First responder radio tower in South Broken Arrow
Summary
A 180-foot tower on city-owned land will fill radio coverage gaps for police, fire and EMS in south Broken Arrow — part of the last projects from the 2014 bond package. Two longtime residents living near the creek behind the site opposed it, citing health, erosion and property-value fears.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded by the voter-approved 2014 bond package — no new cost to taxpayers mentioned.
First responders and residents across south Broken Arrow get reliable emergency radio coverage.
The Murfrey family and neighbors near the creek site object on health, environmental, and property-value grounds.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission - Jul 9, 2026
A 180-foot tower on city-owned land will fill radio coverage gaps for police, fire and EMS in south Broken Arrow — part of the last projects from the 2014 bond package. Two longtime residents living near the creek behind the site opposed it, citing health, erosion and property-value fears.
Planning Commission - May 14, 2026
A proposed public safety communications tower was delayed because the required neighbor notifications used the wrong measurement point. It returns June 25 with proper notice.
Related development
Public Safety Communications Tower
Neighbors within 300 feet will get fresh notice before the tower is considered.
Public Safety Telecommunications Tower SUP
Improves emergency radio coverage across south Broken Arrow but drew resident objections over health, creek erosion, and property values.
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