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KC Chiefs Rumble Into Raytown KFC
From left to right: Sean McGrath, Jeff Allen and Rishaw Johnson
By Diane Krizek In a play to raise awareness for First Downs for Down Syndrome, KC Chiefs players, cheerleaders and
Albert Branden soon joined them to have their photos taken with excited fans and sign autographs on everything from football helmets and ball caps to
No Chiefs event would be complete without a visit from KC Wolf
who have helped and has raised nearly $7 million. FDFDS is a 501c3 organization and 100% of its contributions and raised funding go to benefit the Lee Ann Britain Infant Development Center, the Down Syndrome Clinic, the Down Syndrome of Greater Kansas City, the Mission Project, the University of Kansas, Adult, Down Syndrome Clinic and the FDFDS Expanding College for Exceptional Learners and Thrive programs.
Chiefs’ cheerleaders Stephanie and Molly take time out to meet some young fans
KC Wolf penetrated the ruby red Kentucky Fried Chicken in Raytown during lunchtime. Chiefs’ cheerleaders, Stephanie and Molly, created some chatter when they danced into the red building decked in their red-sequined trimmed white outfits taking some KFC customers by surprise. KC Wolf flagged down cars on 350 Highway then later worked the inside crowd with Chiefs’ cheer. Diehard fans began filling the dining room just before noon and were soon rewarded when Jeff Allen, Sean McGrath and Rishaw Johnson made their appearance to a round of applause.
baby t-shirts and jerseys. First Downs for Downs Syndrome (FDFDS) has been the charity of choice since 1982 for the Chiefs offensive linemen
Brandon Albert signs a football Fans of all ages got the chance to be photographed with the offensive linemen
Kansas City Chiefs Home Games
October 13, Sunday 12:00 PM Kansas City Chiefs vs. Oakland Raiders Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO
October 20, Sunday 12:00 PM Kansas City Chiefs vs. Houston Texans Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO
October 27, Sunday 12:00 PM Kansas City Chiefs vs. Cleveland Browns Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO
November 24, Sunday 12:00 PM Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Diego Chargers Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO
December 1, Sunday 12:00 PM Kansas City Chiefs vs. Denver Broncos Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO
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Parks Get Facelift
Kenagy and Minor-Smith Parks Enjoy New Playground Equipment Raytown Parks and Recreation continue their efforts to update our parks to enhance our community and visitors experience. The latest upgrade is replacing playground equipment in Kenagy and Minor-Smith Parks. The structures include a firepole, polyethylene slides, tunnels, roofs, permalene panels, powder-coated climbers & steering wheels, Tendertuff coated steel decks and handrails, ADA access ramp, interactive panels, 4” concrete pad with 4” of pour-inplace rubber surfacing, and age appropriate playground safety signage. The equipment is from Landscape Structures out of Minneapolis, Minnesota and was installed by ATHCO, LLC at a cost of $74,550. The City saved 8% by purchasing the equipment under the Cooperating School District (CSD) Special Pricing Agreement of
the Raytown school district. School districts participating in this CSD program can purchase high quality products that have exceptional discounts from negotiated pricing contracts. C. Lee Kenagy Park is located at 79th & Raytown Rd. This 18acre park includes six shelter houses (2 available for rentals), 4 lighted tennis courts, 2 playgrounds, a horseshoe pit, a softball field, walking trail .44 miles in length, a fishing pond and the “Raytown Skate Park” for skateboarders and rollerbladers. Approximately 1100 people visit the park daily. Minor Smith Park is located at 81st & Ash. This 10-acre park includes a basketball court, two lighted tennis courts, shelter house, playground and walking trails - outside loop is .43 miles and inside loop is .31 miles in length. Approximately
Before and after at Kenagy Park
150 people visit the park daily. The City of Raytown’s
Park, Southwood Park, Raytown BMX Track, Little Blue Trace
aims to keep their cyber safety skills just as cutting edge as they are. Open to all public, private, and home schools nationwide, the initiative is a free, age-appropriate, competitive, and fun online program that promotes cyber citizenship and teaches students in third through eighth grades
in the community and the organizations rely on the City to provide
Before and after at Minor-Smith Park
Parks Department also has oversight for SuperSplash USA, Sarah Colman-Livengood
Park and Henry C. Kritser Park. The City is fortunate to have several very good not-
how to recognize and respond to online dangers—like Internet predators and cyberbullying—and covers topics such as social networking and gaming safety. The FBI-SOS Internet Challenge was developed with the assistance of the National Center for Missing & Exploited
Children and with the input of teachers and schools. Everyone is encouraged to check out the site, but only teachers and administrators can register their classes to compete. To learn more about the Safe Online Surfing Internet website: https://sos.fbi.gov/.
2013-2014 Safe Online Surfing Internet Challenge Has Launched It’s that time of year again. Students across the country are back to class...but along with books and pens in their backpacks, they could very well be carrying tablets or laptops, too. Kids today are more computer savvy than ever—and the 20132014 FBI Safe Online Surfing (FBI-SOS) Internet Challenge
for-profit organizations providing youth sports for children. The parks
department partners with these groups to ensure that youth sports needs are met
a variety of facilities required to offer quality programs.
Pledging To Not Text & Drive Can Store Robbed By Help Raytown Schools Win $5000 Gunman For Football Program During the month of October, the Raytown School District will encourage students and their families to “Take the Pledge To Not Text & Drive” as part of a local campaign sponsored by PrepsKC and the McCarthy Auto Group. The school with the most pledges by Thursday, October 31 will win $5,000 for their school’s football program. “Winning aside, I think that this is a great opportunity to get
students talking about making safe decision especially when it comes to driving,” District
Activities Director Bob Glasgow said. “Texting and driving is a real issue, and we need to educate our teens so
that they will make smart decisions and encourage their friends and family to do the same.” To take the pledge: • Log on to the PrepsKC website at http://prepskc.com/ take-the-pledge.php • Select “Take the Pledge To Not Text & Drive” • Agree to the terms and conditions • Select your favorite School • Submit your entry Participants can enter up to three times a day.
The Raytown Police were called to a gaming store in the 9200 block of East 350 Highway, on 09-28-13, at about 8:50 P.M., after a robbery was reported. It was reported that a black male, armed with a handgun, had entered the store and confronted the employees. After taking an undisclosed amount of money, the male left the store on foot. The male was described as being 30 to 40 years old, 5’9” to 5’11” tall, medium build, bald, with a black goatee. He was wearing
a black baseball cap which had a gold sticker on the bill, black jacket, and dark blue jeans. There were no injuries and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call the Tips Hotline, at 474TIPS.
Raytown Arts And Music Festival Was Not A Total Wash By Diane Krizek On Saturday, September 28, heavy rain cancelled the annual American Royal parade disappointing thousands in the KC metro area and just about washed out Raytown’s Arts and Music Festival. Instead, the challenge of the weather proved the resilience of Raytown Parks staff and the
community. The festival start time of 11 a.m. was moved up to noon, banking on the storm system to subside by early afternoon. The venue moved from the lovely grounds of C. Lee Kenagy Park to its asphalt parking lot, dramatically changing the charm of last year’s event. While only a third of the scheduled vendors and artists showed
up, participants who ventured out to the park were treated to a lineup of top bands. Raytown’s own Guess Y started the show, followed by Linda Shell belting out the blues with her group, Blues Thang. The highly skilled blues guitarist, KC Kelsey and AFU ended the show. And those vendors and artists who braved the weather were
rewarded when the sun came out because they got foot traffic. Lufti’s Fried Fish and Applebees saved the day offering the food and beverage. Keith Paul Button of Roadhouse Fountains brought a great display of handcrafted water fountains built from old music instruments. His copper fire extinguisher with fireman’s helmet and his French
horn fountain were my favorites. Mike McReynolds and his wife offered a collection of wood bowls and pens handcrafted from common and exotic woods and beautifully crafted purses repurposed from silk ties. Donna Waters from Soggy Duck Fiber sold her colorful died yarns and knitted accessories while she spun yarn on her spinning wheel.
