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We are a coalition of concerned citizens who are fighting against the Westwin Elements refinery and the West Lawton Industrial Park being built on ancestral Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache lands.

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City of Lawton City Council Special Meeting Agenda Lawton City Hall 212 SW 9th Street Lawton, Oklahoma 73501-3944 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 2:00 PM Lawton City Hall Wayne Gilley Auditorium Business Items 1. Receive training from the City’s Disclosure Counsel on the City’s disclosure responsibilities related to the City’s issuance of bonds, etc., under the federal securities laws including Securities & Exchange Commission guidance for council members, overview of disclosure procedures, disclosure standards and the distinction between liability of the City and liability of individual council members.
October 14, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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This restriction feels unlawful but okay
Photo of a placard at the back of the city council auditorium reading "Designated Recording Area for citizens and media use" $25-312. Minutes of meetings - Recording of proceedings. A. he proceedings of a public body shall be kept by a person so designated by such public body in the form of written minutes which shall be an official summary of the proceedings showing clearly those members present and absent, all matters considered by the public body, and all actions taken by such public body. The minutes of each meeting shall be open to public inspection and shall reflect the manner and time of notice required by this act. B. In the written minutes of an emergency meeting, the nature the emergency and the proceedings occurring at such meeting, including reasons for declaring such emergency meeting, shall be included. of C. Any person attending a public meeting may record the proceedings of said meeting by videotape, audiotape or by any other method; providing, however, such recording shall not interfere with the conduct of the meeting. Iaws 1977, c. 214, s 12, eff. Oct. 1, 1977; Laws 1992, c. 78, s 1, emerg. eff. April 13, 1992. $25-313. Actions taken in willful violation of act. Any action taken in willful violation of this act shall be invalid. Laws 1977, c. 214, S 13, eff. Oct. 1, 1977. Oklahoma Statutes -Title 25. Definitions and General Provisions Page 49
August 26, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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That story was updated. Someone from westwin must've called to assure them they aren't reporting all their investments which is a choice
In two weeks Westwin officials are expected to provide the results of a feasibility study and inform Lawton officials of their plans “moving forward,” Cooksey said. “I cannot say much, but I can tell you that Westwin’s pilot plant is up and running, successfully, and their employees have indicated they’re happy.” Westwin operates a nickel/ cobalt refinery test plant in southwest Lawton. A Form D Offering of Securities filed June 12 with the Securities and Exchange Commission by Westwin founder and Chief Executive Officer KaLeigh Long shows Westwin has raised $550,000 toward its $125 million goal and has four investors. In two weeks Westwin officials are expected to provide the results of a feasibility study and inform Lawton officials of their plans “moving forward,” Cooksey said. “I cannot say much, but I can tell you that Westwin’snickel/cobalt refinery test plant in southwest Lawton is up and running, successfully, and their employees have indicated they’re happy.” ​Westwin has raised $2.2 million from 13 accredited private investors to date, Communications Manager Marissa Espinosa told Southwest Ledger on Tuesday. ​Westwin also has received a term sheet of $60 million from one organization, she said. That non-binding document spells out the terms under which the organization has said it anticipates investing $60 million upon completion of their due diligence, Ms. Espinosa said. ​A Form D Offering of Securities filed June 12 with the Securities and Exchange Commission by Westwin founder and Chief Executive Officer KaLeigh Long shows Westwinhas a goal of raising $125 million.
August 26, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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There is a projector showing this mayor's kids first initiative graphic on every single wall of this room
State of the city 2025 kids first state of the city room photo State of the city 2025 kids first state of the city room photo
August 22, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Lawtonians, there are current nine candidates for council in this year's municipal election.
If you could ask our City Council candidates a question what would it be?
August 20, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Yesterday, there was a fire at the Republic Paper mill in the West Lawton Industrial Park.

What happens when it's combustible metal powder refinery?

