Curt Skoog
Curt Skoog | |
|---|---|
.jpg) Skoog at Juneteenth event, 2026 | |
| Mayor of Overland Park | |
| Assumed office December 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Carl R. Gerlach |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1963 or 1964 (age 61–62) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Amy Skoog |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | University of Kansas (BBA) |
| Website | Campaign website |
Curt Skoog (born 1963/1964)[1] is an American politician and businessperson who has served as the mayor of Overland Park, Kansas, since 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Skoog served from 2005 to 2021 as a member of the Overland Park City Council.
Early life and education
Skoog was raised in Topeka, Kansas. He attended the University of Kansas, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the School of Business in 1985.[2][3][4][5]
Career
Private sector
Skoog has held various roles in marketing and business development. He has held positions at Missouri Gas Energy, Nations Media Partners, Universal Asset Management, and H&R Block, where he served as director of business development for Digital Tax Solutions.[4]
Since 2014, Skoog has worked for the Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS), where he serves as a local government services development lead.[4][5] He also operated a consulting firm, Skoog Consulting, from 2012 to 2015.[4]
Political career
Skoog's career in local government began with his election to the Overland Park City Council in 2005. He served on the council for 16 years, during which time he held the position of city council president in 2021.[2][3][4][6]
In November 2021, Skoog was elected mayor of Overland Park. He was re-elected to a second term in November 2025. His administration has focused on the implementation of "Framework OP," a comprehensive plan emphasizing housing, economic development, mobility, and land use.[2][3][4][5][6]
In addition to his municipal roles, Skoog has been an appointed member of the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) Board of Directors since 2005, serving a term as the board's chair. He has also held leadership roles in community organizations, including the Shawnee Mission School District South Area Advisory Board and the Kenilworth Homes Association.[4][5][3][6]
On June 1, 2026, Skoog entered the Democratic primary for Kansas governor with physician Jen Bacani McKenney as his running mate for lieutenant governor.[2][7][8][9] He finished third in the August 4 primary, behind Ethan Corson and winner Cindy Holscher.[10]
Personal life
Skoog is married to Amy, with whom he has three children and six grandchildren.[2][6] On August 25, 2024, Skoog was involved in a single-vehicle collision in Kansas City, Kansas, which was attributed to a medical event, leading to his hospitalization.[11][12]
References
- ↑ Hammill, Roxie (October 23, 2021). "Voter guide: What you need to know about the Overland Park mayoral election". KCUR - Kansas City news and NPR. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Meet the Candidates". Skoog-McKenney for Kansas. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 "LEADERS Interview with The Honorable Curt Skoog, Mayor, Overland Park, Kansas". LEADERS Magazine. 2022. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Curt Skoog". BallotReady. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 "Curt Skoog". National Association of Counties. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 "Mayor's Office". City of Overland Park, Kansas. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- ↑ Smith, Sherman (June 1, 2026). "Overland Park mayor makes late entry into Kansas governor's race, challenging Democratic senators • Kansas Reflector". Kansas Reflector. Retrieved June 28, 2026.
- ↑ Carr, Maddie (June 12, 2026). "Kansas Democrat leaders object to Curt Skoog's bid for governor". The Topeka Capital-Journal. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- ↑ Ledonne, Isabella (June 2, 2026). "Overland Park residents react to Mayor Curt Skoog running for 2026 Kansas governor". KSHB 41. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- ↑ Smith, Mitch (August 5, 2026), "Cindy Holscher Wins Kansas Democratic Primary for Governor", The New York Times, ISSN 0362-4331, retrieved August 6, 2026
- ↑ Pilling, Nathan (August 26, 2024). "Overland Park mayor involved in crash after suspected 'medical event,' city says". Kansas City Star. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- ↑ McLaughlin, Kaylie (August 26, 2024). "Update: Overland Park Mayor Skoog returns following car accident, hospitalization". Johnson County Post. Retrieved June 27, 2026.