Best Mayor Debra Wimpee Podcasts (2024)

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City Council Rewind - 6/17/24 7:09

25d ago7:09

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Nearly 100 items lined the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on June 17th. Broken Arrow Mayor Debra Wimpee talks about the fireworks ordinance update, the upcoming fiscal year budget, the Odor Control Unit, and the Shops at Aspen Creek.…

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BA Happening - Recruitment & Development 18:12

1M ago18:12

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Introducing BA Happening, your new favorite podcast with our Tourism and Economic Development team! Have you ever wondered what attracts new businesses to Broken Arrow? Want to hear the stories behind the places you love to visit? Think of BA Happening as your all-inclusive backstage pass to all things tourism and economic development. Join us as w…

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The Vibe Broken Arrow - Block Party 14:03

1M ago14:03

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This month's episode is all about the vibrant New Orleans Square Block Party! Get all the details, including who will perform at this exciting June 27-29 event. Communications Director Aaron McColloch discusses this spectacular event with Vice Mayor Christi Gillespie, Councilor Justin Green, and Water's Edge Winery owner Brian Dean.…

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City Council Rewind - 06/03/24 5:01

1M ago5:01

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There were more than 40 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on June 3, 2024. Here is a recap highlighting some of the actions taken by the governing bodies on Monday night.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 05/21/24 6:40

2M ago6:40

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City Council Rewind: New fire station, fireworks, Events Park and Broken Arrow City Councilor Lisa Ford talks about the plans for a new fire station in north BA, potential changes to the city's fireworks ordinance, and an update on the public infrastructure improvements coming soon to Events Park as part of the amphitheater project. This is City Co…

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City Council Rewind - 05/07/24 10:51

2M ago10:51

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Purchase of the Grain Elevator, Roadway improvements in East BA, and widening of 37th between Kenosha and Albany streets were among the 70 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on May 7, 2024.By City of Broken Arrow

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ONE BA - BA Good Neighbor 4:07

2M ago4:07

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We had the opportunity to talk with the Broken Arrow Police Department Public Relations Unit about One BA coming up on May 11. ONE BA is a one-day event dedicated to community service, where we unite to undertake meaningful projects throughout the city. The goal is to create lasting, positive change that resonates deeply within our community.🤝…

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City Council Rewind - 04/16/24 9:11

3M ago9:11

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Community survey results, a new elevated water tower in south BA, and resurfacing 23rd Street were among the 40 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on April 16, 2024.By City of Broken Arrow

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In the News - March 2024 3:55

3M ago3:55

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From the lively Rose District Farmers Market to the vibrant New Orleans Square Block Party, we're diving into the pulse of our community. Plus, hear more about Broken Arrow's new public transportation option.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 04/2/24 5:01

3M ago5:01

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Street Rehabilitation coming to the Rose District, an Update on ScotFest, and Right of Way Beautifications were among the 40 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on April 2, 2024.By City of Broken Arrow

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BA Vibe Trash Bash April 2024 11:35

4M ago11:35

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Start gathering those hard-to-recycle items because the Trash Bash and Recycling Rally is almost here! Recycling Outreach Coordinator Galea Albano dives into the event and talks more about what to expect on April 20.By City of Broken Arrow

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BA Good Neighbor - March 2024 4:04

4M ago4:04

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By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 03/19/24 5:27

4M ago5:27

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An application for a Community Block Grant was approved, designs for rugby fields at the new Highland Park, and an update on Aspen Ridge in the south part of the city were among the 50 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on March 19, 2024.…

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City Council Rewind - 03/05/24 6:08

4M ago6:08

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Amendment to the City’s agreement with the Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority, Sunset at Broken Arrow Amphitheater site plan approved, and the City agreed to sell 15.01 acres of land to Sunset at Broken Arrow, LLC for $577,314.62. Those are just a few of the items from the March 5 meetings. Learn more by watching City Council Rewind.…

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Micro-Transit - February 2024 12:21

5M ago12:21

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Discover the future of public transportation in Broken Arrow! Listen in as we explore the micro-transit pilot program that is expected to launch on March 18.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 02/20/24 7:14

5M ago7:14

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A consultant hired to help with bond project cost estimates, updates to the noise ordinance, and Councilors are headed to Washington, D.C. next month.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind: Signal pole painting, animal ordinance, housing study 5:38

5M ago5:38

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More intersections in Broken Arrow have been added to the traffic signal pole painting improvements project. The dog and cat license fee has been removed from city ordinance. Council received the preliminary report of the Housing and Demographic Study.By City of Broken Arrow

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Sunset Amphitheater - January 2024 1:09:37

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Residents living near the future site of the Sunset in Broken Arrow Amphitheater had an opportunity to learn more about the project and ask questions at a Town Hall meeting on Jan. 9 at Northeastern State University-Broken Arrow.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind: TIF District, city finances, more development in south BA 9:14

6M ago9:14

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The creation of TIF District No. 5 for the Sunset Amphitheater has been approved, the relaunch of the financial transparency portal, and a new development agreement for south Broken Arrow were just a few of the many items on the agendas of the City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on Jan. 16, 2024.…

