Category: Tulsa, OK

ALONE, BUT TOGETHER

by PACE TULSA, posted in Blog, Events, Local News, Pedestrian Safety, Tulsa, OK

The post discusses various social issues including police brutality and racial profiling, and emphasizes the importance of open dialogs and actions for successful implementation of projects. It also highlights the story of a ghost writer who shares tales of unexpected police kindness. The post emphasizes the role of activists across all generations in influencing social service trends, diverse workplace policies and standing up against social injustice. Finally, it mentions the 2020 Tulsa Equality Indicators Annual Report, that revealed improvements on the city's equality score, and the need for more organizations to work towards ending equity barriers.

Strengthening Pedestrian Safety and Accessibility in District 7

by PACE TULSA, posted in Crosswalk Safety, Tulsa, OK

Tulsa’s 91st Street and Mingo projects must adopt Safe System standards, prioritizing ADA-compliant sidewalks and signal timing to ensure high-speed corridors protect all vulnerable users.

Law Enforcement Agents and Misdemeanor Domestic Violence

by PACE TULSA, posted in Blog, Pedestrian Safety, Public Education, Tulsa, OK

The article raises complex legal and social questions concerning tribal sovereignty, federal law, and the rights of African Americans, particularly in light of McGirt v. Oklahoma, 591 U.S. ___ (2020). McGirt affirmed the Muscogee (Creek) Nation's reservation boundaries, raising questions about jurisdictional authority and its potential impact on law enforcement. The article expresses concerns about the application of tribal law to African Americans and potential discrimination. It references other relevant Supreme Court cases, including Washington State Department of Licensing v. Cougar Den, Inc., 586 U.S. ___ (2019), and Herrera v. Wyoming, 587 U.S. ___ (2019), which address treaty rights. Minnesota v. Mille Lacs Band of Chippewa Indians, 526 U.S. 172 (1999), is also cited regarding treaty interpretation.

A Fight for Fairness

by PACE TULSA, posted in Local News, Tulsa, OK

A dedicated worker faced an impossible situation when his carpool fell apart, leaving him stranded from a job with no accessible public transportation. Despite his best efforts, his employer refused to discuss accommodations, leading to a forced resignation. This is a story about fighting for fairness, the ADA, and the fundamental right to work.