OKG: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your year compared to normal years? James Cooper: I serve as OKC’s Ward 2 Councilperson. I also teach as an adjunct professor in Philosophy and Film Studies at Oklahoma City University and as an adjunct professor in English at University of Central Oklahoma. Before I took […]
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Public input
A recent poll of likely Oklahoma City special elections voters shows many would like to see the MAPS vote done slightly differently moving forward. A majority of people surveyed said they would rather vote for MAPS 4 projects individually. Most would also like to see some of the penny tax spent on operations and maintenance […]
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Action item
On Friday, a resolution was added to the Oklahoma City Council agenda for May 7’s meeting but was then deferred to May 21. If passed, it would withdraw the application to designate First Christian Church a historic landmark overlay district. Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) voted to initiate the process April 3, which also started a […]
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One OKC
One of the newest city council members is making history and giving a voice to people who have gone without representation at the city level. Ward 2 councilman James Cooper is the first openly gay member of the council, first biracial representative, first black representative outside Ward 7 and the first teacher on the council […]
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Shoulders of giants
James Cooper and JoBeth Hamon are anxious and excited to take their city council seats April 9. After winning their respective elections without a runoff, Ward 2’s Cooper and Ward 6’s Hamon have had time to participate in forums and orientation meetings. “My campaign manager kept telling me, ‘We won; no runoff.’ And I was […]
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Taking a seat
Oklahoma City Ward 2 councilman Ed Shadid has held his position since 2011 but decided last year he would not seek a third term. Five candidates are vying to fill his spot. Candidates with varying levels of experience in politics and activism will appear on the Feb. 12 election ballot, which could result in an […]
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As the Oklahoma City Council prepares sales tax and bond propositions, conversations continue about how best to spend the funds
Some want the money to fund infrastructure improvements, and others believe the money should go to schools.
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“I think my interest is going to be the same as everybody’s: We need better streets and sidewalks,” White said.
“I think my interest is going to be the same as everybody’s: We need better streets and sidewalks,” White said.
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Communities prepare for possible MAPS 4 vote
MAPS 4 Neighborhoods holds town hall meeting in anticipation of MAPS 4 announcement.
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WARD 2: Cooper shakes labels, wants to bring ‘different approach’
James Cooper said he has a different approach than the current Ward 2 councilman.