Okmulgee public meetings in 2025
74 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will vote on several ordinances to authorize the sale of various city-owned lots and properties. The body will also consider a contract for trash abatement and an increase in monthly dispatch service payments.
- Contract for trash abatement for privately owned properties to Nichols Lawn & Trash Service for $43,650.00
- Addendum to Okmulgee County dispatch services contract increasing monthly payment from $12,000.00 to $14,000.00
- Special use request for a communication tower at 1950 N Wood Dr.
- Application to rezone Lots 29-39, Block 1 of Highland Heights Addition from Residential Single-Family to Commercial General
- Multiple special ordinances authorizing the sale of city-owned properties across various addresses
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will consider and vote on several resolutions to amend its FY 2025-2026 budget. The amendments increase expenses and reduce the fund balance to fund airport runway and papi lights, pay a consulting firm for an environmental determination request, and cover engineering services for a DWSRF loan project. The board will also approve a list of claims and receive monthly reports from Public Works, the regional airport, and water treatment facilities.
- Approve claims list and authorize payment (see attached Claims List).
- Approve resolution amending FY 2025-2026 budget for installation of airport runway and papi lights.
- Approve resolution amending FY 2025-2026 budget for payment to Public Finance Law Group for environmental determination request to ODEQ for DWSRF loan.
- Approve resolution amending FY 2025-2026 budget for engineering services for DWSRF loan project.
- Receive monthly reports from Public Works, Okmulgee Regional Airport, and Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two applications. These include a special use request for a communication tower and a request to rezone properties from residential to commercial use.
- Public hearing and vote on special use for a communication tower at 1950 N Wood Dr
- Public hearing and vote to rezone Lots 29-39, Block 1 of Highland Heights from Residential Single Family (RS-1) to Commercial General (CG)
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will consider and vote on a memorandum of understanding with the Muscogee (Creek) Nation to place tribal road sections within city limits on the Nation’s transportation inventory. Council members will also vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 12.04 of the municipal code, repealing conflicting ordinances and declaring an emergency. Additionally, the council will approve receipt of a $10,790.74 return from the Loss Fund for the 2022-2023 workers’ compensation plan year.
- Approve memorandum of Understanding with Muscogee (Creek) Nation for tribal roadways in city limits
- Approve ordinance amending Chapter 12.04 of the Municipal Code, repealing contrary ordinances and declaring an emergency
- Approve receipt of $10,790.74 return from the Loss Fund (Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group) for 2022-2023 workers’ compensation
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will consider and vote on a memorandum of understanding with the Muscogee (Creek) Nation to place tribal road sections within city limits on the Nation’s Transportation Facility Inventory. The council will also vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 12.04 of the municipal code and declaring an emergency, and on receiving a $10,790.74 return from the Loss Fund for the 2022‑2023 workers’ compensation plan. Additional routine items include approving the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes and authorizing payment of pending claims.
- Approve MOU with Muscogee (Creek) Nation for tribal roadways in city limits
- Approve ordinance amending Chapter 12.04 of the municipal code and declaring an emergency
- Approve receipt of $10,790.74 from the Loss Fund for the 2022‑2023 Workers’ Compensation Plan
- Approve minutes from the October 21, 2025 regular session
- Approve claims and authorize payment
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will consider and vote on payment of listed claims. It will acknowledge receipt of three permits for water and sewer infrastructure projects in Okmulgee County. The board will vote to approve a memorandum of understanding with the Muscogee (Creek) Nation for tribal roadway sections within city limits. It will also adopt resolutions to amend the FY 2025-2026 budget for wastewater testing and additional water meter purchases.
- Acknowledge receipt of Permit No. SL000056250844 for a 204 GPM lift station and related sewer lines serving the College of the Muscogee Nation North Prairie Infrastructure
- Acknowledge receipt of Permit No. WL000056250974 for 1,125 ft of 8" potable water lines serving the South Side Water Line
- Acknowledge receipt of Permit No. WL000056250948 for 3,475 ft of 24" potable water lines serving the 24" Transmission Line, SH‑56
- Approve a memorandum of understanding with the Muscogee (Creek) Nation to place tribal roadways within Okmulgee city limits
- Approve purchase of a 2026 Ford Explorer AWD from Joe Cooper Ford for $40,500, waiving competitive bidding
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The City of Okmulgee Community Trust will meet to review minutes from the October 21, 2025, session and vote on the approval of claims.
- Approval of October 21, 2025, regular session minutes
- Vote to authorize payment of claims
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will consider approving the minutes from the October 21, 2025 regular session and will vote to approve and authorize payment of listed claims. The meeting will also include standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.
