May 2025 Manager Report

City Manager’s

MONTHLY REPORT MAY 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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Economic Development

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Animal Control

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Letter from the City Manager Hello Muskogee, This week marks my first official month as City Manager, and what a month it has been! If I had to sum it up in one word, it would be whirlwind… but let’s be honest, “whirlwind” doesn’t quite capture the number of meetings, acronyms, and cups of coffee it has taken to get here.

My family and I have officially relocated, and we are settling in nicely. My wife and I have been getting acclimated to the community and enjoying events like All Aboard Thursday and Street Eats on Broadway. Apparently if food is being served, I will be there. The community has been incredibly welcoming, and we are grateful for the warm reception.

In between unpacking boxes and trying to remember which day the trash gets picked up, I have been busy meeting with city staff, local leaders, and community partners. I have been diving into projects, getting familiar with ongoing initiatives, and doing my best to keep up without asking, “What does that acronym stand for again?”

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One notable item this past month was working on the School Resource Officer (SRO) contract with Hilldale schools which is a great example of how collaboration and community safety go hand in hand.

Looking ahead, I am excited to continue building relationships, attending community events, and yes, actually getting a little work done in between all the hellos and handshakes. If you see me around town, please say hello or offer a good restaurant recommendation. I am still on the hunt for the best local burger.

Here is to many more months of progress, partnership, and public service.

See you around town.

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.

Officers Dunlap and Snow demonstrated that being a hero every day can sometimes mean simply changing a tire for a motorist in need.

In

May,

Muskogee officers responded to...

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Calls for Service

Sergeant Andy Hudgens, Deputy Chief Chad Farmer, and Lt. Don Johnson worked peer support for family and coworkers of officers killed in the line of duty at the 2025 Police Week in Washington, D.C.

2,477 Accidents

Traffic Stops

71

1037

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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 May 2025

15 Total Fires for May 2025

26 Average Response Time

1:32

Accident Responses in May 2024

12 Total Fires for May 2024

24 Training Hours

800

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Muskogee Fire Department had the privilege of celebrating the 99th birthday of one of their own, Mr. James H. Treadway, a dedicated firefighter who served from 1948 to 1954.

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Planning & Code Enforcement Sarah Winkle, Interim 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 May

280 Derelict or Dilapidated Structures

14 Weeds & Grass Violations

163 Abandoned & Inoperable Vehicles

5 Permitting & Inspections Total Permits Issued

127 Planning Plats Approved CITY OF MUSKOGEE

Rezones Approved

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Dilapidated Personal Property

15 Trash & Debris Violations

36 Zoning Violations

30 Boat/RV/Commercial Vehicle

8 Total 2 Permit Inspections Completed

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Public Works/Stormwater 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, and the water treatment

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plant.

Construction Inspections

Stormwater Compliance

Stormwater Construction Inspections

Violation Notices for May

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Stormwater Construction Inspections in FY 2025

421 Work continues on the Country Club Road Box Culvert. The team has experienced a few rain delays, but work has still progressed. The box is nearly complete. Walls will be installed soon, then road work will resume.

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Solid Waste & Recycling

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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.

Visits to the Recycling Center: May 2025

1,425 Tons of trash collected in May

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1240.30

Visits to the Recycling Center: FY 2025

18,023 Tons of trash collected in FY 2025

17,638.07

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Public Works/Streets Michael Stewart, Director

In May...

The Street Division Completed Utility Cut Repairs

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Capital Improvement Plan Activities Mill and overlay miles

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Utilities

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Drinking Water Treatment Gallons of Water Treated in May

Gallons of Water Treated in FY 2025

Daily Average

Daily Average

13,390,000 Total Production in May

441,377,000

15,536,923 Total Production in FY 2025

4,651,077,000

Water Distribution New meters installed in May

1 Water line locates in May

1285

New meters installed in FY 2025

33 Water line locates in FY 2025

11795

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Catch all of the latest City of Muskogee information every Monday 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 May

Gallons of Waste Water Treated in FY 2025

Daily Average

Daily Average

18,390,000

15,536,923

Total Production

Total Production

441,377,000

4,651,077,000

Work has progressed on the Southside Sewer Improvement Project, located at the intersection of East 53rd and Gulick Streets.

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Communications Tera Shows, Interim 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

37,500 people Top Facebook Content

Free Dump Day

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Trees Down Around Town Water bill Includes Wrong Envelope

YouTube Subscribers

240 Top Instagram Content

Street crews hard at work today!

