Safety is our # 1 priority

We work every day to ensure the safety of our citizens and our employees.

The City safety team is comprised of managers from different departments throughout the City. The safety includes:  

• Michael Bennett-Risk Manager
• Angela Reed-Loss Control Coordinator
• Merv Gleason-Assistant Municipal Services Director
• Alonzo Linan-Deputy Director Public Works
• Karan Johnson-Director of Neighborhood and Human Services
• Dave Dock-Fire Department Division Chief
• Susan Sherman-Assistant City Manager
• William Sullivan-Major, Olathe Police Department
• Kevin Corbett-Parks Superintendent
• Shelby Teufel-City Manager Intern

The team is responsible for designing, implementing and overseeing safety programs and policies throughout the City.  The team is also active in the purchase of safety equipment and devices for our employees.

Michael Bennett and Kevin Corbett presenting Paul Hecker with 1st and 2nd place certificates in the first Annual City of Olathe Safety Poster contest.		Who says personal protective equipment is not stylish? Here are some of our employees modeling the latest in safety gear.