Council Urban and Economic Development Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on the proposed ordinance to create an office of independent review and oversight of public safety. Discussion centered on the operations of the Emergency Management department, specifically regarding transparency, accountability, and coordination with other public safety agencies. The committee reviewed the department's use of after-action reports for performance evaluation, methods for handling citizen complaints and feedback, and the public's ability to access department performance documentation through open records requests.
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Tulsa City Council Budget and Special Projects Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting addressed several financial and policy items. Discussions included a budget amendment for the River Parks Maintenance Building to reallocate project funds and an ordinance to accept a forestry grant from the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture for urban and community tree planting. The committee also extensively debated a proposed ordinance to create an Office of Independent Review and Oversight of Public Safety. This proposal involves establishing a civilian oversight board and a professional director role to review public safety operations, with members comparing the proposed structure and authority to similar models in other jurisdictions.
Jul 1, 2026·Proposed budget
City of Tulsa FY27 Proposed Budget
The City of Tulsa's proposed (City Manager's recommended) operating and capital budget, a pre-adoption draft presented to the Tulsa City Council for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.
Apr 22, 2026·Board meeting
Tulsa City Council Council Meeting
The Mayor presented the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and capital plan, highlighting themes of clarity, consistency, and accountability. Major discussion points included prioritizing public safety through police and fire department investments, reorganizing emergency management services, and increasing staffing for municipal court and animal services. Additionally, the council addressed plans to resolve code enforcement backlogs and expand neighborhood lighting projects to improve safety.
