City amends existing code to include Food Trucks with certain requirements
Recently, the City Council considered and approved amendments to existing code, Peddlers and Solicitors, Article III, Foodstuffs, by taking Section 32-60 out of reserve and entitling it “Food Trucks,...
View ArticlePlans are underway for the 2015 Veterans Day Parade
Dear Parade Participant, The City of Midwest City and the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce would like to send a friendly reminder of the Veterans Day Parade as we salute and honor the men and women...
View ArticleReno Swim and Slide to host annual Doggy Paddle event
The Midwest City Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting its annual Doggy Paddle on Monday, September 7, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Reno Swim and Slide. This event is designated for dog...
View ArticleMidwest City Fire Department plans reorganization
Citing a need for the Midwest City Fire Department to create a plan for a more sustainable financial future while continuing to provide residents the quality of service they expect and deserve, Fire...
View ArticleSign up for Class 36 of the MWC Citizen's Police Academy
Registration has begun for the upcoming Class 36 of the MWC Citizen's Police Academy. Classes begin Sept. 3. Click here for registration form.
View ArticleBoys & Girls Club of OK County to begin after school program at Tel Star...
Utilizing a $75,000 grant from the Midwest City Hospital Authority Board of Grantors and funding of $75,000 from the city of Midwest City, the Boys & Girls Club of OK County will begin a new after...
View ArticleODOT announces road work to begin on Air Depot and S.E. 29th ST intersection
A $2.6 million intersection reconstruction project is scheduled to start Monday at S.E. 29th St. and Air Depot Blvd. in Midwest City, however, drivers will start to see impacts to traffic this week....
View ArticleCity installing the HAWK beacon – a new type of pedestrian cross walk light
The city of Midwest City is installing two HAWK beacons (High-Intensity Activated crosswalk) traffic control devices used to stop road traffic and allow pedestrians to cross safely. The purpose of a...
View ArticleCity Officials decide to leave Fire Department Station 6 open for the current...
City officials have announced the decision to leave Fire Department Station 6, located at 8750 S.E. 15th ST, open at this time. “In the past two weeks, Chief Bert Norton, Assistant City Manager Tim...
View ArticleMidwest City Memorial Hospital Authority announces start of grant process
The Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority (MCMHA), a public trust, has announced the start of the 2015-2016 grant process for community projects that are designed to effectively address the diverse...
View ArticleMidwest City to host 29th annual Renaissance Run
The 29th Annual Renaissance Run is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2015 in Midwest City. The 5K run and walk begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Nick Harroz Community Center, winds through the scenic...
View ArticlePhase II of North Oaks Addition revitalization underway
Phase II of the North Oaks Addition revitalization is nearing completion with the acquisition of seven homes and the construction of a culdesac at Reno Ave. and Kathleen. The construction will also...
View ArticleMidwest City presenting new holiday event, Storyland Christmas
Christmas is already in the air in Midwest City, as the City prepares to present its new holiday event, Storyland Christmas. The family-friendly event will be held December 3 – 20 in the Charles J...
View ArticleCity sales tax collection comparison FY 2004-05 and FY 2014-15
Sales tax revenue drives the economy in Midwest City. When we shop and spend our money here, the city is allowed to collect 3.85% of the total sales tax, which is 8.35%. The remaining 4.5% goes to...
View ArticleOpen letter to citizens from MWC Fire Chief
To the citizens of Midwest City and specifically those who live in the area of Fire Station 1, 8201 E. Reno Ave, There is a sign posted across the street from Fire Station 1 and City Hall. It sits on...
View ArticleMidwest City wins award for Outstanding Community Initiative program
The City of Midwest City has just learned that they are the recipient of the Outstanding Community Initiative award, from the Oklahoma Chapter of the American Planning Association (OK-APA). The award...
View ArticleEconomic Development is critical component to moving Midwest City forward
Economic development is but one critical component that keeps a community moving forward. It drives new business, helps retain and expand existing businesses, creates quality jobs and yields positive...
View ArticleLetter to citizens from City regarding MWC Firefighter and Police billboard
September 24, 2015 Citizens and Business Owners of Midwest City, By now some of you have seen the billboard on S.E. 15th Street and Ocama that accuses Mayor Jay Dee Collins, a retired 30-year veteran...
View ArticleNo Tricks, Just Treats at Trick or Treat City!
Midwest City Parks and Recreation will be hosting the 37th annual Midwest “Trick or Treat” City on Saturday, October 31st from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park. This will be a...
View ArticleMayor and City Manager respond to unions vote of no-confidence
This past week, both the Midwest City Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the Local International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) took a vote of no-confidence against the Mayor and City Manager....
View ArticleCommunity and Midwest City Police Department forum set
The Martin Luther King Prayer Breakfast committee and Midwest City Chief of Police, Brandon Clabes are hosting a public forum, entitled Bridging the Gap, on Saturday, November 7. The forum will take...
View ArticleHalloween safety tips
With Halloween this Saturday, the Emergency Management Department wants to share a few safety tips for you and your gobblins to remember.
