Council Public Works Committee Meeting

The Tulsa City Council Public Works Committee meeting on August 5, 2026, included several procurement and infrastructure-related discussions. Key procurement items included approval of a right of way occupancy permit for Vero Fiber Networks to install fiber optic infrastructure, and license agreements with Cox Communications for fiber optic installations in Mayes County. The committee also addressed property condemnation resolutions necessary for public infrastructure projects such as the Coal Creek Rehabilitation and water line and street improvements. Additionally, a significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed presentation by Tulsa Golf Management Group representatives on the operations, capital investments, and renovation plans for the city's public golf courses, Paige Belcher and Mohawk. They highlighted a $2.3 million investment in equipment, a $1.6 million investment in new carts, and a $970,000 private fundraising effort matched by the city. The group outlined a $14-15 million master plan for Mohawk's renovation, including flood mitigation measures estimated at $750,000, with funding strategies involving public-private partnerships and revenue bonds. The council expressed strong support and interest in advancing these projects. Finally, the Parks Department presented a new public-facing Capital Improvement Projects dashboard designed to increase transparency and citizen engagement by providing real-time updates on project statuses and funding across council districts.