What happens when it's a rocket fuel plant?
Two photos of smoke billowing from the roof of the republic paper mill building and a third image of a scanner radio app reading: "Comanche County Public Safety, Comanche County, Oklahoma. 2+ Alarm Fire: Roof on fire at republic paperwork.
August 20, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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Last week, Westwin Elements CEO KaLeigh Long took a moment to assure all the women of America that the pay gap and misogyny more broadly are imaginary.

Girlboss. Gaslight. Gatekeep.
KaLeigh Long urges fellow young [....] that women should not 'assume" they were being left out of the boardroom or being paid less than men because of their gender "You can't assume it's based on prejudice," she said. "It can be based on the projects.
August 8, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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8/2
July 27, 2025 at 5:24 AM
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They are currently in executive session.

It's pretty likely that some of our coalition members could easily provide City Comms with an OBS boot-camp for a nominal fee.
July 23, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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City of Lawton Officials: "Good paying jobs..."

Westwin Elements: "Our interns..."
Westwin Elements posted 2 hours ago: Our interns stepped out of the office and into the field for a tour of our demonstration plant in Lawton, Oklahoma. We're proud of the heart of innovation we're building here at Westwin Elements. It's a privilege to invest in the next generation of talent and share the real-world impact of critical mineral processing! #WestwinElements #CriticalMinerals #NextGeneration a photo of seven people in hard hats, in front of the cracked wall of the refinery, at least four are interns we bet.
July 22, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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And finally, Item 44.

See, Timothy Wilson, who is doing the City Attorney's job right now, is actually the interim City Attorney appointed when City Attorney John Andrew resigned after only 9 months on the job. Prior to Andrews, the City had been without a City Attorney for 7 months.
44. Pursuant to Section 307(B)(1), Title 25, Oklahoma Statutes, consider convening in executive session to discuss the recruitment and selection process for the position of City Attorney, including potential candidates and the contracted recruitment firm, and, if necessary, take appropriate action in open session. Item Title: Pursuant to Section 307(B)(1), Title 25, Oklahoma Statutes, consider convening in executive session to discuss the recruitment and selection process for the position of City Attorney, including potential candidates and the contracted recruitment firm, and, if necessary, take appropriate action in open session. Initiator: Randy Warren, Councilman - Ward 8 Information Source: Randy Warren, Councilman - Ward 8 Background: The Mayor and City Council should meet in executive session to discuss the recruitment and selection process for the position of City Attorney, including potential candidates and the contracted recruitment firm. Section 307B.1 of Title 25, Oklahoma Statutes authorizes the executive session of a public body for the purpose of discussing the employment, hiring, appointment, promotion, demotion, disciplining, or resignation of any individual salaried public officer or employee. Correlation to the True North Statement: Exhibit: None Key Issues: N/A Funding Source: N/A Recommended Action: Convene in executive session to discuss the recruitment and selection process for the position of City Attorney, including potential candidates and the contracted recruitment firm, and, if necessary, take appropriate action in open session. ATTACHMENTS: None
July 21, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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All we can tell you about Item 43, the first Executive Session agenda item, is it's an accountant alleging a wrongful termination from the City.
43. Pursuant to Section 307B.4, Title 25, Oklahoma Statutes, consider convening in executive session to discuss the pending action in the District Court of Comanche County titled Julie Magness v. City of Lawton, CJ-2023-410 and, if necessary, take appropriate action in open session.
July 21, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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R. L. Smith has resigned. An appointee hand-picked by the Mayor will serve for at least a year in his seat.

