With elaborate costumes, decorations and an abundance of treats, Halloween brings spooktacular joy to people of all ages! Prioritize safety this Spooky Season to ensure a memorable and happy Halloween. 1. Choose safe and visible costumes When selecting the perfect Halloween costume, keep safety in mind: Opt for brightly colored costumes or add reflective tape […]
Participate in the City’s comprehensive planning processes online! As the City continues its efforts to develop an updated Comprehensive Plan, share your thoughts on different land use and development approaches for example sites across Overland Park. The Comprehensive Plan provides guidance to policymakers considering land use applications like rezonings and special use permits. The City […]
Hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community in his October video message. This month, the mayor shares details about: Getting involved in the City’s comprehensive planning process, This year’s Mayor’s Golf Tournament and Public Safety Softball Game, And the upcoming election on November 7. Watch the Mayor’s Message below. […]
Get ready to go green! Join us at the Recycling Extravaganza on Saturday, October 14, on the Black & Veatch campus at 11401 Lamar Ave. between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Recycle and donate items not collected by routine curbside recycling that may otherwise end up in a landfill. The following items will be accepted […]
Every City of Overland Park employee will now make at least $15 per hour, after a change in City compensation policy. City Manager Lori Curtis Luther announced the change this week, in an effort for the City to remain competitive in a challenging hiring market. “This is an important step toward ensuring we can continue […]
September marks FEMA’s National Preparedness Month, raising awareness of the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that may happen without warning, including severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flooding and snow and ice storms. Although people of all ages should prepare for emergencies, this year’s National Preparedness Month theme, “Take Control 1, 2, 3”, emphasizes emergency preparedness […]
Rooted in the movement for fair working conditions during the late 19th century, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. As you spend time with family and friends over the extended weekend, please plan around closures and modified hours at City facilities on Monday, September 4: Modified […]
City leadership and Council members joined the Overland Park Public Works Department for the Construction Tour on Aug. 26. This annual event provides an opportunity in the field for collaboration and dialogue between elected officials and the experts behind projects currently underway. Donning safety vests, City officials took the opportunity to step off the bus […]
After hearing from residents during public hearings on the 2024 Budget on Aug. 21, the Overland Park Governing Body, made up of the City Council and Mayor Curt Skoog, approved the 2024 Budget. The proposed total Budget totals $430.7 million, which is a 15 percent increase over the 2023 Budget. The budget makes no change […]
Students, have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a part of your city’s decision-making process? If you are a high school student living in or attending school in Overland Park, Teen Council offers an inside look at your local government and the opportunity to hone essential leadership skills. A gateway to civic engagement, […]