We are excited to announce that Beth Breitenstein has been appointed as the new Strategic Communications Director for the City of Leawood, KS, beginning Monday, July 15.

Beth brings nearly 20 years of experience in broadcasting, marketing, and strategic communications. Most recently, she served as the Senior Director of Marketing, Communications, and Engagement for Kansas City Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), where she managed brand oversight, marketing, outreach, engagement, graphic design, and media relations. Prior to this, she worked as a public information officer for various departments within the City of Kansas City, MO.

Read the full press release here.

Thursday, July 4th
Leawood City Park • 10601 Lee Blvd.

Free Admission & Access to Activities & Inflatables

The City of Leawood is excited to celebrate the 4th of July!
Celebration in the Park starts at Noon!

• Leawood Aquatic Center Open (Regular Admission Fees apply) • 12-6 pm
• Kids Activities and Entertainment • 6-9:30 pm
• Food Trucks • 6-9:30 pm
• Twice on Sunday • 7-9:30 pm
• Fireworks • 9:45 pm (approximately)

Bust a move to Twice on Sunday, laugh as neighborhood kids bounce in inflatables, and race your own family down the slide or through the obstacle course! Chow down on delicious food from food truck vendors before the firework show caps off the night!
Limited free parking along Tomahawk Creek Parkway and shuttle buses to and from City Park at no cost. (Shuttles run from 10 am through end of event with exception of during fireworks show.)

Handicap parking available in the park with display of HC accessible tags or placards.
For additional information call 913-663-9154.

Description: For additional internet opportunities, Google Fiber is installing new fiber and network facilities in the City of Leawood. Ervin Cable Construction, LLC is contracted to complete the work on behalf of Google Fiber. The work is expected to occur in the City regulated right-of-way along roads and in front yards. If you have questions or concerns regarding Google Fiber work, please use the contact information provided below.

Customer Concerns / Questions: All construction-related concerns and inquiries must be directed to Google Fiber’s 24/7 Construction Line – 1-877-454-6959. This includes matters regarding restoration and repair

What to Expect:

• Ground Markings: Various colors of paint, flags and other ground markings are required to denote the locations of utilities to minimizing conflicts.
• In-Ground Box Installation: Small, underground fiber-optic boxes will be installed within the right-of-way of homes and developments.
• Orange Construction Fencing: Fencing will be installed to denote and secure all open excavations. Removal of the fencing indicates the area has been restored and is secure.
• Sod Restoration:
  • Sod will be installed for restoration purposes during the defined “sod season” of March 1st to May 15th, and September 1st to November 15th, each year.
  • Temporary measures of restoration consists of the installation of seed and matting, which are installed during “non-sod seasons”. In the event the seed and matting solution does not take, sod will be placed during the following sod season.
• White Flags: Upon completion of underground construction, white flags are set to denote where newly placed sod needs watering.
  • To ensure a complete watering schedule, these flags need to remain in place until removed by the contractor.
• Restoration / Property Damage: Google Fiber will repair property damage that was a result of Google Fiber work, as applicable. This includes, but is not limited to irrigation and invisible dog fences.

Internet Service: For information related to internet service, please contact Google Fiber by calling 844-36-FIBER, visiting www.fiber.google.com, or scanning the QR code provided below:

Google Fiber FAQ

Description: AT&T is installing new fiber, to upgrade their network. This should allow for better and faster internet. Some work will be performed in the City regulated right-of-way along roads and in front yards. Most of the work will occur within public utility easements located in residential side yards and along rear property lines. Please note, the City does not regulate these easements. If you have questions or concerns regarding AT&T work, please use the contact information below.

Contractor: Heartland Midwest LLC, 913-397-7613

Customer Concerns: 913-676-1801

Affected Subdivisions & Developments
AT&T Service Map

For more information, or to get notified when AT&T Fiber becomes available, scan the QR code below, or visit www.att.com/fiberfaqs:

Johnson County Wastewater

https://jocogov.org/dept/wastewater/home

Odor Complaint Form

https://www.jocogov.org/webform/jcw-odor-complaint-form

The City of Leawood is working on improvements to Mission Road from 133rd Street south to just north of 143rd Street. Additional information about the improvements can be found on the project website.

www.missionroadimprovements.com