- Approve October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approve and authorize payment of claims listed on the attached Claims List
Library Board
The Okmulgee Public Library Board will meet on Monday, October 27, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at the library located at 218 S. Okmulgee Avenue. The agenda includes a discussion and vote on a revised long‑range plan and a report from the librarian. Routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment are also scheduled.
- Discuss and vote on revised long‑range plan
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $485,079.50 Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics grant to rehabilitate runway 18/36 lighting at the Okmulgee Regional Airport. Other items include a $10,000 Justice Assistance Grant for local law enforcement, resolutions to hold elections for Ward One and Ward Two council seats, and several rezoning applications for parcels described in the agenda. The council will also vote on a food‑truck ordinance amendment, a surplus‑property sale, participation in Purdue and secondary‑manufacturer opioid settlement settlements, and will hold an executive‑session discussion of a pending litigation matter.
- Approve $485,079.50 ODAA grant to fund “Rehabilitate Runway 18/36 Lighting” at Okmulgee Regional Airport (State Project # OKM-26‑S).
- Approve up to $10,000 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG‑LLE) for local law enforcement, authorizing the Mayor to execute documents.
- Approve resolutions calling for elections for Councilmembers in Ward One and Ward Two.
- Approve rezoning applications for a tract in Government Lot 4, Section 4 (changing from residential single‑family to commercial general) and for a parcel at 700 W 9th (changing from heavy industrial to residential multi‑family).
- Approve ordinance amending municipal code §§5.36.010‑5.36.050 to allow food trucks, set registration and license fees, and declare an emergency.
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will vote on a resolution to accept a $485,079.50 grant from the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics for rehabilitating runway 19/36 lighting at Okmulgee Regional Airport. It will also select Olsson as the preferred engineer for bridge inspections and approve contracts with Parkhill and Williams Electric Clinton LLC for runway lighting construction. Claims will be reviewed and approved for payment.
- Resolution to accept $485,079.50 ODAA grant for runway 19/36 lighting rehab (State Project # OKM-26-S)
- Selection of Olsson as preferred engineering firm for bridge inspection services
- Approval of Task Order No. 7 with Parkhill for construction‑phase runway lighting services
- Award of bid to Williams Electric Clinton LLC for runway 18/36 lighting work
- Consideration and approval of pending claims for payment
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The City of Okmulgee Community Trust will meet to review meeting minutes and consider the approval of claims for payment.
- Approval of September 16, 2025, regular session minutes
- Consideration and vote to authorize payment of claims
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will consider and vote to approve the minutes from its September 16, 2025 regular session. It will also consider and vote to approve the September 16, 2025 claims list and authorize payment of those claims. No other matters are on the agenda.
- Approve minutes of the September 16, 2025 regular session
- Approve the September 16, 2025 claims list
- Authorize payment of approved claims
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Okmulgee Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an application to rezone a property at 700 W 9th St from Heavy Industrial (IH) to Residential Multi‑family (RMF). After the hearing, the commission will consider and vote to approve, approve with modification, or disapprove the rezoning and a special‑use permit for Intensive Commercial Recreation facilities on the same site. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the September 8, 2025 commission meeting.
- Public hearing on rezoning from Heavy Industrial (IH) to Residential Multi‑family (RMF) for the property at 700 W 9th St (Section 7, Township 13E, Range 13 N)
- Consideration and vote on approval, modification, or disapproval of the rezoning application
- Consideration of a special‑use permit for Intensive Commercial Recreation facilities on the same property
- Approval of minutes from the September 8, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
City Council
The City Council will discuss funding for a downtown archway and a corresponding budget amendment. The body is also voting on the acquisition of 55 properties from the county and the purchase of a police vehicle.
- Funding assistance up to $147,000.00 for the East 6th Street archway project
- Acceptance of a deed transferring 55 properties from the Board of County Commissioners
- Purchase of one Ford Explorer Police Vehicle from Joe Cooper Ford of Yukon, LLC for $45,800.00
- Ordinance to close a portion of the right of way (alley south of Lots 1-4, North of Lots 5-8, Block 8)
- Special use permit for commercial intensive recreational use on Government Lot 4, Section 4
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will vote on several resolutions, including a budget amendment that increases expenses by $470,000 and decreases the fund balance by the same amount to cover monthly payments for the 2025 FAP Water Line Replacement Project. Additional items include a budget amendment adding $500,000 in revenue and $500,000 in expenses for payments to Holloway, Updike, and Bellen and construction, ratifying an FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant for terminal design, and declaring two dump trucks as surplus property for sale.
