July 2025 Manager Report

City Manager’s

MONTHLY REPORT JULY 2025

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Table of Contents 01

Letter from the City Manager

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Muskogee Police Department

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Muskogee Fire Department

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Planning & Code Enforcement

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Public Works

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Utilities

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Communications

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Parks and Recreation

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Human Resources

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Emergency Management & Muskogee Davis Regional Airport

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Finance

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Fleet Services

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Animal Control

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Tourism & Exposition

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Letter from the City Manager Hello Muskogee,

As we make our way through the dog days of summer, I have been reflecting on something that is not always easy to measure but is deeply important to our city—leadership. Not the kind that comes with a title, but the kind that shows up every day in how we care for our neighbors, support one another, and work together to build a stronger community.

To me, leadership is a noble endeavor. It is not about control or recognition, it is about responsibility, service, and trust. That belief shapes how we lead at City Hall and how we serve you, the citizens of Muskogee. We believe that people are the most important part of any organization. When we trust and empower our employees, they rise to the occasion and deliver the exceptional service our community deserves.

That means leadership does not just live in the City Manager’s office. It lives across the city. It lives in the individuals who fix our streets, answer your calls, keep our neighborhoods safe, and respond when things go wrong. Every role, every person matters.

When I speak at our new employee orientation, I share a favorite story about a NASA janitor.

When asked what he did for NASA, he replied, “I’m helping put a man on the moon.” That mindset—seeing your role as part of something bigger than yourself is one we are working hard to instill across our organization. When we come to work each day with that sense of purpose, it shows in the way we serve our community.

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Our city’s mission is simple: It is a privilege to make our neighbors’ lives better every day.

That mission is not just words on a wall. It is a standard we aim to live up to by building a high-performance culture rooted in trust, service, and shared purpose. We lead by example, put people first, own our responsibilities, and aspire to the Athenian Oath “Thus, in all these ways, we will transmit this City not only, not less, but greater and more beautiful than it was transmitted to us.”

I am proud of the progress we are making. And I am even more proud of the culture we are creating. One that reflects the values we all share as Muskogee residents.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. Together, let’s keep moving Muskogee forward.

Kendal Francis City Manager

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Muskogee Police Department

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Chief Johnny Teehee

The Muskogee Police Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community through proactive law enforcement, crime prevention, and emergency response services. The department is committed to upholding the rule of law, maintaining public order, and protecting residents and visitors through a variety of specialized units, including patrol, investigations, K-9, and community policing programs. The Muskogee Police Department works collaboratively with local organizations, city departments, and the public to build trust, enhance community engagement, and improve overall quality of life in Muskogee.

Members of the Special Operations Team took part in a Touch-a-Truck Event at the Martin Luther King Center.

Children had the opportunity to explore the Bearcat up close and witness a K-9 officer in action.

In

July,

Muskogee officers responded to...

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Calls for Service

Officers support entrepreneurs at a stand.

4,093 Accidents

Traffic Stops

65

1,590

young lemonade

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Muskogee Fire Department

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Chief Jody Moore

The Muskogee Fire Department (MFD) provides 24-hour emergency response services, including fire suppression, vehicle collision response, explosion management, and medical emergencies. Operating from multiple strategically located fire stations, MFD ensures rapid response times across the city. Firefighters are highly trained in firefighting, rescue operations, hazardous materials management, emergency medical services, and public fire education. In addition to emergency response, MFD conducts fire prevention programs, safety inspections, and public education initiatives, emphasizing preparedness, professionalism, and rapid response to ensure the well-being of Muskogee residents.

Accident Responses in July 2025

36 Total Fires for July 2025

44 Average Response Time

1:38 Smoke detector installation July 2025

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Accident Responses in July 2024

32 Total Fires for July 2024

53 Training Hours

625 Community Service hours July 2025

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Muskogee Fire Department battling a blaze on W. Okmulgee Ave. amid intense heat. Police, Emergency Management and local businesses supported efforts of firefighters as they worked to extinguish this fire.

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Planning & Code Enforcement Sarah Winkle, Director

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The Planning Department consists of three divisions: planning, code enforcement, and inspections. Code enforcement officers play a vital role in maintaining city ordinances related to neighborhood services, which include issues such as mowing, parking, trash, debris, and abandoned properties. The mission of Code Enforcement is to ensure Muskogee remains beautiful. This is achieved through their active presence in the neighborhoods and by addressing the concerns raised by the citizens.

Code Enforcement Total Cases Opened in July

352 Derelict or Dilapidated Structures

14 Weeds & Grass Violations

240 Abandoned & Inoperable Vehicles

0 Permitting & Inspections Total Permits Issued

21 Trash & Debris Violations

55 Zoning Violations

12 Boat/RV/Commercial Vehicle

2 Total 2 Permit Inspections Completed

97

174

Planning Plats Approved

Planning Rezones

Rezones Approved

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Dilapidated Personal Property

0

2

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Public Works/Stormwater & Recycling Michael Stewart, Director

The Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining and improving Muskogee’s infrastructure, streets, water systems, stormwater programs and other essential services, including sanitation and yard waste, environmental control, pollution control, recycling center and the

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water treatment plant.

