Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the award and issuance of $5.4 million in general obligation bonds from the November 2021 election for residential streets and an animal shelter. New ward boundaries were adopted based on the 2020 census to ensure equal population distribution. Several significant engineering contracts were approved for major road widening and reconstruction projects, including Broadway Avenue, Eastern Avenue, Telephone Road, and the SW 19th and Santa Fe Avenue intersection.
Key Decisions & Votes
Award of General Obligation Bonds of 2022
02:50Resolution 12-22 was approved, awarding $5.4 million in City of Moore General Obligation Bonds of 2022 to the bidder offering the lowest interest rate, representing the first bond drawdown from the November 2021 election for residential streets and the animal shelter.
Issuance of General Obligation Bonds of 2022
03:55Resolution 13-22 was approved, providing for the issuance of $5.4 million in General Obligation Bonds of 2022, authorized by the November 9, 2021 election, and prescribing forms, registration, and tax levy for principal and interest payments.
Adoption of New Ward Boundaries
07:30Resolution 14-22 was approved, authorizing the adoption of new ward boundaries for the City of Moore to rebalance population totals based on the 2020 census, with minimal changes and ensuring each ward contains a portion of old town.
Broadway/Eastern Avenue Widening & Reconstruction Design
20:00A contract with EST Incorporated for $707,490 was approved for professional engineering services to design the widening and reconstruction of Broadway Avenue (S 19th St to Willowpine) and Eastern Avenue (SE 19th St to Broadway Avenue), projects approved by voters in November 2021.
Telephone Road Widening & Reconstruction Design
24:00A contract with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for $414,235 was approved for professional engineering services to design the widening and reconstruction of Telephone Road (S 19th St to SW 34th St), a project approved by voters in November 2021.
SW 19th & Santa Fe Avenue Intersection Reconstruction Design
26:30A contract with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for $297,965 was approved for professional engineering services to design the reconstruction of the SW 19th and Santa Fe Avenue intersection, funded through transportation impact fees, to address traffic congestion.
Financial Matters
Re-establishment and Moving Expenses for Tillerson Cabinet Company
Approved re-establishment and moving expenses for the relocation of Tillerson Cabinet Company, a displaced business due to the SE 4th Street railroad underpass project, as required by federal law.
Claims and Expenditures FY 2021-2022 (City Council)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the current fiscal year.
Awarding City of Moore General Obligation Bonds of 2022
Awarded general obligation bonds to the bidder with the lowest interest rate for residential streets and the animal shelter project.
Issuance of General Obligation Bonds of 2022
Approved the issuance of general obligation bonds authorized by the November 2021 election.
Revision of Competitive Bidding Threshold for Insurance-Covered Purchases
Amended the purchase amount threshold required for competitive bidding when the purchase is covered by a policy of insurance, increasing it from $15,000 to $100,000 to align with other competitive bidding thresholds.
Acceptance of 2021 JAG LLE Grant
Accepted a Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for $9,600 to reimburse the cost of 10 body cameras.
Purchase of 10 Body Cameras
Authorized the purchase of 10 body cameras for $9,600 using a NASPO contract, utilizing the accepted JAG grant funds to replace older units.
Purchase and Installation of Outdoor Warning System Controllers
Authorized the budgeted purchase and installation of four replacement control cabinet assemblies for tornado sirens from Joe Goddard Enterprises.
Budget Supplement for Front-End Loader
Approved a budget supplement to fund the purchase of a front-end loader for the Streets and Public Works department, previously approved at the January 18th council meeting.
Professional Engineering Services for Broadway/Eastern Avenue Widening
Approved a contract with EST Incorporated for professional engineering services to design the Broadway Avenue and Eastern Avenue widening and reconstruction project.
Professional Engineering Services for Telephone Road Widening
Approved a contract with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for professional engineering services to design the Telephone Road widening and reconstruction project.
Professional Engineering Services for SW 19th & Santa Fe Intersection
Approved a contract with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for professional engineering services to design the reconstruction of the SW 19th and Santa Fe Avenue intersection, funded by transportation impact fees.
Claims and Expenditures FY 2021-2022 (Moore Public Works Authority)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Public Works Authority for the current fiscal year.
Workers Compensation Settlement (Kent Dunbar)
Approved payment of a workers compensation settlement for CBR #2050000868 to Kent Dunbar.
Workers Compensation Settlement (Matthew Melton)
Approved payment of a workers compensation settlement for CBR #20500007 to Matthew Melton.
Claims and Expenditures FY 2021-2022 (Moore Risk Management)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Risk Management for the current fiscal year.
Repair of Sanitation Truck
Authorized the repair of a sanitation truck damaged at the landfill, covered by the city's property insurance (with a $10,000 deductible), by Bridgeport Truck Manufacturing Inc. as a sole source provider.
Public Comments
Two citizens spoke during the forum. One proposed changing statutes to allow backyard hens and chickens in Moore, citing benefits and Oklahoma City's recent approval. The other speaker, representing Buck Thomas baseball, requested new or additional bathrooms at Buck Thomas Park due to their age, frequent clogging, and high usage during league nights and tournaments.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- March 7th: City Council's final consideration of the ward redistricting ordinance.
