Meeting Summary
The Broken Arrow City Council approved several significant construction projects, including the widening of Houston Street in two sections and an expansion and renovation of the Justice Center jail. Updates were also provided on the 2026 General Obligation bond package, with a formal presentation to the council scheduled for December 2nd.
Key Decisions & Votes
Houston Street Widening (23rd Street to Old Highway 51)
09:00Authorization to award the lowest responsible bidder to Tristar Construction for the widening of Houston Street from 23rd Street to Old Highway 51, including roadway widening and water line work.
Houston Street Widening (Aspen to Olive)
14:50Authorization to award the lowest responsible bidder to Beco Contractors for the widening of Houston Street from Aspen to Olive, creating a five-lane section.
Justice Center Jail Expansion and Renovation
20:00Authorization to accept the guaranteed maximum price from Myers Cherry Construction for the jail project, including an expansion to add 10 beds, kitchen upgrades, and security enhancements, with consideration for roofing and flooring alternates.
BAZ 2310-2025 Rezoning
29:00Approval of BAZ 2310-2025 to rezone approximately 7.5 acres from CG commercial general to CH commercial heavy for a proposed commercial development at the southwest corner of Kenosha and Oneta Road, subject to platting.
Financial Matters
Houston Street Widening (23rd Street to Old Highway 51)
Project cost for roadway widening and water line work, funded by 2018 bond projects.
Justice Center Jail Expansion and Renovation
Guaranteed maximum price for the jail project, including base bid and two alternates (roofing and flooring), with a budget amendment to cover potential roofing costs.
Public Comments
One resident spoke during the public comment period for BAZ 2310-2025, raising concerns about drainage, screening, and lighting related to the proposed commercial development.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Formal presentation of the 2026 General Obligation bond package on December 2nd
- Council action on the 2026 General Obligation bond package on December 16th
- Legislation for the 2026 General Obligation bond election on January 6th
Announcements
- Update on the 2026 General Obligation bond package, including public forum results and administration's proposed recommendation.
- Upcoming road projects: County Line (Albany to Omaha) in January, Tucson and Aspen Street intersection, Washington and Lynn Lane intersection.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items.
Update on the 2026 General Obligation package
Presentation of results from public forums and the administration's proposed recommendation for the bond package.
Citizens opportunity to address council
Opportunity for citizens to speak on any topic.
9A: Authorization to award the lowest responsible bidder to Tristar Construction
For the Houston Street project from 23rd Street to Old Highway 51.
9B: Authorization to award to the lowest responsible bidder, Beco contractors
A construction contract for Houston Street widening from Aspen to Olive.
9C: Authorization to accept the guaranteed maximum price from Myers Cherry Construction
For the Justice Center jail project, including expansion and renovation.
9D: Consideration, discussion and possible approval of BAZ 2310-2025
Request to rezone approximately 7.5 acres from CG commercial general to CH commercial heavy for a proposed commercial development at the southwest corner of Kenosha and Oneta Road.