Purcell public meetings in 2025

Cemetery

The Purcell Cemetery Board will review financial and sexton reports. The board will discuss the resignation of Chairman DeDe Page and potential changes to or the dissolution of the Cemetery Advisory Board.

• Resignation of Chairman DeDe Page from the Cemetery Advisory Board
• Possible dissolution of the Cemetery Advisory Board
• Approval of September 17, 2025, minutes

Fire Department

The Rural Fire Advisory Board will approve the September 9, 2025 board minutes. It will approve the scheduled dates for its 2026 regular meetings. The board will discuss remounting fire equipment on a new chassis. The board will discuss purchasing a new tanker/pumper.

• Approve September 9, 2025 board minutes
• Approve dates for 2026 regular board meetings
• Discussion on remounting fire equipment on a new chassis
• Discussion on purchasing a new tanker/pumper

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a Human Resources Service Agreement. The proposed contract covers HR, benefits, and payroll administration.

• Human Resources Service Agreement with Karsten Group, LLC with a monthly service cost of $8,750.00

Airport

The Purcell Airport Authority canceled its scheduled regular meeting for December 8, 2025, because a quorum was not reached. The notice was posted at Purcell City Hall.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Regular meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025, at 12:00 P.M.
• Notice posted at Purcell City Hall, 230 West Main Street

City Council

The City of Purcell will hold a special council meeting on December 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the community room of City Hall, 230 W. Main Street. The notice was posted on December 4, 2025 by City Clerk Andrea Millsap.

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Bike Trail Project and the potential renaming of the trail. The board will also consider selecting a new Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for the 2026 calendar year.

• Selection of 2026 Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Bike Trail Project discussion and possible action
• Possible renaming of the bike trail
• Signage updates for Purcell Lake Park
• Director's Budget Report presentation

City Council

The City Council will consider a new fee schedule for open records requests and an interlocal agreement for dispatch services. The body will also establish budget guidance for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and review personnel matters in executive session.

• Payment of claims totaling $725,349.24 (Council Expense Report) and $138,420.00 (Capital Improvement)
• Resolution No. 25-C09: Adopting a fee schedule for open records requests
• Resolution No. 25-C08: Interlocal agreement with McClain County 911 Trust Authority and McClain County for dispatch services
• Reappointment of Lori Cox to the Library Advisory Board
• Presentation by Adam Demorest on bike trail construction and enhancement programs

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will meet to review financial claims and payroll. Trustees will discuss the purchase of a kiosk and conduct quarterly reviews of the interim city manager and treasurer in executive session.

• Purchase of a kiosk from AdComp Systems Group for $30,000.00
• Approval of claims in the amount of $953,989.26
• Approval of Golf Claims in the amount of $55,064.62
• Approval of estimated payroll in the amount of $295,000.00
• Quarterly review of the interim city manager and the treasurer

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will meet to approve claims totaling $3,026.56 and the November 3, 2025, meeting minutes. The meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Police Service Building.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $3,026.56
• Approval of November 3, 2025, Meeting Minutes

Park Board

The Purcell Parks & Recreation Advisory Board regular meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The cancellation notice was posted at Purcell City Hall, 230 West Main Street, by City Clerk Andrea Millsap, and at the Multi‑Purpose Center, 1400 Chandler Rd, by Parks Director Clint Kennedy.

City Council

The council will approve routine payments on the consent agenda and hear the Treasurer’s and City Manager’s reports. It will consider several actions including a fee schedule increase, a major land sale contract, a rezoning to Planned Unit Development, and an interlocal 911 dispatch agreement. Additional items involve adding and bidding on capital improvement projects such as Red Hill Remediation and North Green Avenue upgrades.

• Approve contract with Domino Food & Fuel for $1,250,000 to purchase 1500 N. Green Ave.
• Approve amended fee schedule with Smith-Roberts Land Services, increasing contract by $12,080 to $263,070 for I-35/SH-74 interchange project
• Approve Ordinance No. 25-12 rezoning part of Section Seven and Twelve, Township Five North, Range One West to PUD (housing) – Freedom Crossing development
• Approve Resolution No. 25-C08 to enter interlocal agreement with McClain County 911 Trust Authority for dispatch services
• Add Red Hill Remediation project to the city’s Capital Improvement Plan and approve it for bidding

The Purcell City Council approved the consent agenda and appointed two board members. It also approved fee schedule changes and a $1.25 million contract with Domino Food & Fuel. The council denied the proposed rezoning of the Freedom Crossing property to a Planned Unit Development. Several capital improvement items, including Red Hill Remediation, were added to the plan and put out for bid.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Appointed Elizabeth Baker to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)
• Appointed Chelsea Semkoff to Cemetery Board (5-0)
• Approved $12,080 fee schedule amendment for I-35/SH-74 project (5-0)
• Approved $1,250,000 contract with Domino Food & Fuel for 1500 N. Green Ave (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of Freedom Crossing to PUD (4-1)
• Approved adding Red Hill Remediation to Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Approved putting Red Hill Remediation project out for bid (5-0)

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will meet to review routine financial approvals and receive quarterly reports. The body will consider claims, golf claims, and estimated payroll as part of a consent agenda.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $1,091,840.90
• Approval of payment of Golf Claims in the amount of $91,802.38
• Approval of estimated payroll in the amount of $295,000.00
• Presentation of Wadley’s EMS Quarterly Report
• Presentation of Purcell Municipal Hospital Quarterly Report

The Public Works Authority unanimously approved the items on the consent agenda, including $1,091,840.90 in claims, $91,802.38 in golf claims, a $295,000 payroll estimate, the October 2025 EFT payment packet, and the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion to approve the consent agenda was passed with a 5‑0 vote. No items were removed for discussion.

• Approved $1,091,840.90 claims (5-0)
• Approved $91,802.38 golf claims (5-0)
• Approved $295,000 estimated payroll (5-0)
• Approved October 2025 EFT payment packet (5-0)
• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda as written (5-0)

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on November 3, 2025. Trustees will vote on the consent agenda, which includes approving claims totaling $1,434.56 and the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes. Items may be removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion, and comments from trustees, the trust manager, and the trust attorney will be heard before adjournment.

• Approve claims in the amount of $1,434.56 (consent agenda)
• Approve October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Consider and act on any items removed from the consent agenda

The Purcell Economic Development Authority approved claims totaling $1,434.56. It also approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. The consent agenda was adopted by a unanimous vote of all five trustees. No other actions were taken.

• Approved $1,434.56 claims (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved consent agenda as written (unanimous)

Public Works Authority

The Public Works Authority will meet to review routine claims and payroll. Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on resolutions regarding banking policies and an interlocal agreement for the Oklahoma Cooperative Liquid Assets Security System.

• Approval of claims totaling $903,495.19
• Approval of Golf Claims totaling $102,075.99
• Approval of estimated payroll of $295,000.00
• Joint Resolution No. 25-C06/25-P03 regarding investment and banking policies
• Joint Resolution No. 25-C07/25P04 regarding the Oklahoma Cooperative Liquid Assets Security System

The authority unanimously approved the routine consent agenda items, including expense claims and payroll. It also approved Joint Resolution No. 25-C06/25-P03 establishing investment and banking policies. Finally, it approved Joint Resolution No. 25-C07/25P04 creating an interlocal agreement for the Oklahoma Cooperative Liquid Assets Security System.

