Public Meetings - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Note: The raw transcript identifies the meeting date as Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, but the user-provided instructions specify the meeting took place on May 29th, 2026. This summary uses the provided date per instructions, but the discrepancy is noted for accuracy. The Tulsa Authority for Recovery of Energy (TARE) held its regular meeting on May 29, 2026. The board reviewed operational updates, financial reports, a new Flock camera agreement, and decided to discontinue use of GoToMeeting for virtual attendance. No public comments were received. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The minutes from the meetings on April 21st and 28th, 2026, were presented for review. A motion to approve was made and seconded; the motion carried. - Met Second Joint Propositor in Our Local Agreement: An agreement requiring signatures from the Met attorney was discussed. The board approved the agreement with a motion and second; the motion passed. Staff Report & Updates - Residential Recycling (Bill): Contamination recycling carts removed: 12 in April, 23 total for the year. Diversion to AEL from ReWorld is hindered by ReWorld's planned outages and both cranes being down; no materials are being accepted currently. The board asked for status on repairs; a grounding issue was identified, and a short-term fix using a generator is planned, but no timeline was given. - Twice-a-Week Service: Seven more customers were lost in April. Service will be discontinued on October 1, 2026. Billing and customer service are coordinating direct notifications. A city flyer (City Life) will also announce changes to rates and services, including sticker price increases (orange/white stickers replaced by purple/white) and bulky waste changes. Approximately 90-95% of customers will see no change. - Mulch Site: 2,351 residents and 68 MOUs (Broken Arrow, Bixby, Jenks, and public tree contractors) used the site. Numbers remain consistent. - Bulky Waste Tonnage: 329 tons in the previous year vs. 313 tons this year (April). Similar consistency. - Legal Dumping: Down 7 tons from last month, up 3 tons from the prior year. - DC Dumpsters (Code Enforcement/Homeless Cleanup): Up 73 tons compared to last year. Household Pollutant Collection Facility (Manager Brian Lewis) - April Metrics: 81 more cars than April 2025; 200 swap shop customers took 724 items, disposing of 1,800 pounds of pollutants. - Facility Improvements: Completed insulation project; bathroom installation underway (no ETA) which will provide hand-washing facilities and improve safety shower accessibility. - Repeat Customers (2025 data): 4,451 individual customers; 535 visited more than once. Of those: 80% visited twice, 14% three times, 5% four times, 6 people visited five times, and 1 person visited six times. This addresses potential hoarding concerns. Monthly Financial Report (Katie) - Revenues: $35.5 million total, 86.14% of budget estimate (expected 83%), ahead by $1.2 million. Charges for services: $34.5 million, $857,000 over budget estimate. - Expenditures: $30 million in expenses, $10 million in encumbrances. As the fiscal year progresses, encumbrances are converting to expenses. No reappropriations or year-end budget action needed for Fund 730. Revenues and expenses are on track. Flock Camera Agreement - Details: Agreement to install 10 Flock cameras (one at the mulch site, nine around the city) with license plate readers and 30-day data storage. The board worked with the ARCTIC real-time information center to avoid overlapping with police cameras. First-year cost: $41,500 (includes installation and permits); subsequent annual cost: $35,000. The first year cost will be absorbed from existing accounts; the board had budgeted $37,000 annually. The cameras aim to combat illegal dumping (current fine: $500 plus mandatory court appearance). No hard ETA for installation; depends on permitting and equipment ordering. Motion to approve was made, seconded, and passed. New Business - Discontinuation of GoToMeeting: The board discussed eliminating GoToMeeting for board meetings since T.Gav already records sessions. The annual notices did not promise video availability, so the board can stop at any time. The decision can be made administratively without a vote. Future meetings will not include GoToMeeting unless a special presentation is needed, with notice prior to agenda release. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes of April 21 and 28, 2026. - Approved the Met Second Joint Propositor in Our Local Agreement. - Approved the Flock Camera Agreement (10 cameras, $41,500 first year, $35,000 subsequent years). - Decided to discontinue use of GoToMeeting for regular meetings (administrative decision, no vote). - Next regular meeting scheduled for June 30, 2026, at the Conference Center at North City Hall.

