Tulsa, our nearest city, is, on the other hand, hopelessly behind in all areas! They voted down, last year, a plan to develop the Arkansas River shore. I grew up in Tulsa and the Arkansas has never been much more than a muddy river that flooded from time to time. Development along the shore would never be like the Riverwalk in San Antonio, but look what the Lake did for Tempe! Folks who’ve never lived anywhere but Tulsa have little vision. It was a shame it was defeated, although I will admit that Tulsa does need street improvements, which was the reason given by most who voted “no.”

Thanks for these pictures. I get “homesick” for the Valley sometimes, but not NOW! It’s green and cool here now (Claremore, OK).