Cleveland County Infrastructure Committee Regular Meeting

[Introductory paragraph: The Cleveland County Infrastructure Committee met on March 26, 2026, at 10:30 AM (per agenda and transcript) in Norman, Oklahoma. Chairman Warr called the meeting to order at 10:33 AM with members Wint, Howlett, and Balkman present; Finley and Braley absent. The committee reviewed an infrastructure report, approved prior minutes, and discussed ongoing facilities projects including the sheriff's office move, courthouse elevator upgrades, and lighting controls. No public comments were received.]

Consent Calendar

• [No consent calendar items were listed on the agenda.]

Public Comments & Testimony

• No members of the public signed up to speak; the public comment period was closed without comment.

Discussion Items

• Approval of Minutes: The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 26, 2026 regular meeting. (Motion by Wint, seconded by Howlett; roll call all yes.)
• Infrastructure Report by Brian Wint:
  • 631 Building/Election Board Building: A dock piece of equipment was installed; remodeling of the building (windows) is ongoing. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for March 27 to replace broken glass. Funding comes from previously returned project funds.
  • Sheriff's Office: Moving date is May 10, 2026. A ribbon cutting ceremony is planned for May 6 at 10:00 AM (or 11:00 AM – speaker corrected to May 6). Tours will be offered. The facility is nearing completion with flooring done, paint touch-ups, cameras being installed, and fiber connectivity between buildings.
  • Detention Center: Dirt work has started; the Lexan project is ongoing. Non-working lights were fixed. Cool down rooms (pad cells) were awarded; a contract is being finalized for reinstalling items to aid inmates with mental health issues.
  • Lighting Controls: Programmable lighting controls are being installed to reduce energy waste (lights on when unoccupied). Includes motion sensors and light harvesting (dimming based on natural light). Members noted outlet covers missing in some areas; Brian Wint said he would check. Controls are being installed on the main building side and partly on the courthouse side.
  • South Annex Roof: The bid was awarded; contract signing pending resolution of a couple of issues.
  • Courthouse Elevator (RPO Project): Small elevator awarded; state safety requirements necessitate work that will extend to end of year. The elevator was not fully certified this year; a one-year extension was granted.
  • HVAC – Courthouse Air Handler: The air handler (main controller for old courthouse side) was previously deferred due to ARPA fund limits. Funds have been reallocated; work is expected to take about two months. Includes adding coils for better temperature control.
• New Business – Service Contract for Courtroom Equipment: Judge Balkman raised the need for a long-term service contract for audio/visual equipment installed with ARPA funds. The current two-year warranty covers parts; a service contract beyond that would need to budget through the court fund. Brian Wint will obtain pricing for future budget consideration. Kofile was mentioned for potential transcription services.
• Board Member Statements: A member noted that the east entrance stairs were partially repaired but ran out of material; the contractor is expected to finish. Chairman thanked staff.

Key Outcomes

• Minutes Approved: Unanimously approved.
• Infrastructure Updates Received: Acknowledged by committee.
• Service Contract Planning: Committee agreed to seek pricing for a service contract for courtroom A/V equipment; discussion on funding source (court fund) and continuing contract after warranty expires.
• Elevator Project: Awarded but long timeline; committee noted.
• Stair Repair: To be completed soon.
• Adjournment: Motion to adjourn was made and passed.

Note: The meeting was scheduled for 10:30 AM per the agenda and transcript, despite a provided timestamp of 16:30:00+00:00. The call to order occurred at 10:33 AM.