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“Cities have to realize that whatever the federal government is going to do, its not going to be enough. And cities that proactively take control of their own quality of life initiatives are going to be the cities that ultimately attract the highly talented young people and create the jobs.”

Quote by Mick Cornett

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Mick Cornett, born on July 16, 1958, served as the Mayor of Oklahoma City. During his tenure, he spearheaded several major urban development projects, such as the OKCPS reconstruction plan and downtown revitalization. Cornett is known for his forward-thinking urban planning and commitment to the city's cultural heritage. more

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