- Resolution to increase expenses $470,000 and decrease fund balance $470,000 for the 2025 FAP Water Line Replacement Project
- Resolution to increase revenues $500,000 and expenses $500,000 for payments to Holloway, Updike, Bellen and construction
- Resolution ratifying FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG 3-40-0074-032-2025) for design of a new terminal at Okmulgee Regional Airport
- Resolution declaring a 2000 International 4700 Dump Truck surplus property
- Resolution declaring a 2001 International 4300 Dump Truck surplus property
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will vote to approve the minutes of its July 15, 2025 regular session. It will consider and vote to approve the claims list dated August 15, 2025 and authorize payment of those claims. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Approve minutes of July 15, 2025 regular session
- Approve claims list dated August 15, 2025 and authorize payment
- Adjourn meeting
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Okmulgee Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and vote on a rezoning application for three adjacent residential lots to Commercial General (CG) zoning with a special use for Intensive Commercial Recreation facilities. The meeting takes place at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 111 East Fourth Street.
- Public hearing on rezoning three tracts from Residential Single Family (RS-2) to Commercial General (CG) with special use for Intensive Commercial Recreation
- Vote to approve, approve with modification, or disapprove the rezoning application for the three described properties
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will vote on increasing camping and boat ramp fees and awarding a demolition contract for 12 properties. The body will also discuss a $275,000 ambulance purchase and a $125,000 matching grant for a sign over 6th Street.
- Increase camping fees by $2.00 for RV, Full Hookup, Primitive, and Group sites
- Increase boat ramp use fee by $3.00 to a total of $5.00
- Award Contract No. 7-25 for demolition of 12 properties to K & T Trucking & Site Clearing, Inc.
- Authorize purchase of a 2025 E-350 ambulance not to exceed $275,000.00
- Pledge funds for a $125,000.00 matching construction grant for a sign over 6th Street
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will vote on several fee increases for camping and boat launching. The body is also deciding on a demolition contract for 12 dilapidated properties and a collective bargaining agreement for firefighters.
- Contract No. 7-25 for demolition and site clearance of 12 privately owned properties awarded to K & T Trucking & Site Clearing, Inc.
- Purchase of a 2025 E-350 ambulance not to exceed $275,000.00
- Request to pledge funds for a $125,000.00 matching construction grant for a sign over 6th Street
- Ordinances to increase camping fees by $2.00 and boat launching fees by $3.00
- Appeals of administrative orders for properties at 402 N Sherman, 312 N Bryan, and 315 N Bryan
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will vote on routine items including approving claims, purchasing replacement dumpsters for over $35,000, and declaring a 2005 sanitation truck surplus for sale. The meeting will also consider a water line extension, a Muscogee (Creek) Nation roadway agreement, and monthly reports from public works and utilities.
- Approve $35,000+ dumpster purchase from Wastequip Manufacturing, LLC and/or Roll-Offs of America
- Declare 2005 Sterling Aceterra Sanitation Truck surplus and authorize sale
- Approve 421 linear feet of 6-inch PVC water line to Deep Fork Community Action Foundation at 8th Street and S. Oklahoma Ave.
- Approve MOU with Muscogee (Creek) Nation for 0.42-mile Fairgrounds Road reconstruction (Route 146J)
- Approve claims list and authorize payment
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and claims, and to vote on a contract with the Okmulgee Area Development Corporation for a full-time economic development director.
- Approve minutes from July 15, 2025
- Authorize payment of claims
- Contract with Okmulgee Area Development Corporation for $52,000
- Authorize execution of contract documents
- Meeting at City Hall, 111 East Fourth Street
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning application. The request seeks to change three tracts of land in Government Lot 4, Section 4 from Residential Single Family (RS-2) to Commercial General (CG).
- Public hearing for rezoning from Residential Single Family (RS-2) to Commercial General (CG) for three tracts of land in Government Lot 4, Section 4
- Request for special use for Intensive Commercial Recreation facilities on the same three tracts
City Council
The City Council will meet for a special session on August 4, 2025. The agenda consists of a workshop and procedural items.
- Workshop
Library Board
The Okmulgee Public Library Board will meet to review the librarian's report and discuss updates to library conduct and meeting room policies.
- Discussion of new library conduct policies
- Discussion of new meeting room policies
- Librarian's report
City Council
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will meet in a special session to consider the purchase of three Peterbilt trucks. These vehicles are intended for the Street and Water/Sewer departments.
