Broken Arrow City Council
Meeting of: 10-7-2025
Title:
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Consideration, discussion and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 3888, An Ordinance amending the Broken Arrow Code of Ordinances, Chapter 16 - Offenses-Miscellaneous, Article II - Offenses Against Public Authority, creating Section 16-50, to make it unlawful to activate or attempt to activate an outdoor warning siren without proper authorization; providing for definitions, penalties, and exemptions; and declaring an emergency
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Background:
This ordinance creates Section 16-50 of the Broken Arrow Code of Ordinances under Chapter 16 - Offenses-Miscellaneous, Article II. - Offenses Against Public Authority, to make it unlawful for any unauthorized person to activate or attempt to activate an outdoor warning siren, or to tamper with such a system in a way that could cause unauthorized activation or impair its function. It defines key terms, including “outdoor warning siren” and “authorized person,” and sets penalties of up to a $750 fine, sixty (60) days in jail, or both, for violations. The Ordinance includes exemptions for City employees and contractors acting within their official duties or under proper supervision and those conducting routine testing or maintenance. This was previously previewed on August 4, 2025.
Cost: $0
Funding Source: N/A
Requested By: Jamie Ott, Director of Emergency Management
Approved By: City Manager’s Office
Attachments: Ordinance No. 3888.
Recommendation:
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Adopt Ordinance No. 3888 and approve the emergency clause.
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