R. L. Smith held his City Council seat for exactly 186 days, or 6 months and 5 days. About one eighth of what he signed up for last year.
41. Discuss the process for appointing a new council member to represent Ward 2 due to the resignation of Councilmember RL Smith and take action as deemed necessary. Item Title: Discuss the process for appointing a new council member to represent Ward 2 due to the resignation of Councilmember RL Smith and take action as deemed necessary. Initiator: Donalynn Blazek-Scherler, City Clerk, Stan Booker, Mayor Information Source: Stan Booker, Mayor Background: On July 17, 2025, Councilmember R.L. Smith submitted his written resignation from his position as the elected representative for Ward 2 on the Lawton City Council. As a result, the City Council must begin discussions regarding the appropriate process and timeline to appoint a qualified individual to fill the vacancy. The Council has sixty days to make an appointment to represent Ward 2 until the next eligible election. It is important to note that the deadline to submit a resolution for an election on September 9, 2025, has passed; therefore, that date is no longer available for consideration. Correlation to the True North Statement: Transparency and Trust Exhibit: Lawton City Charter, Section 2-10 Key Issues: N/A Funding Source: N/A Recommended Action: Discuss the process for appointing a new council member to represent Ward 2 due to the resignation of Councilmember RL Smith and take action as deemed necessary. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Section_C_2_10___Mayor_and_council_Vacancies Section C-2-9 - Mayor and councilmembers—Removal. The mayor or any councilmember may be removed from office for any cause specified by applicable state law for the removal of officers, and by the method or methods prescribed thereby, and by recall as provided in this Charter. (Amended: 3/21/95) Section C-2-10 - Mayor and council—Vacancies. The council, by majority vote of its remaining members, shall fill by appointment, vacancies in the office of mayor and in its own membership until successors are elected for the unexpired term of that office at the next possible municipal election. (Amended: 3/21/95)
July 21, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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This adds a section numbered 23-6-611 "Regulations for the storage and parking of commercial vehicles within the Downtown District" to the City Codes.

Why they're not amending 23-6-604 "Parking for certain purposes prohibited" or 23-6-605 "Authority to restrict parking time" instead is a mystery.
Municode library for Lawton. 23-6-604 - Parking for certain purposes prohibited. A.No person shall park his vehicle upon any street or highway for the principal purpose of:1.Displaying the vehicle for sale;2.Displaying advertising or displaying merchandise;3.Washing, greasing or repairing the vehicle except repairs necessitated by an emergency; and4.Selling merchandise or any other thing from vehicles parked as follows:a.Upon any street with a speed limit greater than twenty-five (25) miles per hour;b.Where the street width does not permit two-way traffic flow after the parking of the vehicle;c.In any area where parking is prohibited; ord.Within three hundred (300) feet of the nearest building line of any school or church building during a period extending from one hour prior to the beginning of school or church services to one hour following the ending or termination of school or church services. Cross reference— Businesses, itinerant vendors, Secs. 7-1201 et seq. of this code. 23-6-605 - Authority to restrict parking time. A.The city council, by resolution, may establish parking time limits, or prohibit parking, on designated streets and public property by having appropriate signs placed thereon.B.When such signs are in place, no person shall park a vehicle in violation thereof. (Ord. 2001-36, Amended, 12/18/2001)
July 21, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Item 40 for the Lawton City Council tomorrow proposes changes to the "downtown" parking rules.
40. Consider approving an ordinance pertaining to Vehicles and Traffic, creating Section 23-6-611 in Article 23-6, Chapter 23, Lawton City Code 2015, establishing regulations for the storage and parking of commercial vehicles within the downtown district, limiting long-term commercial parking in the downtown district on public streets and parking, providing for codification, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. Item Title: Consider approving an ordinance pertaining to Vehicles and Traffic, creating Section 23-6-611 in Article 23-6, Chapter 23, Lawton City Code 2015, establishing regulations for the storage and parking of commercial vehicles within the downtown district, limiting long-term commercial parking in the downtown district on public streets and parking, providing for codification, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. Initiator: Michael Watrous, Director Information Source: Michael Watrous, Director Background: On 8 April, a citizen submitted a request to the planning department to request no parking after 5PM signs in front of their business. Planning forwarded the request to Public Works. Public Works investigated the issue and did not recommend no parking signs be placed, as these parking spaces are public parking spaces and would set a potential precedent for similar on-street parking throughout downtown, creating multiple, similar requests. When the request was brought the Streets, Bridges and Building Development Committee in April, the committee decided that a code change prohibiting long-term commercial vehicle parking in the downtown area would be the best solution. Public Works then drafted the code and coordinated with the Planning and Community Enrichment Departments to ensure the wording would be sufficient. Correlation to the True North Statement: Transparency, Citizen Exhibit: Ordinance 25-______ Key Issues: Funding Source: N/A Recommended Action: Recommend approving an ordinance pertaining to Vehicles and Traffic, creating Section 23-6- 611 in Article 23-6, Chapter 23, Lawton City Code 2015, establishing regulations for the storage and parking of commercial vehicles within the downtown district, limiting long-term commercial parking in the downtown district on public streets and parking, providing for codification, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAWTON, OKLAHOMA: SECTION 1. Section 23-6-611 is hereby established in Chapter 23 of the Lawton City Code to read as follows: 23-6-611 - Regulations for the storage and parking of commercial vehicles within the Downtown District A. The provisions of this section apply to the parking of vehicles within the downtown district, as defined in 18-8-1-105. B. Definitions. 1. As used in the article, the length of any vehicle, including trailers, shall be measured from the front most point of any part or appurtenance of the vehicle to the rearmost point of any part or appurtenance of the vehicle, to include the bumpers, the tongue of a trailer, or any cargo, equipment, or other object attached, loaded or mounted upon the vehicle while it is parked. C. On-street parking, where not otherwise prohibited, shall be in accordance with Article 23-6 of this code and further shall be subject to the following provisions: D. Parking of commercial vehicles shall be subject to the following restrictions: 1. Box trucks, step vans, or other vehicles primarily designed or used for the transport of goods or equipment, having an enclosed cargo area and a body length of ten (10) feet or greater, with or without a trailer, shall not be parked on public streets or in parking spaces on public streets, except during active loading or unloading. 2. This restriction does not apply to: a. Pickup trucks or flatbed trucks without an enclosed cargo box, regardless of length. b. Personal vehicles registered to individuals and not marked with commercial signage. c. Commercial vehicles actively performing deliveries or services, provided they do not exceed 90 minutes in duration and are not left unattended. 3. Any vehicle displaying commercial signage and meeting the box truck definition above shall be presumed to be a commercial vehicle subject to this section unless the owner can demonstrate non-commercial use. E. Failure to abide by this ordinance may result in actions including warnings, citations, and impoundment of vehicles if necessary as provided for in 23-21-2104. SECTION 2. Codification. Section 23-6-611 shall be codified in Article 23-6, Chapter 23, Lawton City Code 2015.
July 21, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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Item 39 on the agenda.

