Jennifer Vargo

City of Lee's Summit

The City of Lee's Summit, Missouri is a thriving, progressive community located 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With a population of more than 104,000, Lee's Summit enjoys the many attributes of a significant suburb within a major metropolitan area while still maintaining a small town feel. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life amenities, Lee's Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri and is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America. Lee's Summit is in a rare and distinguished position of being one of only 10 cities in the nation to hold four national level accreditations for its Fire, Parks & Recreation, Police and Public Works services. With 31 parks, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational opportunity, making Lee's Summit a paradise for the active outdoor lover. Additional recreational activities include boating and fishing on one of our regional lakes or walking along our trails system. Lee's Summit offers superior public and private schools ranging from elementary to graduate level educational institutions. We are home to one of the best school systems in the country, receiving local, state and national awards for both academic and teaching excellence. While Lee's Summit has experienced tremendous growth, it remains an inviting, family-friendly community. There is something remarkable about Lee's Summit that cannot be bottled and sold. It's a healthy sense of community spirit that is woven into our relationships with each other and the fabric of our community. It is cultivated by our residents and business owners, inspired by a willingness to connect with each other and the desire to make a positive impact on our community today and in the future. Lee's Summit! A community where anything is possible!