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Mayor Pape Recognized for His Dedication to Service

Published on May 07, 2026

As part of Public Service Recognition Week, the Kansas Leagues of Municipalities recognized Mayor Bob Pape for his service that has spanned generations. Mayor Bob Pape embodies the true spirit of public service, dedicating more than 50 years of his life to the community he proudly calls home.

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Assistant City Administrator Earns Prestigious ICMA Credential

Published on April 08, 2026

Caitlin Gard, Assistant City Administrator of Merriam, KS, recently received the Credentialed Manager designation from ICMA, the International City/County Management Association.

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Cheers to 75 Years of Merriam!

Published on October 28, 2025

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate 75 wonderful years of our “Just Right” city!

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Merriam Receives Coveted “AAA” Rating from Standard and Poor Global

Published on June 16, 2025

The Standard and Poor Global (S&P) gave the City of Merriam the desired “AAA” credit rating. It’s S&P’s highest rating assigned and should translate to lower interest costs for the City when it issues bonds to help fund the new Merriam Grand Station Marketplace project.

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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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Purchase a Military Tribute Banner

Published on February 17, 2025

Honor your favorite Veteran, active-duty, reserve, and National Guard member with a Military Tribute Banner!

Registration deadline is Feb. 28

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City, Mayor Bob Pape Wins Three State Parks and Recreation Awards

Published on January 28, 2025

We’re proud to announce that the City of Merriam received three state awards from the Kansas Recreation and Park Association on Jan 28.

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Merriam Wins Nine Communication Awards

Published on November 08, 2024

The City of Merriam recently won nine communications awards at the national, state, and local levels!

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Recent Officer of the Year Promoted to Sergeant

Published on October 16, 2024

The 2023 Merriam Police Officer of the Year was promoted to sergeant at the Oct. 14 City Council meeting.

Sgt. Chris Meyers is a 10-year veteran with the police department.

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Merriam Wins National Award; Leads the Way with Quality of Services

Published on August 28, 2024

The City of Merriam leads the way when it comes to customer service and the quality of services it provides our community!

The ETC Institute – a top firm in local government research – recognized the City with its Leading the Way Award.

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Mayor Pape Recognized for His Dedication to Service

Assistant City Administrator Earns Prestigious ICMA Credential

Cheers to 75 Years of Merriam!

Merriam Receives Coveted “AAA” Rating from Standard and Poor Global

Brandon Bates Named 2024 Police Officer of the Year

Purchase a Military Tribute Banner

City, Mayor Bob Pape Wins Three State Parks and Recreation Awards

Merriam Wins Nine Communication Awards

Recent Officer of the Year Promoted to Sergeant

Merriam Wins National Award; Leads the Way with Quality of Services

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