Kingfisher public meetings in 2023
57 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special City Commissioner's Meeting Workshop
This is a special workshop meeting of the Kingfisher City Commissioners. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion regarding the design of a new fire station. No action or vote on the design itself is scheduled; the meeting concludes with a motion to adjourn that was passed.
- Discussion regarding New Fire Station Design
The meeting consisted of a discussion regarding the design of a new fire station. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded other than the adjournment of the meeting.
- Discussed new fire station design
- Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)
City Commissioner's Meeting
The City Commission approved the consent docket (minutes, claims) and several routine items. They authorized Poolside Concepts to fix the pool flooring at a cost of $58,653.25 and set regular meeting dates for 2024. A bid from Accuracy Underground, LLC to relocate a water line east on 33 Highway was also approved. The meeting included a financial report and city manager's report.
- Approved Poolside Concepts to repair pool flooring at $58,653.25
- Awarded Accuracy Underground, LLC bid to move water line east on 33 Highway
- Set regular meeting dates for calendar year 2024
- Approved consent docket including November 2023 claims and November 13 meeting minutes
- Received financial report and city manager's report
The City Commission approved a contract for pool flooring repairs and a bid to move a water line on 33 Highway. The board also approved the 2024 regular meeting dates and processed the consent docket.
- Approved Poolside Concepts to fix pool flooring for $58,653.25 (4-0)
- Approved Accuracy Underground, LLC bid to move water line east on 33 Highway (4-0)
- Approved regular meeting dates for 2024 (4-0)
- Approved minutes, claims, and consent docket (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Special Projects Authority
This meeting of the Kingfisher Special Projects Authority covers approval of minutes, approval of claims, and setting regular meeting dates for 2024. All actions were approved unanimously.
- Approval of claims (no dollar amounts listed)
- Discussion and vote to set regular meeting dates for 2024
- Approval of consent docket items
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
The Authority approved the consent docket, which included the approval of minutes and claims. Members also voted to establish the regular meeting dates for 2024.
- Approved consent docket items, including minutes and claims (4-0)
- Approved regular meeting dates for 2024 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority will consider approving a $58,653.25 contract with Poolside Concepts for pool flooring repair. The board will also set its regular meeting dates for 2024 and handle routine consent items including minutes and claims.
- Approve minutes from November 13, 2023 meeting
- Approve claims as presented
- Set regular meeting dates for 2024
- Approve Poolside Concepts to fix pool flooring at $58,653.25
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority approved a contract with Poolside Concepts to repair pool flooring. The board also approved the 2024 regular meeting dates and processed standard claims and minutes.
- Approved Poolside Concepts to fix pool flooring at the cost of $58,653.25
- Approved regular meeting dates for 2024 (4-0)
- Approved claims as presented (4-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
This is a routine meeting of the Kingfisher Public Works Authority. The consent docket includes approval of minutes and claims. The main action is setting regular meeting dates for 2024.
- Approval of minutes from Nov 13, 2023
- Approval of claims (amounts not specified in agenda)
- Setting regular meeting dates for 2024
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved the 2024 regular meeting schedule. The board also approved the previous meeting minutes and presented claims.
- Approved 2024 regular meeting dates (4-0)
- Approved minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Annual Christmas Party
The Kingfisher City Commission is expected to have a quorum at the annual employee Christmas party, but no scheduled business or action will be conducted.
- No scheduled business or action items.
City Commission Special Meeting Strategic Planning Workshop
The City Commission met for a strategic planning workshop. The agenda included only procedural items to recess to the workshop, resume the open meeting, and adjourn. No specific proposals or votes on ordinances or contracts were listed.
- Motion to recess to strategic planning workshop passed unanimously
The meeting consisted of procedural actions to recess for a strategic planning workshop and subsequently resume and adjourn the meeting. No substantive policy decisions or budget items were recorded.
- Approved motion to recess to strategic planning workshop (5-0)
- Approved motion to resume open special meeting at 9:46PM (5-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Meet the Manager
The City Commission will meet with the city manager at the Kingfisher County Fair Grounds with no scheduled business or action items.
- No scheduled business
- Meet the Manager event
- Kingfisher County Fair Grounds
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved an RFQ for a GIS mapping company, authorized the purchase of two reels of wire from Tech-Line for $26,500, and approved annual employee incentive pay at 5% of regular hours. All consent docket items (minutes and claims) were also approved unanimously.
- Approved RFQ for GIS mapping company for Kingfisher Public Works
- Approved purchase of 2 reels of wire from Tech-Line for $26,500
- Approved annual Employee Incentive Pay at 5% of regular hours, budgeted in GF
- Approved consent docket including minutes from Oct 12, 2023 special meeting
- Approved consent docket including claims for October 2023
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved the purchase of wire and the issuance of a request for qualifications for GIS mapping. The board also approved annual employee incentive pay as budgeted. All items passed with unanimous votes.
- Approved RFQ for GIS Mapping company (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 2 reels of wire from Tech-Line for $26,500.00 (5-0)
- Approved annual employee incentive pay as budgeted (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority approved a consent docket including minutes from the October 12 special meeting and claims as presented. The board then authorized a request for qualifications for a GIS mapping company and approved annual employee incentive pay at 5% of regular hours for full-time employees, both motions passing unanimously.
- Approval of minutes from the October 12, 2023 special meeting
- Approval of claims for October 2023 (amounts not specified)
- Authorization to issue RFQ for GIS mapping company
- Approval of annual employee incentive pay at 5% of regular hours for full-time employees
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority approved a request for qualifications for a GIS mapping company. The board also approved annual employee incentive pay as budgeted. Routine claims and previous meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved RFQ for GIS Mapping Company (5-0)
- Approved annual employee incentive pay as budgeted (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commissioner's Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission approved a $2,662,505 grant contract with the Oklahoma Department of Commerce for airport runway expansion. They also authorized a request for qualifications for a GIS mapping company, accepted a $99,000 bid for Shaw Park bathrooms, and approved an annual employee incentive pay of 5% for full-time staff. The meeting included routine consent docket approvals and public comment.
