A call for community engagement took center stage at the Johnson County Board of County Commissioners meeting on September 4, 2025, as officials highlighted the urgent need for 6,000 volunteers for the upcoming World Cup. The deadline for volunteer registration is fast approaching on September 15, and county leaders are eager to showcase the region's hospitality to the world.

During the meeting, officials emphasized the importance of community involvement, urging residents to step up and register as volunteers. "We want to show our best and brightest hospitality that comes with welcoming the world to Kansas City," one commissioner stated, encouraging residents to visit the Tifa KC 2026 website for registration details.

In addition to the volunteer call, the meeting included discussions on various focus areas, including housing, health and safety, and fiscal health. A study session later in the day was set to review progress in these areas, although specific comments were reserved for that discussion.

The meeting concluded with plans for a brief executive session and a general agenda review, ensuring that the board remains on track for upcoming events, including the Old Settlers opening ceremony celebration. As the deadline for World Cup volunteer registration looms, the county is rallying its residents to participate in this significant event.