City of Shawnee PAVE Forum 5/07/2026

The City of Shawnee, Oklahoma held a PAVE Forum on May 7, 2026, featuring candidates for District Attorney, incumbent Adam and challenger Daniel McClure. The forum focused on criminal justice issues including prosecution priorities, handling of drug offenses such as fentanyl, child abuse cases, juvenile sex offenders, political corruption, and community safety. Both candidates discussed their approaches to prosecuting crimes, maintaining ethical standards, and managing the DA office. Adam highlighted his experience in reducing office debt and improving staffing, while Daniel emphasized transparency, accountability, and collaboration with community and law enforcement. No procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were discussed during this forum.