Oklahoma City Developments, Real Estates and Updates

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Make no mistake, companies looking to relocate or expand know the value of Oklahoma City's workforce. Read on for information about new jobs coming in 2021.

Amazon plans to construct and open a new non-sort facility in 2021, creating over 500 new full-time jobs.

North Star Scientific (NSS) Corporation, a Hawaii-based company is expanding to Oklahoma City and beginning operations this month with five employees.  Once fully operational NSS will ramp up to 40 jobs. NSS designs, develops and qualifies state of the art electronic systems for Department of Defense applications.

Will Rogers Business Park, 7501 SW 29th Street, Oklahoma City

San Diego-based company Kratos increased the size of its Oklahoma City operation by 50 percent in 2020 using more than 150,000 square feet at the Will Rogers Business Park. In addition the company recently secured a contract worth about $37.8 million to provide Valkyrie aircraft to the U.S. Air Force as part of its Skyborg program.

Corporate headquarters and engineering operations for Skydweller Aero Inc. are coming to Oklahoma City and Ardmore in 2021. Skydweller plans to increase operations to 120 aerospace engineering and field technician jobs in Oklahoma by 2024. Skydweller produces renewably powered aircraft for defense and commercial industries.

Costco snagged the former Hertz facility at 14501 Hertz Quail Springs Parkway for a massive operations center.

Supported by a $3 million tax incentive package passed by the Oklahoma City Council.  The project is estimated to generate a total economic impact of more than $772 million over the next seven years.   Costco's new site will be a back office/call center operation, creating 1,044 new, non-retail sales-related jobs with an average wage of $59,740.

Costco Wholesale Corporation is bringing a new back office operation to Oklahoma City. The company expects to add 1,044 new jobs over the next three years. The company expects to employ 500 people as they begin operations and expect to exceed 1,000 by their third year of operation.

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Onmi Oklahoma City Grand Opening.

                   

The Omni Hotel is seen overlooking Scissortail Park and the Oklahoma City Convention Center. [DOUG HOKE/THE OKLAHOMAN]

Oklahoma City's largest hotel, the Omni, opens Tuesday with the task of drawing locals while the convention market recovers from the ongoing pandemic.

Opening January 26, 2021, Omni Oklahoma City Hotel will be a true outdoor recreation, entertainment and culinary destination while paying homage to the heritage and modern progress of the city.

The hotel will feature 605 luxurious guest rooms, inclusive of 29 suites, with dramatic views of the 70-acre Scissortail Park and the downtown skyline.   The 17-story hotel located at 100 West Oklahoma City Boulevard will serve the city's revitalized downtown area including the future convention center, Scissortail Park and Chesapeake Energy Arena, home of the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder.

The 1,100-space Convention Center Garage is now open ahead of scheduled before the official opening of the Omni Oklahoma City 605 room convention center hotel scheduled to open January 26, 2021.

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Omni Oklahoma City Hotel officially opens


Pic via NewsOK.com

          KFOR 4 Oklahoma City https://kfor.com/news/local/omni-hotel-officially-opens-in-oklahoma-city/

January 26, 2021 – Omni Hotels & Resorts celebrates the grand opening of the highly anticipated Omni Oklahoma City Hotel, a 605-guest room $241 million convention center hotel in the heart of Oklahoma City.

Located at 100 West Oklahoma City Boulevard, the 17 story hotel will serve the downtown area which includes the convention center, Scissortail Park and Chesapeake Energy Arena, the current home to the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder.

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OMNI OKLAHOMA CITY 2021

Oklahoma City's largest hotel, 605 luxury rooms & suites.


400 South Robinson Avenue


                               Lobby



Bob's Steak and Chop House


Fitness Center

Meetings: Situated between the new convention center and Chesapeake Energy Arena, Omni Oklahoma City Hotel will be a nationwide destination for meetings and events. All 78,000 square feet of meeting space will be located on the second floor, with the exception of an outdoor event lawn on the third floor and a boardroom located on the 17th floor which can be used as a convenient and private meeting space for visiting NBA teams.

