Valley Wagon announces they will reopen following meeting with city officials

As previously reported (​Quick News - Grain Valley News) Valley Wagon, a local produce stand located at 1451 S. Buckner Tarsney Road, announced May 27th that they would be closing immediately citing pressure from the city to bring the site up to city codes.  The post predictably created a firestorm of comments on social media, resulting in a meeting with city officials on May 30th to discuss options for the Valley Wagon to address issues of concern. 

City staff and officials met with Valley Wagon owners Vince and Melissa Moehle on May 30th, and the Moehles reported they left the meeting with the following understanding:

The Valley Wagon can continue to operate as planned for the season provided they move forward and with the hydraulic study, keep in contact with the city on progress, and pursue a variance once the floodway lines have been re-mapped. Concerns regarding ADA compliance at the site were also raised, and Valley Wagon stated they would be working to address these issues as well. 

The Moehles quickly posted a video to social media following the meeting featuring Vince Moehle in boxing gloves and celebrating their perceived victory over city hall with the Rocky theme in the background, announcing they would reopen on Saturday. Mayor Mike Todd took to Facebook as well to reiterate that the business had been granted permits and occupational licenses and were not forced to close, summarizing the city's concerns and expectations of issues to be addressed.