LEADERSHIP NOTES
YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE ON DEC. 12 Voting is a powerful tool that empowers you to help shape our community. That’s why it’s so imperative for you to vote in the Dec. 12 special election that holds tremendous significance for the future prosperity of Oklahoma City. The economic impact that looms on the horizon is significant. Thunder games and various events inject over half a billion dollars annually into our local economy, sustaining a remarkable 3,000 jobs. Yet, the arena is not merely a basketball haven; it serves as the epicenter for concerts, family shows, thrilling monster truck events and nationally acclaimed athletic competitions. These events draw visitors from beyond our city limits who bolster our local economy. Voting YES ensures that Oklahoma City remains a major player on the national stage. A new arena guarantees the Thunder’s presence in our city until at least 2050, securing the team for another generation and enhancing our competitiveness for elite concerts and major events. This initiative comes at no additional tax burden—it only extends the existing MAPS 4 tax once it expires. By supporting this proposal on Dec. 12, you are not only preserving our city’s legacy of self-investment but also fueling a positive economic trend. The anticipated ripple effect of the new arena promises to bolster our economy, creating a robust revenue stream that can be directed towards addressing pressing issues in Oklahoma City. Your vote is your voice, and together, we can continue to propel Oklahoma City towards a future of economic vitality. Let’s stand united and cast our ballots for a stronger, more prosperous community.
CHRISTY GILLENWATER President & CEO
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OKCMOA to showcase works of Oklahoma icon Ed Ruscha & art pioneer Georgia O’Keeffe VELOCITYOKC.COM/ CHRISTYSPICK
12 Recent study for downtown arena shows ‘significant’ economic impact 19 January Chamber Forum gives progress on city’s criminal justice reforms 14 ‘Tis the Season’ to experience OKC’s Downtown in December event 17 Economic Indicators report shows diversity on the rise in OKC
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