Managing stress, anxiety, and other emotions, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic is always challenging for vulnerable individuals in the Overland Park community. “Unfortunately, we are seeing an increase in certain mental health calls to the Overland Park Police Department,” said Ward 6 Council Member Chris Newlin. “Young or old, throughout Overland Park, there appears to be […]
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Screening committee to recommend new Ward 4 City Council member
Overland Park’s City Council screening committee will begin the task of searching for, interviewing and recommending a new representative for Ward 4. At Monday night’s City Council meeting, the City Council approved a declaration of vacancy for the Ward 4 City Council position formerly held by Gina Burke. Burke moved out of the city in […]
Overland Park Drive-Thru Farmers’ Market to open as essential food source
The Overland Park Drive-Thru Farmers’ Market will open April 25 at the parking lot of the Overland Park Convention Center. A drive-thru format will provide minimal to no-contact shopping, minimizing the risk of spreading coronavirus to vendors and customers. Vehicles will follow a one-way path through the parking lot to the north of the convention center. Shoppers […]
Help neighbors and get help during coronavirus stay-at-home order
The coronavirus stay-at-home order has presented challenges for many, and opportunities to give, for others. If you are able to help or support others, including neighbors, friends, co-workers, or an organization that provides service to those in need, please do so. If you need help during this difficult time, know there are resources available. Some […]
Overland Park-themed Zoom backgrounds available
Go above and beyond in your next video conference meeting. Zoom backgrounds, showcasing some of the most iconic sights in Overland Park, are now available. Click to open any of the images below. Then right-click to download the image to your computer and follow Zoom’s steps to install them as a virtual background: Log in […]
Share your thoughts on 2021 budget
Development of Overland Park’s 2021 operating budget is under way. First, we want to know what you think. Share your thoughts on the 2021 budget online. Your comments at the beginning of the process provide feedback for the Governing Body, City Manager, and City staff during development of the City’s annual operating budget. Use the […]
City Council to resume meetings via videoconference
For the first time ever, Overland Park’s City Council will meet entirely via virtual meeting on Monday night. Monday’s 7:30 p.m. City Council meeting agenda includes appointments of mental health task force members, an update to the building code, agreements for engineering services, and more. City staff and the full City Council will attend the […]
Make sure you’re counted, and make it a learning opportunity
Today is census day, the official beginning of the 2020 Census. The census determines how much federal money goes to local communities and local programs. For every household that doesn’t get counted, we lose $39,000 in federal funding over the next ten years. You have probably received invitations in the mail to complete the census. […]
Fire Department’s annual report now available
The Overland Park Fire Department’s 2019 annual report is now available. The report shares data about the fire department’s operations, focuses on some of the most impactful saves and calls for service, introduces you to staff members, and includes a special section looking back on the department’s 100th year in service. Read this year’s interactive […]
Mayor: Cooperation will help us overcome coronavirus challenges
Beginning Tuesday, March 24, all Kansas-City area and Johnson County residents will be ordered to stay at home except for essential needs. Hear from Mayor Carl Gerlach about this most recent order and what you can do to keep the community well. You can learn more about this order and what is considered “essential” on the Johnson […]
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