The Kansas City, MO Fire Department is making it a priority to inform its citizens about the affordable ambulance service membership plan for Medically Necessary emergency transports. The cost is $59/year for insured households or $99/year for uninsured households.

Here’s how it works. The Fire Department bills your medical insurance carrier, and whatever is not covered, is written off. For example, the average ambulance cost is about $900. If you have health insurance that pays 50% of the cost, the Ambulance membership pays the balance. For more information or for brochures, contact Debra Venerable at 816-300-8828.

Jerusalem StoneAt this year’s Waldo Fall Festival, Jackson County Legislator Scott Burnett and outgoing Waldo Mayor Jerry Singer presented the dedication of the first honorary marker on Waldo’s new “Walk
of Fame” located at the Waldo monument, 75th St. and Wornall Rd. Dr John J. Turley was remembered as a “Proud Waldonian, Selfless Volunteer, a Steadfast Legacy and a Gentle Soul.”
His family was present to accept a photograph of the memorial.

Anyone who has traveled through Brookside recently has seen a lot of improvements. The north side of Brookside is now easier to navigate, thanks to the new sidewalks and parking lot striping. Previously you could not walk from JUlIAn to Elements-Wellness spa studio without traveling in the street or in the parking lot. Now there are beautiful, wide sidewalks that allow pedestrians to get from Brookside Plaza to Main Street. The parking lot across from the Brookside Market has been given a face-lift as well with a new parking lot configuration. The new design allows for easier parking and less congestion. The Brookside Community Improvement District board strives to improve the pedestrian-friendly areas and ensure the safety of those walking, biking or driving through the Brookside district.

Soon you will see more places to secure your bikes while doing business or having fun in Waldo! The Waldo Community Improvement District purchased 10 custom-made bike racks complete with the historic Waldo logo. As the popularity of bicycle riding increases, we want to encourage and support those who peddle through the area. Two racks are already installed at habitat Restore, 303 W 79th St. and others will be strategically placed throughout the areas along Wornall Rd. and Gregory Blvd.

Waldo Fall Festival crowdOn Saturday, September 22nd the corner of 75th St./Wornall Rd was alive with music and dancing, pooches parading their talents, children climbing walls and through an obstacle course while vendors and organizations showed off their wares. Waldo gave a hearty send off to Mayor Jerry Singer and thanked him for all his tireless efforts supporting and promoting Waldo over the last year. The newly inaugurated Mayor Melissa Saubers shared pompoms and encouraged everyone to cheer on Waldo for the next year!

It’s that time of year…. Get ready to celebrate the 20th Annual Waldo Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 22nd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The corner of 75th Street and Wornall Road will again be alive with music, games, rides and tents filled with food and vendor booths.

Come early for the pancake breakfast at Broadway/Redemption United Methodist Church and the Trolley Bike Ride and finish the day by enjoying the Junebugs and the Porchlights.