As outdoor temperatures drop, don’t forget about your furry family members! Now is the purr-fect time to brush up on important tips for a safe and warm winter with your pets: Keep your pets indoors as much as possible during the winter months. Factors like wind chill and cloud cover along with your pet’s fur, […]
Lanes and ramps at the I-435 and U.S. 69 interchange will be closed between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. on Dec. 13 and 14 to allow bridge girder setting work as part of the 69 Express project. Westbound I-435 at U.S. 69 Fully closed overnight Dec. 13 Lane closures overnight Dec. 14 Eastbound I-435 at […]
Hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community in his final video message of 2023. This month, the mayor shares opportunities to shape the future of OP Parks and Recreation and welcomes the newly elected members of the City Council. Watch the Mayor’s Message below. […]
The City of Overland Park welcomed a new City Council Monday night, swearing in four newly-elected members and two re-elected members. Each council member sworn in Monday night was elected during the Nov. 7 election. The City Council is made up of 12 Overland Park residents elected from each of the city’s six wards. Together […]
As many of us take advantage of the ease of online shopping ahead of the holidays, potential porch pirates can threaten to steal our holiday spirit….and our packages. Here are five strategies to protect your deliveries (and your peace of mind) this holiday season: Track and/or schedule your deliveries Most online orders provide tracking information […]
We’re embarking on a journey to refresh the plan that lays out the future of Overland Park’s parks and recreation amenities. Playbook OP, Overland Park’s updated long-range plan will serve as a roadmap for meeting the current and future needs of Overland Park, covering everything from aquatics and community centers to green spaces and recreational […]
The City is honoring the life and service of former Overland Park Police Chief Myron E. Scafe, who passed away this week. Scafe was Overland Park’s longest-serving police chief, from 1971-1995. Prior to leading the department, Scafe made his way up through the ranks of the Overland Park Police Department. Scafe’s service to the community […]
Overland Park snow crews prepare for anything Mother Nature sends us each winter. After spending weeks throughout October and November preparing for winter events, Overland Park crews responded to the season’s first snowfall on Nov. 25 and 26. Nearly 60 staff members reported to treat and clear City roads. Crews spread 400 pounds of salt […]
Update at 4:35 p.m.Two lanes of Antioch Road, one northbound and one southbound, are now open between 103rd Street and I-435. The right northbound and southbound lanes on Antioch Road between 102nd Terrace and south of 104th Street remain closed as part of the Brookridge Perimeter Street Improvements project. Find project details, construction updates and […]
Fill your schedule with exciting events happening in Overland Park! From family fun and creative workshops to Governing Body and committee meetings, the City’s event calendar is packed with endless opportunities to get involved in your community and make memories with friends and family: Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane – Daily through Dec. 31 Experience […]