- Approved $2,662,505 grant contract for airport runway expansion
- Authorized RFQ for GIS mapping services for streets, water, sewer, and electric lines
- Accepted Bollenbach Construction bid up to $99,000 for Shaw Park bathrooms
- Approved annual employee incentive pay at 5% of regular hours for full-time employees
- Approved consent docket including minutes and claims
The City Commission approved a grant project for airport runway expansion and a bid for park bathrooms. They also authorized a request for proposals for a GIS mapping company and approved annual employee incentive pay.
- Approved $2,662,505.00 Oklahoma Department of Commerce grant project for airport runway expansion (5-0)
- Approved RFQ for GIS Mapping Company (5-0)
- Approved Bollenbach Construction bid for Shaw park bathrooms not to exceed $99,000.00 (4-1)
- Approved annual employee incentive pay as budgeted (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special City Commissioner's Meeting
The City Commission will discuss and possibly approve Resolution 2023-008 to apply for a REAP grant through NODA for 27 fire hydrants and 35 shut-off valves for the Water Department. The grant is for $331,571.00 with a city cost share of $8,967.67. The commission will also decide on the level of city contributions for the grant.
- Resolution 2023-008 for REAP grant application for 27 fire hydrants and 35 shut-off valves totaling $331,571.00
- City cost share of $8,967.67 for the REAP grant
- Discussion on the level of city contributions to the grant application
The City Commissioners approved Resolution 2023-008 to apply for a REAP grant for 27 fire hydrants and 35 shut valves totaling $331,571.00. They also decided on the specific contribution levels for the application.
- Approved Resolution 2023-008 for REAP Grant Application for 27 fire hydrants and 35 shut off valves at $331,571.00 (3-1)
- Approved REAP Request Amount of $228,783.99 with a Local Contribution of $102,787.00 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Kingfisher Recreational Authority SpecialMeeting
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority is holding a special meeting to consider a consent docket of routine items, including approval of minutes and claims. No other business is scheduled.
- Approve minutes from Sep 11, 2023 regular meeting
- Approve claims for September 2023 (consent docket)
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority held a special meeting to address consent docket items. The board approved the meeting minutes and presented claims.
- Approved minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Special Meeting
This special meeting includes discussion and possible action on two capital expenditures: a $15,959 transformer from T&R Electric for CHS and a $15,449 repair of the 2016 Bucket Truck by Palfinger. The consent docket covers routine approval of minutes and claims.
- Purchase of transformer from T&R Electric for $15,959.00 for CHS
- Repair of 2016 Bucket Truck by Palfinger at cost of $15,449.00
- Approval of consent docket including minutes and claims
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved the purchase of a new transformer and repairs for a bucket truck. The board also approved the consent docket, including previous minutes and claims.
- Approved purchase of transformer from T&R Electric for $15,959.00 (5-0)
- Approved repairs to 2016 Bucket Truck by Palfinger for $15,449.00 (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commissioner's Special Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission held a special meeting and appointed Kaci Farrar to fill a vacant commissioner seat. They also approved the final plat for a Retail Addition (Dollar Tree/Family Dollar) at 1712 S. Main St. Other actions included approving facility use agreements with Kingfisher Winter Nights for Oklahoma Park, declaring a 2016 Dodge Charger surplus, and approving an annual property and liability insurance policy with OMAG for $72,064.
- Appointed Kaci Farrar as city commissioner to fill the vacant seat.
- Approved final plat for Retail Addition (Dollar Tree/Family Dollar) at 1712 S. Main St.
- Approved splitting $4,700 with Chamber for Christmas parade sound system from Miller Pro-AVL.
- Declared 2016 Dodge Charger (VIN# 2C3CDXAT7GH259064) as surplus for auction.
- Approved annual property and liability insurance policy with OMAG for $72,064 (up from $64,408).
The City Commissioners appointed Kaci Farrar to fill a vacant seat. The board also approved a retail plat for a Dollar Tree/Family Dollar and an annual insurance policy with OMAG.
- Appointed Kaci Farrar for City Commissioner (4-0)
- Approved splitting cost with chamber for Christmas parade sound system from Miller Pro-AVL for $4,700.00 (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Retail Addition (Dollar Tree/Family Dollar) at 1712 S. Main St. (5-0)
- Declared 2016 Dodge Charger (VIN# 2C3CDXAT7GH259064) as surplus for auction (5-0)
- Approved annual property and liability policy with OMAG for $72,064.00 (5-0)
- Approved minutes and claims via Consent Docket
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Commissioner's Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commissioners discussed and took action on multiple items at their regular meeting, including rezoning a lot in the industrial park, approving a new collective bargaining agreement with the firefighters' union, and authorizing demolition and rebidding of bathrooms at Shaw Park. The meeting also included recognition of the outgoing mayor and a discussion with candidates for a vacant commissioner seat, but the appointment was tabled.
- Approved rezoning Lot 9, Block 2 Kingfisher Industrial Park from Industrial-1 to Commercial-2
- Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF Local 3434
- Approved paying MA+ Architecture $20,000 for fire station programming
- Approved surplus of 2014 Dodge Charger (VIN# 2C3CDXATOEH367829) from Police Department for auction
- Approved demolition of bathrooms at Shaw Park and going out for bid on new bathrooms
The City Commission approved a $20,000 payment for fire station programming and a collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 3434. Other actions included rezoning a lot in the Kingfisher Industrial Park and authorizing the demolition and bidding for bathrooms at Shaw Park.