The Tulsa Development Authority (TDA) held its regular meeting on May 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The board reviewed and approved a consent agenda, adopted the annual operating and Lansing Building budgets, received a favorable budget-to-actual report, and heard staff updates on real estate projects, urban renewal plans, and infrastructure studies. All actions were taken by unanimous votes. Consent Calendar - Approval of Consent Agenda (Item 3): The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included amendments to the April 23, 2026 minutes and a budget amendment of $41,315.14 for CDBG land-sale proceeds to the Tulsa operating fund. Motion by [unnamed], seconded, with all commissioners voting yes. Discussion Items - Annual Budget (Item 5): Staff presented the TDA operating fund budget projecting $86,000 in income for the upcoming year and the Lansing Building budget with nearly $15,000 in income. Both budgets show the authority operating in the black, partially due to the removal of the management fee previously paid to TAO. The TIFIA expenses are fully offset by TIPA revenues, minus an admin fee. The budget committee had previously reviewed the budgets. A motion to approve the TDA annual budget passed unanimously; a separate motion to approve the amended Lansing Building budget also passed unanimously. - Budget-to-Actual Report (Item 7): Staff reported that revenues were higher than expected and expenses lower than expected for the current month, with all indicators “green.” The Lansing Fund also showed similar positive trends. No unusual activity occurred in the past month. - Monthly Staff Report – Real Estate (Item 8): - Morton Project: KB Advisory is developing a disposition strategy based on site layout options. Community engagement and focus groups continue to gather input on desired uses. The Planning Office provided preliminary infrastructure insight, and discussions with the city’s IDP team are underway to phase development and manage density. - Tax Sale Participation: Staff lowered the planned amount for the Tulsa County tax sale (scheduled June 8) to $25,000, viewing it as a low-risk exercise to acquire potential properties. - Crosby Heights Urban Renewal Plan: In coordination with Councilor Bellis, staff are reaching out to community leaders for initial input on neighborhood needs. A first meeting is being arranged. - Kirkpatrick Heights/Greewood Urban Renewal Plan: Staff continue to schedule a meeting with neighborhood leaders; initial feedback has included some items residents do not want to see. - TIFA/TIPA Grant and Infrastructure Analysis: Staff reported that stakeholder and technical advisory committee meetings are progressing, with community engagement events planned for late June and possibly July. An amendment to the High Ground contract (an addition rather than an amendment) will be brought forward to fund $80,000 for engineering analysis of water, sewer, and stormwater systems in the Kirkpatrick Heights-Greenwood-Masculine area. - Urban Renewal Plan Relaunch: The Crosby Heights effort is seen as a pilot to re-establish the urban renewal-planning process, which can then be replicated for other neighborhoods. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda Approved: Unanimous (4-0). - TDA Annual Budget Approved: Unanimous (4-0). - Lansing Building Budget Approved: Unanimous (4-0). - Commissioner Acknowledgment: The board recognized outgoing commissioner Eliana Hurtada for her service on both TDA and TAO. - Meeting Adjourned: Motion made and seconded; passed unanimously at approximately 6:00 PM.

The Tulsa Authority for Economic Opportunity (TAEO) held its regular board meeting on May 28, 2026, to discuss and approve a consent agenda, a new executive director agreement, fiscal year 2027 budgets, a development financing agreement for a downtown parking garage, and various staff reports. The meeting also recognized outgoing trustee Ellion Hurtada for her service. Consent Calendar - The board unanimously approved the consent agenda (items A through K) without discussion or removal of items. Discussion Items - Item 5 – Executive Director Agreement: The board discussed and approved a formal agreement with Renita Wayne to serve as executive director. Trustees thanked Ms. Wayne for her patience and service. - Item 6 – Municipal Employees Retirement Plan Administration Services Agreement: The board approved a new agreement memorializing existing expectations between TAEO and the City of Tulsa for the retirement plan. - Item 7 – Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget: Lynn presented the proposed budget showing an approximately $800,000 surplus, driven by increased parking and tech revenues. Adjustments included higher salary overhead and a parking budget increase from $300,000 to $600,000 for the Civic Center. The finance committee had reviewed it. - Item 8 – Fiscal Year 2027 Grants Fund Budget: The board approved a grants fund budget with zero net income, moving Build Back Better funds from operating to grants for clearer reporting. - Item 9 – Fiscal Year 2027 Parking Project Capital Expenditures Budget: The board approved a $1.187 million capital budget for parking projects, funded without dipping into reserves or investment accounts. - Item 10 – Neon Quarter Community Impact Initiative Project Agreement: The board approved a $30,000 grant to the Neon Quarter Neighborhood Association as part of the second cohort of the Community Impact Initiative, which aims to build neighborhood capacity through small-scale projects. - Item 11 – MacArthur Foundation Loan Agreement: This item was pulled from the agenda and not considered. - Item 12 – Development Financing Agreement with Price Family Properties: The board approved a development assistance agreement for a structured parking garage at 7th and Boulder in the East End TIF district. The project involves $35 million private investment, 1,000 new jobs, and $3.234 million in TIF assistance (below the one-third public cost threshold). The current TIF cash balance is $4.1 million. - Item 13 – Executive Session: The board voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss potential sale and lease of real property. - Item 15 – Parking Report: Lynn provided a monthly parking revenue report included in informational packets. - Item 16 – Q3 Financial Statements: Lynn presented flux explanations for the balance sheet, noting increases in debt due to WPX/22 North Detroit bonds and developer assistance breakdowns by TIF district. - Item 17 – Staff Report: Renita reported on fiscal year 2027 planning, a 21% health insurance cost increase, current headcount of 19, new hires (Maria Almeida as Director of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, John Taker, and intern Sheena), a marketing intern (Betty) who drove 118% increase in engagements, and updates on affordable housing and incentives. Mike reported on Fair Oaks project advancing to L-Dark stage, downtown Phil Cade developer discussions, and new project plans in District 7 and Osage County. Inez updated on the Community Impact Initiative cohort training. Gretchen reported progress on the Kirkpatrick Heights/Crimson Master Plan implementation grant and an upcoming $80,000 contract addition for infrastructure analysis. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda: Approved unanimously. - Item 5 (Executive Director Agreement): Approved unanimously. - Item 6 (Retirement Plan Agreement): Approved unanimously. - Item 7 (FY27 Operating Budget): Approved unanimously. - Item 8 (Grants Fund Budget): Approved unanimously. - Item 9 (Parking Capital Expenditures): Approved unanimously. - Item 10 (Neon Quarter Grant): Approved unanimously. - Item 12 (Price Family Properties Development Agreement): Approved unanimously. - Item 13 (Executive Session): Approved unanimously. - Item 11 (MacArthur Loan): Pulled; no action taken. - The board recognized trustee Ellion Hurtada for her decade of service and advocacy, notably for hiring a bilingual small business director. - Next steps include finalizing the MacArthur loan agreement for JustHome, continuing community engagement on the Kirkpatrick Heights/Crimson Master Plan, and moving forward with the new development project plans.

