September 2025
General updates
OMES would like to announce that Monte Kaul has been named interim Capital Assets Management administrator. Monte's leadership style champions transparency and an open-door policy.
If you have any questions or need help accessing CAM services and team members, please reach out to Monte for assistance.
Monte Kaul
Interim CAM Administrator
monte.kaul@omes.ok.gov
Resources
Deferred Maintenance Updates
Revitalized entryways at four buildings in the Capitol Complex
This month has seen the completion of a major project, as the entryways to all four quad buildings in the Capitol Complex have been replaced. The entryways to the Oliver Hodge Building and the M.C. Connors Building were modernized earlier this year, while the entryway replacements at the Will Rogers Building and the Sequoyah Building were completed this month. All entryways feature new, refreshed glass and updated door hardware. Additionally, State of Oklahoma logos were added to the doors, delivering a modern appearance.
Replacing the entryway systems enabled OMES to upgrade and improve access control systems, providing ample security for all four buildings. We hope that the refreshed entryways will provide improved temperature control, enhanced accessibility, and a revitalized experience that staff and visitors can enjoy for years to come.
For more information regarding existing and upcoming OMES deferred maintenance projects, visit the Deferred Maintenance Dashboard. The dashboard includes weekly updates, funding information, project details and more!
Surplus
Making moves easier – your move, our muscle!
OMES CAM Surplus offers professional, stress-free moving services for all state agencies. From office relocation and equipment transfer to preparing items for surplus, our team ensures your assets are moved safely, efficiently and in compliance with state guidelines. Let us make your transition smooth and hassle free! Contact state.surplus@omes.ok.gov or fill out the moving service request form on our website today!
Real Estate and Leasing Services
New restaurant coming to the Oklahoma State Capitol Building
The Oklahoma State Capitol, through OMES CAM Real Estate and Leasing Services, began accepting proposals in April for a cafe concession operator for the Oklahoma State Capitol Building. The food service contract has been awarded to Clara Belle’s, which is set to open on Monday, Oct. 13.
Please note that Bee Healthy Cafe has ended services at the Capitol. There will be a two-week transition period during which food services within the Capitol will be temporarily unavailable. However, several nearby restaurants are within walking distance. For your convenience, links to the menus of two restaurants in the Capitol Complex are provided.
Facilities Management
Winter weather reminders
As temperatures begin to fall with the season change, the Office of Facilities Management would like to emphasize OMES' policy on space heater usage. Our standard building temperature setpoints range from 68°F to 72°F for heating and cooling. OFM highly discourages the use of space heaters in OMES-managed buildings for two reasons: First, using space heaters can adversely affect the comfort of others in the building, as our programming adjusts temperatures based on the total number of heating and cooling requests from zones throughout the building. When the system adjusts temperatures based on inaccurate readings skewed by the presence of space heaters, it can cause discomfort for others in the building. Second, space heaters are a major cause of fires nationally in both commercial and residential settings.
Please help OFM keep our buildings safe and comfortable by not bringing space heaters to work and keeping sweaters or blankets at your workspace!
Fleet Management
2025 AVL Installation Day
Fleet Management is excited to announce our 2025 Geotab AVL installation events in Oklahoma City!
We are partnering with Onward Fleet Solutions to provide automatic vehicle locator (AVL) installation assistance to agencies. The event is open to all staff who operate an agency-owned fleet vehicle.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 8, and Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: OMES Fleet Lot, 2616 N. Stiles Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Geotab offers a multitude of benefits to agencies, including optimized management capabilities, improved driver safety, reduced fuel and maintenance costs, and increased fleet efficiency.
Please use the button below to reserve your spot by Oct. 21.
Fleetio Academy
Introducing Fleetio Academy – a streamlined, engaging way to help your fleet staff stay sharp and make the most of Fleetio through self-paced training.
The Fleetio Academy is your go-to destination for building confidence and expertise in the Fleetio platform. Whether you're a fleet manager, technician or driver, Fleetio Academy offers resources to support every stage of your Fleetio journey.
New to Fleetio or ready to level up? The academy offers tons of resources, including:
- Role-specific courses and certifications.
- Clear, guided learning paths.
- Standardized training.
- Support for continuous learning as Fleetio evolves.
As a fleet administrator or fleet manager, you can help champion the rollout with your team. Visit the website to start learning!
Construction and Properties
Kelley Building
Demolition at the Kelley Building's annex has been completed, while demolition at the main building is approaching the finish line. Mechanical trades and framing crews are actively working on the upper floors of the annex. In addition, coordination meetings have been scheduled with Latino Community Development Agency, the future daycare operator, to review progress and align on the finished product.
DEQ Parking Garage
We recently completed demolition at the Department of Environmental Quality's parking garage, and the contractor will transition to foundation work soon. Overall, construction is progressing well and remains on schedule. Completion of this project will allow DEQ to better accommodate their employees' compliance with Gov. Stitt's return-to-work order.
Central Printing and Interagency Mail
Expanding our customer base with Surplus
As a result of customer interest, Central Printing is looking to expand our services to include sticker production. If your agency is interested in utilizing Central Printing to have stickers made now or in the future, please reach out to Thomas Weems.
To let Central Printing and Interagency Mail know how we can better serve your agencies, fill out this survey. We want to know if there are any products or services that we could add to our service catalog!
Employee spotlight
John Schumacher, four-color offset press operator
This month, CAM would like to highlight Central Printing's four-color offset press operator, John Schumacher. John has been with Central Printing for 12 years and has more than 30 years of experience in the printing industry.
John is thorough in all aspects of his work and is committed to maintaining a standard of excellence in the products he creates. He is dedicated to the care and maintenance of his press and goes out of his way to assist other team members in all areas of the shop. John is a critical member of our team and helps us ensure we produce high-quality products in a timely manner. Thank you, John, for all that you do for our team and the State of Oklahoma!
