Housing for justice-involved residents (Just Home Project)
Summary
TAO is lending $2 million from the MacArthur Foundation to Robertson Properties to rehab three properties into 23 affordable units for people leaving incarceration — including rooms at about $350/month. Many funding sources bar people with records, so this fills a real gap. The loan agreement still needs City Council approval.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $2 million loaned at 1% interest over ten years, with a 1% (then 0.5%) admin fee to TAO.
Tulsans coming out of incarceration who otherwise struggle to find housing, plus neighborhoods gaining rehabilitated affordable units.
None identified; Councilor Bellis addressed potential neighborhood concerns directly, arguing such housing operates quietly in communities citywide.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Council Urban & Economic Development Committee - Jul 29, 2026
A $2 million, 1% MacArthur Foundation loan would fund 23 affordable units across three properties in Districts 3 and 4 for people leaving incarceration, with case management by Family & Children's Services. Robinson Properties rehabbed and manages the units and repays the loan — the city carries no repayment obligation.
Tulsa Authority for Economic Opportunity - Jun 25, 2026
TAO is lending $2 million from the MacArthur Foundation to Robertson Properties to rehab three properties into 23 affordable units for people leaving incarceration — including rooms at about $350/month. Many funding sources bar people with records, so this fills a real gap. The loan agreement still needs City Council approval.
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