Crossroads CID Sales Tax Effective Date is April 1, 2026
Business Notification Letter: February 12, 2026
Dear Crossroads Business Owner or Operator,
The Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) is writing to inform you of an important upcoming change that will affect retail sales within the Crossroads Community Improvement District.
The Missouri Department of Revenue (MODoR) has officially confirmed that the voter-approved Crossroads CID one-half of one percent (0.5%) sales and use tax will take effect on April 1, 2026.
What This Means for Your Business
- Beginning April 1, 2026, the additional 0.5% CID sales tax will apply to taxable retail sales made within the Crossroads CID boundary.
- If you are obligated to pay a Use tax on a purchase by you, the rate will now be one-half percent greater.
- MODoR will be providing updated rate sheets.
- The sales tax is collected by you and remitted to MODoR the same as other sales taxes; the use tax is paid and remitted to MODoR the same as other use taxes.
- Certain transactions are exempt under state law, including sales of motor vehicles and sales by or to public utilities and certain communications providers.
Required Customer Notice
Missouri law (Section 67.1545.11, RSMo) requires each business located within the CID to post a sign informing customers of the increased sales tax rate.
To support compliance, the CCID will:
- Provide recommended signage language and a printable sign template (see below)
- Share reminders prior to April 1, 2026 to ensure businesses are prepared
- Remain available to answer questions or coordinate with the Department of Revenue as needed
Next Steps
The Missouri Department of Revenue will issue formal guidance to retailers regarding system updates and reporting requirements. We encourage you to work with your point-of-sale provider or accountant to ensure your systems are updated in advance of April 1, 2026.
If you have questions, need assistance, or would like confirmation that your business is within the CID boundary, please email the CCID at contact@crossroadscid.org.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping support the services that keep the Crossroads a vibrant and welcoming place to do business.
Sincerely,
Rick Usher, Executive Director
Crossroads Community Improvement District
One-Page Public FAQ
Crossroads CID Sales & Use Tax – What You Need to Know
What is the Crossroads CID sales tax?
The Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) sales tax is a voter-approved 0.5% (one-half of one percent) sales and use tax dedicated to funding neighborhood services in the Crossroads Arts District.
When does the tax begin?
The tax takes effect April 1, 2026.
How long does the tax last?
The tax is authorized through March 31, 2036, consistent with the ballot language approved by voters.
Where does the tax apply?
The tax applies to taxable retail sales within the Crossroads CID boundary, which lies entirely within Kansas City, Missouri (Jackson County).
What does the tax fund?
CID sales tax revenues support:
- Public safety and security programs
- Sidewalk cleaning, maintenance, and graffiti removal
- Neighborhood beautification and quality-of-life improvements
- First Friday event management
- Administrative and operational functions of the CCID
Are any sales exempt?
Yes. State law exempts certain transactions, including:
- Motor vehicles, trailers, boats, and outboard motors
- Sales by or to public utilities
- Certain communications, cable, and video services
- Domestic utility services
Who collects the tax?
The Missouri Department of Revenue collects the tax from retailers and distributes revenues monthly to the CCID.
Do businesses have to notify customers?
Yes. Missouri law requires businesses within the CID to post a sign informing customers of the increased sales tax rate. The CCID will provide signage guidance prior to April 1, 2026.
Will this affect existing Kansas City sales taxes?
The CID tax is added to existing state and local sales taxes and does not replace them.
Who oversees the funds?
The CCID Board of Directors oversees the budget and use of funds and is subject to state financial reporting and audit requirements.
Where can I learn more?
For updates, boundary information, or assistance, contact the Crossroads Community Improvement District at contact@crossroadscid.org.
Recommended signage language and a printable sign template:
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
Meeting of the Board of Directors of Crossroads Community Improvement District
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Meeting will be held on Zoom
January 29, 2026 — Invitation to Respond — CCID Request for Proposals for Sidewalk Cleaning & Maintenance Services
The Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors interested in providing sidewalk cleaning, litter removal, public space maintenance, graffiti removal, and streetscape support services as we implement a phased, neighborhood-wide sidewalk cleaning and maintenance program in the Crossroads Arts District of Kansas City, Missouri.