Nancy Dempsey of Nancy’s Kid Parties entertained the kids with her fabulous face paint and balloon art. The Raytown Arts and Music Festival is grateful to have received funding this year from ArtsKC and the Missouri Arts Council grants, as well as donations from local business. Look for the Third Annual Festival next year, rain or shine.
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Kansas City Catching Up in Employment Race
By Jeff Pinkerton KCEconomy.com
If it seems to you that Kansas City’s employment picture has been getting a little brighter this year, you are right. We have spoken at length about Kansas City’s lackluster e m p l o y m e n t performance during the recovery from the Great Recession. For three years (20102012) Kansas City’s employment growth lagged U.S. growth (and those U.S. growth rates were nothing to write home about, either).
It would appear that 2013 will go down as the year things turned around for the region on the employment scene. Between January and July, we have added 11,200 jobs (seasonally adjusted), a growth rate of 1.1 percent. This rate is greater than the national rate (0.9 percent). …Employment growth has been particularly strong in the LeisureHospitality and Business Services sectors. Now we are starting to see growth in the Construction sector as well.
It has been a long time coming, but
AmeriBid To Auction Off Yellow Rock Event Center
AmeriBid LLC (www. ameribid.com) announces the auction of a unique historical property, including a full service event center with ample parking. The property will sell in two tracts. The tracts include the Yellow Rock Barn Event Center, a retail/office building and an exquisite 4,755+/sf designer home that is suitable for private or Bed and Breakfast use. “There are just not many venues like this available at auction,” states Don Gabriel, Regional Director & Broker for AmeriBid. “This is a once in lifetime opportunity to own an enchanting historical property and a truly magnificent restored residence.” The auction will take place on Friday, October 25, 2013 at 10:30am CDT on-site at the property: 8303 Westridge Road in Raytown, Missouri. The first tract includes an estate consisting of a 91,560+/-sf lot with an exquisite single family home and a retail/office building. The 4,755+/sf bungalow style home was completely restored
and renovated as a rustic lodge in 2004 and is Bed and Breakfast ready if the new owners would like to pursue that opportunity. The home features 4 spacious bedrooms and a lower level walk-out office that could be used as a 5th bedroom, 2 full bathrooms (1 with a jacuzzi), 2 half baths and a 2 car garage. The property is perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining. The 3,020+/sf retail/office building, a former carriage house, has two finished levels, 2 restrooms and a private office. It was recently used as a design center and has a parking lot with 15 spaces. The second tract is a 60,361+/-sf lot featuring the Yellow Rock Barn, a full service catering facility and event center and a small storage building. This is an amazing property with a rich history in the KC/ Raytown area. The event center is 7,465+/-sf and can comfortably seat 250 people; up to 300 with standing room! Original maple wood floors make for an excellent dance floor. The barn
also has an overhead door with storage and 2 bathrooms. The parking lot accommodates up to 100 vehicles. 10% Buyers Premium applies. 1.5% Broker participation is offered, subject to Auction Company Broker Registration Form and guidelines therein. Property open house dates and times are available here. To receive more details and complete terms, please visit www. ameribid.com. For more information, contact Don Gabriel directly at 913.708.0688 (dongabriel@ ameribid.com). About AmeriBid Headquartered in Tulsa, OK, AmeriBid is the premier global real estate auction leader specializing in the sale of commercial and residential real estate, land properties and other assets for lenders, servicers, receivers, bankruptcy attorneys, estates, private owners, investment companies and local, state and federal government agencies.
By Robert Smith
The board reviewed a copy of Missouri Statute Chapter 90, Parks and Recreation (Cities) Section 90.550 which in part states “All moneys received for the parks shall be deposited in the treasury of said city or town to the credit of the park fund and shall be kept separate and apart from the other moneys of such city or town and drawn upon by the proper officers of said city or town upon the properly authenticated vouchers of the park board.” It was never made clear at that meeting how adding City staff signatories to Parks banks accounts would change the whole process so the matter was tabled until a special board meeting on September 25th. During the special meeting, the Parks Board drafted up eight conditions that must be met prior to accepting the signatory request by the Finance Department. The letter was approved and forwarded to the
Finance Director. During the special meeting, the Parks reviewed bids for park grills, picnic tables, park benches and aluminum frame bleachers. There were five bidders from which three items were selected to total a purchase of $4,799.50, which is $200.50 under budget. The purchase still needs to be approved by City Hall before finalizing. The Board reviewed and approved the purchase agreement with Sterling Construction to replace two pressure sand filters and related piping at Super Splash. The amount for the contract is not to exceed $82,700. The budgeted amount was $70,000 less $9,800 for a professional engineering service requested by City Hall that leaves a balance of $60,200. A budget amendment is being requested for $22,500, which will be on the October 15th Board of Alderman agenda.
Parks Deliberates Over Bank Accounts Signatories And Reviews RFPs
At the regular meeting on September 16, the Parks Board reviewed a request from the city Finance Director, Mark Loughry, to add signatories to the Parks and Recreation bank. Parks Board members asked staff how bills are paid and why the City is now requesting changes that have been in place since the Sixties. Parks and the City currently have separate bank accounts at UMB bank as required by law. Parks pays the bills by submitting a voucher to the Finance Director who then pays the bill out of the City’s General Fund. At month end, the Finance Director creates a spreadsheet of Parks’ expenditures that is reconciled by Parks staff. After verification, a reimbursement is made to the City from the Parks bank account. Parks also reimburses the City for its allocated share of the operating expenses, such as utilities.
it would appear that Kansas City’s
economy might finally be on the right track
and ready to power ahead.
