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Insider InformationA Vibrant, Growing CityQuick Facts About Owasso, OK. ................... 3Demographic ProfileAn In-depth Look at Owasso-area Residents ......... 4Location, Location, LocationInfrastructure, Transportation, and Logistics ........ 8If You Build It...Residential, Business, and Retail Growth. .......... 10Quality of LifeSchools, Amenities, Recreation, Community ........ 12Sources and Additional InformationResources, Contact Information and Attributions .... 152Highlight: Owasso is the fastest growing city of more than 10,000 in the state of Oklahoma andhas held that honor for nearly two decades. We invite you to read on and discover why...

A Vibrant &Growing CityOwasso, Oklahoma is constantly evolving. There is alwayschange on the horizon so electrifying it feels like a racingheartbeat. And there is a fresh-new-car smell in the air.Owasso shopping is bustling despite the woes of ournation’s economy. Plus the city still has over 15 square milesof developable land in our fence line, leaving room to shift ourfocus towards bringing in companies offering high paying jobswith great benefits.Owasso has the opportunity to become a leader in clusterbaseddevelopment. Between our two state-of-the-art hospitals,planned Tulsa Tech campus and close proximity to the airport,we have opened commerce doors.The face of business is changing. As the Baby Boomersretire, the workplace begins to fill those holes with up-andcomingyoung professionals. This generation is energetic andon the move. And they will choose a place to live before theyfind a job.What does all this mean to you? Everything. EconomicDevelopment is personal.Our city leaders have planned and created a fast-growing,economically healthy city without all the “growing pains” thatoften accompany rapid expansion. We are committed tocontinue to retain and support our existing businesses whileexpanding our full service community.We empower each citizen to look at Owasso and continuallyask yourself one question: “How do we make Owasso asattractive twenty years from now, as it is today?”If you live in Owasso; work here; shop in our stores; havechildren who attend school here; read this brochure: You have arole in the development of our community.Community leaders, citizens and businesses are sharingbig ideas, testing their hunches and participating in dynamicconversation about their passion to build a better Owasso inwhich to live and work.The synergy of our economic development is building asustainable business community which creates a profitablejob market supporting strong neighborhoods energized withinspired citizens who are fully engaged in the prosperity of theircommunity.Owasso’s future looks stunning. And the fresh-new-carsmell still hangs in the air.Sincerely,Chelsea M.E. HarkinsDirector of Economic DevelopmentCity of Owasso918-376-1518charkins@cityofowasso.com“Owasso is a place wheregovernmental services aredependable and efficient andwhere new ideas are embracedwith enthusiasm and energy,creating an environment thatinvites success.”Rodney J. RayCity ManagerOwasso, Oklahoma3

A Demographic ProfileWho, What, Where, When, and WhyOwasso has planned for prosperity. Past andpresent prudent, forward-thinking decisions by ourcommunity leaders have created a fast-growing,economically healthy city without all the “growingpains” that often accompany rapid expansion.Owasso has the heart of a small town, with a2008 population of 37,328 in the ZIP code, butit fuels a much larger retail trade area of nearly700,000 (see page 9) because of its uniquelocation and solid infrastructure.Owasso is expected to grow at least another15.17% between now and 2013, and the city isready for the challenge. Growth can challengea community in a number of ways, includingproviding adequate infrastructure, education,housing, goods and services to supply thepopulation.“We have a strong customer base andthis area continues to grow. Our storeis doing very well and has exceededperformance expectations; in fact, we areplanning further investment in the storeto support the continued growth.”Marty CooperStore ManagerOwasso’s Wal-Mart SupercenterWith a city master plan for expansion already inplace which addresses these needs, Owassoresidents present and future are assured theircommunity will continue to prosper, not just“grow.” We invite you to take a closer look atthe people who will be your new neighbors,co-workers, employees and customers.The demographic data on the next few pages isjust a snapshot of Owasso, and more data andadditional resources are available online atwww.whyowasso.com. As always, the helpfuland knowledgeable staff of the city is only aphone call away at 918-376-1500.4

