Financial Management & Stability
- Every tax dollar traceable and accountable
- Stronger internal controls and independent oversight
- Budgets that protect core services before nonessential spending
Putting Our Citizens and City First
Re-elect Rodney Zimmerman for Yukon City Council, Ward 1
Lifelong Yukon resident. Teacher. Coach. Your neighbor on the council—working for fiscal responsibility, strong infrastructure, and transparent government.
2026 Election
Election Day
February 10, 2026
7 A.M. – 7 P.M.
Early Voting
February 5–6, 2026
8 A.M. – 6 P.M.
Meet Councilman Rodney Zimmerman
Teacher. Coach. Councilman. Your Neighbor.
Rodney Zimmerman is a Yukon native and Yukon High School graduate who has spent over two decades teaching social studies and coaching at Yukon High School. He currently serves as head coach for the girls' cross country and track & field programs while continuing to shape young minds in the classroom.
In February 2022, voters elected Rodney to represent Ward 1 on the Yukon City Council with about 61% of the vote over the incumbent. As both an educator and councilmember, Rodney's public service is rooted in the belief that local government should be accessible, accountable, and focused on the basics: safe neighborhoods, sound finances, reliable infrastructure, and a strong local economy.
Rodney brings a teacher's preparation and a coach's work ethic to the council—listening first, doing the homework, and working as part of a team to solve problems for our community.
Quick Facts
- Lifelong Yukon resident and YHS graduate
- 20+ years teaching social studies at Yukon High School
- Head coach, Girls' Cross Country & Track and Field
- Elected to Ward 1 City Council in 2022 (61% of vote)
- Focus: Fiscal accountability, infrastructure, transparency
Rodney's Priorities for Our Community
A clear focus on the fundamentals that make Yukon a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Infrastructure & Utility Improvements
- Proactive street maintenance and neighborhood road rehabilitation
- Continued investment in water, sewer, and drainage capacity
- Parks, trails, and sidewalks that connect neighborhoods
Good Governance & Transparency
- Support for audit recommendations and whistleblower protections
- Protecting citizens' privacy with new technologies
- Plain-language communication from City Hall
Economic Development & Stronger Local Economy
- Projects that broaden the tax base without overburdening infrastructure
- Supporting local small businesses and retail corridors
- Using incentives responsibly with fairness and transparency
Smart Growth & Responsible Planning
- Matching new development with infrastructure capacity
- Protecting neighborhood character while planning for future needs
- Planning driven by data, public input, and long-term thinking
Results for Our Community
Working as part of the council team to deliver real improvements for Yukon residents.
Fiscal Stewardship
- Identified ~$30 million in city funds sitting in low-interest accounts and reinvested them to generate an additional $1.5 million in revenue
- Launched a competitive RFP for banking services to ensure better rates
- Asked tough questions when independent auditors revealed years of mismanagement under prior city managers
Streets, Utilities & Infrastructure
- Repaved half of Garth Brooks Boulevard with the remainder scheduled for completion
- Completed 75% of planned concrete street panel replacements (96-panel project)
- Filed for permit to expand wastewater treatment plant capacity to 4.5 million gallons/day
- Approved new utility-rate plan making sanitation and water/sewer billing more transparent
- Approved first phase of sidewalk project on Cornwell between Van Elm and Glenda Ave
- Completed and reopened Freedom Trail Park (playground and splash pad) for families
Good Governance & Transparency
- Formed a Charter Change Committee that proposed giving voters the power to directly elect the mayor
- Passed ordinance requiring all city boards/authorities/commissions to meet publicly with recorded meetings
- Spoke out about protecting citizens' privacy when location-tracking data tools were proposed
- Supported bringing in professional city management leadership with stronger financial practices
Local Economy & Jobs
- Restarted the Yukon Economic Development Authority (YEDA) to promote new development and streamline permitting
- Focus on making zoning and development processes more business-friendly
Smart Growth & Planning
- Declined to force annexation of 2,079 acres west of Yukon—respecting property owner consent
- Voted to drop plans for a proposed 12,000-seat amphitheater after feasibility study showed it would result in long-term losses—fiscal prudence over flashy projects
Ward 1
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Rodney Zimmerman represents Ward 1 on the Yukon City Council. Ward 1 covers the eastern portion of Yukon—south of Route 66 and north of Vandament Ave on the east side of the city. It's home to many established families, homeowners, and working professionals who make this community strong.
Yukon is a stable and growing suburban community of roughly 25,000 residents in the Oklahoma City metro area. Known for excellent public schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and historic Route 66 heritage, Yukon continues to attract new families while maintaining its welcoming small-town character.
Do I live in Ward 1?
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Serving Our Community
A Teacher's Heart. A Coach's Work Ethic.
For nearly two decades, Rodney has taught and coached local students—showing up early, staying late, and helping young people learn discipline, teamwork, and responsibility. He brings that same attitude to city service: listen first, do the homework, and work with others to solve problems.
Rodney's dual role as an educator and councilmember gives him a unique, grounded perspective on how city decisions affect real lives. From safe routes to school and functioning drainage to parks, events, and business vitality—he sees every day how families depend on a well-run city.
As a longtime classroom teacher and coach, Rodney understands that sustainable success comes from preparation, teamwork, and putting the needs of others first. That's exactly the approach he brings to the council chamber.
"My goal has been to help Yukon turn the page and build a culture of integrity and accountability at City Hall." — Rodney Zimmerman
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