• Approved consent agenda items (expense claims $903,495.19 and $102,075.99, payroll $295,000, EFT payment packet, September minutes, 2026 holiday and meeting schedules)
• Approved Joint Resolution No. 25-C06/25-P03 establishing investment and banking policies (unanimous vote)
• Approved Joint Resolution No. 25-C07/25P04 establishing interlocal agreement for Oklahoma CLASS (unanimous vote)

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Authority will hold its regular meeting on October 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the police service building. Trustees will vote on the consent agenda, which includes approval of $0.00 in claims and the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Any items removed from the consent agenda may be discussed and acted upon, followed by comments from trustees, the trust manager, and the trust attorney before adjournment.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $0.00
• Approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes

The Purcell Economic Development Authority met with a quorum and approved its consent agenda. The agenda included approval of $0.00 in claims and the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. No items were removed for separate discussion, and the motion passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved $0.00 claims (part of consent agenda) (5-0)
• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The council approved the consent agenda covering routine payments and several contracts, including an engagement letter with Crawford & Associates and the 2025‑2026 IAFF contract. It also adopted multiple resolutions on election notice, banking policies, and investment powers, and approved a service agreement with JTS Financial Contract Management LLC. Finally, the council authorized entering negotiations with Domino Food & Fuel for the former hospital site.

• Approved consent agenda (routine payments) (Yes: Wheat, Bruel, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved engagement letter with Crawford & Associates (Yes: Bruehl, Wheat, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved 2025‑2026 IAFF contract (Yes: Bruehl, Wheat, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved service agreement with JTS Financial Contract Management LLC (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-C05 notifying MCCLAIN County Election Board (Yes: Wheat, Tate, Bruehl, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved Joint Resolution 25-C06/25-P03 establishing investment and banking policies (Yes: Bruehl, Wheat, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved Joint Resolution 25-C07/25-P04 entering interlocal agreement for Oklahoma Cooperative Liquid Assets Security System (Yes: Wheat, Tate, Bruehl, Phillips, Fishburn)
• Approved motion to enter negotiations with Domino Food & Fuel for 1500 N. Green Ave. (Yes: Wheat, Tate, Bruehl, Phillips, Fishburn)

Airport

The Purcell Airport Authority will consider approving the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 schedule of meetings. The board will hear a report from the Airport Manager. Members will discuss the current status of the Airport Authority Trust and review proposed updates to the Authority's rules and regulations. The meeting will conclude with member and staff comments before adjournment.

• Approve June 23, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approve 2026 Purcell Airport Authority schedule of meetings
• Presentation of the Airport Manager report
• Discussion of the Purcell Airport Authority Trust status
• Discussion of updates to Airport Authority rules and regulations

Cemetery

The Purcell Cemetery Board will discuss and possibly act on several items, including approving the 2025 minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule. They will consider next steps with Marcum’s Nursery on a tree‑warranty issue, removal of the cemetery entry gates, and new signage. Additional items include approving bollards to protect headstones and purchasing equipment such as a sprayer, a side‑by‑side vehicle, and a mini fridge.

• Approve purchase of a sprayer not to exceed $10,000
• Approve purchase of a side‑by‑side vehicle not to exceed $14,000
• Approve purchase of a mini fridge for the directory room
• Approve removal of the cemetery entry gates
• Approve bollards for areas where cars damage headstones

Fire Department

The Purcell Rural Fire Board will open the meeting, approve the regular scheduled minutes from the March 11, 2025 and June 10, 2025 board meetings, receive an update on funds received from Rural Fire Dues, and then adjourn.

• Approve minutes from March 11, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting
• Update on funds received from Rural Fire Dues

Park Board

The Purcell Parks & Recreation Advisory Board did not meet as scheduled because the regular meeting for September 3, 2025 was canceled. The notice was posted at Purcell City Hall, 230 West Main Street.

Public Works Authority

The Public Works Authority will consider approving several expense reports and payroll. Trustees will also discuss appointing designees for the Mayor and City Treasurer and hold executive sessions regarding real property and personnel.

• Approval of claims in the Council Expense Report for $941,134.82
• Approval of Golf Claims for $75,390.12
• Approval of estimated payroll for $295,000.00
• Joint Resolution No. 25-C04/25P02 to appoint designees for the Mayor and City Treasurer
• Executive session regarding the purchase or appraisal of real property

The Authority unanimously approved its consent agenda, which included expense claims of $941,134.82, a $75,390.12 golf claim, and a $295,000 payroll estimate. Trustees also approved Joint Resolution No. 25‑C04/25‑P02 appointing designees for the Mayor and City Treasurer. After an executive session, the meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda expense claim of $941,134.82 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda payment of golf claims $75,390.12 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda estimated payroll $295,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Resolution No. 25‑C04/25‑P02 appointing designees for Mayor and City Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Joint Executive Session at 7:03 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to regular session at 9:18 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved August 4, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:02 p.m. (unanimous)

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to conduct routine business. The board will consider the approval of claims and the minutes from the August 7, 2025, meeting.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $8,935.55
• Approval of August 7, 2025, Meeting Minutes

The Purcell Economic Development Authority approved its consent agenda, which included claims totaling $8,935.55 and the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting. The motion to approve the consent agenda was passed unanimously. No other items were discussed or decided.

• Approved consent agenda as written (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn; No: None)
• Approved claims in the amount of $8,935.55 (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn; No: None)
• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Phillips, Fishburn; No: None)

City Council

The Purcell City Council will meet to discuss routine financial approvals, a proposed sale of the old hospital site at 1500 N. Green Ave., and labor contracts with IAFF Local 3596 and FOP#194. The meeting includes presentations on the treasurer’s financial report and city manager’s update, as well as a status update on the Heart of Oklahoma Music Festival.

• Approval of $779,050.35 in claims, including $66,107.79 for capital improvements and $5,079.80 for lodging tax
• Possible action to approve Joint Resolution No. 25-C04/25P02 appointing designees for Mayor and City Treasurer
• Discussion and possible action to enter negotiations for sale of 1500 N. Green Ave. (Old Hospital Site) with OnCue, Domino Food & Fuel, and SPJ Architects
• Possible approval of 2025-2026 IAFF Local 3596 labor contract
• Possible approval of amended 2025-2026 contract with FOP#194

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, authorizing routine payments totaling several hundred thousand dollars. They also approved Joint Resolution No. 25‑C04/25‑P02 appointing designees for the mayor and city treasurer. The council voted to direct the city manager to continue negotiations for the sale of the former hospital at 1500 N. Green Ave. Finally, the amended 2025‑2026 contract with the Fraternal Order of Police #194 was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda payments, including $779,050.35 council expense claims (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Resolution No. 25‑C04/25‑P02 appointing mayor and treasurer designees (unanimous)
• Directed city manager to continue negotiations for sale of 1500 N. Green Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2025‑2026 contract with FOP #194 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $4,814.49 street & alley claims (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $66,107.79 capital improvement claims (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $5,079.80 lodging tax claims (unanimous)
• Approved estimated payroll of $295,000.00 (unanimous)

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will meet to review financial reports and approve various claims. The board will consider a payment for water well repairs and discuss the appointment of a new trustee. Executive sessions are scheduled to discuss the hiring of a Treasurer and real property matters.

