Grain Valley Mayoral Race: Headley vs McMasters

0:00It's March 27. This is Kansas News Today, Powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. Grain Valley residents are gearing up to pick a new mayor after 14-year incumbent Michael Todd announced he's stepping down to run for a seat in. The Missouri House, two candidates, Skydemic Masters, and Bob Headley are in the race to leave this booming suburb east of Kansas City. The city has seen explosive growth, tripling its population to more than 15,000 people between 2000 and 2020, according to the U.S. Census. Bob Headley brings deep experience as a former War III alderman from 2004 to 2022 and current member of the planning and zoning commission. He's stressing smart use of tax dollars, boosting public safety and fixing up infrastructure. Meanwhile, Skydemic Masters jumped in after a 2024 vote failed to fund a new rec center and city hall. He wants more community spots like gardens, steady budgets, strong support for police and

1:01emergency services, and a more walkable downtown area. Headley also has backing from the local fraternal order of police. As Grain Valley keeps expanding, this election will shape how the town handles its rapid changes and builds for the future.