Oklahoma 6.00%Tulsa MSA 2.90%Owasso By The Numbers:Population FactsPopulation Growth ComparisonOklahoma2008 - 2013 (estimated)Tulsa MSABroken ArrowOwassoOwasso Population DistributionAged 65+Aged 21+Aged 18+Aged 16+20% 40% 60% 80%Highlight: More than 77% of Owasso households are families; in Norman, OK, just 58% of households arefamilies, and in the Tulsa MSA, 68% of households are families. (Includes married couples without children.) 5

,Owasso By The Numbers:Income and Educational AttainmentPercentage of Owasso Residents Earning $50,000+An average of 65% of Owasso Adults aged 25-64 earn more than $50,000 per year.80%60%40%20%AgeGroup25 - 34 35 - 44 45 - 54 55 - 64Residents Possessing College DegreesFayetteville MSAOklahomaTulsa MSAOwasso15%20% 25% 30% 35%In addition, Fayetteville has twice the percentage of residents lacking a high school diplomaversus Owasso.7

Business & Housing Growth96th Street North, East Off Highway 169, OwassoLiving in Owasso gives families the best of bothworlds. We have a hometown, neighborly atmosphere,low crime rates and an outstanding education system;we have all of the retail choice and convenience of amuch larger city. Owasso’s retail market continues togrow, attracting new entrepreneurs, franchisees, andretail stores all the time.Owasso residents choose to shop in Owasso, as domany Tulsa, Claremore, Catoosa, Bartlesville, andother community residents. ZIP code data collectedat various retail stores in Owasso prove shoppersconsistently come here from as far away as Coffeyville,KS and Caney, KS.Just a few of the businesses recently opened inOwasso include Target; JCPenney; Belk’s DepartmentStore; Applebee’s Restaurant; Olive Garden; StarbucksCoffee; Hobby Lobby and PetSmart. More thanhalf a billion dollars of commercial and residentialconstruction permits have been issued in the City ofOwasso in the past 6 years.96th Street North, West Off Highway 169, Owasso“Owasso’s shopping trafficcomes from all over the area,including Kansas, partlybecause Owasso is easy to getto and we don’t have the trafficproblems common in largercities.”Frank EnzbrennerPresident, RCB BankOwasso“Simply put, growth drivesretail... it’s a supply and demandsituation. Owasso’s growthhas created a high demand forretail products, but the area wasseriously ‘under-retailed’ andwe are delighted to be filling thatvoid with new developments likethe Smith Farm Marketplace,featuring Target, Belk’s, OldNavy and Pier 1.”Jim ShindlerVice-President of DevelopmentHunt Properties, Inc. – Dallas10Highlight: Due to Owasso’s location and highway infrastructure, it is a collection point forconsumers in a 4,309 square-mile area.

Housing Permits Issued & Total Value Of PermitsValue of Permits, in Millions2000: $ 39.12001: $ 41.32002: $ 52.22003: $ 46.95505004502004: $ 53.02005: $ 52.92006: $ 36.12007: $ 32.7Number of Permits Issued4003503002502000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007Owasso Retail SalesTotal Sales, Millions of Dollars1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007Value Of Commercial Permitsin Millions1998: $ 20.51999: $ 17.72000: $ 37.72001: $ 14.62002: $ 15.12003: $ 7.52004: $ 32.92005: $ 64.82006: $ 42.52007: $ 44.811

Quality of LifeChoosing the location for your family or yourbusiness is a big decision often based on intangibles.Owasso is recognized as a quality family communitydefined by the character of our citizens andbusinesses. Blessed with a deep spiritual heritage,Owasso is home to dozens of churches and faithcommunities in addition to many civic organizations.In a recent survey of Northeast Oklahoma businessexecutives, they gave very high ratings to thequality of life in Owasso and believed this to bea key factor in recruiting and retaining workers.Owasso residents enjoy choices hard to competewith anywhere in the region including numerous cityparks, trails, and athletic facilities plus communityevents such as Owasso Trail Days, Art in the Parkand neighborhood block parties.Two state-of-the-art, 50-bed general acute carehospitals, a 4.5 million dollar expansion of the localYMCA and Owasso’s 44,000 square foot CommunityBuild Playground cement Owasso’s reputation as apremier hometown.The exclusively public Bailey RanchGolf Club, a Golf Digest four-star ratedcourse, stretches over 400 acres andhosts a variety of tournaments duringthe year.“Owasso is built on a foundationof educational excellence,strengthened by insightful masterplanning and zoning and set apartby a strong community spirit.”Tom KimballOwner, Kimball’s Home DiscountOwasso“Funtastic Island” Community Build Playground12

