Broken Arrow Council in Oklahoma Rejects by 4-1 the Construction of a Massive Islamic Center After Massive Citizen Opposition
The Broken Arrow City Council, Oklahoma, voted 4-1 to deny the rezoning request that would allow the construction of a 15-acre Islamic center, including a mosque, in the southern area of the city near Olive Avenue and the Creek Turnpike.
Hundreds of local residents, many committed patriots, packed the special meeting at the Northeastern State University campus, expressing concerns about traffic, infrastructure, and cultural compatibility, which required a strong police presence to maintain order.
🚨 BREAKING: In a MASSIVE victory, the City of Broken Arrow in Oklahoma has REJECTED construction of a massive Islamic Center
Hundreds of patriot residents showed up and made their voices heard!
The final vote was 4-1 in DENIAL.
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— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) January 13, 2026
The proposal, presented by the Islamic Society of Tulsa (IST), sought to expand its facilities due to the growth of the Muslim community in the area, arguing overload at its current mosque in Midtown Tulsa.
However, opponents highlighted that the site does not meet zoning requirements, such as sewer capacity and stormwater management, and questioned possible links to controversial organizations like the North American Islamic Trust.
The Oklahoma Attorney General, Gentner Drummond, initiated an investigation into the project’s financing, citing legal and public concerns. The denial was based strictly on land use and infrastructure concerns, according to the statement issued after the vote on January 12, 2026.
The vote culminated after nearly four hours of intense debate, where more than 50 people spoke, some alleging that the center could harbor radical elements and erode the Christian and Western identity of the community.
Councilor Justin Green emphasized that his negative vote was based strictly on zoning norms, not on prejudices. Despite prior recommendations for approval by the Broken Arrow Planning Commission in December 2025, the council prioritized the citizen voice.