It's amending ordinance 20-1-101 with some tricky language.
Item Title: Consider approving an Ordinance pertaining to Streets and Sidewalks, amending Section 20-1- 101, Article 20-1, Chapter 20, Lawton City Code 2015, by revising the responsibility to maintain obstructions that are authorized, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. Initiator: Michael Watrous, Director Information Source: Michael Watrous, Director Background: This ordinance clarifies current code by clearly stating that approved obstructions must be maintained by the property owner. This allows city staff to better ensure that items within the city right-of-way are maintained, such as drainage culverts under private driveways. This item met the Streets, Bridges and Building Development Committee on 24 June 2025 with a recommendation to approve. This item was reviewed by legal on 27 June 2025. Correlation to the True North Statement: Efficiency, Transparency, Safety Exhibit: Ordnance 25-_______ Key Issues: Currently, code is ambiguous when it comes to private obstructions in city right of ways. Funding Source: N/A Recommended Action: Recommend approving an Ordinance pertaining to Streets and Sidewalks, amending Section 20- 1-101, Article 20-1, Chapter 20, Lawton City Code 2015, by revising the responsibility to maintain obstructions that are authorized, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. ATTACHMENTS: 1. 20-1-101 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Lawton, Oklahoma, that: Section 1. Section 20-1-101 is hereby amended to read as follows: 20-1-101 - Certain obstructions prohibited—Revocable permits and fees. A 1. No person may obstruct any street, avenue, alley, crosswalk, sidewalk, right-of-way, easement or public ground in the city by placing, erecting, constructing or maintaining any structure over, upon, under, or across any such area or by placing any bush, hedge or fence on such area or by blocking by any means except as authorized in this code. Provided, however, that any obstruction or constructions in or upon any city right-of-way existing prior to December 14, 1994, is hereby permitted so long as the city' s right to the use of said easements or rights of way is not impaired or diminished. Provided further that certain limited encroachments as described below may be granted administratively through the building permit process and by the city council upon the issuance of a revocable permit. All permitted and authorized obstructions will be the responsibility of the property owner to maintain for the life of the obstruction or until removed, at which point the right of way location must be restored to its original state.
July 21, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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And we're back.

