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(Published in the Stillwater News Press on July 18, 2026. LPXLP)
The Payne County Board of County Commissioners met in a regular meeting of the board at 9:00 a.m. on July 6th, 2026, at the Payne County Administration Building, Gloria Hesser Commissioner Meeting Room 200/201, located in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Chairman Zach Cavett called the meeting to order: Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m.
The following members were present: Zach Cavett Chairman - Commissioner District 1, Seth Condley - Commissioner District 2 Vice-Chairman, Rhonda Markum-Commissioner District 3-Member, Leslie Echalk-Deputy County Clerk. Invocation by Commissioner Condley and Flag Salute to our country led by Dewey Clapp.
Approval or Modification of Minutes: Motion to approve minutes of July 1st, 2026, meeting as presented by Condley, second by Markum. Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Public Comments:
Kathy Atkins from Payne County Save Our Sunsets (PCOS) addressed landowner property rights related to Delta Plains NETC and Cimarron Link transmission line projects, which are on hold or possibly canceled. PCOS will keep monitoring and communicating with the Board.
Ms. Atkins highlighted the historical and familial importance of local lands, such as family-maintained ponds, old schoolhouses, cemeteries, and long-cultivated plants from early settlers.
Approval of Minutes:
The board approved the minutes from July 1st without discussion. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Courthouse Lawn Use for Peaceful Protest:
Approved a request to use the courthouse lawn on 2026-07-15 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a peaceful protest regarding the overturn of the Payne County grand jury denial. Motion to approve by Markum, Second by Condley Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Membership Dues Approvals:
ACCO- Association of County Commissioners and Officers. Approved annual dues of $9,000, generally paid from District Two's General Fund. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
County Officers and Deputies Association of Oklahoma (CODA): Approved annual dues of $1,500, paid by District Two of the General Fund. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Solid Waste Grant Requests through ACCO for 2027:
Approved a Solid Waste Request Form (OCCEDB) for all three districts including: 1,500 each for chainsaws; 4,200 each for illegal dump site cleanup and dump roll-offs; and funding for environmental officers. Motion to approve by Markum, Second by Condley: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Payne County Radio System Update:
Installations in Perkins began, with dispatch consoles at the sheriff's office scheduled for next week. Estimated timeline to be on the edge of going live is about three weeks. The one-year warranty will begin at go-live. No action taken by the board.
Appointment of Requestioning and Receiving Officers FY 26/27:
LATCF Funds: Requisitioning - Zach Cavett, Rhonda Markum; Receiving - Shawna Bales, April Kennedy; Warrants - Zach Cavett, Rhonda Markum.
Opioid Funds: Requisitioning - Zach Cavett, Seth Condley; Receiving - Shawna Bales, Tammy Mathis; Warrants - Zach Cavett, Tammy Mathis.
Glencoe Fire: Requisitioning - Susan Pierce, Jeremy Cooper; Receiving - Ian Austin, Carl McAllister.
Ripley Fire: Requisitioning - Zach Seals, Daniel Lord; plus Leslie Simpson referenced for requisitioning; removal of "Chance Greenhagen" noted. Correction of error approved to fix the spelling of Commissioner Markum's last name on LATCF forms by Condley. Motion to approve by Condley with correction of Commissioner Markum's name, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Ingress and Egress Agreements: None on this date
Cash Appropriations: None on this date.
Fire Department Pre-Requisition:
Approved purchase of ESO checklist, ESO asset management, ESO fire incidents, fire incidents CAD integration, and personnel management totaling $3,668.59. Authorized Chairman to sign on behalf of the board. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Purchase Orders and Blanket Purchase Orders: Purchase orders to be paid: FY 26/27 total $3,718.76; FY 25/26 total $67,358.
