Spring is officially in the air. If you are looking for family-friendly activities near home, here are ten opportunities available throughout Overland Park. Spring is the perfect time to get outdoors. Breathe in the fresh air when you visit one of the City’s more than 80 parks and open spaces. Pack a picnic and take […]
Spring is nearly here, which also means the start of severe weather season. To promote diligent planning for inclement weather, the National Weather Service has designated March 6 – March 10 as Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Be safe this severe weather season by staying informed and preparing for the most common types of severe weather […]
The City of Overland Park will hold a mail-in ballot election in June for a dedicated sales tax that would fund maintenance of the city’s aging infrastructure and extend its useful life. Monday night, the City Council unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing the dedicated sales tax, known as “OP Moves.” Overland Park residents will receive […]
Lifeguards can now earn more than ever with a summer job at Overland Park’s outdoor pools. This week, the Parks and Recreation Department announced that lifeguard pay will start at $15 per hour, effective immediately. Lifeguards must have completed 8th grade and be 15 years old. There is no Overland Park residency requirement. The City […]
Going green just got easier for apartment residents in Overland Park, thanks to a new City recycling program. At the beginning of 2023, the City launched a multifamily glass recycling pilot program and partnered with Ripple Glass to provide glass recycling to six apartment complexes. Participating apartments include: Promontory (91st Street and Metcalf Avenue) Glenwood […]
The Overland Park Convention Center has been named 2023 Best Small Convention Center in North America by EXHIBITOR Magazine, a leading industry publication honoring the best in event venues. This is the fourth year Overland Park Convention Center has won in EXHIBITOR’s special awards category since the awards inception four years ago. Convention centers throughout North America were […]
As we look ahead to 2023, let’s take time to reflect on 2022, another busy year in our community. Here are just a few highlights of the many programs, events and services the City provided this year. Visit the links in each description to learn more about any of these initiatives. January The Overland Park […]
The Overland Park City Council has formally approved a set of strategic goals for the upcoming year. City Manager Lori Curtis Luther proposed the goals to Mayor Curt Skoog and the City Council at last night’s City Council meeting. The plan is the result of a goal-setting workshop in October, where all members of the […]
Run, lift or zumba your way into a more fit 2023 with annual memberships to Matt Ross Community Center and Tomahawk Ridge Community Center. Sign up for a community center membership Jan. 1-15, 2023, and get 15 percent off the membership price. The promotion includes new memberships, and renewal and upgrade memberships for current members. […]
Overland Park now has more access to information about its Police Department than ever, thanks to a library of online transparency-focused resources. The new Police Transparency page of the City’s website includes summaries of how the Overland Park Police Department approaches a variety of topics, including: Anti-biased policing efforts De-escalation and response to resistance Department […]