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June 23, 2026 City Council Meeting
Published: Jun 23, 2026
HOME ARP Funds Reallocated to Establish Roosevelt Empowerment Center for Homeless
The City Council approved the reallocation of $300,000 in FFY 2021 HOME ARP funds to Quest for the completion of their resource/day center for the homeless at 1502 Southwest I Avenue. This center, to be named the Roosevelt Empowerment Center, will provide office space for partner nonprofits, assistance with Social Security IDs, substance abuse counseling, and health services. Council members confirmed that the funds would not be used for shelter expansion but for empowerment services, aligning with the Kids First Homeless Action Plan. The center will implement robust security measures to ensure safety for families and differentiate access for low-barrier individuals. The resolution was approved.
Lawton Adopts ESU-Based Stormwater Fee Structure for Commercial and Industrial Properties
The City Council approved an ordinance establishing an Equivalent Service Unit (ESU) for calculating stormwater maintenance fees, shifting from a flat rate to a system based on impervious surface area for commercial and industrial properties. Residential customers will not see a fee increase. The ordinance aims for a more equitable fee structure, with approval by an 8-0 vote.
Lawton City Council Approves FY2027 Hotel Motel Tax Allocations
The Lawton City Council reviewed proposed Hotel Motel tax allocations for Fiscal Year 2027, projecting $3,061,242 in revenue. Key allocations included $811,190 for the Chamber of Commerce, $443,461 for LEDC, $838,000 for Economic Development, $451,100 for tourism, $140,000 for the Lawton Enhancement Trust Authority, and $52,000 for short-term rental software. A specific amendment addressed Juneteenth event funding, reducing the initial request from $46,000 to $15,000 with potential for review. The council approved these allocations with a 7-1 vote.
Lawton Mandates Monetary Compensation and Full Cost Recovery for City Resource Agreements
The City Council passed an ordinance establishing monetary compensation and full cost recovery as the standard for agreements involving city resources provided to external entities. This ordinance aims to ensure financial accountability and fair value, allowing for limited exceptions only with explicit City Council approval. The council also discussed improving the annual monitoring of existing agreements to prevent unfavorable long-term terms. The ordinance passed with an 8-0 vote.
Lawton City Council Denies Rezoning for Assisted Living Facility on Northwest Pershing Drive
The City Council denied a request to rezone property at 801-809 Northwest Pershing Drive from R1 Single-Family Dwelling District to R3 Multifamily District for an assisted living home. This was the third attempt at rezoning the property. The City Planning Commission had recommended denial (9-0). Residents voiced strong opposition due to concerns about traffic, parking, lighting, property values, and the impact of a 24-hour facility in their quiet neighborhood. The council denied the request with an 8-0 vote.
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