• Payment of $38,075.00 to Hoffman Water Wells, LLC for repairs to Well 11
• Approval of claims in the amount of $943,318.97
• Approval of golf claims in the amount of $71,223.78
• Approval of estimated payroll in the amount of $295,000.00
• Possible action to hire Wynn Tyson-Kramer as Treasurer

The board ratified the City Council's appointment of Tara Phillips to the Division #3 seat. The consent agenda, including several expense approvals, was adopted. A payment of $38,075 to Hoffman Water Wells, LLC was approved. The board also approved hiring Wynn Tyson‑Kramer as Treasurer.

• Ratified appointment of Tara Phillips to Division #3 seat (unanimous approval)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $943,318.97 council expense claim and $71,223.78 golf claim
• Approved payment of $38,075 to Hoffman Water Wells, LLC for Well 11 repairs
• Entered Joint Executive Session at 7:14 p.m. (unanimous approval)
• Approved hiring of Wynn Tyson‑Kramer as Treasurer (unanimous approval)

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss and possibly ratify a City Council appointment to fill a vacancy on the board. The board will also review routine financial reports and meeting minutes.

• Ratification of appointment to fill Joseph Franco's unexpired term (Division #3 seat)
• Approval of claims in the amount of $0.00
• Approval of July 7, 2025, meeting minutes
• Approval of June 2025 Treasurer's Financial Report

The Authority ratified the City Council's appointment of Tara Phillips to fill the Division #3 seat vacated by Joseph Franco. The consent agenda—including $0.00 claims, the July 7 2025 meeting minutes, and the Treasurer’s June 2025 financial report—was approved without amendment. The meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

• Ratified appointment of Tara Phillips to Authority Division #3 seat (yes: Tate, Bruehl, Phillips, Fishburn; no: none; absent: Wheat)
• Approved claims in the amount of $0.00 (yes: Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn; no: none)
• Approved July 7 2025 meeting minutes (yes: Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn; no: none)
• Approved Treasurer’s June 2025 financial report (yes: Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn; no: none)
• Approved the consent agenda as written (yes: Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn; no: none)

City Council

The City Council will consider appointing a member to fill Joseph Franco's unexpired term for the Division #3 seat. The body will also discuss the 2025-2026 IAFF labor contract and the hiring of a City Treasurer.

• Appointment to fill council vacancy for Division #3 seat
• Approval of $127,000.00 purchase of a John Deere Backhoe from The Clarence L. Boyd Company
• Approval of $727,624.58 in Council Expense Report claims
• Approval of $145,123.80 in Capital Improvement Claims
• Discussion on the status of 1500 N. Green Ave. Request for Proposals

The council filled the vacant Division 3 seat by appointing and swearing in Tara Phillips. The consent agenda, including payments such as $727,624.58 for council expenses and $127,000 for a backhoe, was approved unanimously. The council also approved the hiring of Wynn Tyson‑Kramer as city treasurer. No action was taken on the IAFF labor contract.

• Appointed Tara Phillips to Council Seat 3 (unanimous yes)
• Approved the consent agenda items, including $727,624.58 council expense payment (unanimous yes)
• Approved payment of $127,000 for a John Deere backhoe purchase (unanimous yes)
• Approved hiring of Wynn Tyson‑Kramer as City Treasurer (unanimous yes)
• No action taken on the 2025‑2026 IAFF labor contract

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the Director's reports and budget. The board will consider establishing a cost recovery policy, a conservation policy for Purcell Lake, and a dedicated Parks and Recreation fund.

• Possible action to name city property surrounding Purcell Lake as Lake Park
• Possible action to establish a Parks and Recreation fund
• Possible action to establish a cost recovery policy for the Parks Department
• Possible action to establish a conservation policy at Purcell Lake
• Discussion of upcoming Purcell Parks & Recreation events

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will consider the approval of June 2, 2025, meeting minutes and the May 2025 financial report.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $0.00
• Approval of June 2, 2025, Meeting Minutes
• Approval of Treasurer’s May 2025 Financial Report

The board approved the consent agenda with no items removed. The agenda included approval of $0.00 in claims, adoption of the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes, and acceptance of the Treasurer’s May 2025 financial report. The motion to approve the consent agenda was passed unanimously by all five trustees.

• Approved consent agenda as written (5-0)
• Approved $0.00 claims (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s May 2025 financial report (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss filling the Division #3 seat following the resignation of Joseph Franco. The body is also considering a 2025-2026 contract with FOP#194 and discussing personnel and labor matters in executive session.

• Approval of Council Expense Report payments of $83,4426.60
• Approval of Capital Improvement Claims of $84,451.51
• Approval of Airport Authority Claims of $50,996.10
• Approval of 2025-2026 contract between the City and FOP#194
• Filling the vacancy for Councilmember Division #3 seat

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including routine payments totaling $934,? (see items). It also unanimously approved the 2025‑2026 contract with FOP#194. A proclamation naming July as Parks and Recreation month was adopted. Councilmember Joseph Franco resigned and the council took no action on filling his seat.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0 vote)
• Approved 2025-2026 contract with FOP#194 (5-0 vote)
• Adopted Parks & Recreation proclamation for July (unanimous)
• Councilmember Joseph Franco resignation accepted (no vote required)
• No action taken on filling Division #3 council vacancy
• No action taken in executive session

Public Works Authority

The Public Works Authority will review claims and payroll as part of its consent agenda. The body will also discuss filling a vacancy for the Councilmember Division #3 seat and the appointment of a board member for the Purcell Municipal Hospital.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $865,121.65
• Approval of Golf Claims in the amount of $77,665.56
• Approval of estimated payroll in the amount of $295,000.00
• Appointment of Danny Jacobs to the Purcell Municipal Hospital Board (2025-2029)
• Filling the vacancy of Councilmember Division #3 seat

The Authority approved its consent agenda, which included $865,121.65 in council expense claims, $77,665.56 in golf claims, and a $295,000 payroll estimate, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. Trustees also approved the appointment of Danny Jacobs to the Purcell Municipal Hospital Board for a four‑year term, also by a 5‑0 vote. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no action was taken on filling the vacant council seat. An executive session was entered and later resumed regular joint session, with no actions taken during the session.

• Approved consent agenda items (including $865,121.65 claims, $77,665.56 golf claims, $295,000 payroll) (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Danny Jacobs to Purcell Hospital Board (5-0)
• No items removed from consent agenda (5-0)
• No action taken on filling Councilmember Division #3 vacancy (5-0)
• Entered executive session with designated participants (5-0)
• Returned to regular joint session after executive session (5-0)

City Council

The City Council and Public Works Authority will consider the sale of the old hospital and budget adjustments to balance year-end financials. The body will also discuss repairs for Red Hill stairs and labor contracts for police and fire personnel.

• Request for Proposal to sell the old hospital at 1500 N. Green Avenue
• Budget amendments totaling $153,000 for capital outlay, cemetery care, animal control, and sewer maintenance
• Accounting and consulting services contract with Crawford & Associates not to exceed $57,500
• Remediation of soil erosion and vegetation overgrowth on Red Hill
• Labor contracts for FOP#194 and IAFF Local 3596 for fiscal year 2025-2026

The council approved the May 8, 2025 joint special meeting minutes. They authorized hiring CEC for a $6,000 structural‑engineering study and a $3,500 topographic survey to repair the Red Hill stairs. They approved a request‑for‑proposal to sell the former hospital at 1500 N. Green Avenue and adopted four budget amendments totaling $153,000 to balance year‑end finances. Additional actions included entering and exiting an executive session, amending the Crawford & Associates consulting contract to $45,000, and directing the City Manager to repost the City Manager and City Treasurer positions.

