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Name, plan revealed for new Broken Arrow Park
 At the August 31 City Council meeting, the council unanimously approved Elam Park as the name for the sprawling 53 acres off Florence St. between Olive and Aspen avenues. Parks and Recreation Director Matt Hendren presented a Draft Master Plan with details about the proposed park improvements and facilities to the council and the improvements are estimated to cost approximately $51 million. Citizens had the opportunity to review the plan and ask questions during the public meeting held on Sept. 16.
Watch Broken Arrow in Focus for more information.
Aspen Ridge Development Update
 City Manager Michael Spurgeon signed a construction contract that will spearhead the Aspen Ridge Development in south Broken Arrow. The construction will extend Norfolk Dr. to the east of Aspen Ave. near the Creek Turnpike for the new development that will include a Reasor's and many other businesses in the future.
"This is a very exciting day for our community and specifically south BA," said Spurgeon. "First, the Council approved the TIF (tax increment financing) for the phase 1 mixed-use development and now we have a contract to get started on the public infrastructure. It will be exciting to watch new businesses break ground later this year and early 2022. Especially the new Reasor's grocery store."
The construction was awarded to Cherokee Pride Construction, Inc. with a total bid of $2,377,674.29. Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 30.
Watch Broken Arrow in Focus for more information.
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Innovation Land District Purchase
 The Economic Development Authority approved the purchase of land for the Innovation District. Located in the southeast corner of Olive Ave. and Florence St., the Innovation District will be a mixed-use development that will focus on high-paying employment opportunities, innovative learning, and will attract technology-based companies. The purchase of the property is $5 million and funded with the Authority South BA TIF Note Proceeds.
To prepare for this exciting project, a team from the city will be traveling to South Carolina this month on a best practices trip to learn from the City of Greenville about their innovation district. It will be a great opportunity for city leaders to gain insight on this project that will mean so much to our citizens.
Watch Broken Arrow in Focus for more information.
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New Orleans Square Transformation Underway
The Broken Arrow City Council unanimously approved two measures expected to transform New Orleans Square into a premier destination location within the city in a Special Meeting on Sept. 13. The New Orleans Square Intersection Feasibility Study and Conceptual Design Report was presented to the council which included five design options to remake the New Orleans St. (101st St.) and Elm Place intersection.
The study took eight months to complete, and safety was one of the most significant considerations. The proposed project will include shade trees for pedestrians to add beautification, decorative plantings, improved lighting, reconstructed retaining walls, a decorative concrete intersection, traffic signal improvements, ADA Compliant Pedestrian Walkways, and enhanced crosswalks.
For more information, visit brokenarrowok.gov
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Drinking Water Week Art Contest Winner
Karelis Olivares, winner of the Broken Arrow Utilities Department's Drinking Water Week Art contest, received recognition from Mayor Debra Wimpee and City Manager Michael Spurgeon at New Orleans Square to celebrate her winning design. Karelis was most excited after receiving a surprise visit from her father who currently serves as a Petty Officer First Class in the U.S. Navy.
Karelis is a ninth-grade student at Bishop Kelly High School. Her work titled "Water Fall" will be on permanent display on an electrical box at 101st St and Elm Pl. at New Orleans Square.
Watch the recap on Youtube.
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 Trash Bash & Recycling Rally
Trash Bash is back and volunteers around Broken Arrow are ready to beautify our City! Join us for a day of litter cleanup and recycling collection. This year, cleanup supplies will be picked up at city offices prior to the event. There will be paper shredding and the following recyclable items will be accepted: tires, pharmaceuticals, cardboard, electronics/e-waste, batteries, and plastic grocery bags.
For more information, visit www.brokenarrowok.gov
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 Free Dump Day Returns in BA
The free Dump Day is back! Broken Arrow residents will be able to dispose of unwanted items during the City’s semi-annual Dump Day on Saturday, Oct. 30 at the Waste Management Quarry Landfill. The landfill is located at 13720 E. 46th St. North in Tulsa.
Between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m., residents can dump off waste free of charge by presenting their driver’s license or a recent utility bill bearing a Broken Arrow address. City officials will be on site to verify residency.
For more information, visit https://www.brokenarrowok.gov/freedump
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 Rumble in the Rose District Returns
Rumble in the Rose District is back in the heart of downtown Broken Arrow on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 with live coverage on Showtime Sports’ broadcast of ShoBox: The New Generation. The first Rumble in the Rose District premiered with seven fights to a sold-out crowd in August 2019.
“I am incredibly excited that Rumble in the Rose District is returning to downtown Broken Arrow this year,” said Mayor Debra Wimpee. “Broken Arrowans already know how wonderful this area is, but now, with the live coverage of these outdoor boxing matches, we have an opportunity to showcase the Rose District and all that it offers to a worldwide audience.”
The 20’ by 20’ feet ring will be staged near the intersection of Main and Commercial, and surrounded by lighting ballasts, VIP and General Admission seating, cameras, announcers, fight statisticians, and more.
Buy your tickets at www.rosedistrict.com
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 Scotfest 2021 in BA
If you missed out on all the Labor Day weekend festivities, you'll have the opportunity to experience the thrill of Scotfest 2021! Returning to Broken Arrow Sept. 17-19 at Events Park, Scotfest is an authentic celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture, primarily modeled after the 178 year old Lonach Gathering, Scotland and the 189 year old Braemar Gathering, Scotland.
Whether you’ve got Scottish and Celtic history going back generations or you’re interested in experiencing something new, Scotfest is the place you’ll want to be on the weekend of Sept. 17. Each year, the team collaborates on new creative ideas to make you feel like you’re right in the heart of the Scottish highlands while your feet are on the ground in northeast Oklahoma. This is a festival you don't want to miss!
For more information, visit www.okscotfest.com
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Sept. 21 — City Council Meeting 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, 220 S First St. |
Oct. 14 — City of Broken Arrow Blood Drive 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Central Park Community Center, 1500 South Main St. |
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Sept. 24 — Rumble in the Rose District 6 p.m. - 11 p.m., Rose District, 111 E Commercial St. |
Oct. 23 — Trash Bash 2021 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Events Park, 21101 E. 101 St. |
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Sept. 17 — A Night For The Museum: The Grand Event! 6 p.m. - 11 p.m., Stoney Creek Conference Center, 200 W. Albany St. |
Sept. 25 — Cool Grilles Car Show 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Main St. |
Oct. 30 — Epsilon Sigma Alpha 48th Annual Benefit Craft Show 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., St. Stephen's Church, 400 W. New Orleans St. |
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Sept. 17 — A Night For The Museum: The Grand Event! 6 p.m. - 11 p.m., Stoney Creek Conference Center, 200 W. Albany St. |
Oct. 1-3 — Broken Arrow Rose Festival & Chalk It Up! An Art Festival Rose District Pavilion, 418 S Main St. |
Oct. 30 — Epsilon Sigma Alpha 48th Annual Benefit Craft Show 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., St. Stephen's Church, 400 W. New Orleans St. |
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Sept. 17 — A Night For The Museum: The Grand Event! 6 p.m. - 11 p.m., Stoney Creek Conference Center, 200 W. Albany St. |
Oct. 5 — City Council Meeting 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, 220 S First St. |
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Sept. 18 — Fall Fun Fair 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Central Park Community Center, 1500 S. Main St. |
Oct. 6 — BAPD Coffee With A Cop 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., Panera Bread, 2201 W Detroit St. |
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