Attached is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Sidewalk Cleaning and Maintenance Services, which outlines CCID’s goals, the anticipated scope of services, implementation timelines, and an overview of contracting and negotiations.
We encourage firms with experience in urban districts, mixed-use neighborhoods, event-related services, and collaborative models involving public agencies and community stakeholders to review the RFP and submit a response.
Responses should be submitted in accordance with the instructions outlined in the RFP.
Thank you for your interest in partnering with the Crossroads Community Improvement District to enhance the quality of life in our neighborhood. Responses must be received by February 12, 2026 at 5 p.m. CST.
January 26, 2026 — Invitation to Respond — CCID Request for Proposals for Public Safety Services
The Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) is seeking proposals from qualified private security and public safety service providers as we implement a phased, neighborhood-wide public safety program in the Crossroads Arts District of Kansas City, Missouri.
Attached below is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Public Safety Services, which outlines CCID’s goals, anticipated scope of services, implementation timelines, and overview of contracting and negotiations for services.
We encourage firms with experience in urban districts, mixed-use neighborhoods, event-related security, and collaborative models involving public agencies and community stakeholders to review the RFP and submit a response.
Responses should be submitted in accordance with the instructions outlined in the RFP.
Thank you for your interest in partnering with the Crossroads Community Improvement District to enhance public safety and quality of life in our neighborhood. Responses must be received by February 9, 2026 at 5 p.m. CST.
December 29, 2025 — Invitation to Respond — CCID Request for Information for Sidewalk Cleaning & Maintenance Program
The Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) is seeking information from qualified contractors interested in providing sidewalk cleaning, litter removal, public space maintenance, graffiti removal and streetscape support services within the Crossroads Arts District in Kansas City, Missouri.
Attached below is a Request for Information (RFI) for Sidewalk Cleaning & Maintenance Services, which outlines CCID’s goals, anticipated scope of services, and our interest in learning more about innovative, collaborative, and scalable approaches to neighborhood beautification. This RFI is intended to inform future procurement and contracting decisions as CCID revenues are phased in.
We encourage firms with experience in urban districts, mixed-use neighborhoods, and collaborative models involving public agencies and community stakeholders to review the RFI and submit a response.
Responses should be submitted in accordance with the instructions outlined in the RFI.
Thank you for your interest in partnering with the Crossroads Community Improvement District to enhance public space beautification and quality of life in our neighborhood. Questions must be submitted in writing by January 12, 2026. Responses must be received by January 20, 2026 at 5 p.m. CST.
December 18, 2025 — Invitation to Respond – CCID Request for Information for Public Safety Services
The Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) is seeking information from qualified private security and public safety service providers as we prepare to implement a phased, neighborhood-wide public safety program in the Crossroads Arts District of Kansas City, Missouri.
Attached below is a Request for Information (RFI) for Public Safety Services, which outlines CCID’s goals, anticipated scope of services, and our interest in learning more about innovative, collaborative, and scalable approaches to neighborhood safety. This RFI is intended to inform future procurement and contracting decisions as CCID revenues are phased in.
We encourage firms with experience in urban districts, mixed-use neighborhoods, event-related security, and collaborative models involving public agencies and community stakeholders to review the RFI and submit a response.
Responses should be submitted in accordance with the instructions outlined in the RFI.
Thank you for your interest in partnering with the Crossroads Community Improvement District to enhance public safety and quality of life in our neighborhood. Questions must be submitted in writing by January 12, 2026. Responses must be received by January 18, 2026 at 5 p.m. CST.
Crossroads CID Community Newsletter
December 5, 2025
Crossroads CID Sales Tax Election Certified!
