Public Policy & Advocacy Committee Meeting
Public Policy & Advocacy Committee Meeting
Friday, November 13, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM) (CST)
Description
The Public Policy & Advocacy Committee will hold a special November meeting at the request of the Chamber's Executive Committee, which is seeking input on a proposal to dedicate a sales tax to parks and recreation in Overland Park.
Parks and Recreation Director Bryan Toben and Assistant City Manager Kate Gunja will present the proposal and take questions. After the discussion, committee members will recommend a Chamber position on the proposal to the Executive Committee.
The meeting will also include an update from Mid-America Regional Council staff members Lukas Yanni and Martin Rivarola on Smart Moves KC, the region's long-range transit plan. Background on the plan is available at: marc.org/transportation/transportation-plans-and-studies/smart-moves
Registration is required to attend.
The registration deadline is Wednesday, November 11th, by 12pm
Thank you to our 2026 PPA Committee Presenting Series Sponsor:
Open to Chamber members only.
Members: $20.00 per individual (includes lunch)
If your company is a Corporate Partner or Corporate Sponsor – please contact Serenity Wallace at swallace@opchamber.org or 913-766-7606 for assistance with your complimentary registrations.
9001 West 110th Street, Suite 150
Overland Park, KS 66210
Lunch will be available at 11:30 am.