Public Meetings - Cleveland County, Oklahoma

The Infrastructure Committee met on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 10:30 AM in Norman, Oklahoma. Chairman Douglas Warr presided over the meeting, which included a roll call, approval of prior minutes, a detailed infrastructure report, and a discussion on long-term county planning. The meeting adjourned at 10:37 AM. Consent Calendar - No consent items were on the agenda or discussed. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public signed up to speak, and no public comments were made. Discussion Items - Approval of Minutes: A motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes of the March 26, 2026 regular meeting. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. - Infrastructure Report (Item 2): Lisa presented a report on behalf of Brian Wint (absent), covering current county projects: - The Sheriff’s Office has moved in, with a few minor issues resolved. - The lighting project for offices and corridors is complete; work is now adding lighting to courtrooms and restrooms. - The elevator project has no start date yet. - Air handler replacements have no start date yet. - The county is evaluating replacing failing asphalt at the Couch Center with concrete, potentially expanding the back parking lot. - The county is seeking a tenant for the sixth floor of the Vista Building. - Roof replacement at the South Annex has begun and is expected to take one week to ten days. - Fairgrounds arena improvements are being considered, including restroom updates and a wash bay replacement. - Board Member Statements: Member Jacob reiterated the need for a formal plan of action for future county growth, including a one-year, five-year, and ten-year plan for space, storage, personnel, and courtrooms. He urged elected officials to communicate their needs so the committee can plan proactively. Chairman Warr acknowledged the request and stated he would bring it to the next Budget Board meeting (which had occurred earlier that week) and allow elected officials time to discuss their needs. Key Outcomes - The minutes of the March 26, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously. - The infrastructure report was received and discussed; no formal action was taken on the projects listed. - Chairman Warr committed to raising the long-term planning issue at a future Budget Board meeting, asking elected officials to provide their anticipated needs within roughly a month. - The meeting adjourned at 10:37 AM.

The Cleveland County Excise Board met on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Cleveland County Office Building in Norman, Oklahoma. The board unanimously approved the minutes of the previous meeting and a series of fund transfers and temporary appropriations for local school districts. No public comments were made. Approval of Minutes - Approved the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 26, 2026. Key Outcomes All items were approved by unanimous votes (Chairman Thompson and Member Wullich voting yes; Vice-Chairman Edge absent). - Item 2: Approved transfer of $200,000 from County Treasurer Personnel Services (100150-51000) to County Treasurer Capital Outlay (100150-55000) for replacement of office furniture and equipment. - Item 3: Approved transfer of $5,000 from Sheriff General Personnel (100552-51000) to Sheriff General Travel (100500-53000) for the Oklahoma Gang Investigator Conference (June 22–26, 2026, in Lawton, OK), sending 4 deputies and 1 detention officer. - Item 4: Approved transfer of $5,000 from Sheriff General Personnel (100552-51000) to Sheriff General M&O (100500-54000) for general operations in FY26. - Item 5: Approved transfer of $15,000 from Sheriff General Personnel (100500-51000) to Sheriff General M&O (100500-54000) for general operations in FY26. - Item 6: Approved transfer of $90,000 from Sheriff Detention General Personnel (100552-51000) to Sheriff General Capital Outlay (100500-55000) to purchase two Tahoes from the Mustang Police Department. - Item 7: Approved transfer of $35,000 from District 1 Personnel (100910-51000) to District 1 M&O (100910-54000) for road material and repairs, due to personnel needs shifting to FY27. - Item 8: Approved temporary appropriations for Moore Public Schools (District I-002) for FY2026-2027: General Fund $250,555,314; Building Fund $22,341,362; Child Nutrition Fund $14,456,024. - Item 9: Approved temporary appropriations for Little Axe Public Schools (District I-70) for FY2026-2027: General Fund $11,046,811; Building Fund $366,547; Child Nutrition Fund $714,416; Co-op Fund $10,091. - Item 10: Approved transfer of $219,080.38 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) M&O (112120-54000) to ARPA County Clerk Scanning Project (112120-54860). The County Clerk confirmed the funds are eligible for this project. - Item 11: Approved temporary appropriations for Noble Board of Education for FY2026-2027: General Fund (Current Expense) $34,000,000; Building Fund (Current Expense) $5,650,000. Board Member Statements and Announcements No significant statements were made. Chairman Thompson thanked staff for guidance, and the meeting adjourned.