- Approved rezoning Lot 9, Block 2 Kingfisher Industrial Park from Industrial-1 to Commercial-2 (3-0)
- Approved demolition of bathrooms at Shaw Park (3-0)
- Approved request to go out for bid on bathrooms at Shaw Park (3-0)
- Approved declaring 2014 Dodge Charger (Police Department) as surplus for auction (3-0)
- Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF Local 3434 (3-0)
- Approved $20,000 payment to MA+ Architecture for fire station programming (3-0)
- Tabled appointment of a city commissioner for the vacant seat (3-0)
- Approved minutes and claims via consent docket (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
This meeting of the Kingfisher Recreational Authority is largely procedural, with the consent docket covering approval of August 2023 minutes and claims. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approve minutes from the August 21, 2023 special meeting
- Approve claims for August 2023 (details in attached PDF)
The board approved the meeting minutes and claims via a consent docket. No other scheduled or new business was conducted during the meeting.
- Approved minutes (3-0)
- Approved claims (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Kingfisher Special Projects Authority
This is a procedural meeting with no scheduled or new business. The board will approve the consent docket, including minutes and claims for payment.
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting
- Approval of claims for payment
- No scheduled business items
The Authority met on September 11, 2023, and approved the consent docket, which included the approval of minutes and claims. No other scheduled or new business was conducted.
- Approved consent docket items, including minutes and claims (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved a consent docket including minutes and claims, and two scheduled business items: the purchase of 21 Class 3 40-foot poles and 30-foot poles for $24,786.00, and contracting Dales' 81 Electric LLC to install a generator at the Power Plant for $24,789.96. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved purchase of 21 Class 3 40-foot poles and Class 3 30-foot poles at $24,786.00
- Approved Dales' 81 Electric LLC to install a generator at the Power Plant at $24,789.96
- Approved consent docket including minutes and claims for August 2023
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved the purchase of utility poles and the installation of a generator at the Power Plant. The board also approved the meeting minutes and claims via a consent docket.
- Approved purchase of 21 Class 3 40 foot poles and Class 3 30 foot pools for $24,786.00 (3-0)
- Approved Dales' 81 Electric LLC to install a generator at the Power Plant for $24,789.96 (3-0)
- Approved minutes (3-0)
- Approved claims (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City of Kingfisher Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on a final plat for a Dollar Tree/Family Dollar retail addition, a lot split, and a rezoning of an industrial lot to commercial. They will also discuss a proposed food truck plaza at 117 N. Main Street. The meeting opens with approval of July 20, 2023 minutes.
- Final plat for Retail Addition (Dollar Tree/Family Dollar) at 1712 S. Main St.
- Lot split for Block 7, Lots 3, 4, 5, and 6 South Kingfisher First Addition.
- Rezoning Lot 9, Block 2 Kingfisher Industrial Park from Industrial-1 to Commercial-2.
- Discussion of food truck plaza at 117 N. Main Street.
The Commission approved a final plat for a retail addition and a lot split for the South Kingfisher First Addition. It also recommended rezoning a lot in the Kingfisher Industrial Park from Industrial-1 to Commercial-2. A discussion regarding a food truck plaza at 117 N. Main Street resulted in no action.
- Approved Final Plat for Retail Addition (Dollar Tree/Family Dollar) at 1712 S. Main St.
- Approved lot split for Block 7, Lots 3, 4, 5 and 6 South Kingfisher First Addition
- Approved rezoning of Lot 9, Block 2 Kingfisher Industrial Park from Industrial-1 to Commercial-2
- Approved July 21, 2023 meeting minutes
Kingfisher Special Projects Authority Special Meeting
The Kingfisher Special Projects Authority held a special meeting on August 21, 2023. The main action was approving Resolution No. KPSA 2023-001 renewing a sublease agreement with Independent School District No. 7. The consent docket included approval of minutes and claims.
- Renewal of Sublease Agreement (Resolution KPSA 2023-001) with Board of Education of Independent School District No. 7
- Approval of claims
- Approval of minutes
The Kingfisher Special Projects Authority approved the renewal of a sublease agreement with the Board of Education of Independent School District No. 7 of Kingfisher County. The board also approved the consent docket, including claims and previous minutes.
- Approved Resolution No. KPSA 2023-001 to renew the sublease agreement with Independent School District No. 7 (4-0)
- Approved consent docket items, including claims and minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Commissioner's Special Meeting
At a special meeting on August 21, 2023, the Kingfisher City Commissioners approved several items. They appointed Geoff Covalt as mayor, approved the final plat for the Hannah's Place housing addition, and passed resolutions to accept ARPA funds and cooperate on a TSET grant. The commission also terminated the fire station design contract with MA+ and authorized issuing a request for qualifications for a new architectural firm.
- Appointed Geoff Covalt as mayor (3-1 vote).
- Approved final plat for Hannah's Place housing addition.
- Approved Resolution 2023-006 to accept American Rescue Plan Act funds.
- Terminated contract with MA+ for fire station design.
- Authorized RFQ for architectural services for the fire station.
The City Commissioners appointed a new mayor and approved the final plat for the Hannah's Place housing addition. The board also accepted federal ARPA recovery funds and terminated a fire department design contract to seek a new architectural firm.
- Appointed Geoff Covalt as Mayor (3-1)
- Approved final plat for Hannah's Place housing addition (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #2023-006 to accept American Rescue Plan Act Recovery Funds (4-0)
- Approved Resolution #2023-007 for Cooperative Intent with Kingfisher Trails, Inc. for TSET grant (4-0)
- Terminated fire department design contract with MA+ (4-0)
- Approved issuing RFQ for an architectural firm for the fire station (4-0)
- Approved consent docket including minutes, claims, and youth facility use agreements (softball, baseball, soccer)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Special Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved a Distribution Service Maintenance Agreement with OMPA for up to $100,000 annually. It also approved a $23,383.09 contract with Turbocharger Solutions International to repair generator turbo bearings. The consent docket covering minutes and claims was passed as well.
