WATER OUTAGE UPDATE: The City of Choctaw has restored water to its customers. Crews were able to identify a major break in a 12-inch line just north of NE 10th Street located on the west side of Indian Meridian. If you continue to experience a water outage or very low water pressure, please contact our afterhours emergency staff at (405) 520-8912 or (405) 520-8911.
Thank you for your patience.
Brian Linley - Choctaw City Manager
The City of Choctaw Development Services staff want to hear from Choctaw residents!
Staff is working on updating the zoning codes and animal regulations, specifically regarding the definition of a Kennel, to better reflect and protect our community. The survey, found in the below link, is estimated to take two (2) minutes and will help city staff gather pertinent information about our residents and draft code updates accordingly. Staff will review submissions and make recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council based upon survey results and the practices of surrounding cities.
For those who do not have access to social media, a survey will be sent out in the May newsletter and can be dropped off in the utility billing Dropbox or in person in the Development Services Department. Surveys are also available for residents at City Hall. The survey will close May 12th, 2023 at 11:45 pm and no further responses will be accepted.
A Public Hearing will be held by the Planning Commission and City Council once staff has concluded their findings. The date for the Public Hearing will be published in the Choctaw Times.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VGYKNXJ
The current definition of Kennel is located in Part 4, Animal Regulations, Section 4-101(K) and states the following: “Kennel” means any premise where there is being maintained or harbored a total of four (4) or more dogs, except veterinary hospitals. You can view the full text of Part 4 at the following:
https://www.mychoctaw.org/page/choctaw-code-of-ordinance
Crews have located and isolated the water main break. Water service is expected to be restored by late afternoon. If you need immediate assistance relating to the water outage please call the Choctaw Fire Department at 405.390.8300.
The City of Choctaw Development Services staff want to hear from Choctaw residents! Staff is working on updating the zoning codes and animal regulations, specifically regarding the definition of a Kennel, to better reflect and protect our community. The survey, found in the below link, is estimated to take two (2) minutes and will help city staff gather pertinent information about our residents and draft code updates accordingly. Staff will review submissions and make recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council based upon survey results and the practices of surrounding cities. For those who do not have access to social media, a survey will be sent out in the May newsletter and can be dropped off in the utility billing Dropbox or in person in the Development Services Department. Surveys are also available for residents at City Hall. The survey will close May 12th, 2023 at 11:45 pm and no further responses will be accepted.
A Public Hearing will be held by the Planning Commission and City Council once staff has concluded their findings. The date for the Public Hearing will be published in the Choctaw Times.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VGYKNXJ
The City of Choctaw continues to work diligently to identify the location and cause for the disruption of service to water utility customers. This outage is affecting most of the city of Choctaw. Crews will continue to work through the night until water service is restored. Customers may experience intermittent service during the repairs.
We are currently inspecting each water well and ask that citizens refrain from large water usages in areas with low pressure, so we can identify and focus our inspection in those areas.
We ask citizens to call our after-hours emergency line at 405-520-8912 or 405-520-8911 to report any visible major water leaks or pooled water that might facilitate our search. Please do not call this number to report water outage or to ask for a status update as this will impede our water crew from continuing their inspections.
Updates on the repair status will be posted to our City of Choctaw App, our Facebook page and website at mychoctaw.org. The City of Choctaw takes this interruption in service very seriously and will not rest until we have resolved the issue and restored service to our customers.
Please keep in mind, once service is restored, pressure will continue to be lower than normal.
Citizens are encouraged to limit water usage until such time as water pressure is restored.
Respectfully,
Brian E. Linley
Crews are continuing to look for the water main break that is impacting most of the city. If you have seen water flowing or collecting anywhere, please contact City Hall at 405-390-8198 with the location. We will continue to update here as more information comes in and once we have a estimated repair time. As of now, we do not know how much longer the outage will be. Please share to help us get the word out.
There is a water main break that is impacting most of the City. We are working to locate the location of the break to initiate repairs. Water may be off or low pressure for 4-6 hours depending on the size of the break.
