Strong Economic Base

Support Small Business

Michelle Staley — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:44:55 GMT

I have been looking into starting an antique shop. Since I am a long term Lenexa resident I began my search here. I found several locations but when I called the city about fees... I was astonished at how high they were.

I contacted Shawnee and Merriam and their fees were much lower as well as more specific than those here.

When the time comes to open the shop I will be looking in Shawnee as they seem to be more small business friendly.

I realize that Lenexa prefers to draw big business but there should still be some room for the little guy. There also seems to be a different set of regulations for businesses like Gomer's -vs- a small business such as a candy store or dog groomer.

I would love to be able to open my shop close to home, Old Town would be great, but unless things change that is not a possibility.

Is Lenexa land locked?

Anonymous — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 02:51:14 GMT

Lenexa needs to attract high tech corporate entities and move away from indusrial parks that don't blend well with residential areas. Corporate office areas with well planned amenities will allow the community to grow with the future. We need companies looking for well educated workers that can offer decent paying jobs. Not companies looking for huge tax breaks that pay wages that don't allow people to sustain a home in our community. As commutes get longer and traffic gets worse, having a sulf sustaining community will be crucial. Lenexa needs a Mission Statement that defines the overall goals and direction we intend to follow. The urban sprawl is on the verge of swallowing up Lenexa over the next 10- 20 years and once things are built , it will be difficult to change. So please, have a clear concise plan of action that will be something that we can be proud of that makes people want to be part of this community. Let's face it, downtown is not going anywhere, it will be what it is for a long time. However, the shape and makeup of the rest of the community is going to require a well thought out plan that addresses what is important today and in the future.

Welcome!

scsharp — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 15:11:23 GMT

My name is Stephanie Sharp and I am the chair of the Strong Economic Base Task Force. Together with Vice Chair Bill McCollum and Secretary Jason Leib, and our team (see below), we are holding meetings to determine the long term needs of the Lenexa business community and how the business community impacts the long term viability of our neighborhoods, transportation systems, public safety, and community identity.

The first meeting provided an overview of current and upcoming projects, as well as an update on progress toward Vision 2020, initiated 10 years ago. Lenexa Chamber President Blake Schreck and Lenexa City Administrator Eric Wade gave a comprehensive overview of the challenges Lenexa faces over the next 20 years, as well as the unique opportunities at our fingertips.

Our second meeting offered an in-depth look at the City Center project, which was borne out of the Vision 2020 team. The district is visionary now, let alone 10 years ago. Task Force conversations centered around the long term continued development of the City Center vision, but with an eye to aging parts of our city on the east side.

Please join us at upcoming meetings at City Hall in Lenexa, or feel free to post ideas on this message board. Meetings are held from 7-9 pm on March 24th, April 7th, and April 21st. Our March 24th meeting will deal with land use planning in Lenexa.

Task Force members: Doug Boyd, John Cooper, Carl Litif, Katie Linden, Karleen Novak, Brian Schade, Tom Stephan

Staff Liaison: Tony Perkins

Steering Committee Liaisons: Phil Hammond, Lisa Tomlinson

Coming to Lenexa

Anonymous — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:57:43 GMT

In providing a strong economic base, it is important to attract money from sources instead of raising taxes- in this case you are lower the standard of living in your community in some cases, the money has to be used to increase the livability of the city. This will help the economic development.