- Approval of Distribution Service Maintenance Agreement with OMPA (up to $100,000 annually)
- Approval of Turbocharger Solutions International repair of generator turbo bearings for $23,383.09
- Approval of consent docket including July 2023 meeting minutes and claims
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved a maintenance agreement with OMPA and authorized repairs for powerplant generator bearings. The board also approved the consent docket, including previous minutes and claims.
- Approved Distribution Service Maintenance Agreement with OMPA up to $100,000.00 annually (4-0)
- Approved Turbocharger Solutions International to repair powerplant generator bearings for an estimated $23,383.09 (4-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims as presented (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Special Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Kingfisher Recreational Authority. The agenda includes only procedural items under the consent docket: approval of the July 10, 2023 regular meeting minutes and approval of claims for July 2023. No scheduled business is listed. The consent docket is approved by one motion without discussion.
- Approve minutes from July 10, 2023 regular meeting
- Approve claims for July 2023 (claims document attached)
- Consent docket approval by motion
The Authority met for a special meeting to address consent items. The board approved the previous meeting minutes and presented claims.
- Approved minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City of Kingfisher Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Planning and Zoning Commission will consider final plat approvals for Hanna's Place and Dollar Tree, and discuss a proposed food truck plaza at 117 N. Main Street. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.
- Final plat approval for Hanna's Place
- Final plat approval for Dollar Tree
- Discussion of food truck plaza at 117 N. Main Street
- Approval of minutes from February 23, 2023
- Roll call attendance
The Commission recommended approval of the Final Plat for Hanna's Place. No action was taken regarding the Final Plat for Dollar Tree, and the board discussed a food truck plaza at 117 N. Main Street.
- Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Recommended approval of Final Plat for Hanna's Place
- No action taken on Final Plat for Dollar Tree
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
This is a procedural meeting with no substantive discussions or decisions. The board approved minutes from a prior meeting and claims for May and June 2023 under the consent docket. No new business or scheduled items were on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from May 22, 2023 regular meeting
- Approval of claims for May and June 2023 (amounts not specified in agenda)
The Authority approved the meeting minutes and claims for May and June. No other substantive business was scheduled or discussed.
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims for May and June (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority voted to hire a new City Manager and approved a $24,427.17 contract for screen replacement at the Waste Water Treatment plant. The consent docket, including minutes from two special meetings and claims for May and June, was also approved without discussion.
- Approved hiring and entering into contract with new City Manager
- Approved $24,427.17 contract with EI2 to replace and clean screens at Waste Water Treatment plant
- Approved consent docket including minutes from special meetings on June 26 and July 5, 2023
- Approved claims for May and June (specific amounts not listed in agenda)
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved the hiring and contracting of a new City Manager. The board also authorized $24,427.17 for screen replacement and cleaning at the Waste Water Treatment plant using the repairs and maintenance fund.
- Approved hiring and entering into contract with new City Manager (5-0)
- Approved $24,427.17 for EI2 to replace and clean screens at Waste Water Treatment plant from repairs and maintenance fund (5-0)
- Approved May and June claims (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commissioner's Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission voted 3-2 to set the new fire station at 20,000 square feet with a construction cost of $10,000,000. They also awarded a $202,014.25 paving bid to MMS for projects at Kingfisher Park, the Electric Department, and 13th and Will Rogers, approved a Capacity Purchase Agreement with OMPA, and discussed DOC-required repairs at Memorial Hall. Routine consent docket items including minutes and claims for May and June were approved.
- Motion passed 3-2 for a 20,000 sq ft fire station at $10,000,000 cost
- Awarded paving bid to MMS for $202,014.25 for Kingfisher Park, Electric Department, and 13th & Will Rogers
- Approved Capacity Purchase Agreement with OMPA
- Approved Airport Authority fuel purchase of $18,400 at $4.60/gallon
- Discussed DOC-required repairs at Memorial Hall
The City Commission approved a construction cost and size for a new fire station and awarded a paving contract to MMS. They also approved a capacity purchase agreement with OMPA and fuel funding for the Airport Authority.
- Approved new fire station size of 20,000 square feet at $10,000,000.00 cost (3-2)
- Awarded $202,014.25 paving bid to MMS for Kingfisher Park, Electric Department, and 13th and Will Rogers (5-0)
- Approved Capacity Purchase Agreement with OMPA (5-0)
- Approved $18,400.00 for Airport Authority fuel purchase at 4.60 gallon (5-0)
- Approved May and June claims (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 21, June 26, and July 5 special meetings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Special Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote to enter executive session to consider the employment, hiring, and/or appointment of the City Manager. The agenda includes only procedural items and this one substantive action.
- Discussion and possible action to enter executive session on hiring City Manager under 25 O.S. § 307(B)(1)
The meeting was called to order and adjourned with no substantive decisions made. A proposed discussion regarding the employment, hiring, or appointment of the City Manager resulted in no action.
- No action taken on executive session for City Manager employment/hiring
Special City Commissioner's Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss the city manager hire, then reconvened and voted to hire Jim Thomas as the new city manager. The commission discussed his contract and approved the hire with a 4-0 vote.
- Unanimous vote (4-0) to enter executive session under 25 O.S. § 307(B)(1) regarding city manager employment
- Motion to reconvene regular session passed 4-0
- Jim Thomas hired as city manager; motion by Dawn Taylor, second by Kyle Mecklenburg
- Commission discussed Jim Thomas's contract before approving hire
- Meeting adjourned after hiring action
The City Commissioners held a special meeting to address the appointment of a City Manager. After entering and exiting an executive session, the board voted to hire Jim Thomas and enter into a contract with him.
