To keep our neighborhoods, residents and pets safe and healthy, Overland Park requires all cat and dog owners to register their animals for pet licenses. All dogs and cats in Overland Park must be licensed by the time they are six months old or within 30 days of moving to the area. By registering, pet […]
A recent WalletHub study ranked Overland Park the second-best city to raise a family in 2025, highlighting OP’s commitment to being a community residents love to call home. The study compared more than 180 U.S. cities based on 45 key indicators for families, including family fun, education and child care opportunities, along with health and […]
Applications for Overland Park’s property tax rebate program open on Sunday, June 1. The Overland Park City Council approved plans in March for a new program that will provide property tax relief to residents who need it most. The property tax rebate pilot program will offer eligible residents up to 75% of their City property […]
Take advantage of this weekend’s community drop-off events at Overland Park Elementary, 8150 Santa Fe Drive. Stop by Friday or Saturday to responsibly dispose of bulky, unwanted items and free up some space at home. Construction Debris Drop-OffMay 30-318 a.m.-2 p.m. Have old decking, fencing, lumber or railroad ties taking up space? Disposing of construction […]
Northbound and southbound U.S. 69 between 103rd Street and College Boulevard will fully close to traffic for pavement work and overhead truss installation during the following times: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 27 to 6 a.m. Wednesday, May 28 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 28 to 6 a.m. Thursday, May 29 The westbound I-435 to southbound U.S. […]
Summer starts here! Explore the excitement of June in Overland Park with a month full of sunshine-filled activities, engaging events, and ways to make lasting memories. Just for Fun Preschool CampOverland Park Arboretum & Botanical GardensAges 3–5 Camp themes: June 2–6: Art Party June 9–13: Read All About It June 16–20: Dirt, Mud and Bugs […]
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 […]