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Citywide vote set for Sept. 12 on proposed bond program and sales tax initiatives
The Oklahoma City Council voted to call a special election Sept. 12 for voters to consider investing more than $1.2 billion in critical infrastructure like streets and sidewalks, including an annual $26 million boost for public safety and other day-to-day operations.
06/20/2017 3:34 PM
Downtown Area Traffic Advisory: July 21, 2017
A summary of special events and construction projects that will affect traffic in the downtown Oklahoma City area from July 21-27.
07/21/2017 4:27 PM
Oklahoma City’s resident satisfaction beats national average
Oklahoma City residents are more satisfied with their community than most Americans who live in big cities.
07/18/2017 1:29 PM
Oklahoma City’s July sales tax summary
The July sales tax report shows General Fund collections in Oklahoma City were up 1.5 percent compared to the same month last year, below the monthly projection by 0.5 percent.
07/18/2017 12:07 PM
City Council approves deal with Omni to operate convention center hotel
The Oklahoma City Council voted Tuesday to approve a redevelopment agreement with Omni Hotels for a headquarters hotel to support the MAPS 3 Convention Center.
07/18/2017 11:29 AM
OKC Council Meeting Notes: July 18, 2017
Resident survey results, sales tax update, convention center hotel deal, Continuum of Care grants and more.
07/18/2017 11:21 AM
Downtown Area Traffic Advisory: July 14, 2017
A summary of special events and construction projects that will affect traffic in the downtown Oklahoma City area from July 14-20.
07/14/2017 5:10 PM
Oklahoma City hosts water smart landscape awards
The Utilities Department wants to see your water smart landscape for its 2017 H2Outstanding Landscape Award.
07/14/2017 11:29 AM
Animal Welfare adoption event a smashing success, but adoption room almost full again
Every adoptable homeless dog and cat from OKC Animal Welfare found a family Saturday during a free adoption event, but the busy summer season means the shelter is almost full again.
07/12/2017 12:50 PM
Allow extra time for parking downtown this weekend
Allow more time for parking if you’re visiting downtown this weekend. Multiple events including back-to-back Garth Brooks shows on Friday evening and Saturday will limit the availability of parking in the area.
07/12/2017 9:01 AM
Oklahoma City releases water quality report
The Utilities Department has good news for Oklahoma City residents and other customers who use the City’s water system: Once again, the City’s water meets all federal and state safety and quality standards.
07/11/2017 3:07 PM
Melrose Park sprayground, recreation center re-open after repairs
The sprayground and recreation center at Melrose Park, 7725 W Reno Ave., have been re-opened after a temporary closure for emergency repairs.
07/11/2017 9:01 AM
Public workshop July 20 for input on Stars & Stripes Skate Park project
Skaters and other interested Oklahoma City residents are invited to get information and provide feedback on the Stars & Stripes Skate Park Project at a public workshop this month.
07/11/2017 8:53 AM
Downtown Area Traffic Advisory: July 7, 2017
A summary of special events and construction projects that will affect traffic in the downtown Oklahoma City area from July 7-13.
07/07/2017 4:47 PM
Sculpture installed at Military Park honors Vietnam War soldiers
A bronze sculpture installed Thursday at Military Park serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifice and service shared by American and South Vietnamese soldiers in the Vietnam War.
07/06/2017 10:29 AM
OKC Council Meeting Notes: July 5, 2017
Updates on menacing dogs, community cats, special events, First National Center environmental cleanup and more.
07/06/2017 10:22 AM
Council approves ordinances regarding community cats, menacing dogs
The Oklahoma City Council voted Wednesday to approve ordinance changes to help protect people from menacing dogs and improve the effectiveness of a program to control the community cat population.
07/05/2017 12:21 PM
With OKC Animal Welfare at capacity, save a life with free dog and cat adoptions Saturday
Save the life of a homeless pet and add a grateful dog or cat to your family with free adoptions Saturday at OKC Animal Welfare.
07/05/2017 8:41 AM
Downtown Area Traffic Advisory: June 30, 2017
A summary of special events and construction projects that will affect traffic in the downtown Oklahoma City area from June 30-July 6.
06/30/2017 3:34 PM
Text-to-give campaign launched to help end homelessness in Oklahoma City
Making a contribution in the fight against homelessness in Oklahoma City is now at your fingertips with a new text-to-give campaign
06/30/2017 12:27 PM