The future of Excelsior Springs’ western edge now hinges on a November ballot question that could redraw city limits and determine who controls key corridors for development and infrastructure.City officials hosted a public listening session to explain the proposed annexation, which would add more than 50 parcels and several roadways between Cameron and Rhodus roads in unincorporated Clay County. The area includes portions of Northeast 136th Street, 136th Terrace and 140th Street, surrounding properties already within Excelsior Springs’ limits. City staff emphasized the proposal is intended to promote coordinated growth, manage future land use and align services in the fast-developing corridor.Community Development Director Mallory Brown began by walking residents through what will appear on the November ballot and how the city reached this point. She noted the annexation process officially began this summer and will ultimately be decided by voters...