Public Meetings - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Consent Calendar - Minutes of regular meetings on May 20, 2026 (1A, 1B) were approved unanimously. Proclamations & Recognitions - Council recognized the passing of Tulsa Police Officer Derek Alexander (33 years of service) with a moment of silence. - Years-of-service proclamations were presented to city employees, including George Gasper (Water and Sewer, 25 years), Judith A. Mitchell (Water and Sewer, 25 years), and others with 20 to 35 years of service. Appointments & Reappointments - 2A – Dr. Rogers reappointment to the Human Rights Commission: Approved unanimously after public comment from John Hoffines, who expressed support for the reappointment and thanked the council. Public Hearings - 3A – Ordinance amending Title 11 (Streets Maintenance Special Revenue Fund): No public speakers; motion to enter and exit public hearing passed unanimously. - 3B – Kendall Whittier Improvement District No. 1 annual assessment roll: Two speakers spoke in favor. Jamie Barnes (Vice President, Kendall Whittier Improvement District Board) and Derek Mordhorst (President, Kendall Whittier Improvement District Board) both supported continuing the improvement district’s work, citing collaboration with Kendall Whittier Main Street and effective use of funds for maintenance, security grants, and sidewalk improvements. Public hearing closed; the item was approved later. Mayor's Items - 4B through 4U (with items 4C–4K pulled): Approved unanimously, including an emergency clause on 4B. Public comment was received on items 4T and 4U from John Hoffines, who expressed support for a travel donation from Tulsa Innovation Labs for economic development director Aaron Persley to attend Infrastructure Week 2026 in Washington, D.C. Authorities, Boards, and Commissions - 5A – Rezoning application Z7858 (OL and RS to CG) at SE corner of W 49th St and S Tacoma Ave: No speakers; approved unanimously. Ordinances (First Reading) - Items 6A through 6F were forwarded to the next meeting without objection. Ordinances (Second Reading) - 7F – Right-of-way occupancy fee increase: Approved with emergency clause. - 7G – ARPA fund budget transfer ($108,408.53): Two public speakers: James Alexander criticized the city's use of ARPA funds, arguing they should have prioritized child care and education over airport and other projects. Bernice Alexander deferred comment. The motion to approve items 7F through 7L (with emergency clause on 7F) passed unanimously. - 7I – Closing a public alley at 702 S Main Street for parking garage development - 7J – Stormwater service charge increase (from $13.69 to $14.65 per month, effective Oct 1, 2026) - 7K – Solid waste rate adjustments for residential collection services - All approved unanimously. Council Items - 8A – Announcements: Councilmember Dutton honored the life of Mary Jo Luster, a West Side artist and teacher who opened the Red Fork Art Gallery, and noted her request for donations to Street Cats of Tulsa or Animal Aid of Tulsa. Key Outcomes - All votes on agenda items were unanimous, with no dissenting votes recorded. - Items 4C–K, 5B, and 7A–E were pulled from the agenda. - The meeting concluded after public comments, with no new business or appeals.

