Just 8 miles south of downtown Kansas City, Merriam is a welcoming, peaceful, tight-knit community that is small in size but big at heart. Our residents enjoy a wide variety of amenities and services, including beautiful tree-lined streets, walking trails, plentiful parks, public art, and abundant events. With affordable housing in safe neighborhoods, an award-winning school district, and our convenient location, Merriam is the ideal community to call home. Mission Statement: To serve the public with transparent government focused on progress.