Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several budget amendments, including $500,000 for housing assistance and $500,000 for municipal courts. Key discussions focused on the city's new winter shelter and upcoming community engagement regarding bike lanes on the west side.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointments and Reappointments
02:45Approved the appointment/reappointment of Susan, Jeanie, Kelly, Erica, and Anthony to various city commissions, including the Human Rights Commission.
Municipal Court Budget Amendment
09:55Amended the FY26 budget to allocate $500,000 for municipal courts.
Housing Assistance Budget Amendment
09:55Amended the FY26 budget to allocate $500,000 for housing assistance and emergency shelter.
Tulsa Housing Impact Fund Policy
11:45Adopted the economic development incentives policy titled Tulsa Housing Impact Fund Policy.
Upcoming Community Events
Tulsa Route 66 Marathon
City-wide marathon event.
West Side Bike Lane Community Meeting
Located at the Route 66 Depot at 6:00 PM to discuss Southwest Boulevard bike lanes.
Financial Matters
Municipal Court Funding
Budget amendment for fiscal year 2026.
Housing Assistance and Emergency Shelter
Budget amendment for fiscal year 2026.
VFW Post 577 Fee Waiver
Waiver of fees for the Veterans Day Parade.
Councilor Travel Authorization
Travel funds for Councilor Bengel to visit sister city Celle for its 25th anniversary.
Public Comments
Citizens spoke regarding the moral importance of appointments, the stewardship of park donations, and concerns over the handling of American Rescue Plan funds for housing.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Ordinances 6A through 6B (Forwarded to next meeting)
- Item 10 Appeal (Postponed)
Deadlines
- American Rescue Plan funds administration (End of year)
Watch For
- Discussion on $14 million for housing initiatives
- Sales tax appropriation items
Announcements
- The City's winter shelter is now open through March and seeking donations of coats, hats, and hygiene supplies.
- Councilor Lakin announced a trip for USS Oklahoma related work.
Agenda Summary
Appointments and Reappointments
Consideration of five individuals for various city boards and commissions.
Mayor's Items 4B through 4I
Various items including a mower donation for Oxley Nature Center and the Route 66 Marathon.
Ordinances First Reading 6A-B
Initial presentation of ordinances for future action.
Alleyway Closure at 3322 West 45th Street
Ordinance to close a specific portion of an alleyway.
Public Way Closure at South 34th West Avenue
Ordinance to close a public way to facilitate QuikTrip upgrades.
FY26 Budget Amendment - Municipal Courts
Allocation of $500,000 for court operations.
FY26 Budget Amendment - Housing Assistance
Allocation of $500,000 for housing and emergency shelters.
Tulsa Housing Impact Fund Policy
Resolution adopting economic development incentives for housing.
VFW Post 577 Fee Waiver
Request to waive $10,500 in fees for the Veterans Day Parade.
Travel Authorization for Councilor Bengel
Authorization for $2,000 for travel to sister city Celle.