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We Need Your Input! Public Input for Recreational Trails Program Grant When: Tuesday, December 10th, at 7:00 PM Where: City Hall Join us during the Park Improvement Updates at the upcoming Recreation Advisory Board meeting to discuss applying for a grant from the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department’s Recreational Trails Program. Purpose: Extend the walking trail at 10 Acre Lake Park into Bouse Park. Why Your Input Matters: Public comments collected during the meeting will be included in the grant proposal, as required. We value your feedback and hope to see you there!

The Choctaw Economic Development Authority meeting will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:30 pm. View the PDF here: https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/choctaw-economic-development-authority-(ceda)/2024-ceda-agendas/575549

The next Public Recreation Advisory Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 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/2024-public-recreation-advisory-board-agendas/562516

🚧 Update: Choctaw Road Railroad Crossing Repair Delayed 🚧 The Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad has notified the City that the materials needed to repair the surface and rail at the Choctaw Road crossing will not be available until after the new year. As a result, this project has been delayed. When the project is rescheduled, we will provide advance notice so you can plan alternative routes. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

🌟 A Big Thank You to Lowe's! 🌟 Thanks to Lowe's, visitors to our Christmas Market—and all our fall and winter events—can stay warm and cozy! Lowe's has generously sponsored four patio heaters for the City’s special events. ❄️🔥 We’re grateful for their support in making our community gatherings even more comfortable this season. Come out, enjoy the festivities, and warm up with us!

🚧 Notice: Choctaw Road Closure 🚧 Choctaw Road will be closed at the railroad tracks starting at 7:00 AM on December 11th and will remain closed through Friday, December 13th. This closure is necessary for the Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad crew to repair the surface and rail at the crossing. Please plan your travel accordingly and use alternate routes during this period. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

A glimpse into Choctaw's past! The Old Choctaw Water Tower decorated for Christmas!

🎄 The Christmas Market at Choctaw Creek Park! 🎄 Bring the whole family on Saturday, December 14th, from 2 PM to 6 PM for an afternoon filled with festive fun in the big pavilion: 🎅 Pictures with Santa 🎭 Meet the Grinch! 🚲 Free bike raffle 🎶 Live Christmas music by Southern Sky 🍫 Hot chocolate and cider 🍔 Food trucks & vendors 🎆 Fireworks show at 6 PM! 🎇 Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable! 🎉 📍 Location: Choctaw Creek Park 2001 N Harper St, Choctaw, OK 73020 https://www.facebook.com/events/897412009002663/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

📢 Reminder: Upcoming Town Hall Meetings! 📢 Join us to learn more about the proposed penny sales tax to fund vital infrastructure improvements for water, wastewater, and roads in Choctaw. Your voice matters—come share your thoughts and ask questions! 🗓️ Town Hall Meeting Schedule: January 6th: Choctaw Road Baptist Church, 14971 E Reno Ave January 13th: EOC Tech Center, 4601 N Choctaw Rd January 20th: Fire Station #1, 14181 NE 23rd St January 27th: Griffith Meridian Elementary Gym, 1865 S. Indian Meridian ⏰ All meetings start at 6:00 PM. Learn about the $35 million needed for infrastructure improvements, including wastewater treatment, water well upgrades, and road repairs. Let's work together to build a stronger future for our community!

🎄 Thank You to Choctaw Tag Agency! 🎄 A huge thank you to Choctaw Tag Agency for being a Silver Star Sponsor of The Christmas Market at Choctaw Creek Park! Your support helps bring this festive event to life and spread holiday cheer throughout our community. 🌟 This year’s Market is set to be better than ever, thanks to the support of our generous sponsors! Join us on December 14th for a festive day filled with local vendors, holiday activities, and community cheer. Choctaw Tag Agency’s support helps make this magical event possible!

Public Input for Recreational Trails Program Grant Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Date- Tuesday, December 10th Time- 7:00 PM Location- City Hall Join us during the Park Improvement Updates at the upcoming Public Recreation Advisory Board meeting. We will discuss applying for a grant from the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department’s Recreational Trails Program, which aims to extend the walking trail at 10 Acre Lake Park into Bouse Park. Your input is valuable! Public comments will be collected during the meeting and included in the grant proposal, as required.