• Approved May 8, 2025 joint special meeting minutes (Yes: Wheat, Franco, Bruehl, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: Tate)
• Approved hiring CEC for $6,000 structural engineering and $3,500 topographic survey (Yes: Bruehl, Wheat, Franco, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: Tate)
• Approved City Manager to prepare and post RFP for sale of 1500 N. Green Avenue (Yes: Wheat, Franco, Bruehl, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: Tate)
• Approved budget amendments totaling $153,000 (Cap Impr‑2025‑2 $55,000; Cem Care‑2025‑1 $35,000; GF‑2025‑13 $8,000; PWA‑2025‑4 $55,000) (Yes: Franco, Bruehl, Wheat, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: Tate)
• Approved entry into executive session (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Franco, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: Tate)
• Approved return to regular session (Yes: Fishburn, Tate, Bruehl, Franco, Wheat; No: none; Absent: none)
• Approved amendment of Crawford & Associates contract to $45,000 (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Franco, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: none)
• Approved Crawford & Associates engagement as amended (Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Franco, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: none)

Airport

The Purcell Airport Authority will meet to review the Airport Manager report and discuss safety and regulatory updates. The body will consider updates to the Authority's Rules and Regulations and discuss fire extinguishers in hangars.

• Discussion concerning fire extinguishers in hangars
• Discussion concerning Purcell Municipal Airport Authority Rules and Regulations update
• Approval of March 25, 2024, and September 23, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council and Purcell Public Works Authority have scheduled a special meeting for June 23, 2025. The agenda provided contains only procedural notice and no specific discussion items.

Cemetery

The Purcell Cemetery Board will review financial and sexton reports and consider approving minutes from March 8, 2025. The board will discuss cemetery ordinances and a Request for Pricing (RFP) for an entry style.

• Request for Pricing (RFP) for entry style
• Discussion of Cemetery Ordinances
• Trees to be warranted by Marcum Nursery
• Approval of March 8, 2025, meeting minutes

Fire Department

The Purcell Rural Fire Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a report on the mailing of 2025/2026 FY Rural Fire Dues postcards.

• Report on 2025/2026 FY Rural Fire Dues Postcards mailing

The Rural Fire Board approved the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting with unanimous support. Staff reported that fire dues postcards will be mailed on June 28, 2025. The board adjourned the meeting at 7:40 a.m. with unanimous approval.

• Approved December 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 a.m. (unanimous)

Park Board

Board members will attend the Purcell Lake Day event on June 7, 2025. The notice states that no business will be discussed and no action will be taken.

• Attendance at Purcell Lake Day

City Council

City Council members and Purcell Public Works Authority trustees will attend the Heart of Oklahoma Chamber Banquet. The notice states that no action will be taken by the Council or Authority during this event.

• Attendance at Heart of Oklahoma Chamber Banquet on June 5, 2025

Park Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the Director's budget and reports. Members will discuss policies for the proposed Purcell Lake Park and updates on the tennis court and bike trail projects.

• NRPA sustainability and wildlife habitat policies for Proposed Purcell Lake Park
• Tennis court project
• Bike Trail Project
• Rental pricing and policies for the Multi-Purpose Center
• Upcoming Purcell Parks & Recreation Events

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. This discussion specifically concerns the Enterprise Funds and Special Revenue Funds.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 Enterprise Funds and Special Revenue Funds budget

The City Council convened a public hearing on the FY 2025‑2026 Purcell Municipal Hospital budget. No public comments or questions were received, and no actions or votes were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2025-2026 annual budget and related budget resolution. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects, a new special events ordinance, and labor contracts for police and fire personnel.

• Adoption of the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget
• Payment of $49,750.25 to Ceasar Martinez for Main Street landscaping
• Contract increase of $19,740.00 for Smith-Roberts Land Services for the I-35 and SH-74 Interchange project
• Ordinance 25-09 regarding the application and approval process for special events
• Discussion on the marketing and sale of 1500 North Green Ave. (old hospital site)

The council approved the consent agenda, including a $1,026,335.62 payment from the Council Expense Report and several interlocal agreements. They adopted the FY 2025‑2026 city budget and the accompanying budget resolution. Additional approvals included an increased fee schedule for the I‑35/SH‑74 interchange, a $5,450 easement to ODOT, and a $49,750.25 landscaping contract for Main Street. No action was taken on the drainage mitigation item, and the council entered a joint executive session to discuss labor contracts and personnel matters.

• Approved Consent Agenda payments, including $1,026,335.62 Council Expense Report (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 City budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Budget Resolution No. 25‑C02 (unanimous)
• Approved amended fee schedule for Smith‑Roberts, raising contract to $250,990.00 (unanimous)
• Approved easement to ODOT for $5,450.00 (yes: Wheat, Franco, Bruehl, Fishburn; no: Tate)
• Approved Main Street landscaping contract to Ceasar Martinez for $49,750.25 (unanimous)
• Deleted item Sn from the consent agenda (unanimous)
• No action taken on drainage mitigation agenda item 14

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will meet to conduct routine business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $0.00
• Approval of May 5, 2025, Meeting Minutes
• Approval of the Treasurer’s April 2025 Financial Report

The Purcell Economic Development Authority approved the consent agenda by unanimous vote of the five trustees. The agenda included approval of $0.00 in claims, adoption of the May 5 2025 meeting minutes, and approval of the Treasurer’s April 2025 financial report.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved $0.00 claims (5-0)
• Approved May 5 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer’s April 2025 financial report (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed Purcell Municipal Hospital budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Residents may provide comments, recommendations, or information regarding the proposed budget.

• Public hearing for the Purcell Municipal Hospital FY 2025-2026 Budget

The council convened a public hearing on the FY 2025-2026 Purcell Municipal Hospital budget. No comments or questions were made during the hearing. The meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will discuss and potentially approve the 2025-2026 Purcell Municipal Hospital Fiscal Year Budget. The body will also ratify the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget previously acted upon by the City Council.

• Approval of claims totaling $905,310.28
• Approval of Water Impact Fee Fund claims of $11,788.64
• Approval of Golf Claims totaling $80,021.38
• Approval of estimated payroll of $295,000.00
• Year-end budget adjustment PWA-2025-3 including a $68,000.00 deficit for bulk water and contract labor

The Authority unanimously approved the Consent Agenda items, including expense claims totaling $905,310.28 and a $295,000 payroll estimate. Trustees ratified the City Council's FY 2025‑2026 budget and approved the Municipal Hospital's FY 2025‑2026 budget. The board entered and later returned from a joint Executive Session, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:32 p.m.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (e.g., $905,310.28 expense claims) – vote 5‑0
• Ratified City Council FY 2025‑2026 budget (Agenda Item 7) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Municipal Hospital FY 2025‑2026 budget (Agenda Item 8) – vote 4‑0
• Entered joint Executive Session – vote 5‑0
• Returned to regular Joint Session – vote 5‑0

City Council

City Council and Purcell Public Works Authority members will attend a public meeting hosted by the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority. The notice states that no action will be taken by the Council or Authority during this event.

• Attendance at Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Public Meeting on May 21, 2005, at 5:00 p.m.

City Council

The Purcell City Council and Public Works Authority will hold a joint special meeting. The primary business is entering executive session to discuss and consider possible action on the employment, hiring, and appointment of Leroy Alsup as City Manager/General Manager. The agenda also includes call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, welcome, and adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on hiring Leroy Alsup as City Manager/General Manager (Executive Session)

The council entered a joint executive session to discuss Leroy Alsup's employment. It then voted to return to regular session and approved moving forward with negotiations and a background check for Alsup. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved motion to enter joint executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to regular joint session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to proceed with further negotiations and background check for Leroy Alsup (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor for one-year terms. The body will also consider a rezoning request for a housing development and approve various city claims and service agreements.