- Entered executive session to discuss City Manager employment (4-0)
- Reconvened regular session (4-0)
- Approved hiring Jim Thomas and entering into a contract (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Special City Commissioner's Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission held a special meeting on June 26, 2023, to discuss the employment of a new city manager. After entering executive session under state law, the commission reconvened and voted to table a motion to hire and contract with a new city manager. No final decision was made; the meeting adjourned with the item unresolved.
- Commission voted 4-0 to recess to executive session to discuss hiring the City Manager under 25 O.S. § 307(B)(1).
- Commission voted 4-0 to table the motion to hire and enter a contract with a new City Manager.
- Motion to table made by Dawn Taylor, seconded by Kyle Mecklenburg.
- Commission members present: Kyle Mecklenburg, Geoff Covalt, Dawn Taylor, Debbie Burpo.
- Meeting was a special session; next preferred date for hiring action was listed as Jul 05, 2023.
Commissioners entered an executive session to discuss the employment and appointment of the City Manager. Upon returning to the regular session, the board voted to table the action to hire and enter into a contract with a new City Manager.
- Approved motion to enter executive session (4-0)
- Approved motion to reconvene regular session (4-0)
- Tabled hiring and contracting of new City Manager (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Special Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority held a special meeting to discuss and possibly hire a new city manager. The board voted to table the motion, taking no action on the contract.
- Discussion and possible action to hire new city manager (tabled)
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority met to discuss hiring and contracting a new City Manager. The board voted to table the action.
- Tabled discussion and possible action to hire and enter into contract with the new City Manager (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special City Commissioner's Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission held a special meeting and approved several items including a $147,606 workers' compensation plan renewal with OMAG, a legal service agreement with the city attorney, an agreement for the E911 center, and an amended contract for MA+. The commission also entered executive session to discuss the city manager hiring process.
- Renewal of OMAG workers' compensation policy at $147,606
- Approval of City Attorney's Legal Service Agreement
- Approval of E911 Center agreement (2023-2024)
- Approval of amended contract for MA+
- Executive session to discuss city manager employment
The City Commissioners approved a $147,606 worker's compensation plan renewal and the City Attorney's legal service contract. The board also approved an agreement with the E911 Center and held an executive session regarding the City Manager. No action was taken on the amended contract for MA+.
- Approved Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group 2022-2023 Worker's Compensation Plan Renewal for $147,606.00 (4-0)
- Approved City Attorney's Legal Service Contract (4-0)
- Approved agreement with E911 Center (4-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss City Manager employment, hiring, and/or appointment (4-0)
- No action taken on amended contract for MA+
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Hospital Authority Special meeting
The Kingfisher Hospital Authority met in a special session to approve previous minutes and discuss a routine confirmation of appropriations from the dedicated 1% sales tax used to repay the hospital construction bond. The item acknowledges that payments have been made but does not fund operations.
- Approve minutes from June 13, 2022 meeting
- Discussion and possible action on review and confirmation of appropriations of 1% dedicated sales tax for hospital construction bond payments
The Kingfisher Hospital Authority met to review and confirm the appropriations of the 1% dedicated sales tax. The board also approved the previous meeting minutes.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved review and confirmation of 1% dedicated sales tax appropriations (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority held a regular meeting on May 22, 2023. The board approved the consent docket, including minutes and claims. It also approved the FY 2023-2024 operating budget and budget amendments. All items passed unanimously.
- Approve minutes from the April 10, 2023 regular meeting
- Approve claims for March 2023
- Approve FY 2023-2024 operating budget
- Approve budget amendments
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority approved the operating budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 and passed budget amendments. The board also approved the previous meeting minutes and current claims.
- Approved FY 2023-2024 operating budget (5-0)
- Approved Budget Amendments (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Special Projects Authority Special Meeting
The Kingfisher Special Projects Authority voted to adopt its operating budget for FY 2023-2024, as presented. Consent docket items including prior meeting minutes and claims were also approved. The meeting consisted mainly of routine procedural actions.
- Discussion and possible action on adopting the FY 2022-2023 Operating Budget (motion passed to adopt 2023-2024 budget)
- Approval of minutes from prior meetings
- Approval of claims
- Approval of consent docket items
- Meeting adjourned
The Authority approved the consent docket, which included the approval of minutes and claims. The board also voted to adopt the 2023-2024 operating budget.
- Approved consent docket items, including minutes and claims (5-0)
- Adopted 2023-2024 operating budget (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Special Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority held a special meeting and approved consent docket items including minutes, claims, and a lease with Arthur Themer for agricultural use of land around the wastewater treatment plant. They also adopted the FY 2023-2024 operating budget and approved budget amendments to balance operational needs.
- Lease agreement with Arthur Themer for approximately 35 acres in the Southwest Corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 11 Township 16 Range 7 W.I.M. for agricultural use around the wastewater treatment plant.
- Adoption of FY 2023-2024 operating budget.
- Approval of budget amendments to authorize allocations between funds.
- Approval of consent docket items including minutes and claims.
The Authority approved the operating budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 and passed budget amendments. The board also approved the meeting minutes and claims via the consent docket.
