Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the initial installment of $5.4 million in general obligation bonds for a new animal shelter and residential street projects, alongside a $75 Christmas stipend for employees. Staff were directed to prepare an ordinance for updated landscaping regulations. A contentious rezoning application for a pet boarding facility expansion was tabled for further investigation into noise concerns and site details.
Key Decisions & Votes
General Obligation Bonds of 2022
03:55Resolution #10-21 was adopted, fixing the amount of bonds to mature each year and authorizing the clerk to give notice of sale for the first installment of $5.4 million for the new animal shelter and residential street projects.
Janitorial Services Bids
04:50Staff was authorized to solicit bids for janitorial services for the station recreation and aquatic center due to unsatisfactory performance from the previous provider.
Professional Services Contract with Civil and Environmental Consultants Inc.
06:30A contract for on-call engineering services was approved to maintain a working relationship with an engineer for subdivision plan review and other small public works projects.
Rezoning Application RZ101 (Harry Potter Inn)
50:10The rezoning application for a pet boarding facility expansion was tabled until the first meeting in January to allow council members to gather more information, conduct site visits, and investigate noise complaints.
Final Plat of Sendero Lakes Section 4
52:50The final plat for 67 residential lots on approximately 19.5 acres was approved, aligning with urban residential land use.
Final Plat of Moore to Come Section 1
55:20The final plat for a business park, including up to eight commercial buildings with shared access and parking, was approved.
Final Plat of Madison Gardens Edition
59:40The final plat for the first phase of a single-family residential subdivision, comprising seven residential lots and one common area lot, was approved.
Resolution #6-21 Adopting Schedule of Fees and Charges
1:00:50Resolution #6-21 was adopted, updating the schedule of fees and charges to include roloff compactor rates for commercial utility customers.
Resolution #11-21 Amending Accounting Manual
1:01:50Resolution #11-21 was adopted, amending the accounting manual to increase approval and threshold limits and clarify language for federal fund purchases.
2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
1:03:20The 2020 CAPER and Resolution #7-21 were approved, submitting the annual report to HUD detailing $340,733 in funds for various community projects.
Resolution #8-21 Amending 2021 CDBG Action Plan
1:04:55Resolution #8-21 was adopted, approving a substantial amendment to the 2021 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and authorizing its submission to HUD.
Administrative Services Agreement for Health Insurance Provider Change
1:06:45An agreement was approved to change the city's health insurance provider network from Healthcare Highways to UnitedHealthcare (UMR), effective January 1, 2022, offering expanded access without increased cost.
Resolution #9-21 Bridge Inspection Responsibility
1:07:40Resolution #9-21 was adopted, concerning bridge inspection responsibility by local government for compliance with national bridge inspection standards and selecting a consultant firm for a two-year contract.
MPWA Consent Docket
1:17:40The Moore Public Works Authority consent docket, including minutes and claims/expenditures, was approved.
MPWA Excess Public Officials and Employment Practices Liability Policy
1:19:20The Moore Public Works Authority approved the renewal of its excess public officials and employment practices liability policy for $40,130.
MPWA Administrative Services Agreement for Health Insurance Provider Change
1:21:20The Moore Public Works Authority approved a companion agreement to change its health insurance provider network to UnitedHealthcare, effective January 1, 2022.
Risk Management Consent Docket
1:22:40The Moore Risk Management consent docket, including minutes and claims/expenditures, was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Christmas Spectacular
Praised by council, suggested more food trucks for next time.
Shop with a Cop
Starts at the police station at 8 AM.
Financial Matters
Claims and Expenditures (City Council)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Christmas Stipend
Approved issuance of a Christmas stipend to employees.
General Obligation Bonds of 2022
Initial installment of bonds for the new animal shelter and residential street projects.
2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) Funds
Funds awarded for various community projects, with $50,938.58 rolled over to next year's infrastructure project.
Excess Public Officials and Employment Practices Liability Policy (MPWA)
Renewal of policy with Hudson Insurance Company, reflecting an $800 increase from the previous year.
Claims and Expenditures (Moore Public Works Authority)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Claims and Expenditures (Moore Risk Management)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Public Comments
Several residents spoke regarding the rezoning application for the Harry Potter Inn pet boarding facility. Opponents cited ongoing noise disturbances (barking, fighting, crying dogs) affecting their homes and property values, questioning the effectiveness of proposed mitigation and the adequacy of neighborhood meeting notifications. Supporters, including customers and a nearby resident, attested to the current facility's quietness and the owners' professionalism, expressing enthusiasm for the proposed expansion and its improvements.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Rezoning Application RZ101 (Harry Potter Inn) postponed to the first meeting in January (January 3rd) for further data gathering and site visits.
Deadlines
- I-35 Corridor Study public feedback deadline: December 10th.
Watch For
- Ordinance for updated landscaping regulations to be prepared by staff for future council consideration.
