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Community Survey 2023

A random selection of Independence residents have received this survey in the mail already.  However, residents that weren't randomly selected may participate by completing the survey on-line by clicking on Additional Info to be taken to the webs...

Police Department Job Opening

The Independence Police Department is currently recruiting for the position of a full-time Police Officer.  The full application packet can be viewed as a PDF document by clicking on Additional Info. 

Fire Department Part-Time Job Opening

The Fire Department is currently recruiting for the position of Part-Time Fire Driver.  The application packet is available as a PDF document by clicking on Additional Info.  The first review of applications will be on March 31, 2023. &a...

Trash/Recycling Issue Report Form

We have heard from citizens that there are ongoing issues with Trash/Recycling Service here in Independence. We want to quantify and track the issues so that when the renewal of the contract comes up, we have data to analyze and consider as we work throug...

Open Burning Notice

Spring Open Burning - April 1 - 30, 2023

Chapter 105.5(2)(B) OPEN BURNING RESTRICTED. Backyard burning will be permitted (not including garbage) at dwellings of four family units or less. Backyard burning shall only be done April 1st through the 30th in th...

Holiday Closing

City Hall will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023, in observance of Good Friday.

Waste Management Info

The 2023 Waste Management calendar is now available by clicking on Additional Info for a PDF version.  More calendars are available at City Hall during normal business hours of Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.