The City of Tulsa Board of Adjustment held its 1384th meeting on June 9, 2026, beginning at 1:03 p.m. and adjourning at 2:28 p.m. The board considered nine agenda items including a consent calendar item, several special exceptions, and variances. All applications were approved with votes as noted. Consent Calendar - Agenda Item 1 – Minutes of Meeting 1383 (May 26, 2026): The board voted to continue approval of the minutes to the next meeting on June 23, 2026, as members had not had time to review the draft received that morning. The motion passed unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Agenda Item 2 (BOA24050): No public speakers. A letter from Holy Family Cathedral expressed support for the music venue and vinyl record press project, noting appreciation for development in the Cathedral District. - Agenda Item 6 (BOA24054): No public speakers. A letter from Mr. Donahue, the neighbor to the south (out of the country), was received opposing the variance, though the applicant stated he had been unable to communicate with Mr. Donahue. - All other agenda items had no public speakers or written opposition. Discussion Items - Agenda Item 2 – BOA24050 (913 South Boulder Avenue): Brian Elliott requested a special exception to allow a large indoor assembly and entertainment use (music venue with up to 1,300-person capacity) and a low-impact manufacturing use (vinyl record press) in the Central Business District. The project includes workforce apartments and a café in the former First Christian Church. The board found the adaptive reuse appropriate and the vinyl press minimal in impact. The motion to approve was unanimous. - Agenda Item 3 – BOA24051 (5150 East 101st Street South): Tony Torres, representing River Oaks Presbyterian Church, requested a special exception to amend a previously approved site plan for a 5,000-square-foot addition to the religious education building. No parking or worship capacity increase was included. Two neighborhood meetings were held with no opposition. The board noted the church has operated since 1981 and the expansion is away from residential areas. The motion to approve was unanimous. - Agenda Item 4 – BOA24052 (2629 North Columbia Avenue): Jesse Stringer requested a special exception to permit a detached single-family house in the CS district. The property had been rezoned from IL to CS to allow residential use while avoiding setbacks on adjacent industrial lots. The board discussed potential future conflicts but found the proposal modest. The motion to approve passed with Ms. Dumas abstaining (4-0-1). - Agenda Item 5 – BOA24053 (262 North Yukon Avenue): Isaiah Coleman requested a special exception for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in an RS-3 district. The property is in Owen Park, which is outside an overlay that would have allowed ADUs by right; thus a special exception was required. The ADU will be created from an existing detached building and will serve veterans through a Section 8 voucher program. The board found the proposal thoughtful and consistent with the neighborhood. The motion to approve was unanimous. - Agenda Item 6 – BOA24054 (3105 South Gary Avenue): Robert Bell requested a variance to reduce the rear street setback from 35 feet to 10 feet in an RS-1 district. The lot is irregular, fronting three streets (31st Street, Gary Avenue, and Gary Court – a dead-end street only 30 feet wide). The applicant argued the hardship arose from the lot shape and topography, and that the variance allowed the garage to be placed away from the neighbor’s driveway. The board split; Mr. Hill and Ms. Dumas voted no, citing the self-imposed nature of the large house size (4,356 square feet). The motion to approve passed 3-2. - Agenda Item 7 – BOA24055 (7447 East 101st Street South): Derek McCall requested two special exceptions: to increase driveway width from 30 to 32 feet (and from 27 to 32 feet in the right-of-way) and to increase fence height from 4 to 6 feet within the front street setback for a large single-family home on a 4.7-acre lot. The lot contains floodplain and steep slopes, and the taller ornamental fence was requested for safety. The board found the relief reasonable given the lot size. The motion to approve was unanimous. - Agenda Item 8 – BOA24056 (11405 East 27th Street South): Myra Ramos requested a special exception to modify dimensional and setback requirements for an existing partially built carport. The carport exceeded allowed size (21x25 feet vs. 20x20), height within 10 feet of property line (13’4” vs. 8’), and projection into street setback (25 feet vs. 20). Ms. Ramos stated she was unaware a permit was needed. The board acknowledged the modest overage and the need to protect vehicles from weather. The motion to approve passed 4-1 (Mr. Hill opposed). - Agenda Item 9 – BOA24057 (Northwest corner of West 71st Street and South Union Avenue): Derek McCall requested two variances: to reduce the minimum number of cottage houses arranged around a common open space from three to two, and to increase the maximum building coverage per cottage house from 1,000 to 1,250 square feet. The 65-unit rental development on a steeply sloping 37-foot grade change could not accommodate townhomes as originally planned. The board acknowledged the unique topography and that the zoning code does not perfectly address this housing type. The motion to approve all variances was unanimous. Key Outcomes - Approved Unanimously: Agenda items 1 (continuance), 2, 3, 5, 7, and 9. - Approved with Abstention: Agenda item 4 (Ms. Dumas abstained). - Approved 4-1: Agenda item 8 (Mr. Hill opposed). - Approved 3-2: Agenda item 6 (Mr. Hill and Ms. Dumas opposed). - All applications were approved as requested; no applications were denied or tabled.

