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You can find reports, presentations and meeting videos from these meetings online.

Convene Public Oversight Committee 
A Public Oversight Committee provides transparency, community accountability, and direction to the City of Tulsa during our investigation of possible mass graves from the 1921 Race Massacre.

Convene Historical Context Committee/Workgroup
Convene a Historical Context Committee to provide historical context to the investigation; ensure that the narrative of the individuals, families, and communities impacted by the Race Massacre are included and highlighted; and guide a public conversation on the enduring impact of the 1921 Race Massacre.

Public Discussion – Plan for Investigation: June 27

• Introduction of the Public Oversight Committee
• Overview of the mass graves investigatory structure
• Receiving of public comment and feedback on that plan

Public Oversight Committee Meeting – July 18

• Overview of Geophysical Technology
• Overview of Physical Evidence
• Overview of Initial Investigation Sites

Public Oversight Committee Meeting – August 22

• Report from Historical Context and Narrative Committee
• Discussion of Decision-Making Values and Process
• Discussion of Key Decision Points

Public Oversight Committee Meeting – September 26

• Report from the Physical Evidence Investigation team
• Report from the Historical Context and Narrative Committee
• Determine next steps in terms of excavation and further examination.

October 7-10: Ground Penetration Radar Scanning - Oaklawn Cemetery

October 14: Ground Penetration Radar Scanning - Oaklawn Cemetery

October 15-16: Ground Penetration Radar Scanning - Newblock Park