- Purchase of Peterbilt 548 Truck for Street Department: $193,750.00
- Purchase of Peterbilt 536 Truck for Water/Sewer Department: $166,524.00
- Purchase of Peterbilt 536 Truck for Street Department: $166,524.00
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council is meeting in a special session to consider the purchase of a new fire rescue pumper. The council will also discuss adjustments to the FY 2025-2026 annual budget.
- Purchase of a 2025 E-One Rescue Pumper from Banner Fire Equipment, Inc. for $671,327.50
- Proposal to waive competitive bidding for the rescue pumper
- Financing options from Mabrey Bank (5.750% interest) or Welch State Bank (5.56% to 5.91% interest)
- Resolution to amend the FY 2025-2026 annual budget by increasing expenses and decreasing the General Fund Balance
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The City of Okmulgee Community Trust will meet to consider a contract increase for Rosten Construction. The body will also vote on approving minutes from previous June sessions and authorize payment of claims.
- Change Order No. 3 for Rosten Construction: $22,248 increase for Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground Project (total contract $332,006.00)
- Approval of June 5, 2025 special session minutes
- Approval of June 17, 2025 regular session minutes
- Authorization of payment for claims
City Council
The City Council will vote on several service agreements, including youth substance use prevention and public transportation. The body will also consider a rezoning request for properties in Block 8 of the original township and a contract increase for the Lake Blackjack Campground Project.
- Funding of $37,371.57 for youth substance use prevention via CREOKS Mental Health Services, Inc.
- Agreement for public transportation services from KI BOIS Community Action Foundation, Inc. for $15,000.00
- Change Order No.3 for Rosten Construction increasing the Lake Blackjack Campground Project by $22,248.00
- Rezoning of properties in Block 8 of the original township from Residential Single-Family to Commercial General
- Lease agreement with Community Action Resource & Development for the Senior Nutrition Center at 1021 N Seminole for $150.00 per month
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Authority is voting on several vehicle purchases and engineering agreements for water line replacements. The body will also consider contracts for road materials and water treatment chemicals for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
- Purchase of a refuse packer for $375,000.00 and three dump trucks totaling $526,798.00
- Engineering agreements with Holloway, Updike and Bellen (HUB) for $28,500.00 and $30,000.00
- Purchase of stone, gravel, and asphalt each exceeding $35,000.00
- MOU with Muscogee (Creek) Nation for improvements to the 1400 Block of North Griffin
- Resolution to amend the FY2025-2026 annual budget
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will consider a contract agreement with the Okmulgee Area Development Corporation to fund an Economic Development Director for FY 25/26. The body will also vote on approving claims and minutes from previous June sessions.
- Contract Agreement with Okmulgee Area Development Corporation (OADC) for $52,000 to fund an Economic Development Director for FY 25/26
- Approval of June 5, 2025 special session minutes
- Approval of June 17, 2025 regular session minutes
- Approval and authorization of payment for claims
Historic Preservation
The Okmulgee Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a certificate of appropriateness for a property. The body will decide whether to approve, modify, or disapprove the addition of signs to the East and South sides of the building.
- Public hearing for certificate of appropriateness for signage at 813 E 6th St
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two rezoning requests from residential to commercial use. The body will also consider changes to the municipal code regarding mobile home and manufactured housing.
- Rezoning from RS-2 to Commercial General and special use for equipment warehousing at Block 8 of the Original Township
- Rezoning from RS-2 to Commercial General and special use for Intensive Commercial Recreation facilities at Government Lot 4, Section 4
- Proposed changes to Okmulgee Municipal Code sections 17.04.020 and 17.04.040 regarding mobile home/manufactured housing
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The City of Okmulgee Community Trust will consider adopting the budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also review a contract time extension for a campground project.
- Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
- Work Change Directive No. 2 with Rosten Construction for the Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground Project to increase contract days by 7
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will meet to consider adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. The body will also vote on approving claims and the minutes from the May 20, 2025, meeting.
- Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the FY 2025-2026 budget for the city and several trust authorities. The body will also discuss a police union agreement and a potential ambulance purchase.
- FY 2025-2026 Budget for City of Okmulgee, Municipal Authority, Economic Development Authority, and Community Trust
- Collective Bargaining Agreement for FY 2025-2026 with Fraternal Order of Police
- Purchase of a 2025 Ford E-350 ambulance not to exceed $250,000.00
- Work Change Directive No. 2 with Rosten Construction for Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground Project (7-day increase)
- Resolution to declare personal property as surplus for sale, transfer, and disposition
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will consider adopting the budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The body will also discuss amending the FY 2024-2025 budget to increase revenue estimates.
- Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
- Budget amendment to increase Water Revenue by $630,000.00
- Budget amendment to increase Landfill Revenue by $400,000.00
- Budget amendment to increase Refuse Revenue by $200,000.00
- Budget amendment to increase Sale of Equipment revenue by $120,000.00
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will hold a regular session to consider and vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and amending the current year’s budget. Members will also review monthly reports from Public Works, the Okmulgee Regional Airport, and the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants. No new business beyond routine approvals is listed.
- Approve FY2025-26 budget for Okmulgee Municipal Authority
- Amend FY2024-25 budget by increasing revenues
- Purchase new tracks for John Deere 850L from Yellow House Machinery for over $35,000 and waive competitive bidding
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The City of Okmulgee Community Trust will hold a special session to conduct a public hearing. The body will discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
- Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority is holding a special session to conduct a public hearing. The meeting focuses on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
- Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the General Fund, Municipal Authority, Economic Development Authority, and Community Trust. The body will also consider a promissory note for water and wastewater system improvements.
- Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed budget
- Promissory note to Oklahoma Water Resources Board not to exceed $10,760,000.00 for water and wastewater improvements
- Use of $4,424.27 in escrow funds to reduce workers’ compensation premiums
- Appointment of a new City Treasurer
- Ratification of a sales tax agreement and lease agreement with the Okmulgee Municipal Authority
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed budget. The body will also consider two separate loans from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to fund water and wastewater system improvements, including water line replacement.
- Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget
- Proposed loan from Oklahoma Water Resources Board not to exceed $10,760,000
- Proposed Drinking Water SRF Loan not to exceed $4,000,000
- Authorization of professional services agreements with The Public Finance Law Group PLLC, Lou Ann Moudy, Esq., and Municipal Finance Services, Inc.
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will meet in a special session to receive a presentation from representatives of The Public Finance Law Group.
- Presentation from The Public Finance Law Group
Board of Adjustments
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for an off-premise ground sign. The board will vote on whether to approve, modify, or disapprove the application.
- Public hearing for variance to 17.11.240.C.8 regarding 500' separation for off-premise ground signs at 911 S Wood Dr
City Council
The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct a budget workshop. No other business items are listed for this meeting.
- Budget workshop
Historic Preservation
The Okmulgee Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special session to decide on a certificate of appropriateness for adding signage to a property at 112 N Grand St. The meeting will also discuss historic district palettes and guidelines from other areas.
- Public hearing on signage application for 112 N Grand St
- Vote on certificate of appropriateness for signage at 112 N Grand St
- Discussion of historic district palettes and guidelines
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes from its April 15, 2025 session and authorize payment of claims. The body will also ratify a quit claim deed transferring a 0.04-acre strip of land to the City of Okmulgee for a previously approved sale to Cleveland Petroleum Products, Inc.
- Approve minutes from April 15, 2025 regular session
- Authorize payment of claims list (attached)
- Ratify quit claim deed for 0.04-acre land strip to City of Okmulgee (previously approved sale to Cleveland Petroleum Products, Inc.)
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will discuss rezoning properties in the Lake Park Addition to Commercial General and a special use permit for intensive recreational use. The body will also vote on a contract increase for the Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground Project.
- Work Change Directive No. 1 with Rosten Construction for Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground Project ($5,000 increase; total cost $309,758.00)
- Rezoning of Lake Park Addition properties from Residential Single-Family and Office to Commercial General (CG)
- Special use permit for commercial intensive recreational use in the Lake Park Addition
- Reappointment of Jan Colombin and Patrick Moore to the Historic Preservation Commission
- Reappointment of Charles Braiser and appointment of Terry Bemis to the Board of Adjustment
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will consider acknowledging a construction permit for a flow equalization basin expansion. The body will also review the annual red flag program report and receive monthly departmental updates.
- Permit No. ST000056250153 for construction of one additional 15.25 MG flow equalization basin
- Annual report on the red flag program
- Public Works monthly report
- Okmulgee Regional Airport monthly report
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant monthly reports
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The City of Okmulgee Community Trust will meet to discuss a work change directive for the Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground Project. The proposal involves lowering a water line to allow for the construction of RV Site 1.
