Data transparency ordinance implementation
Summary
City Auditor Nathan Pickard laid out a plan to rebuild Tulsa's public open-data program, which faded after the 2021 ransomware attack. Data set identification starts next fiscal year, with prioritization and a public input process to follow.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funding needs will come back to the council as budget options in December.
Residents, researchers, and journalists get better access to city data; the city may reach gold-level What Works Cities certification.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Council Public Works Committee - Jun 3, 2026
City Auditor Nathan Pickard laid out a plan to rebuild Tulsa's public open-data program, which faded after the 2021 ransomware attack. Data set identification starts next fiscal year, with prioritization and a public input process to follow.
Council Public Works Committee - Apr 22, 2026
Councilor Bellis's ordinance would let the City Auditor publish raw city data sets for public use, not just formal audit opinions. It's a win for anyone who wants to dig into how the city is performing — and it got a warm reception.
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