Emily Scott, director of planning and economic development for the Downtown Tulsa Partnership, gave an update on public‑realm projects funded through downtown TIF allocations.

Emily said the partnership followed a funding structure that directs most annual TIF increases toward priority capital projects, with roughly 10–15% set aside for pilot programs and small streetscape amenities. Projects in construction or near bidding include a contribution to the Center of the Universe plaza (TIF support estimated at $1.2 million, or 20% of a $7 million construction estimate), the Legacy Park dog park (architect estimate ~$438,000; TIF supporting 90% of the project), and Chapman Green, a two‑acre park retrofit estimated at roughly $1.3 million with 70% TIF support.

Emily said the partnership expects a bid package for the Center of the Universe work before year’s end and bids for Legacy Park due Nov. 14. She also described a $400,000 planning and design fund (100% TIF‑supported) for three railroad crossings and a program of smaller public‑space amenities and alley activations; the first alley public‑art project is in artist selection and the partnership anticipated showing final renderings in the next meeting cycle.

Trustees responded with general support and asked about timing and coordination. Emily noted many projects have been in planning for multiple years and emphasized community outreach and phased construction schedules. Glenn, the Downtown Tulsa Partnership chief executive, praised staff leadership and invited other neighborhoods to use the partnership as a model for public‑realm work beyond downtown.

There was no board vote required; the presentation prefaced a planned November recommendation package that will return to the board for approvals on FY‑2026 projects.