Voters Approve 0.5% Sales & Use Tax
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Today, the Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) is proud to share that the Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners has officially certified the results of the December 2, 2025 mail-in election approving the CCID’s one-half of one percent (0.5%) sales and use tax. The Board’s certification, issued December 3, 2025, confirms:
- YES votes: 41
- NO votes: 5
This successful outcome marks a major milestone for the Crossroads and reflects the confidence of voters in a stronger, safer, and more vibrant district.
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What This Means for the Crossroads
The approval of the sales tax provides a dedicated, voter-authorized revenue stream to support enhanced public safety, sidewalk cleaning, beautification, streetscape, economic vitality, First Friday management and other core CID services. This funding will allow the CCID to deliver consistent, professional services that elevate quality of life and strengthen the neighborhood’s long-term growth.
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Next Steps With the Missouri Department of Revenue
The CCID will now submit all required documentation to the Missouri Department of Revenue to activate the new tax. DOR will establish the tax effective date and notify all Crossroads businesses of the implementation timeline. Once collections begin, revenues will flow directly into the CCID budget to support service delivery in Q2‑3 2026.
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A Heartfelt Thank You to the Community
This victory belongs to the neighborhood.
The CCID extends deep appreciation to the countless advocates, volunteers, property owners, residents, artists, business leaders, and organizational partners whose tireless commitment made this possible. Your persistence, your belief in the Crossroads, and your willingness to step up over many months are what brought this effort across the finish line.
Your support ensures that the Crossroads can continue to be a thriving, innovative, welcoming district for everyone who lives, works, and creates here.
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Looking Ahead
With both the property assessment and sales tax now authorized, the CCID enters 2026 with the tools needed to deliver on the community’s vision. In the coming weeks, we will provide additional updates on:
- Public safety program implementation
- Sidewalk cleaning and maintenance services
- Graffiti abatement
- First Friday management
- KC2026 Crossroads Summer Festival neighborhood and small business activation
- Opportunities for community involvement
Together, we are building the future of the Crossroads.
Jeff Owens, CCID Board President
Rick Usher, CCID Executive Director
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
Meeting of the Board of Directors of
Crossroads Community Improvement District
Friday, November 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Posted Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 9:33 a.m.
Update: November 19, 2025 — Community Newsletter
½‑Cent Sales Tax Election is Underway — December 2nd Election Day
1) Where We Are Now: CCID Implementation Snapshot
- CCID Established: The Crossroads Community Improvement District (CCID) was approved by the City Council on July 24, 2025.
- Property Tax Assessment: Thanks to strong community support, the assessment will appear on Jackson County tax bills due December 31, 2025.
- Sales Tax Election Happening Now: Ballots for the mail-in sales tax election have been mailed to voters now and must be submitted by election day December 2, 2025 (details below).
- Near-Term Priorities (Q4 2025 – Q1 2026):
- Launch public safety initiatives (mix of off-duty coverage and targeted technology tools).
- Prepare for international visitors to the KC2026 World Cup Fan Festival and activate events supporting local businesses. Stand up First Fridays operations under CCID management for 2026. Please take our Business Engagement Survey.
- Infrastructure & Clean & Green: litter abatement, tree care coordination, and early accessibility fixes.
- Governance & Finance: prepare first-year operations budget based on projected property assessment and sales tax revenues.
- Launch public safety initiatives (mix of off-duty coverage and targeted technology tools).
- How we’ll communicate: Monthly newsletters (like this one), office hours, public meetings/listening sessions, and website updates.
2) Meet Your CCID Board
Your CCID board represents a cross-section of the district’s property owners and stakeholders.
- Jeff Owens, Chair
- Leslie Tomlinson, Vice-Chair
- Rick Usher, Executive Director
- Casey Osburn, Secretary
- Alissa Wehmueller, Assistant Secretary
- Ryan Gaik, Treasurer
- Rasool Ahmed, Board Member
- Lara Gray — Board Member
You can see more information about the CCID board and activities at www.crossroadscid.org. If you’re interested in committee work (Infrastructure, Public Safety, Liquor License, Street Tree), see “Get Involved” below.