The Animal Welfare Commission met on June 8, 2026, at 5:30 PM (televised on Channel 24 and TGovonline.org). The primary agenda item was a detailed presentation on the new Animal Services Facility, which has been in development for 13 years with $13.8 million in funding. The meeting also included approval of previous minutes, discussion of future meeting logistics, and public comment. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting. Motion passed by roll call (Jamie, yes; Kunzweiler, yes). Public Comments & Testimony - GM Lyon (public commenter): Raised concerns about the cat housing design, citing cautions from Cornell and UC Davis shelter medicine programs against the style used. Asked whether the cat housing was the type warned against; the architect confirmed it is not the specific housing (mesh/metal, not the cautioned style) and that funding for the cautioned style was not available. Also questioned why the Sally port (enclosed unloading area) was considered an extra cost, noting it is industry standard. Inquired about the percentage of people space to animal space in the facility. Mentioned unresolved open records requests for monthly reports from Q2 2025 and for readable floor plans. The commission chair noted the open records issue was not on the agenda but acknowledged the request. Discussion Items - New Animal Services Facility Presentation: Sherry Carrier (Animal Service Director) and Hope Angley (GH2 architect) presented a slide show comparing renderings to current construction photos. Key features highlighted: - Lobby and Entry: Welcoming, wide space with a conference room, cat adoption spaces, and a "gotcha wall" for adoption photos. Future mural by Tulsa Arts Commission featuring shelter animals. - Dog Kennel Pods: Color-coded pods (21 kennels each) with separate isolation areas, acoustic materials, flushable trench drains, and individual cleaning systems. An extra two pods (42 kennels) were funded by a lead gift from the Bernstein Foundation. - Cat Adoption Space: Includes a catio (enclosed outdoor area) and permanent cages. Second art project planned for the catio exterior. - Clinic and Intake: Dedicated space for heartworm treatments, vaccines, and foster appointments; three surgery tables (up from two); recovery kennels; and a proper office for the doctor and supervisor. - Sally Port: Secure, covered unloading area with vehicle wash-down capability and storage racks. - Volunteer Workroom/Break Room: Computers for staff, tile and acoustic ceilings. - Open Office Space: Shared workspace with natural light. - Construction Status: Exterior framing, waterproofing, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, and tile installation underway. Keys expected by end of September 2026, contingent on weather. - Future Meeting Logistics: The commission discussed asking the city council to change meeting frequency from monthly to every other month (requires ordinance change). Also discussed the possibility of holding future commission meetings at the new facility, though concerns were raised about public access and televising capabilities. The chair agreed to inquire. Key Outcomes - Minutes Approved: Unanimous. - Presentation Received: No formal vote; information item. - No Old or New Business: Items 4 and 5 had no items. - Public Comment Acknowledged: No action taken on open records requests or design concerns. - Next Steps: The commission will explore changing meeting frequency and possibly holding meetings at the new facility. The facility opening is targeted for late September 2026.

