Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Broken Arrow public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues with critical priority
Tucson Street widening and April bond election
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.
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.
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Amendment No. 13
The authority was scheduled to review and potentially approve Budget Amendment Number 13 for Fiscal Year 2027.
Data Center Development Moratorium
The council hit pause on any data center approvals through the end of 2026. A consultant had quietly approached a property owner, and residents are split — one beekeeper worries about water and power bills, while an engineer who designs data centers says big ones bring their own power and cleaner-than-drinking water. Staff will use the pause to draft real regulations.
2026 Bond Program Planning
The city is asking voters April 7 to approve eight propositions: seven property-tax propositions totaling $415 million that keep the tax rate flat, plus a half-cent sales tax for five years raising $53 million to overhaul the sports complexes. The sports facility investment is expected to draw tournaments back to Broken Arrow and boost hotel and restaurant business.
Aspen Creek erosion threatening sanitary sewer
Increased runoff from new development (Iron Horse, Chestnut Creek) is eroding Aspen Creek's banks, toppling large trees, and exposing a 36-inch sewer encasement. $75,000 is recommended for clearing and bank armoring.
Build Our Future bond program and half-cent sales tax
Voters decide April 7 on a $415 million bond package — streets, fire stations, parks, a library partnership, stormwater — plus a five-year half-cent sales tax for $53 million in sports facilities. No property tax rate increase, but the sales tax raises the city rate from 3.55 to 4.05 percent.