Tulsa City Council Regular Meeting

The Tulsa City Council held a regular meeting on September 16, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Notably, the council approved a supplemental appropriation of $7,604,163.81 from the Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust grant revenues to support social and economic development programs. They also authorized the issuance of $65,660,000 in general obligation bonds for city projects. Additionally, the council granted a ten-year non-exclusive franchise to Coxcom LLC for cable services within the city. The meeting featured zoning ordinance amendments, including the application of neighborhood character overlays to preserve community aesthetics and manage development. A significant policy discussion and resolution approval focused on establishing and funding an eviction prevention and legal representation program to assist tenants and landlords, reflecting the council's commitment to addressing housing stability and homelessness. The council also approved travel authorization for a member to attend the African American Leadership Conference, emphasizing community empowerment initiatives. Several public comments addressed neighborhood preservation, housing concerns, and social services, highlighting community engagement in city governance.