Find a new furry friend looking for a fur-ever home by visiting the City of Catoosa Animal Shelter. They post their hopefuls to their Facebook page regularly as well as any donation needs they may have, in case you'd like to help. More information on adoption and fees can be found on the city website: https://www.cityofcatoosa.org/page/animal-control
In the heat of summer, it's hard to imagine anything growing very well, but there is still time to sow a few veggies for a late harvest!
The City of Catoosa is hiring a full-time Dispatch Operator. Please contact Morgan Shields at mshields@cityofcatoosa.org (918) 739-4001 or Angela Schmitt at aschmitt@cityofcatoosa.org (918) 266-0822 for questions about this position. A copy of the City's employment application is attached.
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The Catoosa Fire Department will be testing fire hydrants today, Thursday August 21st, in the Rolling Hills Addition and south of Pine between Lynn Lane and 161st.
The City of Catoosa is holding our city council meeting tonight, at 6:00 pm at City Hall. You can review the agenda here: https://www.cityofcatoosa.org/documents/agenda-center/city-council/city-council-2025/739638
The City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at City Hall at 6 p.m.
The City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at City Hall at 6 p.m.
There will be a City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 19th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Meetings for the Public Works Authority, Catoosa Industrial Authority, and the Catoosa Economic Development Authority will follow. Please see attached links for agendas.
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Public Works Authority https://5il.co/3o2wp
Catoosa Industrial Authority https://5il.co/3o2wr
Catoosa Economic Development Authority https://5il.co/3o2ws
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Public Works Authority https://5il.co/3o2wp
Catoosa Industrial Authority https://5il.co/3o2wr
Catoosa Economic Development Authority https://5il.co/3o2ws
The Catoosa Fire Department will be testing fire hydrants today, Monday August 18th, in Rolling Hills and between Lynn Lane and 161st South of Pine St.
If you're interested in all things Catoosa Public Schools, be sure to follow them on Facebook to get the most up-to-date information and news.
We are thrilled to announce that the renovations at Blue Whale Park will begin soon! Because of upcoming construction, the Blue Whale gift shop has been relocated to the D.W. Correll Museum at 19934 E. Pine St. in Catoosa. The gift shop/museum hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00am – 7:00pm and Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10:00am – 5:00pm. There will be no restroom facilities available at Blue Whale Park during renovations. As the park will be an active construction site, please use caution when visiting the Blue Whale. We are excited to begin the next chapter in the Blue Whale’s journey and we are glad you will be taking it with us!
There will be a Special City Council meeting on Wednesday, August 13th at 5:00pm. Please see attached link for agenda.
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Back in 1902, Catoosa was still considered Indian Territory and wasn't officially platted and surveyed until that year. Thanks to the Oklahoma Historical Society, we can see what that survey looked like in November 1902. Thanks to Google Earth, we can compare what that area looks like today.
The Catoosa Fire Department will be testing fire hydrants today, Wednesday August 6th, in the Rolling Hills Addition and from Lynn Lane to 161st E. Ave south of Pine Street.
The City of Catoosa is holding our city council meeting tonight, at 6:00 pm at City Hall. You can review the agenda here: https://www.cityofcatoosa.org/documents/agenda-center/city-council/city-council-2025/739638
The City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at City Hall at 6 p.m.
The City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at City Hall at 6 p.m.
The first day of Catoosa Public Schools is August 6th, and we would like to wish all our parents and families a terrific 2025-2026 school year. Go Indians!
Oklahoma's tax-free weekend starts today! From now through Sunday, August 3, 2025, you can shop online, in-store, or by catalog for tax-free savings on clothing and shoes that are less than $100.
But remember, the state of Oklahoma has this stipulation about sportswear: "This does not apply to the sale of any accessories, special clothing or footwear primarily designed for athletic activity or protective use that is not normally worn except when used for athletic activity or protective use, or to the rental of clothing or footwear."