2025-2026Fire- St 104, CENTRAL RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, 34.00, UTILITIES-ELECTRIC;General 4394, CIMARRON VALLEY COMM., LLC, 239.68, NOTICE OF PUBLICATION 4395, CENTRAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE,1084.98, UTILITIES 4396, LOCKE SUPPLY, 662.25, LED LIGHTS 4397, WALKER COMPANIES, 150.50, NOTARY RENEWAL 4398, C & COMMERCIAL CLEANING CO, 675.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4399, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 498.15, SUPPLIES 4400, C & CCOMMERCIAL CLEANING CO, 2260.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4401, A T & T, 513.16, UTILITIES 4402, C & C COMMERCIAL CLEANINGCO, 320.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4403, C & C COMMERCIAL CLEANING CO, 120.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4404, STAPLESBUSINESS ADVANTAGE, 626.53, SUPPLIES-OFFICE 4405, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 199.99, PRINTER 4406, FOREMOST PROMOTIONS, 4814.95, PROMOTIONAL ITEMS 4407, MARKUM RHONDA, 90.19, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 4408, GRIMSLEYS, INC.,1952.42, SUPPLIES-CLEANING 4409, LOCKE SUPPLY, 200.04, SUPPLIES-CLEANING;Health 468, BRYANT, RACHEL L, 64.52, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 469, YERGER, PAULA, 135.00, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 470,LACY, CATHY, 415.57, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 471, PIPARATO, KATHLEEN, 190.82, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT;Highway 1603, CITY OF CUSHING, 362.02, UTILITIES 1604, BOWMAN MACHINE LLC, 7576.11, REPAIR-EQUIPMENT 1605,COMPLIANCE RESOURCE GROUP, 160.00, DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING 1606, KINNUNEN SALES &RENTALS, INC, 103.99, TOOLSBLADES1607, DOLESE BROTHERS COMPANY, 17462.48, CRUSHER RUN 1608, P & K EQUIPMENT, INC., 3557.95, PARTS 1609,SUMMIT UTILITIES OKLAHOMA INC, 52.03, UTILITIES-GAS;Jail-ST 413, GRIMSLEYS, INC., 3643.98, SUPPLIES-CLEANING 414, BEN E. KEITH LOCKBOX, 5614.57, SUPPLIES-FOOD 415, AMAZOCAPITAL SERVICES, 397.86, SUPPLIES-CABLES 416, FAVCO ELECTRIC, INC., 155.00, ELECTRICAL WORK;ML Fee 29, B & C BUSINESS PRODUCTS, INC., 225.00, PRINTER PARTS 30, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 123.44, SUPPLIES;Mtg Cert 68, TM CONSULTING, INC., 1740.00, SOFTWARE-ANTI-VIRUS LICENSE;Opioid Settlement 14, PAYNE CO. DISTRICT ATTORNEY, 8333.33, MEDICAL/MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES;RM&P 58, B & C BUSINESS PRODUCTS, INC., 169.98, SUPPLIES-TONER;Rural Fire-ST 137, BOUND TREE MEDICAL, 1682.22, SUPPLIES-MEDICAL;SH Svc Fee 426, DIGI SECURITY SYSTEMS LLC, 712.87, CAMERA/LICENSE;2026-2027General 1, CHICKASAW TELECOMMUNICATION, 870.00, UTILITIES 2, CHICKASAW TELECOMMUNICATION, 144.88, UTILITIES 3,CHICKASAW TELECOMMUNICATION, 2703.88, UTILITIES-INTERNET
Approved upon signature. Motion to approve by Markum, Second by Condley: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Blanket purchase orders: Election Board to Alpha Computing; Fair Board to Amazon; total $4,100. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Monthly Reports of Officers:
County Clerk ending balance for June (as of 2026-07-02): $167,561.59.
Assessor ending balance: $6,979.
Court Clerk funds: Official Depository/Court Clerk Fund/Revolving Fund ending balance $1,252,620.18; Records Management and Preservation ending balance $102,861.30.
Environmental Enforcement monthly report was provided. The board acknowledged these reports. Motion to acknowledge as presented by Markum, second by Condley. Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Other Administrative Items:
No ingress/egress agreements, no cash appropriations, no permits or road crossings, and no new business were presented.
Adjournment: Motion by Markum to adjourn, second by Condley. Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes
Minutes of the Board attested to:
Attest:
By___________________________
Glenna Craig, Payne County Clerk
Seal of office
Approved by the Board of Commissioners
On the _____day of ____________ 2026
Zach Cavett- Chairman-D-1_______________________________
Seth Condley-Vice Chairman-D-2 ____________________
Rhonda Markum- Commissioner D-3__________________________
All Board of County Commissioner Meetings live recordings can be found at www.countyclerk.paynecounty.org
The Payne County Board of County Commissioners met in a regular meeting of the board at 9:00 a.m. on July 6th, 2026, at the Payne County Administration Building, Gloria Hesser Commissioner Meeting Room 200/201, located in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Chairman Zach Cavett called the meeting to order: Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m.
