Meeting Summary
The Muskogee City Council and Municipal Authority approved a new ordinance restricting panhandling in medians and roadways, including a $150 fine for violations. The council also accepted a $8,500 K9 donation for the police department and authorized $43 million in revenue bonds for a new public safety building.
Key Decisions & Votes
K9 Donation Acceptance
06:30Accepted a donation of a Police K9 valued at $8,500 from the Muskogee Citizens Police Alumni Association to replace a dog lost to medical issues.
Roadway Safety Ordinance (Panhandling)
10:15Adopted Ordinance 4274A prohibiting sitting, lying, or standing in or adjacent to roadways to address safety concerns regarding panhandling in medians.
Public Safety Revenue Bonds
12:45Approved Resolution 3055 authorizing the issuance of $43 million in revenue bonds by the Muskogee County Public Safety Authority for a new public safety building.
Upcoming Community Events
Wishes Walk in Her Shoes
Domestic violence awareness walk starting at the courthouse at 11:15 AM and ending at the civic center with a program and food trucks.
Financial Matters
Public Safety Building Bonds
Revenue bonds issued by the County Public Safety Authority; the city acts as beneficiary but is not responsible for the debt.
Southside Industrial Park Sewer Line
Contract amendment with Cook Construction to include federal ARPA compliance language.
Demolition Funding
Estimated amount paid by the County Authority for property demolition in exchange for land transfer.
Public Comments
A resident of the Severs building expressed concerns regarding the lack of ADA-compliant parking and harassment from local business owners regarding tenant parking.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- October 1, 2025: New board appointments begin
- November 1, 2025: James Scully's term begins
Watch For
- Review of downtown parking and handicap accessibility near the Severs building
Announcements
- Recognition of the Citizens Police Academy for their support and patrol assistance.
- Domestic Violence Awareness Month events starting in October.
Agenda Summary
MMA Item 1
Approval of MMA minutes of August 25, 2025.
MMA Item 2
Approval of MMA claims for month ending August 31, 2025.
Council Item 1
Motion to excuse Counselor Tom Martindale.
Council Item 2
Approval of City Council minutes from August 11, August 25, and September 2.
Consent Agenda
Items 1 through 3 on the consent agenda.
Council Item 9
Acceptance of K9 donation from Citizens Police Alumni Association.
Council Item 4
Public hearing and replat for Highway 69 Outlet/Walmart development (1.78 acres).
Council Item 5
Ordinance 4274A regarding pedestrians sitting/standing in roadways.
Council Item 6
Resolution 3054 adding a $150 fine for roadway ordinance violations.
Council Item 7
Resolution 3055 authorizing $43 million in revenue bonds for public safety building.
Council Item 8
Acceptance of land transfer on Muscogee Avenue from County Public Safety Authority.
Council Item 10
Mutual aid agreement between Muskogee and Tahlequah Fire Departments.
Council Item 11
Contract amendment for Southside Industrial Park sewer line project.
Council Item 12
Appointment of Mike Brawley to War Memorial Trust Authority.
Council Item 13
Appointment of Angela Wilson to Street Improvement Advisory Board.
Council Item 14
Appointment of James Scully to Street Improvement Advisory Board.