Parks and Recreation Long Range Plan
Playbook OP: Parks and Recreation Long Range Plan
The Parks and Recreation Long Range Plan addresses current and future outdoor and recreational needs of Overland Park’s parks system, including trails, parks, community centers, recreational activities and more.
The plan is a guide for the parks department efforts to acquire and develop parks and greenways and enhance recreation opportunities.
Following the collection of feedback through focus groups, a steering committee and other public input opportunities, the City will begin developing a new Parks and Recreation Long Range Plan, Playbook OP.
Ready to be a part of the excitement? Let’s collaborate to create spaces that truly reflect our community’s needs.
Contact
Parks and Recreation
913-327-6630
Community Engagement
Aquatics Open House
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024 from 5-6:30 p.m.
Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty St.
Join us for an Aquatics Open House to learn about the information being considered as the City develops future plans for Overland Park’s aquatics programs and facilities for Playbook OP, the Parks and Recreation long range plan. Explore maps and displays on current findings, speak to staff and provide your feedback.
This family-friendly event is a great chance to ask questions, learn about the direction of our aquatics resources and share your input. Drop in between 5-6:30 p.m. and feel free to bring the kids!
Prioritization Survey Coming Soon
What matters most to you for Overland Park’s trails, parks, community centers, pools, activities and more? Your input on our Playbook OP Prioritization Survey will help shape the future of what we offer in Overland Park. The survey will go live in early 2025. Sign up to be the first to know when the survey opens.
Community Engagement
The City held an open house on December 11, 2023 from 5-7 p.m. at Matt Ross Community Center to gather resident feedback on the future of OP Parks and Recreation.
The City also conducted an online survey from December 2023 to January 2024 to collect resident feedback. The results are in! Thank you to everyone who participated and shared valuable feedback. Your input will play a crucial role in shaping our future plans.
Residents were also invited to submit feedback regarding Overland Park Aquatics through an online survey in summer 2024.
The steering committee will use feedback and data from focus groups and stakeholders to draft a comprehensive plan. Stay tuned for details about an upcoming Playbook OP Town Hall meeting where a draft plan will be presented and we will welcome your final thoughts and comments.
Current Plan
City staff, members of the City Council and Planning Commission, and a steering committee gathered resident input in-person, online, and via mailed surveys, to learn about satisfaction and desires for park amenities.
The plan includes a vision for the city’s park system, needs for existing parks and recreation facilities, recommendations for future parks, pools facilities, trails, and greenways, recommendations for parks services and operations, and an implementation plan.
Playbook OP Steering Committee
Allison Adams
Kay Brown
Jared Coleman
Travis Gatewood
Javarius Hodge
Chelsea MacPherson
Caitlin Perll
Tim Piatcheck
Pahini Ross
Kelly Seward
Steve Smalley
Rich Smith
Mary Strahan
Brad Stretz
Councilmembers
Richard Borlaza, Ward 3
Logan Heley, Ward 1
Teen Council Liaisons
Sarah Jiang
Ainesh Tallapragada
Staff Members
Jermel Stevenson, Director, Parks and Recreation
Reed Krewson, Administrative Services Manager, Parks and Recreation
