Miami public meetings in 2024
19 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The Miami Special Utility Authority board will vote on a budget amendment to use proceeds from scrap metal sales for an unforeseen well repair, and decide on renewing three annual supply contracts for aggregate rock, concrete sand, and concrete material. The meeting also includes approval of claims and minutes, public input, and several executive sessions regarding ongoing litigation (GRDA case) and economic development projects.
- Budget amendment #25-13 to receipt and expend money from sale of Well 1 scrap metal for repair
- Annual contract renewal for 'as needed' aggregate rock (C23-59) with Kemp Stone
- Annual contract renewal for concrete sand supply (C23-60) with Muskogee Sand
- Annual contract renewal for 'as needed' concrete material (C23-61) with NEO Concrete
- Executive session on pending litigation: City of Miami v. GRDA (CJ-08-619) and FERC Project No. 1494
City Council Regular Meeting
The Miami City Council will consider several contract renewals for construction materials and a budget amendment including a $200,000 reimbursement to the Miami Housing Authority. The body will also discuss updates regarding the Grand Gateway-Pelivan organization and a rewrite of the public library code.
- Award bid of $125,600.00 to Tri-State Floors Inc. for Civic Center wooden gym floor replacement
- Budget amendment to reimburse Miami Housing Authority $200,000.00
- Contract renewals for aggregate rock (Kemp Stone), concrete sand (Muskogee Sand), and concrete material (NEO Concrete)
- Ordinance 2024-06 to rewrite Chapter 20 of the Code of Ordinances regarding the Library Board
- Authorization for the City Manager to sign the Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) Fiscal Year 2024 Grant
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The Miami Special Utility Authority will vote on routine claims and minutes, consider a $14,163.50 legal claim from Davis Wright Tremaine related to Pensacola/GRDA relicensing, and decide whether to award a lease purchase agreement for a Peterbilt Day Cab 567 truck financed by Bank of Grand Lake. The meeting also includes a public input period.
- Approval of claims list and credit card charges
- Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 regular meeting
- Action on Davis Wright Tremaine claim for $14,163.50 for Pensacola/GRDA relicensing proceedings
- Award lease purchase agreement to Bank of Grand Lake for a Peterbilt Day Cab 567 truck
- Public input (3 minutes per person)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Miami City Council will vote on multiple action items, including the purchase of two 2023 Dodge Ram police vehicles with emergency equipment upfit and lease financing from Bank of Grand Lake. The council will also consider an annual sales commission agreement with the Miami Community Facilities Authority, hear an update from the Community Crisis Center, and discuss a logo design for the new Civic Center gym floor. Several board reappointments to the Convention and Visitors Bureau are also on the agenda.
- Purchase of 2023 Dodge Ram police vehicle with emergency upfit from Superior Auto Group and lease agreement with Bank of Grand Lake (Q24-101)
- Purchase of second 2023 Dodge Ram police vehicle with emergency upfit from Superior Auto Group and lease agreement with Bank of Grand Lake (Q24-102)
- Annual Sales Commission Agreement with Miami Community Facilities Authority
- Community Crisis Center update and discussion
- Mayor's nomination to reappoint Sara McQuigg and Gary Crow to the Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
City Council Regular Meeting
The Miami City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to apply for a USDA Rural Development Community Facilities loan and grant for equipment. Other action items include awarding a contract for FEMA roadway drainage design, considering bids for an airport Fixed Base Operator, renewing annual contracts for concrete repair, aggregate rock, and concrete sand, and creating a Seniors' Center Advisory Board. The council will also go into executive session to discuss the employment of the City Attorney and City Prosecutor.
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution CC2024-13 for USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Loan and Grant for equipment purchase
- Award of RFQ 24-88 for FEMA roadway drainage improvement design to OWN Inc., with contract approval contingent on City Attorney review
- Consideration of RFP 24-79 for Fixed Base Operator service at Miami Regional Airport (responses from Apex Aero Center, Circle T Aviation, FlyHome Aviation)
- Resolution CC2024-14 to create a Seniors' Center Advisory Board and nominations of Kyla Jones, Carol Larkin, Carmen Couch, Kathy Wright, and Eldon Johnson
- Annual contract renewals for on-call concrete repair (C23-58), aggregate rock (C23-59), concrete sand (C23-60), and mowing/baling (C22-03)
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The MSUA will consider a resolution authorizing a $6.8 million grant application for Advanced Metering Infrastructure and water treatment plant improvements. Other action items include renewing annual contracts for concrete repair, aggregate rock, and concrete sand supply, and awarding a FEMA drainage improvement design contract. The meeting also includes executive sessions on economic development matters.