The next Eastern Oklahoma County Medical Development Authority meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 2:00 pm at City Hall. Agendas can be found on the City website at https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/eastern-oklahoma-county-medical-development-authority/2023/409836
Arbor Day event
Join us Friday, May 5th at 10am at Choctaw Creek Park, located at 2001 Harper Rd, as we celebrate Arbor day with a program dedicated to the importance of trees. We will honor people in our community with a tree dedication to Christel “Mama” Turek and a citation honoring Eagle Scout Parker Mathis for his contribution to Choctaw Creek Park. Celebrate the importance of stewardship and community with us and enjoy the festivities in the natural beauty of our Park.
Join us Saturday, April 8th at Choctaw Creek Park, 2001 Harper Rd for our Easter Event starting at 10am.
- In addition to the egg hunt and other activities, we will have three delicious food trucks, Lolli & Pops Funnel Cakes, Afonso’s Smoked BBQ and Positive Vibez Drinkz On The Go.
- After a tasty treat, visit one of our other vendors: Mom & Son’s Bakery, Daughty’s Delights, BB’s Fashion Design, Sara’s Craftin, Katherine’s Design Studio, and Midnight Beauty Soap Co. for craft items and baked goods to take home.
- We will be out at the park from 10am to 1pm, so come by and see all that we have to offer!
The next Public Recreation Advisory Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 7:00 pm at City Hall. Agendas can be found on the City website at https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/public-recreation-advisory-board/2023/409946
Your Water Usage, Online!
The City is currently in the process of upgrading our infrastructure by replacing our water meters with new Smart meters. These new meters transmit readings daily and provide a more detailed picture of water usage and possible leak issues. In addition to being able to pinpoint when a leak started, these new meters can show how much water is used in household use and irrigation. As we work to install these meters across the City, we will be reaching out to account holders as their meters are installed to give them the log-in information they will need to access their readings online. For more information please contact Utility Billing at 405-390-8198.
Spring is right around the corner! Development Services is partnering with Midwest City and will be hosting the free annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Saturday, May 13th from 8am-12pm at the large pavilion in Choctaw Creek Park. Only 70 spots are available, we are unable to accept walk-ins during the event, so pre-register now! https://www.mychoctaw.org/page/hazardous-waste-disposal
Easter Basket Decorating Contest
The next Planning Commission meeting will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 6:00 pm at City Hall. Agendas can be found on the City website at https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/planning-commission/2023/409861.
Water crews are working a repair around 5th & Seikel today; the water will be off 4-5 hours. Thank you in advance for your patience!
The next general municipal election is scheduled for April 4, 2023 and will include the opportunity for registered voters to decide on upcoming office vacancies as well as a proposed Charter change. The proposed Charter change will allow for increased density in dwelling units for approved developments within the Central Business District within the boundaries defined as: North Boundary N.E. 36th Street, South Boundary N.E. 23rd Street, West Boundary N. Henney Road and East Boundary N. Choctaw Road. Upon approval of the City Council, this will allow developers to act on the Downtown Master Plan for development within this boundary of more than eight units per acre. Also the following offices will be decided: Councilmember for Ward 1, Ward 3, Ward 5, and Mayor. You may view a Ward Map on the city website and find links to the Oklahoma County Election Board website for applications and more information.
The next Choctaw City Council/CUA meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 6:30 pm at City Hall. Agendas can be found on the City website at https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/city-council---choctaw-utilities-authority/2023/409829
SPRING STORM WATER QUALITY TIPS - If you apply too many lawn fertilizers or pesticides, especially before a heavy rain storm, a lot of it may be washed into nearby storm drains and then our waterways and water bodies without treatment.
Fertilizers promote growth and decay of algae that use up oxygen in the water, fish need oxygen to survive. Pesticides in stormwater runoff directly affect the health of aquatic organisms and human health if ingested. Sweep excess fertilizers off of pavement and concrete so they can’t wash in to our streams and rivers and use pesticides at the amount recommended by the manufacturer.
Mayor Ross presented Peyton Hand with a proclamation at the regular Council meeting on March 21, 2023. Peyton Hand has performed for 4 years on the Choctaw Wrestling team and has gone undefeated her senior year. Peyton has established herself as one of the pioneers in girls wrestling in Oklahoma and is a Valedictorian!! Congratulations Peyton for all your accomplishments. We wish you the best in your bright future!!
