TOWN OF KIOWA MINUTES
FOR REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
APRIL 30, 2026 @ 7:00 P.M.
OR IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE PWA MEETING
AT THE KIOWA CITY HALL
831 S. VAN BUREN ST.  KIOWA, OKLAHOMA  74553

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CALL MEETING TO ORDER:  The meeting was called to order at 6:55 p.m.
ROLL CALL:  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-present, T.S. Barker-present, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-present.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:  On a motion duly made by J. Ray and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the previous meetings minutes.
APPROVAL OF THE FINANCIAL REPORT:  The Financial Report was presented and reviewed by Tracy Reed of RSMeacham CPA & Associates.  T. Reed reported that overall our General Fund is better than budgeted.  T. Reed also noted that our Sales Taxes are somewhat lower.  However, our Use Taxes are stronger than projected.  On a motion duly made by J. Ray and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the Financial Report. 
APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASES:   The Purchases Report was presented and reviewed by Tracy Reed of RSMeacham CPA & Associates.  On a motion duly made by J. Ray and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the Purchases Report.
MAINTENANCE REPORT:  T. Whitfield reported that the Maintenance Department has been seasonal mowing.  In addition, the oil in the dump truck has been changed along with the oil in the  PWA vehicle.  The targets have been built for the shooting range, brush abatement is ongoing, two culverts installed, weed spraying, work on the circulation pump, sewer lagoon (except for seals that are out in the pump) along with several other maintenance tasks.  D. Carlton also reported on the seal kit.
ANIMAL CONTROL REPORT:  T. Whitfield reported that Animal Control picked up 7 dogs, 5 dogs returned to their owners, 2 dogs on hold, zero cats and 1 pig that has been returned to the owner.
POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT:  J. Wilson reported that the Police Department had 936 contacts for the month, 80 calls for service, 12 impounds and 7 releases.  
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT:  The Fire Department reported that had 19 total calls for the month.  This includes 3 medical calls, 3 grass fires, 2 vehicle fires, 7 vehicle accidents, 1 landing zone, 1 smoke alarm.  (Note:  The other 2 calls were not identified on the recorder).  It was further noted that the tops on the clean outs need to be finished.  
COMMUNITY CENTER REPORT:  L. Goss reported that everything is going well at the Community Center. J. Wilson thanked L. Goss for coming out after the recent tornado and opening up the Community Center for those affected by the storm.  D. Drake also noted that his church and J. Ray's church also have places where residents can gather in the event of a future such event.  J. Wilson noted that in the future, the Red Cross will bring out a mobile shelter for our use.  J. Hasty will send a notice (printed on our residents water bill) asking people to register their storm cellars with the Town.
CODE ENFORCEMENT REPORT:   Code Enforcement reported they had 9 total for the month.  He further noted that 7 letters were mailed, 2 notices sent out, 3 people he is waiting to here back from and 1 has already started clean up to the property.  Regarding the abatement on the mobile home, we are waiting for the 10 day process to expire.  
1.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Presentation and discussion of 2026/2027 Budget.   Tracy Reed of RSMeacham CPA & Associates presented and discussed the 2026/2027 Budget.  T. Reed noted that the 2026/2027 is in line with similar past budgets.  No action was taken in this matter.
2.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Close Community Building bank account and deposit into General Fund bank account.  J. Hasty reported that there is $2,976.00 in the Community Building bank account at the present time.  On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by J. Ray,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve closing the Community Building bank account and depositing these funds into the General Fund bank account.  
3.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Joey Weiher-Mobile Home Permit.   J. Hasty noted that Mr. Weiher will need a building, electrical and plumbing permit from the Town for a total cost to him of $90.00.  On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve J. Weiher's request for a mobile home permit. 
4.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Feed the Need contract.   D. Drake reported that the Feed the Need contract is the same as last years.  On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the Feed the Need Contract.  
5.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Purchase and/or except donated. land for cemetery.   On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the purchase of the Zufall  property consisting of 2.9 acres at a cost of $9,050.00.
6.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Dobson Fiber permits.   J. Wilson reported they recently met with Dobson Fiber regarding an existing right of way agreement with them.  Once this project is complete, Dobson Fiber will have to put everything back in accordance with all required Town codes.  A two-year warranty will be in effect and oversight will be continued by the Town.   He further noted that Engineer R. Vaughan has reviewed the agreement.  On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the permits for Dobson Fiber.  
NEW BUSINESS:   J. Wilson reported on the weather sirens for the Town.  He noted that under our new policy, storm spotters will be sent out that will be able to activate the warning system immediately. The command system would cost approximately $20,000.00.  T. Reed noted there are funds available in this current fiscal year to purchase this system.  On a motion duly made by J. Ray and seconded by T. S. Barker,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the purchase of the command system not to exceed $20,000.00 for the purpose of purchasing the updates to the weather warning system.  
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:   T.S. Barker proposed that the 4th of July Pie Auction proceeds go to the Community Center.  This will assist them in making some necessary updates to the Community Center building.  
ADJOURNMENT:   On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by J. Ray,  M. Sexton-absent, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-absent and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to adjourn the meeting at 7:27 p.m.

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