The Tulsa Women's Commission met on June 5, 2026, at noon in its new regular meeting room. The central feature was a presentation by the Tulsa Area United Way on the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) data, followed by updates from the commission's five committees and a discussion of a liaison appointment to the Human Rights Commission. Consent Calendar - Approval of minutes: Motion by Commissioner Morgan, second by Commissioner Bent. Approved unanimously by voice vote. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public signed up to speak. Discussion Items - ALICE Presentation: Alison Anthony (President and CEO, Tulsa Area United Way) and Melanie Polter (Director of Research and Data) presented the ALICE framework. Key points: - ALICE describes households that earn above the federal poverty level but cannot afford basic necessities (survival wage). - In Tulsa County, 49% of households are below the ALICE threshold: 19% in poverty, 30% ALICE. - Survival wage for a single adult in Tulsa County: $30,000/year; one adult, one child: $50,000; two working adults, two children: $85,000. - Child care is the largest expense for a family of four, taking 22% of the budget ($1,500/month). - Oklahoma ranks 48th nationally in child care affordability. - The ALICE survival wage is approximately 250% of the federal poverty level, while public assistance programs like SNAP cap eligibility at 130% of poverty, leaving a gap. - Data is publicly available at foralice.org and can be filtered by county, ZIP code, and legislative district. - The presenters urged using the data to inform policy and employer practices. - Committee Updates: - Personal Safety (reported by Bethesda for Commissioner Jacobs): Focus on situational awareness and self-defense; members are reaching out to experts Carol Bush, Lori Fulbright, and Laurel Roberts. - Housing and Economic Security (co-chaired by Dr. Bent): Working on representative recruitment, especially from immigrant and younger women communities. - Community Safety and Belonging (Commissioner Duke): Developed a core principle (“all women in Tulsa should feel invited, connected, and like they matter”) and is creating a catalog of connection opportunities (safety resources, motherhood, seasoned women, social/cultural). - Health and Emotional Safety (chair not named): Met on May 18; planning October 3 event with the Family Safety Center and aiming for cross-committee coordination. - Systems Rights and Institutional Safety (Commissioner Edwards): Reviewing policy; noted interest in using ALICE data to inform advocacy. - Human Rights Commission Liaison: Commissioner Edwards stepped down from the liaison role due to a scheduling conflict. The commission decided to form a nominating committee and bring a slate of candidates for a vote at the August meeting. Key Outcomes - Minutes approved. - Presentation received; commissioners encouraged to share ALICE data with networks. - Committee updates noted; all committees continue work, with reports expected at the August meeting. - Liaison appointment to the Human Rights Commission deferred to August. - Next commission meeting: August (first Friday at noon); no meeting in July. - Announcements included: a new state law allowing foster youth to age out at 21 with stipends (Commissioner Braddock shared her story with Channel 6 News); a satellite permit center at City Hall; and the Gathering Greenwood Genealogy event (June 18–20).

The Tulsa City Council Public Works Committee met on June 3, 2026, to consider several items including alley closures, contract change orders, license agreements, rate changes for solid waste and stormwater, right-of-way occupancy fees, and a discussion on data transparency. The meeting was chaired by an unnamed presiding officer and included council members Bellis, Bingle, Gilbert, and others. Consent Calendar - Item 2: Ordinance closing a public way at 702 South Main Street for development of an ONG parking garage. An easement for a sanitary sewer and PSO aerial lines was maintained. Approved. - Item 3: Change order number three to contract with Tri-Star Construction for a concrete parking lot and sidewalk at Turkey Mountain Rockyards in the amount of $50,993 and 185 additional calendar days. Approved. - Item 4: License agreement with Jennifer and Fronter House Larson Trust for a flagstone walkway within the right-of-way at 3456 South Gary Place. Approved. Discussion Items - Item 5 – Solid Waste Rate Changes: Ordinance amending Title 11B to increase monthly user fees for residential collection services effective October 1, 2026. Staff (Cheryl Black and Philip) presented the changes, including discontinuation of twice-weekly service and new camera systems on collection vehicles to monitor placement and contamination. Councilors discussed cart placement issues (Bingle), recycling cart swaps and costs (Gilbert), and privacy and data retention for cameras (Bellis). Staff noted that the camera footage is retained for 30 days and is only used for investigating complaints; data is held by the contractor with read-only access for the city. The recycling contamination rate is at a historic low. The ordinance will be recommended to the full council. - Item 6 – Stormwater Service Charge Increase: Ordinance amending Title 11A to increase the monthly stormwater service charge by 7% from $13.69 to $14.65 effective October 1, 2026. Staff referenced a previous presentation on April 29, 2026. Councilor Bingle inquired about GIS mapping of public vs. private drainage responsibilities, which is still in progress. The item will be recommended to the full council. - Item 7 – Right-of-Way Occupancy Fees: Ordinance amending Title 11 to increase occupancy fees for permit holders by one to three cents per linear foot, resulting in an annual revenue increase of approximately $4,500, effective July 1, 2026. Brief discussion; will be recommended to the full council. - Item 8 – Data Transparency and Public Access: Discussion with City Auditor Nathan (designee) regarding a proposed plan to implement the recently passed ordinance on data transparency. The auditor outlined a timeline: in fiscal year 2026, identify city data sets and data from public trusts/authorities, prioritize them, and return to council in December with a prioritization report and budget options. The goal is to hire a team and build an office of data transparency in the next fiscal year. Councilors Bellis, Bingle, and Gilbert asked about coordination with the Department of Performance and Accountability, data governance, data retention policies for vendor data, and making data usable for residents. No formal action was taken; the discussion was for informational purposes. Key Outcomes - The committee approved items 2-4 as part of the consent calendar. - Items 5-7 were discussed and will be forwarded to the full city council for a vote. - Item 8 was a discussion only; the auditor will return in December with a prioritization plan and budget options. - No roll call votes were recorded in the transcript; all actions appeared to be by consensus.

The meeting was called to order at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The primary focus was the adoption of the FY2026-27 budget, along with several related ordinances and resolutions. Key discussions included amendments to the Vision Fund surplus allocation, technical changes to the proposed budget, and supplemental appropriations for the current fiscal year. Discussion Items - Ordinance Amending Title 43K (Vision Fund Surplus): The ordinance adjusts the allowable uses for the $103 million surplus from the 2016 limited purpose economic development sales tax. Changes include expanded flexibility for the municipal court/lockup project to allow demolition, new construction, rehabilitation, or use for public facilities within the arena district or a convention hotel. Additionally, if grant funding is received for the public safety center, those funds will be reappropriated to other uses under the ordinance. - Ordinance Amending Title 45 (Use Tax): This restores the use tax allocation to the general fund by removing the 2016 language that dedicated 15% of use tax revenue to debt service for Title 43K, as that debt is no longer needed. - Budget Technical Changes: Staff reviewed a memo of technical changes to the proposed FY2026-27 budget. Key adjustments include: - $7.5 million for the Tulsa Zoo's African Wilds exhibit, contingent on the zoo raising $2.5 million from other sources. - $7 million in FY2028 for homelessness programs (reduced from the originally proposed $17 million), with $500,000 set aside for shelter operations. - $100,000 from the general fund to seed a Route 66 maintenance fund. - No change in FY2027 for emergency management funding, but a recommendation to reassess in FY2028 after hiring a new director. - Various departmental adjustments, including increased funding for animal services ($185,000 total for chemicals and food), a website developer position moved from police to communications, and demolition funding of $840,000 for two properties (one estimated at $495,000, the other at $345,000). - Mental Health and Homelessness Funding: The small budget committee recommended funding a forensic assertive community treatment (ACT) team using opioid dollars ($400,000 in the first year) through a future budget amendment. The COPES 911 mental health program will continue to be monitored for potential future scaling, but no FY2027 change was recommended. - Mayoral Transfer Authority (Item 7): Ordinance authorizing the mayor to transfer unexpended appropriations up to $100,000 within the same department and fund, expiring July 31, 2026. Councilors requested a monthly written report to the full council detailing these transfers, which was added to the ordinance. - Supplemental Appropriations for FY2025-26 (Item 17): Approves $9,415,000 from unappropriated fund balance in the general fund, plus amounts in other funds, to cover year-end deficits. Major drivers include police department raises and overtime ($6.2 million), fire department raises, and animal services costs. - ARPA Fund Reallocation (Item 18): Reallocates $180,408.53 from completed ARPA projects (e.g., Rudisill, Housing Choice Voucher program) to finance ARPA administration and pre-approved plans program recommended by the 3H Task Force. - Ratification of TPFA Debt Agreements (Items 8-16): Nine resolutions ratifying capital improvement project agreements with the Tulsa Public Facilities Authority and Tulsa Parking Authority for previously issued debt. Key Outcomes - The ordinance amending Title 43K was presented with the noted changes; discussion indicated support. - The ordinance amending Title 45 was presented with no questions. - The technical change memo was reviewed, and councilors expressed general agreement with the recommendations, including the zoo funding and homelessness reduction. - The mayoral transfer ordinance was amended to include a monthly reporting requirement to the full council. - The supplemental appropriations for FY2025-26 were approved as presented. - The ARPA fund reallocation was approved. - All items appeared to be on track for adoption at the regular council meeting; no formal votes were taken during this worksession.