- Another public meeting for the I-35 Corridor Study in Spring 2022.
- Audit reports to be reviewed at the December 20th council meeting.
Announcements
- The Moore Christmas Spectacular was a great event, with beautiful lights and positive feedback, though more food trucks were suggested for next time.
- Shop with a Cop event is scheduled for this Saturday, starting at 8 AM at the police station.
- Kevin Smith was introduced as the new Assistant Director of the Emergency Management Department.
- Audit reports for the city are available and will be reviewed by the auditor at the next council meeting on December 20th.
Agenda Summary
Item 2: Consent Docket
Approved minutes from the November 15, 2021, City Council meeting, received minutes from the October 12, 2021, Planning Commission meeting, ratified action regarding roloff compactor rates, approved a $75 Christmas stipend for employees, accepted public water, sewer, paving, and drainage improvements for Broadmoor Heights Section 1, accepted a public right-of-way and utility easement for the SE 4th Street railroad underpass project, and approved claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Item 3: Adoption of Resolution #10-21 pertaining to the General Obligation Bonds of 2022
Considered and adopted a resolution for the first installment of $5.4 million in general obligation bonds to fund the new animal shelter and residential street projects.
Item 4: Authorize staff to solicit bids for janitorial services
Considered and approved authorization for staff to solicit bids for janitorial services for the station recreation and aquatic center due to unsatisfactory services from the previous company.
Item 5: Approval of a professional services contract with Civil and Environmental Consultants Inc.
Considered and approved a contract for on-call engineering services, including subdivision plan review and small public works projects, to continue a relationship with a specific engineer.
Item 6: Discuss potential updates to the existing land regulations
Discussion on potential updates to landscaping regulations, including species diversity, open space requirements, irrigation incentives, and annual compliance inspections.
Item 7: Consider rezoning application number RZ101 for Harry Potter Inn
Considered rezoning from A1 Rural Agricultural to A2 Suburban Agricultural with a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to expand an existing pet boarding facility, including a new building and outdoor play area. Public comments were heard both in favor and against the application.
Item 8: Consider the final plat of Sendero Lakes Section 4
Considered and approved the final plat consisting of 67 residential lots on approximately 19.5 acres, consistent with urban residential land uses.
Item 9: Consider the final plat of Moore to Come Section 1
Considered and approved the final plat for a business park proposing up to eight commercial buildings with shared access and parking on 0.75 acres.
Item 10: Consider the final plat of Madison Gardens Edition
Considered and approved the final plat for the first phase of a single-family residential subdivision, including seven residential lots and one common area lot, with discussion regarding a greenway trail.
Item 11: Consider Resolution #6-21 adopting the schedule of fees and charges
Considered and adopted a resolution to update the schedule of fees and charges, incorporating roloff compactor rates for commercial utility customers.
Item 12: Consider approval Resolution #11-21 amending the accounting manual
Considered and adopted a resolution to amend the accounting manual by increasing approval and threshold limits and clarifying language for purchases utilizing federal funds.
Item 13: Consider approval of a 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report and adopt Resolution #7-21
Considered and adopted a resolution to approve and submit the annual report to HUD for the 2020 program year, detailing $340,733 in funds awarded for various community projects.
Item 14: Consider Resolution #8-21 adopting a substantial amendment to the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan
Considered and adopted a resolution to amend the 2021 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan (corrected from 2020) and authorize its submission to HUD.
Item 15: Consider approval of administrative services agreement for health insurance provider change
Considered and approved an agreement to change the city's health insurance provider network from Healthcare Highways to UnitedHealthcare (UMR), effective January 1, 2022, offering expanded access without increased cost.
Item 16: Consider Resolution #9-21 concerning bridge inspection responsibility by local government
Considered and adopted a resolution for the selection of a consultant firm to conduct bridge safety inspections for a two-year contract.
Item 17: Receive a presentation on Phase Two of the I-35 Corridor Study
Received a presentation from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) regarding the I-35 corridor study in Moore and Norman, focusing on frontage road options and seeking public feedback.
Item 18 (MPWA): Consent Docket
Approved minutes from the November 15, 2021, Moore Public Works Authority meeting and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Item 19 (MPWA): Consider approval of excess public officials and employment practices liability policy
Considered and approved the renewal of the liability policy with Hudson Insurance Company for $40,130.
Item 20 (MPWA): Consider approval of administrative services agreement for health insurance provider change
Considered and approved a companion agreement to change the Moore Public Works Authority's health insurance provider network to UnitedHealthcare, effective January 1, 2022.
Item 21 (Risk Management): Consent Docket
Accepted minutes from the November 15, 2021, Moore Risk Management meeting and approved claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Item 22: New Business
Included a citizens forum (no speakers), comments from City Council members regarding the Christmas Spectacular, and a report from the City Manager introducing new staff and upcoming events.
Item 23: Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned.