April 22, 2023 Issue, Page 4 of 14

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4 - The Elk City News Sports/News April 22, 2023 Commissioners Approve Fee Schedule for Golfing and Remove Structures from Dilapidated List By Sheryl Ponce the commissioners did not Main Street Waterline and owner had replaced the roof DEQ approved a reclama- about the dispensary that is The Elk City Commission- know the business structure Storm Sewer Plan project in and secured the building. tion section at the landfill for being put in outside of city ers met for their regular mid- of the other two courses. Af- the amount of $141,443.03, City Inspectors Jackie Add- housing materials that does limits. Ivester said that they month meeting Wed., April ter the brief discussion the a budgeted item; and Pay Ap- ington and Danny McClure not have asbestos in it. are not providing water or 19th, at 2 p.m. in City Hall. commissioners approved the plication #11 to Joe D. Hall commended the owner for Ivester also talked about sewage to the property, and Mayor Cory Spieker gave the resolution. Spieker said that General Contractors, LLC for the hard work and told thethe library's chess. classes. most recently, they have not invocation, and Rocky Andre- if the fees were too high, they the CAPP Project — Aquatic commissioners that there has There are two of them, one approved curb entrance to sen led the flag salute. They could come back next year to Center in the amount of been a financial investment with 26 in the class and the the property. He said that approved the agendas from revise them. $632,796.10, a budgeted in the building. They were other with 20 in it. He also the owner continues to build the April 3rd and April 10th ‘The next item on the agen- item. certain that the owner would noted that there will be a buildings at the location. meetings and then looked at da was the approval of the The Commissioners then complete the remodel. semi-pro basketball game at Ivester told the commis- Resolution 2023-4: A Resolu- Final Plat for “Elk City Strip approved Mayor Spieker’s ap- Tabled from Jan. 18th, the Arrowhead Center to see sioners that they are work- tion of the City of Elk City, Center” located in the NW/4 pointment of Commissioners the commissioners approved if it may be feasible to orga- ing with Kids’ Inc. about the Oklahoma approving a fee of Section 25, TIIN, R21 WIM to city boards. Those were Jeff another 60 days for the struc- nize one in Elk City. sports. There are 80 teams schedule for Non-Association (E. 7th Street). Owner Boyd Waters to the Elk City Plan- ture located at 702 W. 8th to They are continuing to signed up for baseball through members to the Elk City Golf Mouse was present to say that ning and Zoning Board and be torn down and removed. hire lifeguards for the Aquatic Kids Inc. Course. this was the last step required Elk City Airport Board; Rod The owner was present and Center, which is expected to During the treasurer’s re- Commissioner Rick Shel- for the sale of the property. Carver to the Elk City Library told the commissioners that open by Memorial Day. Ivester port, it was noted that there ton was on the committee Tom Johnson represented the Board and Elk City Cemetery she is working on it, but the also said that they have gray that looked at the fee schedule City’s Planning and Zoning Board; Rocky Andresen to the wind has slowed down the water at the golf course, but will sion, very possibly be a reces- but the city has had high and presented the fee sched- Board and told the commis- Elk City Park Board and Elk project. She will continue to one of the pumps is not work- ules from Clinton and Weath- sioners the board researched City Museum Board; and Rick work on it. ing. There is a building west sales tax income and they City Inspector Danny Mc- of Carrol’s Shoe Corner and should not be hurt. City Trea- erford to the commission- the effects of the plat. The Shelton to the Elk City Hous- ers. He was the sole no vote board voted unanimously to ing Authority and the Elk City Clure told the commissionersBTB’s Records and Things that surer Jennifer Rainey said among three other yes votes approve the plat and they rec- Civic Center Board. that the owners of the struc- is being made into a BnB. that