Lawton public meetings in 2021
38 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The council is reviewing a proposal to purchase a new Motorola Solutions radio system and a budget transfer of up to $4,000,000 for the project. The agenda also includes discussions on using ARPA funds for employee COVID-19 incentives and new broadband service options.
- $3,965,800.00 purchase of a Motorola Solutions public safety radio system
- Use of ARPA funds for COVID-19 premium pay and $1,000 vaccination incentives
- Transfer of up to $4,000,000.00 from the Capital Improvement Fund to the General Fund
- $90,052 in funding for parking lot improvements at Ned Shepler Park
- Presentation by Bluepeak regarding new cable and broadband internet service
City Council
The City Council will consider a $9,101,411.00 budget appropriation for ARPA-approved expenses and a $1,258,311.00 grant for the Lawton-Ft Sill Regional Airport. The meeting also includes a public hearing on rezoning 1120 SW 38th Street from commercial to industrial use. Additionally, officials will receive a presentation regarding the city's Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
- $9,101,411.00 budget appropriation for ARPA expenses
- $1,258,311.00 Airport Rescue Plan grant for Lawton-Ft Sill Regional Airport
- Rezoning of 1120 SW 38th Street from Commercial to Industrial
- Permit for 8 US Cellular small cell wireless facilities
- Amended lease agreement for the Lawton Farmers Market Institute
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation on the US-62 safety improvements project. The agenda also includes consideration of ordinance changes for the Youth and Family Affairs Committee. Several contracts and donations are proposed for approval.
- Presentation on US-62 (Rogers Lane) safety improvements
- Reimbursement to TDG-BG Lawton, LLC for 1310 SW Rex Madiera Road
- Engineering contract for Cache Road Waterline Replacement Projects
- Ordinance amending Youth and Family Affairs Committee rules
- Contract award for manhole rings and covers to Core and Main, LP
City Council
The City Council will consider several grants for the Lawton Public Library and Police Department. The agenda includes infrastructure projects such as water main replacements and sidewalk construction. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a zoning change on SE Skyline Drive.
- $45,580 ARPA grant for Lawton Public Library upgrades
- $331,500 budget appropriation for a new Solid Waste truck
- Up to $300,000 for emergency water main replacements
- Rezoning of 1810 SE Skyline Drive from A-2 to RE
- $5,000 grant for Lawton Police Department training
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to issue $3,420,000 in General Obligation Bonds and accept American Rescue Plan grant funds. The agenda also includes declaring Aloha Trailer Park a public nuisance and reviewing various utility and construction contracts.
- Issuance of $3,420,000 in General Obligation Bonds
- Acceptance of the HOME-ARP American Rescue Plan Grant
- Declaration of Aloha Trailer Park as a public nuisance
- Approval of murals for Mattie Beal Municipal Pool and Patterson Center
- $5,000 FINRA grant for Lawton Public Library collections
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the Lawton Economic Development Authority to issue up to $27,500,000 in debt to refund existing notes. The council will also receive training regarding federal securities law disclosure responsibilities and liability.
- Resolution authorizing up to $27,500,000 in indebtedness for the Lawton Economic Development Authority
- Refunding of Tax Apportionment Note Series 2019 and Comanche County Industrial Development Authority Note
- Training on federal securities laws and disclosure procedures for council members
City Council
The Council will review a feasibility report for extending Goodyear Boulevard and direct staff to negotiate a construction contract with EST, Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on new regulations for small cell wireless facilities and internal audits of city departments.
- Goodyear Boulevard extension feasibility report and contract negotiation with EST, Inc.
- New ordinance and fees for small cell wireless facilities
- $75,000 for Collier’s Landing boat dock and road/parking lot improvements
- Traffic control measures at SW 27th Street near Cleveland Elementary School
- Internal audits of Parks and Recreation and Public Works departments
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances establishing zoning requirements for medical marijuana growing, processing, and dispensaries. Members will also discuss authorizing collection agencies to recover unpaid utility bills and court fines. Additionally, the council will review a sales tax rebate agreement for the Mathis Center development.
- Ordinance establishing zoning requirements for medical marijuana facilities
- Rezoning of 1925 West Gore Blvd Suite A to C-5 General Commercial District
- Sales tax rebate agreement with Cache Properties LLC for the Mathis Center at 4800 NW Cache Road
- Authorization of collection services and fees up to 35% for unpaid utility bills
- $16,755 budget amendment for the Farmer’s Market parking lot completion
City Council
The Council will consider reorganizing the Emergency Communications Department, including adding a Deputy Director position and adjusting pay. This includes a proposal to appropriate $213,500.00 from the Cellular Phone System Fund for personnel services. The Council will also hold public hearings regarding several dilapidated structures.
- Reorganization of Emergency Communications Department including new positions and schedules
- Appropriation of $213,500.00 from the Cellular Phone System Fund to department personnel services
- Public hearing on declaring structures at 911 SW 37th Street and 4604 SW G Avenue dilapidated
- Public hearing regarding multiple dilapidated properties including locations on NW Andrews Avenue
City Council
The Lawton City Council will review several contract awards, grants, and infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes discussions on updating city code for cybersecurity and closing a portion of the SE Stafford Avenue right-of-way.
- $1,111,111 Airport Improvement Program grant for Lawton-Ft Sill Regional Airport
- Up to $150,000 for electrical improvements at Elmer Thomas Park
- $9,000 Health Literacy grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries
- $10,000 Unite Us Oklahoma grant for the Lawton Public Library
- Ordinance to close a portion of SE Stafford Avenue right-of-way
City Council
The City Council will hear the Mayor’s State of the City Address and review several economic development agreements. The agenda also includes a public hearing for rezoning property on NW Pollard Avenue and budget amendments for fire training and drainage maintenance.
- Rezoning 2107 NW Pollard Avenue from residential to commercial
- Agreement with Floyd & Driver PLLC regarding American Rescue Plan Act funds
- Economic Development Assistance for the Mathis Center at 4800 NW Cache Road
- $10,000 transfer from Solid Waste to Drainage Maintenance overtime
- Contract award for Waterline Fittings and Valves to Core and Main LP
City Council
The Lawton City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including easements for the W. Gore Blvd Reconstruction and a new master plan for recreation areas. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel policy changes regarding vacation hours and a briefing on the America Rescue Plan Act.
- Park improvement equipment purchase up to $104,280
- Contract award to Halff Associates, Inc. for Lakes Lawtonka and Ellsworth Master Plan
- Easements for W. Gore Blvd Reconstruction project
- Amendment to personnel policies regarding vacation hour use and cash-out options
- Approval of damage claims for Helena White and the Shafers
City Council
The council is reviewing several agreements to support local tourism and economic development. The meeting also includes public hearings for federal community plans and discussions regarding city property in the Lake Ellsworth area.
- ARPA grant for Lawton-Ft Sill Regional Airport ($1,258,311.00 and $44,900.00)
- Public hearings for the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and 2021 Annual Action Plan
- Economic Development Assistance application for the Mathis Center at 4800 NW Cache Road
- Construction contract for NW 40th Street and NW 24th Street project
- Discussion of medical marijuana sales tax and sidewalk construction funds
City Council
The Lawton City Council will hold public hearings regarding several properties. The council is considering resolutions to declare these structures dilapidated under the city code and order owners to abate nuisances.
- Resolution to declare structures at 818 NE Carver Avenue and other locations dilapidated
- Resolution to declare structures at 106 NW 14th Street and other locations dilapidated
City Council
The Lawton City Council will consider several budget amendments, including increasing Hotel/Motel revenue projections by $420,000 for economic development. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding zoning changes and new ordinances for refuse collection procedures. Additionally, the council will review schematic designs for the City Hall Renovation Project.
- $420,000 increase in Hotel/Motel revenue projections for economic development
- $23,800 appropriation for Highland Cemetery Arch repairs and gate upgrades
- Rezoning request for 3408 NW Cache Road from C-1 to C-5
- Ordinance requiring refuse loads on city roadways to be secured and covered
- Presentation of schematic designs for the City Hall Renovation Project
City Transit Trust
The City Transit Trust will consider an agreement with Lawton Public Schools to provide transit services for students in grades 6 through 12 and staff. The board will also review funding agreements between the City of Lawton and the Transit Trust for public transit operations. Additionally, a presentation regarding the Transit Master Plan is scheduled.
- Agreement with Lawton Public Schools to provide transit service to students and staff
- Annual Cooperative Agreement and Limited Funding Agreement between the City of Lawton and the Transit Trust
- Presentation from Hendrickson Transportation Group LLC regarding the Transit Master Plan
- Approval of April 27, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The Lawton City Council will consider several service agreements, including funding for senior services and mobile meals. The agenda also includes discussions on recycling services and road repairs near Lake Lawtonka. Additionally, the council will review a damage claim for Chick-Fil-A.
- Zoning change from R-2 to P-F at 516 NW Arlington Avenue
- $48,348.00 agreement with Lawton Mobile Meals, Inc.
