Downtown Plan Online Engagement Tool Now Available Published on May 22, 2026 Online engagement tools, as part of the Downtown Merriam Master Plan process, are now live. These tools give residents, business owners, property owners, and visitors an opportunity to help shape the future of Downtown Merriam. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, City News, Community Development, Downtown
Merriam businesses can extend alcohol sales hours during the World Cup Published on May 11, 2026 Merriam bars, restaurants and liquor stores will have the option to stay open later this summer during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after the city council voted 8-0 to allow extended alcohol sales hours. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, City Council, City News
New Community Improvement District Begins Oct. 1 Published on September 30, 2025 As part of the ongoing Merriam Grand Station and Merriam Grand Marketplace redevelopment, the City of Merriam will begin collecting a 1% Community Improvement District (CID) sales tax on October 1, 2025, to support the revitalization efforts. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, City Council, City News, Community Development
City Council Approves Grand Station Marketplace Development Published on June 17, 2025 Watch for a transformative $102 million mixed-use development north of Shawnee Mission Parkway between Ikea Way and Antioch Road.Merriam City Councilmembers unanimously approved all 13 votes to redevelop this area at a Special City Council meeting on June 16. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, City Council, City News
Small Business Week - May 4-10, 2025 Published on May 05, 2025 Each year in early May, communities across the country recognize National Small Business Week, a time to celebrate the entrepreneurs, family-owned shops, and independent service providers that are the backbone of our local economies. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Milestone Business Anniversaries! Published on February 14, 2024 The City of Merriam sends a big shoutout of congratulations to all the incredible Merriam businesses marking milestones in the 1st quarter of 2024! These business-versaries stand as testaments to the dedication and commitment these businesses have shown toward fostering a vibrant community. Tagged as: , , Business & Economy, City News, Community Development, Honors & Awards
Fall Issue of the Business & Development Digest Published on September 20, 2023 The most recent edition of Merriam's Business & Development Digest has been released. Dive in to discover the latest in development updates, news, community resources, and events that impact our growing business community! Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Charge Up Kansas! Published on April 12, 2023 Calling all business owners! Are you interested in getting an electric vehicle charging station at your workplace? The Kansas Department of Transportation has about $14 million to help pay for designated EV Charging Corridors in the sunflower state. This money can go toward EV charging stations and the cost to install them. Tagged as: , , Business & Economy, Environment
COVID-19 Retail Storefront Property Tax Relief Act Published on March 15, 2023 In June 2022, bipartisan House Bill 2136 was signed into law, investing $50 million to help small businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 Retail Storefront Property Tax Relief Program is still available to provide financial assistance to certain businesses impacted by COVID-19 related shutdowns and restrictions during tax years 2020 and 2021. Tagged as: , , Business & Economy, Community Development
Business License Renewals Due by Jan. 1 Published on December 21, 2022 Before you conduct business in Merriam, you need to get an occupational license. Apply for a new license or renew a license online, by mail, or in person at Merriam City Hall. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, City News