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Tulsa Reclaims 1,917 Carts, Faces Retailer Repurchase Challenge

5/28/2025

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Tulsa has invested $100,000 in Cart Repo, successfully reclaiming 1,917 abandoned shopping carts, mostly from Walmart. While these carts are resold to retailers for $15-$20 each, the city faces challenges as many retailers decline to repurchase their stolen carts, jeopardizing the program's future sustainability.

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Story summary

Tulsa has invested $100,000 in Cart Repo, successfully reclaiming 1,917 abandoned shopping carts, mostly from Walmart. While these carts are resold to retailers for $15-$20 each, the city faces challenges as many retailers decline to repurchase their stolen carts, jeopardizing the program's future sustainability.