Civic Issues
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Civilian oversight of public safety
A proposed charter amendment would create an independent office to review police, fire, and 911 conduct — a concept Tulsa has debated since 2019. Councilor Bellis is also drafting a citizen-led public safety commission as a possible complement.
36 mentions (13 this month)Last discussed Oct 14, 2026
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Proposed 2030 census changes
The federal government has proposed eliminating race and ethnicity questions and restricting census participation to citizens. This would erase Asian and immigrant communities from data that shapes city services and the commission's own work. Public comment is open through November 2.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 6, 2026