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Welcome to The Alliance News, where we share updates, success stories, and insights that shape Oklahoma City’s future. As we work to coordinate land, incentives, and development tools in partnership with government and private stakeholders, this space keeps you connected to what’s happening across our community. We’ll highlight new projects, partnerships, policy shifts, and ways you can engage—so you can see how we’re building progress together.

Alliance News


hotel is crucial next step for okc
On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Council made a crucial next step in securing Oklahoma City’s status as a visitor destination by approving a...
Sep 28, 2016


preserving history, community
The term economic development is often associated with facilitating new construction, but it can also serve as the catalyst for progress...
Sep 21, 2016
the purpose of parklets
This Friday, Downtown OKC Inc. will be hosting several parklets in and around downtown Oklahoma City as part of PARK(ing) Day. PARK(ing)...
Sep 14, 2016
local control keeps TIFs accountable
Across the country, cities are increasingly important drivers of economic performance. As Brookings Institution Vice President Bruce Katz...
Sep 7, 2016
construction of streetcar line drawing near
Oklahoma City will soon join the ranks of several major cities with modern streetcar systems among their transportation options....
Aug 31, 2016
local economic forecast shows gradual improvement
Last week, Russell Evans, executive director of the Economic Research and Policy Institute at the Meinders School of Business at Oklahoma...
Aug 23, 2016
bricktown experiencing development
In the last two years, Bricktown has experienced the biggest changes since it first emerged as an entertainment district in the late...
Aug 16, 2016
skirvin proves to be a worthy investment
If you’ve been to the Skirvin Hilton in recent weeks, you’ve noticed construction and fresh finishes throughout the historic hotel. The...
Aug 9, 2016
abandoned building coalition makes recommendations
Abandoned buildings attract crime, strain the resources of the police and fire departments, decrease property values and have a negative...
Aug 2, 2016
boeing expansion highlights success of incentive programs
The aerospace industry continues its expansion in Oklahoma City, as Boeing recently held a ribbon-cutting at a new facility on its campus...
Jul 26, 2016
policies for TIF districts
This week, the Oklahoma City Council approved the policy guide for the new tax increment financing districts in the Core to Shore...
Jul 19, 2016
economic development and quality schools
Cities with high-quality public schools are more economically competitive. Any attempt to attract a company to Oklahoma City includes a...
Jul 12, 2016
strategic investment program brings jobs
In December 2007, a portion of the general obligation bond approved by Oklahoma City voters was dedicated to establishing the Strategic...
Jul 6, 2016
civic engagement is crucial to local development
Engaged citizens providing public input are a critically important element of development in Oklahoma City. There are multiple ways in...
Jun 28, 2016
effort to create quiet zone moving forward
For many years there has been discussion, planning and progress toward the creation of a quiet zone along the Burlington-Northern Santa...
Jun 21, 2016
downtown oklahoma city continues to transform
Development is ongoing for many projects downtown. New towers are being added to the Oklahoma City skyline, housing and hotel amenities...
Jun 16, 2016
summer activities abound downtown
Downtown Oklahoma City has become a hub of activity and entertainment, especially in the summer months. Each year, more festivals and...
Jun 7, 2016
core to shore area set for multiple projects
The north section of the Core to Shore area of downtown Oklahoma City, from SW Third Street to the relocated Interstate 40, will see...
May 31, 2016
myriad garden events draw visitors
The Myriad Botanical Gardens, as a beautiful place of respite in the Central Business District, is regularly filled with visitors of all...
May 24, 2016
convention center hotel makes progress
The Oklahoma City Council on Tuesday approved a resolution to move forward with acquiring property for a proposed convention center...
May 18, 2016
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