Construction Inspections

Stormwater Compliance

Stormwater Construction Inspections

Violation Notices for July

30 30 Stormwater Construction Inspections in FY 2026

1 Violations for FY 2026

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Visits to the Recycling Center: July 2025

Visits to the Recycling Center: FY 2026

1,301

1,301

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The Country Club Culvert Project is continuing to progress. This project is on track for completion in Fall of 2025 (pictured below).

Progress on the Park Place Drainage Clearing Project, located at the intersection of Country Club and Shawnee. This will increase water flow through the channel (pictured above).

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Solid Waste

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Michael Stewart, Director

The Sanitation (Solid Waste) Division services approximately 13,000 residents and several hundred businesses in the City of Muskogee. The department operates four residential routes, one dedicated dead-end and handicap service route, and two commercial routes to ensure efficient waste collection across the city. The division utilizes five automated side-load trucks, which minimize direct contact between employees and refuse. Additionally, several semi-automated rear-load trucks are used for collection, allowing for manual assistance when necessary.

Tons of trash collected in July

1319.43

Tons of trash collected in FY 2026

1319.43

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Guidelines for Trash Customers

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Public Works/Streets Michael Stewart, Director

In July...

The Street Division Completed

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Utility Cut Repairs

34 Capital Improvement Plan Activities Mill and overlay miles

2.7 In July, multiple streets were paved in the city’s North West Zone, Founder’s Place Addition area, as well as, the South East Zone, known as Midland Valley. In the North East Zone, at the intersection of Virginia & Elmira, the deteriorating road surface was removed and replaced with concrete.

Additionally, Callahan Street underwent re-striping following mill and overlay.

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Utilities

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Drinking Water Treatment Gallons of Water Treated in July

Gallons of Water Treated in FY 2026

Daily Average

Daily Average

17,440,058 Total Production in July

508,658,000

17,440,058 Total Production in FY 2026

508,658,000

Water Distribution New meters installed in July

0 Water line locates in July

863

New meters installed in FY 2026

0 Water line locates in FY 2026

863

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Catch all of the latest City of Muskogee information every Tuesday morning on the Muskogee Minute with City Manager Kendal Francis, live on Okie Country 101.7.

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Utilities

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Waste Water Treatment Gallons of Waste Water Treated in July

Gallons of Waste Water Treated in FY 2026

Daily Average

Daily Average

143,210,000

143,210,000

Total Production

Total Production

5.1 million

5.1 million

Progress continues on the Haskell Booster Station Improvement Project on N. 48th Street. This project was funded through the American Rescue Plan Act, along with a matching grant from the City of Muskogee Foundation.

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Communications Judy Villalobos, Communications Manager

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The Communications Office handles all internal and external communications for the City of Muskogee. The Communications Manager serves as the primary contact for local media outlets, oversees press releases, manages the City of Muskogee's social media accounts, issues official statements on behalf of the City, and writes newsletters for employees and residents.

Social Media Reach

58, 781 people Top Social Media Content

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Letter from the Office of the City Manager after the July 8, CIP Sales Tax Renewal vote.

We’re hiring information for the public.

Announcing Free Dump Day, Saturday, August 2nd.

Communications Manager introduced SeeClickFix to Mayor and Council at the Public Works Committee meeting.

Details were shared on the downloadable app which links citizens to city services.

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Parks & Recreation

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Mark Wilkerson, Director

The mission of the Muskogee Parks and Recreation Department is to enhance the quality of life by providing the best possible recreational facilities, open natural spaces, trails and programs for Muskogee citizens.

The Parks and Recreation Department manages 16 playgrounds, 6 pickleball courts, 2 skateparks, seven splash pads, more than 15 miles of paved trails, 15 covered pavilions, 8 tennis courts, 735 acres of park land, 5 community gardens, and 6 basketball courts.

July Accomplishments: Trail repairs in progress on the Centennial, Coody Creek & Civitan

Tree removal & new electrical & aerators at Spaulding Park

At Hatbox Complex a beaver dam was drained and removed

Depot Green hosted All Aboard Thursday, on July 24

Wood fiber spread in all park playgrounds

Waterline installed at Grandview Park for future development

Buddy swings installed at Hatbox & Elliott Park playgrounds

Promoting a healthy Muskogee in partnership with OSU-HOP Grant, River Country Water Park has added a fresh fruit option to the menu

Graffiti removal at Robison Skate Park.

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Human Resources

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Maggie Eaton, Director

The Human Resources Department plays a crucial role in supporting the City’s workforce. HR is in charge of managing and coordinating employee benefits, ensuring that employees have access to health insurance, retirement plans, and other vital programs. They maintain the confidentiality of personnel files, publish job announcements, recruit new talent, and hire staff. Additionally, HR oversees payroll processing to guarantee that employees receive their pay accurately and on time.

In July, The Human Resources Department hired...

