Johnson County Park & Recreation District: Park Administration: Park Safety and Law Enforcement

Bicycle Safety Tips:

Wear proper safety equipment (i.e., helmet).
See and be seen, wear highly visible clothing.
Avoid bicycling at night. If you ride at night, wear
reflective clothing and have a headlight and taillight.
Stay alert. Expect the unexpected.
Exercise caution and constantly be aware of the traffic around you.
Obey all traffic laws and/or trail rules.
Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition.

Safe Walking and Jogging Tips:

Be aware of your surroundings at all times.
Lock your vehicle & walk confidently.
Look people in the eye as they pass.
Wear shoes and clothing that allow freedom of movement.
Don’t wear headphones while exercising. (Listen to your your surroundings.)
Don’t leave viewable valuables such as purses/wallets/cell phones inside.
Carry a cell phone or enough change for a phone call in case of emergency.
If approached by a stranger don’t allow yourself to be distracted.
Reply from a distance and keep responses to questions brief and businesslike.
In case of trouble yell “fire” to attract attention.

Park Police Officer on Duty
Emergency 911
Non-Emergency (913) 782-0720

Witness an Incident:
Dispatcher (913) 782-0720

Chief Dan Field
Park Police Chief

Captain Terry Anderson
Operations Commander

Park Police Headquarters
Shawnee Mission Park
7900 Renner Road
Shawnee Mission, KS 66219-9723
(913) 438-7275