The next City Council/CUA meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 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/2024-council%2Fcua-agendas/560467

Community Partner Update The Eastern Oklahoma County Resource Center (EOCRC) is collecting new, unwrapped toys to bring hope and joy to local families struggling this holiday season. How You Can Help: Donate a new, unwrapped toy by Sunday, December 1st! Your gift could be the reason a child smiles on Christmas morning. Drop-off Locations: 📍 Bethel Church Choctaw 📍 Choctaw Church of the Nazarene 📍 Choctaw Road Baptist Church 📍 Choctaw Police Department 📍 Choctaw United Methodist Church 📍 Grace Church 📍 The Study Hub 📍 EOCRC building 💻 Can't shop for a toy? Make a tax-deductible donation at eocrc.org/donate Together, we can bring hope and joy to those who need it most. Let’s show our community the power of love and generosity this holiday season! ❤️

🎉 Activities at the Senior Center Next Week! 🎉 Join us for a week of fun, food, and fitness at the Choctaw Senior Center! 📍 14653 Dean Street 🗓️ December 3rd (Tuesday) - 1:00 PM 🍽️ Dinner & A Movie: It's a Wonderful Life 🎥 🗓️ December 4th (Wednesday) - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 🎶 Singo Bingo: Music and Bingo combined for double the fun! 🎵 🗓️ December 5th (Thursday) - 1:00 PM 🥁 Cardio Drumming: Get active with a fun drumming workout! 💪 📝 Call Lorna to Register! ☎️ (405) 390-8040 Don't miss out—come connect, stay active, and have a great time with friends! 💛

The next Planning Commission meeting will be held Thursday, December 5th at City Hall at 6pm . Agendas can be found on the City website https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/planning-commission/2024-agendas/562072

Thanksgiving Turkey Reminders! 🦃 Your turkeys should already be thawing in the fridge! Check out this infographic for important Turkey Fryer Fire Safety tips. Stay safe this Thanksgiving!

The City of Choctaw offices will be closed on November 28th and 29th for the Thanksgiving holiday.

🌟🏆 Choctaw Wins 1st Place in the Communities Primed for a Change category! 🏆🌟 On Friday, November 22nd, the City of Choctaw was honored at the Environmental Excellence Celebration, held at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. We proudly received the 1st place award ($1000) for the Communities Primed for a Change category as part of the Paint Oklahoma Beautiful Grant! In just 30 days, our incredible team completed painting projects at: City Hall The Police Department and PD Garage Development Services Building Senior Center A special shout-out to staff members Jerry Hand and Colbert Gordon! Not only did they paint all the buildings, but they also took the time to repair parts of the Senior Center before painting, showing their dedication and care for our community. Thank you to everyone involved for making Choctaw beautiful and vibrant! 💚👏 #PaintOklahomaBeautiful #ChoctawPride #EnvironmentalExcellence

🎄✨ The Christmas Market at Choctaw Creek Park is Almost Here! ✨🎄 📅 Date: Saturday, December 14th 🕒 Time: 2 PM - 6 PM Get ready for a festive day full of holiday cheer! We're thrilled to have nearly 70 amazing vendors, fun kids' activities, and special surprises: 🎨 Crafting with Cops: Kids can create their own ornaments to take home! 🎅🤶 Special Guests: Santa and the Grinch will be there for photos and fun! 💌 Letters to Mrs. Claus & the Elves: Since they can't make it, kids can write them a special note to wish them a Merry Christmas! 🍔☕ Delicious Food & Drinks: Treat yourself to some tasty holiday goodies! 🎆 Fireworks Finale: We'll end the evening with a spectacular fireworks show! Join us for a magical day at Choctaw Creek Park. We can't wait to see you there! 🎅🎇 https://www.facebook.com/events/897412009002663

This morning, we experienced an outage affecting our internet and phone services at City Hall. While the internet is now back up and running, our phone lines are still down. Cox is actively working to resolve the issue. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your patience.