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 […]
The Overland Park Police Department is pleased to announce the completion of a pledge to enhance trust, accountability and collaboration between police and the community it protects and serves. Developed by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the pledge is part of the Trust Building Campaign initiative. To join the Trust Building Campaign, […]
A long-awaited, state-of-the-art event venue and visitor center at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is ready to open its doors. Join elected officials, donors, Arboretum staff, volunteers and community members in celebrating the grand opening of LongHouse Visitor Center on Saturday, September 9 at 10 a.m. Surrounded by picturesque scenery, LongHouse is a […]
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 […]
A longtime City staff member will become the City of Overland Park’s new director of Planning and Development Services. Leslie Karr, former Manager of Current Planning, begins in the director role immediately. Karr began serving the Overland Park community in 1995. In addition to overseeing the work of the Current Planning Division, which coordinates the […]
A new online ticketing option for the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens launches Wednesday, Sept. 6. Visitors can skip the line when they arrive at the Arboretum by purchasing tickets online in advance. To purchase tickets online: Visit opkansas.org/arboretum Select “Arboretum Tickets” Choose the date of your visit and the number of tickets needed […]
Fill your schedule with exciting events happening in Overland Park! From family fun and creative workshops to Governing Body and committee meetings, the City’s event calendar is packed with endless opportunities to get involved in your community and make memories with friends and family: Farmers’ Markets – 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Spend Saturday and Wednesday mornings […]
Beginning Tuesday, August 29, both directions of 135th Street at U.S. 69 will close nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. through August 31 as part of the 69 Express project. Detours will be marked. The following ramps will remain open for right-turn movements during this closure: Westbound 135th Street to northbound U.S. 69 Southbound […]
Lanes near 159th Street and U.S. 69 will temporarily close on Thursday, August 24 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. as City crews replace a damaged traffic signal pole in the median. The closure consists of two southbound left turn lanes exiting U.S. 69 and two westbound left turn lanes entering southbound U.S. 69. Find […]