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Merriam City Council Votes for Single Trash Hauler

Published on April 29, 2025

On April 28, the Merriam City Council voted to pass an ordinance establishing an organized collection service for residential trash, recycling, and yard waste with GFL Environmental Inc.

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Traffic Alert: Northbound I-35

Published on April 10, 2025

Starting Monday, April 14, the Kansas Department of Transportation is beginning a seven-month construction project on northbound I-35, from just north of 95th St. to I-635.

Construction crews are repaving the highway, patching concrete, and repairing barrier walls.

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Explore Merriam with the Summer 2025 Highlights & Recreation Magazine

Published on April 07, 2025

You can now view the Summer 2025 Merriam Highlights & Recreation magazine!

Find information about City news and services, upcoming community events, and Parks and Recreation activities and classes.

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Single Hauler Trash Service Update

Published on March 25, 2025

Since July, the City Council has explored a citywide trash, recycling, and yard waste contract after a 2024 Community Satisfaction survey found that 65% support exploring the issue.

After receiving feedback from community residents through our online form and social media, along with a bid process, the City Council is considering a provider.

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Police Officers Wear New Badge in Honor of 75 Years

Published on March 21, 2025

Merriam police officers are wearing new commemorative badges through the end of next year. You can also see the new badge on all Merriam police cars.

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Spring Tree Limb Pickup March 24-28

Published on March 18, 2025

The City is offering FREE curbside tree limb pickup. Please place your branches and limbs curbside by 7 a.m. on March 24. Public Works crews will collect piles throughout the week.

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MCC Helps With Workplace Opportunities for Adults with Disabilities

Published on March 17, 2025

Merriam Community Center staff is partnering with Project SEARCH AdventHealth Shawnee Mission to help students with disabilities transition from school to work.

Through this program, Shawnee Mission School District students develop life and work skills to help get employment in an inclusive setting.

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Kids Get a Free Book with Swim Lessons

Published on March 14, 2025

Kids ages 6 to 12 taking swim lessons at the Merriam Community Center will receive a free book called “Swim Team” once they complete their sessions.

It’s part of a collaboration between the Merriam Park, Recreation & Community Center Foundation and a former Merriam Dolphins swim team alumnus, Steve Sears.

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2024 Annual Report Brings All Department Highlights Together

Published on March 12, 2025

You can now view a snapshot of the year’s biggest moments and accomplishments with the City of Merriam’s 2024 Annual Report.

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Brandon Bates Named 2024 Police Officer of the Year

Published on March 11, 2025

Congratulations to Master Police Officer Brandon Bates for being named the 2024 Merriam Police Department Officer of the Year!

Merriam Police Chief Darren McLaughlin and Mayor Bob Pape honored him at the March 10 City Council meeting.

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News Articles

Merriam City Council Votes for Single Trash Hauler

Traffic Alert: Northbound I-35

Explore Merriam with the Summer 2025 Highlights & Recreation Magazine

Single Hauler Trash Service Update

Police Officers Wear New Badge in Honor of 75 Years

Spring Tree Limb Pickup March 24-28

MCC Helps With Workplace Opportunities for Adults with Disabilities

Kids Get a Free Book with Swim Lessons

2024 Annual Report Brings All Department Highlights Together

Brandon Bates Named 2024 Police Officer of the Year

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