Residents of Perkins can look forward to new dining options as the Planning Commission nears the approval of a permit for a Dunkin' Donuts location. During the recent Planning Commission and Floodplain Board meeting, it was revealed that the city is on the verge of resolving drainage issues that have delayed the project.

City officials indicated that the primary holdup has been related to drainage concerns affecting the neighborhood to the south and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation's (ODOT) requirements for drainage to the north towards the highway. However, significant progress has been made, with engineers expected to approve the necessary fixes shortly.

In addition to the Dunkin' Donuts update, the meeting highlighted a robust response to recent online surveys conducted by the city, although specific details on the survey results were not disclosed. The commission is currently compiling this feedback and aims to provide a draft report by September.

The discussions also touched on the timeline for upcoming public forums, with a previous session held in March. As the city continues to address these developments, residents can anticipate enhanced dining possibilities and further community engagement in the planning process.