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City Council Rewind - 01/02/2024 5:12

6M ago5:12

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By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 12/19/23 5:47

7M ago5:47

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By City of Broken Arrow

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State of the City 2023 1:25:00

7M ago1:25:00

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City Manager Michael Spurgeon presents his 9th State of the City address with the City Council to the Broken Arrow Chamber membership and community.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind: Taser purchase approval and panhandling ordinance 8:19

7M ago8:19

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Broken Arrow City Councilor Lisa Ford reflects on the meetings held on Tuesday, December 5th and discusses the Council's decision to approve a $332,000 purchase of new police tasers and the decision to take no action on a preview ordinance to consider requiring panhandlers to obtain a permit.By City of Broken Arrow

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Grand River Water Supply Study - November 2023 43:45

8M ago43:45

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Assistant City Manager of Operations Kenneth Schwab talks more about the Grand River Water Study that was authorized and approved by the Broken Arrow Municipal Authority. This study investigated the 36-inch waterline that stretches more than 21 miles from the Oklahoma Ordnance Works Authority (OOWA) in Mayes County to the Verdigris River Water Trea…

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City Council Rewind - 11/21/23 4:50

8M ago4:50

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By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - Nov. 7, 2023 8:05

8M ago8:05

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City Councilor Justin Green discussed The Grand River Water Supply Study and several road widening projects that highlighted the nearly 75 items on the agendas of Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on November 7, 2023.By City of Broken Arrow

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Notes Live at Events Park - October 2023 52:29

9M ago52:29

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Check out this month's episode of The Vibe Broken Arrow as we explore a large-scale outdoor entertainment venue to the city’s southeast side. The public/private partnership includes a 12,500-seat capacity outdoor amphitheater for live, major musical acts on 13 acres near Events Park.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 10/17/23 8:42

9M ago8:42

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Vice Mayor Christi Gillespie discussed the approval of selling $35 million in General Obligation Bonds, Series-2023, during the Oct. 17th meeting to fund various infrastructure projects that will enhance the city.By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 10/03/23 8:55

10M ago8:55

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City Manager Michael Spurgeon and Councilor Johnnie Parks discuss the authorized economic development agreement between the City of Broken Arrow and Sunset at Broken Arrow, LLC, to bring a large-scale outdoor entertainment venue to the city’s southeast side. The public/private partnership includes a 12,500-seat capacity outdoor amphitheater for liv…

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Solid Waste & Recycling - September 2023 58:10

10M ago58:10

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Get ready to be inspired and informed in this month's episode of The Vibe Broken Arrow as we explore the fascinating world of solid waste and recycling. We dive deep into this topic with Solid Waste and Recycling Director Jerry Schuber. Discover the challenges and opportunities in waste reduction, recycling programs, and the importance of responsib…

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City Council Rewind - 09/19/23 7:49

10M ago7:49

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Discussions about license plate reader cameras, the next series of 2018 GO Bond projects, the upcoming 2026 General Obligation Bond, and the consideration of creating a tax increment finance district highlighted the nearly 50 items on the agendas of Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on Septe…

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Aspen Landing Study - August 2023 33:17

11M ago33:17

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A University of Oklahoma study found broad potential in developing more than 230 acres of underutilized riverfront property in south Broken Arrow known as Aspen Landing. The Broken Arrow City Council unanimously approved the study that explored ways to improve the Indian Springs Sports Complex and the surrounding area at a special meeting on Aug. 1…

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City Council Rewind - 08/15/23 6:08

11M ago6:08

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By City of Broken Arrow

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City Council Rewind - 07/31/23 6:50

12M ago6:50

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Rewinding the City Council, BAMA, BAEDA meetings on July 31, 2023 From a new community garden master plan to an economic development incentive policy, the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority reviewed nearly 60 items on the agendas of the meetings on July 31, 2023.…

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Fueling Economic Growth - July 2023 58:00

12M ago58:00

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In this month's episode, City Manager Michael Spurgeon and Economic Development Manager Jennifer Rush dive deeper into the creation of Adams Creek Town Center. This groundbreaking 200,000-square-foot retail concept is coming soon to Broken Arrow near Hillside Drive and County Line Road. Discover how the City Council's creation of Tax Increment Fina…

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City Council Rewind - 07/17/23 8:36

12M ago8:36

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Rewinding the City Council, BAMA, BAEDA meetings on July 17, 2023 More than 60 items were on the agendas for the meetings of the Broken Arrow City Council, Broken Arrow Municipal Authority, and the Broken Arrow Economic Development Authority on Monday, July 17, 2023.By City of Broken Arrow

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Revitalization of New Orleans Square - June 2023 57:44

1y ago57:44

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The revitalization of New Orleans Square continues as the improvements project at New Orleans Square comes to end. Mayor Debra Wimpee and City Manager Michael Spurgeon look back at how this part of south Broken Arrow was the place to be, and about what's ahead to once again make New Orleans Square a destination in the community. Also, check out wha…

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