Recent News
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2024 Duck Blinds at Holden City Lake!!
7/24/2024
The application period for the drawing for the Holden City Lake Duck Blinds is now open.
Surplus Items at City Hall
7/9/2024
The City Hall has some surplus items that remain. We are now looking for scrappers, DIY/flippers, trash haulers that would be willing to come and pick up these items (all or some). If you are interested in any of the items, then come to City Hall from 9-3, M-F to view them. We have 3 heavy upright metal filing cabinets, a metal desk, a short lateral file cabinet, and a pressboard type desk, shelf and microwave stand units. We also have several desk chairs that need cleaned/refurbished or trashed. These items are FREE and are first-come, first-served basis. Please pass along this information to others. The city will not pay anyone to haul off the items; they will be voluntarily given to you.
Small Town Showcase Nominee
7/1/2024
The City of Holden has been nominated for the 2025 Small Town Showcase. Voting begins today and ends in October. Please go to the following link to vote!
Reminder - Spring Activities
5/22/2024
With the arrival of spring, the City of Holden would like to remind its residents of a couple of city ordinances.
Storm Shelter
5/9/2024
Most of you might be aware of this, but the basement of City Hall is a storm shelter for the area. Whenever we are under a tornado watch, our police officers on duty will unlock the building so residents can proceed to the basement. The door to the basement is in the far northwest corner of the Hallar Hall. Spread the word, so we can all stay safe during extreme weather!
United States Flag Retirements
4/29/2024
The City of Holden would like to remind all of its residents that there will be a Flag Retirement Ceremony on July 4th (details to be announced).
Free Notification - Deed Records
4/8/2024
From Johnson County Recorders Office - 300 North Holden, Suite 305, Warrensburg, MO
Clarification on the GO Bond Vote
4/5/2024
Clarification about GO (General Obligation) Bond Election Results
Merit Board Opportunity
3/20/2024
At the present time, City of Holden needs three Merit Board members. The Merit Board works closely with the City Police Chief to set qualifications, performance criteria, and evaluate applicants for members of the Holden Police Department. If you are interested contact your Council Member, the Police Chief or the Mayor at 816-732-4811 to discuss these opportunities.