Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a $96.9 million bid for a new wastewater treatment plant and authorized a 'Food for Fines' program to assist citizens with municipal fines. The meeting also featured special recognitions for the MSO County Emergency Management team and the Muskogee High School One Act team.
Key Decisions & Votes
Wastewater Treatment Plant Bid
42:15Approved the $96,992,000 bid from Crossland Heavy Contractors for a new wastewater treatment plant mandated by ODEQ.
Food for Fines Program
37:10Implemented a program from Dec 1-19, 2025, allowing citizens to receive up to $50 off municipal fines in exchange for canned food donations.
Utility Fee Waivers
58:45Approved waving disconnect/reconnect fees in December for residents providing proof of impact from the federal government shutdown.
Georgia Pacific Water Pipeline
49:30Approved a joint water pipeline expansion project with Georgia Pacific and the Port Authority to enhance water reliability.
Upcoming Community Events
Muskogee High School One Act Team Recognition
Recognized for earning the title of 6A State Runner-Up.
Financial Matters
Mid-Year Budget Amendment
Transfer of excess revenue to special projects including drone programs, employee stipends, and facility repairs.
Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Funding
$60,000 for annual operations and a one-time $15,000 allotment for building maintenance.
MRA Debt Service Payment
Transfer from general fund reserves to pay off a lawsuit judgment note.
Public Comments
Citizens discussed improvements at the Hatbox Sports Complex, concerns regarding the single-bidder wastewater plant contract, and requests to reconsider cat containment policies.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- December 5, 2025: Statutory deadline to accept wastewater plant bid
- December 19, 2025: End of Food for Fines program
Watch For
- Itemized cost breakdown of the wastewater plant at the Dec 1 Public Works meeting
- Reopening of the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame in Spring 2026
Announcements
- Governor's Commendation presented to MSO County Emergency Management.
- Muskogee Youth Baseball announced free registration for the Spring 2026 season.
- The November 23rd, 2026 meeting was moved to November 16th to accommodate the Thanksgiving holiday.
Agenda Summary
Street closure at Owen St and Boston Ave for Bass Reeves Public Safety Complex
9 & 10
Land use amendment and rezone for 601 North C Street