Public Meetings - Broken Arrow, Oklahoma

The Broken Arrow City Council met on April 21, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. to hear presentations from Cox Communications and the Military History Center, receive updates on the RAISE grant and road closure, and vote on multiple resolutions, appointments, and contracts. Key actions included approval of a railroad crossing agreement, award of street rehabilitation projects, and appointment of trustees to the Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda was approved by motion (Councilor Ford) and second, with all members present voting in favor. Public Comments & Testimony - No citizens addressed the council during the public comment period. Discussion Items - Cox Communications Annual Report – A representative presented a five-year investment of $41 million in Broken Arrow infrastructure, including fiber-deep network reaching every corner of the city. Cox paid $815,000 in franchise fees in the past year. The company employs 110 residents in Broken Arrow. Cox offers affordable broadband plans: $9.95 for households with a K-12 student on government assistance, and a $30 plan for other low-income households. Cox also highlighted community engagement, including $31,000 in teacher grants and a $10,000 grant to Broken Arrow Neighbors. Councilor Parks expressed appreciation for Cox’s responsiveness to constituent concerns and for educating employees about the city’s GoBond initiative. - Military History Center Annual Update – General Tom Mancino reported on the past year’s activities, including awarding a $1,000 scholarship, hosting a Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day, and participating in parades. The museum is open Tuesday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m., admission $5. New exhibits include a Holocaust wood carving. The museum remains the 2 attraction in Broken Arrow on Travelocity. Councilor Parks noted the Memorial Day banner program and hours for the public. - RAISE Grant Project Update – Charlie Bright, Director of Engineering, presented a status update on the $5.84 million federal grant (with $1.46 million city match) for multimodal improvements along the Broken Arrow Expressway corridor. The grant covers design (up to 60%) and environmental review. A public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 23, at 6 p.m. Potential controversial changes include reducing business drives (similar to the New Orleans Square project) and limiting left turns. A service road on Elm Street and realignment of Queen Street were discussed. Councilor Ford asked about Lyn Lane and Highway 51; Bright noted that the 2018 bond includes funds for the Lyn Lane/Kenosha area and that the project cost could be $50–70 million, requiring federal support. Councilor Wimpey highlighted the importance of the project for safety and traffic flow. - Road Closure Request – Houston Street – Travis Small announced a night closure of Houston Street between 23rd Street and old Highway 51 on April 27–28, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., for storm sewer installation. Notification boards will be posted. - Resolution 1740 – Support for NLC Women in Municipal Government Conference – Councilor Ford presented a resolution to support hosting the National League of Cities Women in Municipal Government conference in Broken Arrow during the last week of June 2026. The city will provide support but not full funding. The conference is expected to bring over 100 attendees from across the nation. The resolution was approved. - Appointment of OMAC Trustees – City Manager Spurgeon recommended appointing Justin Battles (Mustang), Tim Lyon (Midwest City), and Pam Polk (Durant) as trustees to the Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group board. The council approved the appointments. - Professional Consultant Agreement – Knapholt Construction – Shannon Marshall presented a $49,000 contract for construction management services for the Municipal Services Administration building. The contract covers pre-construction estimates and project management. The council approved. - Conditional Final Plat – Oak Creek Crossing – Rocky Hinkle presented a plat for 118 single-family lots on 39.5 acres (R2 zoning). The planning commission approved 4-0. No public comments were made. Councilor Parks noted past concerns about drainage and sewer issues, which have been addressed. The plat was approved. - Railroad Crossing Agreement – Gary Street – Kenny Schwab detailed a six-year effort to create a new at-grade railroad crossing near Gary Street to improve access to the school, industrial park, and amphitheater. The agreement with Union Pacific includes a one-time grant fee of $21,888 and estimated construction costs of $681,625 (total $703,513). Annual maintenance costs are $15,200 ($13,000 for signals, $2,000 for surface). The crossing will have two lanes out, one lane in, and will be signalized. The existing 219th Street crossing will be closed after construction. Councilor Parks asked about timing; the railroad will schedule construction after signing. The council approved the agreement. - Street Rehabilitation Awards – Steeple Farms and Oak Tree States – Charlie Bright reported that Cherokee Pride Construction was the low bidder for both projects, totaling $823,152 (Steeple Farms) and another project (Oak Tree States). Bright noted that Cherokee Pride’s competitive pricing has saved the city over $3.5 million in the last two years, allowing additional neighborhoods to be funded. Councilor Parks acknowledged past complaints but noted the contractor’s responsiveness. Both projects were awarded. Key Outcomes - Approved Resolution 1740 to support the NLC Women in Municipal Government conference in Broken Arrow (June 2026). - Appointed Justin Battles, Tim Lyon, and Pam Polk as OMAC trustees. - Approved professional consultant agreement with Knapholt Construction for $49,000. - Approved conditional final plat for Oak Creek Crossing (118 lots). - Approved railroad crossing agreement with Union Pacific (total cost $703,513, annual maintenance $15,200). - Awarded street rehabilitation projects to Cherokee Pride Construction: Steeple Farms ($823,152) and Oak Tree States (amount not specified in transcript, but awarded as low bid). - Council noted the passage of seven of eight bond propositions (April 7, 2026) with high approval percentages, and that Proposition 8 (sales tax) did not pass. The city manager announced a downtown master plan advisory committee first meeting (May 13, 2026), a budget workshop in May, and the search for a new emergency management director.