Three full-time employees

Employee Promotions Congratulations to the following employee who received a promotion in July:

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Employee Spotlight

Chief Code Officer, Codale Ford received praise from a constituent, This constituent stated “I had the pleasure of doing business with the Chief Code Officer... he was very helpful and very nice to talk to and helped me a great deal...

It truly was a pleasure.”

Scan this QR code to find the latest job openings with the City!

Rosemary Beran Exposition & Civic Facilities Office Assistant I

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Emergency Management Tyler Evans, Director

The Emergency Management Department plays a crucial role in coordinating disaster response and recovery efforts. This includes storm spotting, tornado alerts, mass notifications, and collaboration with various agencies and jurisdictions during emergencies. The Emergency Management team partners

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with the County, State, FEMA, insurance companies, and other organizations to effectively manage emergencies and disasters.

In July ,

the Emergency Management Department... participated in a community planning meeting with area agencies; Muskogee County Emergency Management, EMS, and other agencies. assisted the Police Department, Fire Department, & Animal Control with a housefire, vehicle fire, large structure fire and an officer involved shooting.

Sign up for Emergency Alerts

for Muskogee County

by Scanning this QR code

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Muskogee-Davis Regional Airport...

hired an employee to assist with brush-hog/mowing airfield cut and baled airfield producing 757 hay bales received approval from City Council to apply for a grant to cover some of the expenses of rehabilitating a runway

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Finance Dennis Read, Director

The Finance Department plays a crucial role in managing and documenting the City's financial activities. It also includes the Purchasing Department, which oversees the acquisition of goods and services. In March, the Finance Department began developing revenue and expense projections to facilitate the budget process for the

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next fiscal year.

General Fund Sales Tax

*Fiscal Year began July 1, 2025

July 2025

Fiscal Year to Date

$1,463,951.40

$1,463.951.40

Use Tax July 2025

$433,258.10

Fiscal Year to Date

$433,258.10

Special Purpose Funds Tax July 2025

$763,612.91

Fiscal Year to Date

$763,912.91

Hotel/Motel Tax July 2025

$118,170.17

Fiscal Year to Date

$118,170.17

2019 Capital Improvement Plan Revenue

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July 2025

$318,172.04

Fiscal Year to Date

$318,172.04

2019 Capital Improvement Plan Expenses July 2025

$569,303.58

Fiscal Year to Date

$569,303.58

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Finance Dennis Read, Director

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SUMMARY OF GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES AS OF JULY 31, 2025

DEPARTMENT

FY 26 TO DATE ACTUAL

FY 26 AMENDED BUDGET

Administrative/ Internal Services

$187,324.27

$3,616,250

City Attorney/ Legal Services

$30,630.10

$576,250

City Clerk/Support Services

$84,501.48

$1,759,255

Pubic Safety

$898,372.34

$16,017,000

Public Works

$387,567.65

$6,001,821

General Government

$50,631.17

$5,994,472

Parks and Recreation

$143,737.09

$2,695,462

Planning/ Inspections

$53,899.58

1,013,978

Utilities

$268,646.56

$6,679,327

Grand Total

$2,105,310.24

$44,336,832

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Fleet Services Robert Sweptson, Director

The City of Muskogee’s Fleet Management Department operates a centralized maintenance program for city vehicles and equipment. The City owns more than 400 vehicles, 250 pieces of equipment and 450 small engine assets. The Fleet Management Department provides regular preventive maintenances as well as unscheduled repairs through internal maintenance operations and contracted services with commercial

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vendors. Other responsibilities include collision repairs, assisting other departments with skilled services, fleet management services, GPS management and asset management. The Fleet Department does most repairs in-house with very little outsourcing, utilizing a fully-stocked parts room for timely repairs. In addition, Fleet Management is responsible for providing fuel, oil and grease for all on-road and offroad city equipment.

Work Orders Completed in July

286 Oil Changes and Services

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Repairs Completed in the Field

13 24 The Muskogee Fire Department has obtained a new fire truck, which is currently being equipped by the city’s Fleet Department. This fire truck is expected to be ready to hit the streets in just a few weeks.

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Animal Control Tyler Evans, Director

The Animal Control Department responds to calls concerning animal complaints or investigations within the city limits. Furthermore, the Animal Control Department manages the spay and neuter assistance program, offering eligible residents access to low-cost or complimentary sterilization services for their dogs and cats.

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In July,

Animal Control Dogs Adopted

9 Dogs Rescued

4 Dogs reunited with owners

23 Total animal control calls

366

Cats Adopted

11 Cats Rescued

0 Cats reunited with owners

6 Total intake #

78

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Meet Peppa the dog and BamBam the cat. Peppa has been a resident of the Muskogee Animal Shelter since February and BamBam has been residing their since June, both are is eager to find his forever home.

To adopt Peppa or BamBam, call 918684-6285 or visit the Animal Shelter at 4002 Border Ave, Monday - Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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Tourism & Exposition

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Justin O’Neal, Interim Director of Tourism & Exposition

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