City Of Raytown Releases Balanced Budget For Fiscal Year 2013/14 City Administrator recommends a “hold the line” budget The Raytown Board of Aldermen voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2013/14 Proposed Budget presented to them by City Administrator Mahesh Sharma. Mr. Sharma indicated that fixed costs such as payroll, debt service and insurance as well as number external factors such as fuel prices, salt prices, interest rates and reduced consumer spending have significantly impacted our budgeting ability. Even in the face of these issues, the city is able to present a fully balanced budget. “A lot of work has gone into this budget by city staff, identifying savings and often times deferring replacement, enhancement and additions to reach an effective and efficient budget.” said Mahesh Sharma. “Given the current economic climate, the budget strives to limit the financial burden placed on our residents, I am pleased that we will not be increasing our residents’ sewer rates or property levy.” The budget was developed using the standards set forth by the Government Finance Officers Association. The total budget for the
city is $29.04 million. The budget for the general fund, the city’s primary operating fund is $13.3 million –a slight increase from last year’s $12.9 million or a 2.8 percent increase. Raytown’s city staff has been successful in obtaining $2.6 million in grant money for our current budget. “Through no easy task, our city staff has given us a budget that is thorough but easy to understand.” said Mayor David Bower. “I encourage any resident of Raytown who has a question about the city budget to take the time to read through the document. You will be able to see how the monies are spent by department.” Mr. Sharma detailed some of the many accomplishments that the city has made over the past year that have positively affected our city. Some of those accomplishments included: • Refunding of Sewer Bond resulted in saving of $150,000 • Narrowed the gap between EMS revenue and expenditures • Installation of Google Fiber • Success with Mental Health Court • Adopted
2012 International Construction Codes & 2011 National Electrical Code • Complete Demolition of two dangerous buildings • City received better ISO rating 5 to 4 (lower the number-better the rating). • Improved Citizen communication via Electronic Newsletter and social media • Installation and Implementation of new finance software that increases efficiency • Completed Colman Park tennis court renovations and new playground equipment at Kenagy and Minor Smith Parks • Substantially completed construction of communication radio tower • Moving Police Officers Pension to LAGERS “To protect the City’s financial condition while working toward strategic goals, a conservative and cautious approach was taken in projecting revenues and budgeting expenditures,” said Sharma. “We are confident that the result of this budget is to meet the expectations of a vibrant city that is still evolving 63 years after it was founded.”
Leisure And Business Services Lead KC’s Employment Growth By Jeff Pinkerton KCEconomy.com Kansas City’s employment change by industry is starting to take on a familiar pattern. The region added 14,000 net new jobs between July 2012 and July 2013. Once again this month, the leading industries for local growth were far and away the Leisure/ Hospitality and Professional Business Services industries, with nearly 15,000 new jobs
combined. The biggest losses were again seen in Government, which lost 3,600 jobs over the year. Though the numbers aren’t as dramatic, there are some interesting developments in a few other industries. C o n s t r u c t i o n employment turned in a decent year, adding 1,400 jobs. We have anticipated this growth for a while with increased construction activity in the region (both residential and
non-residential) and we expect to see even more growth in this category in the future. The other industry that stands out is Retail, but it stands out the wrong way. The region lost 2,800 retail jobs (a 2.7 percent decline) while Retail grew 2.4 percent nationally. Retail employment is volatile and these numbers can change month to month so this figure bears further analysis.
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OPINION ian d a n a C Wry By Gene Bileski
U.S. Representative Vickie Hartzler, the unembarrassed spokesperson for Free Enterprise (free, as long as benefits only accrue to her and her family), wrote an OpEd “As I See It” piece published in the KC Star on September 29, 2013. Please note that this unabashed leader and warrior for “Small Government” Tea Party, has had no problem receiving plenty of taxpayer largesse from the hated “Big Government”, and makes no noises about returning or rejecting these socialistic targeted funds to financial “hard cases”, such as her family corporation appears to be. Hartzler Farms, Inc. of Harrisonville, Missouri, received $822,151 from 19952012. Her piece was pure trash, attacking mainly “Obamacare”, a postulated racist pejorative in my opinion. Let’s call it what it is, The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Pull up your bootstraps they say. Why should you or anyone else (except Hartzler) have governmentsupported healthcare? The Congressman’s stipend includes what is the “Best of the Lot” health plan, not a nickel of which is paid for by her. She claims that The Affordable Health Care Act will “destroy” the “Best Health Care” in
the world, which bears little resemblance to the magnificent Canadian, British, German, Dutch, Belgian, Swedish, etc., etc., single payer systems which deliver much better valued health care systems according to the World Health Organization. Give us a break. This Birther never backs her statement with fact. The fact is, that under our miserable health care system, 60 - 70% of the population will be thrown into third world status if not checked by Mr. Obama’s brave but tepid effort to reform the system. Want to see a potent breeding ground for increased crime, murders, and more insanity on the loose on a daily basis? Cut everyone off of government-supported critically needed services, and let us all just go away and “Die Quickly”, which is what will happen to us without proper health care. Hartzler would never voluntarily give up her privilege of full intensive health care, and additionally, the parasitic farm support that she and her family have been using to sponge off the public purse since 1995. Just last month, she voted for a $39 billion reduction in SNAP benefits (food stamps), For over three decades, farm subsidies were included in the SNAP bill. Not this year. Farm subsidies were separated from
the bill and Congress voted to increase farm entitlements. Slashing SNAP benefits effectively removing access to nutrition from tens of millions of indigent and underfed men, women and children that Government can provide from our massive food surpluses, which Government pays corporate farmers like Hartzler to produce which would otherwise be destroyed as spoiled, rotten dumps of garbage. How dare the poor and disadvantaged for wanting to survive! Yes, pull up your bootstraps. Thems that gots, gits more. She and others of her ilk are trying to write in legislative in stone that ONLY the 1% deserve health care and resources. Next time a tooth is rotting out, think of the $800.00 root canal that should have been done but wasn’t because your money was taxed away to support this undeserving parasitic practice, now open ONLY to the 1% who as the “job creators” make no work available and have no accountability. [Editor comment: The USDA reports that Vicky Hartzler received no farm subsidies but she claimed an interest in her financial disclosure forms. Her husband, Lowell Hartzler, is listed as a 98 percent owner of Hartzler Farms. His ownership percentage changed from 53 percent as of 2005 to 98 percent in 2006. Hartzler and her husband have been the only officers and the only members of the Board of Directors from 2001 to 2012.]
Kander Announces Program on First Female Major League Baseball Owne
Secretary of State Jason Kander announced a program highlighting the life of Helene Hathaway Robison Britton, the first female owner in Major League Baseball. Hosted by the Missouri State Archives, a division of Kander’s office, author and historian Joan M. Thomas will speak about her new book, Baseball’s First Lady: Helene Hathaway Robison Britton and the St. Louis Cardinals, on Thursday, October 10, 2013, at 7 p.m. Britton inherited the St. Louis Cardinals from her uncle in 1911, nearly a decade before women gained the right to vote. Operating among baseball’s magnates, she attended owners’ meetings as an equal and took an active role in running her club. Facing competition from one, and then two other St. Louis teams, she
maintained the Cardinals for six years before selling the club. While enduring legal, cultural and domestic challenges, Britton balanced her role as businesswoman, wife and mother and established the foundation of today’s successful baseball dynasty. The Missouri State Archives is the official repository for state documents of permanent historic value, and is located at 600 West Main Street in Jefferson City. All programs at the Archives are free of charge and open to the public, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information on this and other programming at the Archives, contact Emily Luker, (573) 5265296
Kander Honors Election Workers’ Service with Annual Rosemary Plitt Award
Secretary of State Jason Kander honored two women last week who have served Missourians at their respective local election authorities for nearly 60 years combined. Kander presented Alby Shipman of the Kansas City Election Board and Nedra Holst of the Board of Election Commissioners of the City of St. Louis with the annual Rosemary Plitt Award for Excellence in Election Ad-
ministration at this week’s Missouri Association of County Clerks/Election Authorities conference. “Alby Shipman and Nedra Holst’s commitment to public service is as inspiring as it is praiseworthy,” Kander said. “It’s my great honor to give them special recognition for their years of dedication to our democracy’s electoral process.” Ms. Shipman, known as “Miss Alby,” has worked at the Kansas City Election Board for 24 years —beginning work there when she was 68 years old. After serving for years as an Election Day judge, she started full time with the election board in the Records Department, and currently greets the public, as well as keeping office operations running efficiently. At 91-years-old, Miss Alby loves Election Day, and is often first to arrive and last to leave. Ms. Holst has worked for the Board of Election Commissioners of the City of St. Louis for more than 25 years. Currently the Assistant Deputy Republican Director of Elections, Ms. Holst has either worked with or supervised every single department at the Election Board. She is known as a consummate team player and is highly regarded for her vigilance in maintaining bipartisanship.
