Public Library
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About Public Library
In 1972, our library became part of the Choctaw Nation County Library System. This later became known as the Southeastern Public Library System. By 1990, more space was needed, and widespread fundraising efforts were begun. A group of far-sighted Broken Bow businessmen donated a building that had originally been part of the old Broken Bow High School. The area was large, and the location excellent for the new library. This expansive dream for becoming a state-of-the-art library has become a reality.
Our Broken Bow Public Library is the culmination of the dreams, hard work, and generosity of many. The nucleus of the tiny library begun by nine Delphian women almost eighty years ago has evolved in this magnificent facility. As we moved into the coming century, our library will continue to meet the needs of our community.
The link to our website is www.brokenbow.lib.ok.us
Library services:
- Internet Access
- Fax
- Copier
- Notary Public
- Children Computers
- Summer Reading Program
- Children Story Time
- Genealogy
- Public Meeting Rooms – No Fee
Meetings must be open to the public
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9am – 7pm
Friday: 9am – 5pm
Saturday: 9am – 3pm
Sunday: Closed
Closed Holidays:
- Memorial Day
- July 4th
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
- New Years Day
All Departments

Code Enforcement
The Department of Code Enforcement is the City of Broken Bow entity responsible for enforcing city codes. Infractions include, but are not limited to , zoning violations, overgrown lots and yards...

Senior Citizens Center
The George Puckett Nutrition and Senior Center opened March 2003 and employs six personnel. It is a lovely 6000sq ft facility, located on the edge of the pond, in the beautiful city park.

Park and Recreation Department
The Broken Bow City Parks Department has 4 employees that maintain the Broken Bow City Park, the Broken Bow Youth Complex and the Lilly Mae Young Park along with other city buildings, airport and the Broken Bow Cemetery.

Street and Sanitation Department
The Street and Sanitation Departments have a total of thirteen employees with which we maintain, build, and asphalt the roads and remove residential and commercial refuse within the city limits.

Police Department
The men and women of the Broken Bow Police Department are committed to enhance the quality of life and lessen the criminal fears of all citizens by aggressively pursuing all criminals, patrolling all city

Fire & Rescue Department
The City of Broken Bow's Fire Department, with an I.S.O rating of class 2, is deeply committed to customer service, and is responsible for protecting life and property from the hazards of fire,

Broken Bow Municipal Airport
The airport is located just west of Broken Bow, on Rodeo Road. It has an elevation of 403.2 ft, is asphalt covered, has a 3200 ft lighted runway and a fixed base operator along with being listed by the FAA Mapping Service.

Public Library
In 1972, our library became part of the Choctaw Nation County Library System. This later became known as the Southeastern Public Library System

Dierks Train #227
The little logging mike that sets at Broken Bow, OK next to the crossing of the TO&E R.R. and highway 259 was the last steam locomotive to operate in McMcurtain county.
Water Department
Our raw water source is from Broken Bow Lake. Broken Bow Lake is known as the cleanest and clearest lake in Oklahoma.
Municipal Court
The Broken Bow Municipal Court room and Office of the Court Clerk are both located in the City Hall building
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Our City Officials

Grandville Jett
Ward 1

Sue Norrid
WARD 2

Drew Anderson
WARD 3

Tim Rothstein
Ward 4

Jerry Don Smith
At Large / Mayor