The City of Tulsa Board of Adjustment convened Meeting No. 1383 on May 26, 2026 at 1:06 PM. The board addressed one continuance request, approved minutes from the previous meeting, and heard nine agenda items involving special exceptions and variances. Public testimony was received on several cases. Voting members were present for all items, with Ms. Williams departing after item 4 and Ms. Dumas after item 11, leaving three members for the final votes. A three-vote majority was required for approval. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (Meeting 1382, May 12, 2026): Moved and seconded, approved unanimously (5-0). - Continuance of BOA 24048: The applicant agreed to a continuance requested by a neighbor; the board voted to continue the case to June 23, 2026. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Public Comments & Testimony - BOA 24040 (2207 S. Delaware Ct.): Patricia Siebert (opposed, representing 13 households from Florence Park South) stated the neighborhood is single-family residential and expressed concern about lack of communication and potential for short-term rental. Sharon Jordan (neighborhood association VP, opposed type of structure). Lisa Zundel (neighborhood board member, opposed both the ADU and the container). Edith Allen (opposed completely, citing aesthetic and drainage concerns). The applicant noted only 13 of 270 neighbors (4.7%) voiced opposition and none were adjoining neighbors. - BOA 24042 (2823 E. 42nd St. N.): Harry Heichel (opposed, owns two houses on the street) objected to a trailer home due to property values and past code enforcement issues. Kimberly Sanders (opposed, lives behind the property) voiced concerns about maintaining neighborhood character and parking. Vijay Malabarpu (opposed, owns several houses) cited incompatibility with surrounding development, spot zoning, precedent, and property value impact. - BOA 24049 (1422 S. Denver Ave.): Kyle Green (supports, lives nearby and owns nearby multifamily) expressed support for adding residential density to reduce homelessness in the area. Discussion Items - BOA 24040 – Special exception for ADU and variance for exterior finish/roof pitch: Board members acknowledged the unique shipping container design and the applicant’s desire for affordable, durable housing. However, they found no valid hardship for the variance (financial reasons not sufficient; unique site conditions like mature trees and drainage were cited but not compelling). The special exception for an ADU was seen as appropriate given neighborhood context. Separate votes: Special exception approved (4-0); variance denied (3-1, Ms. Stoffer dissenting). - BOA 24041 – Carport in street setback (2630 E. 16th St.): The property is uniquely situated near Broken Arrow Expressway with only one neighboring house; the carport would replace a damaged garage and align with existing fences. Board found it compatible and approved unanimously (5-0). - BOA 24042 – Manufactured housing unit in RS3: Board discussed age verification (built 2015–2020), foundation placement, and compatibility. A condition was added that any replacement unit would require a new special exception. Approved (5-0). - BOA 24043 – Variance to increase accessory building floor area (7882 E. King St.): Applicant cited need for storage due to retirement and upholstery business. Board found hardship insufficient (zoning code not a hardship, desire for more space). Denied (3-0 after Ms. Williams left). - BOA 24044 – Carport in street setback (115 E. 34th St.): Carport matches existing neighborhood character; many similar carports in the area. Approved (3-0). - BOA 24045 – Variance for accessory building height (2202 S. Madison Ave.): Unique sloping topography made the structure appear one story on the property line; previously approved in 2014. Hardship recognized as topographical. Approved (3-0). - BOA 24046 – Driveway width increase (4416 S. Columbia Ave.): Minimal relief needed to accommodate a three-car garage on a 1-acre lot. Approved (3-0). - BOA 24047 – Driveway width increase (8625 S. Houston Ave. W.): House orientation on corner lot required a wider driveway; neighbors supportive. Approved (3-0). - BOA 24049 – Variance for floor area ratio (1422 S. Denver Ave.): The lot is 0.15 acres with three frontages. Board found the lot’s unique shape and the NIO overlay’s purpose justified the variance, despite doubling the FAR. Approved (3-0). Key Outcomes - BOA 24040: Special exception for ADU approved (4-0); variance for exterior finish/roof pitch denied (3-1). - BOA 24041: Special exception for carport approved (5-0). - BOA 24042: Special exception for manufactured housing unit approved (5-0) with condition that replacement units require new exception. - BOA 24043: Variance for accessory building floor area denied (3-0). - BOA 24044: Special exception for carport approved (3-0). - BOA 24045: Variance for accessory building height approved (3-0). - BOA 24046: Special exception for driveway width approved (3-0). - BOA 24047: Special exception for driveway width approved (3-0). - BOA 24048: Continued to June 23, 2026. - BOA 24049: Variance for floor area ratio approved (3-0). All votes reflected the required majority; no abstentions were recorded.

