They fill potholes, fix traffic signals, reconstruct streets, maintain storm sewers, sweep and plow roads and make sure we get where we need to go safely. Public Works professionals are the reason our community runs smoothly every day. The American Public Works Association designated May 18-24, 2025, as National Public Works Week. This year’s theme, “People, […]
Fresh look, familiar feel—Overview is here! Overview is Overland Park’s quarterly newsletter, packed with city news, upcoming events, neighborhood updates and stories about your community. The summer 2025 Overview features: A closer look at the City’s new brand, Property tax rebate information, Local students leaving a lasting impact on Bietigheim-Bissingen Park, Major progress along U.S. […]
Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to the United States military. As you plan your weekend with family and friends, please take note of adjusted hours and closures at City facilities on Monday, May 26: Modified Hours Matt Ross Community Center: 8 a.m. – 2 […]
Summer’s almost here, and that means it’s time to dive in! Overland Park’s outdoor pools open for the season on Sunday, May 25, kicking off months of sun-soaked fun and cooling off in the water. Outdoor Pools The City operates three outdoor pools, open from noon to 7 p.m. daily: Stonegate Pool – 9701 Antioch […]
Spend your summer evenings surrounded by the beauty of nature and the energy of live music at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Music Nights at the Arboretum offer an unforgettable atmosphere under the stars during extended evening hours on Thursdays. Each event features two hours of live music, with genres ranging from smooth […]
The northbound U.S. 69 to College Boulevard ramp closed to traffic May 18 for drainage structure installation and ramp reconstruction as part of the 69Express project. Detours will be marked, and the ramp is scheduled to reopen at 6 a.m. Friday, May 30. The Kansas Department of Transportation’s project will build a new express toll […]
The westbound I-435 to southbound U.S. 69 ramp will fully close to traffic from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily, May 15-20, for retaining wall demolition. Additionally, the northbound U.S. 69 to eastbound I-435 ramp will close on May 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for temporary striping, barrier wall placement and overhead sign removal The […]
Summer Movie Nights at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are back for 2025! Enjoy unforgettable evenings under the stars with family, friends and fellow movie-lovers at this exciting series. With stunning garden views and fan-favorite films, it’s the perfect way to spend warm summer nights. Here’s the 2025 movie lineup: May 16: “Wicked” […]
Overland Park continues to earn national praise as one of the best places to call home. Livability.com ranked OP sixth on its 2025 list of the “Best Places to Live in the U.S.” Each year, Livability analyzes thousands of cities and considers data across key categories like economy, housing, cost of living, amenities, transportation, environment, […]
Both directions of I-435 between Quivira and Antioch Road will close to traffic at 7 p.m. Friday, May 9, for bridge demolition. The westbound I-435 ramp to southbound U.S. 69 will also be fully closed. Detours will be marked, and the ramp and all lanes of I-435 will reopen by 6 a.m. Monday, May 12. The […]