oklahoma association of regional councils
Advancing Regional Collaboration Across Oklahoma
About OARC
Helping Oklahoma’s cities, towns, and counties work together for a stronger future
The Oklahoma Association of Regional Councils (OARC) unites 11 Councils of Governments that serve all 77 counties, 629 cities and towns, and 3.5 million residents. Together, these councils help local government leaders plan for growth, secure funding, strengthen public safety, and deliver vital services that improve the quality of life for Oklahomans.
OARC Mission
OARC unites Oklahoma’s 11 regional councils to provide essential services, strengthen local governments, and advocate for communities at the state and federal levels.
OARC Purpose
Strengthen the ability of Councils of Governments to serve communities
Represent local governments at state and federal levels
Provide a forum for collaboration and exhange of ideas
Educate community leaders and the public about COG services
OARC Snapshot: Our Impact In Numbers
$105.5M
Awarded through grants and contracts for COG projects.
$43.4M
Requested in Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) funding applications.
$29.8M
Projects leveraged by REAP grants.
$15.9M
Grants, equipment, and services for 850 rural fire departments.
1.7M
Meals served to older adults (60+).
38.8K
Older adults supported with independent living services.
$39.4M
Transportation planning and construction projects.
402
REAP grants awarded to rural communities
223
Programs and services offered statewide.
FIND YOUR COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
Our Services
What Councils of Governments Do
Community & Economic Development
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Support job creation and local business growth
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Offer funding and planning for regional projects
Public Safety & Preparedness
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Support rural fire protection and emergency planning
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Help communities meet federal preparedness requirements
Transportation & Infrastructure
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Develop transportation plans and regional transit
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Secure financing for public works and infrastructure upgrades
Quality of Life Programs
- Provide aging services, housing programs, and youth development
OARC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OARC is governed by a Board of Directors made up of executive leaders from each of Oklahoma’s 11 Councils of Governments. The board meets monthly to discuss legislation, hear reports from state and federal agencies, and explore new funding and collaboration opportunities.
| COG | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | CITY & PHONE | WEBSITE |
| Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) | Mark W. Sweeney, AICP OARC Chairman |
Oklahoma City 405.234.2264 |
acogok.org |
| Association of South Central Oklahoma Governments (ASCOG) | Perry Brinegar | Duncan 580.736.7983 |
ascog.org |
| Central Oklahoma Economic Development District (COEDD) | David Hinkle | Shawnee 405.273.6410 |
coedd.net |
| Eastern Oklahoma Development District (EODD) | Scott Harding | Muskogee 918.682.7891 |
eoddok.org |
| Grand Gateway Economic Development Association (GGEDA) | Errin Clocker | Big Cabin 918.276.2501 |
grandgateway.org |
| Indian Nations Council of Governments (INCOG) | Rich Brierre | Tulsa 918.584.7526 |
incog.org |
| Kiamichi Economic Development District of Oklahoma (KEDDO) | Kim Rose | Wilburton 918.456.2367 |
keddo.org |
| Northern Oklahoma Development Authority (NODA) | Jonathan Cross | Enid 580.237.4810 |
noda-ok.org |
| Oklahoma Economic Development Authority (OEDA) | Cecil Michael (Interim) | Hooker 580.823.7639 |
www.oeda.org |
| Southern Oklahoma Development Association (SODA) | Dr. Steve Mills | Durant 580.920.1388 |
www.soda-ok.org |
| South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) | Susan Carter | Burns Flat 580.562.5040 |
www.swoda.org |