Commission on Aging & Silver-Haired Legislature
The Commission on Aging is a voluntary group of individuals appointed by the Board of County Commissioners.
The commission provides information, guidance and support to the Johnson County Area Agency on Aging and serves as a liaison to the BOCC concerning the needs of older county residents and services to meet those needs.
COA Members
2025 Commission on Aging
Front Row left to right: John P. Smith, Mary Estrada, Rob Givens, Johnson County Commissioner Janee’ Hanzlick, Chair Cindy Green, Julia Meyer, Trinette Waldrup
Back Row left to right: Marvin Singleton, Paul Lewis, Ben Harber, Ruth Hopkins, Paul Lyons, Kansas Representative Jarrod Ousley
Not pictured: Carol Feaker, Becky Parrott, Richard Hellman
If you would like to obtain information on the commission, attend a meeting or contact board members, please contact Jill Zink, Administrative Assistant, at 913-715-8860 or by email.
COA Meeting Schedule and Minutes
2025 COA Meeting Schedule
The Commission on Aging meets in person on the second Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m. There are no meetings scheduled during June and December.
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Address |
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Jan. 8, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Rooms 1070/1075 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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Feb. 12, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Room 1055 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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March 12, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Room 1055 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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April 9, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Medical Examiner’s Building, Room 102 |
11894 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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May 14, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Rooms 1070/1075 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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June – No Meeting |
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July 9, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Rooms 1070/1075 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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Aug. 13, 2025 |
9 a.m. (9 a.m. Public Hearing on FY2025 Area Plan on Aging, 9:30 a.m. COA Business Meeting)
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Sunset Drive Office Building, Rooms 1070/1075 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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Sept. 10, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Rooms 1070/1075 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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Oct. 8, 2025 |
8:15 a.m. (8:15 a.m. Legislative Breakfast, 10 a.m. COA Business Meeting)
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Sunset Drive Office Building, Rooms 1070/1075 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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Nov. 12, 2025 |
9 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Rooms 1070/1075 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
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December – No Meeting |
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2025-2026 COA Subcommittee Meeting Schedule
The Commission on Aging members participate in sub-committees. These meetings are scheduled as needed.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is responsible for the integrity of the Commission, ensuring that the Commission stays true to its mission. The Committee often acts as an overseer of Commission activities and, in certain circumstances, has specific powers to act on behalf of the full board.
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Date |
Time |
Location |
Address |
Virtual |
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Oct. 22, 2025 (Hybrid Meeting) |
9-10 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Room 1045 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
Join Meeting (Meeting ID: 816 4842 4242 Passcode: 584303) |
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Jan. 7, 2026 (Hybrid Meeting) |
9-10 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Room 1035 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe, KS |
Join Meeting (Meeting ID: 835 0909 6682 Passcode: 445188) |
Leadership in Aging Committee
The Leadership in Aging Committee presents the Peg Deaton Leadership in Aging Award. The committee reviews nominations, researches individuals or organizations in the community that contribute to the enhancement and/or improvement of aging services, and selects the honoree.
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Date |
Time |
Location |
Address |
Virtual |
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Sept. 29, 2025 (Hybrid Meeting) |
11-11:30 a.m. |
Sunset Drive Office Building, Room 1035 |
11811 S. Sunset Drive Suite 1300, Olathe, KS |
Join Meeting (Meeting ID: 817 3616 5651 Passcode: 180682) |
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee keeps informed about issues and bills being discussed by the Kansas Legislature and at the National level, especially those that affect older adults.
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Location |
Address |
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No upcoming meetings scheduled |
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Outreach Committee
The Outreach Committee provides information on the COA and serves as a liaison to the AAA on coordinating collaborations with other civic organizations.
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Date |
Time |
Location |
Address |
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No upcoming meetings scheduled |
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By-Laws Committee
The By-Laws Committee reviews recommendations to update the COA By-Laws in even years or when determined necessary by the COA Executive Committee.
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Date |
Time |
Location |
Address |
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No upcoming meetings scheduled |
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2025 COA Meeting Minutes
Kansas Silver-Haired Legislature
Johnson County SHL representatives serving from 2025-2027. Front row, Katy Hoffman, Mary Penrose, Mary Calhoun. Back row, Gary Scott, Marvin Singleton, Norman Kahn, Jr.
The Kansas Silver-Haired Legislature (KSHL) was created by Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 1649, which was passed by the 1982 Legislature. It created a unicameral (one-chambered) legislature composed of 125 representatives. KSHL delegates are 60+ years old and are elected from their county of residence. Wyandotte, Johnson, Shawnee, and Sedgwick have five additional representatives bringing their totals to six.
Learn more about the 2025 Johnson County SHL Legislative Platform.
2025-2027Johnson County Silver-Haired Legislature (SHL) Delegation
The following delegates were elected on May 31, 2025, to represent Johnson County in the Kansas Silver Haired Legislature.
- Mary L Calhoun
- Katherine (Katy) Hoffman
- Norman B Kahn, Jr.
- Mary Penrose
- Gary R Scott
- Marvin A. Singleton
Kansas Government and Legislative Information
AAA staff and COA members attended Older Kansans Day at the Capitol
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Kansas Legislature
Information about legislation, processes, and state senators/representatives. Citizens may reach out to their legislators by email or phone. -
Kansas Legislative Hotline/Government Information
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Kansas Legislation Information
Kansas Legislative Research Department
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The National Center on Law and Elder Rights provides insight on health, long term services, economic security, consumer protection, housing, advanced care planning, elder abuse prevention, decision-making and guardianship.