Terry Landers Honored As Raytown Citizen Of The Year
Mayor signs Proclamation In His Honor
David Bower, Mayor of Raytown, Missouri signed a proclamation at the October 1, 2013, Board of Alderman meeting, honoring long-time Raytown resident, Terry Landers as the Raytown Citizen of the Year. Mr. Landers is being recognized for his active volunteer work with the Raytown Emergency Assistance Program, Meals on Wheels, Shepherd
Center of Raytown, Raytown Parks and Recreation board, Raytown Arts Council and Raytown Chamber of Commerce. He has also been active in local service clubs including Raytown Rotary Club (Past President) and Three Trails Kiwanis Club (Past President.) Mr. Landers was recently honored at the Truman Heartland Community Foundation as
Raytown’s Citizen of the Year because of his exceptional service to the city. “Raytown’s greatest resource is to have citizens like Terry Landers.” said Mayor David Bower. “He has been committed to serving our community and we are blessed to have him. We all benefit from his kindness and endless support.”
KC NoVA Pink Weekend For Justice
More than two dozen clergy met at a 10 a.m. press conference Tuesday to announce a weekend of prayer to stop the pervasive violence in
our community. Clergy assembled at 10 a.m. outside Linwood United Church, 3151 Olive, to announce Kansas City No Violence Alliance’s (KC NoVA) Pink
Weekend for Justice for this weekend, October 4 to October 6, 2013. “Pink Sunday” will be celebrated Sunday, October 6th, 2013. The clergy ask all area
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Board Of Alderman raytown.mo.us Monthly: First and Third Tuesday at 7:00 p.m, City Hall, 10000 E 59 St.
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Planning & Zoning Commission Council On Aging Monthly: First Thursday Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00 at 7:00 pm p.m., City Hall, 10000 E 59 St. Many committees, boards and commissions meet on an as needed basis. The Building Code of Appeals only meets when a resident or business owner has an appeal. The meetings of the following Boards and Task Forces are infrequent but will be posted on the City’s Events Calendar when convened. Building Code of Appeals • Board of Equalization • Community Health Advisory Committee • Economic Development Advisory Committee Elected Officials Compensation Committee • Industrial Development Authority • Property Maintenance Board • Raytown Community Foundation (Goes through Truman Heartland) • Raytown Safe Routes to Schools
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CONSUMER UNITED STATES RECALLS CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION
Consumers should stop using these products unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. For more information: www. cpsc.gov Crosman Recalls Air Pistols Due to Explosion Hazard Recall Date: September 6. 2013 | Recall Number: 13-277 Remedy: Replace, Refund Consumer Contact: Crosman Corp. toll-free at (866) 583-7340 anytime, or online at www.crosman. com and click on Important Safety Notice at the top of the web page. Gree Recalls 12 Brands of Dehumidifiers Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards; More Than $2 Million in Property Damage Reported Recall date: September 12, 2013 | Recall number: 13-283 This recall involves 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand names Danby, De’Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir and SuperClima.
Remedy: Refund Consumer Contact: Gree toll-free at (866) 853-2802 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET, or online at www.greeusa.com and click on Recall for more information. Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Dolan Designs Due to Fire and Shock Hazards Recall Date: September 12, 2013 | Recall Number: 13-285 Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light fixtures and return them to the place of purchase to obtain a free replacement fixture, or contact Dolan Designs to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumer Contact: Dolan Designs Inc; tollfree at (855) 553-6526, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday; or e-mail flushmountrecall@dolandesigns. com. The Children’s Place Recalls Footed Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard Recall Date: September 17, 2013 | Recall Number:
13-286 Remedy: Refund. Consumers should immediately take the recalled pajamas away from children and return them to any The Children’s Place store for a full refund. Consumer Contact: The Children’s Place tollfree at (877) 752-2387 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www. childrensplace.com and click on Customer Service for more information. Waterlogic Recalls Water Cooling, Heating Systems Due to Fire Hazard Recall Date: September 17, 2013 | Recall Number: 13-287 Remedy: Repair - Waterlogic is contacting its distributors and providing a list of affected units and all technical instructions and necessary parts for repairing the units. Consumers who have not been contacted by their distributer for a free repair should contact Waterlogic. Consumer Contact: Waterlogic Commercial Products toll-free at (855) 905-2002 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the web-
site at www.waterlogic. us and click on the “Maintenance and Service” link to find the “Voluntary Recall” link for more information. Frigidaire Recalls Professional Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard Recall Date: September 19, 2013 | Recall Number: 13-288 Remedy: Replace – Consumers should stop using the recalled blenders immediately and contact Frigidaire for instructions on returning the blenders for a free replacement blender. Consumer Contact: Frigidaire toll-free at (888) 747-7637 from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. CT on Saturday and Sunday, or online at www.frigidaire. com and click on Product Recall at the bottom of the page for more information or online at www. blenderrecall.com and enter the blender’s serial number to determine if the blender is part of the recall. Shimano American Recalls Disc Brake Calipers Due to Collision Hazard
Recall Date: September 19, 2013 | Recall Number: 13-289 This recall includes all Shimano BR-CX75 aftermarket disc brake calipers and BR-R515 disc brake calipers. Remedy: Replace Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles with recalled Shimano brakes and contact a Shimano authorized dealer to receive a free installation and replacement of the calipers. Consumer Contact: Shimano American at (800) 353-4719 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.shimano.com and click on “2013: Updated Voluntary Recall by Shimano” link on the bottom right corner of the page for more information. Votive Candle Holders Sold at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Mercuries Asia Recall Date: September 25, 2013 | Recall Number: 13-291 Remedy: Refund; Consumers should immediately stop using the
recalled votive candle holders and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store location or mail to Mercuries Asia USA, Ltd., 1501 Gary Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 for a full refund, including shipping. Consumer Contact: Mercuries Asia at (800) 828-9316 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www. ma-recall.com. Toys R Us Recalls Journey Girl Travel Trunks Due to Laceration Hazard Recall Date: September 27, 2013 | Recall Number: 13-292 Remedy: Refund; Consumers should immediately stop using the travel trunk, put it out of reach of children and return it to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit. Consumer Contact: Toys R Us at (800) 8697787 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET on Sunday or online at www.toysrus.com, then click on About Us, then select “Safety” at the top of the page, and then “Click here” under Product Recalls.
