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OKC residents’ feedback requested via natural disaster survey
Oklahoma City residents can help the City identify what five actions would best reduce the effect of natural disasters on their homes and businesses by taking a short survey.
07/27/2022 2:41 PM
OKC Municipal Court extends penalty reduction program through December
From now through Dec. 31, 2022, people with outstanding warrants for unpaid Oklahoma City tickets, for class “a” offenses issued on or before June 30, 2020, can save money and get a fresh start, by calling the Oklahoma City Municipal Court at (405) 297-3898. You won’t be arrested or go to jail.
07/21/2022 9:47 AM
OKC receives $3.9 million to help property owners remove hazardous waste
The City of Oklahoma City’s Planning Department was awarded a $3.9 million grant from the EPA to help cleanup buildings and sites contaminated by petroleum, hazardous waste and asbestos.
07/20/2022 9:41 AM
OKC City Council reinstates Human Rights Commission
Oklahoma City Council today approved an ordinance re-establishing the City’s Human Rights Commission after being repealed nearly 30 years ago.
07/19/2022 3:29 PM
Councilperson James Cooper to host Ward 2 town hall July 26
Ward 2 residents are invited to a town hall meeting hosted by Councilperson James Cooper to get an update on topics such as MAPS 4, Better Streets, Safer City, parks, homelessness, public safety reform, Bus Rapid Transit and the Regional Transit Authority.
07/19/2022 9:50 AM
July open houses scheduled to get feedback on proposed zoning codes
The come-and-go open houses provide an informal way to talk to Planning Department staff about future updates to the City’s Zoning and Development codes.
07/12/2022 3:51 PM
Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s reaffirm OKC Utilities AAA and Aaa ratings
S&P Global Ratings (Standard & Poor’s) and Moody’s Investor Services (Moody’s) have reaffirmed the AAA and Aaa ratings of the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust (OCWUT). The ratings place OCWUT among the top 7% and 5%, respectively, for municipal water and wastewater utilities.
07/07/2022 9:40 AM
Oklahoma City’s June sales and use tax summary
Oklahoma City’s June sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were above this month last year and the combined monthly projection.
07/05/2022 12:36 PM
Oklahoma City’s Independence Day holiday schedule
Monday, July 4: No trash or recycling pickup. Makeup day Wednesday, July 6. Bulky waste pickup not affected. EMBARK buses on weekend schedule with free fares. OKC Streetcar on regular schedule with free fares.
06/28/2022 9:26 AM
Thompson, Ferbrache hired as Assistant City Managers for Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City Manager Craig Freeman announced the selection of LaShawn Thompson and Jason Ferbrache as new Assistant City Managers. The Assistant City Manager position is the second-highest-ranking position in the City.
06/24/2022 2:23 PM
OKC Municipal Court to offer Community Court hearings at Homeless Alliance
Oklahoma City Municipal Court has partnered with Crowe & Dunlevy, P.C., and the Homeless Alliance to help residents experiencing homelessness clear their outstanding municipal citations and fines.
06/16/2022 3:32 PM
Comment deadline extended to July 5 for proposed Human Rights Commission ordinance
The comment period for Oklahoma City’s proposed Human Rights Commission ordinance has been extended to July 5, and the City Council meeting to consider its adoption is expected on July 19.
06/14/2022 10:50 AM
Oklahoma City’s Juneteenth holiday schedule
Juneteenth will be observed Monday, June 20. City offices closed. EMBARK buses and OKC Streetcar on a regular schedule. No trash or recycling pickup. Makeup day Wednesday, June 22. Bulky waste pickup not affected.
06/14/2022 8:44 AM
Junior golfers can play evenings for free at James E. Stewart Golf Course through July 31
Junior golfers, 17 and under, can play golf for free from 7:30 p.m. to sunset now through July 31 at James E. Stewart Golf Course. The nine-hole course is located at 824 Frederick Douglass Ave.
06/09/2022 8:13 AM
Oklahoma City Council adopts 2023 annual budget
The Oklahoma City Council on Tuesday adopted the City Manager’s budget for Fiscal Year 2023, which begins July 1. Visit okc.gov/budget to see the budget book.
06/08/2022 12:14 PM
OKC Animal Welfare waives adoption fees for dogs and cats to relieve overcapacity
OKC Animal Welfare is offering fee-waived adoptions for dogs and cats until the severe overcrowding at the shelter is eased.
06/03/2022 1:53 PM
Solarize OKC to host educational virtual town hall June 7, open house June 14
Solarize OKC, a new coalition led by the City’s Office of Sustainability and other local organizations, invites Oklahoma City residents and business owners to attend one of two upcoming educational events.
06/03/2022 11:20 AM
June open houses scheduled to get feedback on proposed zoning codes
The community is encouraged to attend one of two open houses hosted in June by the OKC Planning Department. The open houses are to give feedback on how proposed zoning and planning updates to the City’s Development codes could affect future residential and commercial development in the City.
06/02/2022 3:33 PM
Oklahoma City’s MAPS 3 Convention Center recognized as 2022 ULI Oklahoma Outstanding Public Initiative
ULI Oklahoma recognized the MAPS 3 Oklahoma City Convention Center as its 2022 Outstanding Public Initiative during the 8th annual Impact Awards on May 12.
06/01/2022 9:16 AM
Comment period extended through June 5 on OKC’s proposed fiscal year 2023 budget
The comment period to weigh in on Oklahoma City Manager Craig Freeman’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2023 has been extended through June 5.
05/31/2022 11:41 AM