The Community & Business Relations division is a part of the City Manager's department.  It oversees policy and programs to advance local economic development, specifically as it relates to the recruitment and retention of retail or other sales tax producing businesses, as well as managing the Special Event application process. This division serves as a liaison to external stakeholders including the local business community, special event organizers, and other community partners.  

• Serving as a point-of-contact for existing and prospective businesses, commercial property owners, real estate brokers, and others

• Assisting in site location and market analysis for businesses looking to start, relocate, or expand within Norman city limits

• Working closely with other City of Norman Departments to help businesses navigate the municipal process from site selection through the construction process, all the way to their opening day and beyond.

• Actively promoting Norman’s commercial districts through varied marketing efforts at the both the local, regional and national levels.

• Managing Special Event application process, including the Film Production permit process