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Tulsa Budget Boosts Homelessness & Safety
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Tulsa’s City Council just approved a historic $1.227 billion budget for the next two years, fueling core services with a 6.1% boost to the General Fund and tapping $103 million in one-time Vision Tulsa cash. A major $35.4 million chunk goes toward homelessness solutions, including Safe Move Tulsa and low-barrier shelters, while $23.5 million funds emergency management and police patrols. The budget shines with community collaboration, transparency, and smart fiscal moves—like freezing vacant roles and reducing one-time reliance. Highlights include a $7.5 million zoo boost (with a $2.5M match required), expanded mental health services via COPES 911, utility aid for families, and future plans for opioid settlement funds. This isn’t just spending—it’s investing in Tulsa’s future, from neighborhood lights to animal care, all while keeping the city financially strong.
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