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Tulsa budget committee signals funding changes for parks, code enforcement and graffiti abatement; early‑settlement mediation funding extended
Summary
City staff and councilors at a Tulsa budget meeting reviewed a series of small‑budget recommendations that would add one‑time and recurring funds for parks, code enforcement, graffiti abatement and municipal court mediation services.
City staff and councilors at a Tulsa budget meeting reviewed a series of mid‑year budget adjustments and recommendations from the small budget committee that affect parks maintenance, code enforcement, graffiti abatement, and several community services.
Key recommendations and consensuses discussed at the meeting include:
- River Parks: Committee members agreed to add $52,000 to the city’s contribution so the city’s allocation equals the county’s current level. Staff said River Parks has increased maintenance costs, including Turkey Mountain acreage and storm‑related debris, and maintains a roughly five‑month reserve.
- Code enforcement backlog: Members agreed to a one‑time allocation of $50,000 to support overtime and enforcement activities to reduce a reported backlog of open cases. Staff said the department has had vacancies and that overtime funding can let…
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