November 15, 2019: The Next American City: The Big Promise of our Midsize Metros

Published: Nov. 15, 2019, 5 p.m.

Mick Cornett is the longest-serving Mayor of Oklahoma City and is credited with its transformation from a forgettable city in \"flyover country\" to one of America\'s most dynamic midsized cities. Once named one of the five most innovative mayors in the country by Newsweek, Cornett has led the charge on an $800-million investment in parks, urban transit, wellness centers, and infrastructure that has the potential to dramatically reshape Oklahoma City and enhance the quality of life of its residents. Cornett discusses the lessons learned from his city's success and the way forward for America's midsize metros.