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RD Flanagan : Mooser Creek Greenway

September 12, 2014 tulsauwc No Coment

Commissioned By the City of Tulsa

This Mooser Creek Greenway Plan celebrates the rich natural, cultural and political history of the basin, and presents a plan developed by the citizens that preserves the best of what is there, while ensuring that quality future growth and development can continue to enhance the livability of the southwest Tulsa area.

-Bill LaFortune Mayor, City of Tulsa

In line with the Comprehensive Plan, residents want to see as much of the basin’s wildlife habitat and vegetation retained as possible, its floodplains and steep slopes protected, and its rural-residential character preserved. Although the Okmulgee Expressway Corridor is zoned for commercial development, there is a clear consensus against the creation of a sprawling, high-intensity, 24-hour business complex like the one at Woodland Hills, which would obliterate the watershed’s natural beauty and unique character. (V-6)

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City of Tulsa: Southwest Tulsa Planning

September 7, 2014 tulsauwc No Coment

Southwest Tulsa Planning

In 1988 the City published the Master Drainage Plan for Southwest Tulsa, and in 1994 voter approved 2.89 million for bridge improvements and flood control measures on Mooser Creek. The citizens later participated in the Mooser Creek Greenway plan. The genesis of the project included public involvement and a final plan with a schedule of tasks and a budget. The plan proposes a greenway along Mooser Creek that would prevent flooding , preserve floodplains and wildlife habitat, restore water quality, improve property values, and help meet the areas future transportation, recreation and educational needs. ( Mooser Creek Greenway plan pg.1-2 ).

As recommended in the Comprehensive Plan for the city, Mooser Creek Greenway will link together the watershed’s major recreation areas and facilities, including Turkey Mountain. A multi-purpose trail on the south side of Mooser main stream will connect with the River Parks’ system on the west bank of the Arkansas River. Nature trails will link Page Belcher and West Highlands Park with Lubell Park, Bales Park, and the YMCA Camp via the public and private school. The Greenway trails will allow citizens to access the watersheds many educational opportunities and institutions.

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