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After executive session, council authorizes potential termination of service to Rural Water District No. 7 unless accord reached by Nov. 3

City of McAlester City Council · October 29, 2025

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Summary

Following a closed‑session briefing with the city attorney about a pending claim, the council unanimously authorized the city manager to terminate water service to Rural Water District No. 7 at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3 unless staff reaches a satisfactory agreement beforehand.

After convening in executive session to receive confidential legal advice regarding a pending claim, the McAlester City Council directed the city manager to prepare for termination of water utility service to Rural Water District No. 7 if the parties do not reach a satisfactory accord.

City legal counsel reported to the council in executive session; the council then voted in open session to authorize the city manager to terminate service effective 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3 unless a resolution is reached. The motion passed unanimously on roll call.

The council’s public motion described the action as an authorization to the city manager rather than an immediate administrative disconnection; staff indicated they will continue to work with the rural water district for an accommodation before the effective date.