Envision the Phoenix District as a vibrant hub where thriving Black businesses, from restaurants to entertainment venues, invigorate every corner. Imagine transformed vacant and underused spaces blossoming into lively areas of commerce, culture, and community life. Picture walkable streets lined with art, inviting outdoor spaces, and gathering spots that bring together residents and visitors in a bustling atmosphere.
Surrounding neighborhoods offer a spectrum of attractive housing, blending rehabbed homes with new, quality residential and mixed-use developments, making the Phoenix @ 36th Street North a cornerstone of community pride. This district shines as a beacon of inclusivity, diversity, and economic vitality, where a strong sense of identity and belonging pulses through the heart of North Tulsa.

Our narrative began when Sharon Hanson, president of the North Star Neighborhood Association, successfully lobbied for economic development funding in North Tulsa. This pivotal moment led to the formation of the North Star Community Development Council, with Hanson as President and Tracie Chandler as Vice President. Following Hanson's passing in 2014, we honored her vision by rebranding as the Phoenix District, a name symbolizing rebirth and relentless progress, chosen with the approval of the community.

The Phoenix Development Council dedicates itself to the constituents of North Tulsa, a vibrant community aspiring to surpass its historical economic prosperity. We have actively involved community members in the decision-making process, adopting the Phoenix as our emblem of resilience and renewal.