What are settler states, where do they come from, how did they get so powerful, and what role do they play in the world today?
Here's a little primer:
petergelderloos.substack.com/p/settler-st...
On Dec 26, 1862, the largest mass execution in US history took place under the orders of Abraham Lincoln. 38 Dakota warriors were hanged in Mankato, MN. Their people had been dispossessed by settlers and were starving.
+2 more men were captured and killed later. #Dakota38+2
Photo of todays leda agenda showing a resolution to terminate the agreement with westwin elements
Today, let's see what happens
Conditions to Termination of Project Documents. On or before May 31, 2026 (“Closing Date”): 1. Loan Repayment. Westwin shall repay LEDA the full outstanding principal amount of public assistance previously advanced by LEDA, in the amount of Two Million Seven Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,700,000), in immediately available funds, wired at closing into an account designated by LEDA. 2. Pilot Facility Site Purchase Price. Westwin shall pay to LEDA the sum of Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($400,000), in immediately available funds, wired at closing into an account designated by LEDA, in exchange for LEDA’s conveyance of fee simple title to the Property. The conveyance shall be as-is, where-is, with all faults, subject to existing exceptions to title (including oil, gas, and other mineral interests), the lien of PCE Constructors, Inc., and any other liens or claims arising from Westwin’s activities, all of which shall be Westwin’s sole responsibility to resolve. Westwin shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, LEDA, CCIDA, and LEDC from and against any such liens, claims, or liabilities. The conveyance shall be subject to all ad valorem tax obligations, including minimum annual tax payments or payments in lieu thereof, for amounts established for the valuation year beginning January 1, 2025. 3. Return of Stock. To the extent Westwin has issued to the Lawton-Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation (“LEDC”) four thousand (4,000) shares of Westwin common stock, as required by the Redevelopment Agreement, LEDC shall return such shares to Westwin at closing.
what's this about a lien from one of the construction contractors?
agenda header for the Lawton Economic Development Authority Agenda on Thursday, December 18, 2025 2:00 PM at Lawton City Hall
4. Consider approving a joint resolution of the City of Lawton, the Lawton Economic Development Authority, and the Comanche County Industrial Development Authority acknowledging Westwin Elements, Inc.’s Written Notice of its Election Not to Proceed with the large-scale commercial refinery in Lawton, Oklahoma; approving a Notice of Termination of All Obligations under Part II of the Amended and Restated Redevelopment Agreement between the City, LEDA, CCIDA, and Westwin; and authorizing the Mayor or Vice-Mayor and Chairman or Vice-Chairman of LEDA and CCIDA to execute and deliver such notice.
Can't wait to confirm tomorrow.
We win actually.
The mayor, mayor pro tem, and Ward 2's new appointed council person are absent from this presentation on the city and council's disclosure responsibilities and liabilities. Curious
looking forward to it. might be illuminating
City of Lawton City Council Special Meeting Agenda Lawton City Hall 212 SW 9th Street Lawton, Oklahoma 73501-3944 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 2:00 PM Lawton City Hall Wayne Gilley Auditorium
Business Items 1. Receive training from the City’s Disclosure Counsel on the City’s disclosure responsibilities related to the City’s issuance of bonds, etc., under the federal securities laws including Securities & Exchange Commission guidance for council members, overview of disclosure procedures, disclosure standards and the distinction between liability of the City and liability of individual council members.
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We were told we'd have to make an appointment to request an agenda for today's FISTA trust authority meeting.
Parks and Rec commission had someone meet us at the door and hand us their agenda.
Curious.
The City of Lawton is excited they will soon have a chat bot on their website. They used the term AI, but bet its just a chat bot. Like we've had since 1996.