The following members were present: Zach Cavett Chairman - Commissioner District 1, Seth Condley - Commissioner District 2 Vice-Chairman, Rhonda Markum-Commissioner District 3-Member, Leslie Echalk-Deputy County Clerk. Invocation by Commissioner Condley and Flag Salute to our country led by Dewey Clapp.
Approval or Modification of Minutes: Motion to approve minutes of July 1st, 2026, meeting as presented by Condley, second by Markum. Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Public Comments:
Kathy Atkins from Payne County Save Our Sunsets (PCOS) addressed landowner property rights related to Delta Plains NETC and Cimarron Link transmission line projects, which are on hold or possibly canceled. PCOS will keep monitoring and communicating with the Board.
Ms. Atkins highlighted the historical and familial importance of local lands, such as family-maintained ponds, old schoolhouses, cemeteries, and long-cultivated plants from early settlers.
Approval of Minutes:
The board approved the minutes from July 1st without discussion. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Courthouse Lawn Use for Peaceful Protest:
Approved a request to use the courthouse lawn on 2026-07-15 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a peaceful protest regarding the overturn of the Payne County grand jury denial. Motion to approve by Markum, Second by Condley Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Membership Dues Approvals:
ACCO- Association of County Commissioners and Officers. Approved annual dues of $9,000, generally paid from District Two's General Fund. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
County Officers and Deputies Association of Oklahoma (CODA): Approved annual dues of $1,500, paid by District Two of the General Fund. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Solid Waste Grant Requests through ACCO for 2027:
Approved a Solid Waste Request Form (OCCEDB) for all three districts including: 1,500 each for chainsaws; 4,200 each for illegal dump site cleanup and dump roll-offs; and funding for environmental officers. Motion to approve by Markum, Second by Condley: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Payne County Radio System Update:
Installations in Perkins began, with dispatch consoles at the sheriff's office scheduled for next week. Estimated timeline to be on the edge of going live is about three weeks. The one-year warranty will begin at go-live. No action taken by the board.
Appointment of Requestioning and Receiving Officers FY 26/27:
LATCF Funds: Requisitioning - Zach Cavett, Rhonda Markum; Receiving - Shawna Bales, April Kennedy; Warrants - Zach Cavett, Rhonda Markum.
Opioid Funds: Requisitioning - Zach Cavett, Seth Condley; Receiving - Shawna Bales, Tammy Mathis; Warrants - Zach Cavett, Tammy Mathis.
Glencoe Fire: Requisitioning - Susan Pierce, Jeremy Cooper; Receiving - Ian Austin, Carl McAllister.
Ripley Fire: Requisitioning - Zach Seals, Daniel Lord; plus Leslie Simpson referenced for requisitioning; removal of "Chance Greenhagen" noted. Correction of error approved to fix the spelling of Commissioner Markum's last name on LATCF forms by Condley. Motion to approve by Condley with correction of Commissioner Markum's name, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Ingress and Egress Agreements: None on this date
Cash Appropriations: None on this date.
Fire Department Pre-Requisition:
Approved purchase of ESO checklist, ESO asset management, ESO fire incidents, fire incidents CAD integration, and personnel management totaling $3,668.59. Authorized Chairman to sign on behalf of the board. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Purchase Orders and Blanket Purchase Orders: Purchase orders to be paid: FY 26/27 total $3,718.76; FY 25/26 total $67,358.
