The Old Timers' Day Homecoming Parade will be held on Thursday, October 9th at 6:00 PM.
Below are the maps showing the staging area for parade participants and the parade route.
Important Times to Know:
Staging begins: 4:30 PM
Street closures begin: Between 5:30 and 5:45 PM
Parade begins: 6:00 PM
Please plan ahead for traffic delays and detours in the area during this time.
We look forward to a fun and safe evening celebrating with our community!
UPDATED PARADE ROUTE! The route has been extended this year!
Old Timers' / Homecoming Parade- This Thursday, October 9th, starting at 6:00 PM!
Parade Route & Road Closures:
The parade will begin at 23rd and Market, head east to Harper, then south on Harper to 10th Street, and finally west on 10th Street to the high school.
🛑 Please note: The parade route has been extended this year to provide more space for spectators and to allow an easier exit for floats. This change accommodates the preparations for this weekend’s Highland Gathering at the pavilion area in the park.
📍 Please refer to the map below for the full parade route and road closure times. Be sure to plan ahead!
Old Timers' / Homecoming Parade- This Thursday, October 9th, starting at 6:00 PM!
Parade Route & Road Closures:
The parade will begin at 23rd and Market, head east to Harper, then south on Harper to 10th Street, and finally west on 10th Street to the high school.
🛑 Please note: The parade route has been extended this year to provide more space for spectators and to allow an easier exit for floats. This change accommodates the preparations for this weekend’s Highland Gathering at the pavilion area in the park.
📍 Please refer to the map below for the full parade route and road closure times. Be sure to plan ahead!
The Eastern Oklahoma County Medical Development Authority will meet on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 3:30pm. Agendas can be found on the City website at : https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/eastern-oklahoma-county-medical-development-authority/2025-eoc-mda-agendas/739357
The next City Council/CUA meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:00 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/2025-council%2Fcua-agendas/737643
Create Choctaw 2045 – Community Survey is LIVE!
We’re planning for the future of Choctaw, and we need your input! The Create Choctaw 2045 Comprehensive Plan will guide how our city grows over the next 20 years — and your voice matters.
Take the survey today and help shape plans for housing, transportation, land use, economic opportunity, and more!
https://us.maptionnaire.com/p/6jw34y4vtu39
The Survey is open now — don’t miss your chance to be heard!
We’re planning for the future of Choctaw, and we need your input! The Create Choctaw 2045 Comprehensive Plan will guide how our city grows over the next 20 years — and your voice matters.
Take the survey today and help shape plans for housing, transportation, land use, economic opportunity, and more!
https://us.maptionnaire.com/p/6jw34y4vtu39
The Survey is open now — don’t miss your chance to be heard!
FRAUD ALERT – IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM THE CITY OF CHOCTAW
The City of Choctaw has been made aware of fraudulent emails being sent to residents. These emails appear to come from "planning.choctawcity.org@usa.com"
and may include your name and address, along with the City’s logo, in an attempt to look official.
The emails request wire payments for various services or fees.
If you receive one of these emails:
Do not respond.
Do not click any links.
Do not send any payments.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Development Services directly at:
📞 (405) 390-2999
The City of Choctaw has been made aware of fraudulent emails being sent to residents. These emails appear to come from "planning.choctawcity.org@usa.com"
and may include your name and address, along with the City’s logo, in an attempt to look official.
The emails request wire payments for various services or fees.
If you receive one of these emails:
Do not respond.
Do not click any links.
Do not send any payments.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Development Services directly at:
📞 (405) 390-2999
Upcoming Municipal Election – November 18th
In the October newsletter, information was shared about an upcoming municipal election scheduled for November 18th. One of the items on the ballot will be a question regarding the potential sale of Optimist Park.
Optimist Park was once a popular space for families and youth sports, but its usage has significantly declined over the past few decades. The lower portion of the park—historically used for baseball, softball, and tee-ball practice—is located in a floodplain, making it marshy and unusable for long periods after heavy rainfall.
Due to these challenges and the park’s limited use, the City Council is proposing to sell Optimist Park. If approved by voters in the November 18 municipal election, proceeds from the sale would be used to fund improvements at Choctaw Creek Park and/or Ten Acre Lake Park—two parks that continue to serve the community regularly.
