It's 2013 -- what awaits us this year?

[Praedura]

2013 has arrived. So what's in store for OKC this year?

I'm ready for my Mystery Tower announcement. Or two. Or three. Let's keep it going, OKC. Full steam ahead!

Steve has a fairly optimistic opening note on his blog:
Busy year awaits for downtown Oklahoma City | NewsOK.com

[bucktalk]

Not sure this is what you're aiming for in OKC but it would be an amazing statement nationwide if our murder rate in OKC was drastically reduced in 2013. Not sure how this could be accomplished but it would be a great thing to see it happen.

[kevinpate]

A potential for dramatic change in both OKC Schools and OKC city council ... if the voters desire such change.

... In February and March, voters in Oklahoma City and the city school district will have the opportunity to consider whether the schools and city would benefit from new leadership. Three school board seats — including the at-large chairman seat — are on the February ballot. Filing for four seats on the city council will be later this month, with the primary election set for March. School board and municipal elections don't typically draw a lot voter interest. The future of Oklahoma City and its schools are linked and residents should take a keen interest in the elections, take the time to learn about candidates and then show up to cast a vote. ...

source: Some wishes for the new year | NewsOK.com