- $15,844.00 agreement with Center for Creative Living Corporation
- $5,229.02 damage claim for Chick-Fil-A
- Discussion of recycling services with Recyclopys
City Council
The Lawton City Council will consider entering an executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations with the International Union of Police Associations, Local 24. The discussion covers a contract for fiscal year 2021-2022 and may include multi-year agreements or early signing bonuses.
- Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations between the City of Lawton and IUPA Local 24
Lawton Water Authority
The Lawton Water Authority will consider a resolution to increase rates for water, sewer, refuse, and landfill services. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the February 23, 2021, special meeting.
- Resolution for increases in water, sewer, refuse, and landfill rates
- Approval of minutes from the February 23, 2021, special meeting
City Council
The council will consider several infrastructure and service agreements, including a major wastewater treatment plant improvement project. The agenda also includes proposed rate increases for water, sewer, refuse, and landfill services.
- $4,960,000 contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project #1
- Proposed increases to water, sewer, refuse, and landfill rates
- $328,950 contract for McMahon Auditorium renovation
- $100,042 funding increase for Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce tourism activities
- Rezoning application for a church at 516 NW Arlington Avenue
City Council
The City Council will host a public hearing to collect citizen input regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget. The agenda also includes discussions on COVID-19 protocols for upcoming festivals and potential workforce training agreements.
- Public hearing for the FY 2021-2022 proposed budget
- Zoning change from A-1 to I-1 at 8907 NW Cache Road
- $78,876 grant for boat dock replacement at Collier’s Landing
- Contract award for radar traffic signal detection systems
- Agreement with South-Central Oklahoma Workforce Board for training programs
City Council
The City Council will consider the proposed preliminary operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2022. The council will also hold public hearings to declare various structures as dilapidated and authorize nuisance abatement.
- Public hearing to declare structures at 558 NE Carver Avenue, 1303 SW 3rd Street, and other locations as dilapidated
- Public hearing regarding the declaration of numerous properties across various streets as dilapidated
- Consideration of the FY 2022 proposed operating and capital preliminary budgets
City Council
The City Council will receive a briefing from Halff Associates Inc. and the Parks & Recreation Commissioners regarding the progress of the City’s Parks Master Plan. The council may provide feedback following the update.
- Parks Master Plan progress update by Halff Associates Inc.
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the preliminary operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2022. The council may take action to make amendments to these preliminary budgets for inclusion in the final budget.
- FY 2022 proposed operating and capital preliminary budgets
City Council
The City Council is considering a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2021 budget. The proposal includes increasing Hotel/Motel revenue projections by $166,736.67 and appropriating $100,042 to the Chamber of Commerce account within the Hotel/Motel Fund.
- Resolution to increase FY 20-21 Hotel/Motel revenue projections by $166,736.67
- Appropriation of $100,042 to the Hotel/Motel Fund’s Chamber of Commerce account
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the preliminary operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2022. The council may take action to make amendments to be incorporated into the final budget.
- Consideration of FY 2022 proposed operating and capital preliminary budgets
City Council
The City Council will consider a $100,042 amendment to the Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce agreement to support tourism and economic development. The meeting also includes a presentation on design options for the Goodyear Blvd Extension project and discussions regarding opening municipal wading pools.
- $100,042 funding increase for Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce activities
- Security camera and card reader installation at City Hall and E911 Dispatch Center
- Pavement reconstruction contract for the intersection of Neal Boulevard and Ard Street
- Presentation on design options for the Goodyear Blvd Extension project
- Renewal of Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance contracts for city employees
City Transit Trust
The City Transit Trust will consider a resolution to provide public shuttle services for the 2021 Freedom Festival and International Festival. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding updates to the Lawton Area Transit System (LATS) Title VI Program.
- Approval of February 9, 2021, meeting minutes
- Public hearing for updating the Lawton Area Transit System (LATS) Title VI Program
- Resolution for shuttle services during the Freedom Festival and International Festival
City Council
The City Council will consider a professional services agreement for the design of a Youth Sports and Recreation Facility. Members will also discuss property ownership at Butch Suttle Park and the status of the 2021 Juneteenth Celebration. Additionally, the council will review the FY2020 audit report and approve home sales to the Lawton Housing Authority.
- Agreement with Stantec Architecture Inc. for Youth Sports and Recreation Facility design
- Sale of homes at 1415 SW E Avenue and 1242 SW 25th Place to Lawton Housing Authority
- $1,926.00 grant from Oklahoma Department of Libraries for library equipment
- Rejection of bids for SE 47th Street, Bedford Circle & SW C Ave road project
- Public hearing for the FFY 2020 Annual Action Plan Second Amendment
City Council
The City Council will discuss the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic and consider amending ordinances regarding face coverings. The agenda also includes reviewing new permit rules for movie theaters and updates to landscaping maintenance regulations.
