Heather Renee Durham

The meeting included the election of board officers for the 2027 fiscal year. The Board approved the mutual termination of a lease at the Santa Fe Depot, retroactive to June 18, 2026. A new community partner pass program for 501c3 nonprofit organizations was adopted, offering discounted bulk passes. Additionally, the Embark Connect Pass program for colleges, employers, and residents was discussed and approved as a one-year pilot initiative to increase transit ridership.

The council meeting included a proclamation for National Safety Month in Oklahoma City, recognizing the efforts of the risk management division in enhancing workplace safety. Key agenda items involved the approval of travel expenses for council members to attend a technical tour of the Utah Transit Authority. The city manager reported on the strong end-of-year sales and use tax performance, which exceeded targets. Additional discussions covered the deferment of several development projects, the removal of certain dilapidated structures from the agenda, and the approval of a joint professional services agreement with Baker Tilly for annual comprehensive financial report processes. Public input was also received regarding beautification efforts funded through MAPS 4 and the selection of a towing services contractor for zone 4.

The committee meeting addressed the approval of a 2017 general obligation bond project involving a storm sewer relief effort. Informational updates were provided regarding bond fund expenditures, current project progress percentages, and compliance status. Additionally, the committee discussed the upcoming transition of a leadership role, noting that the appointment of a new chair will be added to the agenda for the next meeting.

The meeting featured presentations on project statuses, including an update on the South Canadian Wastewater Treatment Facility, covering equipment commissioning, site improvements, and the upcoming testing and operation phase. Additionally, a comprehensive report was provided on the Atoka pipeline project, detailing progress on various pipeline segments, pump station construction, and balancing tank installations. Trustees also discussed total project costs, right-of-way acquisitions, and adjustments to construction management agreements.

The board received presentations on the preliminary reports for sidewalk construction across various city locations and reviewed the final acceptance of a bike lane project, including signal upgrades and road accessibility improvements. The board also reviewed the monthly financial report, conducted the annual election of the Vice Chairperson, and approved multiple construction management contracts related to the multi-purpose stadium project, specifically for structural steel, pre-cast stadia and walls, utilities, and structural concrete.