Owasso By The Numbers:Education Facilities and Area AmenitiesAn aerial view of Owasso’s High School Campus, showing the Mid-High building (red roof),the Senior High Building (tan and white) and the many high school athletic facilities.Living Near A City Has Its Advantages...• 4 nationally recognized museums:Gilcrease MuseumThe Philbrook Museum of ArtWill Rogers Memorial MuseumWoolaroc Museum• Resident opera, philharmonic and ballet companies• 4000+ animals at the Tulsa Zoo & Living Museum• 17 golf courses – 1 ranked among“The Top 100 in the Nation” by Golf Digest• 2 recreational lakes within 20 minutes of downtownOwasso• 13 major lakes within 90 minutes of Owasso• 113 municipal parks• 4 Tulsa hospitals in addition to Owasso’s 2comprehensive hospitals and medical campuses• Big Splash Water Park• Oklahoma AquariumThe Owasso SchoolDistrict served nearly8,700 children in 2007-08 school year andcomprises:7 K-5 schools,6th Grade Center,7th Grade Center,8th Grade Center,Mid-High 9th & 10thGrade Campus,Senior High 11th &12th Grade Campusand Owasso RamAcadamy.• Tall Grass Prairie Preserve• Redbud Valley Nature Preserve• Professional sports including baseball, arenafootball and hockey• Outdoor amphitheater hosting an annual productionof the Rogers and Hammerstein musical,“Oklahoma”• Outdoor Festivals and Activities – Mayfest,Juneteenth, Bluegrass and Chili Festival,Octoberfest, Jazz on Greenwood, Reggaefest,Cinco de Mayo, Scottish Games and Gathering,Greek Festival, Tulsa State Fair• Over 21 different trail runs including the CorporateChallenge and Tulsa Run• The BOK Center and Spirit Bank Event Center• Brady Theater and Cain’s BallroomHighlight: Owasso’s Crime Index of 24 is almost a fourth of the national average of 100. Owasso’seffective and dedicated police force plus its status as a City of Character contribute to our exceptionally13safe environment.

In Closing...Simply put, Owasso wants to be the choicefor your family or business. If you are notalready convinced by the information we’vepresented, please take a look at some of theadditional resources listed on the next page. Itis impossible to condense everything there is toknow about Oklahoma’s premier hometown intoone publication, so we’ve concentrated on thehighlights.Questions about our excellent public utilities,fire department, police protection and morecan be answered through the resource list, aswell. Current information on many city activities,plans, meetings and the latest demographicinformation is available on the web atwww.cityofowasso.com.Owasso offers a variety of viable and vibrantneighborhoods with a diverse range of housingstyles and price ranges. With more retail spaceper capita then other suburban communities inthe Tulsa metro area, we offer true retail choice,making living (and shopping!) in Owassoconvenient and attractive.Many generous state and local businessincentives are available to help attract andgrow different kinds and stages of business andindustry. Contact the City of Owasso at(918) 376-1500 or the call the OklahomaDepartment of Commerce at (800) 879-6552 formore information.“Owasso has a long-term land-use anddevelopment plan in place designed topreserve land, home, and business values andto continue attracting quality families. Owassois a vibrant residential community, and those‘quality rooftops’ are the lifeblood of anyfinancial service or retail business.”Dee SokoloskyPresidentFirst Bank of Owasso14Highlight: After multiple Owasso retailers tracked customer data, confirmed shoppers from outside Owassocomprised between 47% and 67% of all shoppers for these retailers. Shoppers came from 22 other cities in OK,plus two other states.

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