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2021 Broken Arrow State of the City Address
 City Manager Michael Spurgeon presented his seventh annual State of the City address at the Central on Main Ballroom at the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce on December 8. Using the City's motto as inspiration, "where opportunity lives," he talked about the city's robust economy, low crime statistics, the top schools in the state, the quality of life, and the overall understanding that Broken Arrow is an ideal area for private investments, even during a pandemic, as proof of the city's success. He also referenced several initiatives that City Officials are pursuing to improve the lives of Broken Arrow citizens. This included gateway signage into the city and an iconic structure to create an identity for BA, preparation for the next bond package for 2027-2028, the development of Elam Park, and much more.
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Trash and Recycling Update
 Tulsa Recycle & Transfer has announced its facility will reopen in February 2022. TRT was expected to resume operations during the final week of December, however, it is experiencing delivery delays with the equipment it needs to operate its new system. That equipment is not expected to be ready until after the new year. TRT has been offline since April due to a fire at the facility.
In the meantime, City of Broken Arrow Solid Waste and Recycling crews are currently working on route efficiencies to be ready for the recycling center’s re-opening. Crews will soon begin hauling waste and recycling in separate vehicles. One truck for solid waste. A different one for recyclables. The department will test of the two truck system for a couple of weeks before it is fully implemented.
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Bluff Landing Study
 The Council approved a consulting contract with TSW for the Bluff Landing Recreation Area Study. As part of the NEXT Comprehensive Plan to develop nature and wildlife areas, the study will focus on the area within the Broken Arrow fence line adjoining the west bank of the Verdigris River. The various recreation opportunities were identified as a potential regional draw in the east part of Broken Arrow. The study will cost thirty thousand dollars and be paid with Capital Outlay Funds.
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Holiday Light Displays in BA
 It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Everywhere you go. And that includes right here in Broken Arrow! The city’s communications team put together a map on our website showcasing all the incredible Christmas light displays right here in Broken Arrow. With over 40 locations and counting, there is no shortage of creative people in BA when it comes to the Holiday season. Gather the family together or that special someone and take a trip through our very own community winter wonderland.
Click here to view the map
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 Supermercados Morelos Grand Opening
On December fourth, family-owned Supermercados Morelos officially opened the doors to their new Broken Arrow store, located at 81st and Aspen. Serving as Oklahoma’s largest Hispanic grocery store chain with nine locations across the map, Supermercados Morelos brings the authentic Hispanic traditions alive through the wide variety of products they have to offer. You’ll be amazed at the number of high-quality items you’ll find here. We’re thrilled that they chose Broken Arrow as their next home and we can’t wait to see them thrive in our amazing community.
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 ReStore Home Improvement Outlet
Moving down south and continuing with the revitalization of New Orleans Square, home improvement outlet, Restore, is making significant progress at their new location and is gearing up for its grand opening Friday, January seventh. Restore is a large home improvement retail outlet and donation center, offering new and recycled items for renovations and DIY projects at a fraction of retail prices. The new facility will be thirty thousand square feet and will employ 15 people. Restore stated that they are very excited to open their first Broken Arrow store and look forward to ongoing positive engagement with the Broken Arrow community.
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Ongoing through Jan. 3 — BA Ice Rink 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Rose District Plaza, 418 S. Main St. |
Dec. 21 — Meet Sensitive Santa in the Rose District 11a.m. - 1 p.m., 418 S. Main St. |
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Dec. 18 — Christmas at the Loft Holiday Market 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 202 S. Main Street |
Dec. 21 — City Council Meeting 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, 220 S First St. |
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Dec. 20-23 — Reindeer Games 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Nienhuis Park Community Center |
Dec. 22 — Holiday Diamond Painting 7 p.m. - 8 p.m., Nienhuis Park Community Center, 3201 N 9th St. |
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Dec. 20-24 — Santa's Workshop 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Central Park, 1500 South Main Street |
Dec. 24, 27, 31 — City offices closed |
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