Meeting Summary
The Edmond City Council convened a special meeting to update its COVID-19 emergency declaration, bringing it into compliance with Governor Stitt's Phase Three of the "Open Up and Recover Safely" plan. The council adopted the revised proclamation, which includes guidelines for vulnerable populations and social distancing, and committed to re-evaluating it by June 15th. Discussions also covered the status of city services, virus trends, and the allocation of CARES Act funding.
Key Decisions & Votes
Adoption of Revised COVID-19 Emergency Declaration
30:00The City Council adopted a revised emergency declaration to align with Governor Stitt's Phase Three of the "Open Up and Recover Safely" plan. This includes guidelines for vulnerable populations, social distancing, and business operations, with a plan to re-evaluate by June 15th.
Upcoming Community Events
Pelican Bay Aquatic Center Opening
YMCA Day Camp
Operating with safety rules, small groups, cleaning, and disinfecting protocols.
Financial Matters
CARES Act Funding for Oklahoma County
Councilman Josh Moore inquired about the $47 million in CARES Act money received by Oklahoma County, seeking clarification on whether it was for county distribution to communities or for the county's own use. The City Manager stated that the county is still working through the details, and the city has no direct information on how it might affect Edmond.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Re-evaluation of the emergency declaration by June 15th
Watch For
- Discussion on the emergency declaration at the June 8th council meeting
- Clarification on CARES Act funding distribution from Oklahoma County
Announcements
- Soccer tournament at Blake Service Park and baseball tournament at Hafer and Mitch Parks went well over the weekend.
- Arcadia Lake had a lot of activity over the weekend.
- Pelican Bay Aquatic Center is scheduled to open this Saturday, June 6th.
- Splash pad opening is still on hold due to social distancing and disinfecting concerns.
- The Senior Center opened today or tomorrow, the Library has been open, and the Edmond Museum Historical Museum has been open.
- UCO announced opening its campus back up and will not have Fall Break to prevent students from leaving and returning with illness.
- UCO teachers reported for duty today.
- The next city council meeting on June 8th is tentatively planned for the regular city council chambers.
Agenda Summary
Report from City Manager on City Services Status
An update on the status of city services, facilities, and community activities, including recent successful events, park usage, and the reopening of facilities like Pelican Bay Aquatic Center, the Senior Center, Library, and Historical Museum.
Report from Emergency Management Director on Virus Status
An update on the status of the virus throughout Oklahoma and particularly in Oklahoma County, noting optimistic trends and the state's removal of city/zip code specific data, with ongoing efforts to regain local information for first responders.
City Attorney's Advice on Governor's Phase Three Proclamation and Recommendations
Presentation on the Governor's executive order regarding Phase Three of the "Open Up and Recover Safely" plan and recommendations for the City Council to adopt a revised emergency declaration.
Discussion and Adoption of Revised COVID-19 Emergency Declaration
Consideration and vote on adopting the revised emergency declaration to align with the Governor's Phase Three guidelines, including provisions for vulnerable populations, social distancing, and business operations, with a plan for re-evaluation by June 15th.
Discussion on CARES Act Money for Oklahoma County
Inquiry from Councilman Josh Moore regarding the allocation and distribution of $47 million in CARES Act funding received by Oklahoma County.