3) A Big Thank-You to Property Owners
To every property owner who signed, asked questions, or spread the word—Thank you! Your participation made it possible to put the 2025 property tax assessment in place, keeping critical services on track for 2026 and beyond. This is the foundation for cleaner streets, safer nights, thriving arts, and strong small businesses.
4) Sales Tax Election: What to Know & How to Vote
What is it? A proposed CID ½‑cent sales tax (within CCID boundaries) to expand and stabilize funding for services like safety, beautification, sanitation, mobility, graffiti removal, and First Fridays operations.
Key Dates (Mail-In):
- November 14, 2025: Ballots mailed to registered voters in the CCID.
- Must be notarized: Follow the voter instructions carefully. A full list of free and convenient notary locations is available at:
kccrossroads.org/community-improvement-district - Return deadline: Ballots must arrive by Election Day — Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Who can vote? Registered voters who live within the CCID boundaries.
Why it matters: The sales tax broadens who contributes to the services we all rely on — residents, visitors, and customers — enabling us to increase services to neighborhood activity.
Action Step: If you’re a registered voter in the CCID, watch your mailbox, complete and notarize your ballot, and return it promptly to ensure it’s received by 5 p.m., Dec 2.
Free Notary Office Hours Events:
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 6 PM — 8 PM
Location: Keystone Innovation District, 800 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Time: 6 PM — 8 PM
Location: The Bauer, 115 West 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64018
5) What’s Coming Next (Next 60 – 90 Days)
- Community Listening Session (90 minutes): We’ll share a brief implementation update, reflect on prior community surveys, then break into small groups to refine priorities for 2026.
- Public Safety Phasing: Align off-duty staffing with data-informed hotspots and event periods; pilot technology tools for incident tracking and crowdflow around activations like First Fridays.
- Clean & Green: Early wins on litter, graffiti, and tree-well maintenance; coordination with Heartland Tree Alliance on the Street Tree Initiative.
- Mobility & Wayfinding: Work with City partners on bike rack siting, safe crossings, micromobility parking, and street activation ahead of 2026 events.
- Transparency: Publish board/committee calendars, meeting notes, and a plain-language budget summary.
6) Get Involved
- Join a Committee: Infrastructure • Public Safety • Street Tree.
- Host a Block Chat: We’ll meet with building owners/tenants on your block to troubleshoot issues and co-design quick wins.
- Share Data & Ideas: Tell us about safety, cleanliness, mobility, and event operations you want prioritized.
Contact
- General Inquiries: contact@crossroadscid.org
- Web: crossroadscid.org
- Follow: @CrossroadsCID
7) Key Dates at a Glance
- November 14, 2025: Sales tax ballots mailed (registered voters in CCID).
- Tuesday, 5:00 p.m., Dec 2, 2025: Sales tax mail-in ballot deadline (must be notarized and received by Election Day).
- Wed, Dec 31, 2025: Jackson County property tax bills due (includes CCID assessment).
- TBD (Nov/Dec): CCID Community Listening Session (90 minutes).
8) Transparency Corner
- Budget/Use of Funds: We’ll publish a simple, visual budget dashboard after the sales tax vote, with quarterly updates.
- Performance Metrics: Cleanliness (service logs), Safety (calls/incidents & response), Mobility (bike racks/wayfinding), First Fridays (attendance/vendor stats).
- Public Records: CCID Meeting Notices and Agenda posted on the website for easy access.
Closing
We’re building a safer, cleaner, more connected Crossroads — together. Thank you for your trust, your questions, and your continued participation.— Jeff Owens, Chair & Rick Usher, Executive Director
On behalf of the Crossroads CID Board
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Update: November 7, 2025
CCID 1/2‑Cent Sales Tax Election Free Notary Office Hours Events, and Notary Locations — Mail-in ballots will be sent to registered voters residing within the Crossroads Community Improvement District boundaries. Ballots must be notorized and returned to the Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners not later than 5:00 p.m. on December 2, 2025.