The Broken Arrow Board of Adjustment met on April 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM (UTC) to consider a variance request for a multifamily development. The meeting included approval of prior minutes, one public hearing, and a motion that failed due to an abstention. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (March 9, 2026): The Board approved the minutes of the March 9, 2026 meeting. Voting: Michelle Bergwall (abstain), Rebecca Hinkle (yes), George Jesquire (yes), Judd Hatch (yes). Motion carried. Public Comments & Testimony - Applicant Presentation (Justin Abruin, Walls Design Collective): Mr. Abruin spoke in support of the variance, emphasizing that the city engineer and fire department had approved the life safety requirements, that existing driveways in the downtown area are typically 20 feet or less, and that the proposed 20‑foot one‑way driveway is consistent with city standards for one‑way aisles. He argued that a 26‑foot requirement would consume more than half the developable area and create an unnecessary hardship given the 20‑foot width of Fort Worth Street. He also noted that the DROD regulations aim to minimize pedestrian‑vehicle conflicts and limit overly wide pavement. - Architect Remarks (Jameson Schaefer, Bixby): Mr. Schaefer clarified that the alleyway extends only a short distance east, so vehicles must exit west onto Fort Worth Street. Discussion Items - Variance Request VAR‑002593‑2025 (Fort Worth Apartments): The applicant requested a variance from Section 5 of the Downtown Residential Overlay District (DROD) regulations to reduce the required driveway width from 26 feet (minimum for a two‑way drive) to 20 feet for a one‑way driveway. The property is located at 202 East Fort Worth Street, consisting of 0.32 acres within DROD Area 5, and is being developed as a 15‑unit multifamily flat (all one‑bedroom units). Staff analysis found that all four criteria for a variance (unnecessary hardship, public good, minimum variance, and consistency with the DROD) were met, and staff recommended approval. Board members asked about the number of parking spaces (15 required, 15 proposed), the alleyway direction, and the width of Fort Worth Street (approximately 20 feet). A board member noted that the city is reviewing the DROD as part of a downtown master plan and may consider adjusting driveway width standards. Key Outcomes - Vote on Variance Motion: A motion to approve the variance was made and seconded. Voting: Michelle Bergwall (yes), Rebecca Hinkle (no), George Jesquire (abstain), Judd Hatch (yes). The motion failed because it needed three affirmative votes; the abstention counted as a no vote. The Board chair announced the motion failed, effectively denying the variance. - Appeal Options: The Board informed the applicant that the decision can be appealed to the City Council or to district court. - Item A (Public Hearing): A public hearing item originally on the agenda was moved to a future meeting by a unanimous vote to continue.

The Broken Arrow (Oklahoma) commission convened on April 9, 2026, at 5:30 PM (local time) with all five members present: Mindy Payne, Jonathan Townsend, Jaylee Clempa, Jason Cohen, and Robert Gorenson. The meeting was short, covering old business, the consent agenda, and adjournment. Consent Calendar - The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda with staff recommendations via a 5-0 roll call vote. - Items F and G from the consent agenda will be forwarded to the city council on May 5th at 6:30 PM. Commissioner Remarks - A commissioner thanked attendees for their time and expressed appreciation for community involvement, including voters who passed the GEO bond in a recent election. - It was noted that the additional sales tax measure did not pass, which would have supported soccer and softball events. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously (5-0). - Meeting adjourned with a 4-1 vote, with Mindy Payne voting no on the adjournment motion. Note: No public hearings, appeals, or general commission business were listed on the agenda.

