Greetings,
Now more than ever we have the chance to move Tulsa forward with proposals for street funding. I encourage you to voice your opinion on the proposed package by attending the next streets town hall meeting at 6:30 p.m., June 30 at East Central High.
We must fix our streets – not only to save money on car maintenance, but to create an environment where we can further develop our economy. It’s important that we reach a consensus that includes everyone, including the City Council, the administration and most importantly, our citizens, who tell me that streets are their No. 1 priority. So, please get involved and let us hear your thoughts.
Our next Neighborfest will be Tuesday, July 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. at McClure, 7440 E. 7th St. in District 3, represented by Councilor David Patrick. Make plans now to join us for a fun evening of free ice cream, beverages and “Tulsa Talents” entertainment, as we get to know neighbors and new friends. You can also sign up for“Bring a Friend to Tulsa.” One lucky Tulsan will have a chance to win two round-trip airline tickets – courtesy of Southwest Airlines – for the purpose of bringing two out-of-town guests here to see what great things our city has to offer. More information on package inclusions and contest rules is available online.
Let’s keep the momentum going to make our city the best it can be, both now and in the future.
Sincerely,
Kathy Taylor
Mayor
I Believe in Tulsa!
Monday, June 23, 2008
NeighborFest is
About Community
Pulling together as a community forms valuable bonds of friendship and increases security in a neighborhood. As part of the City’s efforts to assist neighborhoods in revitalization and public safety, Mayor Kathy Taylor and your City Councilors are holding NeighborFest – a community “block” party in neighborhood parks in each of the nine Council districts throughout the city.
Choir Members Needed
You are invited to participate as a volunteer member in the Multi-faith community choir for “One Song, Many Voices.” You will join with your fellow choir members, talented local musicians and Oklahoma-favorite Sam Harris in creating a not-to-be-missed musical experience.
The event is set for Sunday, August 31, 2008, at 3 p.m. in the new BOK Center and is part of the Opening Celebration activities planned for the new BOK Center.
Mayor Taylor Addresses
U.S. Conference of Mayors
Mayor Kathy Taylor spoke twice last weekend at the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Miami, FL, where mayors from throughout the U.S. and neighboring countries were gathered twice when that group met in Miami, FL, for its annual conference.
The keynote speaker was U.S. Sen. Barack Obama who addressed the group Saturday morning.
City Awarded the GFOA
Certificate of Excellence
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) announced that the City of Tulsa has received the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting for its 2007 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
This certificate represents a significant achievement by the City of Tulsa. It reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental reporting. In order to receive the certificate of excellence, the City of Tulsa had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for generally accepted accounting principles and program policies established by the GFOA.
Mayor's Action Center
Reporting Problems Online
Need help reporting a city related incident or problem? Report it online, any time of the day or night.
Tulsa Transit Kicks
Off Rack-n-Roll
On June 19, Tulsa Transit kicked off its new Rack-n-Roll program in conjunction with National Dump the Pump Day. Dump the Pump encourages use of public transportation to save money and to benefit the environment.
Rack-n-Roll was designed to make riding the bus more convenient for Tulsans. Eligible Tulsa Transit riders may borrow a bicycle from the Denver Avenue Station, store the bike on a rack on the bus, and then ride the bike between a bus stop and their intended destination. Participants may borrow the bikes for up to 24 hours, free of charge.
New Veterans Resource Center Offers ‘Help on the Home Front’
Mayor Kathy Taylor and the Community Service Council of Greater Tulsa have joined together and created a consolidated source of information for Tulsa’s returning members of the military services and their families.
A military and veterans data base was developed within 2-1-1 Helpline to complement the referral services located in the directory. This one-stop number will serve as a point of entry for service members, veterans, and families who are looking for the community and veterans resources they need.
Phantom Plays the
PAC Through July 13
Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, Broadway's longest running musical, returns to Tulsa through July 13, and there are still seats available!
Phantom takes place in late 19th-century Belle Epoque Paris and recounts a Gothic-infused story, based on Gaston Leroux’s novel about a mysterious music lover who lives in a shadowy labyrinth beneath the Paris Opera House. He falls in love with Christine, a beautiful opera singer, however, she is drawn to Raoul, her childhood sweetheart. The Phantom terrorizes the Opera House in an attempt to make Christine a star and win her love.
Tips to Help Cut
Your Gas Costs
Having clean, healthy air is only one good reason to follow the Ozone reducing tips we provided last week. The second reason is: it saves gasoline!
As the price of gasoline climbs higher and higher this summer you can benefit from changing a few behaviors that also reduce ozone.
Next Streets Meeting
at East Central
The next streets town hall meeting will be held Monday, June 30, at 6:30 p.m. in East Central High School, 12150 E. 11th St. All Tulsans are welcome to attend this meeting and give their comments on street improvements. The location was selected to be near residents in Council Districts 5 and 6.
All of the streets town hall meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m. A full schedule of the streets town hall meetings can be found under the "Read More" link below.