Meeting Summary
The Broken Arrow City Council discussed upcoming presentations for the 2026 Go Bond, with a focus on project proposals for the 'Build Our Future Phase Two' initiative. They also considered the creation of a Citizen's Engagement Academy and approved the use of electronic documents and signatures. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to reviewing design concepts for the Rose District Plaza master plan.
Key Decisions & Votes
Resolution 1721 - Electronic Documents and Signatures
00:27:00The council approved a resolution to formalize the acceptance and use of electronic documents and signatures through DocuSign, a practice already in place.
Downtown Master Plan Advisory Committee Appointments
00:29:45Members were appointed to the Downtown Master Plan Advisory Committee, which will be instrumental in establishing the vision for downtown Broken Arrow. Each councilor nominated two individuals, and representatives from various organizations were also selected.
Rose District Plaza Design Concept
00:44:00The council approved Design Concept Option 1 for the Rose District Plaza master plan. This option centers the open lawn and stage area, keeps the existing splash pad, and relocates the pavilion to the north along El Paso Street, allowing for more open space for events and better visibility for large gatherings.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- December 2nd: Administration to present 2026 Go Bond project proposals to City Council.
- December 16th: Council to vote on 2026 Go Bond package for election.
- April 7th (next year): Voters to decide on the 2026 Go Bond package.
Watch For
- Further development and implementation of the Citizen's Engagement Academy.
- Public education phase for the 2026 Go Bond package.
- Detailed plans and progress on the Rose District Plaza master plan.
Announcements
- The administration will present project proposals for the 2026 Go Bond 'Build Our Future Phase Two' on December 2nd.
- The City Council will consider the 2026 Go Bond package for an April 7th election on December 16th.
- The Rose District Christmas ceremony and tree lighting was a great success with high turnout.
Agenda Summary
7A: Update on the upcoming December presentations to the City Council for the 26 Go Bond.
An update on the timeline and process for presenting the 2026 Go Bond package to the council and public, leading up to a vote for an April 7th election.
8: Citizen's opportunity to address the council.
Opportunity for citizens to speak to the council on any topic.
9A: Consideration, discussion and possible approval of the creation of a citizen's engagement Academy.
Discussion regarding the establishment of a citizen's academy similar to the Police Academy, to educate residents on city government and operations.
9B: Consideration, discussion and possible approval of an authorization to execute resolution 1721.
Formalization of the city's practice of accepting and using electronic documents and signatures.
9C: Consideration, discussion and possible appointment of members to the downtown Master Plan advisory Committee.
Appointment of members to the newly formed Downtown Master Plan Advisory Committee.
9D: Consideration, discussion and possible approval of a design concept option for the master plan for Rose District Plaza.
Review and selection of a design concept for the Rose District Plaza master plan, including expanded pavilion, open lawn, stage, and food truck areas.