Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

913-685-3604

Arboretum & Botanical Gardens volunteers help the gardens grow.

Boards, Commissions + Committees

913-895-6000

City board and commission members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. In some cases, professional expertise may be required or helpful for appointment. At any given time, there may be vacancies.

Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead

913-897-2360

Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead volunteers greet visitors, garden, provide animal care and assist with activities and special events.

Emergency Management

[email protected]

Community Emergency Response Team training is free and gives neighbors the ability to help one another and meet immediate lifesaving and life-sustaining needs in an emergency.

Environmental Programs

913-895-6164

Environmental special events give residents the opportunity to help the environment throughout the year.

Golf

913-897-3805

Golf volunteers help the courses operate effectively.

Neighborhood Conservation

913-895-6270

Neighborhood conservation groups rely on volunteers to build a sense of community within older neighborhoods.

Police Department

913-327-6907

Police Department volunteers provide administrative support to officers.

Recreation Special Events

913-895-6390

Recreational special events rely on volunteers to provide recreational and leisure activities for the whole family.

Recycling Center

913-901-6002

The recycling center relies on volunteers to help operate this popular facility. If you have a few hours, we can use your help.

Recycling Special Events

913-895-6273

Recycling special events rely on volunteers so residents can recycle unwanted items.

Scout Projects

Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead will consider Eagle Scout proposals twice a year during the months of February and August. Contact the volunteer coordinator for details.

Scout troops often attend City Council meetings in their quest to earn class credit or merit badges. The Mayor’s Office provides the following resources for Scouts:

• Mayor’s welcome letter
• History of Overland Park
• Budget information
• Property tax information
• City organization

Teen Council

913-896-6160

Teen Council allows high school students to get an inside look at local government, be involved in the community and gain leadership experience.