- Adopted FY 2023-2024 operating budget (5-0)
- Approved Budget Amendments (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Special City Commissioner's Meeting
The City Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2023-2024 operating budget and then consider adopting it via Resolution 2023-005. They will also vote on a consent docket including lease renewals, EMS agreements, a Chamber of Commerce contract ($14,256), IT consulting, and supplemental ambulance services. Other scheduled business includes a collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 3434, an E911 center interlocal agreement ($95,217.06), a streetscape project on Miles, Admire, and Robberts Avenues, and surplusing old police tasers.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2023-2024 operating budget (Resolution 2023-005)
- Agreement with Kingfisher Chamber of Commerce for $14,256 for economic development services
- Collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 3434 (firefighters union)
- Interlocal agreement for E911 Center at $95,217.06 in 12 monthly installments
- ODOT streetscape project on Miles Ave., Admire Ave., and Robberts Ave. from 6th to 7th streets
The City Commissioners approved the FY 2023-2024 operating budget and budget amendments. The board also selected a Vice Mayor and approved several service agreements and infrastructure projects.
- Adopted FY 2023-2024 operating budget via Resolution # 2023-005 (5-0)
- Selected Geoff Covalt as Vice Mayor (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved E911 Center inter local agreement for $95,217.06 (5-0)
- Approved DOT streetscape project for Miles Ave, Admire Ave, and Robberts Ave (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Kingfisher Cemetery South Addition II (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Crawford and Associates for financial consulting and accounting (5-0)
- Approved FY 2023 audit engagement letter from CBEW Professional Group LLP (5-0)
- Approved motion to surplus old Police Department Taser Equipment (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments Special Meeting
The Board of Adjustments will discuss and possibly vote on a variance to allow a mobile home at 404 S 11th Street, which is in a residential zone where mobile homes are normally restricted to mobile home parks. The consent docket includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Variance request from code 11-4-5(3) to allow a mobile home at 404 S 11th St
- Address: Lots 1 and 2, Block 97, Kingfisher, OK
- Consent docket: approval of minutes from previous meeting
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority considered and approved a repair for generator #5 at the power plant at an estimated cost of $368,850, covered by insurance (OMAG) minus a $10,000 deductible. The board also discussed a SCADA project for water wells communication and approved change order #1 for the Water Treatment Rehab altitude valve. Routine consent docket items, including prior minutes and claims, were approved en bloc.
- Discussion and possible action on SCADA project for water wells communication
- Approval of change order #1 for Water Treatment Rehab altitude valve
- Original estimate of $304,850 for generator #5 repair (discussed under Scheduled Business)
- Approved updated estimate of $368,850 for generator #5 repair (New Business, covered by OMAG, $10,000 deductible)
- Consent docket approval of minutes and claims for March 2023
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved a repair for generator #5 at the power plant to be covered by OMAG. The board also approved the consent docket and tabled a change order for the Water Treatment Rehab. No action was taken regarding the Scada project for water wells communication.
- Approved repair of generator #5 at the power plant for $368,850.00 to be covered by OMAG (5-0)
- Tabled change order #1 for the Water Treatment Rehab for Altitude valve (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority is meeting to consider a consent docket that includes approving minutes from the March 20, 2023 regular meeting and approving claims as presented. There is no scheduled business or new business on the agenda. The meeting is expected to consist solely of routine procedural actions.
- Approve minutes from March 20, 2023 regular meeting
- Approve claims as presented (details in attached PDF)
- Consent docket approved by one motion without discussion
The board approved the previous meeting minutes and presented claims. No new or scheduled business was discussed during the meeting.
- Approved minutes (5-0)
- Approved claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commissioner's Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commissioners approved a consent docket including minutes and claims, and took action on several items. They approved lease agreements with Probation and Parole and Drug Court for Memorial Hall office space, and passed Resolution #2023-003 for a transportation funding project at Victory Lane. The board also surplused 14 police radios and nine firearms for donation or sale, and discussed funding options for a new fire station and prioritizing the upcoming budget.
- Approved Resolution #2023-003 for Oklahoma Department of Transportation funding at Victory Lane
- Approved lease agreements with Oklahoma Department of Corrections and Kingfisher County Drug Court for Memorial Hall office space
- Surplused 14 Motorola CM300 car radios and nine police firearms to a licensed dealer
- Approved reimbursing Kingfisher Girls Softball Association (KGSA) for bathroom and concession stand improvements
- Discussed payment plan for new fire station and reviewed department wish lists for budget prioritization
The City Commission approved two Department of Transportation funding resolutions for road projects. The board also authorized the surplus of police equipment and approved a change order for Newfield Park.
- Approved Resolution #2023-003 DOT funding for Victory Lane project (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-004 DOT funding for Starlight project west from 13th Street (5-0)
- Approved reconciliation change order #3 for Newfield Park (5-0)
- Approved surplus of 14 Motorola CM300 Car Radios for donation to other police departments (5-0)
- Approved surplus of police firearm equipment to an FFL license holder (5-0)
- Approved matching funds to reimburse KGSA for Girls Softball bathrooms and concession stand (4-1)
- Approved ballot vote for three OMAG Board of Directors members (5-0)
- Approved minutes and claims via consent docket (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Kingfisher Special Projects Authority
The Kingfisher Special Projects Authority will open with roll call, then consider consent docket items including approval of minutes and claims. No scheduled or new business is on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural.
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting
- Approval of claims (no dollar amounts specified)
- Approval of consent docket items via motion
- Roll call and call to order
The Authority approved the consent docket, which included the approval of minutes and claims. No new business was reported.
- Approved consent docket items, including minutes and claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority voted to approve the purchase of a Turfco WidesSpin Truck Mount Broadcast Top Dresser for $14,176.00 for the golf course, with a 3-1 vote. The consent docket including minutes and claims was approved unanimously.
- Approved consent docket: minutes from Feb 13, 2023, and claims for February 2023
- Discussed and approved purchase of Turfco WidesSpin Truck Mount Broadcast Top Dresser for $14,176.00 for the Golf Course
- Note: Item was on Gary's wish list; ordering before end of March avoids 10% price increase and 2-year stockout
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority approved the purchase of a Turfco WidesSpin Truck Mount Broadcast Top Dresser for the golf course. The board also approved the meeting minutes and claims via a consent docket.
