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NOWATA, OKLAHOMA The Nowata Fire Department has received a significant upgrade to its firefighter safety equipment without the expense normally associated with replacing the department’s aging breathing apparatus. Through his relationships developed within the fire service, Nowata Fire Chief Brandon Jarvis reached out to Assistant Chief Charlie Hoage of the Livingston Manor Fire Department in…

View the Official Nowata County Burn Ban Resolution(opens in new tab) NOWATA, OKLAHOMA Release Per the Nowata County Board of County Commissioners – Contact the Nowata County Commissioners at (918) 273-0175 The City of Nowata is the County Seat of Nowata County. The Nowata County Board of County Commissioners pursuant to the authority granted to…

NOWATA, OKLAHOMA This is a MyNowata Community Alert from the City of Nowata. Effective immediately on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026, the City of Nowata is under a burn ban. During this burn ban, there is to be no outside burning. The City of Nowata and the Nowata Fire Department will advise citizens when the burn…

NOWATA, OKLAHOMA The City of Nowata is proud to recognize Rayko Goodreau, our Animal Control Officer, as our July Employee of the Month! Rayko works diligently every day to improve our animal shelter and, most importantly, to make a difference in the lives of the animals entrusted to her care. She puts in countless hours…

NOWATA, OKLAHOMA This is a MyNowata Community Alert from the City of Nowata. The City of Nowata’s water supply system has experienced a primary water pump failure. Citizens may experience reduced pressure as a result of the water pump failure. The back up pumps are in use and the city expects systems to begin to…

NOWATA, OKLAHOMA The City of Nowata is pleased to announce the appointment of Marie Gorley as its new City Manager, ushering in an exciting new chapter for the community. A proud Nowata native, Gorley brings both extensive professional experience and a lifelong commitment to the community she now has the opportunity to serve. She grew…

NOWATA, OKLAHOMA My department has received many complaints about individuals leaving grass clippings in the streets and roadways after mowing. This makes it very dangerous for motorcycle riders. It also washes down the streets, plugs drainage systems, and is unsightly. I want to remind Nowata citizens that a city ordinance addresses this issue. Section 8-116…

NOWATA, OKLAHOMA This weekend, August 1st – August 2nd, the City of Nowata will have maintenance and mowing services performed at the Nowata Memorial Cemetery. Citizens who have extra decorations at the gravesites of their loved ones, are encouraged to come retrieve their personal items before then to avoid the potential loss or damage of…

NOWATA, OKLAHOMA Due to critical water line repairs, the City of Nowata will shut off the town’s water supply tomorrow, Tuesday, July 14th shortly after 9 am. While the City is conducting critical repair work on the water lines, please expect outages. There is currently no estimated time on tomorrow’s planned repairs on the water…

Business Licensing Document Center NOWATA, OKLAHOMA It’s officially business license and occupational tax certificate renewal season for organizations operating in the City of Nowata. Business licenses and occupational tax certificates are issued for July 1st – June 30th. All completed forms, supporting documents, and required payments must be submitted to City Hall by Wednesday, July…