- Work Change Directive No. 1 with Rosten Construction for $5,000.00
- Increase of 6 contract days for Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground Project
- Total construction cost for campground project: $309,758.00
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on an application to rezone portions of the Greenwood Lake property (Lake Park Addition) from Residential Single Family (RS-2) and Office (O) to allow Intensive Commercial Recreation facilities. The commission will also hear presentations on approved lot splits and findings about vacant land on the northeast side of Okmulgee.
- Public hearing and vote on rezoning and special use for Intensive Commercial Recreation at Lots 15-21, Block 6, Lake Park Addition (Greenwood Lake property)
- Approval of minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting
- Presentation of approved lot splits
- Presentation of findings related to vacant land on the northeast side of Okmulgee
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will hold a special session on May 5, 2025 to vote on three items: approving Amendment No. 2 to the City Manager Employment Agreement setting the annual salary at $115,500; authorizing the sale of three surplus sanitation trucks to American Waste Control, Inc. for $120,000; and ratifying Amendment No. 1 to the Curbside Polycart Trash Service contract to lock in current landfill rates through October 2026.
- Amendment No. 2 to the City Manager Employment Agreement increasing salary to $115,500
- Sale of three Freightliner sanitation trucks (2012, 2016, 2020) to American Waste Control for $120,000
- Amendment No. 1 to the Curbside Polycart Trash Service contract freezing landfill rates until Oct 7, 2026
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will hold a special session to consider rejecting all bids for the Airport Water Service Improvements project after the low bid ($206,935) came in roughly double the engineer's estimate. They will also vote on selling three sanitation trucks to American Waste Control for $120,000 and on an amendment to the curbside trash service contract that locks the landfill rate through October 2026. Additionally, the board will approve a list of claims totaling $48,654.52 for a sanitation truck loan payoff.
- Reject all bids for Airport Water Service Improvements (lift station, 2" force main, 2" water line) and authorize rebidding after engineer review
- Sell three sanitation trucks (2012, 2016, 2020 Freightliners) to American Waste Control for $120,000
- Approve Amendment No. 1 to curbside polycart trash service contract, ratifying amounts and fixing the landfill hauler rate through October 7, 2026
- Approve claims/invoices including $48,654.52 for Arvest Equipment Finance sanitation truck loan payoff
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Okmulgee Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a certificate of appropriateness application to add signage on the east side of the building at 112 N Grand Street. The commission will also discuss palettes and guidelines from other districts.
- Public hearing for certificate of appropriateness for signage at 112 N Grand St (Lots 1-3 & E 12.5' Lot 4, Block 81)
- Consider and vote to approve, approve with modification, or disapprove the sign application
- Discussion of palettes and guidelines from other historic districts
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The City of Okmulgee Community Trust will hold a regular session to approve the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting and to authorize payment of claims. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed on the agenda.
- Consider and vote to approve March 18, 2025 regular session minutes
- Consider and vote to approve and authorize payment of claims (see attached list)
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will consider and vote on ratifying a quit claim deed conveying a five-foot strip of land to LaFerry's Propane, now Cleveland Petroleum Products, Inc. The board will also approve minutes from March 18, 2025, and authorize payment of claims. The deed is the final step to complete the previously approved sale of real property.
- Consider and vote to ratify a quit claim deed conveying a 0.04-acre strip along North Wood Drive to Cleveland Petroleum Products, Inc.
- Approve minutes of the March 18, 2025 regular session
- Approve and authorize payment of claims (claims list attached to City Council meeting)
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will vote on multiple ordinances and resolutions, including amendments to the budget, limits on the city manager's authority to approve claims, new landfill fees, and water service charges. They will also consider adjusting water rates to $30 per 1,000 gallons for rural water districts, awarding a $255,800 design contract for a terminal building, and approving a mowing contract. The meeting includes electing a vice-mayor, approving retirement benefits, and discussing a pending lawsuit in executive session.
- Vote on ordinance limiting city manager's authority to approve claims
- Vote on ordinance setting landfill fees
- Vote on ordinance amending water service charges and adjusting water rates to $30/1,000 gallons for rural water districts effective July 1, 2025
- Consider and vote on Task Order No. 6 with Parkhill for terminal building engineering design services not to exceed $255,800
- Award contract to Nichols Lawn & Trash Service for mowing, clearing, and cleaning of privately owned lots identified for abatement
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will vote on a budget amendment, a task order with Parkhill for terminal building design services at the airport, water rate adjustments for rural districts, and a pump repair contract. The task order costs up to $255,800 for engineering and grant administration. Water rates would increase by $0.30 per 1,000 gallons for non-city entities starting July 1, 2025.
