Welcome to Oklahoma City, Capital of the New Century. Here, city leaders and citizens had a vision. A far-reaching vision that's led Oklahoma City into a new frontier of urban innovation. It's a pioneering work in progress. And a driver of unprecedented growth and change. Today, this very city stands as a vision...accomplished.

A billion-dollar renaissance has seen sweeping changes and improvements across nearly every sector. Significant downtown business development has accompanied the renovation of convention, cultural and educational sites. Landmark projects such as the mile-long Bricktown Canal have infused a new life and vibrancy into the Southwest's fastest-growing entertainment district. And neighborhood programs citywide have helped restore historic
homes and buildings to their original luster.

Oklahoma City is going places, and so are its people. They're off to the ballet. Museums. Theatre. Golf courses. Philharmonic. Malls. To the lake, zoo, theme park and the big game.

This is an active, activity-filled city. One that enables its residents to enjoy an exceptional quality of life. The mild climate offers year-round sunshine. There's low traffic congestion and low pollution. Plus an abundance of arts. Excellence in education. A variety of recreation. And an ever-broadening cultural landscape.

No wonder Places Rated Almanac cited Oklahoma City as one of the "Best Places To Live In North America." It's affordable. It's desirable. It is...a better living, a better life.

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Local Government

Oklahoma City has Council Manager form of government with a Planning Department and a comprehensive zoning ordinance.

The Mayor and eight city council members are elected to four-year terms. In order to keep continuity within city government, half of the council is elected every two years. The city is divided into eight geographical areas called wards. The voters of each ward elect a council member to represent them and the mayor is elected at large. The mayor and the council appoint a city manager to serve as the city's chief administrative official.

For more information, visit okc.gov