City of Shawnee PAVE Forum 08/10/2026

The City of Shawnee, Oklahoma held a PAVE Forum on August 10, 2026, featuring candidates discussing various local government issues including taxation, budget priorities, infrastructure, and community engagement. Key procurement-related topics included concerns about city spending transparency, budget management, and infrastructure maintenance such as road and sewer system improvements. Candidate Joey Ward emphasized responsible stewardship of the city budget, careful spending, and the importance of transparency in city contracts and decision-making. He also highlighted challenges with city code enforcement impacting local business development and expressed a desire to improve efficiency in city engineering and inspection processes. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the forum underscored the need for prudent fiscal management and community involvement in budgetary decisions.