- Resolution MSUA2024-03 for $6,800,000 OWRB Tribal Matching Grant for AMI and water treatment plant improvements
- Annual contract renewal for on-call concrete repair service (C23-58) with Torres Concrete, Scott Construction, Neece Concrete, and Collins Construction
- Annual contract renewal for 'as needed' aggregate rock (C23-59) with Kemp Stone
- Annual contract renewal for concrete sand supply (C23-60) with Muskogee Sand
- Award of FEMA-DR4575 roadway drainage improvement design Phase 1 to OWN Inc.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will vote on a lease purchase agreement for a new fire pumper and an ordinance regarding the transportation of alcohol. The body will also consider budget amendments for various departments and several board appointments.
- Lease purchase agreement with First National Bank for a 2025 Pierce Commercial BXP Pumper
- Ordinance CC2024-04 amending Chapter 3 Alcoholic Beverage Control regarding transportation of alcohol
- Budget amendment #25-11 MCVB involving position changes, police vehicle repairs, and library grants
- Contract Amendment #1 for C23-53 with Clean Uniform Company
- Appointments to the Airport Authority Board and City Zoning & Planning Commission
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The Miami Special Utility Authority will vote on claims for civil litigation and a contract amendment for uniform services. The board will also establish the 2025 meeting schedule and hold executive sessions regarding economic development and legal actions.
- Civil litigation claim for Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer in the amount of $4,386.46
- Civil litigation claim for Tetra Tech in the amount of $8,600.00
- Contract Amendment #1 for C23-53 with Clean Uniform Company for uniform services
- Approval of the 2025 Meeting Schedule
- Executive session regarding City of Miami, et al., v. GRDA CJ-08-619 and F.E.R.C. Project No. 1494
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The MSUA will vote on a work authorization with OWN (formerly Anderson Engineering) not to exceed $110,000 for design of water treatment plant piping, motor, and pump rehab. Trustees will also consider a budget amendment for overtime monies from the Miami Housing Authority and insurance funds for a damaged pickup, ratify a solid waste charge agreement template, and discuss creating an MSUA logo. The meeting includes executive sessions to review previous minutes and for legal advice regarding pending litigation (City of Miami v. GRDA).
- Work Authorization No. 7 with OWN for water treatment plant piping, motor, and pump rehab design up to $110,000
- Budget Amendment #25-08 to receipt and expend overtime monies from Miami Housing Authority and insurance funds for a 2023 Chevy pickup damaged on the turnpike
- Ratification of Solid Waste Charge Agreement template and authorization for trust manager to sign agreements
- Discussion and possible action on creation of an MSUA logo
- Executive sessions to review previous minutes and for confidential attorney communications on pending litigation (City of Miami v. GRDA, F.E.R.C. Project No. 1494)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Miami City Council will vote on awarding bids for remediation of the Public Works building (to Scott Construction) and a metal building kit for the mechanic's building (to Whitney Manufacturing). They will also consider a budget amendment transferring library donation funds and re-encumbering fire department monies for a skid unit, an agreement with Lyrasis for the Palace Project app ($3,900), and a resolution supporting Mayor Parker's appointment to the Oklahoma Municipal League board. The meeting includes public input, staff reports, and other administrative items.
- Award bid C24-81 to Scott Construction for remediation and restoration of the Public Works building
- Award bid C24-86 to Whitney Manufacturing for a metal building kit for the mechanic's building
- Budget amendment #25-05 transferring past library donation monies and re-encumbering fire department funds for a skid unit
- Agreement with Lyrasis for Palace Project app at $3,900 to allow patrons to access electronic content
- Resolution CC2024-12 supporting Mayor Bless Parker's appointment to District 1 seat on Oklahoma Municipal League board
City Council Regular Meeting
The Miami City Council will consider several action items including two budget amendments, a $1.3 million certificate of deposit, a columbarium purchase, and an ordinance increasing tipping fees at the solid waste facility. Also on the agenda are proclamations, a presentation from the Bridges Foundation, and multiple grant applications for the Miami Seniors’ Center and the Public Library.
- Award $1.3 million 6-month certificate of deposit to Security Bank
- Purchase a columbarium with ossuary from Sunset Memorial & Stone
- Budget Amendment #25-07: increase revenue/expense for new airport terminal to pay Crossland $495,748.00, receive $49,322.31 in opioid settlement monies, and $3.3k NEA Big Read grant
- Ordinance increasing tipping fees at the Solid Waste Facility
- Grand Gateway-Pelivan contract for services for FY 2024-2025
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The Miami Special Utility Authority will consider a letter of intent for a solar photovoltaic power purchase agreement with 7 Gen Solar LLC. They will also vote on selling property (Lots 6-19, Block 55) for economic development and approve a $6,400 payment for civil litigation legal fees. Routine items include approval of claims, credit card statements, and meeting minutes.
