Oklahoma Launches Operation SAFE to Clear Homeless Encampments, Restore State Property Safety

Governor Kevin Stitt announced the launch of Operation SAFE in Oklahoma City, expanding the initiative that began in Tulsa to clean up homeless encampments on state-owned properties. This operation, led by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, involves removing homeless camps, trash, and debris to restore safety and cleanliness. The state is partnering with Key to Home, a local public/private partnership that connects displaced individuals to services, shelter, and housing, with the program already having helped hundreds transition into housing. Key to Home's coordinated effort includes more than 50 partners working on a six-week timeline to provide outreach and prevent encampment repopulation. Operation SAFE reflects the state taking responsibility for clearing state property, while city and nonprofit groups focus on maintaining safety and offering support services. The initiative follows a successful run in Tulsa, where 64 encampments were cleared within two weeks.