Food Establishments Cited For County Hit and Run Kills Critical Health Code Violations Tennessee Walker on Blue Parkway
Most critical health code violations are corrected at the time of inspection. CASEY’S 2424 SW 7 Hwy, Blue Springs 9/26/2013-A chemical spray bottle in the kitchen was not labeled. Label chemical containers - CORRECTED. CUSTARDS LAST STAND 1950 NW 7 Hwy, Blue Springs 9/27/2013-Cans of fly and wasp spray not approved for foodservice use were observed in the establishment - CORRECTED on site (discarded). PLANET SUB 495 NE Coronado Dr., Blue Springs 9/26/2013-There was no detectable sanitizer in the dishwashing machine. The bucket of sanitizer was empty and the manager replaced it with a new one - CORRECTED. TEXAS ROADHOUSE 455 NE Coronado, Blue Springs 9/25/2013-Employee beverage cups were ob-
served in the kitchen and bar area without a lid and a straw. Employee beverage containers shall be handled to prevent the contamination of employee’s hands, food, and clean equipment and single-service items. Beverage containers must have a lid and a straw - CORRECTED. WAFFLE HOUSE 1500 Woods Chapel Rd., Blue Springs 9/24/2013-The food being held in the make table cooler to the left of the grill was not maintaining foods at 41* F or below. The internal temperatures of some of the foods being held in the cooler were as follows: ham 51* F, mushrooms 50* F. (second repeat) RE-INSPECTION REQUIRED. PRICE CHOPPER KITCHEN/SALAD BAR/ DELI 300 SW Blue Parkway, Lee’s Summit 9/24/2013-There were a number of containers holding cooked and ready to eat potentially hazardous foods in the rolling
rack in the back walk-in cooler that were not datelabeled. CORRECTED when the manager discarded the items. SAINT LUKES HOSPITAL 100 NE Saint Lukes Blvd, Lee’s Summit 9/23/2013- A number of ready to eat potentially hazardous foods held in the walk-in cooler were not date-labeled (chili, cut melons, cooked chicken) - CORRECTED when the manager labeled the pans. SIKI 601 NW Blue Pkwy., Lee’s Summit 9/27/2013-Non-commercial pesticide was found in the kitchen, and was DISCARDED. Only pesticide that is labeled for use in a food establishment should be used. CORRECTED. SUMMIT GRILL AND BAR 4835 NE Lakewood Way, Lee’s Summit 9/24/2013- There was no detectable sanitizer in the dishwashing machine at the bar. Manager stated that the dishwashing
machine will be replaces. (repeat) RE-INSPECTION REQUIRED. COUNTRY PRIDE RESTAURANT 100 N. Broadway, Oak Grove 9/26/2013- 1. Raw chicken was stored directly above ready to eat foods in the cooks line reach in cooler. 2. Raw ground beef was stored directly above raw fish in the walk-in cooler. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented - CORRECTED on site (food rearranged) see comments. Repeat violation requiring a REINSPECTION. PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA 9598 E. 350 Hwy, Raytown 9/27/2013- A chemical cleaner spray bottle was stored directly next to cheese and pepper packets in prep area. CORRECTED by moving chemical bottle to bathroom area.
A Kansas City man has been charged with leaving the scene of an accident and other charges after the car he was driving hit and killed a Tennessee walking horse that was being ridden on Blue Parkway in Kansas City last month, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced today. Don P. Jackson, dob: 1/27/1987, faces Leaving Scene of Motor Vehicle Accident, a Class D felony; Assault 3rd Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor; and Careless and Imprudent Driving, a Class A misdemeanor. According to court records, police were called to the scene of a collision that involved
two persons on horses. They were traveling west on Blue Parkway when a vehicle struck the first horse, causing its rider to fall, knocking her unconscious. She suffered other injuries include a fracture clavicle. The horse, Major, a Tennessee walking horse died as a result; the other horse, Goldie, also was injured. Tips led police to Disk Smith Ford and Enterprise car rental, where detectives traced a damaged vehicle to Don P. Jackson. Damage to the vehicle was consistent with the collision involving the horses, detectives found. The defendant turned himself in to police on Oct. 1.
Non-Criminal General Information Report 11100 block E 53 ST
10300 block 350 HWY
weeklyBLOTTER From Raytown Police Department
Incidents from 9/27/13 to 9/30/13 09/27/2013 01:17:53 Non-Criminal General Information Report 0 block BLUE RDG 09/27/2013 13:16:28 CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 HWY 09/27/2013 13:49:04 CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 8600 block CRESCENT AVE 09/27/2013 17:03:40 CITY, ASSAULTS 6200 block CLAREMONT AVE 09/27/2013 17:56:43 CITY, STEALING
SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 HWY 09/27/2013 18:45:00 CITY, TRESPASS 6300 block HARRIS AVE 09/28/2013 11:43:28 Non-Criminal General Information Report 9800 block E 73 ST 09/28/2013 17:29:17 CITY, TRESPASS 10300 block E 350 HWY 09/28/2013 17:58:56 TAMPERING 1ST / AUTO/ STOLEN & NOT RECOVERED (F) 5400 block DITZLER AVE
09/28/2013 18:57:06 CITY, CARELESS DRIVING E 67 ST 09/28/2013 20:04:56 CITY, DEFACEMENT OF PROPERTY 8300 block HARRIS AVE 09/28/2013 20:10:41 CITY, DWI ALCOHOL E 68 TERR 09/28/2013 20:54:49 ROBBERY 1ST/ WITH FIREARM/ COMMERCIAL (F) 9200 block E 350 HWY 09/29/2013 00:06:48 CITY, UNLAWFUL
USE OF HANDGUN 10100 block E 83 ST 09/29/2013 00:33:11 CITY, ASSAULTS 9800 block E 61 ST 09/29/2013 03:37:21 CITY, POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA E GREGORY BLVD 09/29/2013 11:03:07 Non-Criminal General Information Report 8600 block JAMES A REED RD 09/29/2013 11:30:32 CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 HWY 09/29/2013 14:24:40
09/29/2013 16:05:57 CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 9300 block E 75 ST 09/29/2013 19:54:14 Non-Criminal General Information Report 7200 block RAYTOWN RD 09/29/2013 21:52:17 BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/ RESID. (F) 8900 block E 83 TERR 09/30/2013 01:47:47 FORGERY (F)
09/30/2013 15:16:44 Non-Criminal General Information Report 11000 block E 56 TERR 09/30/2013 15:19:24 TAMPERING 1ST AUTO/STOLEN LOCAL& RECOVER. 6600 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD 09/30/2013 18:00:01 CITY, POSSESS DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 9100 block E 67 TERR 09/30/2013 20:35:31 CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 10000 block E 59 ST
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Raytown Community Calendar EVENTS 38th Annual Missouri Town 1855 Festival of Arts & Crafts @ Fleming Park October 5 @ 10:00 am – October 6 @ 5:00 pm Fleming Park, 8010 East Park Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081 Celebrate the Fall season at Missouri Town’s largest outdoor festival. Hot-spiced cider, 1850’s music and dance, children’s games, period arts and crafts, horse drawn buggy rides and fun-filled hay rides make this a special weekend event. Celebrating its 38th year, Missouri Town’s Fall Festival is one of the region’s longest consecutive festivals! See Missouri Town at Jacksongov.com Cars, vans are $10 and busses are $20 The Story of Leeds, Missouri October 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Raytown Historical Museum, 9705 East 63rd Street, Raytown, MO 64133. The public is invited to join us at our final Ambassador’s Monday for 2013 when we explore “The Story of Leeds, MO”. Learn of the development of the area and the families who lived there. Learn of the growth of the General Motors Plant in Leeds where many
residents of Raytown used to work. The museum is also collecting these stories and saving them in volumes for future generations to look back at and learn about the earlier days in Raytown. No charge for this event. The ABC’s of the Better Business Bureau @ Mid-Continent Public Library October 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Mid-Continent Public Library, 6131 Raytown Road, Raytown, MO 64133. The ABCs of the BBB (Better Business Bureau) stands for Avoiding scams, Business complaints, and Charity information service. Get the latest tips on scams and how to avoid them. Learn about how the Better Business Bureau of Greater Kansas City handles complaints and makes sure your charitable donations have maximum impact. Feel free to register at Mid-Continent today. Raytown Blood Drive! October 11 @ 7:30 am – 2:00 pm Raytown High School, 6019 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown, MO 64133 Armchair Travels @ Mid-Continent Public Library October 11 @ 2:00 pm
– 3:00 pm Mid-Continent Public Library, 6131 Raytown Road, Raytown, MO 64133 Join us for a fun afternoon of virtual travel tours of countries from all over the world. The Raytown Branch will be touring a country on the second Friday of each month. Sit back, relax, and watch a travel DVD. Refreshments are on us. Raytown Police Tweet along @ Raytown Police Department October 17 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Ride with a patrol officer, virtually, by following the Raytown Police Department on Twitter, at @RaytownPD. Anyone that has ever wanted to go on a police ride along, or just wanted a peek into the day of a Raytown Police patrol officer, is encouraged to follow along. The Raytown Police Department invites everyone to follow @ RaytownPD on Twitter, every day, for real-time information and news. Pumpkins On Parade at Cave Springs @ Cave Spring Park October 19 @ 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm Cave Spring Park, 8701 East Gregory Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64133. Come see the Pumpkins On Parade
The Friends Of Chamber Music Kansas City Offers Free Tickets To Students The Friends of Chamber Music KC offers FREE tickets to students 18 and younger to most concerts on the International Chamber Music and Early Music Series. Master Pianists Series tickets for students 18 and
under are only $15 each. This discount is not applicable for Music Alliance Concerts or the Venice Baroque Orchestra on February 14. Piano teachers and
students can purchase the entire Master Pianists Series for $50$60. Please call 816-5619999 for more details.
