June 23, 2021 Update: Overland Park officials, responding to a recent open records request, discovered a series of still photos captured from an in-car police camera video that had been previously released to the public. The content of the photos is not new; it is simply a different format than the previously-released dashcam video which […]
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As you start your home improvement project, remember to get a building permit
Home renovation season is in full swing, and you’re thinking about constructing that home renovation you’ve always wanted. Maybe it’s a new deck? A fence? A basement finish? There are lots of ways to upgrade your home, and plenty of time throughout the rest of the year to get started. Before beginning your project, make […]
Celebrate Earth Day with these green options in OP
Stream Clean + Community Cleanups Help restore the natural beauty of Overland Park streams by removing trash and debris from the City’s streams and creeks. Sign up to donate two or more hours during the month of April. City staff will provide supplies and a location in need of cleanup. Or, organize a community cleanup […]
Overland Park’s outdoor pool plans for 2021
Overland Park’s outdoor pools will open this summer, Parks and Recreation Department officials said, but lifeguard staffing shortages may present a challenge. City staff provided an update on 2021 summer aquatics operations to the City Council’s Community Development Committee on Wednesday night. Officials are hopeful that Stonegate Pool, Young’s Pool and Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center […]
Thompson Park is award-winning fun
The renovation project at Thompson Park, 8045 Santa Fe Drive, is catching the attention of regional professional organizations. In late 2020, the Associated Builders and Contractors Heart of America chapter recognized the park improvement project and contractor Mega KC with its “Excellence in Construction” Award. This recognition features construction projects that demonstrate a commitment to […]
Overland Park named a healthiest employer
The Kansas City Business Journal has named the City of Overland Park one of the healthiest employers in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Each year, the journal works with research company Healthiest Employers LLC to assess local organizations based on the culture, planning, communication, programming and reporting of their wellness programs. This year, the journal […]
OPFD issues 2020 annual report
Overland Park Fire Department’s 2020 annual report is now available. The report provides a snapshot of the department’s year in service, detailing its staffing, accreditation, service areas, training techniques, prevention efforts, department updates and more. In 2020, the department responded to more than 20,000 calls for service – more than 55 calls per day, from […]
Your input needed on Overland Park’s dangerous dog ordinance
June 3, 2021 Update: If you are an Overland Park resident and you wish to speak during the open comment period of the June 9, Public Safety Committee Meeting regarding the breed specific ordinance please complete this form. The Open Comment Period will begin at 7 p.m. and end at 10 p.m. on June 9. Overland […]
Overland Park needs your feedback
We’re looking for your feedback about City communications. Beginning next week, about 3,000 households in Overland Park will receive a survey in the mail focused on City communications. The survey is legitimate and will measure your level of satisfaction with the City’s communication efforts. It will also gather your ideas about ways to better communicate […]
Farmstead to reopen in May
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead will welcome guests back on Tuesday, May 4. The Farmstead will be open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesdays through Sundays, beginning May 4. It will be closed on Mondays for additional cleaning. Timed Ticketing Reservations During the 2021 season, guests will make timed reservations online prior to arriving at the Farmstead. […]
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