Increased energy costs result in adjustment to Edmond Electric FCA rate

Beginning in October, Edmond Electric customers will notice a change in the Fuel Adjustment Cost (FCA) rate on their monthly utility bills.

The FCA is a fee charged per kilowatt hour (kWh) used to help recover the cost of purchasing wholesale electricity. ...

Monday, Oct. 31 designated for Halloween activities in Edmond

What’s the one time a year that everyone likes to be “booed”? Halloween!

This year, Halloween activities in the City of Edmond are designated for Monday, Oct. 31. Both children and adults are encouraged to cooperate in limitin...

Fretz Drive Closure set to begin Sept. 27

Beginning at 8:00 am Tuesday, September 27, Fretz Drive, just north of 15th Street, will be closed for pavement repairs. The 15th Street eastbound turn lane onto Fretz Drive will also be closed. 

Weather permitting, the road will reopen t...

Fifth Street partial closure scheduled to begin Sept. 26

Work to upgrade the stormwater infrastructure as part of the renovations project at Stephenson Park will require the closure of a section of Fifth Street between Boulevard and Littler Avenue beginning Sept. 26.

The section of Fifth will be closed to throug...

Work on water line project will affect traffic around the UCO/Northern Hills Elementary area

Work on a portion of the Danforth Water Line project will impact traffic around the University of Central Oklahoma/Northern Hills Elementary campus areas. Beginning Sept. 19, the intersection of Blackwelder Avenue and Ayers Street will be closed to most t...

Edmond Electric seeks pop-up shop vendors for Merry Marketplace at Luminance

Luminance, Edmond Electric’s walk-thru holiday 3-D light display, kicks off Nov. 18, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mitch Park. As part of that kick-off celebration, Merry Marketplace – an early holiday shopping opportunity featuring 10 pop-...

Edmond Public Safety Communications completes vital training

When a child is missing, seconds matter – and now, City of Edmond Public Safety Communications is even better prepared to respond.

The Edmond emergency communications team recently completed training with the National Center for Missing & Exp...

SPOTLIGHT: East Edmond 2050 helping shape the plans for Edmond of the future

A wise man once said, “Having a plan is great, but that’s not the finish line – it’s what gets you to the starting line.”

Nearly two years ago, Ken Bryan found himself at the starting line … and ...

Expansion of Covell-Coltrane intersection begins Aug. 29

Work to add dedicated turn lanes at the intersection of Covell and Coltrane roads begins Aug. 29 and will cause periodic lane and full closures to sections during the project. This interim improvement will alleviate congestion until the full intersection ...

SPOTLIGHT: Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) project focused on helping mobility in Edmond

If you see a malfunctioning traffic light in Edmond and wonder if anyone knows about it … chances are, they do.

And, right now, work is being done to put that knowledge into action.

The City of Edmond’s Intelligent Transportation System...

Airbnb revenue supports tourism

Tourism is a vital economic driver here in Edmond.

More than interesting and attractive things to do, tourism promotes economic development, investment, creates jobs and nurtures inclusion and a strong sense of community.

That’s why the City of Ed...

SPOTLIGHT: Smart Choice brings new technology to Edmond utility customers

Technology enhances everyday life now in so many ways, and new technology from the City of Edmond – “smart” meters being installed for both electric and water customers – offers both the convenience and efficiency o...

SPOTLIGHT: When you ‘Shop Edmond’ your money stays in Edmond

As Edmond continues to grow, so do the myriad amenities to choose from.

A wide variety of shops. A broad range of services. An assortment of facilities and activities. A growing and diverse menu of dining options.

All of it combines to make living in Edmond...

SPOTLIGHT: Water treatment project aims to meet Edmond’s current and future water needs

Several construction improvements for Edmond’s water system are underway. These different projects are necessary to meet Edmond’s current and future water needs, as well as provide increased system reliability.

Edmond’s Ward 2...

Main Street Road Closure Begins Tuesday, July 5th

Work to construct a new apartment complex and parking garage in Downtown Edmond will close a portion of Main Street beginning on Tuesday, July 5th.  The extended road closure will ensure safety in the area as construction will take place on both ...

Edmond Electric and Water Resources set to begin ‘Smart Choice’ rollout

Smart Choice, a group of programs and services designed to provide utility customers with more information about their electric and water usage, is coming to City of Edmond electric and water utility customers.

Starting in the summer of 2022, the multi-yea...

Work on Phase III of Intelligent Transportation System begins May 9

Work on Phase III of the City of Edmond’s Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) begins May 9 and will result in periodic traffic lane closures while work is being completed.

The project includes modifying traffic signal light components at 22 i...

Residents Approve Temporary Sales Tax Increase for Hafer Park Land Purchase

During a special election Oct. 12, 2021, Edmond residents voted overwhelmingly in favor of a temporary sales tax to fund the purchase of 22 acres of land adjacent to Hafer Park.

Unofficial polling results showed more than 80 percent of 10,067 voters cast b...

Construction Set to Begin at Second Street & Bryant Avenue

On Monday, June 21^st, construction will begin on improvements at the intersection of Second Street and Bryant Avenue.  This work is expected to last approximately twelve months with cooperative weather.

During this project, the intersection will b...