• Ordinance No. 25-08 to rezone parts of Section 7 and Section 12 from Light Industrial to Planned Unit Development for housing (Freedom Crossing)
• Payment of claims including $750,623.04 for Council expenses and $381,303.36 for Capital Improvement
• Legal services agreement with Bill Lester at a rate of $250.00 per hour
• Renewal of the 2025-2026 INSURICA Health Insurance Proposal
• 2025-2026 School Resource Officer Agreement with Independent School District No. I-15

The City Council voted unanimously to appoint Graham Fishburn as Mayor for the 2025‑2026 term and Jay Tate as Vice‑Mayor for the same term. The consent agenda, covering multiple routine payments and agreements, was approved. Additional actions included approving the Insurica health‑insurance renewal, the School Resource Officer agreement, postponing a rezoning ordinance, and authorizing a legal‑services contract with Bill Lester.

• Elected Graham Fishburn Mayor (5‑0 vote)
• Elected Jay Tate Vice‑Mayor (5‑0 vote)
• Approved consent agenda items including payments and service agreements (5‑0 vote)
• Approved renewal of 2025‑2026 Insurica health‑insurance proposal (5‑0 vote)
• Approved 2025‑2026 School Resource Officer agreement (5‑0 vote)
• Postponed rezoning Ordinance No. 25‑08 to June 2, 2025 (5‑0 vote)
• Approved legal services agreement with Bill Lester at $250 per hour (5‑0 vote)
• Approved special meeting to include Leroy Alsup no earlier than Thursday (5‑0 vote)

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda consisting of approval of claims ($0.00), meeting minutes from April 7, 2025, and the Treasurer's March 2025 Financial Report. No other substantive business is listed; the agenda is procedural.

• Approval of claims totaling $0.00
• Approval of April 7, 2025, meeting minutes
• Approval of Treasurer's March 2025 Financial Report

The Authority unanimously approved the consent agenda. The agenda included approval of $0.00 in claims, the April 7 2025 meeting minutes, and the Treasurer’s March 2025 financial report. No items were removed from the agenda.

• Approved consent agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved $0.00 claims (unanimous)
• Approved April 7 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s March 2025 financial report (unanimous)

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will discuss and possibly approve Resolution 25-P01 adjusting residential and commercial solid waste rates, repealing the previous rate resolution. The board will also ratify city council actions on mayor/vice mayor elections and approve a consent agenda including $844,530.80 in claims, $59,874.96 in golf claims, and $295,000 in estimated payroll. Executive sessions are scheduled for the appointment of a Treasurer and General Manager, and for discussion of real property purchase or appraisal. Quarterly reports from Wadley EMS and Purcell Municipal Hospital will be presented.

• Resolution 25-P01: adjustment of solid waste rates for residential and commercial customers, repealing Resolution 24-P02
• Consent agenda approval of claims totaling $844,530.80, golf claims $59,874.96, and estimated payroll $295,000
• Executive session to discuss appointment of Treasurer and General Manager
• Executive session to discuss purchase or appraisal of real property
• Quarterly reports from Wadley EMS and Purcell Municipal Hospital

The board approved the consent agenda, which included expense reimbursements totaling $1,199,405.76. Trustees unanimously approved Resolution 25‑P01, adjusting residential and commercial solid‑waste rates. A joint executive session was opened and later closed, with all motions passing without opposition.

• Approved consent agenda items (expense claims $844,530.80, water fee $0.00, golf claims $59,874.96, payroll $295,000, EFT payment, financial report, meeting minutes) – unanimous vote
• Approved Resolution 25‑P01 adjusting solid‑waste rates – unanimous vote
• Entered joint executive session with city attorney and general manager – unanimous vote
• Returned to regular joint session after executive session – unanimous vote

City Council

The Purcell City Council and Public Works Authority hold a joint special meeting to discuss the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget and consider appointing a qualified municipal judge for a two-year term. The council may vote to approve the judge appointment and execute a contract. No other substantive business is listed.

• Discussion and possible appointment of a municipal judge (two-year term) with contract approval
• Discussion of the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget

Councilmember Greg Wheat moved, and the motion was seconded by Joseph Franco, to appoint William Deveraux as municipal judge. The motion passed with votes recorded as Yes: Tate, Franco, Bruehl, Wheat, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: Tate. Staff presented the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget, but no vote on the budget was taken. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Appointed William Deveraux as municipal judge (Yes: Tate, Franco, Bruehl, Wheat, Fishburn; No: none; Absent: Tate)

City Council

The City Council and Purcell Public Works Authority will attend a social event, Evening with the Mayor, at Happy Camper Café. No business will be discussed and no action will be taken. This is a procedural notice only.

City Council

This is a public notice that City Council and Public Works Authority members may attend an informal 'Evening with the Mayor' event on April 17, 2025. No formal decisions or business will be conducted.

• Event: Evening with the Mayor at Happy Camper Café, 216 W. Main Street
• No action will be taken at this event
• Notice posted by City Clerk Andrea Millsap on April 15, 2025

Park Board

This special meeting includes presentations of the director's report and budget, followed by discussion and possible action on rental pricing and policies for the Multi-Purpose Center, the Purcell Lake Park project, and several upcoming events. The board will also consider the Tennis court project, Bike Trail Project, and NRPA sustainability and wildlife habitat policies at Purcell Lake.

• Approval of March 4, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes and April 4, 2025, Special Meeting Minutes
• Discussion and possible action concerning rental pricing and policies for the Multi-Purpose Center
• Discussion and possible action concerning the April Great American Clean-up event
• Discussion and possible action concerning the Purcell Lake Park project
• Discussion and possible action concerning the Tennis court project and Bike Trail Project

City Council

The Purcell City Council and Public Works Authority will hold a joint special meeting to discuss and possibly act on hiring a new Municipal Judge. The council will enter executive session to consider four candidates: Jonathan Fried, Brady Robinson, Michael Gardner, and William Deveraux (spelled "Willaim Deveraux" in the agenda). No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss hiring a Municipal Judge from four named candidates
• Candidates: Jonathan Fried, Brady Robinson, Michael Gardner, William Deveraux
• Possible action following executive session on the appointment
• Meeting is a joint special session with Purcell Public Works Authority

City Council

The City Council will swear in Bobby Bruehl and Jay Tate as council members. The body will consider new ordinances regarding the sale and transportation of dogs and cats, as well as various city contracts and budget requests.