- Amendment of ordinance regarding face covering requirements and sunset provisions
- Approval of a $638,532 award from the Volkswagen Diesel Emissions Environmental Mitigation Trust
- New permit regulations and fees for indoor and drive-in movie theaters
- Contract award for electric services at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Updates to landscaping regulations regarding maintenance and penalties
City Council
The Lawton City Council will consider providing direction to staff regarding two potential new splash pads. The Council also plans to hold public hearings on resolutions to declare several structures dilapidated and order nuisance abatement.
- Direction for two potential new splash pads
- Resolution declaring structures at 818 NE Carver Avenue, 908 SW D Avenue, 916 SW D Avenue, 1416 SW Park Avenue, 2404 SW A Avenue and 2515 SW A Avenue dilapidated
- Resolution declaring structures at 104 NE Arlington, 126 NE Bell Drive, 207 SW Park Avenue, 558 NE Carver Avenue, 806 SW 15th Street, 1301 NW Taft Avenue, 1303 SW 3rd Street, 1414 SW H Avenue, 1614 SW C Avenue, 1760 SW 14th Street, 1804 NW Floyd Avenue, 1906 SW D Avenue, 1907 SW D Avenue, 1921 SW 20th Street, 2009 SW B Avenue, 2015 SW B Avenue, 2101 SW B Avenue, 2103 SW McKinley Avenue and 2714 NW 25th Street dilapidated
City Council
The Lawton City Council will consider a CARES Act grant for the regional airport and new incentives for employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The agenda also includes adopting updated international building, fire, and plumbing codes.
- CARES Act grant of $1,017,805 and $11,225 for Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
- $20,000 Oklahoma Heritage Preservation grant for a digital conversion lab
- Ordinance to adopt updated 2015 International Building, Fire, and Plumbing Codes
- COVID-19 vaccine incentive offering $100 and one paid day off for general employees
- Contract award to Third Generation Electrical, Inc. for Greer Park tennis court lights
Lawton Parking Authority
The Lawton Parking Authority will consider a 25-year lease agreement for the Central Mall Parking Lot with the FIRES Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator Development Trust Authority. The meeting also includes consideration of minutes from a November 26, 2019, special meeting.
- Lease agreement for Central Mall Parking Lot with FIRES Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator Development Trust Authority
- Approval of November 26, 2019, special meeting minutes
Lawton Water Authority
The Lawton Water Authority is considering a resolution to apply for a Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan of up to $47 million. The funds are intended for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements. The board will also consider a resolution regarding the reimbursement of capital expenditures.
- Resolution to apply for a CWSRF loan not exceeding $47 million for wastewater plant improvements
- Approval of meeting minutes from August 25 and September 22, 2020
- Resolution declaring official intent to reimburse certain capital improvement expenditures
City Council
The Council will consider a request for up to $47 million in financial assistance from the OWRB to comply with environmental orders. Other items include a use permit for a medical marijuana facility and an ordinance to create a Youth and Family Affairs Committee.
- Application for up to $47 million from OWRB for DEQ compliance
- Use permit for medical marijuana processing at 2617 NW Cache Road
- Construction plans for sewer and water lines at 4800 and 4902 NW Cache Road
- Ordinance creating the Youth and Family Affairs Committee
- Approval of damage claims including $10,075.52 to T Two Green Properties, LLC
City Council
The Lawton City Council will consider public hearings for a medical marijuana facility and changes to electronic sign size limits near residential areas. The agenda also includes budget amendments for police equipment and the creation of a Race Relations Commission.
- Public hearing for a medical marijuana growing facility at 417 SW 11th Street
- Ordinance to increase electronic message center sign size near residential zones
- $23,676.75 grant for 45 ballistic vests
- Creation of a Race Relations Commission
- Approval of damage claims for Rendell Williams ($1,048.50) and KWS Leasing, LLC ($3,538.67)
City Transit Trust
The City Transit Trust will consider approving the minutes from the October 27, 2020 meeting. The board will also review a resolution regarding Federal Transit Administration certifications and assurances for fiscal year 2021.
- Approval of October 27, 2020, meeting minutes
- Resolution for FTA Master Agreement certifications and assurances for FY 2021
City Council
The City Council will consider a 25-year lease agreement for the Central Mall property with the FIRES Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator Development Trust Authority. The council also plans to hold a public hearing to declare multiple structures dilapidated and authorize nuisance abatement.
- Lease agreement for Central Mall with FIRES Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator Development Trust Authority
- Public hearing regarding declaring various properties dilapidated
- Authorization of summary abatement and legal action for nuisance structures