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Missouri Voters Face Crucial Local Issues on April 7

4/8/2026

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On April 7, Missouri voters decide on local issues, including renewing the Kansas City earnings tax that funds about $373.6 million annually, with polls open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The ballot includes mayoral races in Independence, Grain Valley, Lee’s Summit, and Oak Grove.
Hickman Mills C-1 School District proposes two measures: a $20 million no-tax-increase bond for facilities and a tax levy transfer to adjust operating expenses.

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Story summary

On April 7, Missouri voters decide on local issues, including renewing the Kansas City earnings tax that funds about $373.6 million annually, with polls open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The ballot includes mayoral races in Independence, Grain Valley, Lee’s Summit, and Oak Grove.
Hickman Mills C-1 School District proposes two measures: a $20 million no-tax-increase bond for facilities and a tax levy transfer to adjust operating expenses.