Item 38. Consider receiving a presentation from Public Service Organization Family Promise and approving a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Project for the acquisition and rehabilitation of building and property located at 1308 SW D Ave.
Item Title: Consider receiving a presentation from Public Service Organization Family Promise and approving a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Project for the acquisition and rehabilitation of building and property located at 1308 SW D Ave. Initiator: Charlotte Brown, Deputy Director Information Source: Gary Brooks, Community Development - Administrator Background: Family Promise is the only CHDO that operates within the City of Lawton, and they have an agreement that expired June 30, 2025, with the City of Lawton for a 5 unit project for $300,000. This proposed project will be included into a new agreement in the amount of $540,000 total. The property is currently listed at $110,000, with the potential to be negotiated down to $95,000. A prior contractor’s estimate for full renovation is $365,000, bringing the total project cost to approximately $460,000. In comparison, our current CHDO contract allocates $300,000 for 5 units, or $60,000 per unit. Redeveloping The Landings would allow us to complete 11 units at just over $41,800 per unit, creating more than double the number of units for a comparable cost per unit while consolidating services and management at a single site. HOME Grants have CHDO set-aside funding dating back to 2017 that can only be spent on CHDO projects. The CHDO will be acquiring the property similar to the MIGHT program acquiring the old Elementary School for the Day Center. Correlation to the True North Statement: Exhibit: 1308 SW D Ave. CHDO Proposal, County Report, County Treasurer, Family Promise 2024 CHDO Operating Expense Agreement Key Issues: City of Lawton’s need for transitional Housing for those that are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Funding Source: $540,000 FFY 2017 -2024 HOME Entitlement Grant Recommended Action: Consider and approve the proposed CHDO Project. ATTACHMENTS: 1. signed 2024 CHDO Agreement 2. 1308 SW D Chdo proposal 3. 1308 SW D County Report 4. 1308 SW D Tax County Treasurer Executive Summary Family Promise of Lawton is requesting an increase in CHDO set-aside funding to support the acquisition and redevelopment of The Landings, a small apartment complex located at 1308 SW D Avenue. This property includes 11 units, a laundromat, and dedicated space for a case management office, making it a prime opportunity to expand our affordable housing portfolio and deliver wraparound services onsite. The property is currently listed at $110,000, with the potential to be negotiated down to $95,000. A prior contractor’s estimate for full renovation is $365,000, bringing the total project cost to approximately $460,000. In comparison, our current CHDO contract allocates $300,000 for 5 units, or $60,000 per unit. Redeveloping The Landings would allow us to complete 11 units at just over $41,800 per unit, creating more than double the number of units for a comparable cost per unit while consolidating services and management at a single site. Each unit will be a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment, ideal for struggling families in need of stable, long-term housing. The complex is gated, offering safety and privacy for vulnerable households, and is well-suited for children and medically fragile adults. The Landings is also located adjacent to a known encampment area (“Tent City”), which has been a challenge for the current private owner. However, for Family Promise, this proximity presents a unique opportunity to engage and stabilize some of the most underserved individuals in our community through intentional outreach, shelter diversion, and housing-first strategies. This project aligns with our mission to end family homelessness and strengthens the continuum of care in Lawton by bridging emergency services with permanent housing solutions. Project Timeline ● June–July 2025: Acquisition and Environmental Review ● August–October 2025: Permitting and Rehab Start ● November 2025–March 2026: Unit Completion and Lease-Up ● April 2026: Full Occupancy and Services Begin Long-Term Plan & Sustainability Units will be rented to qualifying households within HOME income guidelines and maintained as affordable for the required affordability period, in compliance with all federal CHDO requirements. Rent levels will be structured to remain accessible for extremely low- to low-income households while generating sufficient revenue to support property operations, maintenance, and asset management. Property management will be provided by Family Promise of Lawton’s internal housing team, leveraging our existing expertise in compliance, tenant engagement, and supportive housing. Tenancy outcomes will be tracked using both Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data and internal evaluation tools to ensure effectiveness, transparency, and accountability. Photo of the building, which is burned out and missing bricks with exposed framing in places.
July 21, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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And that is the end of the consent agenda. Need to take a break before coming back to the Business Items.
Business Items 38. Consider receiving a presentation from Public Service Organization Family Promise and approving a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Project for the acquisition and rehabilitation of building and property located at 1308 SW D Ave. 39. Consider approving an Ordinance pertaining to Streets and Sidewalks, amending Section 20-1-101, Article 20-1, Chapter 20, Lawton City Code 2015, by revising the responsibility to maintain obstructions that are authorized, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. 40. Consider approving an ordinance pertaining to Vehicles and Traffic, creating Section 23-6-611 in Article 23-6, Chapter 23, Lawton City Code 2015, establishing regulations for the storage and parking of commercial vehicles within the downtown district, limiting long-term commercial parking in the downtown district on public streets and parking, providing for codification, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. 41. Discuss the process for appointing a new council member to represent Ward 2 due to the resignation of Councilmember RL Smith and take action as deemed necessary Staff Reports 42. Receive a report from the Community Enrichment Department regarding the current status of the Housing & Community Development Division. Executive Session 43. Pursuant to Section 307B.4, Title 25, Oklahoma Statutes, consider convening in executive session to discuss the pending action in the District Court of Comanche County titled Julie Magness v. City of Lawton, CJ-2023-410 and, if necessary, take appropriate action in open session. 44. Pursuant to Section 307(B)(1), Title 25, Oklahoma Statutes, consider convening in executive session to discuss the recruitment and selection process for the position of City Attorney, including potential candidates and the contracted recruitment firm, and, if necessary, take appropriate action in open session.
July 21, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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37. Consider approving appointments to boards and commissions.

