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The domestic‑violence proposal requests $930,057.25 and, as described by Perry, would fund two full‑time investigators dedicated to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking cases and one full‑time project assistant to support case coordination, data tracking and grant reporting. The application would create a subaward pool to competitive‑bid advocacy and SANE nurse services rather than name a single MOU partner, Perry said. Perry also noted the county received a prior award in fiscal 2022 on which this application would build. She told the board there is no local match required for the grant.

Later in the meeting Perry presented a separate application for the Local Law Enforcement Cyber Crimes Program (rural OVW), with a proposed budget of $180,000 to purchase forensic workstations, software, secure evidence storage, servers, cameras, portable drives and mobile data terminals and to provide training. Perry said Joel Weber, the sheriff’s cyber‑crimes investigator, supplied the equipment list and that the sheriff’s office has a sustainability plan should the grant not fund the full build‑out. Perry confirmed that equipment purchased with the grant would remain the county’s property.

Commissioner James moved to approve submission of both grant applications; Commissioner Randy seconded. The board approved both motions by roll call.

Why it matters: If funded, the grants would add investigative capacity and equipment to the sheriff’s office for domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and cyber investigations, potentially changing staffing and operational demands for the county sheriff’s office.

Details commissioners asked for: Commissioners asked about fringe‑benefit calculations for personnel and were advised those computations used prior award percentages and might need updating; staff said they would revisit benefit estimates if necessary before final submission.

Next steps: Staff will finalize application budgets and submit the applications for review by the federal grant programs.","mediaType","Audio","parentTitle","Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting Agenda for 06-30-2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Wagoner County Board of Commissioners on June 30 approved submission of two OVW grant applications to add investigative and technical capacity to the sheriff’s office: a $930,057.25 domestic‑violence proposal and a $180,000 cyber‑crime proposal.","taxTitle","Wagoner County, Oklahoma","taxId",52821,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_32":74,"_34":35,"_36":37,"_38":75,"_40":76,"_42":77,"_44":78,"_46":79,"_48":49,"_50":80,"_52":-5,"_53":54,"_55":56,"_57":81,"_59":60,"_61":62,"_63":82,"_65":66,"_67":68,"_69":66,"_70":71,"_72":71},6520987,"Commissioners ask for documents, table retroactive MOUs after review finds missing board signatures and billing questions",1150,3574000,4724000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5115498-c5435e5481dd6bc4929c1c39d9f7ae4c&start=3574&end=4724","/articles/6520987/Wagoner-County/Oklahoma/Commissioners-ask-for-documents-table-retroactive-MOUs-after-review-finds-missing-board-signatures-and-billing-questions","At the June 30 meeting the Wagoner County Board of Commissioners discussed retroactive memorandums of understanding (MOUs) tied to the county’s opioid‑abatement grant. Gabrielle Perry, the county’s grant consultant, presented four previously used MOUs: Beloved Under Grace, Abel Tutoring, Wagoner DUI Service and Wrap Project. Perry told commissioners the Wrap Project had withdrawn from the MOU and refunded all funds paid to the county.

The board’s compliance review, led by Perry and supported by county staff, found the MOUs had not been properly ratified by the Board of County Commissioners and that some documentation requested of subcontractors raised questions. Perry said she had asked for billing documentation from a third‑party provider that related to counseling services; she said no client‑level protected health information had been requested but that third‑party billing records were relevant to grant compliance. County staff said some payments had been made in the absence of a properly executed MOU signed by the board and that the county was investigating how that occurred.

Commissioner James moved to table final ratification of the listed MOUs and request the documents Perry had gathered so the board could review them; Commissioner Tim seconded. The motion carried by roll call. Commissioners instructed staff to collect the documentation and return with a formal report before any final ratification.

Why it matters: The opioid‑abatement grant carries federal and state compliance obligations; county officials said political subdivisions can be held responsible for misused grant proceeds if partners or contractors do not comply with the terms.

What the county will do next: Staff will compile the requested documentation, including MOUs, signatory pages and requested third‑party billing summaries (with protected health information redacted if necessary), and present findings to the board. The Wrap Project’s refund and withdrawal were recorded by staff; the remaining MOUs remain subject to review and formal ratification.

","Wagoner County commissioners moved to pause final approval of several opioid‑abatement memoranda of understanding, asked staff for documentation, and tabled ratification while an internal review continues; one partner refunded funds and withdrew from the program.",{"_32":84,"_34":35,"_36":37,"_38":85,"_40":86,"_42":87,"_44":88,"_46":89,"_48":49,"_50":90,"_52":-5,"_53":54,"_55":56,"_57":91,"_59":60,"_61":62,"_63":92,"_65":66,"_67":68,"_69":66,"_70":71,"_72":71},6520992,"Commissioners pause enforcement and remove 30-day deadline for Beloved Under Grace after providers plead case",702,295000,997000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5115498-c5435e5481dd6bc4929c1c39d9f7ae4c&start=295&end=997","/articles/6520992/Wagoner-County/Oklahoma/Commissioners-pause-enforcement-and-remove-30-day-deadline-for-Beloved-Under-Grace-after-providers-plead-case","Nanette Curry, a co‑founder and director of Beloved Under Grace, told the Wagoner County Board of Commissioners on June 30 that the faith‑based residential program provides comprehensive services to women recovering from addiction and mental‑health conditions. “My name is Nanette Curry. I’m a cofounder and director along with my sister Donna Witt at Beloved Under Grace,” Curry said, and described services including help obtaining identification documents, transportation to appointments, employment assistance and safe housing.

