City of Walters

Key discussions included the execution of Conflict of Interest statements. The City Manager recommended implementing a $4.50 monthly fee on every active water meter to partially cover payments made to the Waurika Lake Master Conservancy District, which was approved via Ordinance 598. Financial reports indicated improved finances for Public Works. An update confirmed the signing into law of a bill including a $4.34-million grant for a new substation. The Authority noted that despite high water production due to winter weather faucet dripping, there were no service outages, and the bid approval for auto read water meters, awarded to UTS, was confirmed. Future revenue is anticipated from utilizing new bulk water rates for the I-44 concrete rehabilitation project.

The meeting included the approval of a consent agenda which covered routine matters such as checks, purchase orders, and minutes from prior January meetings. Key discussions involved the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Financial Statement and Independent Auditor's reports. The Council approved Ordinance 598, which institutes a recurring $4.50 monthly fee added to every active water meter to partially cover charges from the Waurika Lake Master Conservancy District. The Code Enforcement Clerk provided a year-in-review for 2025, noting metrics on properties demoed, building permits issued, and variances granted. Additionally, the Council authorized the drafting of a new Ordinance with stricter guidelines for swimming pools, approved a proclamation for Tree City USA, and approved Ordinance #599 to increase the dog surrender fee from $45.00 to $55.00. Updates were provided regarding acceptance into the Main Street Program, delivery of new polycarts, and ongoing efforts to secure funding for the new police station.

The primary discussion item addressed the approval of a bid from Utility Technology Services (UTS) for the Water and Electric Remote Read Meter Systems. A motion was made and seconded to approve this bid.

The primary agenda item discussed during this special session involved the bid from Utility Technology Services (UTS) for the Water and Electric Remote Read Meter Systems. A motion was made and seconded to approve the bid, which subsequently passed.

Key discussions included the approval of the Consent Agenda, which covered purchase orders, check signing ratification, and re-appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board. Mayor Morgan presented a Certificate for Resolution 912, establishing a fund to beautify Walters, to resident MaryAnn Holman. The Council voted to enter executive session and subsequently approved the motion to purchase the Arvest building for a new police department, including financing terms involving a 40% down payment funded from the Graham Trust account, Emergency Services account, and Cares Act funds. City Manager Matt LaFee provided updates on grant submissions (T-Mobile and Rails & Trails for lighting/benches), application to the Oklahoma Main Street Network Level program, a received grant for the Fire Department, and ongoing repairs at Sultan Park Dam. Following public comments, purchase orders were approved and checks signed.