20 hours Ago
Editor’s note: In February, the Tulsa World is sharing a series of thoughts from Black Tulsans about the future of Tulsa and what role they are playing to make it happen. Neighborhoods are more than just places where people live; they are the heartbeat of thriving communities. When neighborhood residents are empowered, involved in planning, and well-resourced, they nurture their overall health and prosperity.
A thriving neighborhood has everything residents need to prosper, including high-functioning schools that foster curiosity, stable and affordable homes, access to medical care, well-stocked grocery stores, parks, and a dynamic mix of commerce that brings people together. But beyond infrastructure, neighborhoods are fundamentally about the people who live there, the history they carry, and the culture they shape. For a neighborhood to be successful, it must be driven by the involvement of the people who call it home.
This means residents must actively engage in its planning, growth and long-term vision. People are also reading..
. Car crash leaves two Holland Hall students dead, one in critical condition Holland Hall identifies students killed in car crash last week Downtown building housing adult superstore purchased by Elliot Nelson, David Sharp Letter: Angered by OSU's Kayse Shrum resignation because of regents' behavior Former Clemson assistant weighs in on OU’s Wes Goodwin hire, Brent Venables calling plays Should Oklahoma State pay SEC's asking price for second Big 12 playoff spot? Voting open in 2025 Mr. Inside/Outside and Ms.
Inside/Outside contests Dr. Kayse Shrum resignation leaves open possibility of return to OSU faculty in Tulsa Gov. Kevin Stitt says relationship with Superintendent Ryan Walters 'not very good at all' Schools make plans for snow day Tuesday; winter storm warning in effect tomorrow Oklahoma Tax Commission trying to 'recapture' $5 million in private school tax credits Who belongs on the all-time Mt.
Rushmore for OU softball? Tulsa police investigating Booker T. Washington faculty member Unexpected door opened for Sam Landry's path to OU; she tosses perfect game in third start OU men's basketball program's brokenness exposed after horrific loss to LSU As we focus on revitalizing neighborhoods in north Tulsa, Northside Neighbors is committed to a place-based approach. We will continue to collaborate with local partners and build allies and stakeholders, but most importantly, we will engage neighborhood residents.
This will increase the social and economic well-being of north Tulsa neighborhoods. Place-based initiatives are an investment in our future, and they require the collaboration of everyone. Our approach will reflect the needs of our residents — we will listen and respond.
At our core, Northside Neighbors is committed to uplifting the legacy of north Tulsa residents and supporting their vision for a prosperous future. Our work aims to create high-quality mixed-income housing, exceptional schools that prioritize student success, inclusive spaces for physical and mental well-being, and a thriving commercial core that sustains economic vitality. These efforts reflect the power of resident-led initiatives and are a testament to the resilience and spirit of north Tulsa neighborhoods.
By combining strategies, partnerships and a commitment to resident-centered revitalization, we can lay the foundation for neighborhoods that support healthy, thriving lives for generations to come. This is not an easy task, but it is one that we can accomplish together. The collected series: go.
tulsaworld.com/tulsafuture Longtime public health official leading new north Tulsa-based nonprofit The Tulsa World is where your story lives..
