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The Noland Road Community Improvement District (NRCID) in Independence, Missouri, is a legal entity established to collect sales tax proceeds for reinvestment into improving Noland Road. Created in November 2014 through a successful petition campaign and city council approval, the NRCID aims to generate $38 million over 25 years. This funding will support capital improvements, ongoing maintenance, and private development assistance along the corridor. Guided by a Board of Directors and an Executive Director, the NRCID has a strategic investment approach for Noland Road, focusing on corridor enhancement projects. By administering three matching grant programs for property and business owners, the NRCID encourages revitalization through exterior facade improvements, signage upgrades, and property redevelopment in line with Noland Road Design Guidelines. Property and business owners within the NRCID can benefit from reimbursement through matching grants for eligible improvement costs. The NRCID's initiatives not only aim to enhance the visual appeal and functionality of properties but also stimulate private investments in Noland Road to create a vibrant and cohesive community space. Generated from the website content

Advantageous Afford is a 501c3 organization based in Kansas City, MO, dedicated to supporting scholars in grades K-12 to lead healthy and resilient lives through mental health education and social-emotional supports. With a mission to make a difference in the lives of students, Advantageous Afford offers programs and services that aim to enhance the well-being and overall development of young scholars, fostering a positive and supportive environment for their growth.Generated from the website

Steppingstone, at 5100 Noland Road in Kansas City, Missouri serves young men and women, ages 16 to 21, who are homeless or at-risk, who need a place to live. Steppingstone provides support and education to these young people while they become self-reliant, productive members of the community. This unique program provides a continuum of care and supervision to young adults as they progress from living in group care to living in the community. Steppingstone provides a safe place to live, educational assistance, life skills training, job placement coaching assistance, medical care, individual therapy, and case management.