Lee’s Summit continues to grow because people continue to love it here.
Lee’s Summit continues to grow because people continue to love it here.
Let’s keep it strong, safe, and connected.
Let’s keep it strong, safe, and connected.
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Born and raised here, Melanie Adkins is a product and parent of LSR7 schools, a small business owner, and longtime community advocate - running for City Council in District 3 — focused on building a city that works for everyone.
A Growing City Needs Steady Leadership
A Growing City Needs Steady Leadership
Lee’s Summit is going through new growth because we planned for it together. In 2020, residents helped shape their most recent long term strategy, the IGNITE Strategic Plan, to support strong schools, safe neighborhoods, and a high quality of life.
Most importantly, they made sure to plan for balanced growth that kept housing, commercial and retail at a balanced pace - because that's what powers sustainability.
Now that those plans are being implemented, some people are surprised to see developments. But I'm running to keep us on track, improve communication, and make sure residents understand how these changes strengthen our future — not threaten it.
I'm committed to leadership that stays on track
I'm committed to leadership that stays on track
This city helped raise my family — and now I’m stepping up to help lead it. I believe in listening, planning, and prioritizing transparency with citizens.
As your District 3 Council Member, I’ll bring steady, informed leadership focused on communication, safety, and smart growth.
My Priorities
My Priorities
As a Council Member for District 3, Melanie will continue to be a passionate community advocate, while prioritizing communication, public safety, and smart economic growth.
Neighbors Who Know
Neighbors Who Know
Prioritize clear communication. Demand informed decisions.
Residents deserve timely, transparent updates about what’s happening and why it matters. We can't afford to make decisions or reverse progress based on misinformation.
Safe Neighborhoods
Safe Neighborhoods
Support the people who serve and protect us.
Lee's Summit is one of the safest communities in our region. We must continue to invest in police, fire, and courts — so public safety grows with our community.
Smart Growth
Smart Growth
Follow the plan. Keep our ecosystem in balance.
Growth should match the plans we’ve built — balancing homes, jobs, and services. The tax revenue that comes from smart development supports our award-winning schools, parks and the community we love.
Let's shape the future of lee's summit together
Let's shape the future of lee's summit together
Every conversation, every volunteer shift, and each donation helps move our city forward.
Your support makes a real impact in building a safer, stronger, smarter Lee’s Summit. Whether you can give a few hours or a few dollars, every contribution truly makes an impact.
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Meet Melanie Adkins
Meet Melanie Adkins
Third-generation Lee’s Summit resident. Small business owner. Community advocate.
Melanie Adkins grew up in Lee’s Summit, graduated from LSHS, and now raises her family in Lakewood — the same neighborhood where she’s spent years championing better communication and stronger community connections.
She brings 25+ years of experience in communications, 10+ years of small business ownership, a career in nonprofit marketing, and active roles with the Lee’s Summit Chamber, Rotary Club, and the 2026 World Cup committee. Melanie is running for City Council to help Lee’s Summit grow the right way — with smart planning, clear communication, and steady leadership rooted in community.
where is ls district 3?
where is ls district 3?
North of Chipman | Along the 291 N Corridor
North of Chipman | Along the 291 N Corridor
Lakewood | Bent Tree | Maple Ridge | Cambridge Heights | Oaks Ridge | Deerbrook
Together, we can keep Lee’s Summit moving forward.
Together, we can keep Lee’s Summit moving forward.
The next chapter for our city depends on leaders who care deeply about the people who call it home. Join Melanie Adkins for Lee's Summit and help shape a Lee’s Summit that’s safe, vibrant, and ready for the future.
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