The plans indicate quite a few rooms on the 16th and 17th floors are being designed to accommodate NBA players with higher room ceilings and larger beds for 7 foot players.

Forbes: Oklahoma City Sees Brand New Omni Hotels & Resorts Property Opening This Month - https://www.forbes.com/sites/kaitlynmcinnis/2021/01/27/oklahoma-city-sees-brand-new-omni-hotels--resorts-property-opening-this-month/?sh=5654a5d94af8

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Oklahoma City Will Rogers World Airport

These four 70-foot arrows are located at Will Rogers Airport, greeting visitors to our great state. Because of their size, the towering sculpture is hard to miss when driving around the airport area. Two of the arrows are criss-crossed slightly at the top, and two of them are vertically parallel. They are all located within a 70 foot area on a grassy part of the airport grounds.



$89 million terminal expansion


Dedicated to Oklahoma's favorite son

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                                                           BancFirst Tower Renovation



                                 
                                                                            $70 million renovation and upgrades.
     
     
    The entire tower facade is being redone with 7,936 panes of glass. Glass replacement is nearly complete on the north side. Next will be the east and west    
    sides, which will be worked on simultaneously, followed by the south side.

                   
                                                                                            The BancFirst Crown

    A look inside the newly-renovated BancFirst Tower Youtube video link:  https://youtu.be/Xt--aXJmpuY


   

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OU Health Science Center complex additions.



Becker's Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. University of Oklahoma Medical Center is the only comprehensive academic hospital in the state, offering the widest range of medical and surgical services in the region. Serving as Oklahoma's only Level I trauma center, the hospital is a multi-state resource for every aspect of injury prevention and treatment. University of Oklahoma Medical Center offers the highest level of care for stroke patients, providing unmatched neurology and neurosurgery services, and is home to Oklahoma's most experienced organ transplant team. OU Health's oncology program at Stephenson Cancer Center and University of Oklahoma Medical Center was named Oklahoma's top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. Working alongside Stephenson Cancer Center, the hospital has the state's only comprehensive bone marrow transplant center and more radiation therapy options than any hospital in Oklahoma. From advanced cardiac care to orthopedic services and more, University of Oklahoma Medical Center patients benefit from healthcare based on the latest research and advances in medicine.



       OU Patient Tower



OU Health Partners $15 million renovation project

The Hudson College of Public Health offers both professional and graduate degrees, as well as several certificates.

                               Professional

Professional degrees, the Master of Public Health (MPH) and the Master of Health Administration (MHA), are considered practice degrees. The intent of the public health professional degree programs is to
    academically train public health professional practitioners to enter and eventually lead the public health workforce.  Professional degrees at the master's level    
    incorporate a practicum experience (MPH)
    or an internship (MHA), giving the professional student the opportunity to gain work experience in the chosen field of concentration.



Hope Lodge, American Cancer Society, credited Paycom CEO Chad Richison with a $5 million donation.

    Every year, approximately 3,700 cancer patients travel 40 miles or more to Oklahoma City to one of five large, rural health care systems that specialize in    
    cancer care. With treatments lasting from weeks to months, the cost of travel and lodging for these patients can be overwhelming. Patients often chose to
    skip or forgo treatment altogether due to the mounting costs associated with travel.

    The three-story Hope Lodge, designed by Miles Associates, will include a dining area, courtyard, and 34 suites with bathrooms and small living areas.  The Hope
    Lodge is set to be free to all cancer patients, compared to existing hospitality homes that often are at capacity and charge a fee.

    Because of this, the University of Oklahoma and the American Cancer Society have teamed up with the medical community and various civic-minded individuals
    to correct this tragedy. We hope to build an American Cancer Society Hope Lodge facility in Oklahoma City, a free home away from home for cancer patients
    who cannot afford lodging expenses associated with treatment.

    For many cancer patients with limited means, the Hope Lodge facility will be the only way they can access the lifesaving treatment they need. Oklahoma City's
    five health systems cover Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, Kansas and Arkansas. The existing hospitality homes are often at capacity and charge a fee. The Hope
    Lodge facility will not only be free to all cancer patients, but it will become a system of support. Patients can help each other with meal preparation, running
    errands, grocery shopping, and moral support.

