On West Gray: Norman's April 2026 Vote

The City of Norman held a detailed discussion on the upcoming April 7, 2026, propositions that voters will decide on. Key topics included Proposition One, a $35 million five-year street maintenance bond funded through property taxes to repair and maintain approximately 290 lane miles of roads across all city wards, continuing a successful program since 2005. Proposition Two involves increasing the guest tax from 8% to 10%, extending it to recreational vehicles, with revenues supporting tourism promotion, arts grants, and parks capital projects, funded solely by visitors, not residents. Proposition Three proposes charter amendments to adjust council member term start dates to better align with elections, enhancing their participation in budget processes. Proposition Four seeks to broaden qualifications for the city auditor position to include various professional certifications, increasing hiring flexibility. Lastly, Proposition Five is an $8 million bond for a permanent overnight homeless shelter with enhanced facilities and services, funded by property taxes, aiming to replace the current temporary shelter and improve support for the homeless population. The city emphasized transparency, community engagement, and detailed project information available online to inform voters.