The Cleveland County Tax Roll Correction Board met on April 30, 2026, at 9:30 AM local time (corresponding to the UTC timestamp 2026-04-30 15:30:00+00:00) in Norman, Oklahoma. The board approved the previous meeting's minutes, handled a petition for tax roll correction, and adjourned. All votes were unanimous. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The board approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on March 26, 2026, by unanimous voice vote. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public signed up to speak. Discussion Items - Petition TRC-2026-04-30 (Petition 39909): Board member Douglas Warr requested that petition 39909 be pulled from the consent list for separate discussion. The petition concerned a tax roll correction for a salon in Norman, Oklahoma. The former owner rendered business personal property assets on a Form 901 in 2024, and the county assessed and notified the owner at that time. The business closed at the end of 2024, and a new owner took over in 2025. The new owner sought to correct the assessed value based on the previous owner's rendition, arguing they were not involved in the original filing. Warr explained that the 2024 rendition was properly filed and accepted, taxes were paid, and the new owner did not receive a notice for the 2024 assessment because it was sent to the then-owner. He argued that the correction should be denied because the previous owner properly rendered assets and the current owner has no standing to retroactively modify that rendition. Board member Robin Thompson (likely Vice-Chair Chuck Thompson) asked clarifying questions about notification to the new owner, but ultimately supported the denial. The board voted unanimously to deny petition 39909. Key Outcomes - Minutes: Approved unanimously. - Petition 39909: Denied unanimously (3-0). All other petitions on the agenda were approved in a single motion without discussion. - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

The meeting was called to order, but the agenda was marked as "TEST" and the available transcript contains only brief unrelated conversation between individuals, with no substantive discussion of agenda items. No minutes were provided for reference. A discrepancy exists between the agenda's listed start time (3:15 PM local) and the user-provided meeting time (09:30 UTC). No actions, votes, or public comments were recorded. Consent Calendar No items were presented or approved. Public Comments & Testimony No public comments were made. Discussion Items No discussion occurred on any agenda items based on the available transcript. Key Outcomes No decisions, votes, or directives were recorded. The meeting appears to have been either a test session or a meeting with no substantive business conducted.

The Cleveland County Board of County Commissioners held its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 3:15 PM in the Commissioners’ Office, 201 South Jones, Suite 200, Norman, OK. No transcript or minutes were provided, so the summary reflects only the agenda items scheduled. Agenda Overview - Call to Order, Roll Call, Prayer, Pledge of Allegiance – Standard opening procedures. - Approval of Minutes – Scheduled. - Public Comment – Allowed on agenda items, 2 minutes per person, total 10 minutes, first-come-first-served with a "Request to Speak" form. - Consent Items – Routine items approved by single vote, subject to individual consideration if requested. - Bid Opening, Departmental Items, New Business, Board Member Statements, Unfinished Business, Executive Session – Listed but no details available. - Adjournment – Scheduled. No votes, discussions, or decisions are recorded in the provided source material. Note: The agenda indicates the meeting notice was posted on October 7, 2025, which appears inconsistent with the meeting date; this discrepancy is from the source.

