High school students looking to make a difference in their community have a chance to do so this upcoming school year. Applications are now open for the 2020-2021 Teen Council. Overland Park’s Teen Council helps students get to know the City’s government, meet students from other schools, and contribute to the community with service projects. […]
It’s a state requirement, can help keep our community moving forward, and is one of the simplest ways to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Now, Overland Park Mayor Carl Gerlach encourages you to wear a mask. On July 3, Governor Laura Kelly issued Kansas Executive Order 20-52, which requires everyone to wear masks when they […]
Mayor Carl Gerlach is encouraging you to help boost Overland Park’s 2020 census self-response rate. More than 73 percent of Overland Park has filled out the census, but responses are still short of the city’s 2010 census response rate. The census provides leaders with an understanding of who lives in the community and provides direction […]
Overland Park has submitted three applications for Mid-America Regional Council grant funding for planning projects that would enhance understanding of creating sustainable areas in Overland Park. Mid-America Regional Council’s Planning Sustainable Places program assists local cities with strategic planning efforts for site- and project-specific areas. This year, Overland Park submitted applications for assistance with the […]
The Independence Day holiday will affect hours at the following City facilities: Recycling Center The Recycling Center will close at noon on Friday, July 3. It will be closed Saturday, July 4. The Recycling Center will reopen Tuesday, July 8. City Hall City Hall will be closed Friday, July 3. It will reopen Monday, July […]
Overland Park’s bike and hike trails are now even more accessible, thanks to an e-bike pilot program. E-bikes are bicycles with small electric motors integrated into the frame. Riders can pedal e-bikes like a regular bicycle, or use the motor to ride farther, faster, and up challenging hills. Until this summer, e-bikes, along with other […]
Mayor Carl Gerlach issued the following statement in conjunction with Police Chief Frank Donchez. Over the past week across this great nation we have seen a diverse gathering of compassionate citizens rightfully demanding justice and equal treatment for all. Overland Park Police Chief Frank Donchez and I, as Mayor of Overland Park, want to add […]
Tonight, Overland Park Mayor Carl Gerlach and the City Council received the first presentation of the recommended 2021 budget, which focuses on maintaining essential public services. The proposed 2021 budget maintains Overland Park’s 13.557 mill rate from 2020, the lowest of all cities in Johnson County and all first-class cities in Kansas. The total budget […]
This summer, Overland Park’s 60th anniversary is all about you exploring OP! Go out and explore your favorite OP parks, monuments, and attractions, snap some selfies, and share them on social media for your chance to win! Participate by yourself, or bring your friends, family, or your dog along — the selfie challenge gives everyone […]
Have you submitted a pet license application for your furry friend yet? The deadline to do so is June 30, and you can register online, via mail, or in person. Pet licensing assures your pet is safe against rabies, as proof of a rabies vaccination is required to register your pet. It also helps animal […]