Overland Park City Council members and staff embarked on a construction tour, led by the City’s Public Works Department on Saturday, Aug. 24. This annual event fosters collaboration and open dialogue between elected officials and the experts responsible for the City’s ongoing infrastructure projects. The tour began at the Overland Park Fire Training Center with […]
The City of Overland Park Governing Body endorsed the 79th Street Corridor Plan, marking a key step in improving connectivity along 79th Street in northern Overland Park. The plan outlines steps to enhance transportation options and safety along the corridor by improving accessibility for walking and biking and increasing safety at key crossings. It also […]
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 2: Modified Hours Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty St. (8 a.m.-2 p.m.) Tomahawk Ridge […]
Jump in for the last splashes of summer before Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center closes for the season on September 2. Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center is a refreshing escape from the summer heat. TRAC will continue to operate Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. through September 2. […]
Beginning Friday, August 23, 119th Street between Grant Street and Farley/Three Lakes Parkway and the 119th Street to southbound U.S. 69 ramp will close for 60 days. This closure accelerates the reconstruction of 119th Street interchange ramps and U.S. 69 bridges over 119th Street. The southbound U.S. 69 to 119th Street and the 119th Street […]
Eastbound and westbound I-435 will fully close between Quivira and Antioch at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 23 for bridge demolition as part of the 69 Express project. The following ramps will also close: Westbound I-435 to southbound U.S. 69 Eastbound I-435 to northbound U.S. 69 Northbound U.S. 69 to westbound I-435 Detours will be […]
Get ready for a weekend of outdoor cinema magic in Overland Park! Whether you’re in the mood for an adventurous throwback or a delightful animated tale, these events at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens and Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead offer the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind and enjoy a movie under the stars […]
In his August video message, hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community. This month, the mayor shares details about: Construction projects happening throughout Overland Park, A new park coming to south OP, honoring our sister city, And how to get involved in the development of the City’s Urban Forest Plan. […]
Registration is now open for the Community Emergency Response Team training! Overland Park’s emergency management division offers CERT training at no cost, empowering residents to assist each other and address immediate lifesaving and life-sustaining needs during emergencies. In the aftermath of a major disaster, first responders may be overwhelmed by the demand for fire and […]
Shovels hit the dirt on Friday, August 9 for the groundbreaking ceremony of Bietigheim-Bissingen Park, a new City park at 159th and Quivira. Named after Overland Park’s sister city in Germany, the new park plans to weave culture with recreation. Adding a unique international touch, the groundbreaking ceremony included a virtual “portal” to Germany, with […]