The Board of County Commissioners met on April 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM in Norman, Oklahoma. The meeting was called to order with prayer and pledge, followed by roll call. The board approved the minutes of the April 20, 2026 meeting and then moved through a consent agenda covering 25 items, including resolutions, agreements, contracts, and appropriations. A single bid opening and one unfinished business item were also addressed. No public comments were recorded. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (Item 1): Motion to approve the minutes of the April 20, 2026 meeting passed unanimously (vote: 3-0). - Consent Items (Items 2–26): The board voted unanimously to approve all items on the consent agenda. These included: - Resolution appointing members to the Cleveland County Wellness Committee. - Request to apply for a $250,000 U.S. Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant. - Appointment of Holly Proctor as Receiving Officer for all Commissioner accounts. - Resolutions for disposing of equipment via Purple Wave Auction and a surplus declaration for a nibbler. - Jail service agreement renewals with the City of Lexington ($68/day per inmate) and the City of Moore. - Memorandum of Understanding with the Oklahoma Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. - Collection Facility Agreement with OSBI for CODIS participation. - Addendum to MOU with OSBI regarding ICAC affiliate agents. - School Resource Officer agreement with Little Axe Public Schools ($7,500/month for 2026-2027). - Bid SHE-2153 requiring three quotes for trash bags due to price increases. - County Clerk items: blanket purchase order review, travel/operations claims, payroll for period ending April 15, 2026, and copier maintenance contracts. - Assessor: Tyler Technologies contract ($7,400 for Time & Attendance implementation). - Treasurer: renewal of storage contract with Underground Vaults & Storage ($700.56/year); software/hardware maintenance ($27,651 and $6,503.64); Eureka Water contract ($4.99/month + $7/bottle); appropriations for March 16–April 15, 2026 (totaling over $2.1 million across 27 funds); amendment to online auction agreement with GovEase Auction. - IT: addition of Scott Klepper as Receiving Officer for IT accounts. Discussion Items - Bid Opening – Item 27 (Sound Suppressors): Bid SHE-2193 for a one-year non-encumbered contract to purchase .30 caliber sound suppressors for the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office, contract term May 15, 2026 to May 14, 2027. The board voted unanimously to accept and postpone the bid, directing staff to strip, purchase, qualify, tabulate, and report back to the board. - Unfinished Business – Item 28 (Highway & Bridge Materials): Bid HWY-2191 for a one-year non-encumbered contract for highway and bridge materials for the County Commissioners, term May 5, 2026 to May 4, 2027. No further action was recorded in the transcript beyond the item being introduced. Key Outcomes - Minutes approved (unanimous). - Consent agenda approved (unanimous), including all 25 routine items listed above. - Bid SHE-2193 (sound suppressors) was accepted and postponed for staff review and report. - Bid HWY-2191 (highway/bridge materials) was noted as unfinished business; no vote or further discussion was captured in the transcript. - No executive session or additional new business was reported in the provided transcript. Note: The transcript is very brief and does not capture public comments, item-by-item debate, or the executive session items (30-31) listed on the agenda. The summary reflects only actions and discussions evidenced in the transcript and agenda.

The Cleveland County Budget Board convened on April 27, 2026, at 10:30 AM in Norman, Oklahoma, with Chairman Jacob McHughes presiding. The board considered multiple fund transfers, appropriations, and received updates on infrastructure, employee benefits, and safety. All actions were approved unanimously where votes were recorded. Discussion Items - Approval of Minutes: The board approved the minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting. - Highway District 1 Fund Transfer: Approved transfer of $35,000 from Personnel (100910-51000) to M&O (100910-54000) for road materials and repairs, due to shifted personnel needs. - Sheriff’s Office Fund Transfers: - $5,000 from Detention Personnel (100552-51000) to General M&O (100500-54000) for general operations. - $90,000 from Detention Personnel (100552-51000) to Capital Outlay (100500-55000) for purchase of two Tahoes from Mustang Police Department. - $15,000 from General Personnel (100500-51000) to General M&O (100500-54000) for general operations. - $5,000 from Detention Personnel Services (100552-51000) to Travel (100500-53000) for the Oklahoma Gang Investigators Conference (June 22–26, 2026 in Lawton, OK). - County Clerk Fund Transfer: Approved $219,080.38 from ARPA M&O (112120-54000) to ARPA Scanning Project (112120-54860). - Assessor – Board of Equalization Extension: Approved extending the Board of Equalization meeting deadline to no later than July 31, 2025 (per Title 68, Section 2863), to allow processing of late protests. - Treasurer Fund Transfer: Approved $200,000 from Personnel Services (100150-51000) to Capital Outlay (100150-55000) for replacement of office furniture and equipment. - Appropriations (March 16 – April 15, 2026): Approved a list of 27 appropriations totaling $2,229,080.69, covering American Rescue Plan, Assessor Revolving, Bridge & Road Improvement districts, County Clerk fees, Fairgrounds, Farm Market, Health, Highway districts, Jail Commissary, Sales Tax, Sheriff Service Fees, Stop Violence Against Women, and Treasurer Certification Fee. - Employee Benefits Committee Update: Discussed setting aside $50,000 as a placeholder for potential retired employee OPERS liability costs. Board member expressed support for creating a reserve fund for unexpected expenses, noting transparency in the budget process. - Infrastructure Committee Update: A board member reported completion of the old election board parking lot, which improved access to the fairgrounds. Upcoming projects include: - Sheriff’s Office grand opening on May 6, 2026 (already moved in nearly two weeks prior). - Detention center improvements: second garden area, replacement of padded cells (“cool down room”), elevator upgrade in the courthouse. - Courthouse lighting retrofit (motion sensor, energy-saving). - Partial courtroom lighting work, new roof on the South Annex building, and replacement of an old air handler (from the 1960s) in the old courthouse basement. - Safety & Emergency Management Director Presentation: Listed on the agenda but no discussion was recorded in the transcript. - IT Assessment Update: The National Association of Counties CIO completed an assessment; a preliminary draft is under review and a final report is expected before the end of the week. - Property Value Notices: The County Assessor explained that notices are mailed when market values change, per state law, and highlighted additional exemption information included to help residents save money. - Budget Deadlines: County Clerk reminded all offices that budgets are due by May 1, 2026. A special Budget Board meeting will be scheduled after Excise Board approval. - Board Member Statements: No additional new business was reported. Key Outcomes - All fund transfers (items 2–6, 8) were approved unanimously based on roll call votes. - The Board of Equalization extension (item 7) was approved. - The appropriations package (item 9) was approved. - The plan to create a $50,000 placeholder for retired employee OPERS liabilities was endorsed and will be included in the employee benefits budget. - The board received updates on infrastructure and IT assessments with no further action required. - The meeting adjourned after unanimous vote.

