Full Northland election results: Platte County tax vote, city councils & more
Voters in several cities in Kansas City’s Northland, plus all of Platte County, decided Tuesday who will lead their cities and school boards and how much their property taxes can increase in the future.
Tuesday night, Clay and Platte county election boards posted unofficial results from all races and issues across the Northland.
You can also explore results from other parts of the Kansas City metro:
- Full Kansas City-area election results: Earnings tax, mayors, bonds & more
- Election results on Kansas City earnings tax: See how key special election is looking
- Lee’s Summit election results: See who’s winning races for mayor, city council, school board & more
- Independence election results: See vote totals on mayor, city council and school bond
- Full Jackson County election results: Blue Springs, Hickman Mills & Kansas City vote
Even after election night, there’s plenty of more news to follow out of the Northland. Sign up for the soon-to-be-launched Up North newsletter from Northland reporter Jenna Ebbers.
Platte County tax issue
Platte County voters passed a ballot measure intended to cap how much property taxes can increase each year for homeowners.
But even with voter approval, the future of the tax relief program is uncertain as lawsuits against it make their way through the courts.
At the center of the fight is Homestead Property Tax Credit Program, which would limit qualifying residential property tax bills from increasing by more than 5% annually.
North Kansas City election results
North Kansas City had four city council seats up for a vote, two of which were contested. There was also a contested school board race. Incumbents largely retained their seats, with one notable exception on the city council.
Municipal officials help decide how the city budget is spent, what local ordinances should be, and what projects to support with tax breaks, zoning changes and more.
Gladstone City Council election results
There was one contested race for Gladstone City Council. Current council member Cameron Nave vied for his seat, to which he was appointed last year, against former council member Bill Garnos.
Municipal officials help decide how the city budget is spent, what local ordinances should be, and what projects to support with tax breaks, zoning changes and more.
Parkville election results
In Parkville, there were four seats on the ballot for the Board of Aldermen, including two contested races.
Municipal officials help decide how the city budget is spent, what local ordinances should be, and what projects to support with tax breaks, zoning changes and more.
Park Hill schools election results
There are four candidates looking for spots on the Park Hill school board, and only three won a seat.
School boards hire superintendents, oversee educational funds and set some school policies.
This story was originally published April 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