The Budget and Special Projects Committee met on May 20, 2026, starting at 1:38 p.m., to discuss the proposed FY2026-27 budget. The meeting featured two primary agenda items: a presentation on the Mayor's Office of Children, Youth, and Families (MOCYF) budget and a broader discussion of councilor-proposed budget amendments and capital plan items. No formal votes were taken; the committee will consider the budget ordinance on June 3, 2026. Discussion with Mayor's Office on MOCYF Budget - Deputy Mayor Crystal presented an overview of MOCYF's work, emphasizing that youth outcomes are interconnected with housing, transportation, and public safety. Key data points: nearly 50% of Tulsa families cannot pay for basic needs, 25% of third graders are proficient in reading, and 14% of young adults (18-24) are disconnected from school or work. MOCYF convenes a Children's Cabinet of 35 leaders and five action alliances involving over 100 organizations. - The funding request for FY27 is $275,000 (flat from FY26), but proposed to be split: approximately $137,500 for a full-time director position (to be hired by end of summer) and $137,500 for a continued contract with Impact Tulsa for data and convening support. Additionally, the office is pursuing a $500,000 grant from a foundation (decision in June) to pilot programs in early literacy, housing stability, transportation, and youth jobs. - Councilors raised several positions and concerns: - Councilor Bellas asked about pilot details and timeline; noted support for mental health funding in later discussion. - Councilor Bangle questioned why participating organizations do not fund the convener themselves, expressing concern about paying for coordination twice and the lack of concrete outcomes. Deputy Mayor and Chief of Staff Mike responded that organizations fund programs, not the infrastructure needed to align them, and that the city's role fills critical gaps. - Councilor Hull Harper voiced support for the model, citing public health experience and the necessity of a convener. He also raised the state's child care funding cut (from $70M to $7M) as a looming crisis. - Councilor Dr. Wright asked about data collection and the "Know Your Number" campaign; confirmed it uses aggregate metrics along cradle-to-career milestones. He also noted concern about taking credit for others' work in a press release. - Councilor Lake asked about the director's job description and hiring timeline; expected by end of summer. - General tension acknowledged between convener overhead versus direct services, with Councilor Bellas and Councilor Bangle questioning when results will materialize and whether the city's investment is sustainable. Discussion on Proposed FY2026-27 Budget and Capital Plan with Councilor Amendments - Councilor Sarah (staff) summarized concepts raised in previous hearings: zoo funding gap ($10-15M), mental health initiatives (911 COPS and forensic ACT team), Route 66 maintenance fund, demolition funds, emergency management costs, Kirkpatrick Heights Greenwood Master Plan adjustment (due to Brown ordinance), personnel/compensation issues, and family safety center operations. - Councilor Bellas reaffirmed support for mental health funding as a "non-negotiable." - Councilor Dr. Wright noted that the $80,000 public art master plan will be removed from the budget in technical changes; he expressed frustration about lack of consultation with arts commissioners. He also questioned $300,000 for jail expansion given plans to demolish the facility. - Emergency management: cost increased from $263,000 (shared with county) to $425,000 (city-only) due to a unilateral decision to split from the county. Councilor Bangle strongly criticized the lack of council input before the split, calling it a "unilateral decision." Councilor Lake suggested using an endowment model for maintenance funds rather than lump-sum bond allocations. - Councilor Bellas asked about ARPA funds for SafeMove; the last spending date is September 30, 2026, with invoices due in early October. Any unspent funds would need to be reappropriated and spent by year-end. - Councilor Dutton (likely same as Dr. Wright) suggested leveraging existing data from member organizations rather than paying for new consultants. - Councilor Lake noted that if the city secures a grant for the Public Safety Center, $10M of that could go to the zoo and $3M to maintenance. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken. The committee will receive the technical change memo and budget ordinance on June 3, 2026, with potential adoption on June 10 or June 17, 2026. - Councilors were urged to submit any additional budget amendment requests as soon as possible. - Staff will provide more details on emergency management cost-benefit analysis, MOCYF director hiring, and SafeMove ARPA fund reallocation options at the next meeting. - The meeting adjourned at approximately 3:15 p.m.

The Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission (TMAPC) held its 2961st meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The commission considered a variety of rezoning requests, a controversial RV park proposal, and extensions for a large development project. Several items were approved, while others were continued to allow further negotiations. Consent Calendar - Item 1 – Minutes Approval: Minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously. - Item 2 – Consent Agenda: All consent agenda items were approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 4 (Z7861 – MX1 rezoning, Near East Newton & N. Oswego): Ivana Garner (3525 E. Latimer Pl.) spoke against the rezoning, questioning the need for mixed-use in a family neighborhood and raising concerns about unknown future uses, traffic, noise, and drainage. - Items 5 & 12 (Z7860 & CPA131 – CS rezoning with ODP, West Edison St.): Multiple residents opposed the rezoning intended for a potential RV park: - JP Morrison (618 41st W. Ave.) worried about infrastructure, traffic, and scale (55 lots). - Kelly Pendleton (540 N. 33rd W. Ave.), neighborhood association president, cited a petition against the RV park, traffic studies showing 2,200 cars/day on her street, and fears of declining standards and property values. - Joan Camille Wright (524 N. 39th W. Ave.) detailed concerns about traffic, school safety, septic systems, noise, lighting, insufficient buffering, and the property’s code enforcement history. She asked commissioners if they would want this next to their homes. - Pat Jones (address not given) noted the narrowness of West Edison Street and potential for accidents with RVs and cyclists. - Annie Pollard (622 N. 41st W. Ave.) objected to the blanket rezoning, asking for conditions on stay length, RV age, background checks, and long-term management. - Items 9 & 10 (CZ590 & PUD879 – RM0 rezoning with PUD, 3939 E. 161st St., Bixby): Nicole Watts (16208 S. Harvard Ave., Bixby) opposed the 10-acre multifamily rezoning, arguing it conflicts with the surrounding single-family and agricultural character, and criticized the PUD for lacking site plans, development standards, and unit limits. She requested the rezoning be limited to the existing building footprint. Discussion Items - Director’s Report: Susan Miller noted recent large approvals (Riverline, 300 lots at 41st & 129th, apartments at 61st & Union, 42nd & Union) and indicated the upcoming agenda would be light. - Item 3 (Z7852 – Optional Development Plan for Private Street, 119th St.): Staff explained the rezoning would allow two lots to be served by a private street, a first step toward privatizing a portion of East 119th Street. The applicant (Nathan Cross, 2 W. 2nd St., Ste. 600) reported that ongoing negotiations with the Wind River Crossing HOA had resulted in an agreement to share a gate between the two neighborhoods. The HOA president did not attend, indicating resolution. The commission approved the rezoning per staff recommendation. - Item 4 (Z7861 – MX1 F35 Rezoning, Near East Newton & N. Oswego): Staff (Nathan) described the request for a 1-acre rezone from RS3 to MX1 F35 to allow 4 townhomes and a potential coffee shop. Applicant Kayla Lee (Lee Simon Design) stated she lives nearby and emphasized walkability and neighborhood-scale development. The commission approved the rezoning. - Items 5 & 12 (Z7860 & CPA131 – CS Rezoning with ODP, West Edison St.): Staff (Nathan) presented the 3.8-acre request to rezone from NE (Neighborhood) to CS (Commercial Shopping) with an optional development plan prohibiting certain uses (e.g., sexually oriented businesses, payday lenders, plasma centers) and requiring 6-foot privacy fences (F1 screening) along the neighborhood boundary and 2.5-foot screening (S1) along 39th W. Ave. The applicant, Darnell Blackman (8660 E. 103rd St.), intends to develop an RV park, which would require a separate special exception from the Board of Adjustment. He noted he had agreed to raise the fence to 8 feet and move a dog run. Several commissioners expressed concern about the disconnect between the rezoning and the ultimate RV park use. Commissioner Hood suggested a continuance to allow the applicant to meet with neighbors and refine the optional development plan. The applicant was initially reluctant but agreed. The commission voted to continue items 5 and 12 to June 3, 2026. - Item 6 (CZ588 – AG to RE Rezoning, 17096 S. Yale Ave., Bixby): Staff (Kendall) stated the request for a 4-lot split on 2+ acres was consistent with the comprehensive plan. Approved unanimously. - Items 7 & 8 (CZ589 & PUD878 – AG to AGR with PUD, S. Lewis & E. 171st St., Bixby): Staff described the request for a gated residential subdivision with private streets. Approved unanimously. - Items 9 & 10 (CZ590 & PUD879 – AG to RM0 with PUD, 3939 E. 161st St., Bixby): Staff (Kendall) explained the request to rezone 10 acres to RM0 with a PUD to formalize 12 existing multifamily units (duplexes, triplexes, fourplex) and allow future redevelopment. Applicant Robert Bell (101 E. Aquarium Pl., Jenks) and property owner John Roach (5521 E. 181st St., Bixby) stated the county and INCOG recommended this path to gain control over non-conforming uses. Bell noted the PUD would limit any expansion beyond 12 units to a major amendment requiring a public hearing. Commissioner Whitlock moved to approve per staff recommendation; the motion failed (tie vote? Not specified, but did not pass). Commissioner Hood then moved to continue to June 3, 2026, to allow further discussions, which passed. The item will be forwarded to the County Commission with a recommendation of continuance. - Item 11 (CZ591 – AG to RMH, 15843 N. 113th E. Ave., Collinsville): Staff (Kendall) presented the request to rezone an existing mobile home park to RMH to bring it into compliance. Approved unanimously. - Items 13 & 14 – Project Anthem (Preliminary Plat Extension & Accelerated Building Permit Release): Staff (Austin) requested a one-year extension of the preliminary plat (originally approved Aug. 7, 2024) to 2027, noting infrastructure work is underway. For the accelerated building permit, the applicant had provided escrow funds and submitted amended plans moving cooling towers per neighbor requests. Commissioner Bullmash asked about completion date; Mike Shilley (Fortis Construction) estimated end of 2027 / early 2028. Both items approved unanimously. - Item 15 – Replat (The Estates, formerly West Estates): The applicant requested a name change. Due to a recusal that caused a lack of quorum, the item was continued to June 3, 2026. Key Outcomes - Approved: - Consent agenda (items 1 & 2). - Item 3 (Z7852) – Private street optional development plan on 119th St. - Item 4 (Z7861) – MX1 F35 rezoning for townhomes/coffee shop near Newton & Oswego. - Item 6 (CZ588) – AG to RE rezoning at 17096 S. Yale Ave., Bixby. - Items 7 & 8 (CZ589 & PUD878) – Gated subdivision at S. Lewis & 171st St., Bixby. - Item 11 (CZ591) – AG to RMH rezoning at 15843 N. 113th E. Ave., Collinsville. - Items 13 & 14 – Project Anthem preliminary plat extension and accelerated building permit release. - Continued to June 3, 2026: - Items 5 & 12 (Z7860 & CPA131) – CS rezoning with ODP for potential RV park; to allow applicant-neighbor negotiations. - Items 9 & 10 (CZ590 & PUD879) – RM0 rezoning with PUD for existing multifamily at 3939 E. 161st St., Bixby; to allow further discussions with the county and neighbors. - Item 15 – Replat name change (The Estates) due to lack of quorum. - Next Steps: The continued items will be heard at the next TMAPC meeting on June 3, 2026. The county commission will receive the recommendation on items 9 & 10 as per procedures.

