TOWN OF KIOWA MINUTES
FOR REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
MAY 28, 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 6:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL:  M. Sexton-present, J. Ray-present, T.S. Barker-present, T. Horn-present and D. Drake-present.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:  On a motion duly made by M. Sexton and seconded by T. Horn,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes 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 in the General Fund, Sales & Use Taxes were approximately $10k ahead of projected income; with Use Tax making up the biggest portion.  We are down approximately $12k in Sales Tax from projections.  On a motion duly made by M. Sexton and seconded by J. Ray,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes 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. Horn, M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the Purchases Report.
MAINTENANCE REPORT:  T. Whitfield reported that the Maintenance Department worked on 9 leaks with 2 of them being major.  He further noted that his team has started installing new cut-off water valves, new fences, shooting range target completed, black fittings installed, circulation pump at the water tower is fully installed and that new tires are on the van,   D. Drake asked that when the rain subsides, that the Maintenance Department deal with the weeds on the corners of our streets.  
ANIMAL CONTROL REPORT:   T. Whitfield reported that Animal Control picked up 5 dogs and 4 cats which have all been returned to their rightful owners.
POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT:   J. Wilson reported that the Police Department had 836 contacts for the month, 7 impounds and 83 calls for service.  He further noted that the Council may want to think about enacting a feral cat policy for the Town.  
FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT:  The Fire Department reported they had 6 total calls for the month.  This includes 2 medical calls, 1            gas leak and 3 vehice accidents.  
COMMUNITY CENTER REPORT:   L. Goss reported that everything is running smoothly at the Community Center. 
CODE ENFORCEMENT REPORT:   C. Nichols reported he sent out 4 notices, 3 certified letters with 1 person waiting to respond and  3 people have started clean up of their properties.
1.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:   Public Hearing for the FY26-FY27 Town Budget.    On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by M. Sexton,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to close the Public Hearing.  
2.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Adoption of the FY26-FY27 Town Budget by Resolution.   On a motion duly made by M. Sexton and seconded by J. Ray,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to adopt the FY26-FY27 Town Budget by Resolution.   
3.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Public hearing for Sexton Annexation.   On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by J. Ray,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to close the Public Hearing.
4.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Approve Ordinance for Sexton Annexation.   On a motion duly made by J. Ray and seconded by T. Horn,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the ordinance for the Sexton Annexation.  
5.    Discussion, consideration and possible action:    Emergency Management Agreement.   J. Wilson reported that he has been in touch with the Town's attorney regarding an Emergency Management Agreement.  He further noted that we are looking for someone to work on EOC to complete the lengthy paperwork that is required.  This is necessary for the reimbursement process should the Town experience a disaster.   Our attorney reported that if the Town takes on this process itself,  EOC requires that someone be trained and designated.  Then and only then, would the Town be eligible for Federal Funds reimbursement.  On a motion duly made by T.S. Barker and seconded by M Sexton,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to approve the $2,800.00 Emergency Management Agreement pending the lawyers verbage.  
NEW BUSINESS:   T.S. Barker reported on the plotting for the Town Cemetary.  He noted that he has an individual that is going to take our plat (maps) and convert these to the computer for easier access.  The cost of which would be under $2,800.00.   D. Drake reported that he is working on donated land for the cemetary.  
4th of July Celebration updates include vendors, fire and police department parade participation, church participation and a person designated to sing the National Anthem.  M. Sexton noted that he would talk to the Shriners Club to see if they are available on that day to participate in the parade.  The parade will begin at 10 a.m.
T. S. Barker brought up the question of the building connected to Old City Hall.  D. Drake stated that more pressure needs to be placed on the owners to take care of this delapitated building.  
J. Wilson reported that a recent bid to remove the debris from the recent tornado came in at $300 per haul with approximately 15 hauls with each container being $50 per ton.  He noted that we are looking at further options at this time.  D. Drake asked that we contact the Red Cross about possible reimbursement for damages from the tornado.  
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:   None.
ADJOURNMENT:   On a motion duly made by D. Drake and seconded by T. Horn,  M. Sexton-yes, J. Ray-yes, T.S. Barker-yes, T. Horn-yes and D. Drake-yes, the motion carried to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 p.m.

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