Greetings:
On Monday, community leaders broke ground on the long-awaited John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park. The Park will include a Center for Reconciliation that seeks to transform the bitterness, mistrust and division caused by years of racial segregation and tension into a hopeful future of reconciliation and cooperation. Imagine Tulsa being known as the place where serious study of reconciliation and racial harmony occurs. This is a tremendous step toward progress in cultural diversity in Tulsa.
Many of you have been and will be a part of making this a reality.
Sincerely,
Kathy Taylor
Mayor
Tulsans Go Around
the World
Tulsans have done their part in swimming laps, as well as walking, running and biking enough miles to travel around the world, since the launch of Tulsa Million Miles on October 21. Logging more than 25,000 miles on TulsaMillionMiles.com, Tulsa is well on its way to better health and fitness.
Tulsa Million Miles is Mayor Kathy Taylor’s challenge to Tulsans to develop healthy habits for life. TulsaMillionMiles.com offers users a multitude of fitness resources, events, and information.
Department of Public Safety Moves to Eastgate Metroplex
Tulsa is the new home of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) driver’s license testing facility. On Nov. 13, Mayor Taylor along with Oklahoma Public Safety Director Kevin Ward and Tulsa City Councilor Dennis Troyer took part in a dedication ceremony.
The new facility is located at the Eastgate Metroplex, the former Eastland Mall, at 21st and 145th East Avenue. It is located in a renovated area in the basement near the old movie theatre.
The new Oklahoma Department of Public Safety’s diver’s license testing facility replaces the Jenks location, where generations of Tulsa County residents took their driving exams.
Kevlar Reinforced Saferoom Donated to Local Daycare
On Nov. 13, Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor and DuPont presented a DuPont StormRoom with Kevlar, to Sherri Dixon, Owner and Operator of Sherri’s Home Daycare. This gift highlights the importance of severe storm and tornado preparedness in Tulsa.
DuPont StormRooms are the only in-home shelters reinforced with DuPont Kevlar material – the name recognized by law enforcement and military personnel for superior protection. The shelter also meets the Federal Emergency Management Agency National Performance Criteria for hurricane and tornado shelters.
“I want to thank DuPont for their generous gift to the city and to Sherri’s Home Daycare. DuPont should be commended for the work they do, not just with Tulsa, but with cities throughout the country,” said Mayor Taylor.
Tulsa International Airport Launches Mobile Website
Tulsa International Airport launched their mobile Web site on Nov. 13 in an effort to provide travelers using their cell phones with easier access to airport information.
According to the International Association for the Wireless Telecommunications Industry, more than 82 percent of Americans now have a cell phone.
Airports Director, Jeff Mulder said, “This exciting technology allows us to provide our customers with immediate access to airport information.” The mobile site includes airline flight information, driving directions, and a listing of airport shops and restaurants. To access the Airport’s site, visit www.tulsaairports.com from your mobile phone.
Dinosaurs To Walk
the BOK in 2009
In late January 2009, Dinosaurs will stroll through the BOK Center as “Walking with Dinosaurs, the Live Experience” comes to Tulsa. The theatrical show features animated, life-size dinosaurs. The show is about 90 minutes long with an intermission. It is non-violent but parents are cautioned that the dinosaurs will roar loudly.
Mayor Taylor was on hand Wednesday morning when the addition of the Dinosaur program to the BOK 2009 lineup was announced.