"Michael Copeland was not just a leader of the City of Olathe; he was the city’s greatest cheerleader." @MayorGerlach offers condolences to Olatheans and appreciation of Mayor Copeland’s service and friendship. Read the full statement on our website: https://t.co/59SwBst6Eb
@OverlandPark_PD I’m off to perform some civic duties at #Prairiefire, so this will have to wait. But all you really need to know is *pick the picker*. (And roll to the basket.) 🏀
.@MayorGerlach’s State of the City speech is just a week away. We’ll be sharing updates during the speech using #OPSOTC, or join us in person! Register today: https://t.co/aLlNF1vQFA. #OPSOTC
This is NOT Metcalf Ave. (thank goodness), but if you are planning on going out tonight for Fat Tuesday, remember to always designate a driver. Who parties on a Tuesday anyway?
Thank you @MayorGerlach for your passion and leadership for our community, asking us to work together to Inspire Tomorrow - Inspire Action as we vision a #ForwardOP https://t.co/GaKbRfqkp0 #OPKS#OverlandPark#SOTC
Thank you @MayorGerlach for letting us tell our story and for your support in our growth in Overland Park - from 0 to 700+ strong in 7 short years. Looking forward to more exciting things in our community!
Mayor Gerlach provides his closing remarks: “Our future will be greater than today due to your ideas, input, and involvement. “
Thanks for following along to #OPSOTC with us, and here’s to a great 2019 for Overland Park!
“The mission is to inspire tomorrow and prompt action,”
@MayorGerlach notes the importance of action to accompany the ForwardOP plan. In the words of a city council member:
“Keep your foot on the gas”
#OPSOTC
More than just building projects, @MayorGerlach notes the importance of expansion and maintaining of US 69, and how they are working with state government leaders to make it happen.
“We need to be better, more creative, and have a bold vision.” -@MayorGerlach#OPSOTC
The area around 95th and Metcalf is transforming. @MayorGerlach shares the highlights: two mixed-use projects proposed in the southeast, offices for sale in the southwest, and Shamrock redeveloping in the northeast. #OPSOTC
@MayorGerlach points out and recognizes Frank Thompson and his long history of service to Overland Park. And notes that his contribution will allow the city to begin a $3.7 million project to renew Santa Fe Commins Park. Thus, the park will be renamed Thompson Park
.@MayorGerlach touching on @DowntownOP in @opcares development by introducing Matt Druten of @edison_district to discuss their investment. Want to attract office workers and will build food hall as gathering place and parking. Emerging presence @opchamber#OPSOTC
More development news in @MayorGerlach’s State of the City – in @DowntownOP, five separate multi-story structures are under construction. Most are set to open later this year! #OPSOTC
Mike Valentine with Mayor Gerlach sharing our story, how we are working together to serve cause and community - grateful for the collaboration. #OverlandPark#OPKS#Kansas#ForwardOP