Meeting Summary
The Bartlesville City Council held its regular meeting on August 4th, addressing several key issues. The council approved bids for health insurance adjustments and asphalt street rehabilitation projects. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a presentation of the community-wide survey results, offering insights into resident satisfaction and areas for improvement.
Key Decisions & Votes
Health Insurance Budget Adjustment
00:26:50The council approved a budget resolution for fiscal year 2025 to address unexpected increases in drug costs, particularly related to GLP1 medications, for the city's self-funded health insurance plan.
Airport Hanger Construction Bid
00:30:00A bid was approved for the construction of a new airport hanger, which will accommodate larger aircraft and support the growing aviation industry in Bartlesville, partially funded by the ODAA.
2023 Geo Bond Asphalt Street Rehabilitation
00:35:00The council awarded a bid to Brent Bell Construction for asphalt street rehabilitation projects on 12 different streets, managing a slight budget overrun with funds from another project.
Collective Bargaining Agreement with FOP
00:54:00The collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) was approved, following collaborative negotiations between command staff and the FOP.
Financial Matters
Health Insurance Budget Adjustment
Budget resolution for fiscal year 2025 to cover increased drug costs, particularly for GLP1 medications, impacting the city's self-funded health insurance.
2023 Geo Bond Asphalt Street Rehabilitation
Awarding of bid to Brent Bell Construction for asphalt street rehabilitation projects, with a slight budget increase managed by reallocating funds.
Public Comments
Public comments raised concerns about transparency and accountability in city contracts, particularly regarding the airport hanger lease and consulting agreements. Other comments addressed the language used in city resolutions, the condition of a specific property, and support for the Bartlesville Development Authority (BDA). There was also a request for public access to survey results and collective bargaining agreement details.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Future options to curb health insurance drug costs
- Completion of pavement preservation project phases 3 and 4
- New protocols for water sample stations following E. coli incident
- Discussions regarding the Frank Phillips pavement preservation project
Announcements
- One opening on the Bartlesville Area History Museum Trust Authority
- One opening on the Bartlesville Library Trust Authority
- Two openings on the White Rose Cemetery Board
- Update on pavement preservation project, including upcoming 12-hour lane closures and trash collection changes
- Update on E. coli incident, confirming contamination was isolated to a sample station and new protocols are being developed
- Update on Mr. Blackwood's property, with plans for voluntary demolition or potential sale and exterior code compliance
Agenda Summary
Roll Call and Establishment of Forum
Confirmation of council members present to establish a quorum.
Invocation by Errol Hatta of the Lighthouse Ministry
An opening prayer for the meeting.
Public Comments on Agenda Items
Opportunity for citizens to comment on items listed on the agenda.
City Council Announcements and Proclamations
Announcements or proclamations from the City Council.
Authorities, Boards, Commissions and Committees
Discussion of openings on various city authorities, boards, commissions, and committees.
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items as a single block, with some items pulled for separate discussion.
7C1: Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2025
Approval of a budget resolution to adjust for increased health insurance drug costs.
7D12: Bid for Airport Hanger Construction
Awarding of a bid for the construction of a new airport hanger.
7G: Receipt of Financials
Receipt of financial reports.
Award Bid Number 2025-2026-006 for 2023 Geo Bond Asphalt Street Rehabilitation
Awarding of a bid to Brent Bell Construction for asphalt street rehabilitation projects.
Presentation by Polco Policy Confluence Inc. regarding community-wide survey
Presentation of results from the community-wide survey conducted in March and April of 2025.
Discuss and take possible action to approve the collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)
Approval of the collective bargaining agreement with the FOP.
New Business
Discussion of any new business items.
City Manager and Staff Report
Report from the City Manager and staff on ongoing city projects and issues.