Beta Bot Malware Blocks Anti-virus Programs The FBI is aware of a new type of malware known as Beta Bot. Cyber criminals use Beta Bot to target financial institutions, e-commerce sites, online payment platforms, and social networking sites to steal sensitive data such as log-in credentials and financial information. Beta Bot blocks computer users’ access to security websites and disables antivirus programs, leaving computers vulnerable to compromise. Beta Bot infection vectors include an illegitimate but official looking Microsoft Windows message box named “User Account Control” that requests a user’s permission to allow the “Windows Command Processor” to modify the user’s computer settings. If the user complies with the request, the hackers are able to exfiltrate data from
the computer. Beta Bot is also spread via USB thumb drives or online via Skype, where it redirects the user to compromised websites. Although Beta Box masquerades as the “User Account Control” message box, it is also able to perform modifications to a user’s computer. If the above pop-up message or a similar prompt appears on your computer and you did not request it or are not making modifications to your system’s configuration, do not authorize “Windows Command Processor” to make any changes. Remediation strategies for Beta Bot infection include running a full
system scan with up-todate anti-virus software on the infected computer. If Beta Bot blocks access to security sites, download the latest anti-virus updates or a whole new anti-virus program onto an uninfected computer, save it to a USB drive and load and run it on the infected computer. It is advisable to subsequently re-format the USB drive to remove any traces of the malware. If you have been a victim of an internet scam or have received an e-mail that you believe was an attempted scam, please file a complaint at www.IC3.gov.
with Raytown Three Trails Kiwanis Club and Cave Spring Nature Center. Stroll through Cave Spring Park and view hundreds of carved, lighted pumpkins. Children will enjoy fun-filled activities and food vendors will be on site. The Raytown Fire Department will be on hand to promote Fire Safety Month. Open to public and for all ages. Free Admission. Visit http://www.cavespring. org/ to enter carved pumpkins and get on display! Dogtober Fest @ Kemper Outdoor Education Center in Fleming Park October 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Kemper Outdoor Education Center in Fleming Park 8201 South Jasper Bell Road, Blue Springs,MO 64015 Fun for all! Contests and games, AKC Canine Good Citizen certification testing, plus demonstrations and booths for veterinarians and a wide-array of dog related products and services. Please bring a donation for our DOG FOOD Drive for local animal shelters. More at Dogtober Fest online. Fleming Park is 2 miles east of I-470 and Highway 291 on Woods Chapel Road. Directions are at jacksongov.
org. Police Take Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs October 26, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm City Hall, 10000 E. 59th St., and Apple Market, 350 Hwy. & Raytown Rd. The Raytown Police Department will give the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. MONTHLY MEETINGS American Association of University Women Monthly: Second Monday at 7:00 pm Bickford House, 9110 E 63rd St. KIWANIS Club of Raytown Three Trails http://moark4.com/raytown/ For meeting dates and location, call 816-7379955 Marguerite McNair DAR Chapter http://www.mssdar.org/ mmcnair Monthly:Second Monday at 6:30 pm (Sept.– June) Raytown Amateur Radio Club http://k0gq.com Monthly: Fourth Thursday at 7:30 pm Community of Christ,
6231 Manning Avenue Raytown Artists Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene Gymnasium, 8500 E 80th Terr. All artists (over 18) welcome. Raytown Chamber of Commerce http://raytownchamber. com/ 5909 Raytown Trafficway (816) 353-8500 Raytown Democratic Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00pm Come early (at 6:00 pm) to dine and make new friends! Las Chili’s, 6210 Raytown Trfwy Raytown Historical Society http://raytownhistoricalsociety.org Monthly: First Monday at 10:00 am Raytown Historical Museum, 9705 E. 63rd Street Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Monthly: Second Tuesday at 7:00 pm Post 4242 Raytown Memorial Post, 6419 Railroad St. (816) 3588843 Add your own event by registering for Events Calendar access at www.RaytownEagle.com or emailEvents@RaytownEagle.com
Proposed 2013-2014 City Budget Passes By Mallory Ragon The October 1st regular session of the Raytown Board of Aldermen started 45 minutes late. The meeting was preceded by a budget hearing for the parks and recreation department. That discussion ran until 7:30, well past the scheduled 7:00 start of the regular session. Mayor David Bower opened the meeting with two proclamations-recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Terry Landers as Raytown’s Citizen of the Year--and a presentation on behalf of the Raytown Police Benefit Fund of a $10,876.50 donation
to Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (REAP). Mahesh Sharma, city administrator, presented the budget for fiscal year 2013-2014. He began his 30-minute presentation by explaining the definition of a budget and his budget philosophy. He noted that the city has no general obligation debt and a strong credit rating: S&P rates Raytown at AA-. The new budget includes the move of police officers’ pension to LAGERS (Missouri’s Local Government Employees Retirement System). Aldermen Jason Greene and Janet Emerson abstained from the vote; Greene cited unresolved
concerns with the parks and recreation budget prior to the roll call. All other aldermen voted yes and the budget was approved. The board unanimously passed a resolution to show the city’s support for bringing the 2016 Republican National Convention to the Kansas City region. The resolution is similar to those adopted in other area cities. Resolutions for the purchase of road salt for winter weather treatment, for a city surplus property auction, and for the purchase of 16 P25capable radios were also passed unanimously by the board.
