Council approves renaming Wright Library to Stockyard City Library

Oklahoma City — The City Council on Wednesday voted unanimously to rename the library branch currently known as Wright Library to Stockyard City Library, following a recommendation from the Metropolitan Library Commission. The resolution cited the Commission’s request and said the former namesake had “stood for policies that no longer align with the values of our community.” The mayor also said a geographically descriptive name would strengthen the library’s branding and local recognition. Why it matters: The council’s action changes the official name in city records and library materials; no budget or capital improvements tied to the renaming were presented during the meeting. What council discussed: Mayor David Holt explained the Metropolitan Library Commission’s request and noted that geographic names help residents find branches. Council members voiced support and the resolution moved to a vote without further amendments. Outcome and next steps: The council approved the name change by unanimous vote. The mayor said printed copies of the proclamation would be produced and distributed; the resolution did not include an implementation timeline for signage or other branding changes. Ending note: Council members framed the resolution as aligning library naming with community values and practical wayfinding for residents.