- Task Order No. 6 with Parkhill for constructing terminal building, not to exceed $255,800
- Resolution amending FY 2024-2025 budget to increase revenues and expenses in the Municipal Authority
- Adjust water rates for rural water districts, water corporations, and public trusts by $0.30/1000 gallons
- Quote from Interstate Electric Corp. for repairs to 200HP vertical turbine pump at water treatment plant, over $25,000, with bidding waived
Historic Preservation
The Okmulgee Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a certificate of appropriateness for new signage at 200 E 6th (property described as N 104' of Lots 9-12, Block 91). Commissioners will also discuss possible changes to the NE corner of Severs and E 6th. The meeting includes approval of minutes from October 29, 2024.
- Public hearing for certificate of appropriateness for new signage at 200 E 6th
- Vote to approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove the signage application
- Discussion of possible changes to NE corner of Severs and E 6th
- Approval of October 29, 2024 meeting minutes
Airport Board
The Okmulgee Airport Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to approve minutes from the April 24, 2023 regular meeting, receive an update on airport operations, and discuss a possible airport party hosted by Johnny Oglesby.
- Approve minutes of the April 24, 2023 regular meeting
- Update on airport operations
- Discuss possible airport party hosted by Johnny Oglesby
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss the transfer of a small strip of land to the City of Okmulgee. This action is intended to correct a five-foot discrepancy in a previous property sale to Cleveland Petroleum Products, Inc. (formerly LaFerry’s Propane).
- Proposed Quit Claim Deed for 1,887.8 square feet (0.04 acres) of land to the City of Okmulgee
- Correction of a property boundary discrepancy related to a sale to Cleveland Petroleum Products, Inc.
- Approval of February 18, 2025, regular session minutes
- Authorization of payment for claims
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will vote on a resolution to compile a municipal code supplement, approve guidelines for an Okmulgee Firm Incentive Program, and convey a 1.51-acre property via quit claim deed to the Okmulgee Economic Development Authority. They will also consider a $2,000 funding request for the Trap-Neuter-Return program and go into executive session to discuss a pending lawsuit (Latrecia Williams v. City) and union negotiations with IAFF 2839 and FOP Lodge 96. Monthly departmental reports are included as information items.
- Resolution to notify public of compilation of supplement to Okmulgee Municipal Code 2024A
- Approval of Okmulgee Firm Incentive Program Guidelines
- Quit claim deed conveying 1.51-acre tract (part of SW/4NW/4, Sec 29, T14N, R13E) along US-75 to Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
- Funding request of $2,000 from Okmulgee County Humane Society for Trap-Neuter-Return program for animals within city limits
- Executive session for confidential communications on Latrecia Williams v. City and negotiations with IAFF 2839 and FOP Lodge 96
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will consider a resolution to amend the FY 2024-2025 budget by increasing expenses by $307,357.46 and decreasing fund balance, covering airport utility work, wastewater treatment permit costs, and a vendor contract for polycart service. Also scheduled is an annual update on the ODEQ Stormwater Permit OKR04. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and claims, and monthly reports from Public Works, Airport, and Water/Wastewater plants.
- Resolution to amend budget: increase expenses $100,000 for Airport Project-TIF, $7,357.46 for CWSRF-WWTP permit, and $200,000 for Vendor Contract (polycart sanitation), decreasing fund balance by $307,357.46
- Annual update on the ODEQ Stormwater Permit OKR04 for the City of Okmulgee
- Monthly reports: Public Works (including snow removal, water main repairs, sanitation), Okmulgee Regional Airport (fuel sales, operations), and Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants (flows, testing, water loss at 36%)
- Approval of minutes from February 18, 2025 regular session
- Claims list approval and authorization of payment
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The Okmulgee Community Trust meets to vote on routine procedural items. The board will consider approving the minutes from its February 18, 2025 regular session. It will also consider and vote to authorize payment of claims as listed on the attached claims sheet. No other business is on the agenda.
- Approval of February 18, 2025 regular session minutes
- Authorization of payment for claims (see attached claims list)
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The Okmulgee Community Trust will consider awarding a $304,758 construction contract for the Blackjack Campground at Okmulgee Lake to Rosten Construction, after the lowest bidder was deemed non-responsive. They will also vote to approve minutes from the January 21 regular session.
- Award bid for Okmulgee Lake Blackjack Campground to Rosten Construction for $304,758.00
- Lowest bidder Southstone Construction disqualified for incomplete submission and added conditions
- Approval of minutes from January 21, 2025 regular meeting
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will hold a regular session to approve minutes from its January 21 regular and January 28 special meetings, and to authorize payment of claims. No new proposals, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting is procedural.
