Kansas City has unveiled its 2026–2029 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), a strategic roadmap aimed at enhancing health outcomes across the city. Developed in collaboration with the Kansas City Health Commission, the plan focuses on three primary areas: chronic disease, substance use disorders, and fostering community connectedness.
Dr. Nathan Gause, Co-Chair of the Health Commission, emphasized the importance of proactive measures: “This plan gives Kansas City a shared roadmap to move from identifying disparities to acting on them through data, community partnership, prevention, and policy.”
The CHIP was informed by the 2025 Community Health Assessment and the city’s first Mental Health Survey, ensuring that the strategies are data-driven and community-focused. Dr. Marvia Jones, Director of Health, highlighted the plan’s practicality: “The strategies presented are practical, evidence-based, and designed for community-led action.”
To support the CHIP’s goals, the Health Commission and Health Department will convene partners to share knowledge and implement shared priorities. Councilmember Johnathan Duncan noted, “By focusing on chronic disease, substance use disorders, and community connectedness, Kansas City is aligning partners around shared priorities that can lead to real, lasting change.”
Residents and organizations are encouraged to engage with the CHIP to contribute to a healthier Kansas City. More information is available at kcmo.gov/CHIP.