First Part of River Trails Dedicated
River Parks Authority dedicated the first completed three mile section of river trails on Oct. 30. The dedication ceremony took place at the gathering area located at 17th Street and Riverside Drive.
John Hope Franklin Park: Crossing the Great Divide
Greater Tulsa Reporter Newspapers is pleased to introduce its readers to this on-going column focusing on the many positive things happening in and around greater Tulsa. In this column we will keep you informed of economic and cultural developments that have a beneficial effect on all of the community and on you as a citizen of greater Tulsa. We’re confident these articles will help to affirm what many of you already know, greater Tulsa is a great place to live and it just keeps getting better.
United Way Reaches 2008 Goal
The Tulsa Area United Way celebrated the official end of its 2008 campaign Nov. 11 by projecting that it will exceed this year’s campaign goal of $23.9 million.
Tulsa Press Club Hosts Lawmakers
River Parks Authority dedicated the first completed three mile section of river trails on Oct. 30. The dedication ceremony took place at the gathering area located at 17th Street and Riverside Drive.
Up with Sid
FOUNDER’S BRONZE: On Nov. 6, Up With Trees, the River Parks Authority, Mayor Kathy Taylor, friends, family, and dignitaries joined together to unveil a bronze statue in honor of Sid Patterson.
Action Continues Downtown with Dedication
Downtown Tulsa continues its revitalization with the recent dedication of the H.A. Chapman Centennial Green Park, which was dedicated recently by Mayor Kathy Taylor, together with officials from Land Legacy and the Oklahoma Centennial Commemoration Com-mission. The downtown park is located on the south side of Sixth Street between Main Street and Boston Avenue. Land Legacy is a nonprofit organization that spearheaded the project in partnership with the City and private donors.
PLANiTULSA Continues Gathering Community Ideas
Tulsans are invited to speculate how best to accommodate the future growth of the city, estimated at an additional 120,000 residents in the next 40 years. At first glance, planning on this scale is daunting. That’s where John Fregonese, lead consultant of Fregonese Associates, Inc., a land-use planning firm from Portland, Ore. comes in.
Presidents to Potholes: It’s Time to Vote!
On Nov. 5 everything will get back to normal. The television channels, free of angry ads in which Americans were told that all opposition candidates were liars, scoundrels or unadulterated villains, can get back to the serious business of hawking beer, hair products and used cars.
Sally Bell Brings Interesting Perspective to Campaign
Having had the county as a landlord for her family’s business for more than half a century has given Sally Bell extensive insight into Tulsa County policies and operations that few can claim to match. As vice president of Bell’s Amusement Park, which until recently held a lease with the county for more than 56 years, Bell brings this unique perspective to her campaign for the District Two County Commissioner seat.
Karen Keith Brings Versatility, Passion to Political Arena
Several observations may be made when sitting down for a chat with District Two County Commissioner hopeful Karen Keith. She is smart. She is well-informed. She is bursting at the seams to get busy and to get the job done for Tulsa County and her constituency if she is elected. What you won’t find is a “politician” who double talks or skirts important issues. You will also not find a rabid attack of smears towards her opponent, Sally Bell.
Celle Mayor Visits Tulsa
INTERNATIONAL VISIT: Mayor Kathy Taylor met with Celle, Germany Lord Mayor Dr. Martin Biermann on Oct. 6. The two city leaders met for the first time and discussed the development of economic, educational, and cultural ties in a continuing active partnership between Tulsa and Celle.
Hero Receives Award
HERO FACTOR: Tulsa Police Department Chief Ron Palmer presented the TPD Citizen Appreciation Award to Craig Stutzman in recognition of his outstanding bravery.
Inovative Techniques
Operation Aware hosted a special reception and program Sept. 24 in honor of the 2008 National Exemplary Award for Innovative Substance Abuse Prevention Programs, Practices, and Policies they received from the National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors.
Mayor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award Underway
From more than 100 business plans, seven Tulsa entrepreneurs have advanced to the final round of the Mayor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award business model competition. On Nov. 5, the seven finalists will present a two minute elevator pitch or overview to the panel of Spirit Award judges.
Largest Bond in State History Gets Board Approval
The Jenks School board unanimously approved the largest school bond issue in state history October 9. The $153 million bond issue is different from previous issues because it is a lease revenue bond, which will allow the district to quickly address their construction needs, meaning that today’s Jenks students will reap the benefits.
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