The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met Monday to address a range of administrative, infrastructure and emergency management matters.
Chairman Michael Wallace and Vice-Chairman Steve Ward were present, along with County Clerk Tonya Day. Commissioner Ernie Ferreira was not in attendance.
Among the key actions taken was the approval of an agreement between the Okmulgee County Commissioners and the City of Beggs to provide road repairs within city limits. The partnership is expected to improve deteriorating infrastructure and ease travel for local residents.
In other business, the Board approved:
• Minutes from the April 21, 2025, meeting.
• Purchase orders including $1,000 for fuel from Comdata (Emergency Management) and $100 for supplies from Dollar General (District 1).
• Full-time employment acknowledgment for Marshall Tarver in District 1.
• Private property agreements with Chris Bales in District 1, Bob Cossey in District 2 and Jim Hall Jr. in District 2.
• Disposal of surplus items including a Titan LED Light Bar, HP desktop computer and Craftsman riding lawnmower.
• Bid Invitation #7 for the purchase of a 2023 or newer truck for the Grayson Fire Department.
• Bid Invitation #8 for a wheeled excavator for District 1.
A proclamation recognizing May 4–10 as Oklahoma Home and Community Education Week was tabled.
Bridget Klein provided a quarterly update on the Opioid Abatement Grant, stating that most projects are in full swing but raised concerns over invoicing issues. Klein said some providers were submitting invoices before completing full contract requirements, prompting clarification emails on the correct process. She also announced that the next grant application period will open May 15, 2025, with up to $450,000 in available funding.
Commissioners also tabled a request for approval of indebtedness by the Okmulgee County Educational Facilities for Preston Schools.
Jeff Moore, Director of Emergency Management, reported multiple flooding issues in District 2 and emphasized that his office is working with FEMA on longterm solutions. He noted a record number of floodplain-related calls and that one outstanding siren location issue had been resolved.
No executive session was needed, and the meeting adjourned at 9:15 a.m.
