Friday, July 11th 2025, 9:44 am
Claremore leaders are detailing how funds from the city’s newly increased sales tax will support major infrastructure improvements and ongoing tornado recovery.
The city’s sales tax rate rose from 3% to 4% after voters approved the measure. The new rate took effect July 1.
City Manager John Feary says the additional revenue will fund critical projects to boost public utilities, road safety, and storm resiliency.
One of the city’s largest investments will be in its electric infrastructure.
A nearly $3 million project will upgrade the substation that serves areas north and east of Claremore, including the community of Sequoyah.
Feary said the city is also planning a citywide power system upgrade, which includes building a new substation and increasing capacity at several existing facilities.
The second major initiative involves a long-term upgrade to Frederick Road. The $8 million project will take place over the next two years.
Frederick Road runs north from the new Highway 20 extension at Flint Road. The project is expected to enhance traffic flow and accommodate growing development in the area.
Claremore is also continuing recovery efforts from a tornado that caused widespread damage in 2024.
Feary said about $20 million is currently allocated for cleanup and rebuilding, and the city is appealing for more federal assistance from FEMA. Most of the debris from the storm has already been cleared, he added.
With several multi-million dollar projects underway, Claremore officials say the increased sales tax revenue will play a key role in strengthening the city’s infrastructure and storm response capabilities.
Feary assured voters the extra cent per dollar will go back into making Claremore a better place to live.
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