Free Notary Office Hours Events:
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 6 PM — 8 PM
Location: Keystone Innovation District, 800 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Time: 6 PM — 8 PM
Location: The Bauer, 115 West 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64018
Notary Locations:
- The Bauer, 115 West 18th Street, Bianka Morgan, Free notary, call 816 – 559-1586 for appointment
- Spotlight, 1906 Wyandotte Street, Donzel Davis, Free notary noon‑1 pm except November 27 and 28, email donzel.davis@spotlightar.com, for additional availability
- Mazuma Credit Union, 1910 Main Street, Free notary to Crossroads registered voters
- Purpose Technology Group, 2007 Broadway Blvd, Matt Corcoran, Free notary call 816 – 914-1001 or email mcorcoran@purposetg.com for appointment
- The UPS Store, 1515 Wyandotte Street
- Kansas City Public Library Notary Services
- BOK Financial, 1707 Grand Blvd, Free Notary to bank customers
- Notarize petition at your personal bank
Update: September 29, 2025
Dear Crossroads Community,
We’re excited to share some wonderful news: a majority of Crossroads property owners have now approved the special assessments that will help fund our new Community Improvement District (CID).
This was a crucial next step following the City Council’s approval of the CID this past July. Unlike the initial petition process, which created the CID itself, this round focused on property owners committing to the special assessments — providing a reliable, locally based funding source for neighborhood improvements. By meeting the October 1st deadline, the CID will now be included on this year’s tax register, and funds will begin flowing to the district in the first quarter of 2026.
We want to thank not only the property owners who signed on, but also the many community connectors, advocates, and supporters who helped spread the word, explained the process, and kept momentum alive. This was not a simple effort, and your commitment to the Crossroads made all the difference.
What’s next?
The next major milestone is the CID sales tax election, which will be held the first week of December. This election will be conducted by mail-in ballot, sent to all registered voters within the district. If approved, the sales tax will add just 50 cents to a $100 dinner bill — a modest, but collectively sizable contribution paid primarily by visitors and patrons coming into our neighborhood. Together with the special assessments, this ensures that those who benefit from the Crossroads’ creative energy, amenities, and hospitality also help support its upkeep. If successful, these sales tax revenues will begin flowing on June 1, 2026, fully funding the CID.
To our property owners: your willingness to step forward, contribute, and show your passion for the Crossroads is what makes this community so unique. By working together, we’re ensuring that the Crossroads remains a thriving, creative, and welcoming neighborhood for years to come.
Thank you to everyone who believed in this vision and played a part in making it a reality!
With Gratitude,
Nicholas Grunauer
CCA Board President
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
Meeting of the Board of Directors of
Crossroads Community Improvement District
Monday, September 29, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Posted Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 4:40 P.M.
Update September 17, 2025
The Crossroads Community Improvement District held its first meeting on August 19, 2025. The Crossroads Community Improvement District website is being developed at www.crossroadscid.org.
Update July 25, 2025
Dear Members of the Crossroads Community Association,
Yesterday, the City Council adopted the Crossroads Community Improvement District Ordinance!
The CCA Board sincerely thanks you for your invaluable support of this key community initiative.
Your commitment and dedication are instrumental in the effort to enhance and uplift our vibrant neighborhood. Together, we are creating a stronger, more connected, and prosperous community.
With sincere gratitude,
Nicholas Grunauer
CCA President
Our Mission
The mission of the Crossroads Community Improvement District (CID) is to create and maintain a safe, beautiful and vibrant neighborhood through partnerships with community members. Funds collected from property assessments based on a property’s ‘footprint’ within the district will be used to make requested, strategic and visible improvements in the streetscape and safety of our neighborhood while maintaining its unique and authentic character. Through attention to streetscape, special events, and advocating for issues of safety and other items of concern which impact the economic vitality and livability of the Crossroads, the Crossroads CID will work to provide a better community for all.
