Mayor Schwarzler to Host Community Town Hall
Mayor Schwarzler is excited to continue her efforts in fostering strong community connections by hosting a town hall to engage directly with residents. On Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, she’ll be at the Independence Heritage [...]
Shape Independence’s Future Today
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? This is your chance to shape the future of Independence and leave a lasting impact. By joining one of our boards or commissions, you can bring your voice, ideas, and [...]
Independence Police Release Monthly Report
Have you been curious about what our officers have been up to all month? The Independence Police Department is sharing a sample of the calls for service each month to inform and educate community members on the work we do. [...]
Swearing-In Ceremony Welcomes New Mayor and Council
Last night marked a meaningful moment of transition and gratitude for our community. We officially swore in three city councilors— Bill Boisvert, Dawn Roden, and Kathy Martin-Willis—who are ready to bring their unique perspectives and dedication to serving our [...]
Good Neighbor Awards Honor Community Champions
Last night, Mayor McArdle had the honor of recognizing some of Independence’s finest with the Good Neighbor Awards—a celebration of individuals who embody the spirit of kindness, collaboration, and service that keeps our community thriving. “Everybody knows what a [...]
Annual Flushing Program to Begin in January
The city of Independence Public Works Crew will be performing their annual water distribution flushing program during the months of January and February. This program will target representative areas throughout the City of Independence’s water system to “flush” our main [...]
Independence Police Swear-in New Leadership
The Independence Police Department recently celebrated a momentous occasion as it welcomed several new leaders into key roles during a swearing-in ceremony. Juventino "Tino" Banuelos was inaugurated as the new Chief of Police, bringing a wealth of experience and a [...]
A Year in Review 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on all this year has brought to our community. From improving our parks to making key infrastructure upgrades and keeping you informed every step of the way, Independence [...]
City Staff Give Back This Holiday Season
This week, city staff became Santa's little helpers by volunteering at the Polk County Family & Community Outreach Holiday Assistance Program! We had a blast shopping for gifts and packaging boxes filled with holiday cheer for kids in our community. [...]
