By Paul Thompson

Northeast News

The flying future of Kansas City is in the hands of voters on Tuesday, November 7, and many City leaders twiddled their thumbs on Twitter this morning to voice their thoughts on the issue.

Polls are open between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. on November 7, and the Northeast News dove headfirst into Kansas City’s Twitter timelines to see what influential people were tweeting as the future of Kansas City International airport hangs in the balance. Don’t forget to vote, Northeast residents!

For the benefit of our readers, we’ve compiled a sampling of those comments below:

Election Day weather is cloudy & cold in Kansas City! Just dress warmly as you head to the polls. pic.twitter.com/bYVUOe2mQq

— Lindsey Anderson (@lnanderson) November 7, 2017

https://twitter.com/KC1stDistrict/status/927874357426311168

Today is the day! Let’s #vote and RideKC. Plan your trip at https://t.co/XvSL5bRT5A or call 816-221-0660. pic.twitter.com/ap3RrGWUOz

— RideKC (@RideKCTransit) November 7, 2017

Don't forget — you can get a free ride to the polls on today! Make sure to get out and vote for a #BetterKCI. https://t.co/1FxMw5s31W pic.twitter.com/qtpX1Vle3s

— Sly James (Former Mayor) (@MayorSlyJames) November 7, 2017

Happy Election Day, KC!!! Review the sample ballot online at https://t.co/Q2kpBT5CKh

— KCMO Election Board (@KCElectionBd) November 7, 2017

Polls have been open for almost an hour! Don’t forget to bring proper ID per MO's New Voter ID Law. Learn more here: https://t.co/kGAvGGgm25

— KCMO Election Board (@KCElectionBd) November 7, 2017

Vote. Then drink free coffee @TheRoasterie. #BetterKCI #NewKCI https://t.co/uhnxUFldpS

— Jolie Justus (@joliejustus) November 7, 2017

Here's what to know about that close KCI vote https://t.co/skJs66HrVC pic.twitter.com/WvN59KRZF7

— KMBC (@kmbc) November 7, 2017

Smooth sailing at the polls this AM w/Diane Charity. Delighted to support Barbara Washington & #BetterKCI pic.twitter.com/EuCRJUukkW

— Mayor Q (@QuintonLucasKC) November 7, 2017

Pilots share mixed opinions on possible new KCI terminal https://t.co/EwYUzZu9Oc pic.twitter.com/A2aedfV4eK

— KSHB 41 News (@KSHB41) November 7, 2017

Polls have been open for almost an hour! Don’t forget to bring proper ID per MO's New Voter ID Law. Learn more here: https://t.co/0gMNmbIund

— Jermaine Reed (@JermaineReed) November 7, 2017

It’s 8 o’clock… Do you know where your polling place is??? Check your voter status here: https://t.co/a2loZoxGsu

— KCMO Election Board (@KCElectionBd) November 7, 2017

Get ready, get set … vote. Here’s your guide for Tuesday’s elections https://t.co/pHuK3LRstl #MOLeg

— Jason Hancock (@J_Hancock) November 7, 2017

Yay or nay, it’s important for Kansas Citians to vote today. Make your decision about a new airport until 7 p.m. tonight. Polls are open! pic.twitter.com/Fmcno0hjh8

— Northeast News KC (@NortheastNewsKC) November 7, 2017

Pollsters Reveal Low Key Strategy – Kansas City Low Voter Turnout Favors #NewKCI And Question #1 Supporters – https://t.co/pPpSdZIbww pic.twitter.com/2oAivP0QwV

— Tony's Kansas City (@TonysKansasCity) November 7, 2017

https://twitter.com/st_vockrodt/status/927911948028608513

Get out and vote, @KCMO! pic.twitter.com/BcGkLAfGGP

— Parkville Bob Bennett (@ParkvilleBob) November 7, 2017

Thank you to everyone who is riding and voting today! #ElectionDay pic.twitter.com/IfkrO6CUjD

— RideKC (@RideKCTransit) November 7, 2017

https://twitter.com/ColleenMNelson/status/927921510815354882

It's official: @MayorSlyJames voted yes for a new single terminal at @KCIAirport. Said change is needed #ElectionDay @41actionnews pic.twitter.com/oovyWamvEG

— Charlie Keegan (@CharlieKeegan41) November 7, 2017

The big day is finally here! Thank you, KC, for embracing our team & making us feel like a part of the community. Let's do this! #BetterKCI pic.twitter.com/VMThpAgQpa

— KCI-Edgemoor (@KCIEdgemoor) November 7, 2017

Be sure and vote today. Also, check out our latest newsletter: https://t.co/t0SxWPcFLg

— KC's 6th District (@KC6thDistrict) November 7, 2017

Make sure to get out and vote today. @RideKCTransit providing free bus rides all day. pic.twitter.com/RqR5VJ35c5

— Frank White (@JCEFrankWhite) November 7, 2017