Tag: OTA

Oklahoma Transportation Authority – Usurping More Private Property For A Road No One Needs

By Jenni White - Managing Editor March 29, 2025 0

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.

Tassie Katherine Hirschfeld of PikeOffOTA; OTA is Soviet-Style Centralized Planning

By Jenni White - Managing Editor February 3, 2025 1

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.

Social Media Post Calling Out Gubernatorial Politics Gets Tons Of Pushback – Makes Point Of Post

By Jenni White - Managing Editor January 6, 2025 0

Governor Stitt’s social media post about shooting a bobcat on his property sparked a ROPE post about how it distracted from real and pressing state issues. ROPE critiqued the Governor’s choice to divert attention away from serious concerns like DHS investigations and rising tolls, emphasizing the need for accountability by posting a hunting pic.

Edmond Public Schools Discriminates and the OTA Good Ole Boy System Wins Again

By Jenni White - Managing Editor December 8, 2024 0

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.

Norman City Council Vote, Tuesday, 8.27 Could Prevent Council From Representing Citizens In OTA South Extension Construction

By Jenni White - Managing Editor August 25, 2024 0

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.