Pittsburg County EDA approves claims, discusses Choctaw-funded expo upgrades

The Pittsburg County Economic Development Authority on April 27 unanimously approved its agenda, minutes from April 20 and a set of claims and fiscal transactions, and discussed potential Choctaw funding for upgrades to the county expo.

Chairman Ross Selman called the meeting to order and roll was taken; trustees Ross Selman, Mike Haynes and Charlie Rogers were present. Vice‑Chairman Mike Haynes moved to approve the meeting agenda; Charlie Rogers seconded and the motion passed unanimously. The board then approved the April 20, 2026 minutes by the same margin.

The authority acknowledged and approved all claims and fiscal transactions submitted for signature by the Board of County Commissioners. The purchase orders dated April 27, 2026 list vendors and charges totaling $3,675.37, including Ben E. Keith Lockbox, KC Farm Machinery, SGC Foodservice, Lingo Communications and Bemac Supply.

Under new business, Trustee Charlie Rogers said he met with Choctaw representatives last week about potential funding to update the county expo. Rogers reported that Dennis Wilson would like funds used to fence the area around the amphitheater and to add lights on the stage, and he described discussion of a possible pavilion. Haynes said fencing could serve crowd‑control purposes; Selman suggested using temporary fencing so the area remains available for other events when the stage is not in use.

Rogers also asked about work on the racetrack. Selman said plumbing and electrical repairs will be scheduled when ground conditions dry to avoid damage from rain. The board did not take any formal action to accept or allocate Choctaw funding during the meeting.

Chairman Selman moved to adjourn; Rogers seconded. The motion passed unanimously and the meeting was adjourned.