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
City of Merriam Launches Downtown Master Plan Published on April 20, 2026 The City of Merriam is excited to announce the official kickoff of its Downtown Master Plan, a forward-looking effort to guide the future of the city’s core as a vibrant, connected, and economically resilient destination. Tagged as: , City News, Downtown
City Council Taps Shockey Consulting to Create Downtown Master Plan Published on March 18, 2026 The Merriam City Council voted last week to hire Shockey Consulting to create a Downtown Master Plan, kicking off an intensive community engagement phase aimed at shaping the area’s future. Tagged as: , City Council, City News, Community Development, Downtown
Merriam Creating Downtown Master Plan to Shape the Future Published on December 18, 2025 Downtown Merriam has long been a place of small-town character, homegrown businesses, and local pride. But for years, development in this area has been limited by significant floodplain constraints and aging infrastructure. Now, we're looking toward the future—with your help. Tagged as: , City Council, City News, Community Development, Downtown
Merriam Dr. Property Removal Supports Long-Term Flood Mitigation Plans Published on October 29, 2025 On Tuesday, Denton Excavating began removal of three properties along Merriam Drive. These properties were purchased by the City in 2024 during open sessions of the City Council (March 25, 2024 and July 22, 2024). On July 14, 2025, the Council awarded the demolition bid to Denton Excavating, a Merriam-based company. Tagged as: , City Council, City News, Community Development, Downtown, Environment
Military Tribute Banners Up on Merriam Drive Published on May 28, 2025 Drive by Merriam Marketplace to see a lineup of military tribute banners along Merriam Drive.The banners honor loved ones who have or are serving in a military branch. Tagged as: , City News, Downtown
Parade of Hearts Sculpture Now on Permanent Display in Merriam Published on October 24, 2024 One of the two Parade of Hearts sculptures the City of Merriam received over the summer is now on permanent display at Merriam Marketplace.The City purchased My Heart Resides in Strawberry Hill by artist Kate E. Burke. Tagged as: , Art, City News, Downtown
Flags 4 Freedom and Patriotic Concert Published on July 03, 2024 Everyone is invited to stop by Merriam Marketplace and downtown Merriam this week to view an astonishing display of 1,000+ American flags that honors our nation.Join us on Thursday, July 4 for a patriotic concert at 1 p.m. Enjoy great music by the American Legion Band of Greater Kansas City, from 1-2 p.m. and delicious food from a local food truck. Tagged as: , City News, Downtown, Events & Activities
Merriam Gets Two Parade of Hearts Sculptures Published on April 16, 2024 Grab your camera and be a part of the ultimate public art experience in Merriam!Our City received two Parade of Hearts sculptures. Stop by Merriam Marketplace to see My Heart Resides in Strawberry Hill by artist Kate E. Burke, and then head to Merriam Historic Plaza to check out Stitched Together by Leah Dwyer. Tagged as: , Art, City News, Downtown
New Record for 2023 Turkey Creek Car & Motorcycle Show Entries Published on September 11, 2023 Drivers of classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles made their way to downtown Merriam this weekend – and set a new record in the process! Tagged as: , City News, Downtown