City of Broken Arrow

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Infrastructure construction set to begin at Arrow Forge Construction of a three-lane asphalt roadway, water, and sanitary sewer lines, and a four-way traffic signal are a few of the infrastructure improvements that are coming to the 90 acres just south of Florence Street, between Aspen and Olive Avenues, known as the Arrow Forge Innovation District.  As a part of the 2018 General Obligation Bond, Broken Arrow voters approved the initial infrastructure to create an Innovation District. This mixed-use development will bring high-paying career opportunities to Broken Arrow in a collaborative effort with developers, local businesses, the Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation, public and higher education, and the City of Broken Arrow. https://lnkd.in/gBzP3zbC

Assistant City Manager Kenneth Schwab is the Chair of the Southwest Section of the American Water Works Association. In this article, he writes about "A Day That Changed Everything: June 10, 2013. In this article, he discusses how the City of Broken Arrow experienced a catastrophic event that became a turning point for the organization. Even if you aren't involved in water utilities, there are nuggets of wisdom you can gain from Mr. Schwab's leadership during a crisis. The article is on page 6. https://lnkd.in/gyvRNwYn

Ridership on Broken Arrow Transit has increased 276 percent over the previous public transportation option, saving the City of Broken Arrow more than $31,000 during four months of the six-month pilot program. (Data is not yet available for August and September). Due to its success, the city will enter Phase 2 of the pilot program, which will extend service times and widen the service area map. Broken Arrow has been awarded a $250,000 Section 5310 grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to increase mobility for seniors and assist people with disabilities. "It's touching to see the impact this service has made on individuals who don't have reliable transportation, individuals with disabilities, the elderly, the youth who either don't own or can't afford a vehicle," said Community Development Director Rocky Henkel. "This program allows individuals an affordable option to get groceries, pick up medications, make it to scheduled doctor appointments, and get to and from work or school." Broken Arrow Transit is an affordable public transportation option that is currently available: • Monday through Friday, • 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., • At a cost of $2 for a 3-hour ticket, or • $4 for an all-day pass. • Additionally, the program is free for all veterans, super seniors (75+), and minors (18 and younger). Discounts are available for seniors over 65.

Vice Mayor Christi Gillespie has been selected as the 2024 Public Official of the Year by the Oklahoma Floodplain Managers Association (OFMA). The recognition is given to officials who implement public policy initiatives that demonstrate excellence in addressing the community’s present and future floodplain management needs. Floodplain management is an effort to prevent or reduce the risk of flooding and the damage it causes to lives and property. The Vice Mayor was honored at the OFMA Annual Awards Banquet on Sept. 17 in Durant. Gillespie was first elected to represent Ward 3 in 2019 and selected to be the Vice Mayor in 2021. She says she is honored to be recognized by OFMA. “As an elected official, I take seriously my responsibility to educate myself on issues that affect our community,” she said. “Floodplain management is an opportunity to put into place systems in our city that can prevent issues that could potentially become emergencies later.” OFMA commended Gillespie on her outstanding leadership in prioritizing stormwater and floodplain management. “Vice Mayor Christi Gillespie demonstrates a strong willingness to force development to consider new and innovative approaches to increase beneficial uses of flood-prone property while adhering to a commitment to mitigate flood risk,” OFMA said in a statement. They also noted her willingness to learn from professionals and engage in difficult conversations that have led to the City of Broken Arrow’s ability to enhance and expand its stormwater and floodplain management programs. In addition to serving on the City Council, Gillespie’s involvement on the city’s Drainage Advisory Committee also demonstrates her commitment to solving floodplain issues. OFMA noted that Gillespie was instrumental in the City of Broken Arrow receiving the Ronald D. Flanagan Gold Project Award for the Park on Florence Detention Facility Restoration and Enhancement Project in 2023. This award is for an Oklahoma community or agency that goes above and beyond to complete a specific project. Project candidates include stream restoration, repetitive loss buyouts, green belt creation, and floodplain partnerships. Congratulations to Vice Mayor Gillespie for being chosen for this prestigious award. We are grateful for her dedicated service to the community. Vice Mayor Christi Gillespie (center) stands with City staff following her selection as the 2024 Public Official of the Year. From left, Stormwater Project Engineer Sarah Walters, Stormwater Division Manager Patrick Wilson, Utilities Director Tim Robins, Assistant City Manager Kenny Schwab, Emergency Management Director Jamie Ott, and Stormwater Project Engineer Charles Collins.

Join us as we celebrate breaking ground on the Sunset Amphitheater with a Community Street Dance on Oct. 11 featuring King Cabbage Brass Band.

Sunset Amphitheater Street Dance Oct. 11 Venu, the visionary behind the nation’s most luxurious live music venues, is excited to announce the official groundbreaking of the Sunset Amphitheater in Broken Arrow. While construction is already underway, this special event on Oct. 11, 2024, will mark the official celebration with a community street dance featuring local Oklahoma favorite King Cabbage Brass Band to bring residents and visitors together for a day of music, food, and festivities.   Date: Oct. 11, 2024 Time: 5 p.m. Gates Open | 6 p.m. Music Starts Band: King Cabbage Brass Band Location: The Rose District - 418 S Main St, Broken Arrow, OK 74012

Environmental Division Manager Emily Rowland has a published article in The Splash, the official publication of the Oklahoma Water Environment Association. Her article "Choosing to Move Our Values Forward" appears on page 7. You can read it here: https://lnkd.in/eRCeHAqj.

𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 On August 7, National Purple Heart Day honors those wounded or killed while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces due to enemy or friendly fire. "The Purple Heart is the oldest military award in the United States and was created in 1782, nearing the end of the Revolutionary War, by Gen. George Washington to recognize heroic acts," said Mitch Reed, Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Department of Oklahoma. Broken Arrow became a Purple Heart City in 2017, Oklahoma's largest Purple Heart City. A wreath-laying ceremony was held on National Purple Heart Day to recognize the 20 warriors represented by the silhouettes standing guard at the Mission 22 Memorial at Veteran's Park. It was a moving tribute in honor of Gold Star Families and acknowledging the impact of war. Members of the Seminole Nation and Cherokee Nation Honor Guard stood at attention as loved ones and city leaders laid a single wreath at the feet of each of the silhouettes representing warriors lost to veteran suicide.

The City of Broken Arrow has a new Director of Streets and Stormwater. Tim Wilson has served as interim director since March and has been officially named director. Tim has been with the city for five and a half years and has extensive experience in local government in northeastern Oklahoma, tribal government, and the private sector. "With Tim's get-things-done attitude and dedication to the City of Broken Arrow organization, he has earned this promotion," City Manager Michael Spurgeon said. "Assistant City Manager of Operations Kenny Schwab and I are excited for Tim to officially take the helm of the department. We know he will proudly continue the Council and the Administration's vision of great service to the citizens of Broken Arrow." For more, go to https://lnkd.in/g2-ReJAP