G.T. Bynum is young, energetic, enthusiastic and is the only candidate calling on Tulsans to raise the bar for their expectations of a brighter future for our city. Dewey Bartlett appears old and tired; his enthusiasm is
DetailsWe’ve determined that the Tulsa mayoral election of 2016 is crucially important and made a collective decision to support Councilor G.T. Bynum. Our recommendation is based upon a clear, principle-based approach after a careful analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the two leading candidates as we perceive them.
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This election is about far more than streets and public safety, so often the focus of campaign rhetoric. If Tulsa is to be competitive with our peers, the next mayor will need to deal effectively with a wide range of looming societal, technological, environmental, economic and political change. If you invest the time to read the questions and answers, we are confident you will gain valuable insight into the thought processes and energy levels of the two candidates. In some instances, the contrast is quite clear.
DetailsThe idea of big box stores close to the core of cities is contrary to both leading-edge retail trends and best practices in urban design. It is even more questionable within an area designated as parkland. And what message does it send to Tulsans – who have just voted to fund beautification of the river?
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In early March, Smart Growth Tulsa offered Tulsans a Vision Tulsa Survey, to provide an opportunity for respondents to experience what it feels like to make Vision Tulsa ballot choices, BEFORE actually entering the voting booth. We are now pleased to share with you the results of our efforts.
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