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Oklahoma City receives Aaa bond rating from Moody’s and AAA from S&P; affirm stable outlook
Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global Ratings have each affirmed the City of Oklahoma City’s top-notch bond rating and stable long-term outlook.
03/04/2022 2:09 PM
Oklahoma City’s February sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s February sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were above this month last year and the combined monthly projection.
03/02/2022 8:48 AM
Council approves transfer of $80 Million to MAPS 4 Investment and Operating Trust
The Oklahoma City Council on Tuesday voted to approve a transfer of $80 million from Oklahoma City MAPS 4 sales tax collections to the administration of the MAPS 4 Investment and Operating Trust.
03/01/2022 3:30 PM
City Council considers proposed ward map as redistricting process moves forward
Oklahoma City’s ward boundaries will shift this spring in a once-in-a-decade requirement to rebalance the population in OKC’s eight wards as a result of population growth.
03/01/2022 2:44 PM
City Council receives recommendations made by Law Enforcement Policy Task Force and Community Policing Working Group
Oklahoma City Council received a report today that includes 39 recommendations focused on de-escalation, community engagement and accountability.
03/01/2022 2:08 PM
Thursday trash collection moved to Saturday, Feb. 26
Oklahoma City is postponing trash and recycling collection for tomorrow, Thursday, February 24 due to hazardous winter weather conditions. Customers who have regular Thursday trash service or whose biweekly recycling date is February 24 will need to set their carts out by 6 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26
02/23/2022 4:58 PM
New ordinance requires dog owners to protect their pets in freezing weather
Oklahoma City Council passed an emergency ordinance today requiring dog owners to protect their dogs when the temperature dips below 32 degrees.
02/15/2022 2:03 PM
Free rain garden clinic and clean up at Memorial Park
Residents can learn about the benefits of rain gardens and stormwater management then join a park clean-up at 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 19 in Memorial Park parking lot, 1150 NW 36.
02/15/2022 9:20 AM
City of OKC hosts job fair, March 3
Adults of all ages, education levels, work experiences and perspectives are invited to a job fair to learn about and apply for career opportunities with the City of Oklahoma City. The event takes place from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., March 3 at Southern Oaks Recreation Center, 400 SW 66.
02/14/2022 1:15 PM
Lake Hefner dam road to close for construction beginning February 14
Lake Hefner Drive along the north side of Lake Hefner (aka the Dam Road) will close to all pedestrian and vehicle traffic, including cars, motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, and other non-motorized vehicles, beginning Monday, February 14 so contractors can repair cracks and repave parts of the road.
02/10/2022 4:17 PM
David Holt re-elected to second mayoral term
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt was re-elected to a second four-year term in yesterday’s general election, garnering 59.8% of the vote. Holt’s new term begins May 3.
02/09/2022 11:09 AM
City Auditor Jim Williamson dies at 61
City Auditor Jim Williamson lost his battle with cancer at his home on February 3 at the age of 61.
02/07/2022 11:11 AM
City of OKC winter storm situation update #2 – Feb. 3
Snow and low temperatures are affecting Oklahoma City and are expected to continue through Friday. This is an update on city services and partner services for Feb. 3. 2022.
02/03/2022 5:34 PM
Friday trash collection moved to Sunday, Feb. 6
The City of Oklahoma City is postponing trash and recycling collection for tomorrow, Friday, February 4 due to ongoing weather conditions. Customers who have regular Friday trash service or whose biweekly recycling date is February 4, will need to set their carts out on Sunday, February 6 by 6 a.m.
02/03/2022 4:51 PM
City of OKC winter storm situation update #1 – Feb. 2
Snow and low temperatures are affecting Oklahoma City and are expected to continue through Thursday. This is an update on city services and partner services for Feb. 2. 2022.
02/02/2022 5:55 PM
Oklahoma City’s January sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s January sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were above this month last year and the combined monthly projection.
02/02/2022 8:55 AM
Oklahoma City Council approves urban chickens and quail
After more than seven years of debate, City Council today approved the raising of chickens and quail in Oklahoma City backyards.
02/01/2022 11:00 AM
General election for Oklahoma City mayor is Feb. 8
Oklahoma City voters head to the polls on Feb. 8 to cast ballots in the general mayoral election.
01/31/2022 2:26 PM
Coyne/Hirst spin art unveiled at OKC Convention Center
Artwork created by Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne and world-renown artist Damien Hirst now has a home at the Oklahoma City Convention Center.
01/26/2022 11:58 AM
Ward 7 Councilwoman Nikki Nice hosts meetings on Northeast development, Jan. 25, 27 & 29
Everyone is invited to Join Ward 7 Councilwoman Nikki Nice for a series of meetings to learn about projects underway within Northeast Oklahoma City and Ward 7, and envision the future of NE OKC’s historic Jewel Theater.
01/20/2022 1:05 PM