The City of Merriam is finalizing plans for the future design of Merriam Drive in downtown Merriam. The Mid-America Regional Council Planning Sustainable Places grant partially funded two planning projects: Downtown Merriam and Merriam Connected Corridor. These two plans cover Merriam Drive from Johnson Drive to Southwest Boulevard. Planning goals for the projects include combining complete street concepts, appropriate land uses, streetscape enhancements, and the design and layout of Merriam Drive.
Get Involved The two projects began in fall 2021 and are guided by local residents, business owners, local officials, and community leaders
Drop in and see the progress of each plan and give your feedback. The goal is to complete the design of Merriam Drive by the end of the year with construction starting in 2023.
Downtown Merriam Public Open House Thursday, April 7 5:30–7:30 p.m. Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.
Merriam Connected Corridor Public Open House Tuesday, April 12 5:30–7:30 p.m. Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St.
Both plans are scheduled to be finalized by the end of April and presented to the City Council. Residents can follow the progress and see final plans at merriam.org/downtown.
Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St., 66202, View Map
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