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Oklahoma City's Paycom plans to add 5th Office Structure.


Paycom Headquarters, 7501 W Memorial Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73142



Additional jobs will be added to the Oklahoma City Paycom campus as work from home employees will return.


The theater at 7541 West Memorial Road would be the first new drive-in to open in the city in the past half century.

Paycom, one of Oklahoma City's largest employers, is planning to build a drive-in theater and food truck court adjoining its campus.



Tulsa World https://tulsaworld.com/news/state-and-regional/paycom-set-to-build-drive-in-theater-food-truck-court-in-oklahoma-city/article_be6929b0-39aa-11eb-9bcb-ffd33b24d256.html

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Oklahoma City's Iconic First National Center

The $275 million First National Center renovation will house 193 apartments and 146 hotel rooms as a Marriott Autograph property.  The 89-year-old bank building will house 193 apartments and 146 hotel rooms as a Marriott Autograph property.

         

The Great Banking Hall will serve as an event lobby for the residents as an extensive restoration rebrands the First National Center.

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                             Oklahoma City Will Rogers World Airport

                                 

           Press release:

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Major Changes on the Horizon for Retail and Concessions at WRWA
Will Rogers World Airport and Paradies Lagardère introduce new retail store and restaurant plan, offering both local and national icons

Oklahoma City, February 8, 2021 - Will Rogers World Airport and award-winning airport concessionaire Paradies Lagardère, with approval of the Oklahoma City Airport Trust, announce plans to redefine the traveler experience with an array of new retail stores and restaurants. The vision for this effort, originally unveiled through a competitive request for proposals, will deliver 17 new concepts that offer travelers iconic national brands and also established local favorites from the community.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the timeline to unveil the full program will be altered across different phases proportionate to returning passenger levels. Each location will be assessed and executed in a responsible and sustainable manner.

"With this exciting new concession program, nationally recognized brands are expected to come online close to the opening of the Terminal Expansion later this year. Local brands will become available as air travel recovers," said Mark Kranenburg, Director of Airports. "With the implementation of this new program, we are confident that retail and dining at WRWA will be better than it's ever been."

Currently at WRWA, Paradies Lagardère is operating several proprietary brands. Tuk Tuk Go is a unique and decorative concept offering a fresh, wide assortment of grab and go offerings. Two full-service restaurant/bar concepts are also available, The Grill at OKC and OKC Flight Cantina.

This summer expect the opening of a Tripadvisor retail store, transforming the world's largest travel website into an energetic travel essentials location. Vino Volo Craft will showcase the airport wine brand's evolution by offering its award-winning wine program alongside a new selection of inspired craft cocktails.

The iconic Starbucks is planned to open in the Fall as will Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steak Burgers, which has dozens of popular locations across Oklahoma City and was voted to Forbes' 2019 "America's Best Franchises" list.

As travel returns, the airport and Paradies Lagardère, with its business partners Kamber's at the Airport, LLC, and Plenty Mercantile, LLC, look forward to properly scheduling the remaining lineup of eclectic, exciting locations:

Restaurants
Elemental Coffee Café, the popular community-driven, small-batch roastery and cafe
Hatch, Oklahoma City's next-level breakfast destination
Osteria, the restaurant and craft bar dedicated classic Italian cuisine
Tropical Smoothie Café, serving incredible smoothies and wholesome food options

Retail Stores
Plenty Mercantile, the local gift store that champions sustainability and hospitality
Tin Lizzie's, offering a crafted selection of Oklahoma-owned boutiques, artisans and makers
Oklahoma's Own News 9 Travel Essentials, showcasing the iconic KWTV News 9
Corsa featuring Brighton and SPANX, offers top fashion and accessories for any traveler
iStore Express, the quick stop for the best tech accessories on the market

"The improvements at Will Rogers have been nothing short of extraordinary the last two decades, and the vision presented here by Paradies Lagardère reflects that evolution," said Mayor David Holt. "We're America's 25th-largest city, we have unique retail, drink and food options, and they deserve to be highlighted at our airport, which is our city's front door. From the very beginning of this process, Paradies Lagardère prioritized the concept of highlighting unique local offerings, and I'm delighted with the work they've put into it. The concession plan they are advancing will be a love letter to Oklahoma City, and that's exactly what we deserve. We look forward to this partnership."