Residents will have the opportunity to vote on this proposal and help shape the future of our public park spaces. Stay informed and make your voice heard on November 18!
In the October newsletter, information was shared about an upcoming municipal election scheduled for November 18th. One of the items on the ballot will be a question regarding the potential sale of Optimist Park.
Optimist Park was once a popular space for families and youth sports, but its usage has significantly declined over the past few decades. The lower portion of the park—historically used for baseball, softball, and tee-ball practice—is located in a floodplain, making it marshy and unusable for long periods after heavy rainfall.
Due to these challenges and the park’s limited use, the City Council is proposing to sell Optimist Park. If approved by voters in the November 18 municipal election, proceeds from the sale would be used to fund improvements at Choctaw Creek Park and/or Ten Acre Lake Park—two parks that continue to serve the community regularly.
Residents will have the opportunity to vote on this proposal and help shape the future of our public park spaces. Stay informed and make your voice heard on November 18!
Waste Connections was unable to complete the bulk route this past Thursday. They will be back to finish the route first thing this morning.
Please refer to the map below to see the specific area they will start with. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to get everything back on track!
Please refer to the map below to see the specific area they will start with. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to get everything back on track!
The upcoming Planning Commission meeting on Thursday October 2, 2025 has been canceled due to no business. You can view all planning agendas on the City website by clicking here https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/planning-commission/2025-planning-commission-agendas/737649
The Choctaw Economic Development Authority will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 4:30 pm. Agendas can be found on the City website at: https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/choctaw-economic-development-authority-(ceda)/2025-ceda-agendas/737647
🚰 Water Line Repair on Harper Rd 🚧
Water service will be temporarily turned off to the Post Office and nearby duplexes on Harper Rd for a small repair.
⏱️ Estimated outage: 1–2 hours
Thank you for your patience while we complete this repair!
Water service will be temporarily turned off to the Post Office and nearby duplexes on Harper Rd for a small repair.
⏱️ Estimated outage: 1–2 hours
Thank you for your patience while we complete this repair!
NOTICE:
The emergency after-hours number 405-520-8911 is currently not working.
If you have an after-hours emergency, please call 405-520-8912.
The emergency after-hours number 405-520-8911 is currently not working.
If you have an after-hours emergency, please call 405-520-8912.
The September 24, 2025 Choctaw Economic Development Authority meeting has been cancelled. View the PDF here of the cancellation: https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/choctaw-economic-development-authority-(ceda)/2025-ceda-agendas/737647
Introducing Choctaw Beautiful!
The City of Choctaw is proud to launch Choctaw Beautiful, a volunteer program dedicated to keeping our city welcoming and well cared for.
For more information and ways to get involved, visit our webpage: https://www.mychoctaw.org/page/volunteering
The City of Choctaw is proud to launch Choctaw Beautiful, a volunteer program dedicated to keeping our city welcoming and well cared for.
For more information and ways to get involved, visit our webpage: https://www.mychoctaw.org/page/volunteering
There is a waterline break in the Indian Meridian and Silver Chase area, causing water to run down 10th Street. Repairs are expected to take approximately 6 hours. Residents in the affected area may experience service disruptions.
Today, Lane Ross Blvd was dedicated in honor of a remarkable woman who devoted her life to education and gave so much to our community. Family and friends gathered to celebrate her legacy and the lasting impact she made on the City of Choctaw.
📢 Road Closure Notice
Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 16th, county crews will be working on Choctaw Road between 15th and 29th. Work will begin after the school bus routes are complete. Once work begins, the road will be closed for approximately 4–5 hours. Please plan ahead and use alternate routes during this time.
Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 16th, county crews will be working on Choctaw Road between 15th and 29th. Work will begin after the school bus routes are complete. Once work begins, the road will be closed for approximately 4–5 hours. Please plan ahead and use alternate routes during this time.
The next City Council/CUA meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:00 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/2025-council%2Fcua-agendas/737643
Comprehensive Plan Community Open House-Rescheduled
The Tuesday, September 9, 2025 Public Recreation Advisory Board meeting has been canceled. The board will meet on Monday, September 15, 2025 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/2025-public-recreation-advisory-board-agendas/737651