News and Notices
Major announcement for Roy Blunt Luminary Park
The Roy Blunt Luminary Park project partners are excited to share that the project is poised to move from planning to delivery, starting with a phased approach for construction, creating momentum for the project while responsibly working through infrastructure and...
Public meeting set for Roy Blunt Luminary Park Special Use Permit
As part of ongoing work on the Roy Blunt Luminary Park project, the design team will hold a public meeting about a City Plan Commission Special Use Permit case number CD-SUP-2026-0002 related to the proposed performance pavilion planned for the park. Stop by any time...
Roy Blunt Luminary Park secures $5.1 million private contribution from the Mallouk Family Foundation for inclusive play
Roy Blunt Luminary Park is thrilled to announce a $5.1 million private contribution from the Mallouk Family Foundation, marking a major milestone for the signature urban park spanning I-670 in downtown Kansas City. This landmark gift launches Variety KC’s Ten Parks...
Roy Blunt Luminary Park: Ending 2025 with momentum
As the year comes to a close, the Roy Blunt Luminary Park project team is pleased to share exciting progress, new renderings, and a look ahead. 2025 was a critical year marking great strides for the project.
Kansas City Council passes ordinance moving Roy Blunt Luminary Park into final design
Yesterday, the Kansas City Council passed Ordinance No. 250809, lighting the way for Roy Blunt Luminary Park to become a reality. A historic public-private partnership, Roy Blunt Luminary Park has garnered unprecedented support across city, state, and federal levels. Together, with nearly $30 million from the private sector, the project has secured approximately $158 million in funds, representing more than 50 percent of total funding.