What’s on the Ballot This April 8th in Kansas City?

Election Day is coming up on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, and if you live in Kansas City, there are several important decisions on your ballot. At QueerVoter.org, our mission is simple: to get queer people informed, engaged, and active in the democratic process.

We don’t take sides on specific issues or endorse candidates—we just believe in the power of showing up, together.

Here’s what voters will be asked to decide in this election:

Ballot Overview

Question 1: Public Safety Sales Tax Renewal

Voters will decide whether to renew a 1/4-cent sales tax for 20 years. The funds would be used for public safety purposes, including the construction of a new municipal rehabilitation and detention center and support for law enforcement and emergency medical services.

Question 2: Transfer of Longfellow Park Property

This measure would allow the city to remove approximately 3.42 acres of Longfellow Park from the park system and transfer it to a nonprofit organization. The proposed use of the land is for the expansion of a campus that provides housing and services to families with children receiving pediatric care.

Kansas City Public Schools Bond Measure

Voters will consider a proposal to issue $474 million in general obligation bonds to fund repairs and upgrades to public school buildings. These include improvements to safety systems, heating and cooling systems, roofs, plumbing, and more. Of the total, $50 million would be allocated to participating public charter schools. The bond would result in an estimated debt service property tax levy of $0.61 per $100 of assessed valuation.

School Board Elections

Several seats on the Kansas City Public Schools Board are up for election. School board members help set policy and make decisions that impact public education in the city.

Why It Matters

Local elections like this one often have a direct impact on our lives and communities, yet they tend to draw fewer voters. Whether you’re passionate about education, public safety, or just want a say in how your tax dollars are spent—this is your chance to weigh in.

At QueerVoter.org, we’re not here to tell you how to vote. We’re here to make sure you do vote and that you understand what’s on the ballot when you do. Our goal is to increase civic engagement among LGBTQ+ voters and help more queer folks take an active role in shaping our collective future.

Make a Plan to Vote

Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8. As long as you’re in line by 7 p.m., you have the right to cast your ballot.

Need to check your polling place or preview your personalized sample ballot? Visit:

• Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners

• Jackson County Election Board

Let’s Show Up, Together

Voting isn’t just about candidates and policies—it’s about power. It’s about making sure our voices are heard in every room where decisions are made. Let’s keep showing up, keep growing our collective power, and keep building the future we deserve.

The QueerVoter.org Team