The meeting was called to order at approximately 10:30 a.m. on May 20, 2026. The council considered several appointments, routine ordinances, a major proposal for spending the remaining balance of the 2016 Vision Fund sales tax, and received a presentation from Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) on their achievements, challenges, and future plans. Consent Calendar - Katie O'Milia was introduced for appointment to the Arts Commission. She shared her background as a landscape architect and urban designer, expressing interest in applying her design sense to community projects. The appointment will be voted on at the June 3 council meeting. - Angelica Reina was introduced for reappointment to the Greater Tulsa Area Hispanic Latinx Affairs Commission. She shared her background as a PhD-holding faculty member at Tulsa Community College and expressed a commitment to advocating for the Hispanic/Latinx community. The reappointment will be voted on June 3. - Ordinances and resolutions presented for first reading included: approving increased assessments for the Tulsa Stadium Improvement District No. 1 (with emergency clause), amending the FY26 budget to appropriate $160,000 for the 2026 National Chili Bowl quality event, directing the filing of the annual assessment roll for the Tourism Improvement District (TID), and amending title 43K related to the 2017 limited purpose economic development temporary sales tax (with emergency clause). Discussion Items - Renaissance Neighborhood Character Overlay Amendments: Councilman Shabella and staff Susan presented proposed amendments to the Renaissance neighborhood character overlay, inspired by similar provisions adopted in the Florence Park overlay. Additions include requirements for roof pitch, significant garage setback, and a porch requirement. The discussion clarified that the request was not driven by a single house but by a neighborhood-wide desire to better preserve character after learning from Florence Park's more robust overlay. The council expressed support for moving forward. - 2016 Vision Fund Spending Proposal: Mayor and budget staff presented a proposal to spend the remaining balance of the 2016 Vision Fund—$103 million in one-time funds and $12 million in annual ongoing funds—generated by overperformance of the sales tax. Key allocations include: - $25 million for the Public Safety Center to consolidate police, fire, and EMSA assets, with potential grant offsets that would be reappropriated. - $23.5 million one-time plus $17 million ongoing for homelessness initiatives, including Safe Move ($6.5 million in FY27) and low-barrier shelter operations ($1 million annually). - $4 million set aside for municipal court and lockup facility needs. - $18.5 million for neighborhood and economic development, to be allocated based on neighborhood conditions index. - $4.15 million to backfill economic development incentives already committed (e.g., Shields, IKEA) to free up general fund dollars. Council members raised questions about the timing of Safe Move spending, the use of opioid and ARPA funds, the need for measurable outcomes, and the possibility of setting aside some funds for future investment. The mayor expressed a needs-based approach, emphasizing that these investments align with city priorities and will generate long-term returns. - Tulsa Public Schools Presentation: Superintendent Dr. Johnson, along with board members, cabinet staff, and a student, presented a comprehensive update. Achievements include: - Chronic absenteeism reduced by nearly 5 percentage points (from 44% to 39%). - Proficiency rates increased in every grade level in reading and math over the past two years. - Reduction in failing schools from 26 to 14. - Post-secondary credential attainment rose from 39% to 55% of graduates. - The April 2026 bond package passed with 81-82% voter approval across four propositions, funding instructional materials, STEM, arts, athletics, driver education, and career academies. Challenges include a $17-18 million budget deficit due to declining enrollment and the sunset of ESSER funds. Strategies include $7 million in district office cuts, shifting bond-eligible expenses, and selling surplus properties. The centerpiece of the presentation was the planned rollout of college and career academies at all nine comprehensive high schools, with pathways in creative arts, business, health/human services, and engineering/innovation. Student Zachary Daniels shared his success story: he earned manufacturing production technician certifications, 12 college credits, and a full-time job at Webco through the McLean career academy program. Council members discussed partnership opportunities, including a public safety academy where city experts serve as educators, and transportation collaborations. TPS board president Susan Lampkin and vice president Calvin Monese stated they had not been contacted by the Mayor's Office of Children, Youth and Families or Impact Tulsa, and emphasized that the district's progress stems from internal efforts. Superintendent Johnson noted her participation in the Mayor's cabinet and highlighted pre-K enrollment and walking school buses as examples of collaboration. Key Outcomes - The appointments of O'Milia and Reina will be voted on June 3. - The Renaissance overlay amendments will proceed to final reading. - The Vision Fund spending ordinance will be refined and brought back; council requested detailed spreadsheets with three-year funding bands and measurable outcome indicators. - Council expressed strong interest in scheduling a joint meeting with TPS before the start of the next school year to deepen city-school partnerships. - Council members requested additional data on Safe Move expenditures, cost per person, recidivism, and partner invoices. A UED committee meeting with Emily (city staff) is scheduled for June 10. - The council directed that language in the Vision Fund ordinance be written flexibly to allow reallocation if grants or other funds offset certain costs.

