Social media has been abuzz for the past few days regarding rumors about annexation by the city of Independence.
Part of the issue is a map in the city's comprehensive strategic plan that is currently in the draft stage. The city says the map is simply a guideline for future growth.
A Montgomery County resident brought the issue before the County Commission yesterday. Commissioner Robert Bever says he has attended several meetings about the comprehensive plan for Independence. He says the city cannot annex land without the blessing of the county commission.
Independence City Manager Kelly Passauer says the city has no plans to annex property and that the map is only for planning purposes.
Comments and concerns on the issue can be raised at the next meeting of the Independence Planning and Zoning Commission. That meeting will take place on Thursday, May 7th, at 5:30pm at the Civic Center in Independence.
