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1. Where is City Hall located?
2. How do I get a marriage license?
3. How do I get copies of birth/death certificates?
4. How do I become more involved with the City?
5. What do I need to register to vote in Jackson County?

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1. Who can I contact regarding volunteer/outreach opportunites the City offers?

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1. How soon can I get an inspection?
2. Can trash be put out on the curb?
3. If I receive a violation notice and I corrected the violation what do I do?

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1. Where do I go to get the zoning of my property?
2. How long does the development review process take?
3. Does the City of Blue Springs offer Section 8 and/or HUD Public Housing ?
4. Who do I contact about Landlord / Tenant issues?
5. Where can I recycle in Blue Springs?
6. How do I sign up for trash hauling services in Blue Springs?
7. What should I do if I feel I have been discriminated against in finding housing?

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1. How long has the Bike Patrol Unit been around?
2. What kind of training does it take to become a Bike Officer?
3. What kind of duties does a Bike Officer perform?

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1. What does the Crisis Assistance Program offer?
2. What types of issues do the counselors work with?
3. How can I get help from the program?

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1. Who presents the DARE program?
2. How can my child participate in the DARE program?

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1. Can I help be a part of the National Night Out event?
2. When is National Night Out?

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1. What is the sales tax rate in Blue Springs?
2. What is the property tax rate in Blue Springs?
3. What is the NID and how is my NID Special Assessment calculated?
4. What is a franchise fee?

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1. Can I download the data?
2. What Council District do I reside in?
3. How do I find the zoning of my propety?
4. What is the definition of my zoning district?

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1. Where is City Hall located?
2. What are the City’s hours of operation?
3. What are the Jackson County election information?
4. How do I get copies of birth / death certificates?

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1. What benefits do City employees receive?
2. How can I find out the status of the position for which I applied?
3. Can a position be applied for which is not currently open?
4. Can the application I completed for a specific position be used for multiple positions?
5. What is the time frame for filling a position after the closing date?
6. How do I contact LAGERS?
7. If I submitted an application on-line, do I need to also complete a written application?
8. How do I file a claim for potential damages against the City?

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1. What type of check is needed to obtain a license?
2. If I have not paid taxes in the City before how do I get proof to obtain a license?
3. If I change the name of my business or sell the business can the license be transferred?
4. What or who is the Managing Agent?
5. Must the Managing Agent reside in Missouri?
6. What do I do if I want to upgrade or change my license?
7. What is the difference between a 6-day and 7-day license?

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1. Why are we voting on this?
2. Who pays the 3% sales tax?
3. How much does the City anticipate this will raise?
4. What will the additional funds be used for?
5. What is the County's 3% sales tax?
6. What is the General Fund?

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1. Who are my City Councilmembers?
2. When and where are Council meetings?
3. Can I watch the City Council meeting on TV?
4. How do I let the Council know what I want them to do about some City legislation or problem?
5. What is an Executive Session?

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1. Where is the Municipal Court located?
2. Is there a drop box for payments?
3. Does the Municipal Court accept credit card payments?
4. Is there a way to pay for a ticket without appearing in Court?
5. What if I need to change the date of my court date?
6. What if I do not appear in Court on my court date?
7. Do I have the right to be represented by an attorney?
8. Does the Municipal Court accept online payments?
9. Is video court an option?

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1. What are the qualifications to become a police officer?
2. When are weather sirens tested?
3. Is there a curfew for minors in Blue Springs?

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1. Do I need a permit to have a band in my back yard?
2. Where can I obtain an alarm permit application?
3. When does the special event form have to be turned in by?
4. Do I need a permit to have a parade or block party?

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1. How do I get my animal out of impoundment?
2. Is there a leash law in Blue Springs?
3. Is there an ordinance regarding barking dogs?

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1. Why does the dispatcher call me back if I dial 9-1-1 by mistake?
2. When I call 9-1-1, does the dispatcher know where I am?
3. What number should I call if I see a crime in progress?

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1. Is an investigator assigned to every reported crime?
2. What happens during an investigation?

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1. If I see the K-9 out in public, am I able to pet him?
2. Will you make a special appearance?
3. Where is Urich from?

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1. How do I reach someone who is in your jail?
2. How can I obtain a release for my impounded vehicle?
3. Where can I park a vehicle for sale?
4. How do I hire an off-duty police officer and how much does it cost?

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1. What does C.A.L.E.A. stand for?

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1. What is the cost of a police report, fingerprints, and Liquor ID Card?
2. How do I obtain a Liquor Card?
3. Where are you located?
4. How do I obtain a copy of my police report?

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1. Whom do I contact about a streetlight that’s not working?
2. How do I obtain traffic information?
3. Whom do I contact about problems with traffic signals?
4. Whom do I contact about problems with silt/mud coming on my property from construction sites?
5. When do I need a street-cut permit?
6. Whom do I contact regarding mortgage insurance requirements and/or floodplain information?
7. How do I obtain information about storm drainage?

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1. What is the City’s snow removal policy and plan?
2. How do I report a pothole?
3. How do I report a down or damaged street sign?
4. Who is responsible for repairing the sidewalk in front of my home or business?
5. Who is responsible for maintaining drainage ways that are on my property?
6. Who do I contact about problems with silt/mud coming on my property from construction sites?

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1. Where does my water come from?
2. Why is my water pressure low?
3. Why did sewage back up in my house?

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1. Where and how can I pay my water bill?
2. I have a question regarding my water bill. Whom can I contact?
3. What is needed to establish new water service?
4. How do I sign up to view and pay my bill online?

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1. How do I get a listing of daily activities at Vesper Hall?
2. Does Blue Springs offer transportation services for older adults?