2025-2026Fire- St 104, CENTRAL RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, 34.00, UTILITIES-ELECTRIC;General 4394, CIMARRON VALLEY COMM., LLC, 239.68, NOTICE OF PUBLICATION 4395, CENTRAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE,1084.98, UTILITIES 4396, LOCKE SUPPLY, 662.25, LED LIGHTS 4397, WALKER COMPANIES, 150.50, NOTARY RENEWAL 4398, C & COMMERCIAL CLEANING CO, 675.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4399, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 498.15, SUPPLIES 4400, C & CCOMMERCIAL CLEANING CO, 2260.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4401, A T & T, 513.16, UTILITIES 4402, C & C COMMERCIAL CLEANINGCO, 320.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4403, C & C COMMERCIAL CLEANING CO, 120.00, JANITORIAL SERVICES 4404, STAPLESBUSINESS ADVANTAGE, 626.53, SUPPLIES-OFFICE 4405, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 199.99, PRINTER 4406, FOREMOST PROMOTIONS, 4814.95, PROMOTIONAL ITEMS 4407, MARKUM RHONDA, 90.19, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 4408, GRIMSLEYS, INC.,1952.42, SUPPLIES-CLEANING 4409, LOCKE SUPPLY, 200.04, SUPPLIES-CLEANING;Health 468, BRYANT, RACHEL L, 64.52, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 469, YERGER, PAULA, 135.00, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 470,LACY, CATHY, 415.57, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 471, PIPARATO, KATHLEEN, 190.82, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT;Highway 1603, CITY OF CUSHING, 362.02, UTILITIES 1604, BOWMAN MACHINE LLC, 7576.11, REPAIR-EQUIPMENT 1605,COMPLIANCE RESOURCE GROUP, 160.00, DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING 1606, KINNUNEN SALES &RENTALS, INC, 103.99, TOOLSBLADES1607, DOLESE BROTHERS COMPANY, 17462.48, CRUSHER RUN 1608, P & K EQUIPMENT, INC., 3557.95, PARTS 1609,SUMMIT UTILITIES OKLAHOMA INC, 52.03, UTILITIES-GAS;Jail-ST 413, GRIMSLEYS, INC., 3643.98, SUPPLIES-CLEANING 414, BEN E. KEITH LOCKBOX, 5614.57, SUPPLIES-FOOD 415, AMAZOCAPITAL SERVICES, 397.86, SUPPLIES-CABLES 416, FAVCO ELECTRIC, INC., 155.00, ELECTRICAL WORK;ML Fee 29, B & C BUSINESS PRODUCTS, INC., 225.00, PRINTER PARTS 30, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 123.44, SUPPLIES;Mtg Cert 68, TM CONSULTING, INC., 1740.00, SOFTWARE-ANTI-VIRUS LICENSE;Opioid Settlement 14, PAYNE CO. DISTRICT ATTORNEY, 8333.33, MEDICAL/MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES;RM&P 58, B & C BUSINESS PRODUCTS, INC., 169.98, SUPPLIES-TONER;Rural Fire-ST 137, BOUND TREE MEDICAL, 1682.22, SUPPLIES-MEDICAL;SH Svc Fee 426, DIGI SECURITY SYSTEMS LLC, 712.87, CAMERA/LICENSE;2026-2027General 1, CHICKASAW TELECOMMUNICATION, 870.00, UTILITIES 2, CHICKASAW TELECOMMUNICATION, 144.88, UTILITIES 3,CHICKASAW TELECOMMUNICATION, 2703.88, UTILITIES-INTERNET
Approved upon signature. Motion to approve by Markum, Second by Condley: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Blanket purchase orders: Election Board to Alpha Computing; Fair Board to Amazon; total $4,100. Motion to approve by Condley, Second by Markum: Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Monthly Reports of Officers:
County Clerk ending balance for June (as of 2026-07-02): $167,561.59.
Assessor ending balance: $6,979.
Court Clerk funds: Official Depository/Court Clerk Fund/Revolving Fund ending balance $1,252,620.18; Records Management and Preservation ending balance $102,861.30.
Environmental Enforcement monthly report was provided. The board acknowledged these reports. Motion to acknowledge as presented by Markum, second by Condley. Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes.
Other Administrative Items:
No ingress/egress agreements, no cash appropriations, no permits or road crossings, and no new business were presented.
Adjournment: Motion by Markum to adjourn, second by Condley. Roll Call Vote: Markum-Yes, Condley-Yes, Cavett-Yes
Minutes of the Board attested to:
Attest:
By___________________________
Glenna Craig, Payne County Clerk
Seal of office
Approved by the Board of Commissioners
On the _____day of ____________ 2026
Zach Cavett- Chairman-D-1_______________________________
Seth Condley-Vice Chairman-D-2 ____________________
Rhonda Markum- Commissioner D-3__________________________
All Board of County Commissioner Meetings live recordings can be found at www.countyclerk.paynecounty.org
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