Juneteenth is a recognition and celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. A combination of the terms “June” and “nineteenth,” this holiday, which takes places annually on June 19, marks the date in which Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865, ensuring the freedom of all enslaved people in the state. This year, the Johnson County Government is … [Read more...] about Recognizing Juneteenth in Overland Park
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Share your thoughts on short term rentals
Posted on May 31, 2022 The City of Overland Park is studying the effects of short-term rentals in the community. Short-term rentals, sometimes known as Airbnbs or VRBOs, are furnished living spaces or homes available for rent for short periods of time. In April, the City Council directed City staff to research and analyze options to address issues … [Read more...] about Share your thoughts on short term rentals
New American Rescue Plan Act grants available to OP businesses
The City of Overland Park will soon open three new grant programs for the Overland Park business community. Community Capital Fund of Kansas City, Mo. will administer the grants. Community Capital Fund helped design the grant programs, using information gathered during a community engagement process, to ensure the grants are tailored to current business needs related to the … [Read more...] about New American Rescue Plan Act grants available to OP businesses
Summer 2022 Overview arrives in mailboxes soon
Posted on May 25, 2022 Overview is the City’s quarterly newsletter for residents. It includes news, things to see and do in Overland Park, valuable information for neighborhoods and recreational and environmental news. The Overview Spring 2022 features articles about: Updates to the City’s 2023 proposed budgetInformation about a new pilot program … [Read more...] about Summer 2022 Overview arrives in mailboxes soon
City welcomes new chief human resources officer
Posted on May 19, 2022 The City of Overland Park welcomes a new Human Resources Department leader, following a national search. Thomas Bledsoe comes to the City from MHMR of Tarrant County, a provider of quality mental health and intellectual and developmental disability services in Texas. Bledsoe served as MHMR of Tarrant County’s chief human … [Read more...] about City welcomes new chief human resources officer