01.06.25 Jackson County confirms loss of Public Works team member

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 6, 2025

Jackson County confirms loss of Public Works team member

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County is deeply saddened to confirm the tragic loss of Everett Carter, a dedicated member of our Public Works team. Mr. Carter, 61, had been a valued associate of Jackson County for 40 years, with the last eight spent serving in Public Works. He was fatally injured yesterday while performing snow removal operations in the unincorporated area of Blue Summit.

“This is a heartbreaking loss for our entire Jackson County family,” said Jackson County Executive Frank White Jr. “Everett Carter dedicated four decades of his life to serving our community with pride and professionalism. We will forever be grateful for his service and deeply miss his presence. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.”

Following the accident, all county snow removal crews were pulled from operations to allow time for staff to process this tragedy and ensure their well-being. Snow plowing operations resumed today at 7 a.m., and we appreciate the continued patience of residents in unincorporated areas as we navigate this challenging time.

Jackson County is fully cooperating with the Missouri State Highway Patrol as they conduct a thorough investigation into this incident. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Mr. Carter’s loved ones and respectfully request that the media and public honor the family’s privacy as they grieve.

This incident serves as a solemn reminder of the dedication and risks faced by public servants like Mr. Carter, who worked tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of our communities. We ask that you keep his family and all our public workers in your thoughts and prayers as they continue to serve with unwavering commitment.

For further information regarding the accident, please direct media inquiries to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.