Turkey Mountain update: Risking wilderness and taxpayer money on a dubious outlet mall plan
I’d argue that the proposed Premium Shoppes at Turkey Mountain is a plan destined for failure. And what will that leave us with, should that come to pass? A barren parking lot with empty buildings sitting atop what used to be wild, old-growth forest that people and wildlife once enjoyed. A city asset will become a liability, and there won’t be any chance of recovering what it used to be.
To some, an outlet mall is the best gift ever–new jobs for our city, more sales tax revenue, and BARGAINS! Ask 1,000 people from all areas and walks of life–“Would you like to have a Premium Outlet Mall in Tulsa?” 95% of Tulsans would answer yes. I am sure of that. But ask the SAME 1,000 people a second question–“If another location for the mall could be found that did not have a negative impact on Tulsa’s Urban Wilderness, would you be in favor of putting it in another location? I bet at least 80% would favor another location.
Please Join Us! We would love your help with some fun and easy winter cleanup, all you need to do is show up with a positive attitude and a little energy to give back to Turkey Mountain. All ages and skill levels welcome.
We are anticipating a high turn out and parking will be at a premium. Please carpool when available and please DO NOT park at the church across the street.
Volunteers will gather at the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness trailhead parking lot to then hike into the park to pick up litter and prune vegetation that obstructs hikers, runners and cyclists who may be on the trails.
Please bring the following: a personal water bottle (jugs of water will be provided), a picnic lunch, work gloves and pruners / loppers (clearly identifiable as your own) if you have them!
Special group assignment opportunities also available, to learn more you can reach us at byway of our email webmaster@tulsaurbanwildernesscoalition.org
Thank You To Our Cleanup Day CoSponsor OEF!
