Legislation Details

File #: G26-5708   
Type: Special Business Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 3/2/2026 In control: City Council
On agenda: 5/5/2026 Final action:
Title: Recognition of 2026 Olathe Civic Academy graduates.
Staff Contact: Meredith O'Hare
Attachments: 1. 2026 Civic Academy Session Schedule

Focus Area: City Manager’s Office

Staff Contact: Mimi O’Hare/Erin Vader

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title:

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Recognition of 2026 Olathe Civic Academy graduates.

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recommended motion:

No motion required. Recognition of 2026 Olathe Civic Academy graduates.

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Summary:

The City of Olathe just completed its 19th Civic Academy.  The program is offered to residents who live or work in Olathe and provides an in-depth look at municipal government.

 

36 participants graduated from the 2026 class:

 

Abigail Schickedanz

Andrea White

Andrew Meredith

Barbara Behm

Bev Copsey

Blair Armenta

Eric G Scott

Evan Thompson

Gary C Plummer, Jr

Gary Hollerich

Jaclyn O'Hara

Jacob Wagner

Jeff Brewer

Jerry McMullen

Jill Stuart

John Walton

JuliAnn Graham

Julie Graham

Kate Guimbellot

Kate Mays

Katie Rivera

Lacey Shank

Mary Verett

Merrie Villirillo

Paul Behm

Pearl Brewer

Quang Nguyen

Rob Harpst

Roger Molde

Sarah Peters

Spencer James

Tabita Santos

Tehani Walton

Theresa (Terri) Schoonover

Wayne Gudenkauf

Zachariah Lotz

 

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Financial Information:

N/A

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Attachment(s):

2026 Civic Academy Session Schedule