Meeting Summary
The City Council held public hearings for CDBG-DR 2022 disaster recovery grants aimed at storm water mitigation and voluntary housing buyouts in the Meadows subdivision. Key discussions also focused on the future of the Muskogee Medical Center Authority and the creation of specific zoning for tiny homes and RV parks.
Key Decisions & Votes
CDBG-DR 2022 Grant Applications
11:45Approved applications for a storm water master plan study and a voluntary housing buyout project for the Meadows subdivision following the May 2022 floods.
Tourism Grant Advisory Committee
19:40Postponed until January 12, 2026, to address concerns regarding committee composition and potential conflicts of interest.
Jo Dee Messina Concert Contract
38:50Authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute a performance contract for a concert on March 28, 2026, with specific amendments to insurance and revenue clauses.
Zoning for Tiny Homes and RV Parks
46:40Directed staff to develop specific zoning designations and ordinances to separate tiny homes, RV parks, and mobile home parks.
Upcoming Community Events
Jo Dee Messina Concert
Muskogee Civic Center
St. Francis Hospital Ribbon Cutting
Celebration of the new patient bed tower completion.
Financial Matters
MMA Claims
Claims for all city departments for the month ending November 30, 2025.
Jo Dee Messina Talent Cost
Base talent cost for the headliner and opener, with total estimated expenditures of $104,300.
Workers Compensation Settlement
Settlement for claim number 10-25-18 approved following executive session.
Public Comments
No citizens signed up to speak during the public hearing portion of the meeting.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Resolution 3070 regarding the Tourism Grant Advisory Committee
Deadlines
- January 12, 2026 (Return of tabled tourism item)
Watch For
- Draft ordinances for tiny home and RV park zoning
- Future of the Muskogee Medical Center Authority trust
Announcements
- Cynthia Kennedy appointed to the Board of Adjustment for a term beginning January 1, 2026.
- The Muskogee Medical Center Authority presented a report on their 59-year history and their intent to continue serving the community's healthcare needs.
Agenda Summary
MMA Minutes
Approval of minutes from November 24, 2025.
MMA Claims
Monthly claims ending November 30, 2025.
MRA Minutes
Approval of Redevelopment Authority minutes from November 24, 2025.
MRA Claims
Redevelopment Authority claims for Nov 15 - Nov 28, 2025.
City Council Minutes
Minutes from Nov 3 and Nov 24, 2025.
Consent Agenda
Items 1 through 4.
Item 5: CDBG-DR 2022 Applications
Public hearing and action on Meadows storm water and housing buyout projects.
Item 6: Resolution 3064
Land use amendment for 4801 West Okmulgee Street.
Item 7: Ordinance 4281A
Rezone request for 4801 West Okmulgee Street to R5.
Item 8: Resolution 3070
Creation of Tourism Grant Advisory Committee.
Item 9: Medical Center Authority Report
Update on financials and future of the authority.
Item 10: Performance Contract
Contract with Dreambound Enterprises for Jo Dee Messina concert.
Item 11: Zoning Designations
Discussion on tiny homes, RV parks, and mobile home park zoning.
Item 12: Board Appointment
Appointment of Cynthia Kennedy to the Board of Adjustment.
Item 13: Executive Session
Discussion on economic development, legal claims, and personnel.