The Broken Arrow Municipal Authority (BAMA) met on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, immediately following the City Council meeting. The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. All trustees (Wimpee, Parks, Ford, Green, Pickel) were present. The meeting lasted only a few minutes and focused on approving the consent agenda with no discussion or public comment. The meeting adjourned without any public hearings, general business, or executive session. Consent Calendar - Approval of the March 24, 2026 meeting minutes. - Acknowledgment of the February 2026 Water Supply Report, Wastewater Discharge Monitoring Report, Solid Waste and Recycling Report, and RMUA Quarterly Report. - Approval of Budget Amendment Number 26 for Fiscal Year 2026. - Authorization of a Professional Consultant Agreement with Doane and Hartwig Water Systems Inc. d/b/a Big Wave Water Technologies Inc. for Chloramine Booster Pilot (Project No. 2554780). - Authorization of a Services Agreement with Haynes Equipment Company for Telemetry and SCADA Upgrades. - Notification of City Manager's execution of certain contracts under $50,000. - Award of a construction contract to A.S.A.P Heating and Air, Inc. for the Fleet HVAC Renovation Project (Project No. 2651090). - Ratification of the Claims List Check Register dated March 30, 2026. Public Comments & Testimony None. Discussion Items None. Key Outcomes - Unanimous approval (5-0) of the consent agenda as presented. - A motion to adjourn was made and seconded; the meeting was adjourned following a brief computer glitch during the roll call vote. Note: The meeting was followed immediately by the Broken Arrow Economic Development Authority meeting.

The Broken Arrow Economic Development Authority met on April 7, 2026, following the City Council and Municipal Authority meetings. The meeting was brief, consisting primarily of approval of the consent agenda. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no public hearings, general business, or executive session were conducted. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes of the March 24, 2026 meeting were approved as part of the consent agenda. - Ratification of Claims List: The claims list check register dated March 30, 2026 (Item 26-454B) was ratified. Key Outcomes - The consent agenda was approved by a unanimous roll call vote (Trustees Green, Ford, Parks, and Chairperson Wimpee voting yes). Trustee Pickel was not present in the transcript; only four trustees are listed as present. - The meeting adjourned after the consent agenda approval, with a lighthearted remark about clearing the room and a comment about a non-working computer. Note: The transcript includes informal remarks about "clearing the road" and a computer issue, but no formal business beyond the consent agenda was conducted.

The Broken Arrow City Council met on April 7, 2026, at 12:30 PM. The meeting included a consent agenda item, proclamations, recognition of the 2026 obligation bond package efforts, a rezoning request, and adoption of a short-term rental ordinance. Citizens spoke on various topics, and several votes were taken. Consent Calendar - Item L (Rosewood Village Conditional Final Plat): The item was removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion. Community Development Director Rocky Hinkle presented the plat, which proposes 20 lots and six reserve areas totaling approximately 4.5 acres, located north of Houston Street and east of Aspen Avenue. The plat was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission (4-0) with no public comments. The council approved the item unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Edna Osborne: Expressed pride in the city's improvements, specifically the Rose District and schools. She voiced concerns about the street widening project and the Branch Creek homeowners association, stating she does not plan to leave her home. She also commended the council for having a minister lead invocations. Discussion Items - Proclamation – Ernest Childers Day (April 8, 2026): Mayor Deborah Wimpy read the proclamation honoring Second Lieutenant Ernest Childers, a Broken Arrow native and the first Native American to receive the Medal of Honor in World War II. Grover Wind, Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the Muscogee Nation, spoke about Childers' bravery. Family members also shared personal memories. - Proclamation – Safe Digging Month (April 2026): Mayor Wimpy proclaimed April as Safe Digging Month, encouraging residents and contractors to call 811 before digging. A representative from AP801 accepted the proclamation. - Recognition of Bond Package Partners: City Manager Spurgeon recognized the council, citizens, staff, communications team, Jacobs consultants, and community partners for their efforts on the 2026 general obligation bond package. He noted that over 1,500 citizens attended nearly 70 meetings during the public education phase, and he emphasized the transparency of the process. - BAZ 2651-2026 – Rezoning for The Pines: Hinkle presented a request to rezone approximately 119 acres from A1 to RS (single-family residential) for a proposed development. The Planning Commission recommended approval 5-0. Two citizens spoke against the development, citing concerns about tree removal, traffic, and loss of wildlife. The engineer, Alan Betch, assured that the development would match previous phases, retain green space, and not significantly increase traffic through existing neighborhoods. The council approved the rezoning. - Ordinance 3905 – Short-Term Rental Regulations: City Attorney Trevor Burrus presented the ordinance, which includes a safe harbor provision for self-reporting owners and a 20% renewal fee reduction for compliant operators. The ordinance was developed in response to numerous incidents (e.g., drunk and disorderly, juvenile parties, marijuana consumption, discharge of a firearm) reported by Police Chief Arnold. The council adopted the ordinance and its emergency clause. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda: Approved with item L removed; item L was subsequently approved separately. - Proclamations: Adopted for Ernest Childers Day (April 8, 2026) and Safe Digging Month (April 2026). - Bond Package Recognition: Acknowledged the collaborative efforts of community partners and staff. - BAZ 2651-2026: Approved to rezone 119 acres to RS for The Pines development. - Ordinance 3905: Adopted with an emergency clause, effective immediately.

