The Tulsa Board of County Commissioners remains deeply committed to addressing homelessness in our community.

For decades, Tulsa County has operated a safe and effective emergency shelter for families and children in crisis. As discussions around a proposed low-barrier shelter have unfolded, our consistent focus has been ensuring the continued safety and success of these vital services.

Earlier this year, Mayor Monroe Nichols approached the county regarding a proposed low-barrier shelter site located just 75 feet from the playground used by children at our emergency shelter. In response, we made a simple and reasonable request: that the third-party operator conduct a formal security assessment of our operations and propose a plan to ensure both shelters could operate safely in close prox

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