City of El Reno

Jeff Roberts and Rachel James from Magic 104.1 KMGL stopped by El Reno to explore all the local favorites! From iconic onion burgers and the Heritage Express Trolley to sweet treats at Allie’s Baking Boutique, they captured some of the best spots in our city.?Watch their video segment and see if they featured any of your?favorite El Reno spots! https://loom.ly/uLYL9Io

Yesterday, we proudly unveiled the Hungry for History: Onion Burgers historic marker, officially naming El Reno as the birthplace of the fried onion burger! This one-of-a-kind marker—the first in Oklahoma—was generously donated by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation. A big thank you to Rhys Martin, president of the Oklahoma Route 66 Association, for making this project a reality! We were also honored to celebrate with current onion burger joint owners and the original "Burger Boys" who helped shape this iconic tradition. Next time you’re near the Route 66 monument, stop by to see this incredible piece of El Reno’s history!

We're hiring for two exciting roles: Senior Airport Line Technician and Senior Center Coordinator! Discover more about these opportunities and apply by visiting our website, https://loom.ly/ZgU11Qc.

Take a look at our November Newsletter to stay updated on all the latest happenings around town! https://loom.ly/ZnBc1c0

Congratulations to Whataburger on their groundbreaking just off I-40 and South Country Club Road! This new addition promises to draw more visitors our way, offering a fresh opportunity to showcase El Reno's unique attractions. As construction progresses, we’re optimistic about building a strong partnership with Whataburger and welcoming travelers to discover all the great experiences El Reno has in store.

Congratulations to our Communications Supervisor Jodi Wolff on receiving the OG&E & Oklahoma City Thunder Safety Partner Award! Jodi’s dedication and hard work make a tremendous impact on our community every day, and we’re thrilled to see her recognized for her outstanding service. Thank you, Jodi, for all that you do!

Here's an inside look at the vision for our downtown streetscape project! Please remember, this is a concept and not the final design. This rendering offers a glimpse of what’s to come, including enhanced sidewalks, new lighting, landscaping, and inviting street furniture—all aimed at creating a more beautiful, pedestrian-friendly downtown. Funded by the Transportation Alternatives Program grant, this project focuses solely on streetscaping elements like sidewalks, landscaping, and benches, and cannot be used for roadway repairs. As a multi-year, phased project, this transformation will help make our downtown a vibrant and welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike. Construction is anticipated to begin in approximately 18-24 months, so stay tuned for more updates as we move forward!

Thank you to everyone who attended the El Reno Now Breakfast & Community Meeting this morning! The Canadian County Historical Museum shared photos of their displays and gave important information about El Reno’s historic trolley! It was an honor to present the donations made to the breakfast to El Reno Mobile Meals. We look forward to seeing everyone at El Reno Now in 2025!

Collaborating for growth and progress—this column is just the start of ongoing updates about El Reno’s exciting future! Click on the link to read Mayor Jensen's column, https://loom.ly/zdre0ak

We’re excited to announce that El Reno has been awarded $1.2 million through the Transportation Alternatives Program, provided by ODOT, to begin the first phase of a multi-phase project to reconstruct our downtown streetscape. The downtown streetscape includes sidewalk and safety improvements, new lighting, landscaping and trees, and street furniture to enhance the natural beauty of the area. The concept shared below is an early design, and final plans are still in development. This will be a multi-year project with multiple phases aimed at making downtown more walkable, vibrant, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike. We are grateful for our partnership with ODOT and will share more details as the project progresses over the next several months. Stay tuned for updates!