The Cleveland County Wellness Committee held its regular meeting on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the Cleveland County Office Building in Norman, Oklahoma. The meeting covered the wellness app initiative, gym equipment repairs, an employee health clinic update, and proposed low-cost blood tests. The meeting notice was posted on April 22, 2026. Minutes of the January 30, 2026 Meeting The agenda included approval of the January 30, 2026 regular meeting minutes. The provided transcript does not contain a separate discussion or roll-call action on those minutes. Wellness Initiative - Members discussed a new wellness app program, including a $250 cost, additional fees for faster/professional setup, and a fee to continue the app in future years. - The program is grant-funded and must be completed by September 30; one member said this may be the only year the funding is available. - The intended start date was May 1, but the developer had been emailed questions every day and had not given a solid completion date. Members said the app might be available by mid-May. - The committee planned to review user feedback and participation before committing county funds going forward. Report on County Wellness Gym Facility - Lisa Painter reported that PR Fitness visited on April 8 and gave a quote for repairing one elliptical, a couple of treadmills, and starting a rower. A purchase order had been issued, but the repair had not yet been scheduled. - Two treadmills had known issues: one made a noise but still worked, and the other would not work because of a problem with the emergency stop. - Members observed that the first two treadmills are virtually brand new because employees tend to choose the last two treadmills in line, so they discussed rotating the machines to better use all of them. - A member suggested looking into a treadmill on a lower floor for employees who cannot climb stairs. A stationary bicycle was also mentioned as an alternative. The committee agreed to check options for placement and equipment. Emergency Management Director Update The Emergency Management Director said their update was already covered under item seven, and deferred to that item. Employee Health Clinic Update - On-site clinic visits have increased in recent months, with March reporting the highest number of visits ever recorded. - The clinic is staffed by Elizabeth? (spelled from transcription as "Alison"), and is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Telemedicine services are available, and the clinic provides B12 injections and seasonal vaccines. Employees were encouraged to take advantage of these resources. Wellness Checkups During April and May - The committee discussed a negotiated blood-test package. The price is $50 per person, plus a $25 phlebotomy fee, for a total of $75 per employee. - The package includes CBC, a metabolic panel, lipids, glucose, estrogen and progesterone for women, and PSA and testosterone for men. - The phlebotomy team is willing to come on-site, including to individual offices, the sheriff's office, and the barns, but not the jail. - The cost to the employee is nothing; the county or the program would cover the fee. However, the Board of County Commissioners has not yet approved the program. - A member noted that health insurance typically does not pay for labs unless they are ordered by a doctor. Members shared examples of paying $100-$120 per panel and, in one member's case, about $600 for a full panel. - Several members expressed strong support for the $75 on-site blood testing option, calling it a great price and a "great thing." Others stressed the importance of clearly communicating the value to county employees so participation would be high. - A member said the plan is to use the same grant funds as the wellness app, but final approval must come from the county commissioners. New Business, Member Statements, and Announcements - Members were reminded that their names would be on a resolution to be reviewed by the Board of County Commissioners on the following Monday to reaffirm membership. They were invited to report any hesitation or need for a alternate before that time. - The committee unanimously passed a motion recommending that the current committee members be confirmed by the Board of County Commissioners. - Upcoming events were announced: a cooking class at the library, a May 1 Extension open house starting at 1:00 p.m. celebrating 112 years of extension and the new building, and a craft fair at the fairgrounds on May 7-9. Key Outcomes - No formal action was completed or was placed pending the project; the app and gym repairs remain scheduled through the purchase order and active follow-up. - The wellness blood-test proposal was publicized to be awaiting Board of County Commissioners approval before being offered to employees. - The committee voted unanimously to recommend the current membership for confirmation by the Board of County Commissioners. - The meeting was adjourned after a motion and second, with all presenting members voting in favor.