Learn more at: https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/tax/documents/resources/publications/infographics/SalesTaxHoliday.pdf
But remember, the state of Oklahoma has this stipulation about sportswear: "This does not apply to the sale of any accessories, special clothing or footwear primarily designed for athletic activity or protective use that is not normally worn except when used for athletic activity or protective use, or to the rental of clothing or footwear."
Learn more at: https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/tax/documents/resources/publications/infographics/SalesTaxHoliday.pdf
Blue Whale Park is one of many recipients of the Project 66 Grant—created to support the revitalization of the Route 66 experience in Oklahoma—and there are so many exciting updates planned. Follow The Blue Whale of Catoosa on Facebook to be the first to hear project updates as they come.
See more of the plans coming to the park on the City website: https://www.cityofcatoosa.org/o/catoosacity/page/blue-whale-of-catoosa
Oklahoma summers are hot and the sun is relentless…but this is when our gardeners show us what they’re made of. Mulch, mulch, mulch to increase water retention and keep your plants cool—even in the middle of summer. Learn more about keeping your garden growing in the middle of summer from TLC Garden Centers: tlcgarden.com/july/july-gardening-tips.
❗️NOTIFICATION OF SEWER INVESTIGATION WORK❗️
Beginning Monday, July 28th through Wednesday, July 30th from 8:00am-5:00pm, weather permitting, representatives from Duke’s Root Control, Inc. (“Duke’s”) will be in your area for the purpose of evaluating the condition of the sanitary sewer system and private sewer service laterals. Crews will be evaluating the sewer mains and laterals through smoke testing (“smoke” is water vapor), which is a process in which non-toxic, non-flammable liquid smoke is pressurized through the sewer mains. Defects within the system are noted for repair by the crews. The pink door tags that Duke’s will be placing on your door two to three days prior to the test, gives more insight on the process and what you can do to prepare.
You DO NOT need to be present for the test.
This method of testing may require representatives from Duke’s to access manholes located within the Right-of-Way and/or utility easements, including those on private property but within the utility easement as well as crews may be noting defects around your property. Smoke Testing does not impact any operation of the sewer and there will be no disruption of service at any point. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. All Duke’s representatives will have identification badges and will be wearing company uniforms at all times.
Please feel free to contact Duke’s at (888) 620-0010 or the City of Catoosa at 918-266-2505 at any time.
Beginning Monday, July 28th through Wednesday, July 30th from 8:00am-5:00pm, weather permitting, representatives from Duke’s Root Control, Inc. (“Duke’s”) will be in your area for the purpose of evaluating the condition of the sanitary sewer system and private sewer service laterals. Crews will be evaluating the sewer mains and laterals through smoke testing (“smoke” is water vapor), which is a process in which non-toxic, non-flammable liquid smoke is pressurized through the sewer mains. Defects within the system are noted for repair by the crews. The pink door tags that Duke’s will be placing on your door two to three days prior to the test, gives more insight on the process and what you can do to prepare.
You DO NOT need to be present for the test.
This method of testing may require representatives from Duke’s to access manholes located within the Right-of-Way and/or utility easements, including those on private property but within the utility easement as well as crews may be noting defects around your property. Smoke Testing does not impact any operation of the sewer and there will be no disruption of service at any point. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. All Duke’s representatives will have identification badges and will be wearing company uniforms at all times.
Please feel free to contact Duke’s at (888) 620-0010 or the City of Catoosa at 918-266-2505 at any time.
Did you know this beloved historic landmark along Route 66 was initially built by Hugh S. Davis as a special place for his grandchildren to play and swim in the nearby pond? Davis, with help from his friend Harold Thomas, spent two years welding the metal framework and applying hand-mixed cement to form our city’s favorite whale.
Do you love the Blue Whale as much as we do? Share your favorite memories below!
The City of Catoosa is holding our city council meeting tonight, at 6:00 pm at City Hall. You can review the agenda here: https://www.cityofcatoosa.org/documents/agenda-center/city-council/city-council-2025/739638
The City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at City Hall at 6 p.m.