News

Oklahoma City protects water rights with answer to Indian Tribes’ claims

Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust filed an answer today in U.S. District Court in Oklahoma City disputing the unprecedented claims to water in Southeast Oklahoma made by two Indian Tribes. More

• More information on Oklahoma water rights

Council receives proposed budget for fiscal year 2012-2013

City Council received the City Manager’s $951.9 million proposed budget (PDF) for the 2012-2013 fiscal year. 

The General Fund budget, which pays for most day-to-day City services, is proposed at $387.3 million – a 5 percent increase from the 2011-2012 fiscal year budget.

• More information
• Watch the presentation to Council (YouTube)

ODOT closes Western from Reno and California Ave through mid-May to remove old I-40 Crosstown

Crosstown bridge began April 26. Western Ave will be closed between Reno and California Ave through mid-May. Find alternative route or follow detour and plan for extra travel time.

• Oklahoma Department of Transportation release (PDF)
• Oklahoma Department of Transportation's detour video (YouTube)

Tornado and severe weather tips and information

Oklahoma City has 182 tornado warning sirens located across Oklahoma, Canadian and Cleveland counties. The sirens are activated in each county for which the National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning. More

I-240 corridor improvements explored

The Interstate 240 corridor between Interstate 35 and Interstate 40 is a powerful economic engine for Oklahoma City. A planning process, called Envision 240, is underway to encourage economic development, improve aesthetics and rethink land use along the corridor. More

Was I chosen for a safe room?

Everyone who applied for the Safe Room Rebate Program will be notified either by mail or email regarding their safe room status by March 16th. All applicants who are chosen to receive a rebate or chosen as an alternate will receive correspondence in the mail from the City. If you were not chosen in the lottery, then you will receive an e-mail or a letter if you don’t have an e-mail address or access to the internet.

Learn more about the Safe Room Rebate Program

All lanes of I-40 Crosstown open

The new eastbound and westbound lanes of the I-40 Crosstown are now opened to motorists. Downtown I-40 on and off-ramp information and map

EMSA’s TotalCare program

Every September, The City of Oklahoma City gives you the opportunity to change your participation in EMSA’s TotalCare program. TotalCare provides you and permanent members of your household with emergency medical transport through EMSA with no out of pocket expense. More

Report a pothole to the City's hotline

405-631-1111

“Green loans” available to homeowners

Oklahoma City homeowners wanting to save money on their electric and gas bill by making their home more energy efficient can apply for a green home loan offered through the City of Oklahoma City. More

Downtown Traffic Advisory and Map

Project 180, the massive four-year-long renovation of downtown, is continuing at a quick pace. Here is a map of downtown traffic conditions. (PDF) To stay up-to-date with the progress, subscribe to Makeover Magazine, the weekly newsletter of Project 180, by visiting okc.gov/project180.

City releases performance report

Residents interested in learning how effectively the City is delivering services to them can now download and read Oklahoma City’s 2011 Performance Report on OKC.gov. More

Oklahoma City residents give City services high ratings

Oklahoma City residents have a very positive perception of the City and a higher level of satisfaction with City services than in other large cities. That was the news given to the City Council today when Chris Tatham, president of ETC Institute, presented the results of a recent citizen satisfaction survey. More

Performance measure data now online

Leading for Results (LFR) performance measure data is now online for all City departments. LFR provides information to decision makers and citizens and helps City departments demonstrate to their customers the services they provide. View data

Blue bin instant win

One lucky Oklahoma City customer could win a $100 Visa gift card just for properly filling and setting out a Little Blue recycling bin for collection.  It’s a year-long contest so there are 52 chances to win. Details

History exhibit open in City Hall

The history of Oklahoma City’s government, from the City’s first unofficial mayor who was shot in a land dispute to our present form of government can be explored in a free exhibit in City Hall titled “Oklahoma City! Sooner or Later...” More

Locate garage sales at okc.gov

People who enjoy hunting for used treasures can now log on okc.gov to view garage sale listings throughout Oklahoma City. The garage sale tracking system maps the location of permitted garage sales occurring within the Oklahoma City limits. The listing is free to those who get the required permit for their garage sale. Track garage sales

City Council Issues, Strategic Priorities & Key Results

City Council met to identify the major issues confronting the City over the next two to five years, and establish Strategic Priorities and Key Results that the City needs to achieve in order to successfully address the issues identified.
Download Strategic Priorities (PDF)

City’s performance report available online

Residents interested in learning how the City is performing in delivering services to them can download and read Oklahoma City’s 2010 Performance Report online. The 12-page report highlights Oklahoma City’s performance in areas ranging from animal control and emergency response to pothole repair and code enforcement. Download report (PDF)

Free tree planting guides available

Oklahomans interested in planting trees this fall can pick up a free copy of “Putting Down Roots,” a guide for the selection, care and maintenance of trees in central Oklahoma. The 130-page publication is in its second edition and includes a description and photographs of more than 60 trees that are suitable for planting in central Oklahoma. More

Downtown trolley free for one year

The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority recently announced that beginning July 1, downtown Oklahoma City trolleys will be free to ride for one year thanks to a sponsorship by Platt College. More

City offering Utility eBilling options

Sign up for eBilling to receive, view, pay and print utility bills online. Each month, you’ll receive an email message when your bill is ready to pay and an electronic copy of City News. You must already have an account or will need to create one on the Utility Customer Service Web site.

"This City is Going on a Diet"

Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett is asking residents to collectively lose one million pounds in an effort to create a healthier City. An interactive website has been created to track the city’s weight loss progress, www.thiscityisgoingonadiet.com. The website is designed as a one-stop resource for people intending to lose weight. More

Five-Year economic forecast - FY 2010-14

The Five Year Financial forecast, FY 2010-14, was presented to City Council in March, 2009. The purpose of this document is to evaluate the City's financial condition as a view of the economic, financial and operational outlook for the City.

2010 news items
2009 news items