The Tulsa City Council met at 5 p.m. on May 20, 2026, to consider a public hearing on an ordinance reallocating sales tax proceeds for homelessness services, the FY 2026-2027 budget, appointments, special event permits, and an appeal of a nuisance violation. All votes were unanimous. Consent Calendar - Minutes of regular meetings held April 29 and May 6, 2026 (items 1A-1D) were approved. - Appointment of Renee Ritter to the Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority (item 2A) was approved. Councilmember Dutton noted Ritter's West Side advocacy and praised her inclusive spirit. - Mayor's items 4B through 4Q, including special event applications and other routine items, were approved with the emergency clause on items 4B and 4C. - Ordinances on second reading (items 7A-7E), covering rezonings, a major PUD amendment, and a budget appropriation of $199,570 from the Department of Justice, were approved. - Initiation of zoning amendments to the neighborhood character overlay requested by the Renaissance neighborhood (item 8B) was approved. Public Comments & Testimony - John Hoffines spoke in support of the Renee Ritter appointment and offered religious blessings on special event applications: St. Francis Tulsa Tuff events (items 4M and 4N), the Diocese of Tulsa Corpus Christi procession (item 4P), and Build in Tulsa's fifth anniversary celebration (item 4Q). - During Public Hearing 3A (ordinance amending the 2017 limited purpose economic development sales tax expenditure policy), four speakers expressed support: - Alison Anthony (President/CEO, Tulsa Area United Way) highlighted collaboration through Safe Move Tulsa to move people from encampments into housing and stressed the need for sustained public funding. - Jeff Hall (Henry's Arrow Foundation on behalf of Harbor LLC) supported the public-private partnership for a new 180-bed low-barrier shelter and noted capital is the easy part; operations require public investment. - Mark Smith (CEO, Housing Solutions) credited the council's 3H task force and the initial $6 million Safe Move Tulsa investment. He reported six encampments decommissioned, with more underway, and noted partnerships with multiple organizations. - Mike Neal (Tulsa Regional Chamber) praised the ordinance's thoughtful approach and urged continued investment in public safety, economic development, and homelessness services. - No public comments were offered during the public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 budget and capital plan (item 3B). - During the nuisance appeal (item 10A), appellant Diana Anderson testified that the imminent danger notice was unjustified, the tree was not an imminent threat (citing the urban forester's assessment), and that code enforcement had engaged in harassment, including a prior incident involving police and profanity toward her aunt. Discussion Items - Public Hearing 3A (Sales Tax Reallocation): Council accepted testimony but did not deliberate; the ordinance will proceed to a future meeting. The reallocation aims to fund homeless response system operations, Safe Move Tulsa, and low-barrier shelter support. - Appeal 10A – Nuisance Hearing: Code enforcement representative Joseph Feathers explained that a standing dead tree limb notice was issued February 24, 2026, after an inspector observed two detached dead limbs 20–30 feet above a yard with children's toys. The urban forester later confirmed the tree was alive with a few dead limbs that could be pruned. The appellant removed the limbs before the administrative hearing, and the hearing officer upheld the notice. Appellant Diana Anderson argued the notice was an abuse of power and claimed ongoing harassment from code enforcement in a prior case. Councilmembers discussed the meaning of "imminent danger" and the importance of erring on the side of caution. Councilmember Dr. Wright noted the system worked but encouraged the appellant to file a formal complaint with the city about the alleged misconduct and offered to connect her with her district councilmember. The council took no action on the appeal, effectively upholding the hearing officer's decision. - Council Announcements (Item 8A): Councilmember Bengal promoted the Route 66 centennial Capitol Cruise event (May 28–30, 2026), noting over 4,200 registered drivers and the need for 700 volunteers. Councilmember Archie added that BNSF had cleared overgrown vegetation along the railroad on Southwest Boulevard near Route 66. Councilmember Lakin wished her daughter a happy birthday. - Procedural Matter: Councilmember Lakin requested that item 6A (first reading ordinance) be moved to the June 10 meeting to align with budget discussions; the council agreed without objection. Key Outcomes - All votes on consent items, appointments, ordinances, and council items were unanimous (8–0). - The public hearing for the sales tax reallocation ordinance was held; the ordinance will return for a vote at a later meeting. - The council voted for "no action" on the nuisance appeal (unanimous), leaving the hearing officer's decision intact without affirming the appellant's claims of harassment. - Councilmember Dr. Wright will follow up with the appellant and district councilmember regarding the reported code enforcement conduct. - Item 6A was moved to the June 10, 2026 council meeting.

