Next Council Meeting
Monday 10/24
6:00pm
Live & Zoom

Parks & Rec Activities

October 

10/14
8:00am         Walking Club

10/15
9:00am         Sweetest Little Arts and Crafts Show
Onka Hall

10/17
8:00am         Walking Club
5:30pm                 Zumba

10/19
8:00am         Walking Club
5:30pm                 Zumba

10/20
10:30am         Zumba Gold

10/21
8:00am         Walking Club
10:00am             Day Trip to Jamesport
Park at Police Station

Arts & Craft Fair Updates

Do you like making gifts, crafts and Fall decor?
Do you like looking at gifts, crafts and Fall decor?
Do you like buying gifts, crafts and Fall decor?

Then, You Are In Luck!
Here Are Two Local Opportunities
In The Month Of October.

October 15
9am - 4pm
Free to the Public
Mike Onka Hall   

October 22
10am - 4pm
Grace Church
1915 N. Liberty
Independence, Mo 64050

We Want Your Opinion

A volunteer group is working on a vision and strategy to advance economic and community development  in Sugar Creek.
The effort is being led by experienced professionals and they're looking for your thoughts and ideas
to help the community thrive economically and improve overall quality of life.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts in an online survey by clicking on this link.
To keep the process rolling we're gathering responses until October 15th.
Thank you!

This november's election is unlike any previous mid-term election. Please, make sure you are registered to vote, that you know where to vote and that you exercise your constitutional right to vote on the issues you believe in.

Are You Ready To Vote On November 8, 2022?

For More Information Go To: www.jcebmo.org
On this website you will find: Voter Information Lookup
Next Election, 11/8, Information Missouri Law Change - HB1878 Effective 8/28/2022
New Photo ID Requirements & Absentee Voter Updates

Crime Report September 2022

Classification         Freq    Percent

Domestice Violence    1    1.47%
Fire              4    7.27%
Suspicious Person    1    1.82%
Larceny              7    12.73%
Crisis Intervention    7    12.73%
Vehicle Pursuits         1    1.82%
Vandalism         1    1.82%
Drug Possession         3    5.45%
Ordinance Violation    14    25.45%
Burgleries         0    0.00%
Destruction of Property    3    5.45%
Dog Violation         0    0.00%
DUI              3    5.45%
Recovered Property    8    14.55%
Shots Fired         0    0.00%
Exparte              0    0.00%
Noise Disturbance    0    0.00%
Missing Persons         0    0.00%
Robberies         0    0.00%
Trespass         2    3.64%
Forced Entry         1    1.82%
Stolen Auto         0    0.00%
ATM CC Fraud         0    0.00%
Fraud              0    0.00%
Harassment         2    3.64%
Stolen Propert         1    1.82%
Illegal Dumping         0    0.00%
Assualt              0    0.00%
Juvenil Offense         1    1.82%
Runaway         0    0.00%
Outside Agency         0    0.00%
Foot Pursuit         0    0.00%
Distrubance         4    7.27%
Soliciting         0    0.00%
Animal Control         1    1.82%
Possession         3    5.45%                    
    Total         68    100.00%

Covid Information

Monkeypox in EJC

Monkeypox cases in Jackson County remain very low. Plus, vaccines are now available for those at high risk!

Need to catch up? Our monkeypox FAQ covers local testing, vaccines, and more.

October Republic Trash And Yardwaste Pickup

The next Trash and Yardwaste pickup day is Friday 10/14

October Trash And Yardwaste Pickups Will Be The Following Fridays: 14,21,28

Now that we are officially in the -berrrrr months, celebrate by dining in or ordering take-out
at your favorite Sugar Creek Restaurant.

Enjoy!

Kema's Bakery              816-886-6536
Tues-Fri 8:00 - 13:00 (That's 1pm!) 

Kross's                  816-254-9494

Peking Express    11330 E. US 24 Hiway

Sugar Inn              816-461-0078

Sterling Bowl        816-252-2111

Taco Bell      11120 E. US 24 Hiway   

National Days In October

October 14

National Dessert Day -
Celebrate by purchasing goodies at your local bakery, grandma’s house or chocolate shop, desserts include candies, pies, ice cream, fruits, cookies, pastries, cobblers, and donuts, too. 

National Real Sugar Day -
On this day, we celebrate the people who harvest sugar crops and learn about it’s origins.
We also learn how to balance a healthy diet, while enjoying enjoy food made with real sugar.

National Be Bald and Be Free Day -
Bared noggins take the spotlight during this holiday.
It recognizes the beauty of a naked scalp.
Baldness comes in several forms, too.

National Chocolate-Covered Insect Day

October 14 Birthdays!
Dwight D. Eisenhower
George Floyd
Usher - Singer
Ralph Lauren
Roger Moore - Movie Actor

Funny Fall Jokes!

Q:   Why did the pumpkin lose the boxing match?
A:   He let down his gourd!

Q:   What do lumberjacks yell at the start of fall?
A:   Sep-timbrrrrrrrrrrrr!

Q:   Why did the tree decide to start taking art classes?
A:   The tree wanted to branch out!

Q:   What do the leaves say before they hibernate?

Look for the answer below.

New Finance Department Software Allows You To Pay Online!

Our new online payment system is live!
Pay your utility bill online at
https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/sugarcreekmo/utilities .

To make a payment or set up an account, you will need your account number and the amount of your last payment.
Setting up an account will also give you access to your consumption and account history, as well as the ability to sign up for electronic billing.
Please contact City Hall for assistance at 816-252-4400.

A:   Rake me up when September ends.