CID Petition
4th District City Council Support
Re: Letter of Support for the Crossroads Community Improvement District
To Whom It May Concern,
We are writing to express our commitment to vote in favor of the establishment of a Crossroads Community Improvement District (CID). This vital initiative comes at a pivotal moment for our City and the Crossroads Neighborhood.
The creation of the CID does not relieve the City of its responsibility to provide basic city services. Rather, it creates a partnership through which we collectively provide enhanced services. The mission of the Crossroads CID — to create and maintain a safe, beautiful, and vibrant neighborhood through partnerships with community members — aligns perfectly with our shared vision for Kansas City’s future. The CID will provide dedicated funding to support key improvements in security, greenspace, streetscape, and waste management. These focus areas are critical to maintaining the neighborhood’s authenticity while driving growth and community well-being.
By being proactive in addressing public safety and beautification efforts, the CID will form a strong partnership with the City and enhance the economic vibrance and livability of this vital community. The CID represents an opportunity for us to collectively ensure the neighborhood remains a thriving hub of creativity and commerce and a safe and welcoming space for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.
For these reasons, we intend to support the creation of the Crossroads CID and will continue to support the Crossroads community in securing its future.
Sincerely,
Crispin Rea
Councilmember, 4th District At-Large
City Council of Kansas City
Eric Bunch
Councilmember, 4th District
City Council of Kansas City
Why
What is a CID?
Community Improvement Districts (CIDs) are designed to help improve the community by bettering conditions for current businesses and residents. Community safety, beautification, business retention, economic growth and capital improvements are all domains in which CIDs can help improve communities.
Why have a CID?
Surveys were sent to the City of Kansas City, Missouri’s Crossroads Arts District Stakeholders. Of the 1,265 surveys distributed, 245 surveys were completed and returned. Here are the results:
Would you like a CID for the Crossroads?
Yes
No
Maybe
What services are preferred?
Security
Tree-planting program
(Project to plant and maintain 100 new trees per year)
Graffiti removal
Trash
First Fridays event management
Other
Boundary
The Crossroads Community Improvement District is generally bounded by Truman Road on the north, the Kansas City Terminal Railway tracks on the south, Troost Avenue on the east, and Broadway Boulevard on the west. There are excluded parcels that are already part of existing or proposed CIDs (to comply with existing City guidance against stacking CIDs). These boundaries are a subset of the official neighborhood boundary of the Crossroads Arts District and the Crossroads Community Association on file with the City of Kansas City, Missouri.
Services
Under the guidance of the CID Board, the goal for funds from the Crossroads Community Improvement District are to provide the following services:
Security
We will work with security professionals to design a multi-faceted security program that works to best suit the needs of the neighborhood through response and deterrence. Security is never a one-size fits all approach, and the Crossroads, like any neighborhood will have unique security needs that may require outside the box thinking.
Direct Security Funding
- 12 hours of patrol in the neighborhood with a combination of uniformed off-duty KCPD police, and uniformed licensed security to provide presence on the street and have someone to call when unwanted events happen
- New Signage promoting the security program and CID that reinforces our security and safety program
- Targeted and monitored camera program in hot spot areas to help prosecute crimes and criminals
Indirect Security Funding
- Six uniformed crossroads ambassadors carrying walkie talkies, on the ground 40 hours per week, performing maintenance tasks that will convey safety through their presence and new well-kept green spaces.
- A robust trash and graffiti removal program will be a major deterrent to crimes of opportunity.
- Streetscape program, with an emphasis on walkability, to encourage street level presence and activity, which is has been proven to reduce property crimes.