O’Hara Celtics Beat The Clinton Cardinals On September 27, the Archbishop O’Hara High School football team won their first West Central Conference game with the Clinton Cardinals 27-7. Toward the end of the first quarter, Michael Briggs scored on a quarterback sneak and Zach Drake’s kick gave the
Celtics a 7-0 lead. The Cardinals tied the game in the second quarter on a 6-yard rum by Tanner Perry and an extra point by Brian McCoy. The Celtics drove down to the 4-yard line before the half where Zach Drake kicked the first of his two field goals of the game.
The only scoring in the third quarter was a 13-yard pass from Michael Briggs to Zach Drake. O’Hara scored twice more in the final quarter, first on a field goal, and later on another quarterback sneak by Michael Briggs.
Advisory Message:
One bike tour, two races affect traffic on Saturday The City of Kansas City, Mo., is notifying motorists that one bicycle tour and two races will temporarily affect traffic on Saturday, Oct. 5. Although the Tour de BBQ bicycle tour will only close Grand Boulevard and Walnut Street between 13th and 14th streets, it may cause delays along the rest of the route. Cyclists will begin their ride in the Kansas City Power and Light District at 7 a.m. leaving in waves of 100-150 riders
every 10 minutes along the following race route: south on Grand Boulevard, which curves into Main Street, which becomes Brookside Boulevard; east on 62nd Street; south on Main Street; west on 85th Street; south on Wornall Road; west on 90th Street; north on Western Hills Drive; west on 89th Street; southeast on Ward Parkway; south on Summit Street; and west on Bannister Road across the state line. The route re-enters Kansas
City, Mo., as the cyclists cross the state line heading east on 135th Street, north on Holmes Road; and west on Blue Ridge Boulevard, across the state line. Cyclists will re-enter Kansas City, Mo., heading northeast on Southwest Boulevard; east on 19th Street; and north on Walnut Street to finish at the Power and Light District. The course closes at 3 p.m. For more information, please visit www.tourdebbq. com.
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Yummy Apple Cake Recipe Diane Krizek With Missouri apples coming on, I’m sharing my very favorite apple cake recipe. This cake stays moist and freezes well. Serves 12 to 14.
1 cup canola oil 4 eggs, beaten ¼ cup orange juice 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 3 large Honeycrisp or Red
Delicious apples, peeled, cored and sliced Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a round, 10-inch angel
Topping 2 teaspoons cinnamon 5 teaspoons sugar Cake Batter 3 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder 2 cups sugar
food cake tube pan and set aside. Make the topping in a small mixing bowl. Stir cinnamon and sugar together and set aside. Make the batter in a large mixing bowl. Whisk flour, salt, baking powder and sugar together and set aside. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk canola oil, eggs, orange juice and vanilla extract together. Pour these wet ingredients into the flour mixture and stir until well combined. Pour half of the cake
batter into the prepared cake pan. Place half of the sliced apples over the batter then sprinkle half of the topping mixture over all. Pour the remaining batter over all and continue layering the remaining sliced apples and topping. Bake for 70 to 90 minutes or until your cake tester comes out clean. Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Then take a knife and slide around edges of cake pan before removing the tube of the cake pan.
Tastes great served hot or cold with or without fresh whipped cream.
Got a favorite, family or awardwinning recipe? We’d love to share it with Raytown. E-mail to editor@ raytowneagle.com or give us a call at 313-0202
The Cat Who Talked Turkey The Raytown MidContinent Public Library Book Club choice for October is The Cat Who Talked Turkey, a novel by Lilian Jackson Braun. The
story begins with a gala groundbreaking for the Pickax bookstore– and the town of Brrr is preparing for its bicentennial celebration. All the
festivities, however, are spoiled by the discovery of a man’s body on James Qwilleran’s property. Could it be the work of the killer who used the same
methods in northern Michigan? To solve the case, Qwill and his feline pals, Koko and Yum Yum, will have to prick up their ears and determine who
committed this foul deed. The Book Club meets monthly on 3rd Tuesdays @ 6:30 P.M. and 3rd Thursdays @ 10:00 a.m.
October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In October 2012, Marvel Entertainment launched a campaign in support of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with variant comic covers and educational material. Marvel comics heroes took on the evil nemesis, breast cancer, in its
month long campaign to raise awareness and educate fans in the fight against breast cancer. In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness month, the Eagle will publish two of those covers every week during the month of October. Watch for the Avengers, Captain America, Captain
Under the Affordable Care Act, women’s preventive health care, such as mammograms, screenings for cervical cancer, prenatal care, and other services, must be covered by health plans without having to pay a copayment, co-insurance or a deductible.
Be aware of your risk, get screened Marvel, Fantastic Four, Invincible Iron Man, Mighty Thor, Uncanny X-Men and Wolferine in their upcoming issues.
Kansas City Symphony Announces New $25 Student Season Pass
Committed to making it possible for students to attend more concerts each season, the Kansas City Symphony is now offering a $25 Student Season Pass to select Classical Series concert weekends. “The Symphony has long had the lowest student ticket prices around, and now we expand our accessibility via our new $25 Student
Season Pass,” said Frank Byrne, Executive Director. “We believe that every young person should have access to great music and we are committed to helping to make that a reality. With this new pass, we are excited to welcome even more students to
the Symphony.” Students 25 and younger with a valid, school-issued student ID may purchase the pass that allows entrance to most concerts in the 201314 Classical Series lineup. The $25 Student Season Pass seats
will be located in the choral loft, placing concertgoers very close to the performers as well as providing unique views of the conductor and Helzberg Hall. The $25 Student Season Pass is available by calling the Symphony Box Office at (816) 471-0400 or by visiting www. kcsymphony.org. In addition to the $25 Student Season
About Jake Shimabukuro Ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro has taken the four-string, twooctave instrument to places no one has gone before, performing awesome music that ranges from jazz, blues, and rock to bluegrass, classical, and folk. His live concerts are an
out-of-the-box blend of stunning virtuosity, deep musicality and a natural entertainer’s flair. Jake got his start at age four, when his mother gave him his first ukulele lesson. Fascinated by the instrument, he eventually began playing regularly at a local café, where his talent and reputation blossomed. Fastforward several years and Jake now has his own record label, and tours extensively in the U.S. and Japan. Jake has completely rewritten the book on the possibilities of the ukulele -- and is adding new chapters with every CD he records.
Ukulele Master Jake Shimabukuro To Perform At The Kauffman
The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced that ukulele wizard Jake Shimabukuro will perform at the Kauffman Center’s Helzberg Hall on Friday, November 15. Ticket prices for this event range from $39 to $79 and will be available through the Kauffman Center Box Office at (816) 9947222 or online at www. kauffmancenter.org. A Hawaiian ukulele virtuoso and composer, Jake Shimabukuro is best known for his fast and complex finger work. He became internationally famous in 2006 when a video of him playing the Beatles classic “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” was posted on YouTube, reaching over 12 million views. “Kauffman Center is thrilled to present Jake Shimabukuro, ukulelist and composer, as part of the Kauffman
Center Presents season. Shimabukuro has redefined ukulele playing, adding complex and virtuosic passages, and expanding the boundaries of the traditional ukulele performance,” said Jane Chu, President & CEO of the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
Pass, the Symphony will continue to offer $10 student tickets for select individual concerts, based on seat availability. For more information regarding any student ticket offerings, please contact the Symphony Box Office (816) 4710400 or visit www. kcsymphony.org. The $25 Student Season Pass is not
valid for the following high-demand
concert
weekends: Saint-Saëns’ Second Piano Concerto, Tchaikovsky’s
Romeo
and Juliet (Nov. 1-3); Beethoven’s Fifth, Plus Percussionist
Martin
Grubinger (Jan. 31-Feb. 2); and Joshua Bell Plus Bartok
Concerto
Orchestra (Mar. 7-9).
