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Overland Park is constantly adjusting City services and programs due to the coronavirus. Visit the Coronavirus page to see the latest information. Or, visit the Newsroom to see all news from the City.

Holiday Lights at Thompson Park

Holiday fun returns to Thompson Park this season, with lights and a Christmas tree lit by Mayor Gerlach during the Mayor’s Holiday Festival.

Explore the Festivities

OP Maintains High Equality Score

Overland Park achieved the highest Municipal Equality Index score of cities in Kansas in 2021.

See the Scorecard

Upcoming Holiday Closures

The holidays are approaching, and that means there will be holiday closures at City Hall, the community centers and other City facilities.

Find a List of Closures

Get Involved

From private development to public parks, there are many ways to see what’s going on in Overland Park and stay involved.

Attend a Meeting

Come to a Planning Commission, City Council, City Council committee, or any other public meeting for firsthand involvement in your community.

Watch a Meeting

Can’t join us in person? No problem.

Watch public meetings live online, or stay in the know by watching meetings later at your convenience.

Read Meeting Minutes

Know exactly what was discussed regarding topics that affect your neighborhood and your city.

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Have the latest news about approved projects, city services, activities, events, and emergency operations delivered right to your inbox.

Follow Us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date about what’s going on in the City, and engage with us on topics that matter to you.

Find a Development Proposal

See a “proposal pending” sign in your neighborhood and want to know what it’s about? Research nearby proposals and share your thoughts.

Upcoming Events

Looking to attend a meeting or drop by an event? There’s always something going on.

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Stay Social With Us

We have a lot of information to share about your community.

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City of Overland Park

Stay informed about Governing Body meetings, learn about new projects in the city, and get important updates about citywide events.

Overland Park Police Department

See what OPPD officers are doing to make Overland Park a safer place to live, work, and play.

Overland Park Parks + Recreation

Learn about park improvements coming to your area, community center information, and more.

City Services

The City of Overland Park offers a variety of services to residents, business owners, and visitors.

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Overland Park’s Customer Service Center

Need help from the City with a pothole? Want to report a dog roaming loose or a yard that needs mowed? You’ve come to the right place.

Visit OPCares

If you have an emergency or need immediate assistance, call 911.

Recreation + Fun

Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead is the perfect place to learn, grow, and have fun.

Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

The Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is an educational, recreational and cultural resource.

Farmers' Market

Stop by this vibrant public gathering place to pick up farm-fresh produce, meats, cheese, and more.

Community Centers

Overland Park operates two community centers, which offer fitness services, event spaces, entertainment areas, and more.

Parks + Trails

Run, walk, bike, hike, fish, and play at one of Overland Park’s 83 parks or on 10+ miles of trails.

Memorials

Learn and remember at one of two public memorials in Overland Park.

Upcoming Recreation + Fun

Whether you want to be indoors or out, enjoy a quiet day or listen to music, there’s a lot of fun stuff going on in Overland Park.

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A Message from the Mayor

In Overland Park, you are never far from a well-planned neighborhood, a beautiful community park, a new career opportunity, a variety of recreational amenities, and world-class shopping, dining, and experiences. It’s for these reasons that Overland Park is consistently recognized as one of the happiest and healthiest cities, and one of the best places to live in the country.

I’m proud to call this city home and to serve the residents, businesses, and visitors of Overland Park. I hope this city is as special to you as it is to me.

Welcome to Overland Park and to our website!

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