- Approve minutes of January 21, 2025 regular session
- Approve minutes of January 28, 2025 special session
- Consider and authorize payment of claims from attached Claims List
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will consider a Memorandum of Agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality to replace four diesel trucks. The body will also discuss amendments to hangar construction specifications and lease agreements at the Okmulgee Regional Airport.
- Proposed $813,126.40 ODEQ On-Road2 Program grant to replace four diesel trucks
- Amendment No. 1 to Okmulgee Regional Airport Private Hangar Construction specifications
- Amendment No. 1 to Okmulgee Regional Airport Private Hangar Lease Agreement
- Review of monthly reports from Public Works, Okmulgee Regional Airport, and Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will vote on approval of minutes, claims, and several contracts including a permanent easement to Public Service Company of Oklahoma, a bid award for the Blackjack Campground ($304,758), and a DEQ grant agreement ($813,126). They will also discuss possible film incentive program guidelines. Department reports will be presented.
- Acceptance of FY2023-2024 audit report
- Permanent easement to Public Service Company of Oklahoma (legal description provided)
- Bid award to Rosten Construction for Blackjack Campground ($304,758)
- Memorandum of Agreement with Oklahoma DEQ On-Road2 Program ($813,126.40)
- Discussion on Okmulgee Film Incentive Program Guidelines
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will consider and vote on a second Economic Development Agreement with Covington Aircraft Engines, Inc., replacing the 2019 original. The revised agreement removes some original terms and modifies completion dates to give the company more time to start and finish construction of its world headquarters.
- Consider and vote to approve Second Economic Development Agreement with Covington Aircraft Engines, Inc.
- Agreement replaces the original June 25, 2019 EDA
- Modified completion dates extended for Covington's world headquarters construction
- Agreement requires approval by both OEDA Trustees and City Council
City Council
The Okmulgee City Council will hold a special session to consider and vote on a Second Economic Development Agreement with Covington Aircraft Engines, Inc. The agreement replaces a 2019 deal, extends completion deadlines for a corporate headquarters and related airport development, and modifies scope by dropping some original phases. Staff recommends approval.
- Second Economic Development Agreement with Covington Aircraft Engines replaces the June 25, 2019 agreement
- Project includes construction of a 16,000 sq ft corporate headquarters (Phase I) and lease adjustments for airport parcels
- Covington expects to invest $10–12 million and create 75 jobs with average annual wages of $38,000
- Phase I deadlines: final site plan by June 30, 2025; construction start by September 30, 2025; substantial completion by December 31, 2026
- City and OEDA waive remedies under original agreement; reverter provisions on deeded property remain in effect
Okmulgee Economic Development Authority
The Okmulgee Economic Development Authority will meet to conduct routine business. The body will consider approving minutes from the December 17, 2024, meeting and vote on a claims list for payment.
- Approval of December 17, 2024, regular session minutes
- Vote to authorize payment of claims
Okmulgee Municipal Authority
The Okmulgee Municipal Authority will vote on a resolution to amend the FY 2024-2025 budget by increasing expenses and decreasing fund balance by $41,500 to fund design work for Runway 18/36 lighting rehabilitation. They also will consider a task order with Parkhill for engineering design services not to exceed $41,500. Additionally, the board may enter executive session to discuss economic development, including utility infrastructure using TIF funds, with a subsequent open-session vote to authorize the City Manager.
- Resolution to amend budget: increase Airport Grant expense by $41,500 and decrease fund balance by same amount
- Task Order No. 5 with Parkhill for engineering design of Runway 18/36 lighting rehabilitation, $41,500
- Executive session for confidential economic development discussions (property, financing, business retention)
- Potential open-session vote to authorize City Manager to extend utilities using TIF funds
- Approval of claims list and December 17, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will vote on amending the FY 2024-2025 General Fund budget and adopting the 2023 National Electrical Code. The body will also consider contracts for airport lighting and fire department vehicle repairs.
- Budget resolution to increase revenues and expenses in the General Fund
- Contract with Parkhill for Runway 18/36 lighting rehabilitation not to exceed $41,500.00
- Quote from Myder Fire Support Services for ladder truck repairs not to exceed $70,000.00
- Ordinance to declare three Freightliner sanitation trucks as surplus
- Adoption of the 2023 National Electrical Code
City of Okmulgee Community Trust
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will consider and vote to approve the minutes from the December 17, 2024, regular session.
- Approval of December 17, 2024, regular session minutes