This meeting of the Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission (TMAPC) was held on June 3, 2026. The commission considered several rezoning, comprehensive plan amendment, replat, and preliminary plat requests. Key discussions included a controversial rezoning for a proposed RV park, which was denied, and updates on the dissolution of TMAPC and creation of separate city and county planning commissions. Director's Report - Susan Miller reported that both the City and County are working to establish their own planning commissions. A joint resolution will dissolve TMAPC, after which the city will adopt a resolution to create a new City of Tulsa Planning Commission. The mayor will begin appointing members once the date is set. - The County successfully obtained a state statute change allowing the modification of the County Planning Commission terms from six years to two years, with six members plus a chair appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. The new law is already in effect. The County is working on its process with an estimated 60-90 day timeline. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 1 & 4 (Z7860 & CPA131): Multiple neighbors spoke in opposition to the rezoning of 3.8 acres from RS-3 to CS for a proposed RV park. Speakers included Joan Wright (524 N 39th West Ave), JP Lands (618 N 41st West Ave), Monica Smedley (518 N 39th West Ave), Brooke Go Lightly (562 N 38th West Ave), Hunter Jacob (525 N 41st West Ave), Ann Pollard (622 N 41st West Ave), and Stacey Cuccio (3504 W Edison St). They expressed concerns about lack of detailed plans, traffic, noise, sewage capacity, drainage, security, and irreversible change to the neighborhood character. Several noted they support commercial development on the portion already zoned CS but oppose expanding it into the residential area. Hunter Jacob disputed the applicant’s account of tree damage and communication. - Item 3 (CZ593): Dr. Eric Michael (11400 N Sheridan Rd) opposed rezoning AG to RS1 for a 108-lot subdivision, stating the area is agricultural and he fears rezoning will affect surrounding properties and potentially lead to eminent domain. Discussion Items - Items 1 & 4 (Z7860 & CPA131): Staff recommended approval with an optional development plan (ODP) prohibiting certain uses and requiring an 8-foot fence. Applicant Darnell Blackman presented plans for a gated luxury RV park with 55 slips, amenities, and community concessions (e.g., moving pickleball court to shield neighbors). He argued the rezoning is necessary and denied allegations of neglect or flipping property. Commissioner Craddock expressed concern that CS zoning would go too deep into the residential neighborhood, impacting livability. Commissioner Whitlock noted it would change the aesthetic of the area. After debate, the commission voted to deny both the comprehensive plan amendment (CPA131) and the rezoning (Z7860). The motion to deny passed 6-5 on each item. - Item 3 (CZ593): Staff recommended approval. Applicant was absent. Commissioner Humphrey made a motion to deny, but it failed. Commissioner Craddock then moved to continue the item to the next meeting to allow applicant-neighbor engagement, which passed. - Item 2 (CZ592): Rezone from IL to AG for a home and small farm. Unanimously approved. - Item 5 (Estates West replat): Name change of previously approved subdivision plat. Approved unanimously. - Item 6 (River Line preliminary plat): First phase of a mixed-use MPD. Approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - CPA131 (Comprehensive Plan Amendment): Denied by a vote of 6-5. - Z7860 (Rezoning): Denied by a vote of 6-5. - CZ592 (County Rezoning): Approved unanimously. - CZ593 (County Rezoning): Continued to the June 17, 2026 meeting. - Item 5 (Replat): Approved unanimously. - Item 6 (Preliminary Plat): Approved unanimously. Note: The meeting adjourned after all items were addressed.