"We greatly appreciate our long-standing partnership with Will Rogers World Airport and applaud their forward-thinking efforts in evolving their overall concessions program to reflect the new reality of today and the future," said Gregg Paradies, President and CEO of Paradies Lagardère. "We are confident that our offering of exciting local and national concepts will exceed the expectations of OKC travelers."










                                                      Press Release and subsequent pics via OKCTalk.com

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Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel Summary

OKCTalk.com https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=34292


The 605 room Omni Oklahoma City recently opened it doors; Oklahoma City now boast 3,819 downtown hotel rooms.

The 133 Room Fairfield Inn & Suites and The 255 room Hilton Garden Inn have added to the hotel expansion in the OKC core.

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3 startups reveal what makes Oklahoma home





ArborXR founders Brad Scoggin, Jordan Williams and Will Stackable launched their company after selling their previous venture, SpringboardVR. [Oklahoman, PROVIDED]

Oklahoma isn't Silicon Valley, and it sure isn't Austin. But a number of business owners are recognizing the state's growing reputation as a legit hub for tech entrepreneurs.  For more on this story, subscribe or pick up a copy of The Oklahoma's  Valentine's Day issue:  http://digital.newsok.com/Olive/ODN/Oklahoman/default.aspx

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          Former Chelino's in Bricktown sells...

                   
Chelino's once used all three patios overlooking the canal, as shown in this 2003 photo. The restaurant disclosed its sale Saturday. [PHOTO BY JIM BECKEL, THE OKLAHOMAN]

The former Chelino's Mexican Restaurant building in Bricktown — a victim of the coronavirus and related business shutdowns and slowdowns — is in new hands.

Shervin Dardashti paid Richard Bricktown LLC $1,188,000 for the 12,725-square-foot building at 15 East California in a transaction by broker Allison Barta Bailey with Price Edwards & Co. County records also show Rose Hill Builders LLC as a new part owner of the two-story property, which dates to 1906.--Oklahoman, 02/20/2021

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        Former Chelino's in Bricktown sells...

The former Chelino's Mexican Restaurant building in Bricktown — a victim of the coronavirus and related business shutdowns and slowdowns — is in new hands.

Shervin Dardashti paid Richard Bricktown LLC $1,188,000 for the 12,725-square-foot building at 15 East California in a transaction by broker Allison Barta Bailey with Price Edwards & Co. County records also show Rose Hill Builders LLC as a new part owner of the two-story property, which dates to 1906.--Oklahoman, 02/20/2020

Were they psychic? The former building sold in February 2020, not 2021. And I looked it up, you say the restaurant was "a victim of the coronavirus" when it closed on 2/2/19?

Come on man, you are just making crap up.

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Were they psychic? The former building sold in February 2020, not 2021. And I looked it up, you say the restaurant was "a victim of the coronavirus" when it closed on 2/2/19?

Come on man, you are just making crap up.

This was a cut & paste taken from Today's Oklahoman, February 20, 2021...  As for the sale and the actually close on the sale, just pasted what the Oklahoman reported.

The former Chelino's Mexican Restaurant building, 15 E California in Bricktown, has been sold. [PROVIDED/PRICE EDWARDS & CO.]
Shervin Dardashti paid Richard Bricktown LLC $1,188,000 for the 12,725-square-foot building at 15 E California in a transaction by broker Allison Barta Bailey with Price Edwards & Co. County records also show Rose Hill Builders LLC as a new part owner of the two-story property, which dates to 1906.

The new owners' exact plans for the building could not immediately be determined. Neither Dardashti nor anyone with Rose Hill Builders could be reached on Friday.

"This unique property has four patio spaces that we expect to be back in use following a renovation from the new owner," Price Edwards said. The firm had no information on timing.

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