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Moving Merriam Forward

Many changes are coming across Merriam as the City moves forward on several construction projects over the next several years.

You’ll soon see improvements along Merriam Drive and at the old Kmart site. Design work is starting on the Upper Turkey Creek Project to reduce flood risk in downtown Merriam.

All of these projects support major goals of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The Comp Plan was completed in early 2021 with input from residents, business owners, and local officials. It’s used to guide growth and development in Merriam through the year 2040.

Projects and Initiatives

6 Result(s) Found

Downtown Merriam Project

Working to improve one of Merriam’s main roadways, the City studied Merriam Drive between Johnson Drive and Waterfall Park.
The City looked at land uses, traffic, and street design with a goal of making downtown Merriam a more desirable place to live and work. The study also looked at ways to better connect Merriam to Overland Park, Mission, and Kansas City.

Upper Turkey Creek Project

Beginning in 2022, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will determine how to best construct floodwalls and levees along two miles of Turkey Creek, from Shawnee Mission Parkway to Merriam Drive.

Bike-Friendly Merriam

Merriam is becoming a more bike-friendly city. The City concluded a bike study in 2022 that now guides bike mobility improvements for future street projects.

Merriam Comprehensive Plan 2040

The City finalized the Merriam Comprehensive Plan 2040 in 2021. This plan addresses the City's land use, housing, development, sustainability, transportation and mobility, parks and recreation, and facilities and services across our community for the next 20 years.

Merriam Grand Station

In July 2022, Merriam City Councilmembers approved a redevelopment agreement that includes two apartment complexes, space for up to five restaurants or retail businesses, and green space for live music and yard games. There will also be a parking structure on the south end of the property.

Future of 5701 Merriam Drive

In 2020, the Parks and Recreation Department moved into the new Merriam Community Center. What happens to the existing property at 5701 Merriam Drive is of great interest to our residents.

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