Monday, October 1, 2007

Our River Yes Overview Public River Plan look at the maps and renderings

$282 Million Public River Plan

Ensuring the River Flows with Water
Sand Springs low-water dam….$24.7 million
Zink Dam modifications….$15.45 million
River channel modifications, bank stabilization
and habitat improvements….$90 million
Jenks low-water dam….$24.7 million
Sub-total….$154.85 million

Enhancing the River’s Economic Value
Land Acquisition & Site Development,
Tulsa, Bixby, Broken Arrow, Sand Springs, Jenks….$57.4 million
Sub-total….$57.4 million

Connecting People to the River
Pedestrian Bridges at 41st and 61st streets
and Downtown Connectors….$45 million
Sub-total….$45 million
Project contingency funds….$25 million

The result is a river with a constant flow of water between downtown around 1st to the Jenks area at approximately 106th that provides for the multiple goals of recreation, aesthetics, flood control and wildlife habitat. If Tulsa County voters approve public funding, the private sector has agreed to donate $117 million to beautify the banks of the Arkansas River with picnic areas, parks, fountains and water features, improved recreation areas, better public restrooms, enhanced lighting, safety features and more.


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