The item on the agenda was listed as an appeal of a rezoning decision, but county staff and commissioners said no formal zoning application had been filed. County staff noted they had sent a letter to the property after receiving inquiries and an exhibit from a planning consultant, Larry Curtis, that suggested the facility might fall under protections for group homes. Staff said the initial letter included a 30‑day deadline to correct an alleged violation.

Commissioner James moved to remove the 30‑day stipulation from the letter and place the matter into an active investigation so that staff can gather more information; Commissioner Randy seconded the motion. The board approved the motion by roll call vote (ayes recorded). County staff said the enforcement language and fines in the letter would be removed while they confirm whether the facility qualifies as a protected group home or is otherwise subject to zoning compliance.

Why it matters: The board’s action gives Beloved Under Grace additional time while county staff clarifies whether the facility requires a zoning application, whether earlier contacts were received by the county, and whether operations fall under state or federal protections for certain residential group homes.

What commissioners and staff said: Commissioners urged caution and further investigation before taking enforcement action, telling the founders they wanted to ensure the women served were not harmed by premature sanctions. County staff said the initial outreach resulted from a phone call and an email reporting potential additional living quarters at the property.

Next steps: County staff will investigate the property’s use, review the planning consultant’s exhibit, and return to the commission with findings; the enforcement letter will be modified to remove the 30‑day correction requirement in the meantime.

","After founders of Beloved Under Grace described services for women in recovery, the Wagoner County Board of Commissioners removed a 30‑day correction deadline from a county letter and voted to place the matter into active review, giving the group breathing room while staff investigates zoning and permit questions.",{"_32":94,"_34":35,"_36":37,"_38":95,"_40":96,"_42":97,"_44":98,"_46":99,"_48":49,"_50":100,"_52":-5,"_53":54,"_55":56,"_57":101,"_59":60,"_61":62,"_63":102,"_65":66,"_67":68,"_69":66,"_70":71,"_72":71},6520978,"Votes at a glance: key Wagoner County actions June 30, 2025",592,1236000,1828000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5115498-c5435e5481dd6bc4929c1c39d9f7ae4c&start=1236&end=1828","/articles/6520978/Wagoner-County/Oklahoma/Votes-at-a-glance-key-Wagoner-County-actions-June-30-2025","The Wagoner County Board of Commissioners took multiple administrative and policy actions at its June 30 meeting. Below are the formal motions, movers/seconders and recorded outcomes as stated on the record.

- Consent agenda: Approved (motion approved by roll call). Motion to approve consent agenda carried; specific consent items not disputed on record.

- PBA property and liability insurance (Resolution 2025‑083): Approved. Option 1 payment of $20,001.16 for Wagoner County Public Buildings Authority property and liability quote was approved (motion by Commissioner Kelly; second by Commissioner James; roll call recorded as aye).

- County property and liability renewal (Resolution 2025‑082): Approved. Option 1 payment of $650,094 (county‑level property and liability quote) approved by roll call; motion carried.

- Demolition and cleanup bids (Bid 2025‑17 for 205 & 207 N. Casavier): Tabled for staff review. Commissioners asked staff (Kathy) to verify bid documentation before award (motion to table carried by roll call).

- Elevator maintenance annual agreement: Approved. The board awarded the renewal to TKE (Tyson/Krupp elevator) at the low quote of $6,576.24 (motion by Commissioner Tim; second by Commissioner Randy; roll call aye).

- Oak Grove Fire Department lease‑purchase agreement with Welch State Bank (rescue truck): Approved. Commissioners approved the county signing as guarantor consistent with prior practice; recorded votes included one abstention by Commissioner Kelly and ayes from others (motion carried with recorded abstention).

- US Cellular tower lease renewal (due 08/21/2025): Tabled. Commissioners asked staff to verify tower ownership and lease terms; staff to report back (motion to table carried).

- Professional engineering services agreement for economic development (Holloway, Updike & Bellum, Inc.): Approved with contingency that county attorney (Andy) review and sign off on final adjustments; contract not to exceed $10,000 for one year (motion carried by roll call).

- Treasurer’s office remodel (Myers Cherry scope): Approved. Board approved the complete scope and awarded the work to Myers Cherry (motion by Commissioner James; second by Commissioner Tim; roll call aye). (Quoted bids included a higher partial scope bid from another contractor; board approved the full scope vendor.)

- Election board employee entrance: Approved. The board approved construction of an employee entrance and temporary steps/handrail at an estimated cost of $8,500 to be funded from the election board’s encumbered project funds (motion carried by roll call).

- Letter of support for NACO justice & public safety committee resolution (federal civil rights claims compensation cap): Approved. Commissioners approved sending a letter of support (motion carried by roll call).

- Executive session and subsequent action on litigation CV‑25‑111 (Persica Solar LLC v. Wagoner County): The board entered executive session and, upon reconvening, voted to retain outside counsel Adam Dover (Spike Gable Gutwalt) to respond to the lawsuit. Motion carried by roll call with Commissioner Kelly recorded as voting no; other commissioners voted aye.

Notes on process: Where specific dollar amounts or contractor names varied in the record (multiple bid documents or differing notations), the board tabled items for staff verification or explicitly instructed staff to reconcile bid paperwork before award. Several items were approved subject to attorney review or staff follow‑up.","Summary of motions and recorded outcomes from the Wagoner County Board of Commissioners meeting, June 30, 2025.","actionData","errors"]

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