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Raytown Scouts At The Renaissance Festival By Michele Sipes Boy Scout Troops 145, 229, 161, 550 & 631 have been operating the Round-a-Bout swing at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival in Bonner Springs since
Labor Day this year. Consider stopping by the swing to support before the Festival ends on the Columbus Day weekend. For decades, this annual fundraiser has provided funding for scouting activities,
enabling scouts to attend many summer camps at H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation, high adventures to Canada, Philmont and Sea Base. Since the ‘80s, Troop 145 has owned and operated the scout-
Festival-goers enjoy the Boy Scout powered Round-a-Bout
Tired, but happy these Scouts are more than willing to take a break and pose for a picture
powered Round-aBout swing. In the beginning, this swing was assembled at the Raytown Round up Days but has since had a more permanent home at the Renaissance Festival. The swing seats six people from babies through adults. At just $2 per person for a 3-minute ride, it’s sure to be a tradition for the whole family.
Fundraisers are the foundation of our organization to offset the monetary burden of participating families. Summer camp costs $300 per scout and many families have more than one scout plus a parent attending these activities. Although financial assistance is available through Boy Scouts of America, our local fundraisers have a
direct impact on every scout in the unit. Many of our units are selling popcorn as a fundraiser this year. Come support the arts and scouts at the Renaissance Festival and buy popcorn to support the local scout units in your area. Visit http://www. kcrenfest.com for more information.
Bay Area News Photographer Visits Raytown High The alma mater of San Francisco 49er Aldon Smith
On September 2, 2013, photographer, Cam Inman of the Bay Area News Group, took some great shots on his visit to the alma mater of Francisco 49er Aldon Smith, number 99. Six years ago, Smith starred as a Raytown High defensive end and tight end and also starred in Inman’s photos were published in the San Jose Mercury News and
features the Raytown High School and football field, the Blue Jay’s trophy case and the storefront of Smith Brothers Hardware and its nostalgic lighted “Smith Bros. Hardware”. The sign was significant to the story because Aldon Smith and teammate Justin Smith are sometimes referred to as the “Smith Brothers.”
Photos courtesy of San Jose Mercury News and Cam Inman/Bay Area News Group
2013 Economic Development Update On August 20, 2013, Thomas A. Cole, CecD, Economic Development Administrator, delivered an update summarizing the economic opportunities and positive momentum experienced in Raytown over the past year to Raytown Chamber of Commerce members at REAP. He listed the following: Northcraft Flooring & Granite Design relocated from 55th & Raytown Road to an 18,000 square feet of space in Raytown Plaza (62nd & Blue Ridge Boulevard) and serves as an anchor in Raytown Plaza Shopping Center. Show-Me-Quilting leased 2700 square feet of space in Raytown Plaza to retail quilting fabric, patterns, equipment, machines, supplies and service to those who enjoy the art of quilting and claims to have “dedicated customers from an extensive geography”. Dollar N Cents discount retailer opened in Raytown Plaza at the beginning of 2013 and offers 2300 square feet of products for retail sale. Raytown International Raceway expanded its operation to nearly 7000 square feet of space for slot car racing at Raytown Plaza, in addition to sales and
service to the hobby racer retail market. Loomis Laundry & Dry Cleaning, estimated to open Fall 2013, has leased the former 3600 square feet Neptune Laundry location in Raytown Plaza and is modernizing the facility with new, state of the art Maytag laundry equipment. NewZroom Café, estimated to open Fall 2013 or early 2014, is a casual dining/congregating venue at 6020 Blue Ridge Boulevard across the street from Raytown High School. The Board of Aldermen approved the project to receive Chapter 353 Tax Abatement. Home Skillet continues to proceed on the interior renovation of 3500 square feet in Raytown Plaza between Northcraft and ShowMe-Quilting and no opening date has been established. Working Class Tattoo received a Conditional Use Permit for the storefront in Raytown Plaza and are remodeling and completing the tenant improvements on a storefront at Raytown Plaza and no complete MCC - Mike’s Cycle Center leases space at 9615 East 63rd Street to offer sales and service of motorcycles and power sports in addi-
tion to retailing clothing, protective gear and accessories to a strong customer base from the Kansas City metro area. Heartland Fabrication and 3-Feathers Construction. Both firms have relocated from Independence to a 25,000 square feet industrial building at 10220 East 65th Street in Raytown. The firms manufacture parts for the Department of Defense and specialty cutting tools for the meat processing industry. The project has brought over 60 ironworkers and tool & die specialists to Raytown. Elite Booth, LLC is regional firm that produces interior furnishings for national restaurants that took over the former Towncraft Wood Product’s building at 616 East 55th Street and brought over 20 new manufacturing jobs in over 30,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space. Google Fiber is currently installing the world’s fastest internet connection speed fiber along a main fiber corridor in Raytown which is entirely dependent on market acceptance supplied by it’s demanded by pre-sale. Advanced Eyecare celebrated a Grand Re-opening at its location at 67th & Raytown
Road. The celebration concluded an extensive reinvestment, remodel and building addition designed to accommodate additional examination rooms. Players Paradise completely renovated the former Laurel Lanes Bowling Alley into an indoor baseball and golf skills training facility catering to competitive youth baseball players and teams as well as individual golf enthusiasts from Eastern Jackson County. Carespot, an urgent care facility that opened in the former Buffalo Wild Wings location of the Raytown Square Shopping Center, offering a wide variety of services ranging from walk-in health checks, occupational health reviews, traditional medical evaluations and the in-house ability to perform x-rays, clinical testing and care for a number of medical procedures that do not demand the attention of an ER staff. Select Physical Therapy will be leasing the space immediately east of Carespot to provide physical therapy, hand/ occupational therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation, lower back treatments and additional services to aid in the recovery and rehabilitation of hurting individ-
uals. An opening date has not yet been established. Hy-Vee Fuel Station purchased and demolished the former Jeep dealership at 9401 East 350 Highway and opened a Convenience/ Fuel Store with future plans that may include a car wash and/or coffee shop on the site. 87th Street Market purchased into the former 7-Eleven building at 9709 East 87th Street and remodeled the interior and exterior and reopened as a shop that sells groceries and liquor. Extreme Grand Prix moved into the 60,000 square feet former HyVee store at 9731 Blue
Ridge Boulevard and made significant modifications to become the largest indoor Go Kart/ Family Fun Center in the Midwest. Dunkin’ Donuts made a return to Raytown by constructing a new 3000 square feet building adjacent to Extreme Grand Prix at 350 Highway and Blue Ridge Boulevard and is anticipated to be fully operational in fall 2013. Little Caesar’s Pizza submitted a plan to the City for a drive-thru only take-out pizza shop at 9008 350 Highway that will go before the Board of Zoning Adjustment in the coming weeks to seek a setback variance.