Michael Bates
for City Council
Tulsa District 4
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Finally...
A leader who listens to us!
“I will listen attentively to your ideas
and concerns, and I will treat you with respect. I will work for you
at City Hall — to make wise use of your tax dollars, to protect your
investment in your home and neighborhood, and to build a better Tulsa for
all of us.”
Michael Bates will work for us!
 | Excellent, efficient city services Police and fire protection, streets, water and sewer -- the basics done right, using our tax dollars wisely |
| Protection for
our neighborhoods New strategies for crime prevention Compatible growth that respects Tulsa's history and the investment you've made in your home and neighborhood |
| Open, accessible city government
Strong Council oversight of City Hall Clear, complete city government information available 24/7 on the Internet |
| New life in Downtown and
Midtown Creative public-private partnerships for encouraging new life in Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods, while respecting Tulsa's history and the integrity of our neighborhoods |
| Building a better Tulsa
for all of us Listening to our ideas and concerns, Working together with the new Mayor and Council, Working with neighborhood and business leaders, Building a better future for Tulsa and District 4 |
CAMPAIGN ANNOUNCEMENT
The campaign is up and running! Michael Bates and several friends began going door-to-door on January 5 to meet District 4 voters.
Click here to read the current and previous press releases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Michael Bates?
Michael Bates grew up in Tulsa, came back after graduating from MIT, works as
a computer software engineer, and is raising his family in Midtown Tulsa. As president
of the Midtown Coalition of Neighborhood Associations, he has volunteered his
time to help neighborhoods become more knowledgeable and effective in their
dealings with City Hall.
Click here to read more.
Where is District 4?
District 4 is the heart of Tulsa, encompassing Downtown, T. U., the Fairgrounds, and many of Tulsa's most historic neighborhoods. Click here for maps showing the neighborhoods in District 4, and the new boundaries for all nine council districts.
When are the elections?
The municipal primary election will be Tuesday, February 5, 2002, and the general election will be Tuesday, March 12, 2002. There is no primary runoff election. The entire City Council, the Mayor, and the City Auditor will all be up for election.
Why is Michael Bates running
for City Council?
"Most people who hear I'm running for City Council congratulate me, or thank me for my willingness to serve. Others -- close friends, mostly -- ask, 'Why in the world would you want to be a City Councilor? Do you need the aggravation? Why do you want to join that useless, bickering bunch? Don't you have better things to do with your spare time?' My answer: I want to be a City Councilor because the City Council matters to our City's quality of life and its future." Click here to read more.
What does Michael Bates think about...?
Click here to read Michael's thoughts on a variety of issues.
How can I help?
Join the winning team! A grassroots campaign needs all sorts of people, skills, and abilities to make it a success. Click here to find out how you can help.
CONTACT US
Michael Bates for City Council
4727 East 23rd Street
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74114-3640
918-951-3574
info@michaelbatesforcitycouncil.com
Midtown leaders endorse
Michael Bates
"... I have come to respect Mike as an individual of high integrity with an excellent knowledge of
the internal workings of City Hall. He is a modest man, ardently concerned for our neighborhoods and for the better welfare of Tulsa. Articulate and knowledgeable, yet at the same time effective in a soft spoken manner, I believe Mike to
be the kind of individual we need as a spokesperson for our neighborhoods and our city."
-- Ursula Mueller, Sunrise Terrace and Midtown Neighborhood Alliance leader
"I've worked with Mike on a number of city issues. He brings
intelligence, knowledge and enthusiasm to the work of solving problems. Mike
will be great for Tulsa and great for District 4. He has earned my support
and my vote."
-- Don Burdick, Government Affairs Chairman, Central Park Condominiums