Declaration for Independence
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  • Libraries and Museums
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering at the Mid-Continent Public Library.” ~ Brent Schondelmeyer, 56
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by recycling my cell phone.” ~ Emily Jackson, 27
  • Animals
    “I Declare for Independence by adopting a Pet.” ~ Nick, 32
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping Local .” ~ Robert Heacock
  • Libraries and Museums
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering with National Frontier Trails Museum Library and Archives.” ~ Elizabeth, 63
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping Local .” ~ Jim Schultz
  • Animals
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering as a Hoof-n-Hound.” ~ Alyn, 16
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering at SantaCaliGon Days.” ~ Sandy Naylor, 71
  • Animals
    “I Declare for Independence by adopting a Pet.” ~ Joe, 29
  • Neighborhoods
    “I Declare for Independence by helping build a home in a neighborhood.” ~ Jennifer Sarna
  • Faith-Based Programs
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering at a local faith-based organization.” ~ Mark Simmons
  • Neighborhoods
    “I Declare for Independence by applying for a neighborhood block party grant.” ~ Tim, 54
  • Animals
    “I Declare for Independence by adopting a Pet.” ~ Robert Heacock
  • Families
    “I Declare for Independence by honoring military service memories of our local veterans by visiting the Truman Memorial Building.” ~ Herman, 77
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by participating in an Independence Council for Economic Development event to support and enhance economic growth .” ~ Don, 60
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by buying produce from the local farmer's market.” ~ Robert Heacock
  • Neighborhoods
    “I Declare for Independence by helping build a home in a neighborhood.” ~ Vicki Henderson
  • Parks and Recreation
    “I Declare for Independence by visiting a Jackson County Park.” ~ Robbie Makinen
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by participating in an Independence Council for Economic Development event to support and enhance economic growth .” ~ Jim Schultz
  • Families
    “I Declare for Independence by honoring military service memories of our local veterans by visiting the Truman Memorial Building.” ~ Jim Page
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping in Maywood.” ~ Rob, 37
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by joining a Parent Teacher Association (PTA).” ~ Jo Anne Reed
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by participating in the Independence Chamber of Commerce L.E.A.D. Program.” ~ Jenni Mann, 28
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by recycling at the City's Drop Off Depot.” ~ Nickie, 26
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping in Maywood.” ~ A.J., 49
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering for Project Shine.” ~ Kiwanis Club of Independence
  • Parks and Recreation
    “I Declare for Independence by visiting a Jackson County Park.” ~ Samala Jo Smith, 23
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by becoming a "Helping Hand" for the Independence School District.” ~ Sandy
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering for Project Shine.” ~ Sandy Naylor, 71
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping on the Square .” ~ Jennifer Gaye
  • Faith-Based Programs
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering at a local faith-based organization.” ~ Todd Merriott
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by attending an art gallery walk.” ~ Tom, 45
  • Seniors
    “I Declare for Independence by packaging meals to be delivered to homebound senior adults.” ~ Elizabeth, 63
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by assisting wtih community gardens.” ~ Rick, 50
  • Neighborhoods
    “I Declare for Independence by helping build a home in a neighborhood.” ~ John, 55
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by committing to spending $50 in 3 local stores each month.” ~ Jeff Anger, 35
  • Donate Resources or Money
    “I Declare for Independence by donating to the Truman Heartland Community Foundation.” ~ Brent Schondelmeyer, 56
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by participating in an Independence Council for Economic Development event to support and enhance economic growth .” ~ Steve Mauer
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by being a Youth Friend.” ~ Melynda Meredith
  • Faith-Based Programs
    “I Declare for Independence by visiting an historic religious site.” ~ Jerry, 41
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by buying produce from the local farmer's market.” ~ Juan , 48
  • Faith-Based Programs
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering at a local faith-based organization.” ~ Dixie Lee
  • Faith-Based Programs
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering at a local faith-based organization.” ~ Shirley Murdock
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by being a Youth Friend.” ~ Debbie
  • Families
    “I Declare for Independence by detering Crime in your Neighborhood.” ~ Lynda Kenan-Kidwell
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by recycling my cell phone.” ~ Tom, 45