the sales tax was up by for the resolution from the ommended the commission- The structure located at ture located at 315 N. Boone Ivester said that there will three percent over last year, country club representatives. ers approve it. 118 Blackburn was disap- have replaced the roof, and be a Family Dollar at Tractor the use tax was down by six ‘The schedule was not present- ‘There were four financial proved as a dilapidated build- they have worked to improve Supply. There is work already percent over last year, and the ed to the public, but Sheltonexpenditures that were ap- ing because the owner has the house. He left it up to the being done there. The old La- cigarette tax was down by one said that the fee would be proved. Those included the completed all of the required commissioners, but recom- Quinta and Red Carpet is be- percent. $1500 for an individual and payment to Dana Safety Sup- repairs except replacing two mended they remove it from ing torn down. Larry Hart has During public comments $1800 for a family per year. ply, Inc. for upfitting lighting boards on the front porch. It the dilapidated list. They dis- been stripping intersections Tom Johnson complemented This amount would not be an and police equipment for 4 had been tabled since May 18, approved it as being dilapi- around town, and Ivester the commissioners for work- association membership. The police Ford Inceptors in the 2022, and six other times. The dated. said the DOT is now going to ing with homeowners who are fee was more expensive than amount of $27,587.08; re- commissioners congratulated In the City Manager's Re- stripe from Main to Pioneer trying to improve their prop- the other two courses. pairs to Bruckners Truck Sales the owner for his hard work port, Tom Ivester told the on Third Street. He also said erties. Andresen pointed out for engine harness and water on the structure. commissioners that they are that he has been talking to The meeting was ad- that the Elk City Golf Course pump issues on a trash truck The next structure locat- continuing to paint at the mu- Caswell Construction about journed at 2:53 p.m. and the is superior to the two other in the amount of $25,003.83, ed at 422 S. Oklahoma was seum, and it will take another the price increase of rock at next meeting will take place courses in the comparison, a budgeted item; Pay App #2 also disapproved as a dilapi- four to six weeks to complete. the rock yard. on May 1st, at 7 p.m. in City and Jeff Waters noted that for Orr Construction for the dated building because the He also told them that the There has been discussion Hall. Elk City Varsity Elks Beckham/Roger Mills Unit of Oklahoma Slides Into a Blow-Out Win Retired educators of Beck- ham/Roger Mills Unit gath- AMBA. During this review, members can learn about the (Very Important Member) was tabled and will be decided at latest changes and newest ben- the May 12 meeting. The May Over Weatherford ered on April 14, 2023, at Elk City United Methodist efits that bring peace-of-mind meeting will also include the Church. President Linda Long to the retirement years. Also, welcomed members Stephanie members may find some ben- devotional by Mary Fern and Malone, Suzanne Walker, Cin- efits that their family members the program by Judy, which Elk City Varsity Elks sailed scoring one run. five hits over four and a third dy Wood, Judy Haught, Larry need and can only get because is the Memorial Service to re- to an easy victory over Weath- Elk City Varsity Elks innings, striking out six. Long, Glenda Ivins, Gwen of OREA membership. Mem- member past educators. An- erford 11-3 on Monday scored five runs in the fifth Chaplin threw two and two- Pasby, Jan Attocknie, Dana bers were reminded to check other item to remember in the Elk City Varsity Elks inning. The offensive on- Anderson, Carla Garrison, and out amba-review.com/okrea month of May is the OREA thirds innings in relief, Mary Beth Mahanay along and select “Benefits Review” opened up scoring in the first slaught by Elk City Varsity Board Meeting in Oklahoma inning, when an error scored Elks was led by Aiden Hopper, Elk City Varsity Elks with guests Dennis McRee, Sa- to get a free annual benefits City on May 10. The OREA two runs for Elk City Varsity Kye Keyes, Kash