The Broken Arrow Planning Commission met on March 26, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The meeting covered consent agenda items, public hearings, and general business. Key actions included approval of a preliminary plat for Elm Village subject to conditions, continuation of a major PUD amendment, and approval of a minor PUD amendment. Consent Calendar - Item 4C (PT-002685-2026, Elm Village): A preliminary plat for 21.81 acres, 89 lots, residential multifamily to single-family residential preservation, located 1/8 mile south of West Tucson Street and west of South Elm Place. The item was removed from the consent agenda for separate consideration. The applicant, Eric Enyard of Tanner Consulting, noted that review comments were received late and requested to work through details with staff. The Commission approved the preliminary plat with the understanding that staff would work with the applicant on outstanding issues, including fire access requirements, before the conditional final plat. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made on any agenda item. Discussion Items - Item 6A (26-435): Withdrawn by the applicant before discussion. - Item 6B (26-441, Aspen Creek Villas): A major amendment to PUD-307 and rezoning from commercial heavy to single-family residential compact on 90.33 acres, north of Tucson Street and 1/4 mile east of Olive Avenue. Staff and the applicant requested a continuance to the April 23, 2026 meeting because updated materials requested at the February 26, 2026 meeting were still pending. The Commission unanimously approved the continuance. - Item 6C (26-440, PUD-002694-2026): A minor amendment to PUD-002316-2025 and other PUDs to adjust lot width and frontage requirements to zero feet for development area C, located on the southeast corner of Olive Avenue and New Orleans Street. The applicant explained that the change would allow access via mutual access easements, as the lot is behind another development area. The Commission approved the amendment with a vote of 4-1 (Mindy Payne voted no). Key Outcomes - Approved: Item 4C (Elm Village preliminary plat) with staff to work with applicant on details. Vote: 4-0 (all yes). - Continued: Item 6B (Aspen Creek Villas) to April 23, 2026. Vote: 4-0. - Approved: Item 6C (PUD minor amendment for lot width/frontage). Vote: 4-1 (Mindy Payne opposed). - Adjourned: Meeting adjourned at an unspecified time. Vote: 4-1 (Jaley Klempa voted no). Remarks - Commissioner Jonathan Townsend thanked staff for installing artwork on an electrical/traffic control box in the New Orleans Square area, noting it featured a butterfly design and was visually appealing.

The Broken Arrow Municipal Authority met on March 24, 2026, immediately following the City Council meeting. The meeting was brief, with no public hearings, appeals, or general authority business. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, and Board members made remarks about upcoming Arbor Day tree planting. Consent Calendar - Approved the minutes of the March 3, 2026, Broken Arrow Municipal Authority meeting (Item 26-28A). - Approved the minutes of the Special Joint Meeting of Broken Arrow City Council, Broken Arrow Municipal Authority, and Broken Arrow Economic Development Authority held on May 22, 2025 (Item 26-430B). - Awarded the most advantageous bids for lawn care services: J & J Bowers Lawn Care for South Side areas, Goodacre Lawn Care, LLC for North Side areas, and designated Prodigy Lawn and Landscape as an alternate vendor (Item 26-388C). - Approved and authorized execution of an Agreement for Work on OTA Property for the Highway 51 Sewer Extension from Blue Bell Creameries to East Washington Street (Project No. S.25080) (Item 26-395D). - Approved and authorized execution of a Professional Consultant Agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. for the Turnberry Lift Station Expansion or Elimination project (S.26010) (Item 26-404E). - Ratified the Claims List Check Register dated March 16, 2026 (Item 26-414F). Remarks and Inquiries by Governing Body Members - Chairperson Debra Wimpee noted that Arbor Day is the next day (March 25, 2026) and encouraged tree planting, remarking on the forecasted 90-degree weather. - The City Manager had no remarks. Key Outcomes - The consent agenda was approved as a whole by a unanimous roll call vote (all trustees present: Wimpee, Parks, Ford, Green, Pickel). - No items were removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion. - No executive session was held. - The meeting adjourned shortly after the vote.