The Cleveland County Community Sentencing Planning Council held its regular meeting on April 14, 2026, at 8:30 AM in Norman, Oklahoma. The council discussed the FY2027 Plan and Budget, reviewed bills and fiscal reports, heard updates from the District Attorney's office and probation, and explored expanding program utilization for homeless populations. Consent Calendar - The council approved the minutes of the January 13, 2026 regular meeting. - Approved payment for FY2027 services using 210 administrative fees for: Heritage therapeutic services (domestic abuse assessments), Innovative Court Solutions (drug testing), Team (hair follicle testing), CARTA (transportation), Attenti (remote alcohol monitors), and South Central Industries (drug testing supplies). Discussion Items - FY2027 Plan and Budget Request: Staff presented the budget based on current trends, noting only 52 participants in the program (down from a typical 75-85). The budget is lower due to reduced numbers. Discussion focused on low enrollment despite 22 LSI orders in the last quarter and 28 eligible LSIs awaiting plea. A new 30-day turnaround process was proposed, similar to Comanche County's successful model. - Review of Bills (Jan-Mar 2026): Staff reported that not all March bills were received. The council reviewed the bills list provided in the packet. - Fiscal Year Report: The council reviewed current budget ($50,000), expenditures ($20,892), and balance ($29,000). The admin fee fund balance is $65,827. Staff expressed desire to increase participation to over 100. - ADA Presentation: New Assistant District Attorney Hannah Whitefield (started March 1) reported on Jan-Mar 2026 activity: 52 participants, 22 LSIs ordered, 8 pled into program, 3 graduations in March, 17 sanctions across 13 participants, 8 incentives across 8 participants. She outlined efforts to improve collaboration with original ADAs and streamline LSI orders. - Probation Officer Report: Officer Michael Ramsbacher (DOC) reported 1 absconder and 1 incarcerated participant (Michael Taylor to IRF). Highlighted success stories including Tommy Richardson, who benefited from BA resources. Emphasized trauma-based criminality and program effectiveness. - New Business – Homeless Population: A board member suggested using the program to help the homeless population. Discussion noted that most homeless offenses are misdemeanors (trespassing) which may not meet program criteria. The board decided to agendize a presentation from Norman's PACE team at the next meeting to explore overlap and potential collaboration. Key Outcomes - The council approved the FY2027 Plan and Budget Request. - Approved the payment list for FY2027 services. - Approved the review of bills for January-February-March 2026 (though March bills incomplete). - Received and accepted the fiscal year report and ADA presentation. - Agreed to invite the City of Norman's PACE team to present at the next regular meeting to discuss homeless population interactions. - No additional board statements or new business were introduced; meeting adjourned. Note: The transcript did not include explicit vote tallies; all actions appeared to pass by consensus or motion without dissent.