Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Broken Arrow public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
19 issues in water utilities with medium priority
Haikey Creek Lift Station Phase IV upgrade
The joint lift station serving both Tulsa and Broken Arrow flows is severely undersized. The Phase IV project will rebuild it to handle 42 million gallons per day.
Turtle Creek Subdivision drainage study funding
The committee was to consider recommending the City Council fund a drainage study for the Turtle Creek Subdivision. A study is usually the first step toward fixing flooding or drainage problems in a neighborhood.
Ninth Street storm sewer improvements underway
A previously approved project to capture water crossing Ninth Street from about 17 acres near Indian Springs is moving forward — materials are being ordered and construction will be scheduled soon, which the 8451 South 9th Street homeowner says should ease his front-yard flooding.
Swan Lake Addition drainage improvements funding
The agenda called for the committee to consider recommending DENIAL of funding for drainage improvements in Swan Lake Addition. If confirmed, that would mean no city money directed there for now.
Elm Creek Trunk Line Improvements
Cherokee Pride Construction got the contract to replace manholes on the County Line trunk sewer from Washington Street to Houston Street. Aging manholes can leak groundwater into the sewer system, so this saves treatment costs down the line.
ODEQ Consent Order Case No. 25-253
A variance or appeal case before the Board of Adjustment got pushed to March because the board didn't have enough members present. Anyone following this case will have to wait another month for a decision.
Houston Street closure for Old Town waterline work
A narrow stretch of Houston Street (81st Street) between 79th Street and South Winwood Lane closes for about four weeks while crews rebuild the road. It'll be a detour headache for commuters, but the roadway — recently inherited from Wagoner County — was in very poor shape.
Verdigris River Water Treatment Plant Upgrades
A services agreement with Haynes Equipment Company will upgrade the telemetry and SCADA systems that let staff remotely monitor and control water and sewer infrastructure.
Elm Place water transmission line extension
A 16-inch water transmission line is being extended along Elm Place between Florence Street and Miami Street to strengthen water capacity as part of the city's capital plan and loan program. Bolding Construction won the job with the low bid of about $1.08 million.
Fleet HVAC renovation and lift station rehabilitations
A consultant agreement with Holloway, Updike, and Bellen covers rehabbing the Dresser Rand lift station, the equipment that pumps sewage uphill through the system. Rehabbing it keeps the wastewater flowing and avoids costly failures.
Drainage complaint from Seven Oaks area resident
Resident Chuck Rowland returned with photos showing runoff from the Seven Oaks area flooding neighbors' property, killing trees, and costing him tree removals. The city committed to a staff meeting with him.
Freeport Date Channel Clearing easements
A channel draining 175 acres is choked with debris and downed trees, pushing about 18 inches of water through a homeowner's backyard. $50,000 is recommended for a one-time clearing, plus maintenance agreements with property owners.
Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Change Order
The city will line aging sewer pipes behind City Hall with epoxy cured-in-place pipe instead of digging them up, extending from East College Street through the alleys between Main and First Streets. About one block of work will happen at night (9 p.m. to 7 a.m.) to avoid disrupting downtown businesses.
Water Supply Under Extreme Heat
The city manager highlighted how well the water production team is managing demand during extreme heat. Residents benefit from reliable water service, though hot-weather demand puts crews under pressure.
Google Water Grant and Leak Detection
A $795,000 Google grant funds acoustic leak sensors, pressure monitors, a detection vehicle, and a backup generator — aiming to cut lost water 25% and save 120 million gallons a year.
FROG ordinance update and sewer system protection
An update to the Fats, Rags, Oils, and Grease ordinance was presented to help keep grease and debris out of sewer lines, preventing costly backups and overflows.
Oak Crest Addition sewer and water line improvements
A change order with Timber Wolf Excavating moves the Oak Crest Addition sanitary sewer and water line project forward, improving infrastructure for that neighborhood.
Natural Gas Commodity Supply (Bid No. 26.161)
The Authority awarded a natural gas supply bid to Symmetry Energy Solutions, securing the commodity that heats homes and businesses in the service area.
Emergency sewer repairs in Horseshoe Acres
The city manager signed an emergency services contract with McGuire Brothers Construction for urgent repairs in the Horseshoe Acres subdivision, ratified on the consent agenda.