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Councilmember Stonecipher appointed to serve on National League of Cities Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee
Ward 8 Councilmember Mark Stonecipher has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee.
02/01/2024 10:03 AM
OKC Parks’ premiere of “Peter and the Starcatcher” slated for Feb. 29
Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation will premiere its production of “Peter and the Starcatcher” Feb. 29 at Taylor Recreation Center, 1115 SW 70th St.
01/30/2024 3:14 PM
Passenger numbers continue to increase at WRWA
Will Rogers World Airport (WRWA) served 4,400,049 airline passengers in 2023, which was an increase of more than 11% from 2022, which had 3,951,333 passengers. The numbers came close to matching 2019 passenger numbers of 4,418,749, which are the highest on record.
01/30/2024 12:29 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 below the combined monthly projection.
01/30/2024 10:31 AM
Portion of North Western Avenue closed for water line repair
The southbound lanes of N. Western Ave. between NW 138th and NW 142nd Streets will be closed to traffic while crews with the Oklahoma City Utilities Department repair a 12” water main. Northbound traffic will be narrowed to one lane to allow for southbound traffic.
01/26/2024 11:41 AM
Portion of N. May Ave. near 150th closed for water main repair
The far-right southbound lane of May Avenue near N. 144th Street is closed for the next several hours while crews with the Oklahoma City Utilities Department work to repair a 16” water main break in the area.
01/23/2024 5:42 PM
One day census to count people who are experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma City
The City of Oklahoma City and the Homeless Alliance organize the survey, called the Point in Time Count. Teams of people from homeless service providers will visit shelters, hot meal programs and encampments to count and survey people experiencing homelessness.
01/23/2024 4:01 PM
Oklahoma City moves Monday trash and recycling service to Wednesday, January 24
The City of Oklahoma City has postponed trash and recycling service for Monday, Jan. 22 due to hazardous road conditions. Customers who have regular Monday trash service need to set their carts out on Wednesday, Jan 24. Carts should be at the curb no later than 6 a.m.
01/22/2024 6:50 AM
Oklahoma City Municipal Court canceled for Monday, Jan. 22
Presiding Judge Philippa C. James has canceled all Oklahoma City Municipal Court sessions on Monday, Jan. 22, due to expected hazardous conditions and freezing temperatures.
01/19/2024 8:10 PM
Water conservation notice: Oklahoma City residents asked to reduce water usage amidst rising demand
The Oklahoma City Utilities Department is issuing a water conservation request to all residents due to continued higher-than-normal demand on the water system over the past five days.
01/18/2024 2:28 PM
Learn a new skill or find a new hobby with OKC Parks this weekend
The Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, 909 Fredrick Douglass Ave., is where young cooks will receive hands-on culinary training, personal development, proper etiquette and chivalry lessons. Weekly classes begin Jan. 19 at 2:30 p.m. Call (405) 297-1435 to register.
01/18/2024 12:35 PM
City Council approves use of economic development funds to leverage MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium
Oklahoma City Council today approved using economic development funds to increase the budget for the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium from $41 million to $71 million.
01/16/2024 10:54 AM
Councilman Carter appointed to serve on National League of Cities advocacy committee
Oklahoma City’s Ward 1 Councilman Bradley Carter has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Federal Advocacy Committee.
01/16/2024 10:40 AM
City Council selects operators for two MAPS 4 Mental Health and Addiction projects
The Oklahoma City Council voted today to select NorthCare as the operating partner for the MAPS 4 restoration center project and selected the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services as the operating partner for a crisis center.
01/16/2024 9:07 AM
OKC’s employee, firefighter and police officer of the year announced Tuesday
During today’s City Council meeting, the City of Oklahoma City and the South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club recognized three City employees for their outstanding achievements this past year. City Council recognized these individuals for their dedication, professionalism and commitment to OKC residents.
01/16/2024 8:54 AM
OKC Utilities customer portal, mobile app and kiosks temporarily unavailable until 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, alternative payment option available
All systems were scheduled to be operational by 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16. However, we are extending system maintenance for okcutilities.com, the My OKC Utilities mobile app, and all PaySite kiosks until 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16.
01/16/2024 8:34 AM
Attention Oklahoma City Utilities customers: Beware of potential scam calls
The Oklahoma City Utilities Department is issuing a public advisory regarding a potential scam targeting customers. It has come to our attention that someone is posing as a representative of the Utilities Department making fraudulent phone calls demanding immediate payment.
01/15/2024 12:48 PM
Oklahoma City Municipal Court canceled for Tuesday, Jan. 16
Presiding Judge Philippa C. James has canceled all Oklahoma City Municipal Court sessions on Tuesday, Jan. 16, due to expected hazardous conditions and freezing temperatures.
01/12/2024 1:00 PM
Oklahoma City Utilities Department issues winter weather guidelines to conserve water
When freezing weather hits, the Oklahoma City Utilities Department understands some customers may choose to drip their faucets as a preventative measure. For those who choose to do so, special care should be taken to prevent excessive water use and to protect our vital natural resource.
01/12/2024 8:35 AM
Residents encouraged to prepare for arctic conditions
With the chance of arctic conditions blowing into Oklahoma City, residents are encouraged to prepare for freezing temperatures. People are encouraged to avoid driving during hazardous conditions.
01/11/2024 3:16 PM