“The Kellogg expansion will stretch from 159th to the east side of Andover on Prairie Creek Road. This alleviates peak-time traffic congestion, benefiting both residents and commuters. Additionally, our wastewater treatment plant’s $40 million expansion is crucial for supporting residential and commercial growth,” Graham notes. Developing backage roads is a strategic move to ensure smooth traffic flow and enhance safety. Mayor Price explains,“These new backage roads will act as a safety corridor, ensuring efficient traffic management during construction and beyond.” DYNAMIC BUSINESS ECOSYSTEM The Andover Area Chamber of Commerce is important in supporting and attracting existing businesses. Cullum emphasizes the chamber’s efforts in fostering a connected and collaborative business community. “Our business community is a community.They want to be connected and support each other constantly,” she says. Mayor Price highlights various incentives for businesses, such as industrial revenue bonds and the neighborhood revitalization program, making Andover an attractive investment place. “We’re thinking outside the box on many things,” he states. “It’s not just about retail and commercial; we’ve recently worked with developers on a shipping and receiving logistics park, and unique projects along the Redbud Trail including a restaurant and a “Glamping” venue, as well as other diverse projects that will benefit our community.” Graham adds that Andover’s quality of life amenities, including parks, an amphitheater, and extensive trails, make it an appealing location for residents and businesses. “Our investment in quality of life is attractive to employers because they can offer their employees a great place to live, work, and play,” she says. COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS Andover is known for its vibrant community events that bring residents together. Schapaugh details JonesCommercialDevelopment.com Developing Transformative, Engaging Places. Heritage Square | Andover, Ks • 186 Apartments • 55,000 SF Commercial • Heritage Park Plaza 24 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 08
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