PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE SET NOV. 1
It’s almost ready.
An open house for the new City Hall/police department headquarters for Platte City is set for Wednesday, Nov. 1, and city officials say daily operations from inside the new building will begin on Monday, Nov. 13.
The new City Hall/police station is located at 224 Marshall Road in Platte City.
Residents are invited to attend the open house event, which is set from 5-7 p.m. on the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 1.
“This state-of-the-art facility is a testament to our city’s commitment to progress, safety, and community involvement. Not only does this facility represent the culmination of years of planning and construction, but it also symbolizes our commitment to the future and to serving our residents with greater efficiency and dedication,” city officials said in a news release.
In response to a question from The Landmark, Marji Gehr, city administrator, said final touches being completed on the new building include electrical, data, phone and security tasks.
“Additionally, contractors are addressing internal cleaning, touch-up painting, and resolving some minor issues on the checklist,” Gehr added.
Gehr also said inspections of such systems as the elevator, fire protection, and a final inspection for a temporary certificate of occupancy will take place before the open house.
After the open house, staff will ensure the facility is well-secured “as we smoothly transition police operations and government administration functions from our current location to 224 Marshall Road,” Gehr remarked.
“Throughout this period, staff remains steadfast in maintaining the data security and confidentiality standards our community trusts us with,” she added.
During the transition, city services will remain uninterrupted at the current City Hall location at 400 Main Street.
“We are all eagerly looking forward to opening the doors of the 224 Marshall facility to the public for daily operations starting at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 13,” Gehr stated.
Prior to the official daily operations beginning at the new facility, some of the city’s committees will begin meeting there.
“Our elected official committee, commission and board meetings will commence at the new facility beginning with the public works committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 6,” Gehr explained. “This will be closely followed by the parks and recreation committee meeting at 6:30 p.m.”
City officials, Gehr said, have “ensured the new council chambers provide a spacious and welcoming environment for all our public members.”
Highlights of the open house will include:
•Guided tours of the new facility, showcasing its advanced features and spaces, and discussions about the roles and functions of the various departments within the new space.
•Opportunities to meet and interact with city staff, police officers, and elected officials.
•An open forum for public feedback, where residents can share their input and insights on the new facility and its potential impact on the community.
“Our new City Hall and police station is more than just a building. It represents our city’s heart and the collective effort of our community to advance into the future,” says Mayor Tony Paolillo in a press release. “We are immensely proud of this new facility, and we eagerly look forward to welcoming our residents to witness the fruit of our community’s labor.”
In the press release, the mayor is quoted as saying: “The open house is not just an unveiling of a new building but an opportunity for the community to come together, to celebrate our shared achievements, and to envision a brighter future for all residents. We urge all residents to come and be a part of this landmark event. This is your new City Hall and police station, a public space that will serve our community for many decades to come. Let’s come together to celebrate, share, and shape our collective future.”