Report Storm Damage Welcome Councilor Brawley

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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.

May Accomplishments: All 7 Splash Pad locations were opened for the summer

Opening for River Country Water Park & Spaulding Pool

Splash pads were serviced and ready to open

Playground maintenance completed at Robinson Park, Hatbox, & Elliot Park

Langston Park – our newest splash pad was completed. The Park includes a basketball court, covered picnic pavilion, and a playground

Opening Day at the Butterfly Papillion Hatbox swing set installed

All Aboard Thursday began in May and takes place on the third Thursday of each month from May to September. This event invites our local community to come together and enjoy live music, various vendors, and, of course, complimentary train rides. The festivities are hosted at the Depot Green.

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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 May, The Human Resources Department hired...

Eleven full-time employees One part-time employee Forty five seasonal employees

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

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Eddie Blunk Water Distribution Maintenance Leader 1

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

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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 May,

the Emergency Management Department...

Helped Coordinate Resources for “Casting Beyond Sight”, a Oklahoma School for the Blind fishing event held at Honor Heights Park.

Presented at Leadership Muskogee for Public Service Day. Monitored storms multiple nights throughout the month.

Assisted a neighboring community with storm damage clean-up and assessments.

In May,

the Muskogee-Davis Regional Airport...

Met with the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics.

Hosted the Sports Car Club of America and Port Muskogee.

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Signed an LOA with Vance Air Force, for them to utilize the airport for USAF training.

Coordinated with the USAF on plans to replace the static display airplane by the road.

Met with OHP for the Cadet Academy that is hosted at the airport.

Sign up for Emergency Alerts for Muskogee County

by Scanning this QR code

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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, 2024

May 2025

Fiscal Year to Date

$1,495,285.05

$15,796,908.88

Use Tax May 2025

$436,356.85

Fiscal Year to Date

$4,416,602.41

Special Purpose Funds Tax May 2025

$780,148.73

Fiscal Year to Date

$8,241,865.50

Hotel/Motel Tax May 2025

$122,195.54

Fiscal Year to Date

$1,001,806.59

2019 Capital Improvement Plan Revenue

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May 2025

$325,061.97

Fiscal Year to Date

$3,434,110.63

2019 Capital Improvement Plan Expenses May 2025

$444,913.05

Fiscal Year to Date

$8,556,544.15

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Finance Dennis Read, Director

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SUMMARY OF GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES AS OF May 31, 2025

DEPARTMENT

FY 25 TO DATE ACTUAL

FY 25 AMENDED BUDGET

Administrative/ Internal Services

$3,522,771.10

$4,181,569

City Attorney/ Legal Services

$569,986.66

$580,870

City Clerk/Support Services

$1,588,420.54

$1,754,525

Pubic Safety

$14,502,377.72

$16,073,332

Public Works

$5,109,303.73

$6,357,134

General Government

$7,518,444.45

$8,731,125

Parks and Recreation

$2,215,713.54

$2,752,797

Planning/ Inspections

$736,979.64

$1,021,008

Utilities

$5,713,395.73

$6,960,085

Grand Total

$41,477,393.11

$48,412,445

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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 May

266 Oil Changes and Services

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Repairs Completed in the Field

14 24 Construction continues on the new fuel station near the Fairgrounds. The dispensers are being set and roof canopy materials are on site.

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Economic Development Tera Shows, Manager

The Economic Development for Housing and Retail Office focuses on attracting and maintaining housing, dining, and retail opportunities within the City of Muskogee.

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The Economic Development office is working on a housing infill palette, which is set of pre-designed, preapproved, permit-ready house plans that can be provided to developers as a way to facilitate new housing construction inside the Muskogee city limits. The housing infill palette should be ready to roll out by the end of the summer.

New construction

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Texas born and brewed HTeaO is currently under construction on Shawnee Bypass, in front of WalMart. The nation’s largest ice tea franchise offers a range of ultrapremium tea, water and coffee products.

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Animal Control Tyler Evans, Director

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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.

Animal Control Dogs Adopted

34 Dogs Rescued

11 Dogs reunited with owners

13 Total animal control calls

391

Cats Adopted

0 Cats Rescued

0 Cats reunited with owners

0 Total intake #

83

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2 To adopt Firecracker, call 918-6846285 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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