Construction projects to affect West River Trail, Lake Overholser Trail

Construction projects in the coming weeks will affect the West River Trail and Lake Overholser Trail in west Oklahoma City.

08/10/2018 10:34 AM

OKC’s ‘Little Blue’ recycling ends June 1, new large cart service begins in July

A longtime icon of Oklahoma City neighborhoods will soon be a thing of the past when the City retires its “Little Blue” recycling bin on June 1 to make way for its new large-cart recycling program starting in early July.

05/18/2018 10:23 AM

Tips for an environmentally friendly, healthy lawn

05/10/2018 9:14 AM

OKC on track with new recycle cart delivery; Use new carts in July

Oklahoma City neighborhoods are turning green with the delivery of new, large recycling carts. But remember: Don’t use the new carts until July.

04/09/2018 11:16 AM

Delivery of new, large recycling carts begins Monday for urban Oklahoma City residents

Oklahoma City is making big changes to its curbside recycling program, and urban residents begin to get their new, larger recycling carts on Monday.

02/23/2018 8:00 AM

New Oklahoma City trash pickup days start Monday

As of Monday, Feb. 5, more than 90,000 of the City’s solid waste customers will have a new trash day or monthly bulky trash pick-up day. Customers may look at their current City of Oklahoma City water bill or visit okc.gov/mytrashday to see if they have a new pickup day.

02/01/2018 12:48 PM

OKC Utilities to roll out new trash collection days beginning Feb. 5

About half of Oklahoma City trash collection customers will have a new day for trash, recycling and bulky waste pickup beginning Feb. 5.

12/21/2017 11:36 AM

Turn off sprinklers during freezing weather to avoid icy sidewalks and streets

Don’t forget to turn off sprinkler systems when it’s freezing outside – icy sidewalks and streets are dangerous, and violators are subject to a fine.

12/08/2017 10:57 AM

Don’t let your drains gobble holiday fats, oils and grease

With the holiday cooking season upon us, the Utilities Department wants to remind residents to avoid pouring cooking oils and grease down the drain.

11/15/2017 10:52 AM

OKC Utilities receives recognition for its 2017 Water Conservation Plan

The Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) recognized the Utilities Department with its inaugural Oklahoma Water for 2060 Excellence Award for a public water source during the Governor’s Water Conference on Nov. 1.

11/09/2017 1:58 PM

OKC Utilities Customer Service Contact Center changes business hours

The Utilities Department’s Customer Service Contact Center has changed its hours of operation to better serve customers during peak call times. The new hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

11/09/2017 1:37 PM

OKC Utilities receives national recognition in utilities management

The Utilities Department received the Gold Award for Excellence in Utility Management from the Association of Municipal Water Agencies (AMWA), during its national convention on Oct. 16.

10/31/2017 10:20 AM

Game and Fish Commission to consider permit fee for seniors

Oklahoma City anglers are invited to a public meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7 to discuss a potential new fishing permit fee for seniors.

10/16/2017 9:50 AM

Learn water-wise landscape techniques during OKC’s Water & Landscape Fest

Join local conservation experts and Master Gardeners during the City of Oklahoma City’s Water & Landscape Fest from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Bluff Creek Park, 11301 N Meridian Ave.

09/27/2017 11:59 AM

Oklahoma City’s resident satisfaction beats national average

Oklahoma City residents are more satisfied with their community than most Americans who live in big cities.

07/18/2017 1:29 PM

Oklahoma City releases water quality report

The Utilities Department has good news for Oklahoma City residents and other customers who use the City’s water system: Once again, the City’s water meets all federal and state safety and quality standards.

07/11/2017 3:07 PM

Public workshop July 20 for input on Stars & Stripes Skate Park project

Skaters and other interested Oklahoma City residents are invited to get information and provide feedback on the Stars & Stripes Skate Park Project at a public workshop this month.

07/11/2017 8:53 AM

Public hearing for amendment to sales tax initiative set for Tuesday’s Council meeting

The Oklahoma City Council has scheduled a public hearing Tuesday regarding a proposed amendment to the temporary sales tax initiative introduced for consideration last month.

06/16/2017 3:23 PM

Council moves forward sales tax, bond proposals to June 20 vote; Proposed public vote is Sept. 12

The Oklahoma City Council is scheduled to vote next week on sales tax and bond package proposals that would invest more than $1.1 billion in funding for streets, police, firefighters and other basic needs, and an annual injection of $26 million for day-to-day operations.

06/13/2017 1:08 PM

OKC reminds residents, businesses of odd-even watering schedule

The Utilities Department wants to remind water customers of its permanent, year-long odd/even watering schedule, which is especially important during the summer months.

06/08/2017 12:16 PM