Well, I have to admit, with all that I’ve been hearing in the media (you’d think I’d have learned) about today’s vote, I was worried. I was hearing about 50% for and 50% against the Big League City proposition, and as it usually goes, those who are against a tax of any kind will get out in droves and vote. I had a bad feeling that the proponents wouldn’t come through for us.
I WAS WRONG! There, I said it. Take note, because it may be a long time before I say it again. My wife knows this well 🙂 But this is one time I’m happy to have been wrong. The latest numbers I’ve seen, with 80 of 271 precincts reporting, reflect 61.5% YES (12,057 votes) and 38.5% NO (7,559 votes).
I’m EXTREMELY proud of the residents of OKC for showing the world that we put our money where our mouths are… that we’re ready to take the leap into pro sports and build yet another piece of the puzzle to make OKC a major attraction in our region, as well as the world.
Hold on tight, because it’s going to be a fun ride. We’ll see more job growth, and more revenue as a result of today’s vote, which will equate to a stronger economy, more construction, more tourism, and so much more. THANK YOU VOTERS!
Now bring on all the BIG XII events!
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Here's an update after all precincts came in:
271 of 271 precincts reporting
Yes: 44849, 61.9 percent
No: 27564, 38.1 percent
THANKS AGAIN OKC VOTERS!