View ArticleMidwest City Fire Department announces hiring of 3 new firefighter recruits
The Midwest City Fire Department announces the hiring of 3 new firefighter recruits, who will report to duty onMonday, November 2.The successful candidates were selected by multiple interview...
View ArticleCity response to FOP and IAFF vote of no confidence against Mayor and City...
The following information is the City response to the local Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) unions vote of no confidence against Mayor Dee...
View Article2016 City Council elections set
Non-partisan municipal elections are set for city wards 2, 4, and 6 are set for February 9, 2016. Any person interested in becoming a councilor representing these wards must have been a resident at...
View ArticlePlease remember to Shop Midwest City for the holidays
With national retailers already promoting holiday promotions, people are surely beginning to think about holiday shopping in Midwest City. As a resident of Midwest City, we would like to ask you to...
View ArticleEnjoy a few scenes from today's Veterans Day Parade
The World War II Warbirds flyover TAFB Color Guard presenting the colors Carl Albert High School Marching Band Tinker Federal Credit Union float
View ArticleCity announces holiday sanitation collection schedule changes
The following information represents sanitation and curbside recycling schedule changes for the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day collection: If your sanitation and curbside recycling is...
View ArticleNotice to citizens regarding pick-up of ice storm tree debris
If your property sustained tree limb damage from Saturday's ice storm and you wish to have the debris picked up at your curbside by the City at no cost, you may call 739-1030 no later than Monday,...
View ArticleEvent times for and glimpses of Storyland Christmas
Storyland Christmas, Midwest City's newest family Christmas event, opened last night. We have attached a few photos for your enjoyment. The following represents the ongoing schedule each week through...
View ArticleNightline Run set for Saturday, December 12
Midwest City is proud to celebrate the 10th annual Nightlight Run this year! The run offers a memorable experience that keeps people coming back for more. The 5K is open to running enthusiasts and...
View ArticleCity preparing for ice storm tree debris pick-up
City crews are preparing to begin the pick-up process of ice storm tree limb debris over the next several days. Those citizens that met the Monday, December 7 deadline to contact the City about ice...
View ArticleMWC Police Department seeking applicants for Citizens Advisory Board
The MWC Police Department is seeking interested citizens to serve on a newly formed Citizens Advisory Board. The board will meet with representatives from the department throughout the year to...
View ArticleHoliday sanitation and recycling collection day changes
If your sanitation and recycling is normally collected on Friday, the weeks of Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, it will be collected on Wednesday, Dec. 23 and Dec. 30. The Transfer Station will be closed on both...
View ArticleHospital Authority votes to support economic development project at Sooner...
During a recent special meeting of the Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority (the Authority), the trustees approved entering into an economic development contract on behalf of the Authority with Sooner...
View ArticleWinter weather and flooding safety awareness tips
Safety and Preparedness Tips It’s important for all residents and visitors in flood-prone and low-lying areas to monitor local radio or television stations for updated emergency information and follow...
View ArticleAnnual Daddy-Daughter Dance set
The Daddy Daughter Dance is an annual gala celebration for daddies and daughters ages 3 to 14, offering a unique experience that creates special memories for years to come. Dads are typically dressed...
View ArticleMWC Police Department honors officers
Last week, the MWC Police Department held a special pinning ceremony for five new officers, along with honoring three officers who were promoted and four officers who are retiring from the force. The...
View ArticleCity creates advisory committee to direct redevelopment efforts of Original Mile
In an effort to take the next steps necessary for the successful redevelopment of the Original Mile (OM) project, the City has created an advisory committee to assist with strategic planning and...
View ArticleMWC Fire Department names new Assistant Fire Chief
Department preparing to hire additional firefighter The MWC Fire Department recently named Tony Lopez as Assistant Fire Chief. Lopez has been a member of the local department since 1990 and previously...
View ArticleMemorial Hospital Authority Board of Grantors makes grant recommendations to...
The Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority (MCMHA) Board of Grantors recently met to evaluate community related grant applications for Fiscal Year 2015-16 and to decide what applications they would...
View ArticleCity receives the 2015 Zach D. Taylor, Jr. Clean Cities Vision Award
The City of Midwest City was recently named the recipient of the 2015 Zach D. Taylor, Jr. Clean Cities Vision Award for its outstanding accomplishments in advancing and deploying alternative fuels and...
View ArticleBoys and Girls Club’s mid-year report shows academic progress at Telstar...
The Telstar Boys and Girls Club mid-year report shows that academic progress has been achieved with many of the 165 club members. The Telstar Elementary School program began last August as a result of...
View ArticleCity solicitating Request for Proposals (RFP) for Fire and Police Department...
The City of Midwest City is soliciting proposals to undertake studies of its Police Department and Fire Department. The project objective of the Police Department is to secure through an outsourced...
View ArticleStatement from Mayor Jay Dee Collins
After a lot of consideration, I feel it is in the best interest of the community for me to withdraw from the scheduled general mayoral election on April 5. I wish to thank all of my supporters for...
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