The Public Works Committee met on May 20, 2026, to consider several routine items including two settlement payments, two easement closings, a license agreement for a sewer line, and a detailed discussion on the Office of Financial Empowerment and Financial Empowerment Center budget for fiscal year 2026-27. Consent Calendar - Resolution authorizing payment of $25,000 to Kathy Bennett on behalf of Luther Bennett and Greg Diddy Law from the sinking fund for a judgment and fee. The settlement resolves a tort claim where a city police vehicle collided with a vehicle in which Mr. Bennett was a passenger. The city admitted liability. - Resolution authorizing payment of $95,000 to J.M. Brown and Donald Smolen from the sinking fund. The settlement resolves a claim after Mr. Brown was injured when his bicycle hit a missing section of sidewalk near Springdale Park, which the city had failed to repair and did not barricade. - Ordinance closing a utility easement at 1533 East 31st Street requested by Joseph McCormick to clear a clouded title. No objections from the city or private utilities. - Ordinance closing a portion of an alleyway at 1519 South Quincy Avenue for Marquette Catholic School. The school building was constructed over the alley in the 1920s; the closure clears the title. - License agreement between the city and Metroplex Investments to install and maintain a 2-inch pressurised sanitary sewer force main on city right-of-way at 5004 Street. The line will serve private development; the city assumes no additional liability. All items were presented by city staff and recommended for approval. Council members had brief questions on the sidewalk injury case (Councilor Bingle questioned why barriers were not placed) and expressed no opposition. It is presumed these items were approved, as no vote against was recorded. Discussion Items - Office of Financial Empowerment and Financial Empowerment Center – Proposed FY 2026-27 Budget Director Amber Gibbons, along with staff and Chief DeMontre Hayes of the Department of Resilience and Equity, presented an update on the Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) program, which provides free one-on-one financial counseling to Tulsa residents in partnership with Goodwill Industries of Tulsa and Tulsa Responds. - Key metrics (as of May 2026): Non-mortgage debt reduction of $4.6 million since 2020, on pace to reach $5 million; savings increased to $1.8 million, on pace to hit $2.5–3 million in 2026; over 11,000 counseling sessions conducted; 4,500 active clients. - Municipal court integration: A counselor is on-site three days a week; participants can have fines waived (starting at $250 after three sessions, then $100 per session). The program has been recognized by the National Center for State Courts. - New service – Legacy planning: Launched October 2025, offering living wills, powers of attorney, and transfer-on-death deeds. Nearly 1,000 participants served. - Budget request: $150,000 from the general fund for a program manager and three counselors at Goodwill, plus a separate $38,000 municipal court contract for a fourth counselor. The city’s contribution leverages additional funding from Goodwill ($300,000) and Tulsa Community Foundation ($300,000), totaling $750,000 in annual program investment. - Council questions and discussion: - Councilor Lakin requested a breakdown of total city investment over the program’s history and a clearer explanation of average debt reduction/savings per participant ($2,000 each). Director Gibbons committed to providing detailed data. - Councilor Lakin also asked about new client numbers vs. repeat clients; staff noted many clients are from the municipal court program and continue after completing requirements. - Councilor (unidentified) inquired about comparison to private credit counseling services (e.g., Consumer Credit Counseling). Staff emphasized that the FEC is free, serves low-income residents (70% of clients) who cannot afford private services, and provides wraparound support including legacy planning. - Councilor Bellis noted the program’s scaling and asked whether current funding is sufficient to maintain growth. Director Gibbons stated the current request is sufficient to continue scaling, but additional funding would be beneficial. - Councilor Dr. Roy asked about service area; staff clarified that the focus is Tulsa residents but adjacent residents are not turned away. - Councilor (unidentified) highlighted the program’s impact on women (70% of clients are women under 45 with average income of $29,000) and inquired about use of NCI data and bilingual services. Staff confirmed bilingual counselors and use of program data tracking. Key Outcomes - The committee received the presentation on the Financial Empowerment Center and discussed the budget request. No formal vote was taken; the matter will proceed to the full council for budget consideration. - Council members requested additional information on: total historical city investment, average cost per outcome, unduplicated client counts, and a comparison to private credit counseling services. Staff will provide follow-up data. - Items 2 through 6 (settlements, easements, license agreement) appeared to be approved without objection, pending formal ratification. - The meeting was adjourned after the discussion. Note: No agenda or minutes were available; the above is based solely on the transcribed discussion.