At their latest meeting, September 9th, the Hennessey Board of Trustees approved several items and heard an update on the Discover Hennessey tourism initiative.
Pavilion Concrete Project
The board accepted a low bid from Premier Utility Services of Kingfisher to install a 5-inch concrete floor in the John Deutschendorf Memorial Pavilion. Four bids were submitted, ranging from $34,302 to $65,500.
Discover Hennessey Update
Jack Quirk presented an update on the Discover Hennessey project, the town’s Convention and Visitors Bureau program funded through the 3% hotel-motel tax. Managed by Quirk’s KJ Filmworks, the program has delivered new branding and signage across town, supported local events, and launched the Discover Hennessey website and QR code system, which draws tens of thousands of monthly views. He highlighted the pavilion project, largely built with donated services, and emphasized the program’s role in boosting tourism, ensuring transparency in funding, and the need for more volunteers and long-term planning.
Vehicle Purchases
Trustees also approved the purchase of two new Chevrolet Colorado pickups from Carter Chevrolet. Trustee David Jones questioned whether leasing might be a better option for public works vehicles, noting nearby towns use leases to replace vehicles every three years. Town Administrator Tiffany Rowen explained that while leasing has been used in some communities, it was often due to a lack of funds to purchase outright, and that leasing police vehicles would nearly double costs compared to buying. Jones cast the only “no” vote; the motion carried with all others in favor.
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