Tulsa launches initiative to save homes from tax debt

Tulsa is set to enhance its traffic safety and efficiency with the upcoming completion of a diverging diamond interchange (DDI) at Memorial and the Creek Turnpike, marking the city's second such project. Officials highlighted that DDIs have been successful in reducing collisions by approximately one-third and improving pedestrian safety by minimizing conflict points between vehicles and pedestrians. The new design is expected to increase traffic flow efficiency by the same margin, allowing for quicker movement through the intersection.

As construction progresses, residents are encouraged to exercise patience and familiarize themselves with new overhead signage that will guide drivers through the area. The temporary shift of traffic to the opposite side of the roadway is designed to facilitate smoother transitions onto highways, making left turns across traffic simpler and safer.

In addition to traffic improvements, the city is launching the Saving Our Homes initiative, aimed at assisting low-income residents at risk of losing their homes due to tax debt. Eligible homeowners can receive up to $4,000 to help clear titles or pay back property taxes, ensuring that long-time Tulsans can retain their generational homes. To qualify, applicants must meet specific income criteria and reside in designated census tracts.

This initiative is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act in collaboration with the Tulsa Economic Development Corporation. Residents interested in applying are encouraged to do so before the program's deadline on August 31st, with more information available on the TEDC website.