Merriam Police Host Two Events to Raise Money for Special Olympics Kansas
Posted on: March 15, 2018
Citywide Spring Tree Limb Pickup Begins March 19
Posted on: March 12, 2018
22nd Annual Heartland Artist Exhibition Winners Announced
Posted on: March 6, 2018
Merriam Police Name Officer of the Year, Two Other Officers Promoted at Annual Meeting
Posted on: March 2, 2018
Police Department Releases Annual Report
Posted on: February 27, 2018
22nd Annual Heartland Artist Exhibition Begins Saturday at the Tim Murphy Art Gallery
Posted on: February 28, 2018
Merriam Police to Host Open House for Newly Remodeled Building
Posted on: February 21, 2018
Merriam Seeks Qualified Part-Time Prosecutor
Posted on: February 15, 2018
Merriam Receives Engineering Excellence Award
Posted on: February 13, 2018
Public Hearing Scheduled During Feb. 7 Planning Commission Meeting
Posted on: January 29, 2018
Downtown Merriam Partnership Wins State Award
Posted on: January 25, 2018
Merriam Police Officer Receives Life Saving Award
Posted on: January 23, 2018
Merriam Municipal Court Cases Now Available Online
Posted on: January 18, 2018
City of Merriam Offers Franchise Fee Rebate to Qualified Residents
Posted on: January 17, 2018
Merriam Receives Coveted “AAA” Rating from Standard and Poor's Global
Posted on: January 16, 2018
Be Prepared – Snow and Ice is in the Forecast
Posted on: January 10, 2018
Your Response to Mailed Citizen Survey Will Improve City’s Future
Posted on: January 10, 2018
New Councilmember Sworn into Office
Posted on: January 9, 2018
2018 Tim Murphy Art Gallery Schedule Announced
Posted on: January 4, 2018
Merriam Now Hiring for 2018 Pool Season at the MAC
Posted on: December 22, 2017
Merriam Excited to See Third Wayside Horn Activated
Posted on: December 20, 2017
Merriam Police Participates in Operation Rudolph
Posted on: December 18, 2017
Johnson County Residential Property Valuation
Posted on: December 14, 2017
You Can Now Sign Up for Merriam’s Police Citizens Academy
Posted on: December 6, 2017
Overland Park Fire Marshal Issues Burn Ban for Merriam Residents
Posted on: December 4, 2017
You Can Now Register Your Pets Online
Posted on: December 4, 2017
Merriam to Dedicate Public Art on Friday
Posted on: November 29, 2017
Traffic Alert: Shawnee Mission Parkway Lane Closures Start Tomorrow
Posted on: November 27, 2017
Merriam Residents Can Apply for an Exterior Home Improvement Grant in January
Posted on: November 20, 2017
New Sound System to Reduce Train Noise Pollution in Merriam
Posted on: November 15, 2017
Local Artist’s Work Donated to IBFCC
Posted on: November 14, 2017
Unofficial Election Results
Posted on: November 8, 2017
Wanted: Advertisers
Posted on: November 7, 2017
Merriam Wins National Award for Finance Report
Posted on: October 19, 2017
Large-Item and Curbside Leaf Pickup Available to Merriam Residents
Posted on: October 10, 2017
New Online Burn Permit Application
Posted on: October 5, 2017
Merriam Hosts Inaugural Pickleball Festival
Posted on: September 29, 2017
New Sidewalks to Bridge Merriam Residents with City Amenities
Posted on: September 25, 2017
You Can Help Overland Park Fire Department Save Lives
Posted on: September 20, 2017
Merriam Voters Approve New Community Center
Posted on: September 15, 2017
New Playground Equipment Installed at Quail Creek Park
Posted on: September 14, 2017
Merriam Police Pull Over 74 Drivers During Drunk Driving Campaign
Posted on: September 7, 2017
Get the Facts - Your Vote Counts
Posted on: September 6, 2017
6-Year-Old Wins Merriam Park Passport Program
Posted on: August 30, 2017
Read Our Blog
Posted on: September 5, 2017
Community Center Mail-In Vote
Posted on: June 28, 2017
Join Team Merriam: Check out new job openings!
Posted on: March 27, 2017
Work begins on Shawnee Mission Parkway bridge over railroad tracks in March
Posted on: March 3, 2017
Brian Knaff selected as Ward 2 council member
Posted on: February 28, 2017
2016 Year-in-Review video now online
Posted on: February 14, 2017
Final Parks Facilities Master Plan released after Council presentation
Posted on: January 9, 2017
Merriam Police officers honored with awards of valor
Posted on: November 21, 2016
Frequently Asked Questions: Parks Facilities Master Plan
Posted on: October 28, 2016
Police officers participate in low-light training exercise
Posted on: October 26, 2016
Parks & Rec Facilities Master Plan news
Posted on: September 21, 2016
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