Mayfield, socked one home run on the bra Tucker, Buddy Wood, Sher- checkup, yl Ponce, and Pam Holland. In committee reports, State Convention will be held Elks. and Catch Geno, all driving in day. Hopper had a long ball in Linda called the meeting Glenda reported 70 members. October 3, 2023 in Tulsa at the Weatherford knotted runs in the inning. the fifth inning. to order followed by Stephanie In the Legislative report, Linda Renaissance Hotel. the game up at three in the Mayfield led things off on Malone who gave the invoca- presented a list of OREA Leg- Buddy Wood won the door bottom of the third inning. the hill for Elk City Varsity Elk City Varsity Elks tal- tion. Judy Haught led the sa- islative Goals for 2023. She prize. Linda adjourned the Blackmon homered on a 0-1 Elks. Mayfield surrendered lied nine hits in the game. lutes to the United States of also recommended the OAE meeting. count, scoring two runs. Buie and Keyes each managed three runs on five hits over America Flag and to the State App (Okla 59th) as a good way All area, retired educators Elk City Varsity Elks six innings, striking out 14 multiple hits for Elk City Var- of Oklahoma Flag, to locate the list of Oklahoma Suzanne Walker shared the legislators. are invited and encouraged to pulled away for good with one and walking one. sity Elks. Buie went 3-for-3 devotional, God thinks You ‘The program was presented attend the local OREA meet- run in the fourth inning. In Teasley was on the mound at the plate to lead Elk City Are Wonderful by Max Lucado. by Sabra Tucker, OREA Execu-ings. They provide a great way the fourth Cole Buie singled for Weatherford. The hurler on the first pitch of the at bat, surrendered seven runs on Varsity Elks in hits. She closed her devotional with to stay informed of the legisla- tive Director, She shared OREA a prayer. news and updates of current tion that directly affects each ‘The minutes were approved bills that affect educators, in- retiree. The meetings are the ESTATE SALE as read. The treasurer's report dluding HB 2171, HB 2020 and second Friday of each month, was accepted as presented. HB 2854. More information In the OREA Minute, mem- concerning these and other September through May, at bers were reminded to take bills is available online at Okla- the Elk City United Methodist advantage of the free annual homa.gov. Church, 10:00 a.m. TOGETH- benefits review provided by The 2023 VIM selection Jerry and late Mary Gwartney ER WE CAN! 1026 Highway 34 Hammon Oklahoma The District II Drug Task Force 7 Miles North of he City announces the sale of vehicles seized April 28 and 29th 9AM to oPM ‘The District I Drug Task Force announces the sale of vehicles seized in joint investiga- tions involving agencies across the Second only). To make an appointment, please call the DTF office at 580-225-2535. Vehicles being sold: Priced To Sell Judicial District of Oklahoma. These vehicles were used in the commission of crimes involv- ing narcotic violations. These vehicles were 2.1999 Honda Accord Household Items Kitchen ltems Deep Chest Freezer seized as a result of these investigations and 3. 2000 Honda Accord forfeitures were awarded by a Judge allowing 4, 2001 Jeep Cherokee Lift Chair, Beds, Healthcare Items, Barstools, the Drug Task Force to sell the vehicles at auc- 5.2004 Dodge Ram PU tion. ‘The proceeds from the sale will support 6. 2005 Itasca Cambria RV Antiques, And Lots Of Miscellaneous. the ongoing drug enforcement efforts by these 7. 2005 Toyota Avalon Touring agencies throughout the 2 nd Judicial District. 8. 2006 Honda Odyssey ‘The following vehicles will be sold online at: 9, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse https://www.public _surplus.com/sms/ 10. 2007 Chevrolet Impala districtiidtf,ok/list/current?orgid=31755 Start your subscription today! 11. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado PU beginning May 1 st at 9:30 a.m. ‘This is a w/Camper Shell public auction and will last for 14 days. You 12. 2007 Chrysler 300 Call 580-225-3000 or stop by can view 13. 2008 Dodge Avenger photos of the vehicles online (available 14. 2009 Dodge Avenger 109 W. Broadway in Elk City when the auction starts) or in person (by ap- pointment 15. 2010 Dodge Charger 16. 2011 Ford F150 XLT 4x4 PU