There is only one appointment. Doug Stephens by Mayoral Appointment to the FISTA Development Trust Authority.
FISTA DEVELOPMENT TRUST AUTHORITY: Doug Stephens – Mayoral Appointment 1110 NW St James Place Lawton, OK 73505 UT 08/24/2027
July 21, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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36. Consider approving claims list from June 19, 2025 through July 10, 2025.

Nothing says "Transparency and Trust" like being told the information is "Documented Separately" and "on file at the City Clerk's Office" (must be requested) before the number of attachments being declared as "none", huh.
Item Title: Consider approving claims lists from June 19, 2025 through July 10, 2025. Initiator: Rebecca Johnson, Director Information Source: Rebecca Johnson, Director Background: In accordance with Section 10-1-126 of the City of Lawton Code of Ordinances, the process for reviewing, approving, and reporting the payment of invoices is designed to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and policies. Invoices that meet all requirements under state and local regulations are approved for payment on a weekly basis. To maintain transparency and accountability, a list of all invoices proposed for payment is distributed to the city manager, city clerk, and internal auditor at least 24 hours before payments are issued. This list is also made available for review by the city council and the public in the city clerk's office. Additionally, the finance director provides the city council with a comprehensive list of all invoices paid since the last council meeting. This ensures council members are informed of financial transactions and can address any concerns or exceptions. The attached claims list complies with these procedures and is submitted for council review as part of the regular agenda. Correlation to the True North Statement: Transparency and Trust. Exhibit: Claims List are on file in the City Clerk's Office. Key Issues: None. Funding Source: Documented Separately on the Claims Lists. Recommended Action: Consider approving the Claims Lists from June 19, 2025 through July 10, 2025. ATTACHMENTS: None
July 21, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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35. Dilapidated houses. The inclusion of the actual invoices is a thing to behold.
35. Consider determining the actual costs of the dismantling and removal of dilapidated buildings and other expenses that may be necessary in conjunction with same by approving invoices for demolition of properties as required by 11 O.S. § 22-112.4 for properties located at 1609 SW Douglass Avenue and 511 SW Monroe Avenue. handwritten invoice for $3495.00 for "Demolition" on 6/27/25. No other numbers. handwritten invoice for $1950.00 for "Demolition" on 7/7/25.
July 21, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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In the attachments for 34, there's curb extensions on the list of available measures. This City never does curb extensions.
Placing corner extensions reduces lane width, slowing tra Ưic. This measure can be installed on NW 64th street, however since a stop sign already exists here, would have little effect.
July 21, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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Item 34. We are assuming they want stop signs at the intersection because the address they listed would be a few lots into the block, which would be a weird place for a stop sign.
34. Receive a traffic report and consider the installation of traffic-control measures in the form of stop signs at 6414 NW Elm Ave. A map showing the location, not at the end of a block, two lots from the intersection. Followed by text from the Public Works Department: Based on the information gathered on the area, Public Works does not recommend any measures be enacted. The location does not meet the council policy threshold for the average vehicles per day (91% of the action threshold), and at only 33 vehicles measured, there is not a significant amount of vehicles traveling at excess speeds to warrant the cost of traƯic control measures on the segment. Is traƯic calming is requested by the councilmember, other options are available in the last section of this report in order of Public Works recommendations for the specific area.
July 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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32 and 33 are easements.

