The Claremore City Council voted tonight to approve a Tax Increment District (TID) Agreement supporting a data center project developed by Beale Infrastructure.
The development within the Claremore Industrial Park is expected to bring an estimated $3 to 4 billion in private investment to Claremore over the next five to seven years. The project is expected to create hundreds of jobs across multiple industries, including approximately 400 to 800 construction jobs, 35 to 70 direct permanent, on-site employees and hundreds of additional full-time subcontractor roles in security, maintenance and other related services.
“This project represents a significant opportunity to support long-term economic growth and future investment in infrastructure and public services,” said John Feary. “Over the past two years, the proposal has undergone extensive review and due diligence. I appreciate the City Council’s careful and deliberate approach throughout this process. City staff and our partners have worked diligently to ensure the agreement protects the interests of Claremore residents, taxpayers and utility customers while positioning the community for sustainable, long-term growth.”
The approved incentive structure utilizes a TID authorized under Oklahoma’s Local Development Act and does not involve taxpayer funding or direct payments to the developer. Under the TID process, local governments and public agencies that serve the project area, or receive property tax revenue from it, were identified to receive annual payments in lieu of taxes from the developer to support schools, public safety and community services.
Participating entities, all of which unanimously approved the agreement, include Sequoyah Public Schools, Oologah Public Schools, Oologah-Talala Emergency Medical Services, Northeast Technology Center District No. 11, Rogers County, the Rogers County Fair and the Rogers County Health Department.
“At Beale, we lead with a ‘community-first’ approach, and we take great pride in partnering with communities like Claremore to create real, lasting employment opportunities and build a skilled local workforce for the future,” said Tony Burkart, Senior Vice President of Public Policy & Public Affairs at Beale Infrastructure. “We are grateful for the thoughtful conversations with the city and community members, and we remain committed to investing in the people of Claremore — because a stronger workforce means a stronger community. We look forward to announcing additional funding and workforce development initiatives in the near future.”
According to information shared by Beale at the public meeting, the project is expected to deliver transformative long-term benefits to Claremore through direct investment in schools, workforce development, municipal infrastructure and community partnerships. Estimated investments include approximately $140 million to schools, which could support programs such as teacher recruitment or new school facilities; $25 million to support programs such as workforce training, certifications, apprenticeships and job placement initiatives; more than $100 million toward local infrastructure, utilities and public safety improvements; and approximately $11 million in support for local nonprofits, community organizations and strategic partnerships.
Consistent with large-scale economic development projects, the Claremore Data Center will undergo additional planning, permitting and regulatory reviews at the local, state and federal levels. Pending completion of those requirements and other pre-construction activities, construction is expected to begin in early fall 2026.
“Through its investment in the site and infrastructure, along with annual payments to support schools, public safety, and community services, Beale Infrastructure is expected to become one of the largest contributors to local taxing entities in Rogers County,” said Meggie Froman-Knight. “The benefits of this project extend well beyond the site itself. It has the potential to support workforce training and apprenticeship opportunities, strengthen school funding, and create new business opportunities tied to construction, services and long-term operations.”
Additional project details, including information related to zoning, utilities, infrastructure, environmental considerations, economic impact and the City’s review process, are available at https://claremore.com/datacenter/. Additional information about the project and its potential community benefits is available in a letter to the community from Feary at https://claremore.com/city-managers-office/.