Greenspace & Streetscape
- Improve vegetation along sidewalks and other barren areas
- Maintain current plantings (ex: 20th Street)
- Mow, weed, and prune unkempt right-of-ways and alleys
- Plant and maintain 100 trees annually (50 in fall and 50 in spring)
Trash
- Install and maintain approximately 50 receptacles with the goal of one receptacle every 2 – 3 blocks
- Daily trash pick-up team
- Maintenance vehicle
Graffiti Removal
- Graffiti removed within 48 hours of notification
First Friday Event Management
- Security officers
- Portable toilets
- Traffic control
- EMS stand-by
- Additional trash receptacles and clean up
- Operations staff to organize artist booths and food trucks
Funding
How will the Crossroads CID be funded?
1. Property Assessments
You can access the Jackson County Parcel Viewer to confirm the square foot area of your property.
2. Half-Cent Sales Tax (0.5%)
The Crossroads CID would add 0.5% sales tax to all retail sales within the district, in compliance with Missouri’s Community Improvement District Act.
How will funds be managed and spent?
The CID Board will work with the CID Executive Director to manage how funds are spent in response to input from the community.
Board of Directors
Who will oversee the CID?
A nine-member volunteer CID Board will govern the Crossroads CID and will be comprised of property owners, business owners, and residents throughout the Crossroads Arts District.
Crossroads CID Board
Jeff Owens
Chair
Jeff has served as both president and vice-president of the Crossroads Community Association, and is the mover and shaker behind Kansas City’s beloved First Fridays. As an artist himself and managing partner of The Bauer, a multimedia arts center, Jeff is passionate about seeing the Crossroads become a beautiful space to amplify the artists that in many ways define our district.
Leslie Tomlinson
Vice Chair
Leslie has been a real estate agent in the Kansas City area for over 20 years. She and her husband bought and repurposed a vacant building in the Crossroads and converted it to mixed use, including their home, 11 years ago. Leslie looks forward to improving living conditions for residents of the Crossroads.
Rick Usher
Executive Director
Rick is the president & CEO at The Usher Garage LLC, consulting on entrepreneurship, digital equity and local government public policy. He was Assistant City Manager for Small Business & Entrepreneurship at the City of Kansas City, Mo. until his retirement in 2021. His civic engagement now includes leading the Crossroads Street Tree Initiative. Rick is excited to further empower residents, artists and small businesses through the services the CID provides.
Rasool Ahmed
Board Member
As well as owning property in the Crossroads, Rasool is the owner of Crossroads-based ICG Inc., providing quality parking services and janitorial products to customers throughout the Kansas City area. Rasool comes from a rich legacy of family business, and is excited to be part of the CID’s efforts to benefit the Crossroads’ business owners and customers alike.
Lara Gray
Board Member
Lara and her husband moved from Colorado to Kansas City in 2014. When they opened Casual Brewing Co. in the East Crossroads in 2018, their aim was to be “part of the community”. Lara has more than achieved this as a passionate member of the CCA Board and through her advocacy on behalf of East Crossroads property owners and small businesses.
Ryan Gaik
Treasurer
Ryan is a dedicated commercial property manager and is known for his exceptional service and commitment to his tenants. With years of experience in the industry Ryan has built a reputation for being reliable and trustworthy. Ryan specializes in mixed use commercial properties with over 90% of the properties under management located in the Kansas City Crossroads.
Casey Osburn
Secretary
Casey is the COO of Marathon Live, which owns and operates The Truman in the East Crossroads. Passionate about the live entertainment industry and with over 15+ years experience, Casey is dedicated to creating memorable experiences and fostering innovation in venue management. Casey is excited to contribute to the growth and vibrancy of the Crossroads CID.
Alissa Wehmueller
Assistant Secretary
Alissa, Director of Interiors at Helix Architecture, is on a mission to create a happier, healthier American culture through work space design. There are parallels between her lifestyle philosophies and the more European models that work with pleasure. Her love for the industry is contagious, and it shows in the numerous accolades she has received during her career.
FAQ
How does this affect existing CCA services?
The 501(c)(4) Crossroads Community Association currently provides volunteer support for graffiti removal, street tree planting/maintenance, and First Friday infrastructure and promotion. These services will transition to the CID, which will provide additional funding and staff to ensure these services are provided consistently throughout the district.