• Ordinance No. 25-05 and 25-06 regarding the sale and transportation of dogs and cats
• Renewal of Dillon & Associates for auditing services not to exceed $34,000
• Heart of Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce Diamond Level Membership for $30,000.00
• Payment of claims totaling $795,197.77 in the Council Expense Report
• Feasibility study for the old hospital site

The council approved several items, including a new ordinance that adds Section 10‑119 to regulate dog and cat sales. It also approved an audit contract with Dillon & Associates, the 2025‑2026 library budget, and continued chamber membership for $30,000. Additional actions included appointing a parks advisory board member and approving surplus equipment from the street, police and electronics inventories.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-05 adding Section 10-119 (sale of dogs or cats) – Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Franco, Fishburn
• Approved audit contract with Dillon & Associates up to $34,000 (single audit up to $4,500) – Yes: Wheat, Franco, Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn
• Approved 2025-2026 Purcell Public Library budget request (amended from 2024-2025) – Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Franco, Fishburn
• Approved continuation as Diamond Level member of Heart of Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce for 2025-2026 with $30,000 dues – Yes: Wheat, Bruehl, Tate, Franco, Fishburn
• Appointed Amber Farmer to Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (term 2025‑2029) – Yes: Wheat, Tate, Franco, Bruehl, Fishburn
• Approved surplus of Street Department items (EXMARK LAZER models) – Yes: Wheat, Franco, Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn
• Approved surplus of Police Department items (Exhibit A) – Yes: Wheat, Franco, Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn
• Approved surplus of electronics (Exhibit B) – Yes: Wheat, Franco, Tate, Bruehl, Fishburn

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve a consent agenda with no claims, the March 2025 meeting minutes, and the February 2025 treasurer's report. No substantive economic development actions are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $0.00
• Approval of March 3, 2025, meeting minutes
• Approval of Treasurer’s February 2025 Financial Report
• Trustee, manager, and attorney comments

The Authority approved its consent agenda, which included $0.00 in claims, the March 3 2025 meeting minutes, and the Treasurer’s February 2025 financial report. Trustee Wheat moved, Trustee Bruehl seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. No other items were considered or acted upon.

• Approved $0.00 claims (consent agenda) – vote 5-0
• Approved March 3 2025 meeting minutes – vote 5-0
• Approved Treasurer’s February 2025 financial report – vote 5-0

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will review bids for the construction of water wells and collector lines. The body will also consider writing off unpaid utility debt and approving various operational claims and payroll.

• Bids for collector line construction ranging from $486,535.00 to $963,003.25
• Bids for well construction ranging from $1,609,528.00 to $3,000,250.00
• Proposed write-off of $79,496.77 in unpaid utility bills from 2023
• Approval of claims totaling $965,668.22 and estimated payroll of $295,000.00
• Approval of Southbrook Vouchers in the sum of $26,306.16

The Authority approved the Consent Agenda, including several expense claims, payroll, and financial reports, with unanimous votes. An amendment was adopted to correct agenda item 4f to reference the Treasurer’s February 2025 Financial Report. No other actions were taken on discussed bids or debt write‑off.

• Approved $965,668.22 expense claims (5-0)
• Approved $87,146.16 golf claims (5-0)
• Approved $295,000.00 estimated payroll (5-0)
• Approved EFT payment packet for March 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer’s January 2025 Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Southbrook Vouchers totaling $26,306.16 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to agenda item 4f to read “Treasurer’s February 2025 Financial Report” (5-0)

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on accepting an application from Amber Farmer to fill a board seat vacated by Shawn Tompkins. The term would run from April 2025 to April 2029. Other agenda items are procedural.

• Discussion and possible action on Amber Farmer's application to replace Shawn Tompkins on the advisory board (term April 2025–2029)

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including an appointment to fill a board vacancy, rental pricing for the multi-purpose center, and various park and trail projects. Other agenda items include upcoming community events such as the Great American Clean-up, Walk the Trail, and Independence Day Celebration.

• Application acceptance for Amber Farmer to replace Shawn Tompkins on the advisory board (term April 2025–2029)
• Discussion and possible action on rental pricing and policies for the multi-purpose center
• Discussion and possible action concerning the Purcell Lake Park project
• Discussion and possible action concerning the Tennis court project
• Discussion and possible action concerning the Bike Trail Project

Airport

The Purcell Airport Authority will meet to discuss fire extinguishers in hangars and fire suppression for the fuel tank. The body will also review airport signage and the Airport Manager report.

• Fire extinguishers in hangars
• Fire suppression for fuel tank
• Airport signage
• Approval of March 25, 2024, meeting minutes

Airport

The Purcell Airport Authority will hear a presentation from Parkhill on current and future projects, discuss fire extinguishers in hangars and fire suppression for the fuel tank, and consider approving minutes from past meetings. The meeting also includes discussion on airport signage and reports from the airport manager and staff.

• Presentation by Toby Baker of Parkhill on current and future projects
• Discussion and possible action to approve March 25, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
• Discussion and possible action to approve September 23, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Discussion concerning fire extinguishers in hangars
• Discussion concerning fire suppression for fuel tank

Cemetery

The Purcell Cemetery Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including approving demolition of dilapidated flower beds, purchasing maintenance equipment, and replacing the entry arch. They will also discuss columbarium engraving procedures and tree warranty claims. The board will consider appointing a new member and approving the purchase of flowers.

• Possible approval to demolish flower beds along the main road of the cemetery
• Purchase of equipment: rakes, shovels, pole saw, backpack blower, memorial tent ($2,060 total)
• Possible approval to replace the cemetery entry arch
• Discussion on procedure for engraving the columbarium
• Possible approval of $800 for the purchase of flowers

Cemetery

The Purcell Cemetery Board will discuss the purchase of maintenance equipment and a memorial tent. The board is also considering the demolition of dilapidated flower beds and the replacement of the cemetery entryway arch.

• Proposed purchase of a Memorial Tent and Frame for $5,000.00
• Proposed purchase of a pole saw ($700.00) and backpack blower ($600.00)
• Proposed $800.00 for the purchase of flowers
• Possible approval to demolish dilapidated flower beds along the main road
• Possible action to recommend appointing a board member

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hear a director's report and budget, then discuss and possibly take action on several items: revisions to board bylaws, a town hall meeting, tennis court lighting, a bike trail project, the Purcel Lake project, and the Independence Day celebration.

• Discussion of bylaw revisions for the advisory board
• Discussion and possible action on tennis court lighting project
• Discussion and possible action on bike trail project
• Discussion and possible action on Purcel Lake project
• Discussion and possible action on Independence Day celebration

City Council

The City Council will discuss several ordinances regarding animal cruelty, shelter, and transport. The body is also considering a zoning change for a commercial property and the sale of the old hospital site.

• Rezoning of Lot 11 (South 8'), and Lots 12, 13, and 14, Block 27 from R-2 to C-3 for commercial use
• Accounting and consulting services contract with Crawford & Associates not to exceed $57,500.00
• Payment of claims totaling $867,922.33 and Capital Improvement Claims of $261,234.40
• Five ordinances (No. 25-03 through 25-07) amending animal protection and confinement codes
• Resolution No. 25-C01 to authorize a salary increase for the Chief of Police

The Purcell City Council approved a budget adjustment (GF-2025-12) reallocating funds for various expenses, a zoning change for a commercial property, and a salary increase for the Chief of Police. The council also terminated the KQTR radio station, approved several animal-related ordinances, and postponed a contract for the sale of the old hospital site. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two councilmembers absent.

