Teresa Wilkerson

The meeting commenced with the approval of the consent agenda. Key discussions included a report from the Public Works Superintendent detailing maintenance activities such as Christmas light repair, meter reading, work on the parade float, plant tours with new hires, replacement of faulty endpoints, ordering a replacement meter for housing, and an investigation into stolen pipe at Hester Well which resulted in two arrests. The Board also unanimously approved Purchase Orders 70706, 70707, 70709, and 70710. Furthermore, the Board discussed bids for a new fence at the Water Plant and, noting the approval of a $39,000.00 REAP Grant for the project, accepted the bid from Chris Bowles (C&A Fence) for $39,000.00. The meeting was adjourned thereafter.

Key discussions included a report from the Police Chief detailing various incidents such as an unattended death, vehicle theft, and resisting arrest, as well as departmental assistance with community events like the Thanksgiving basket delivery and the Christmas Parade. The Emergency Management Director reported on the successful Christmas Parade attendance. A primary action item was the appointment of Tara Kestler to fill the open Ward 1 Council seat, followed by administering the oath of office.

Key discussions and actions included the approval of the consent agenda and several purchase orders (70676, 70686, 70695, and 70696). In public works updates, the superintendent reported on improved safety measures following an injury, the distribution of Thanksgiving baskets, assistance provided to the Police Department with animal removal, meter changes, and coordination with ODOT regarding road repairs on Wanda Jackson Blvd and an identified new water leak requiring scheduling. The Board also discussed a boundary survey at the Water Treatment Plant and subsequently approved retaining Scissortail Surveying for this task. Additionally, an update was provided regarding generator repairs at the Wastewater Plant, noting that a missing part is on order.

The council meeting commenced with a welcome to visitors. A visitor expressed opinions regarding the open Ward 1 council seat appointment and commented on the proposed change to the Animal Ordinance. The Police Chief reported on department activities, including responding to reports, participation in a community event, handling a death investigation and agency assist, apprehending a suspect with a felony warrant, managing the surrender of approximately 30 dogs with assistance from Public Works, and assisting with Thanksgiving baskets. Action on the appointment to the open Ward 1 council seat was tabled until the December meeting. The council approved the 2026 meeting schedules for the City Council, Municipal Court, and the 2026 Holiday Schedule. Two ordinances were approved: Ordinance 2025-03 regarding Finance and Taxation and an asset disposal policy, and Ordinance 2025-04 concerning Animals, which included an amendment to Section 4-113(E) regarding kennel license inspection times. Finally, a Memorandum of Understanding with Pottawatomie County regarding the acquisition of specific property was approved.

The Maud Municipal Authority convened for a regular meeting where discussions included public works updates such as fixing leaks, pothole filling, mowing, and the installation of new cameras at the Water Plant. Maguire installed a safety ladder on the water tower, and DEQ performed the annual inspection on the water and wastewater systems, reporting no violations. Additionally, the board approved Purchase Order 70651.