The Edmond City Council held a special meeting on May 12, 2025, to discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. The meeting focused on key financial aspects, including personnel costs, supplies, capital improvements, and debt service.

The first major point of discussion was the personnel costs, which increased by $2.6 million from fiscal year 2023 to 2024. This rise was primarily attributed to adjustments in pay step reductions.

Next, the council addressed the supplies budget, noting a modest increase of $117,000 for office supplies, which was not considered significant in the overall budget context.

The most substantial increase in the budget was identified in capital improvements, totaling $65 million. Major projects contributing to this figure included a $44 million allocation for City Hall renovations, approximately $2 million for the KickingBird Clubhouse, and improvements to the Police Lake Station and Stevenson Park. Additionally, enhancements to the soccer complex were highlighted, with funding sourced from various city funds, including golf and CityLink.

The council also noted a slight increase in debt service, attributed to the city taking on additional debt. Furthermore, the wholesale power charge was discussed, revealing a volatile increase of $9.8 million between fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

In summary, the meeting outlined significant budgetary increases driven by personnel costs, capital improvement projects, and fluctuating power charges, setting the stage for the city's financial planning in the upcoming fiscal year.