Winter shelter outcomes and future capacity
Summary
The city's first extended winter shelter served 632 adults at Creeks and, with partners, 1,343 people during the January cold snap. With the Harbor shelter opening late this year at 180 beds, the city plans to rely on provider emergency capacity rather than a standalone winter shelter going forward.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $1.1 million spent this winter from a $1.6 million ARPA allocation, with the remainder going to summer cooling stations.
People experiencing homelessness get a bed during deadly cold snaps, including 103 children and 52 veterans served in January.
The roughly 95 residents housed at the facility could face displacement pressures if relocation moves forward.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Tulsa Development Authority - Aug 20, 2026
The Salvation Army facility sits on a key development parcel; a 1996 sales tax attempt to relocate it failed on relocation costs for its 95 residents. The organization says it would engage if provided a suitable, entitled site — but community pushback is likely.
Council Urban & Economic Development Committee - Jun 10, 2026
The city's first extended winter shelter served 632 adults at Creeks and, with partners, 1,343 people during the January cold snap. With the Harbor shelter opening late this year at 180 beds, the city plans to rely on provider emergency capacity rather than a standalone winter shelter going forward.
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