7News has raised questions about the recent activities of the City of Tulsa’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) from 2019. The program is designed to fund infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and public buildings. However, the news outlet has discovered discrepancies in the CIP’s spending and project completion rates.

According to 7News, the CIP had allocated $1.5 million for a project to improve the city’s stormwater system, but the project was not completed. Additionally, the CIP spent $1.1 million on a project to renovate a city-owned building, which was also not finished. The news outlet has questioned the Finance Department about these issues, citing concerns over the effectiveness and transparency of the CIP’s spending.

The Finance Department has responded by stating that the projects were delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather conditions and supply chain disruptions. However, 7News has pressed for more detailed explanations and assurances that the city’s infrastructure projects are being managed efficiently and effectively.

The controversy highlights the importance of accountability and transparency in public spending, particularly when it comes to critical infrastructure projects that impact the daily lives of citizens. The city’s Finance Department will need to provide further clarification and justification for the delays and spending discrepancies to maintain public trust.