• Approved Budget Adjustment GF-2025-12 (3-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-2 to C-3 for Lots 12-14, Block 27 (3-0)
• Approved termination of KQTR Radio Station (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-C01 for police chief salary increase (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-02 (zoning), 25-03, 25-04, 25-07 (animal regulations) (3-0)
• Postponed sale of old hospital site contract to next meeting (3-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 25-05 (sale of dogs/cats) to April meeting (3-0)
• Approved new attorney contract with Lind & Treadaway (3-0)

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to conduct routine business. The body will consider the approval of claims and financial reports via a consent agenda.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $1,534.98
• Approval of February 3, 2025, Meeting Minutes
• Approval of the Treasurer’s January 2025 Financial Report

The Purcell Economic Development Authority held a regular meeting on March 3, 2025, and approved the consent agenda as written, which included claims of $1,534.98, the February 3, 2025 meeting minutes, and the Treasurer's January 2025 Financial Report. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including claims of $1,534.98 (3-0)
• Approved February 3, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes (3-0)
• Approved Treasurer's January 2025 Financial Report (3-0)

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will meet to approve a consent agenda including nearly $1.3 million in claims and payroll, consider a budget adjustment for unbudgeted expenses, and discuss new contracts for accounting services and an attorney. The board will also enter executive session to discuss real property acquisition and employment matters related to the City Manager and City Treasurer.

• Approval of claims totaling $986,808.16, plus $2,163.66 from Water Impact Fee Fund, $56,133.45 for Golf Claims, and $295,000 estimated payroll
• Budget Adjustment PWA-2025-2 raising revenues by $124,160 and expenses by $89,000 for items like contract labor and a music festival
• Payment of $25,062.50 to Key Equipment & Supply Company for sewer line data services
• Surplus of a 2001 John Deere 310SG Backhoe, a 2001 Chevy 1500 4x4, and a 6-inch pump
• Executive sessions to discuss real property purchase/appraisal and employment of City Manager and City Treasurer

The Purcell Public Works Authority approved the consent agenda, including $986,808.16 in claims, $2,163.66 from the Water Impact Fee Fund, $56,133.45 in golf claims, and $295,000 in estimated payroll. They also approved Budget Adjustment PWA-2025-2, which reallocates $124,160 in revenue to cover $89,000 in unbudgeted expenses. Additionally, the board approved a $25,062.50 invoice for sewer line data services, surplus of three water department items, a $57,500 engagement letter for accounting services, and a new attorney contract. All votes were unanimous among the three trustees present, with two trustees absent.

• Approved consent agenda including $986,808.16 claims, $2,163.66 water impact fees, $56,133.45 golf claims, $295,000 payroll (3-0)
• Approved Budget Adjustment PWA-2025-2 reallocating $124,160 revenue to cover $89,000 expenses (3-0)
• Approved $25,062.50 invoice to Key Equipment & Supply for sewer line data services (3-0)
• Approved surplus of 2001 John Deere backhoe, 2001 Chevy 1500, and 6-inch pump (3-0)
• Approved Crawford & Associates engagement letter not to exceed $57,500 for accounting services (3-0)
• Approved new contract with City Attorney for Purcell and Public Works Authority (3-0)

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on revisions to the board's bylaws.

• Discussion and possible action on Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board bylaw revisions

City Council

The Purcell City Council and Public Works Authority hold a joint special meeting to discuss the demolition status of the old hospital and options for selling the site afterward. They will consider engaging Kathryn Walker of the Center for Economic Development Law to assist with the sale, and vote on extending an accounting services contract with Crawford & Associates. The council also plans to discuss employment for a municipal judge position in executive session and possibly appoint two qualified municipal judges for two-year terms.

• Discussion on status of demolition of the old hospital
• Options for selling the old hospital site after demolition
• Possible engagement of Kathryn Walker (Center for Economic Development Law) for sale assistance
• Possible approval of Crawford & Associates engagement letter for accounting services (dated Feb 12, 2025)
• Possible appointment of two municipal judges for two-year terms

The council appointed Dee Graves as a municipal judge for a two-year term and voted to continue searching for a second judge. Two agenda items were postponed to the March regular meeting: engaging Kathryn Walker to assist with the old hospital site sale and approving the Crawford & Associates engagement letter for accounting services. Demolition of the old hospital is on track and expected to be completed within the contract timeframe.

• Appointed Dee Graves as municipal judge for a 2-year term (5-0)
• Continued search for second municipal judge position (5-0)
• Postponed engagement of Kathryn Walker for hospital site sale to March meeting (5-0)
• Postponed approval of Crawford & Associates engagement letter to March meeting (5-0)

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss bylaw revisions and the Town Hall meeting. The board will also consider actions regarding the 4th of July Celebration, the Tennis Court Lighting Project, Purcell Lake Park, and the Bike Trail Project.

• Bylaw revisions for the Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• 4th of July Celebration on June 27, 2025
• Tennis Court Lighting Project
• Purcell Lake Park
• Bike Trail Project

City Council

The Purcell City Council will consider rezoning a property from residential to commercial, amending the animal cruelty ordinance, and discuss the sale of the old hospital site. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters for city manager and treasurer, and real property negotiations. Consent agenda includes approval of $656,210.93 in claims and $295,000 in estimated payroll.

• Ordinance 25-01 amending animal cruelty code (Chapter 10, Article 9)
• Rezoning Lots 11-14 in Block 27 from R-2 to C-3 for commercial use
• Discussion on sale of old hospital site at 1500 N. Green Ave.
• Executive session on city manager and treasurer employment, real property purchase, and confidential communications
• Contracts for new Municipal Judge, Victor Lohn treasury services, and interim treasurer from third-party accounting firm

The Purcell City Council approved Ordinance No. 25-01 amending animal cruelty provisions, and the consent agenda including $656,210.93 in claims and $295,000 in estimated payroll. A rezoning request (Ordinance No. 25-02) was postponed to the next meeting. No action was taken on the old hospital site sale or other discussed items.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-01 amending animal cruelty code (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $656,210.93 claims and $295,000 payroll (4-0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 25-02 rezoning to C-3 to next meeting (4-0)
• Entered joint executive session for personnel, real property, and legal matters (4-0)

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will discuss engineering services for new water wells and collection lines. The body is also considering the appointment of a new hospital board member and interim treasury services. Several financial claims and payroll approvals are on the consent agenda.

• Proposed $66,000 agreement with Sullivan & Associates for water well and collection line design
• Approval of claims totaling $541,505.48 and golf claims of $84,292.07
• Estimated payroll approval in the amount of $295,000.00
• Proposed appointment of Steve Sherman to the Purcell Municipal Hospital Board
• Discussion of a contract for an interim third-party accounting firm for City Treasurer services

The Purcell Public Works Authority approved a $66,000 agreement with Sullivan & Associates for design and engineering services for new water wells and collection lines, amended to include three test holes. The board also approved submitting plans to ODEQ for the new wells, appointed Steve Sherman to the Municipal Hospital Board, and approved the consent agenda including $541,505.48 in claims. No action was taken on interim treasurer services or Victor Lohn's contract, pending negotiations.

• Approved $66,000 agreement with Sullivan & Associates for water well/collection line design, amended to add 3 test holes (4-0)
• Approved submitting plans and application to ODEQ for new water well(s) and collector line (4-0)
• Appointed Steve Sherman to Purcell Municipal Hospital Board, term Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 31, 2029 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $541,505.48 claims, $84,292.07 golf claims, $295,000 payroll, and Southbrook vouchers (4-0)
• No action on interim treasurer contract or Victor Lohn's treasury services contract

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approval of claims totaling $75, meeting minutes from January 13, 2025, and the Treasurer's December 2024 financial report. No major projects or policy changes are on the agenda.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $75.00
• Approval of January 13, 2025, meeting minutes
• Approval of the Treasurer's December 2024 financial report

The Purcell Economic Development Authority met on February 3, 2025, and approved the consent agenda as written, which included the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes, claims of $75.00, and the Treasurer's Financial Report. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no other substantive decisions were made. The meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved consent agenda including Jan 13 minutes, $75 claims, and Treasurer's report (4-0, Wheat absent)

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a special town hall meeting to discuss current projects including tennis courts, volleyball courts, softball field, bike trails, McCurdy Park, and Purcell Lake Park. The board will also discuss various uses of the Multi-Purpose Center and collect group wish lists for current and future projects. The meeting is open for public comments.

