Kearney Aldermen, School Board, and Proposition A Results

Voters went to the polls on Tuesday, April 8, to decide who would serve in elected positions and if the city residents would approve a new half-cent sales tax to help fund Kearney Police initiatives. Here are the unofficial results from the Clay County Board of Elections:

Board of Aldermen

Ward 1 Alderman candidate Gerri Spencer and incumbent Ward 2 Alderman Dan Holt ran unopposed and were automatically elected for those seats on the Board of Aldermen.

Kearney School Board

Four individuals ran for two open seats on the Kearney School District:

[X] Christina Lindsay – 27.03%

Michael Joe Hickey – 5.18%

Justin Cook – 19.21%

[X] Jason Klindt – 30.34%

Proposition A

Residents also voted on Proposition A, that would allow the Kearney Police Department to expand its capabilities, update critical equipment, and effectively address the rise in activity through a half-cent sales tax.

Proposition A was narrowly defeated. 51.64% of voters said no, while 48.12% were in favor of the measure.

“I'm disappointed in the outcome, but I appreciate the continued support we receive from the community,” Chief Mark Thomas told KPGZ News. “The Kearney Police Department will always provide the service and protection to our community that we have always been committed to in the past as well as in the future.”

KPGZ News - Brian Watts contributed to this story.

Mayor Proclaims May as Older Americans Month

Mayor Randy Pogue proclaimed May 2024 as Older Americans Month in Kearney during the Board of Aldermen meeting on April 15. Kearney resident and Clay County Senior Services Board Member Marie Steiner was presented a proclamation recognizing May 2024 as Older Americans Month.

Alderman Lehman, Alderman Holt, Past Alderman Steiner, Past Alderman Spencer, Mayor Pogue, Alderman Barger

This year's theme, “Powered by Connection”, emphasizes the profound impact of meaningful interactions and social connection on the well-being and health of older adults in our community.

Mayor Pogue calls on all residents to join him in recognizing the contributions of our older citizens and promoting programs and activities that foster connection, inclusion, and support for older adults. People can make a difference by listening to the stories of older adults, visiting a nursing home and spending time with residents there, volunteering to help local seniors, writing a note of appreciation or simply saying "thank you" to an older adult for their contributions.

102.7FM KPGZ programs music from the 50’s through the 80’s that would appeal to older adults on the weekends. For show details go to 1027kearneymo.com/programming.

Brian Watts contributed to this story.