City of Poteau

05/07/2026

Starting June 2nd, through the 25th, the Poteau Kiwanis Club will begin offering free swimming lessons at the Twyman Park Pool:
> Tuesdays and Thursdays during this time period
> From 9:00 am to 10:00 am or 10:00 am til 11:00 am
> Limited spots available
> Ages 5 and up

If interested, come by Poteau City Hall and sign up to reserve your child's spot for this limited engagement.

04/29/2026

Last week, a bear was spotted near downtown Poteau. Senior Wildlife Biologist, for the Oklahoma Wildlife Department of Conservation, Matt Hensley, would like to share some thoughts for those concerned:

https://cms8.revize.com/revize/poteau/news_detail_T28_R41.php

04/21/2026

Previously, we shared that bookings for the Twyman Park Pool would begin today; however, that date has now been moved to Monday, April 27th.

Thank you, City of Poteau

04/02/2026

Good afternoon, this is a reminder that Poteau City Hall and City of Poteau offices will be closed tomorrow for Good Friday.

Thank you, City of Poteau

03/06/2026

For those who want to make their Summer pool plans, the City of Poteau will begin accepting pool party reservations on April 21st, via the City Hall phone number (918-647-4191).

Thank you - City of Poteau and the Twyman Park Pool

03/03/2026

The City of Poteau is taking applications for lifeguards for the upcoming Summer pool season. Applications can be downloaded via the City of Poteau website (linked below), and if you have any questions, reach out to Tami Sprabery (918-647-4191).

At various times, the City of Poteau and its departments will post job openings on this page. Hyperlinked are PDFs with descriptions of the job and what will be expected of prospective employees.

01/25/2026

FYI from OG&E

01/23/2026

❄️ City of Poteau Winter Weather Road Plan ❄️

As winter weather moves into the area, the City of Poteau Street Department is monitoring conditions and pre-treating roadways in preparation for incoming weather to help improve safety and driving conditions. All equipment is ready and sitting on go!

🚜 Snowplowing will begin when accumulation starts!

Priority routes include:
• Dewey Avenue to the hospital
• Broadway
• All main north–south arterial streets
• All intersections, steep grades

While plowing, sand and salt will be applied at intersections to improve traction.

⚠️ Safety Reminders:
• Stay at least 200 feet behind snowplows
• Avoid travel during winter conditions unless necessary
• Street Department crews will work 12-hour shifts during the event

The City of Poteau Street Department is coordinating with Poteau Police, Poteau Fire, and LeFlore County Emergency Management to assist with emergency access as needed.

Stay safe, Poteau! ❄️🚜

01/03/2026

Update 9:30pm

01/02/2026

Water update 1/2/25 5:30pm

01/02/2026

Update 3:30pm
Turning on water should take a little time to pressure up!!
Please share
-Scotty