As a new Owen Park transplant I have to say that my young family LOVES it there and were so sad when the community center closed. I have boys in K and 1st grade and the only downfall of the neighborhood is the quality of the schools in the area; I agree with what you are saying about Tulsa needing to concentrate on the things that families find important (schools, parks, activities) if they want to draw people downtown.  We&#39;re looking forward to the new splash pad and the centennial celebration on May 15th.   Great article!