Legislative Relations Meeting (9/21/26) | LEE'S SUMMIT, MO

The City of Lee's Summit Legislative Relations Committee met on September 21, 2026, to discuss various legislative priorities and procurement-related matters. A significant portion of the meeting focused on reviewing and refining the city's 2027 legislative priorities document, aiming to clarify language and ensure it effectively communicates key issues such as transportation funding, municipal revenue protection, and economic development partnerships. The committee emphasized the importance of concise, clear messaging for legislators and tasked staff with producing a polished draft for approval by early December ahead of legislative sessions. Additionally, the committee received an update on a recently closed Request for Proposals (RFP) for lobbyist services, noting two bids were received and outlining the upcoming scoring and interview process to select a vendor. Other discussions included coordination of regional events and outreach efforts, but no specific contract awards or capital projects were approved during this meeting.