- Approved purchase of Turfco WidesSpin Truck Mount Broadcast Top Dresser for $14,176.00 (3-1)
- Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims as presented (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commissioner's Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commissioners held a regular meeting and voted on several routine and scheduled items. Key actions included approving a property insurance plan renewal with OMAG for $133,505, rezoning a one-acre tract to Commercial-2, granting preliminary plat approval for Hanna's Place, approving a pay stipend for the acting city manager, and authorizing a fireworks contract with Western Enterprises.
- Approved Property and Protection Insurance Plan with OMAG for $133,505
- Rezoned a 1-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St to Commercial-2
- Approved preliminary plat for Hanna's Place (23.2 acres)
- Approved a pay stipend for Brittney Hladik as Acting City Manager
- Authorized a $17,160 fireworks contract with Western Enterprises for July 4th
The City Commission approved a $133,505 insurance plan and a rezoning request for a one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. They also approved the preliminary plat for Hanna's Place and a pay stipend for the acting city manager.
- Approved Property and Protection Insurance Plan with OMAG for $133,505.00 (4-0)
- Approved rezoning to Commercial-2 for a one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. (4-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Hanna's Place (4-0)
- Approved pay stipend for Brittney Hladik as Acting City Manager (4-0)
- Approved 4th of July fireworks contract with Western Enterprises (4-0)
- Approved Kingfisher FD REAP grant KF23-4 for bunker gear drying unit (4-0)
- Approved consent docket including minutes and claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority held a regular meeting and approved the consent docket, including minutes from February 13, 2023, and claims as presented. No new or scheduled business was discussed. The meeting adjourned after the routine actions.
- Approval of minutes from Feb 13, 2023 Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
- Approval of claims as presented (KPWA Consent Docket for February 2023)
The Authority met on March 20, 2023, and approved the consent docket. This included the approval of meeting minutes and claims. No new business was discussed.
- Approved minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Meeting Annual Board Planning Retreat
This special meeting is primarily procedural: the board convened, voted to recess to a budget planning workshop, later resumed, and adjourned. No substantive decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Discussion and possible action to recess to budget planning workshop – motion passed.
- Discussion and possible action to resume meeting after retreat – motion passed.
- Meeting held at Kingfisher City Hall, 301 N Main, Kingfisher, OK.
The meeting consisted of procedural actions to recess and resume the session for a budget planning workshop. No substantive policy decisions or budget items were voted upon during the recorded minutes.
- Approved motion to recess to retreat (3-0)
- Approved motion to resume meeting at 9:10PM (4-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City of Kingfisher Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and make recommendations on a rezoning to Commercial-2 for a one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. and preliminary approval of Hanna's Place, a 23.209-acre plat. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 21, 2022, and any new business.
- Rezoning to Commercial-2 for a one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St.
- Preliminary approval of Hanna's Place, a 23.209-acre plat in Section 28
- Approval of minutes from July 21, 2022
- New business (open for discussion)
The commission approved a rezoning request to Commercial-2 for a one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. Additionally, the commission granted preliminary approval for the Hanna’s Place preliminary plat.
- Approved rezoning to Commercial-2 for one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. (5-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Hanna’s Place (5-0)
- Approved minutes for July 21, 2022 (5-0)
Board of Adjustments Special Meeting
The Board of Adjustments will discuss and possibly approve a variance from off-street parking requirements for a 1-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 10, 2022, and routine procedural items.
- Variance request from parking requirements (11-4-6 F) for a 1-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. (Case BOA-2023-001)
- Recommended action: motion to approve the variance
- Approval of minutes from November 10, 2022
The Board of Adjustments approved a variance for conditional parking spots at a one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. The board also approved the meeting minutes from November 10, 2022.
- Approved minutes from November 10, 2022 (3-0)
- Approved variance for conditional parking spots at one-acre tract south of 1708 S. Main St. (CASE BOA-2023-001) (3-0)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved the FY2022 audit presented by CBEW CPA, accepted a $21,210 contract with Krueger & Associates LLC to replace and install generator batteries at the power plant, and authorized $19,000 to purchase wire from Arkansas Electric Cooperative. All actions passed unanimously.
- Accepted FY2022 audit from CBEW, Chuck Crooks CPA
- Approved $21,210 to Krueger & Associates LLC for generator batteries at power plant
- Approved $19,000 purchase of wire from Arkansas Electric Cooperative Inc
- Approved consent docket including minutes and claims for January 2023
The Kingfisher Public Works Authority approved several expenditures for infrastructure maintenance, including generator batteries and electrical wire. The board also accepted the FY2022 audit.
- Approved FY2022 audit (4-0)
- Approved $21,210.00 contract with Krueger & Associates LLC for power plant generator batteries (4-0)
- Approved $19,000.00 purchase of wire from Arkansas Electric Cooperative Eclectic (4-0)
- Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority will discuss and possibly accept the FY2022 audit presented by CBEW. They will also consider authorizing the purchase of a sprayer for the golf course and parks department for $15,875. Routine consent items include approving minutes and claims.
- Discussion and possible action to accept FY2022 audit by CBEW
- Discussion and possible action to purchase sprayer for $15,875 from Kansas Golf
- Approve minutes from January 9, 2023
- Approve claims as presented
The Kingfisher Recreational Authority approved the purchase of a sprayer for the Golf Course and Parks Department. The board also accepted the FY2022 audit and approved claims and previous meeting minutes.
