SODA is a voluntary association of town, city and county governments and conservation districts within the 10-county region of Atoka, Bryan, Carter, Coal, Garvin, Johnston, Love, Marshall, Murray and Pontotoc counties in southern Oklahoma. SODA was established in 1957 and is one of 11 Councils of Governments in Oklahoma.
SODA is headquartered in Durant, Oklahoma. SODA provides planning and coordination services in such areas as community and economic development, rural fire defense and health and nutrition services for older adults.
Providing for a comprehensive and coordinated continuum of services and opportunities so older people can live dignified, productive and independent lives.
Helping communities fund and implement significant capital improvement projects that will expand the social and economic development potential of southern Oklahoma communities.
Coordinating support services and providing technical assistance to rural fire departments in southern Oklahoma.
Identifies local transportation needs and conducts planning to support the statewide transportation planning process in south, central Oklahoma.