Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several ordinances, including closing a public way for a Walmart expansion and updating landscape regulations to increase open space and promote tree diversity. A significant discussion occurred regarding proposed amendments to wrecker and towing services, which was ultimately tabled for further review due to concerns raised by local business owners about operational impacts and fee structures. The council also approved budget supplements and two contracts for flower bed maintenance.
Key Decisions & Votes
Ordinance 1002-22: Amending Wrecker and Towing Services Regulations
01:00:00The proposed ordinance to amend regulations for wrecker and towing services was tabled for further discussion and potential revisions, following concerns from local business owners regarding operational impacts and fee structures.
Ordinance 1003-22: Closing Public Way in Walmart Addition
01:02:40An ordinance was approved to close a public way in the Walmart addition, retaining the city's right to reopen it, to facilitate a building expansion for grocery pickup operations.
Ordinance 1004-22: Amending Landscape Regulations
01:09:00An ordinance was approved to update landscape regulations, increasing required open space, adjusting parking lot planting areas, and promoting diversity in tree and shrub species.
Contract with Brassfield Landscaping LLC
01:10:40A contract for $8,990.00 with Brassfield Landscaping LLC for bi-weekly flower bed maintenance of city-owned properties was approved.
Contract with KNG Home and Landscaping by Design
01:11:50A contract for $10,500.00 with KNG Home and Landscaping by Design for flower bed maintenance of city-owned properties was approved.
Resolution 19-22: Removing Parks and Recreation Fees
01:12:40A resolution to remove certain fees and charges for the rental and usage of parks and recreation facilities was tabled for a later date.
Resolution 20-22: Adopting Schedule of Fees and Charges
01:13:30A resolution adopting a new schedule of fees and charges was tabled for a later date.
Budget Supplement for Various Funds
01:15:00A budget supplement was approved to budget funds for the 2022 GO Bond (street repair, animal shelter), stop loss and property insurance proceeds, fire applicant testing, and a JAG grant for police body cameras.
Executive Session Action
01:30:00Following an executive session to discuss a pending court case, the council approved a motion to proceed as directed.
Upcoming Community Events
Turquoise Takeover Week
Proclaimed for lung cancer awareness, encouraging residents to learn about risk factors and early detection.
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Proclaimed to promote awareness of healthy child development, positive parenting practices, and family support.
Oklahoma Fire Chiefs Association Conference
The 100th annual conference was successfully hosted in Moore, with record vendor and attendee numbers, and all expenditures kept within the city.
Financial Matters
FY 2021-2022 Claims and Expenditures (City Council)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
Contract with Brassfield Landscaping LLC
Approved for bi-weekly flower bed maintenance of city-owned properties.
Contract with KNG Home and Landscaping by Design
Approved for flower bed maintenance of city-owned properties.
FY 2021-2022 Claims and Expenditures (Moore Public Works Authority)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
FY 2021-2022 Claims and Expenditures (Moore Risk Management Authority)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
Budget Supplement
Budgeted funds for 2022 GO Bond (street repair, animal shelter), stop loss and property insurance proceeds, fire applicant testing, and a JAG grant for police body cameras.
Public Comments
Two wrecker service owners voiced concerns about proposed ordinance changes, specifically regarding the separation of repair shops from towing services, credit card payment issues, and the financial viability of their businesses. A citizen spoke against the proposed turnpike, highlighting its negative impacts on traffic, water resources, and personal property, urging the council to oppose it.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Ordinance 1002-22: Amending Wrecker and Towing Services Regulations
- Resolution 19-22: Removing Parks and Recreation Fees
- Resolution 20-22: Adopting Schedule of Fees and Charges
Deadlines
- Individual budget meetings with council members this week
Watch For
- Discussion on the proposed turnpike (plan expected Thursday)
- Successor for the RTA Commissioner position
Announcements
- Proclamation of the second week in May as Turquoise Takeover Week for lung cancer awareness.
- Proclamation of April 2022 as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
- The Moore Fire Department successfully hosted the 100th annual Oklahoma Fire Chiefs Association conference, receiving positive feedback and ensuring all funds were spent within the city.
- Individual budget meetings with council members are scheduled for this week.
- Steve Edie has resigned as the RTA Commissioner, and the city is seeking a successor.
Agenda Summary
Item 2: Consent Docket
Approval of various meeting minutes and an amendment to a contract, and ratification of claims and expenditures.
Item 3: Consider approval of Ordinance Number 1002-22 amending Part 9 Chapter 11 Records and Towing Services
Amending regulations for wrecker and towing services, including definitions, inspections, suspension/revocation processes, storage yard requirements, and rotation log agreements.
Item 4: Consider approval of Ordinance Number 1003-22 amending Part 12 Chapter 3 Article C of the Land Development Code
Adding a new section providing for the closing of a public way in the Walmart addition, while retaining the absolute right to reopen it.
Item 5: Consider approval of Ordinance Number 1004-22 amending Part 12 Chapter 4 Article G Landscape Regulations
Amending landscape regulations by adding applicability, increasing open space, reducing planting areas for parking lot trees, providing alternatives for landscape islands, and requiring a mixture of tree and shrub species.
Item 6: Consider approval of a contract with Brassfield Landscaping LLC
Contract for flower bed maintenance of selected city-owned properties.
Item 7: Consider approval of a contract with KNG Home and Landscaping by Design
Contract for flower bed maintenance of selected city-owned properties.
Item 8: Consider adoption of Resolution Number 19-22 removing certain fees and charges for the rental and usage of parks and recreation facilities
Resolution to remove specific fees and charges related to Parks and Recreation facility rentals and usage.
Item 9: Consider Resolution Number 20-22 adopting the schedule of fees and charges effective upon approval
Resolution adopting a new schedule of fees and charges, effective upon approval and repealing prior inconsistent fees.
Item 10: Consider approval of a budget supplement to budget funds and related expenses
Budget supplement for 2022 GO Bond, 2022 Sales Tax Note, Stop Loss and Property Insurance proceeds, Fire Applicant Testing, and a JAG Grant.
Item 11: Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Item 12: Moore Risk Management Meeting Consent Docket
Accept minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Item 14: Moore Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes from regular and special meetings.
Item 15.1: Executive Session
Discussion and possible action regarding pending court case number CJ2022-364.