• Discuss Tennis Courts project
• Discuss Volleyball Courts project
• Discuss Softball Field project
• Discuss Bike Trails at Purcell Lake
• Discuss uses of Multi-Purpose Center

City Council

The Purcell City Council and Public Works Authority will attend the Tourism Board meeting on January 14, 2025, at the Heart of Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce. They may discuss items listed in the Tourism Board’s published agenda.

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including payment of claims totaling $726,128.01 and approval of the November 2024 financial report. They will discuss and possibly approve reallocating $35,000 of a TSET incentive grant from volleyball court improvements to tennis court improvements, and appoint members to the Senior Citizens Center Board and Pioneer Library System Board. The council will also enter executive session to discuss employment of the City Manager and City Treasurer and potential real property purchase.

• Consent agenda includes approval of $726,128.01 in council claims, $295,000.00 in estimated payroll, and the Treasurer's November 2024 Financial Report
• Discussion and possible action to reallocate $35,000 from TSET grant from volleyball court improvements to tennis court improvements
• Appointment of Lisa Ballard to the Purcell Senior Citizens Center Board, replacing Natalie Shaw
• Appointment of Jason Midkiff and Justin Blankenship as Advisory Board Members of the Pioneer Library System Board
• Executive session to discuss employment of City Manager and City Treasurer, purchase of real property, and confidential communications regarding pending investigation or claim

The Purcell City Council approved the consent agenda, including $726,128.01 in claims and other routine items, and approved reallocating $35,000 of TSET grant funds from volleyball to tennis court improvements. It also appointed Lisa Ballard to the Senior Citizens Center Board and Jason Midkiff and Justin Blankenship to the Pioneer Library System Board. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board by-laws were discussed but tabled for revisions. No action was taken in executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including $726,128.01 in claims (4-0)
• Approved reallocation of $35,000 TSET grant from volleyball to tennis courts (4-0)
• Appointed Lisa Ballard to Senior Citizens Center Board (4-0)
• Appointed Jason Midkiff and Justin Blankenship to Pioneer Library System Board (4-0)
• Tabled Parks and Recreation Advisory Board by-laws for revisions
• Entered executive session; no action taken

Public Works Authority

The Public Works Authority will meet to discuss the purchase of a new vehicle and bid requests for water wells. The body will also review several financial reports and claims for approval.

• Purchase of a Ford F150 4x4 Crew Cab from Confidence Ford for $48,624.60
• Bid requests for the purchase and installation of one and two water wells
• Approval of claims in the Council Expense Report totaling $586,913.84
• Approval of Golf Claims totaling $50,942.48
• Approval of estimated payroll in the amount of $295,000.00

The Purcell Public Works Authority approved the purchase of a Ford F150 for $48,624.60 and directed Sullivan & Associates to create bid packages for one water well (with an alternate for two) and one collection line (with an alternate for two). The consent agenda, including claims totaling $586,913.84, golf claims of $50,942.48, and estimated payroll of $295,000, was approved. No action was taken in executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including claims of $586,913.84, golf claims of $50,942.48, and estimated payroll of $295,000 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Ford F150 4x4 Crew Cab for $48,624.60 from Confidence Ford (4-0)
• Directed Sullivan & Associates to create bid packages for 1 water well with alternate for 2 wells (4-0)
• Directed Sullivan & Associates to create bid packages for 1 collection line with alternate for 2 lines (4-0)
• Entered executive session; no action taken

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a consent agenda.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $55.86
• Approval of November 4, 2024 and December 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of the November 2024 Treasurer’s Financial Report

The Purcell Economic Development Authority met on January 13, 2025, and approved the consent agenda as written, which included claims of $55.86, meeting minutes from November and December 2024, and the Treasurer's November 2024 financial report. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no other substantive decisions were made. The meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved consent agenda including claims of $55.86 (4-0)
• Approved November 4, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Treasurer's November 2024 financial report (4-0)

City Council

The regular meetings of the City of Purcell, Purcell Public Works Authority, and Purcell Economic Development Authority scheduled for January 9, 2025, are cancelled due to inclement weather. The meetings have been rescheduled to January 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Police Service Building.

City Council

The Purcell City Council will vote on a consent agenda approving over $1 million in claims and payroll, consider reallocating $35,000 of a TSET grant from volleyball to tennis court improvements, and appoint members to the Senior Citizens Center and Pioneer Library System boards. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss employment of the city manager and city treasurer, real property purchase, and a pending investigation.

• Consent agenda: approval of $726,128.01 in council expenses and $295,000 in estimated payroll
• Discussion and possible action to reallocate $35,000 of TSET grant funds from volleyball to tennis court improvements
• Appointment of Lisa Ballard to the Purcell Senior Citizens Center Board, replacing Natalie Shaw
• Appointment of Jason Midkiff and Justin Blankenship as advisory board members for the Pioneer Library System Board
• Executive session for employment matters of city manager and city treasurer, real property appraisal, and confidential communications on a pending investigation

Public Works Authority

The regular meetings of the City of Purcell, Purcell Public Works Authority, and Purcell Economic Development Authority scheduled for January 9, 2025, have been cancelled due to inclement weather. They are rescheduled for January 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Police Service Building at 1515 N. Green Avenue. No other business is on the agenda.

• Meeting cancellation and rescheduling due to weather; no substantive items discussed

Public Works Authority

The Purcell Public Works Authority will discuss and possibly approve the purchase of a Ford F150 4x4 Crew Cab for $48,624.60 and consider bid requests for one or two new water wells. The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling $586,913.84, golf claims of $50,942.48, and estimated payroll of $295,000. Executive sessions are scheduled for real property appraisal/purchase, personnel matters (City Manager and City Treasurer), and a pending investigation or claim.

• Approval of claims totaling $586,913.84 and golf claims of $50,942.48
• Estimated payroll approval of $295,000
• Purchase of Ford F150 4x4 Crew Cab for $48,624.60 from Confidence Ford
• Discussion and possible action on bid requests for one or two water wells
• Executive sessions for real property, City Manager/City Treasurer employment, and a pending investigation/claim

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The Purcell Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda including approval of claims totaling $55.86, meeting minutes from November and December 2024, and the Treasurer's November 2024 financial report. No other substantive business is listed.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $55.86
• Approval of November 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of December 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of Treasurer’s November 2024 Financial Report

Purcell Economic Development Authority

The regularly scheduled meetings of the City of Purcell, Purcell Public Works Authority, and Purcell Economic Development Authority for January 9, 2025, were cancelled due to inclement weather. The meetings have been rescheduled for January 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Police Service Building Community Room.

• Meetings cancelled and rescheduled due to weather

Park Board

The Purcell Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including the reallocation of a TSET Incentive Grant to the Tennis Court Lighting Project, selecting officers for the 2025 calendar year, and updates on Purcell Lake Park and the Bike Trail Project. The board will also hear a director’s report and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion and possible action on reallocating TSET Incentive Grant to Tennis Court Lighting Project
• Selection of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for the 2025 calendar year
• Discussion on Purcell Lake Park
• Discussion on the Bike Trail Project
• Discussion on the Town Hall Meeting