Parks Master Plan Open Forum

Tulsans interested in providing feedback to be used in the development of the Tulsa Parks Master Plan should plan to attend an Open Forum set for Monday, July 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Central Center in Centennial Park, 1028 East 6^th Street, Tulsa.

Work on the Master Plan began in February of this year with surveys, focus group meetings, and a public forum. Any resident who would like to hear the presentations of findings to date and provide input to consultants is welcome to attend

Tulsa's Olympic Day Celebration

Mayor Kathy Taylor joined by 50 Whiteside Day Camp kids and special guest, Eric Guerrero, an Olympian in Wrestling at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens celebrated Olympic Day in Tulsa at Whiteside Community Center.

Mayor Taylor joined other mayors across the country in a collective pledge of support for hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Chicago in 2016.

"Olympic Day was a great opportunity to introduce Eric, one of Oklahoma's great athletes to Tulsa's great kids," said the mayor. "They were thrilled to meet him and hear about his personal experiences in Athens. The Olympics not only promote a sense of pride for every citizen, but also encourages unity on national and international levels, which will lead to a more peaceful, hopeful world."

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Yield. It's the Law

Emergency responders put their lives on the line every day. They face dangers beyond the injury scene. Drivers who fail to yield to emergency vehicles or follow too closely endanger the lives of responders and countless others.

According to Oklahoma law, when an emergency vehicle activates its lights and sirens, drivers are to yield by pulling to the right and stopping. The emergency unit is then able to pass unimpeded in the left lane. Emergency vehicles are authorized to drive in excess of the posted speed limit, drive in opposite/oncoming lanes of traffic and proceed cautiously through red traffic lights to reach scenes quickly.

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Tulsa Dog Parks Looking for Volunteers

Are you a dog lover longing to pitch in and help at the Tulsa Dog Parks?

The Tulsa Bark Parks are seeking dependable volunteers who are willing to spend time as Ambassadors at both of Tulsa's "bark parks," which are located at Joe Station, 2270 Charles Page Boulevard and Biscuit Acres in Hunter Park, 5804 East 91^st Street.

The easiest and best way to learn about volunteering is to visit www.tulsabarkpark.com and click on the "Volunteer" button. The volunteer page lists ways you can give back to the community and the many benefits of becoming a Bark Park Ambassador. Sign up today! 

City Golf Rounds, Revenues Increase

The first half of 2009 showed a 37 percent increase from the first half of 2008 in rounds of golf played at the City of Tulsa's two golf courses - Mohawk and Page Belcher. From January to June 2009, golfers played 52,855 rounds at the two courses, up from 38,549 rounds played from January to June 2008.

Billy Casper Golf Inc., which manages the Mohawk and Page Belcher golf courses for the City of Tulsa, also reported revenue increases in the first half of this year, compared with 2008. Revenues of $1.362 million received from January to June 2009 showed a 30 percent increase from $1.048 million received during the same period in 2008.

Billy Casper Golf began managing City of Tulsa golf courses at the beginning of 2008. After one year, golf rounds at Mohawk and Page Belcher had increased 16 percent from 77,549 in 2007 to 90,211 in 2008. Revenues from greens fees and players' cards had increased 13 percent, from $1.015 million in 2007 to $1.173 million in 2008.

Watch Out for Children Playing in Your Neighborhood

School is out and Tulsa neighborhoods are likely to be busy with children playing in yards and parks and near streets.

While many school zones are not active during the summer months, motorists still need to be watchful for children who may run into the street or who may be walking or riding bicycles in the streets.

The speed limit on most residential streets is 25 miles per hour. Observing that speed limit can help make neighborhoods safer. 

The City of Tulsa has taken part in the "Keep Kids Alive Drive 25" campaign that is a national effort. Motorists can help by slowing down and being observant while driving in Tulsa neighborhoods.