Independence city commissioners are considering a former ambulance station to be used as a senior citizen meal site. The Southeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SEKAAA) and the local Community Mission for Improved Housing (CMIH) have both requested to acquire the former EMS building at 225 E. Main which is owned by the the city which maintains it by paying $2,000 per year in utilities.

No action was taken but it will be voted on at an upcoming meeting. City Atttorney, Jeff Chubb is developing a proposed contract for no rent or lease payments from the organizations, but they would be responsible for utility payments.