Oklahoma Election Day: Key races and issues to watch

For voters in OKC and surrounding cities, Tuesday's election covers local races from state school boards to city council. Check out the key contests and important ballot issues in this comprehensive overview.

Monday, March 31st 2025, 2:42 pm

By: Graham Dowers

OKLAHOMA CITY -

Oklahomans will head to the polls Tuesday for the Board of Education and Statutory Municipal General Election, one of the largest elections of the year. Voters across the state will decide on over 214 races within the Oklahoma City area and many more statewide.

Voters can check this website or with their local election office for voting locations and ballot details.

Why this election matters:

Local elections often directly impact daily life. Voter turnout for municipal elections tends to be lower than in state and national elections, making each vote even more significant.

What's on the ballot?

The election covers a range of local and municipal races, including:

State school boards
School bond proposals
City Council and mayoral elections
City propositions and county questions.

Key races in the Oklahoma City metro:

The most high-profile contests in the Oklahoma City metro area include:

Oklahoma City Council - Ward 7

Oklahoma County Commissioner District 1

Edmond Mayor

Major issues on the ballot:

Blanchard School Bonds – A $42 million package funding a high school classroom addition, a new football/soccer fieldhouse, and new baseball/softball facilities.
Noble County 3/4 Cent Sales Tax – A measure to provide funding for the jail and sheriff’s department.
Noble County 1/4 Cent Sales Tax – A proposal to allocate funds to local fire departments.
Pottawatomie County Half-Cent Sales Tax – A tax initiative aimed at supporting schools across the county.
Stillwater Animal Welfare Facility Bond – An $8.75 million bond to construct a new animal welfare facility.