A site plan for the new Lewis Elementary School was met with approval from Excelsior Springs Planning and Zoning Commission during a recent meeting. Presented by the Excelsior Springs School District, the site plan includes the latest design layout, featuring a brick, stucco exterior and architectural lines similar to the existing building, while incorporating a new monument with an electronic sign, as well as better parking and traffic flow for the surrounding area of the building. The commission agreed to move the plan forward for final consideration by Excelsior Springs City Council during their meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 29, at 6 p.m. In addition, Excelsior Springs City Planner Shantele Frie sought approval of a second consideration involving the plat of the new school, which is the same location as the current building. “The Excelsior Springs school district plans to redevelop the parcel of land with a more compact and ...