- Approved purchase of sprayer from Kansas Golf for $15,875.00 (4-0)
- Accepted FY2022 audit presented by CBEW (4-0)
- Approved claims (4-0)
- Approved minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commissioner's Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commissioners voted to accept the FY2022 audit, approved a contract with Oklahoma Municipal Management Services for a city manager executive search, and adopted Resolution 2023-002 establishing hiring policies. They also approved multiple park improvements and payments for flood damage repairs at the Police Department.
- Approved contract with Oklahoma Municipal Management Services for city manager executive search
- Adopted Resolution 2023-002 establishing city manager hiring policies and procedures
- Approved $36,814 purchase of Jacobsen Truckster XD for Parks Department
- Approved $5,625 for installation of light poles at Newfield Park by Short Stop Electric
- Approved $38,000 for Playground of Dreams ADA parking lot from MMS Construction
The City Commission approved a professional services contract for a city manager executive search and established hiring policies. Multiple expenditures for Newfield Park and police department flood repairs were approved. The commission also accepted the FY2022 audit and a contract for a new fire station project.
- Approved contract with Oklahoma Municipal Management Services for city manager search (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-002 establishing city manager hiring policies (4-0)
- Approved $36,814 purchase of Jacobsen Truckster XD for Parks Department (4-0)
- Approved $5,625 for light pole installation at Newfield Park by Short Stop Electric (4-0)
- Approved $18,733 change order for sod and dirtwork at Newfield Park with MMS Construction (4-0)
- Approved $27,336 and $20,823.66 payments to SERVPRO for police department flood repairs (4-0)
- Approved MA+ Architecture contract for new fire station project (4-0)
- Approved preliminary plat of south cemetery property (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Special City Commissioner's Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission held a special meeting and approved the purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for the police department at $68,290 from Carter Chevrolet, noting GM had cancelled orders and no state-bid vehicles were available. The commission also entered executive session to discuss the city manager hiring process, appointed Brittney Hladik as acting city manager effective February 15, 2023, and selected Oklahoma Municipal Management Services to conduct an executive search. Additionally, they approved Resolution 2023-002 outlining the hiring process for a new city manager.
- Purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for Kingfisher Police Department for $68,290 from Carter Chevrolet
- Appointment of Brittney Hladik as acting city manager effective February 15, 2023
- Selection of Oklahoma Municipal Management Services for city manager executive search
- Approval of Resolution 2023-002 regarding the city manager hiring process
- Executive session for discussion of city manager employment and hiring
The City Commissioners appointed Brittney Hladik as acting City Manager effective February 15, 2023. The board also approved the purchase of a new police vehicle. No action was taken regarding the executive search firm or the hiring process resolution.
- Approved purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for Police Department for $68,290 (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Brittney Hladik as acting City Manager on February 15, 2023 (4-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss city manager employment (4-0)
- Selection of Oklahoma Municipal Management Services for executive search: No Action
- Resolution 2023-002 regarding city manager hiring process: No Action
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Special City Commissioner's Meeting
The City Commission held a special meeting to discuss the resignation of City Manager Dave Slezickey and entered executive session. The commission voted to accept the resignation and then discussed the process of hiring a new city manager.
- Discussion and vote to enter executive session regarding City Manager Dave Slezickey's resignation
- Acceptance of resignation of City Manager Dave Slezickey
- Discussion regarding hiring a new city manager
The City Commissioners held a special meeting to address the resignation of City Manager Dave Slezickey. After entering an executive session, the board formally accepted the resignation. The commissioners also held a discussion regarding the hiring of a new city manager.
- Entered executive session to discuss City Manager resignation (4-0)
- Reconvened special meeting (4-0)
- Accepted resignation of City Manager Dave Slezickey (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Public Works Authority Regular Meeting
This regular meeting of the Kingfisher Public Works Authority is mostly procedural, covering approval of minutes, claims, and consent docket items. No scheduled business or new business was listed.
The Authority met on January 9, 2023, and approved the consent docket. This included the approval of meeting minutes and claims. No new or scheduled business was addressed.
- Approved minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commissioner's Regular Meeting
The Kingfisher City Commission approved a $400,000 fee proposal from MA+ Architecture for a new $5 million fire station project. They also approved a 5% city cost match for an airport runway expansion engineering study and a FEMA grant application for a fire engine or ambulance. A resolution was passed setting the April 4, 2023 election for two commissioner seats.
- Accepted MA+ Architecture fee proposal of $400,000 for new fire station project
- Approved 5% city cost match (under $5,000) for Airport Runway Expansion Engineering Study in partnership with Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission
- Approved Resolution 2023-001 setting April 4, 2023 election for Commissioner seats (Prim's seat and vacant seat)
- Approved support and grant application for Kingfisher Trails Recreational Trails Program
- Approved application for 2023 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) for new fire engine or ambulance
The City Commission approved a fee proposal from MA+ Architecture for a new fire station and an engineering study for airport runway expansion. The board also authorized grant applications for recreational trails and firefighting assistance.
- Approved MA+ Architecture Fee Proposal for new fire station project (4-0)
- Approved Airport Runway Expansion Engineering Study Project with 5% City cost match (3-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved support for Kingfisher Trails Recreational Trails Program Grant application (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-001 fixing the date of election for City Commissioner (4-0)
- Approved application for 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (4-0)
- Approved meeting minutes and claims via consent docket (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Kingfisher Recreational Authority Regular Meeting
This meeting consists entirely of procedural items: call to order, roll call, consent docket approval of December 2022 minutes and claims, and adjournment. No substantive business items were scheduled or discussed. The consent docket was approved by a 4-0 vote.
- Approve minutes from the Dec 12, 2022 regular meeting
- Approve claims as presented in the consent docket (KRA Consent Docket for December 2022.pdf)
The board approved the meeting minutes and claims via a consent docket. No new or scheduled business was discussed during the meeting.
- Approved minutes (4-0)
- Approved claims (4-0)