Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved an ordinance to place a hotel occupancy tax increase from 8% to 12% on the August 25, 2026, ballot to fund tourism and convention facilities. The meeting also featured a detailed presentation on the summer sewer discount program and a comprehensive update on recovery efforts following the EF4 tornado that struck the city in April.
Key Decisions & Votes
Hotel Occupancy Tax Increase Ordinance
28:45Approved an ordinance to increase the hotel tax from 8% to 12% and set a special election for August 25, 2026, to let voters decide on the funding for the Stride Bank Center and Chisholm Trail Expo Center.
Roadway Easement Closure - North 26th Street
24:30Closed a 40-foot platted roadway easement between East Randolph and East Maple Avenues while retaining a 40-foot public right-of-way for future development.
AMI Water Meter System Purchase
30:15Approved a sole-source purchase of Neptune water meter components from Core and Main, LP, not to exceed $600,000 for the fiscal year.
Upcoming Community Events
Special Election: Hotel Tax Proposition
Voters will decide on the proposed increase of the hotel occupancy tax from 8% to 12%.
Financial Matters
Sewer Improvement Fund (Fund 42)
Budgeted amount for community sewer improvements and debt repayment.
Stormwater Fund (Fund 43)
Budgeted amount for infrastructure improvements to manage city drainage.
Enid Public Transportation Authority Operations
Increase to the financial plan for transit operations.
Public Comments
No citizens signed up for public comment during this session.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- June 10, 2026: Deadline to file the hotel tax election proclamation with the Garfield County Election Board.
Watch For
- New trash rates for Polycarts effective July 1, 2026.
- Removal of tornado-related concrete slabs/foundations by private contractors.
- Relocation of tornado 'lost and found' items to the Enid Public Library.
Announcements
- Dale, an 8-week-old puppy, is available for free adoption at Enid Animal Welfare.
- The 'MUD' (Mobile Unit for Disasters) trailer has been fully stocked and is ready for future emergency responses.
- The Summer Sewer Discount Program (20% reduction on sewer step increases) is automatically active from May 1 to September 30.
Agenda Summary
Approval of Minutes
Approval of minutes from the May 7 and May 19, 2026 meetings.
Pet for Adoption
Presentation of 'Dale' from the Animal Welfare department.
Summer Sewer Discount Program Discussion
A recap of utility billing and explanation of the 20% seasonal sewer rate adjustment.
Tornado Recovery Update
Comprehensive report on debris removal, volunteer efforts, and rebuilding resources following the April EF4 tornado.
Sewer Line Replacement Project Update
Status report on repairs near the Stride Bank Center parking lot.
Public Hearing: Roadway Easement Closure
Hearing regarding the 40-foot platted roadway easement on North 26th Street.
Ordinance Closing Roadway Easement
Administrative vote to close the easement discussed in the public hearing.
Hotel Occupancy Tax Ordinance and Special Election
Ordinance to increase hotel tax to 12% and call for an August election.
Consent Agenda
Approval of general city claims and bills.
AMI Water Meter System Components
Sole source purchase of Neptune meters from Core and Main, LP.
EMA Financial Plan Increase
Increasing the FY 2025-2026 financial plan by $140,000.
EPTA Revenue Mileage Audit
Contract with Forvis Mazars LLP for transit auditing services.
FTA Funding Designation
Accepting designation as a direct recipient of federal transit funding.
EPTA Operations Budget Increase
Increasing the transit financial plan by $700,000 for operations.