The scheduled GO Bond engagement workshop, which was set to take place at the Latino Community Development Agency yesterday, has been canceled due to warnings of severe weather that could jeopardize the safety of attendees.
Intended to facilitate discussions and gather input on neighborhood needs for upcoming bond projects—specifically from the city's Spanish-speaking residents—the workshop was an opportunity to ensure that a diverse range of voices was heard in the planning stages. However, the city has made clear its intent to reschedule this important session, though the new date has yet to be announced, according to the official city news update.
Meanwhile, the city has put forth alternative avenues for residents to make their voices heard. Two additional workshops remain on the schedule, one on November 12 at the Pete White Health and Wellness Center for residents of Wards 4 and 5, and another on November 19 at Oklahoma City University's Tom & Brenda McDaniel University Center for residents of Ward 2, both taking place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
For those unable to attend—or for those who prefer digital engagement—the city's website remains an accessible platform for feedback. Instructions in Spanish are available which guide users through the process of adding markers to an interactive map indicating where they believe infrastructure improvements are needed. Beyond this, there's an option for local groups, be it a neighborhood, club, or any collective, to use a downloadable tool kit designed by the city to gather, share, and submit ideas for the bond, ensuring their proposals are a part of the conversation, as detailed by the city's official website.
The city is working to accommodate the participation of all its residents. The rescheduled workshop date will be communicated to ensure the Spanish-speaking community is included.
