Amy Cerato and Whitney Mullica from Pike Off OTA discussed new routes and legislative frustrations regarding the OTA’s operations. Cerato criticized OTA’s lack of transparency, highlighting their disregard for landowners and inadequate planning for infrastructure projects, suggesting that OTA prioritizes financial interests over public needs.
On January 31st, the podcast featured Tassie Katherine Hirschfeld from PikeOffOTA discussing Oklahoma’s Transportation Authority (OTA) and its controversial toll road projects. She criticized the OTA’s lack of transparency and compared its operations to Cuba’s central planning. The discussion emphasized the importance of legislative measures to protect Oklahomans’ rights against the OTA.
On December 6th, Edmond attorney Richard Lebarthe discussed his lawsuit against Edmond Public Schools concerning discriminatory COVID policies during a ROPE Report interview. He also addressed concerns about a $1.5 billion bond issue for the Oklahoma Transportation Authority, urging a delay for further review and accountability before approval.
On October 4th, a podcast featured Whitney Mullica and Kelly Wilson discussing their successful opposition to a turnpike contract with the Norman City Council. Their research revealed negative outcomes for towns from similar contracts, highlighting cronyism in the transportation sector. They also discussed TIFs and the lack of public consent in funding projects, emphasizing the need for citizen engagement in local governance.
On Friday, August 24th, Kelly Wilson and Whitney Mullica from PikeOffOTA joined ROPE Report LIVE to discuss an upcoming Norman City Council meeting regarding the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority’s plans. They highlighted the need for public attendance and urged the council to vote against an agreement with OTA. Kelly also referenced past unfavorable agreements with OTA.
Here, we discuss concerns about Oklahoma’s government and business interests impacting citizens. It highlights issues such as property seizure for toll roads, unethical land sales, and government-business collusion. We beg you to watch the video/s for full insight and to create public awareness and action to protect citizens’ rights and property.