In his June video message, hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community. This month, the mayor shares details about: Road construction and improvement projects happening throughout the city, The City’s storm debris operations following May’s severe weather, And information on the proposed budget for 2025. Watch the Mayor’s Message below. […]
Both directions of 139th and 143rd Streets under U.S. 69 reopen Sunday, June 16. Both roads fully closed to traffic in March for U.S. 69 bridge construction. As part of this work, 139th Street was also reconstructed, including the addition of sidewalk and trail connections across U.S. 69. The Kansas Department of Transportation’s project will […]
As we bid farewell to a group of esteemed City staff members, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for their years of exemplary service. These individuals left an undeniable mark on the city and on the hearts of those they worked alongside. Two from Public Works step into retirement this month, each dedicating more than two […]
The City of Overland Park began its Ash Tree Removal Program in 2023 to proactively remove and replace ash street trees impacted by emerald ash borer, an invasive beetle that feeds on and kills ash trees. As part of this program, a City contractor removed 2,400 ash street trees in 12 areas hardest hit by […]
Juneteenth is a recognition and celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. A combination of the terms “June” and “nineteenth,” this holiday, which takes place annually on June 19, marks the date Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865, ensuring the freedom of all enslaved people in the state. Juneteenth is […]
Get ready to listen to some of your favorite songs under the stars! Concerts in the Park return June 13. Head to Thompson Park on the second Thursday of each month this summer for an evening of free live music and entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. These performances will have you on your feet, but […]
Overview is the City’s quarterly newsletter for residents. It includes news, things to see and do in Overland Park, valuable information for neighborhoods and recreational and environmental news. The Summer 2024 Overview features articles about: The City’s new comprehensive plan, FrameworkOP, An upcoming opportunity for Overland Park teens, A long-term road closure of 119th this […]
To keep your pets and our community safe and healthy, Overland Park requires all cats and dogs to have pet licenses. All dogs and cats in Overland Park must be registered by the time they are six months old or within 30 days of arriving in Overland Park. As the registration deadline nears, it’s important […]
The southbound U.S. 69 to College off-ramp will be fully closed to traffic overnight from: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 5 to 9 a.m. Thursday, June 6 7 p.m. Thursday, June 6 to 6 a.m. Friday, June 7 7 p.m. Friday, June 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, June 8 6 p.m. Saturday, June 8 to 10 […]
Overland Park’s proposed 2025 Budget continues to work toward improving City infrastructure and implementing Overland Park’s strategic goals while balancing the possibility of a cooling economy. City Manager Lori Curtis Luther presented the proposed budget to Mayor Curt Skoog and the Overland Park City Council at the June 3 Committee of the Whole meeting. The […]