The Urban Economic Development Committee met on June 3, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. chaired by Councillor Ballis. The meeting covered reappointments, rezoning applications, a special assessment district renewal, and the designation of new Main Street districts. Item six was pulled from the agenda. Reappointment to the Human Rights Commission - Dr. Tamika Rogers, a Navy veteran and educator, was introduced for reappointment to the Human Rights Commission (Council District 7, term expires July 1, 2028). She discussed her work improving the complaint process, which she described as antiquated (currently requiring filing with the clerk), and efforts to increase commission membership in underrepresented areas. Councillors expressed support and offered to assist with legislative fixes. The reappointment will be voted on at the June 10 council meeting. Rezoning Z7858 – 49th St & Tacoma Ave - A request to rezone from OL and RS3 to CG with an optional development plan at the southeast corner of West 49th Street South and South Tacoma Avenue (Council District 2). The TMABC voted unanimously to approve. Staff noted the rezoning reflects an existing tree business and includes voluntary use restrictions. No public opposition was received. A council vote is scheduled for June 10. Rezoning Z7859 – Admiral Pl & 177th E Ave - A request to rezone from RSL to IL for property east of the northeast corner of East Admiral Place and North 177th East Avenue (Council District 6). TMABC voted unanimously for approval. Councillor Bengal opposed, citing lack of an optional development plan, the property owner’s refusal to provide one, and concerns about the Board of Adjustment’s reliability for future uses. Discussion noted the site’s mixed industrial/residential context and that the owner had no specific plans. The vote will occur on June 10. Kendall Whittier Improvement District Assessment Renewal - An ordinance adopting the annual assessment role for the Kendall Whittier Improvement District (BID) was presented. Sam Extens reported the district is in its sunset year (ending June 2027), with annual assessments under $48,000 funding landscaping, trash removal, security, and beautification. The boundary was adjusted northward to avoid burdening less occupied property. The public hearing and final vote will be on June 10. Main Street District Designations and Program Update - Samantha (staff) presented resolutions supporting six Main Street districts for the 2026-2027 Oklahoma Main Street program: Historic Greenwood, Kendall Whittier, East Tulsa (Global District), Tulsa 66 (Route 66), and two proposed new districts – Pearl District and Sobo (South Boston) District. She highlighted achievements from the past year, including over $4.5 million in private reinvestment, 45 building rehabilitations, 42 new businesses, and nearly 7,000 volunteer hours across the four existing districts. The national Main Street Conference held in Tulsa in April brought over 2,000 attendees and $4 million in economic impact. The new districts would receive $45,000 each annually for the first two years from existing funds ($218,000), with recurring funding needed from FY2028 onward. Councillors praised the program’s 2,000%+ ROI and discussed funding sources including potential lodging tax revenue. Key Outcomes - Dr. Tamika Rogers’ reappointment will proceed to a full council vote on June 10. - Rezoning Z7858 and Z7859 will be voted on June 10 (with final ordinance on June 17 for Z7859). - The Kendall Whittier Improvement District renewal ordinance will have a public hearing and vote on June 10. - Resolutions supporting the six Main Street districts (including new Pearl and Sobo) will advance to council consideration.

