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Mayor’s Message for July 2024

In his July video message, hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community. This month, the mayor shares details about: Celebrating National Park and Recreation Month,  Opportunities to provide input on the design of Marty Park, A new park coming to south OP, honoring our sister city, And how to get […]

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Upcoming opportunities to shape the future of Marty Park

Be a part of the exciting transformation of Marty Park! Join us at two upcoming community meetings to shape the future of Marty Park, located at 7524 W. 74th St.  The open house-style meetings will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Overland Park Christian Church, 7600 W. 75th Street, on the following dates: Monday, July […]

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69 Express: 135th Street to close at U.S. 69 July 12-15

Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 12, both directions of 135th Street at U.S. 69 will close for the installation of a new box culvert for drainage as part of the 69 Express project. The eastbound 135th Street to northbound U.S. 69 loop ramp will also be fully closed. All other ramps will remain […]

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City to begin branding update, with your help

The City of Overland Park is beginning a process to update its brand. Overland Park’s existing brand, “Above and Beyond. By Design.” was developed in 2007 as a joint project between the Overland Park Chamber of Commerce, Visit Overland Park and the City of Overland Park. Since that time, the city has grown and changed […]

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OP named a top choice for homebuyers and renters

Overland Park is one of the Best Cities to Buy a House in America, according to Niche, and one of the Best Places to Rent in America, as ranked by WalletHub!  Niche highlighted OP’s family-friendly atmosphere, top-rated schools and safe neighborhoods as top attributes that make the city an ideal location for prospective homeowners. With […]

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69 Express: Overnight closure of 119th at U.S. 69

Eastbound and westbound lanes of 119th Street at U.S. 69 will fully close overnight from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. on July 8-9 for bridge girder setting as part of the 69 Express project. Detours will be marked. The Kansas Department of Transportation’s project will build a new express toll lane in each direction adjacent […]

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Celebrate “Where You Belong” this July in OP parks

At the July 1 City Council meeting, Mayor Curt Skoog issued a proclamation recognizing National Park and Recreation Month, emphasizing the importance of parks in our community. With more than 80 parks and green spaces, OP truly embodies the spirit of this celebration. This year’s National Park and Recreation Month theme, “Where You Belong,” resonates […]

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City closures and modified hours to expect on July 4

The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate our nation’s independence! As you look forward to spending time with family and friends over the holiday, please plan around closures and modified hours at City facilities on Thursday, July 4: Modified hours Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Rd. (Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.) Overland Park […]

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Overland Park approves farmers’ market and gathering space plan

The City of Overland Park Governing Body approved a plan to move forward with an improvement project for the Overland Park Farmers’ Market. The updated plan: Creates an indoor market space  Improves the existing outdoor market space with shade structures and a gentler, more accessible ground slope Adds access to utilities like power and water […]

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