Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Broken Arrow public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in taxes budget
April 6, 2027 City Election Called
Ward 3, Ward 4, and the at-large council seats will be on the spring ballot, with filing periods and contests handled through the Tulsa County Election Board.
2026 General Obligation Bond Sales
The city sold $26.5 million of its voter-approved bonds at interest rates just above 4%, kicking off spending on roads, parks, the Rose District plaza and museum design, and land purchases for future fire and public-safety projects. Staff explained the program may stretch from ten to twelve years because of state property tax limits.
Sales Tax Revenue Note financing for municipal services building
The Authority is borrowing up to $29.99 million against sales tax revenue to fund the new municipal services building before interest rates rise. Securing financing now protects the project from cost increases.
General Obligation Bonds Series 2026A, 2026B and 2026C
The city sold $26.5 million of its voter-approved bonds at interest rates just above 4%, kicking off spending on roads, parks, the Rose District plaza and museum design, and land purchases for future fire and public-safety projects. Staff explained the program may stretch from ten to twelve years because of state property tax limits.
General Services Center Administration Building
A $2.57 million contract consolidates maintenance, solid waste and purchasing admin staff at the Stark Center campus after nine competitive bids.
2018 Bond Fund Returns and Project Closeouts
Five completed or closed projects freed up about $589,000 in 2018 drainage bond money, returned to the appropriate basins for future use.
Employee Health Insurance Rates
Revised employee/employer health insurance contribution rates were set to take effect January 1, 2027, affecting city workers' paychecks and the city's benefits budget.
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Amendment No. 13
The authority was scheduled to review and potentially approve Budget Amendment Number 13 for Fiscal Year 2027.