The Tulsa City Council held its regular 5 p.m. meeting on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The council approved consent items, heard one public comment on the FY 2026-27 budget, and received updates on capital projects and community events. Several members of the public spoke during the mayor's agenda items, raising concerns about funding allocations for North Tulsa and Greenwood. Consent Calendar - Minutes: Approved minutes of the May 13, 2026, regular meetings (4 p.m. and 5 p.m.) (Item 1A-B). - Appointments: Approved appointment of Ms. Omelia to the Arts Commission and reappointment of Ms. Rihanna to the Greater Tulsa Area Hispanic Latinx Affairs Commission (Item 2A-B). - Ordinances – First Reading: Items 6A through 6L (except 6B, which was pulled) were forwarded to the next council meeting without objection. - Ordinances – Second Reading: Approved Items 7A-D, including the Tulsa Stadium Improvement District assessment and a budget amendment, with the emergency clause on Item 7A. - Final Plat: Approved Highland Park Villas (12 lots, 2.91 acres at E. 36th St. and S. Braden Ave.) (Item 5B). Public Comments & Testimony - Budget Hearing (Item 3E): Brian Turner, representing Eradicate Poverty Tulsa and a resident of District 9, urged the council to adopt the Tulsa Resiliency Investment Fund (TRIF) to reduce chronic absenteeism in the McLean High School feeder pattern. He cited that 14,000 TPS students are chronically absent, including 4,000 at McLean. The proposed program would serve 10 cohorts of 30 people over 28 months at a cost of just under $11 million. Turner stated the approach is proven and could begin in September 2026. - Mayor's Items (Items 4F, G, I, Q): John Huffines expressed appreciation for police training donations, cultural gifts, the Kendall Radio District and Tulsa Global District revitalization, and the Firehouse 5K Run. He offered prayers of gratitude. - Item 4H: James Alexander Jr. raised concerns about the city's handling of the Greenwood area, accusing the city of stealing funds designated for North Tulsa based on a 2017 memo. He argued that Greenwood must remain a Black historical area and that current development undermines that. - Items 4H, I, K, L, M: Bernice Alexander echoed her husband's concerns and objected to spreading funds intended for North Tulsa to other areas. She stated she would pursue legal action and criticized the city for mistreatment. She cited her experience running an award-winning youth program in North Tulsa. Discussion Items - Mayor's Items (Items 4B-Q): The mayor was absent; no report was given. Following public comments, the council approved the entire block of items (including gifts, grants, and agreements) unanimously (8-0). - Sales Tax Overview Committee (Item 5A): Representative Ms. Jenkins presented the monthly report. Key updates included: - Vision Project 17005 (Jinx Lake low water dam): Presentation received on May 26, covering funding and conceptual design. - Project 1708 (Citywide gateway signs): West sign at Route 66 Historical Village turned on May 26; East sign near I-44/I-244 split expected soon. - Vision Arts (Project 17-0145): 34 applications received for $150,000 in round 7; recommendations to Arts Commission on June 8. - Johnson Park (District 9): Contract awarded to Magnum with all five add alternates; construction from August 2026 to August 2027. - Mohawk Park (District 1): Stormwater review of draft report for $4 million golf renovation; final report pending. - Gilcrease Museum Road (District 1): On schedule for completion by end of 2026. - Council Announcements (Item 8): - Counselor Archie: Community meeting on June 22 regarding Tulsa Hills diverging diamond intersection and traffic patterns; mayor's community conversation on June 23 at West Tulsa Dream Center. - Counselor Bangle: Fostered kittens from Tulsa Animal Services; encouraged adoption/fostering. Also announced District 6 park projects town hall on June 8 at Martin Regional Library to finalize Improve Our Tulsa 2 fund spending. - Counselor Gilbert: District 5 meeting on June 9 at Tulsa Tech Lemley campus with IMSA representative. Key Outcomes - Votes: All votes were unanimous (8-0) where recorded. Items 1A-B, 2A-B, 3A-E (entering/exiting public hearings), 4B-Q, 5B, 7A-D all passed without dissent. - Budget Hearing: No action taken; public comment received on the FY 2026-27 budget and capital plan. - Next Steps: The council will continue review of ordinances at first reading; the FY 2026-27 budget will proceed through adoption process. Several community meetings and town halls were announced for June.