Olathe, Kansas Olathe, Kansas: Still blazing new trails in 2010 WELCOME TO OLATHE, Kansas, a great place to live, work, learn, shop, and play! Although Olathe—with a population approaching 130,000—is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation (U.S. Census), it retains a hometown flavor with a quality of life second to none. In fact, it was ranked not long ago as the “Thirteenth Best City” in which to live in the central United States (Money magazine). Ask Olatheans why they choose to live in this community, and they will cite the following reasons: • Nationally-recognized schools • Safe, friendly, affordable neighborhoods • An excellent business and industrial climate and ample jobs • Outstanding stores, restaurants, hotels, and other businesses • Abundant parks, recreational, and sports opportunities • Attractions that range from historic to cultural and retail • Close proximity to Kansas City and all the amenities it has to offer • Transportation systems and central location that make Olathe easily accessible by highway, air, and rail. You will find that Olathe is one of the most vibrant communities in the metropolitan area. We invite you to discover all Olathe has to offer. This is a MetroMedia Publication 4370 West 109th Street • Overland Park, KS 66211 913-381-1010 Fax: 913-381-9889 © Sun Publications 2009 Art Director: James A. Bohon Advertising Account Executive: Kathy Moore Joyce Coker-Dreier, Olathe Chamber Produced for and in cooperation with The Olathe Chamber of Commerce 18001 W. 106th St., Suite 160 • P.O. Box 98 Olathe, KS 66051-0098 (913) 764-1050 (800) 921-5678 Fax: (913) 782-4636 www.olathe.org • info@olathe.org Voted the “Nation’s Best Chamber”! Accredited Five Stars by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce The information in this publication was compiled with care to ensure a high level of accuracy. Nevertheless, the Olathe Chamber of Commerce and MetroMedia Publications cannot guarantee the correctness of all information provided in this publication nor the complete absence of accidental errors. For changes or additions, contact the Olathe Chamber of Commerce, 913-764-1050. Table of ConTenTs A Great Place to LIVE ..................................................................4 • Who lives here A Great Place to WORK ..............................................................8 • Major Employers A Great Place to LEARN............................................................11 • Olathe District Schools • Other Schools • Colleges and Universities A Great Place to SHOP ..............................................................14 A Great Place to PLAY ...............................................................16 • Cultural Pursuits • Historical Experiences • Sports • Recreation • Festivals and Events  RELOCATION AND COMMUNITY GUIDE • 010-011 Our Government ........................................................................32 • National • State • County • City Community Services...................................................................35 • Olathe Medical Center • Faith Community • Olathe Chamber of Commerce • Important Numbers Business Resources .....................................................................39 www.olathe.org previous page next page