“An American City That Is Getting It Right”
More kudos for Oklahoma City, this time in Baron’s:
Normally we use this space to offer up examples of investment success.
But given the crises that local governments have been facing, — including declining tax rolls, rising demand for services, and widening budget gaps – we decided to shine the spotlight on a city that is defying the national trends.
So hats off to Oklahoma City.
Known to many Americans as the site of the worst act of domestic terrorism before Sept. 11, the capital city of Oklahoma is rebranding itself with its economic success.
In the midst of a weak national economy, the city is experiencing job growth, a stable housing market, and increased infrastructure spending.
Someone has the public relations machine in overdrive … Read the rest of this Baron’s article here.
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Yes. I noticed that as well. If one looks to Tulsa, or across the street at the county, one can easily see that being a Republican or Democrat has NOTHING to do with Oklahoma City’s success. Prior mayors have been careful to respect and value the non-partisan status of the job. Mick hasn’t fared as well at this matter, and it does bother and upset others. In past publicity his aide has responded it was the reporter, not the mayor, bringing it up. But it has been introduced by Mick in previous mayoral campaigns and now, very clearly, in this article.
It is a non-partisan position to the extent you don’t see party affiliation on campaign materials or attached to their name in news stories etc. Same goes for Council members.
As Doug pointed out over at OKCTalk, it was in response to the reporters Tea Party question.
Steve, I hadn’t noticed the Mayor bringing it up before specifically during a campaign, seems he would mention “conservative” (which usually gets translated in the minds of most as being Republican).
OKC raised taxes to do it. Think what it would be like if OKC cut taxes and did not invest in the future.
[...] to Steve Lackmeyer for posting Baron’s glowing report on Oklahoma City. It’s great to be part of “An American City That’s Getting It [...]
I thought the mayor of OKC was a non-partisan position…