This meeting of the Broken Arrow Economic Development Authority (EDA) focused on receiving an economic development briefing for the first quarter of 2026. Key updates included project statuses for multiple development agreements, a consent agenda item to close out a previously approved but unused franchise fee request, and brief remarks on community partnerships. No votes were taken on the briefing, and the meeting concluded by moving into executive session. Consent Calendar - Motion: Approved as presented. - Comment on Item D: Travis Stevens clarified that item D involved closing out a previously approved request for assistance related to an ONG line under Elm Place. The funding was approved by voters in 2023 as part of a renewal of the franchise with PSO (electricity), which included a one percent increase in the franchise fee dedicated to economic development. The applicant determined the money was not needed, so the item merely closed out the authorization. No new funding was required. - Vote: All members voted in favor: Pickle (yes), Green (yes), Ford (yes), Parks (yes), Wimpy (yes). Discussion Items - Economic Development Briefing Sheets – First Quarter 2026: Travis Stevens presented the first edition of summary briefing sheets for all active Economic Development Agreements (EDAs). He explained that the sheets were created by himself and Christy McLean to help staff and council quickly understand key terms, deadlines, obligations, and clawback provisions of the complex agreements. The briefing covered the following projects: - Hackberry Market: Located south of the Creek Turnpike off Aspen. A TIFF district. Home Depot and Hobby Lobby are anchor tenants. Hobby Lobby must be open before Christmas 2026; Home Depot shortly after. - Adams Creek: East of Lowe’s on Hillside Drive. Sales tax rebate TIFF. Project is ahead of its May 31, 2027 completion deadline. A restaurant (not yet named) is pending on one out parcel. - Aspen Ridge: North of the Creek Turnpike off Aspen. Includes a Freddy’s (foundation poured), 168-unit apartment complex, a four-unit commercial building ready for occupancy, a car wash, and talks with three potential restaurants. - Peat Development: Across Aspen to the west. McDonald’s (sign installed), Seven Brew (in development), and a credit union (foundation poured). The developer missed a June 30, 2025 deadline to secure a national full-service sit-down restaurant. Stevens noted the city could trigger a clawback, but indicated the city may allow more time for the developer to perform. - Shops at Aspen Creek: East of the Warren Theater. Still in pre-development. The developer has several second-tier box retailers ready to lease, pending a large anchor tenant. Stevens reported the anchor tenant’s committee approval has been delayed multiple times, but the developer expects a decision this week. - Tiger Crossing: Across from Broken Arrow High School. Seven pad sites for smaller businesses (donut shops, sandwich shops, insurance agents, office space). Dirt moving, no tenant announcements yet. - Creek 51 Industrial Park: Three businesses operating; several lots sold. The EDC continues to steer industrial projects there, including Aero Forge. - Council Questions & Comments: Council members expressed appreciation for the briefing sheets. One council member noted the tall McDonald’s sign near the turnpike and questioned whether it met city sign codes. The city manager confirmed the sign was reviewed and approved under the sign code due to its location near the turnpike. - Mayor’s Announcement: The mayor noted that the city will bring back to council a proposal for Aero Forge entrance signage. The design was previously shared with council a couple of years ago, and the mayor wants to reconfirm support as basic infrastructure nears completion. Key Outcomes - No votes taken on the economic development briefing. - Consent Agenda approved unanimously. - Next Step: The mayor will bring the Aero Forge entrance signage design back to a future council meeting for reaffirmation. - Community Partner Remarks: The city manager thanked James and Amber’s team for their partnership, noting the community partners are moving to a new office space later this week and will be operational next month. The move will free up space for the school district, which needs additional administrative space.