How an Oklahoma City sales tax fuels the city’s ‘renaissance’

Oklahoma City is rewriting its story—from cowboys and oil rigs to a booming tech hub with a fresh focus on community well-being. At the heart of this transformation is a dedicated one-cent sales tax, fueling the city’s growth into a thriving metropolis of over 700,000 residents. Guided by Mayor David Holt since 2018, this program supports projects that enhance parks, public transit, and essential social services. Dive into how this innovative funding approach is shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for Oklahoma City’s residents.

Why does this matter in Minot? We’re on the verge of our own sales tax vote (coming up in June) and the result will be whether we follow in Oklahoma’s foot steps or stay where we are. It’s also a nod to a new notion in economic development — instead of attempting to attract jobs, attempt to attract people by building a nice place. And as labor is the most important ingredient for businesses, they follow the people. Smart. Read more about Oklahoma City’s success on — of course — Smart Cities Dive below.

Dan Zukowski

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