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Posted on: September 21, 2023

National Walk to School Day is October 4th!

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2023 National Walk to School Day is October 4th

 This year, the City of Roeland Park is teaming up with the Roesland PTA to bring back this popular event! Parents and students of Roesland Elementary are invited to join us at 7:30 a.m. at Roeland P...

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Posted on: September 21, 2023

News & Updates for Week of September 18th, 2023

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

Lend a Hand for History!

Lend a Hand For History!

Volunteers Needed! The Shawnee Indian Mission is a National Historic Landmark, the only one in Johnson County, which relies heavily on community support and volunteerism. Every year it hosts the Fall Festival, and this service day will help prep the site ...
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Posted on: August 8, 2023

Go Green! 2023 Environmental Fair - September 23rd

Environmental Fair

Go Green 2023 is a FREE family-friendly environmental fair that will show you how taking small steps to reduce your carbon footprint at home, school and work can help the environment & save money. 
9 am - noon on 9/23 at the Powell Community ...
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Posted on: September 21, 2023

2023-2024 Fall Leaf Pick Up Schedule

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PLEASE NOTE:  This year Public Works will be starting the leaf pickup on the east side of town versus starting on the west side

  • Rake leaves into long piles behind the curb. Do not rake leaves into the street. Any leaves in the street will not be c...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023

Ward 1 Community Meeting

Community Forum

Join Councilmembers Tom Madigan and Jan Faidley at a

Ward 1 Community Forum
Saturday, September 30, 10AM - Noon
Roeland Park Community Center
4850 Rosewood Drive
Enjoy homemade cinnamon rolls and coffee/tea while talking with your elected officials. Learn abou...
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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Buena Vista Studio Artists at George R. Schlegel Gallery September 5th to November 3rd

George Schlegel Gallery

BUENA VISTA STUDIO WEDNESDAY EVENING FIGURE DRAWING GROUP EXHIBITING AT THE GEORGE R. SCHLEGEL GALLERYROELAND PARK CITY HALL4600 W. 51ST STREET, 2ND FLOORSeptember 5th to November 3rd MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8AM TO 5PM

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Posted on: July 27, 2023

UPDATE 8/25/2023: 48th Street Closure Between Roe Boulevard and Roe Lane

temeporary road closure

UPDATED CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION AS OF 8/25/2023: Contractors for EVERGY have been making repairs on 48th Street. Delays have occurred due the contractor having to excavate through solid rock underneath the street, however the repairs are nearing completi...

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Posted on: August 3, 2023

August/September 2023 Roeland Parker Newsletter

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In this issue: Letter from the Mayor, A Guide to City Grants, Native Trees, and more.

Click here to see the full August/September newsletter.

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

2023 Community Recycling Event, Saturday, September 30th

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  • Paper Shredding
  • Electronics Recycling ( $40 fee for televisions, $20 for computers, everything else with a cord is free)
  • Eyeglasses Recycling
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Posted on: October 17, 2022

Stormwater Utility Fee Changes Coming in 2024

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Starting in 2024, residents and businesses will begin to see a stormwater utility fee with a reduction in the property tax mill rate. These funds will be used specifically to maintain our stormwater infrastructure which includes curb and gutter, storm inl...

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