City Manager’s Office

The City Manager is responsible for managing the city’s day-to-day operations, as well as implementing policies set by the Governing Body.

Staff in the City Manager’s Office:

  • Respond to residents’ and City Council members’ requests for information and services.
  • Assist with the development of the city’s operating and capital improvements budgets.
  • Manage issues related to the Overland Park Convention Center and adjacent hotel.
  • Facilitate communications among city staff and neighborhood groups.
  • Coordinate the Teen Council program.
  • Prepare and monitor state and national legislative programs.

The City Manager’s Office oversees personnel investigations for City staff.

If you believe an employee of the City of Overland Park has acted in a discriminatory manner, please contact Assistant City Manager Kate Gunja at 913-895-6110 or kate.gunja@opkansas.org.

Address

8500 Santa Fe Drive
Overland Park, KS 66212

Phone

913-895-6000

Hours

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

City Manager’s Office Divisions

City Management

City Management staff includes the city manager, deputy city manager, assistant city manager, the mayor’s assistant, and administrative staff who work with an executive leadership team to implement governing body policies.

Emergency Management

The emergency management division develops and implements programs in order to prepare citizens for potential disaster and minimize the risks should an emergency occur.

Communications

The communications division works with other city departments and the City Council to provide proactive information to residents, businesses, and the media about services and programs the city provides.