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by telling three friends about my favorite Independence businesses.” ~ Jim, 62
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by telling three friends about my favorite Independence businesses.” ~ Tom, 45
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by being a Youth Friend.” ~ Cindi Dodson, 59
  • Parks and Recreation
    “I Declare for Independence by visiting a Jackson County Park.” ~ Victoria Easley, 25
  • Neighborhoods
    “I Declare for Independence by participating in the Neighborhood Watch Program.” ~ Sandy Naylor, 71
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping Local .” ~ Mark Simmons
  • Neighborhoods
    “I Declare for Independence by helping build a home in a neighborhood.” ~ Rob Buell
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping on the Square .” ~ Amy Knipp, 42
  • Families
    “I Declare for Independence by detering Crime in your Neighborhood.” ~ Jim Schultz
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by committing to spending $50 in 3 local stores each month.” ~ Donald Coffman, 66
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping on the Square .” ~ Mia Beesley, 42
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by supporting Fairmount Businesses.” ~ John Pinch
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping in Englewood.” ~ Jim, 62
  • Faith-Based Programs
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering at a local faith-based organization.” ~ sam morefield, 29
  • Parks and Recreation
    “I Declare for Independence by visiting a Jackson County Park.” ~ Rick, 50
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering as a classroom assistant in a local school.” ~ Robbie Makinen
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by buying produce from the local farmer's market.” ~ Mindy, 39
  • Donate Resources or Money
    “I Declare for Independence by participating in the Caring Communities program.” ~ Roselynn Burke, 29
  • Families
    “I Declare for Independence by detering Crime in your Neighborhood.” ~ Jim Page
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by participating in an Independence Council for Economic Development event to support and enhance economic growth .” ~ Jenni Mann, 28
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by being a Youth Friend.” ~ Jenni Mann, 28
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by patronizing a business I have never visited before.” ~ Don, 60
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by being a Youth Friend.” ~ Regina Moore
  • Volunteer
    “I Declare for Independence by joining the City's Language Corps.” ~ Tim, 54
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping on the Square .” ~ Roselynn Burke, 29
  • Libraries and Museums
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering with National Frontier Trails Museum Library and Archives.” ~ Leanna
  • Donate Resources or Money
    “I Declare for Independence by donating to ISHARE to help others with their utility bills.” ~ Bob, 56
  • Animals
    “I Declare for Independence by adopting a Pet.” ~ Ann, 37
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by recycling my cell phone.” ~ George, 49
  • Families
    “I Declare for Independence by honoring military service memories of our local veterans by visiting the Truman Memorial Building.” ~ Robert Heacock
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by being a Youth Friend.” ~ Sandy Naylor, 71
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by patronizing a business I have never visited before.” ~ Victoria Easley, 25
  • Support Local Business
    “I Declare for Independence by shopping in Englewood.” ~ Cole, 17
  • Youth
    “I Declare for Independence by serving as a museum educator at the National Frontier Trails Museum.” ~ Juan , 48
  • Donate Resources or Money
    “I Declare for Independence by donating or Volunteering at the Drumm Farm.” ~ Kiwanis Club of Independence
  • Donate Resources or Money
    “I Declare for Independence by donating Resources or Time through the United Way of Greater Kansas City.” ~ Christina
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by assisting wtih community gardens.” ~ Sarah, 17
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by recycling at the City's Drop Off Depot.” ~ Sandy Gulley, 61
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by being a Youth Friend.” ~ Irene, 41
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering for Project Shine.” ~ Tawna Noftzger, 53
  • Environment
    “I Declare for Independence by planting native trees and plants in our yards and neighborhoods.” ~ Angie Clarke, 35
  • Animals
    “I Declare for Independence by cleaning kennels.” ~ Joe, 29
  • Donate Resources or Money
    “I Declare for Independence by donating Resources or Time through the United Way of Greater Kansas City.” ~ Julie Cotter, 32
  • Schools
    “I Declare for Independence by volunteering for Project Shine.” ~ Cheryl
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Mayor Don Reimal
 
The Declaration for Independence is meant to inspire you to take action to support your community. I believe that together, our individual efforts can make a big difference in our future.
Don B. Reimal
Mayor of Independence

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