Photo of a placard at the back of the city council auditorium reading "Designated Recording Area for citizens and media use"
$25-312. Minutes of meetings - Recording of proceedings. A. he proceedings of a public body shall be kept by a person so designated by such public body in the form of written minutes which shall be an official summary of the proceedings showing clearly those members present and absent, all matters considered by the public body, and all actions taken by such public body. The minutes of each meeting shall be open to public inspection and shall reflect the manner and time of notice required by this act. B. In the written minutes of an emergency meeting, the nature the emergency and the proceedings occurring at such meeting, including reasons for declaring such emergency meeting, shall be included. of C. Any person attending a public meeting may record the proceedings of said meeting by videotape, audiotape or by any other method; providing, however, such recording shall not interfere with the conduct of the meeting. Iaws 1977, c. 214, s 12, eff. Oct. 1, 1977; Laws 1992, c. 78, s 1, emerg. eff. April 13, 1992. $25-313. Actions taken in willful violation of act. Any action taken in willful violation of this act shall be invalid. Laws 1977, c. 214, S 13, eff. Oct. 1, 1977. Oklahoma Statutes -Title 25. Definitions and General Provisions Page 49
This restriction feels unlawful but okay
He's here 🤮
In two weeks Westwin officials are expected to provide the results of a feasibility study and inform Lawton officials of their plans “moving forward,” Cooksey said. “I cannot say much, but I can tell you that Westwin’s pilot plant is up and running, successfully, and their employees have indicated they’re happy.” Westwin operates a nickel/ cobalt refinery test plant in southwest Lawton. A Form D Offering of Securities filed June 12 with the Securities and Exchange Commission by Westwin founder and Chief Executive Officer KaLeigh Long shows Westwin has raised $550,000 toward its $125 million goal and has four investors.
In two weeks Westwin officials are expected to provide the results of a feasibility study and inform Lawton officials of their plans “moving forward,” Cooksey said. “I cannot say much, but I can tell you that Westwin’snickel/cobalt refinery test plant in southwest Lawton is up and running, successfully, and their employees have indicated they’re happy.” Westwin has raised $2.2 million from 13 accredited private investors to date, Communications Manager Marissa Espinosa told Southwest Ledger on Tuesday. Westwin also has received a term sheet of $60 million from one organization, she said. That non-binding document spells out the terms under which the organization has said it anticipates investing $60 million upon completion of their due diligence, Ms. Espinosa said. A Form D Offering of Securities filed June 12 with the Securities and Exchange Commission by Westwin founder and Chief Executive Officer KaLeigh Long shows Westwinhas a goal of raising $125 million.
That story was updated. Someone from westwin must've called to assure them they aren't reporting all their investments which is a choice
It broke off in an unexpected wind storm last March.
This happened after company representatives assured everyone they were totally prepared for the wind storm season Southwest Oklahoma has every year.
Greetings! in Support of the Seminole Tribe of Florida Against "Alligator Alcatraz" We, the American Indian Movement, Indian Territory (Oklahoma), stand in firm solidarity with the Seminole Tribe of Florida and all those opposing the construction and operation of Alligator Alcatraz immigrant detention facility now operating within the heart of the Everglades. Built with alarming speed and without adequate environmental review, this facility located on the sacred lands of the Big Cypress National Preserve at the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport represents a grave violation of Indigenous sovereignty, human dignity, and the natural world. The State of Florida's decision to detain vulnerable immigrant populations on Indigenous land, near sacred waters and protected ecosystems, is a continuation of settler colonialism and a modern day expansion of prison camps under a different name. Our people know all too well what it means to be forcibly removed, held against our will, and treated as enemies on our own lands. The use of Seminole territory without the consent of the original stewards to carry out state violence against immigrant communities echoes the historical trauma of internment, relocation, and environmental destruction inflicted upon Indigenous Nations since 1492. We call on all people of conscience to stand with the Seminole Tribe, with the displaced, and with the land itself. We support the environmental and legal efforts to halt operations and call for a full investigation into the environmental and human rights violations already underway. To the Seminole Nation: we honor your resistance and your commitment to protecting your homelands and your people. You are not alone. Your struggle is our struggle, in unity and resistance, American Indian Movement Indian Territory Oklahoma
AIM Indian Territory has released a statement in support of the Seminole Tribe of Florida Against "Alligator Alcatraz"
via: www.facebook.com/share/1ASnNx...
Valid criticism.
The ventilation in here seemed good but an hour in, air quality has definitely taken a turn
Oh the lights are on. I think the presentations are over. And the desert is coming out for those who paid to be here.
This musical number is very weird. Why does the state of the city address have a musical number?
The mayor reiterates that the FISTA doesn't happen without the Capital improvements project's fund. A thing we already knew.
Once again wondering if the aquatics center belongs to "all of us" because we funded it, then why do we have to pay admission?