- Consideration of Solar Photovoltaic Power Purchase Agreement letter of intent with 7 Gen Solar LLC
- Action to sell Lots 6-19, Block 55, City of Miami, reserving one lot for public pedestrian way
- Approval of a $6,400 claim from Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer for civil litigation
- Approval of claims list and credit card statements
- Approval of minutes from September 16 (regular) and September 23 (special) meetings
City Council Regular Meeting
The council will vote on Mayor Parker's nomination of Haleigh Barnes to complete the council term for Ward 4, followed by administering her oath of office. Other action items include a budget amendment to carry over unspent FY2023-24 funds, approval of a $200 DJ service contract for the Teen Life Fair, and discussion of a request for proposals for aviation services at the Miami Regional Airport. The council will also consider resolutions to codify ordinance supplements and support an EPA grant for restoring George Francis Riverview Park.
- Nomination of Haleigh Barnes to fill Ward 4 council vacancy (Item 5)
- Budget Amendment #25-01 adjusting carryover and re-encumbering funds (Item 7)
- Discussion on RFP for Fixed Base Operator/Specialized Aviation Service at Miami Regional Airport (Item 9)
- Resolution CC2024-09 supporting EPA grant for Riverview Park restoration (Item 11)
- Resolution CC2024-08 codification of ordinances Supplement 18 (Item 10)
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The Miami Special Utility Authority will vote on a grant contract for geotechnical work at the Industrial Park. The board will also consider a budget amendment to adjust carryover funds and review claims.
- Grant contract for Geo Tech at the Industrial Park (Progress Park) in the amount of $65,000.00
- Budget Amendment #25-02 to adjust estimated carryover to actual carryover and re-encumber funds from FY 2023-2024
- Approval of claims and credit card statements
- Executive session regarding City of Miami, et al., v. GRDA CJ-08-619 and F.E.R.C. Project No. 1494
City Council Regular Meeting
The Miami City Council will vote on a $17,850 contract amendment with Placer.AI and a $24,980 agreement with LandPlan Consultants for a water park feasibility study. The council will also receive the Miami Public Library annual report and consider updates to library operating procedures. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the employment of the chief of police.
- Approve claims list
- Approve minutes from August 12 and 19, 2024
- Contract amendment with Placer.AI for $17,850 annual subscription
- Agreement with LandPlan Consultants for $24,980 water park feasibility report
- Executive session to discuss chief of police employment
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The Miami Special Utility Authority will vote on several service contracts and legal payments. The board will also hold executive sessions to discuss economic development and real property enhancements.
- Contract amendment with Placer.AI for annual subscription of $17,850.00
- iamGIS annual subscription for work order management of $15,000.00
- Claim for civil litigation to Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer for $5,293.75
- Executive session on economic development and business attraction
- Executive session on real property purchase or enhancement for economic development
City Council Special Meeting
The Miami City Council, convening jointly with the Miami Seniors' Center, Inc. Board of Directors, will consider an action item to convey all assets of the Senior Center to the City of Miami in contemplation of dissolution, and authorize a resolution to transfer bank accounts. The council will also discuss outstanding claims, purchases, and funding related to the Senior Center.
- Action item: Conveyance of all assets of Miami Seniors' Center, Inc. to the City of Miami and authorization of resolution to transfer bank accounts
- Discussion of outstanding claims, purchases, and funding for Miami Seniors' Center, Inc.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Miami City Council will hold a regular meeting with discussion and possible action on a LEAD agency application for a Community Change Grant, and a resolution regarding the Miami Senior Center, including a possible transfer of assets to the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma. Other action items include award of an annual on-call asphalt paving contract to Teeter's Paving, approval of contract extensions, updates to the airport hangar lease agreement, and temporary road closure for Wilson Early Childhood Center. The council will also enter executive session to discuss a potential claim concerning the Miami Senior Center and the employment of the City Treasurer.
- Discussion and possible action on LEAD agency application for the Community Change Grant
- Award of annual on-call asphalt paving services to Teeter's Paving, LLC for FY 2024-2025
- Possible resolution recognizing value of Miami Senior Center and authorizing asset purchase/transfer to Peoria Tribe
- Extension of Tetra Tech, Inc. contract (C18-47) for FY 2024-2025 in amount of $87,890
- Temporary road closure on F St NW between 3rd St NW and 4th St NW for school zone one-way street
Miami Special Utility Authority (MSUA) Regular Meeting
The Miami Special Utility Authority will consider several action items including approval of claims, a $2,130 claim for GRDA relicensing, a $10,785.50 metering software agreement with Itron, awarding an annual on-call asphalt paving contract to Teeter's Paving, a $87,890 extension with Tetra Tech, and an extension of legal services with Davis Wright Tremaine. The board will also hold executive sessions to discuss economic development and potential real property purchases.
- Tetra Tech contract extension for FY 2024-2025 in the amount of $87,890
- Itron metering software agreement for $10,785.50
- Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer claim for GRDA relicensing for $2,130
- Award of annual on-call asphalt paving services to Teeter's Paving, LLC for FY 2024-2025
- Executive sessions to discuss economic development and real property acquisition