- March: ACOG funding decisions for the SW 19th & Santa Fe intersection project.
- April: Individual meetings with council members for the FY23 budget process.
Watch For
- Revisiting discussion on allowing backyard hens and chickens in Moore.
- Proposed budget item for new/additional bathrooms at Buck Thomas Park in the FY23 budget.
- Potential ACOG/ODOT federal funding for Broadway/Eastern Avenue and Telephone Road widening projects, which could extend design timelines.
Announcements
- Public Works and Sanitation departments were commended for their excellent work in keeping streets clear and trash picked up during recent storm events.
- Sergeant Rebecca Miller was recognized for her significant efforts in securing grants for the police agency, including the JAG LLE grant for body cameras.
- Increased police presence on 19th Street has been effective in slowing down red light violations.
- The fiscal year 2023 budget process has begun.
Agenda Summary
Item 2: Consent Docket
Approved minutes of the January 18, 2022 meeting, re-establishment and moving expenses for Tillerson Cabinet Company, revision of the Legal Administrative Assistant job description, and ratification of claims and expenditures.
Item 3: Consider Action Receive Bids and Consider for Approval or Rejection Resolution Number 12-22 Awarding Five Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars City of Moore Oklahoma General Obligation Bonds of 2022
Awarded $5.4 million in general obligation bonds from the November 2021 election for residential streets and the animal shelter.
Item 4: Consider Action Approval or Rejection of Resolution Number 13-22 Providing for the Issuance of the General Obligation Bonds of 2022
Approved the issuance of $5.4 million in general obligation bonds authorized at the November 9, 2021 election, prescribing forms, registration, and tax levy.
Item 5: Consider Approval of a Lot Split Located in the Southwest Quarter of Section 25 Township 10 North Range 3 West
Approved a lot split south of SE 19th Street and west of Eastern Avenue, dividing property into two tracks for future development.
Item 6: Consider Approval of Resolution Number 14-22 Authorizing the Adoption of New Ward Boundaries for the City of Moore
Authorized the adoption of new ward boundaries to ensure equal population distribution based on the 2020 census.
Item 7: Consider Approval of Ordinance Number 1001-22 Amending Part 7 Chapter 2 Section 7-205
Modified the purchase amount threshold required for competitive bidding when the purchase is covered by a policy of insurance, increasing it to $100,000.
Item 8: Consider Acceptance of a 2021 JAG LLE Grant for Reimbursement of the Cost of 10 Body Cameras
Accepted a Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for $9,600 to reimburse the cost of 10 body cameras.
Item 9: Consider Authorizing the Purchase of 10 Body Cameras from WatchGuard Video
Authorized the purchase of 10 body cameras for $9,600 using a NASPO contract, utilizing the accepted JAG grant funds to replace older units.
Item 10: Consider Authorizing the Budgeted Purchase and Installation of Four Outdoor Warning System Controllers
Authorized the purchase and installation of four replacement control cabinet assemblies for tornado sirens from Joe Goddard Enterprises for $66,210.
Item 11: Consider Approval of a Sports Association Agreement for the 2022-2023 Soccer Program
Approved a partnership agreement with the Moore Lady Lions Soccer Booster Club to provide recreational soccer leagues and events at various city parks.
Item 12: Consider Approval of a Budget Supplement to the Budgeted Funds and Related Expenses for the Purchase of a Front-End Loader
Approved a budget supplement to fund the purchase of a front-end loader for the Streets and Public Works department.
Item 13: Consider Approval of a Contract with EST Incorporated for Professional Engineering Services to Design the Broadway Avenue South 19th Street to Willowpine and Eastern Avenue Southeast 19th Street to Broadway Avenue Widening and Reconstruction Project
Approved a contract for $707,490 with EST Incorporated for engineering services to design the widening and reconstruction of Broadway Avenue and Eastern Avenue.
Item 14: Consider Approval of a Contract with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for Professional Engineering Services to Design the Telephone Road South 19th Street to Southwest 34th Street Widening and Reconstruction Project
Approved a contract for $414,235 with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for engineering services to design the widening and reconstruction of Telephone Road.
Item 15: Consider Approval of a Contract with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for Professional Engineering Services to Design the Southwest 19th and Santa Fe Avenue Intersection Reconstruction Project
Approved a contract for $297,965 with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for engineering services to design the reconstruction of the SW 19th and Santa Fe Avenue intersection.
Item 16: Consider Approval of a New Job Description for a Traffic Signal Technician
Approved a new job description for a Traffic Signal Technician in the Streets and Drainage division and assigned it to pay grade 108.
Item 17: Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
Received and approved minutes of the January 18, 2022 meeting and approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Item 18: Moore Risk Management Consent Docket
Accepted minutes of the January 18, 2022 meeting, approved workers compensation settlements for Kent Dunbar and Matthew Melton, and approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Item 19: Consider Authorizing the Repair of a Sanitation Truck
Authorized the repair of a sanitation truck damaged at the landfill by Bridgeport Truck Manufacturing Inc. for $72,546.04, covered by city insurance.
Item 21: Executive Session
Discussed and took action on pending claims by Wilmington Savings Fund Society and Jessica Lawson against the City of Moore.