For the easement at 1904 NW Cache Road, the City is paying $15,000.

For the easement near SE Flower Mound, the City is paying $34,200.
32. Consider accepting the permanent utility and access easement from FSP Investments, LLC for property located at 1904 NW Cache Road for the water main and sidewalk project # PU2107, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document and payment for the same. 33. Consider approving an easement for a 12" force main to be constructed on the Commissioners of the Land Office property located at SE Flower Mound Road and SE Woodlawn Road, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document, and issue payment for the same.
July 21, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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31. This is a trick.

The Pecan Valley Petitioners have LEDA on the backfoot. This looks like appeasement but there's no reason here that once Firehawk is established, they won't expand the I-4 zoning right where they already want it.
31. Consider modifying the direction given to staff at the June 10, 2025 City Council meeting regarding the 320-acre tract of land located west of NW Goodyear Blvd/NW 97th Street and north of what would be the extension of W Gore Blvd, by directing staff to proceed with the administrative rezoning to the most appropriate zoning district(s), as determined by the Planning Director, to fit the needs of the proposed Firehawk Aerospace development, to include processing a Use Permitted on Review if necessary. Item Title: Consider modifying the direction given to staff at the June 10, 2025 City Council meeting regarding the 320-acre tract of land located west of NW Goodyear Blvd/NW 97th Street and north of what would be the extension of W Gore Blvd, by directing staff to proceed with the administrative rezoning to the most appropriate zoning district(s), as determined by the Planning Director, to fit the needs of the proposed Firehawk Aerospace development, to include processing a Use Permitted on Review if necessary. Initiator: Christine James, Director Information Source: Christine James, Director, Richard Rogalski, LEDA Executive Director Background: After further discussion with Firehawk Aerospace and getting a better understanding of their intended use of the property, it has been determined that the entire 320-acre tract does not require I-4, Heavy Industrial zoning. Only a portion of the property would require the more intense I-4 zoning, allowing the remaining acreage to be zoned to less intense zoning that is more compatible with the adjacent land use. LEDA and the Planning staff will continue discussions with Firehawk to determine the most appropriate zoning for the property. Correlation to the True North Statement: Exhibit: N/A Key Issues: N/A Funding Source: N/A Recommended Action: Modify the direction given to staff at the June 10, 2025 City Council meeting regarding the 320- acre tract of land located west of NW Goodyear Blvd/NW 97th Street and north of what would be the extension of W Gore Blvd, by directing staff to proceed with the administrative rezoning to the most appropriate zoning district(s), as determined by the Planning Director, to fit the needs of the proposed Firehawk Aerospace development, to include processing a Use Permitted on Review if necessary.
July 21, 2025 at 6:47 PM