Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several significant financial matters, including budget supplements for various city departments and the purchase of essential equipment. Key decisions included amending purchasing thresholds in the municipal code, renaming a street to Glenn Lewis Boulevard, and transferring 'Shop with a Cop' program funds to a new 501c3 foundation. The meeting also introduced the new Moore Public Library branch manager.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket (City Council)
04:00Approved minutes from previous meetings, accepted a billboard sign easement, approved an amendment to a contract for Little River Park, accepted water and sewer improvements for Santa Fe Executive Center, and ratified claims and expenditures.
Veterans Park Bank Stabilization Amendment
05:00Approved Amendment Number Two in the amount of $19,931 with Meshech and Associates for environmental compliance, Corps of Engineers 404 permit, structural design, civil plans, and CAD model for additional bank stabilization on the east side of Veterans Park.
Street Name Change
07:00Approved Resolution Number 2-21, changing the street name of Southwest 25th Street and Telephone Road to Glenn Lewis Boulevard.
Battalion Chief of Support Job Description
10:00Approved a job description for a Battalion Chief of Support in the Fire Department Administration Division and assigned it to a pay range of 931 of the fire department pay matrix.
Animal Transport Body Purchase Reconsideration
11:00Reconsidered and approved the purchase of an animal transport body from Schwab Wagon Company, amending the amount from $6,219.95 to $24,050 plus shipping.
Budget Supplements for Various Funds
12:00Approved seven budget amendments, including transfers to the general fund, purchase of an excavator, bulletproof vests, SW 25th Street expenses, police department repairs, 911 dispatch upgrades, and the purchase of a new fire truck.
Municipal Code Amendment (Purchasing)
16:00Approved Ordinance Number 991-21, amending the municipal code to increase the City Manager's approval limit, the threshold for purchases requiring City Council approval, and the limit for purchases not requiring bidding.
Shop with a Cop Program Fund Transfer
19:00Approved the transfer of $24,839.98, currently held by the city for the 'Shop with a Cop' program, to the newly established 501c3 'Moore Shop with a Cop Foundation'.
Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority)
20:00Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held October 4, 2021, and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Wheeled Excavator Purchase (Public Works)
21:00Authorized the purchase of a Volvo EW 180E GPE wheeled excavator and attachments from GW Van Kemple Company for $341,153 using a state contract.
Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management)
23:00Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held October 4, 2021, approved a workers' compensation settlement, and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Consent Docket (Moore Economic Development Authority)
24:00Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held September 20, 2021.
Upcoming Community Events
Town Hall Meeting: November 9th Propositions
7:00 PM at The Station
Town Hall Meeting: November 9th Propositions
7:00 PM at Winding Creek Elementary
Town Hall Meeting: November 9th Propositions
7:00 PM at Oak Ridge Elementary
Financial Matters
Claims and Expenditures (City Council)
Ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Amendment for Veterans Park Bank Stabilization
Cost for environmental compliance, 404 permit, structural design, civil plans, and CAD model for Veterans Park.
Animal Transport Body Purchase
Amended purchase amount for an animal transport body, plus shipping costs ranging from $2,500 to $2,700.
Transfer of Quarter Cent Sales Tax Revenue to General Fund
Remaining funds transferred to the general fund to complete reimbursement for Fire Station Number Two construction expenses.
Excavator Purchase (Budget Supplement)
Budgeted for a new excavator for Public Works, with $275,000 from 1/8 cent sales tax and $67,000 from FY21 carryover.
Bulletproof Vests Purchase
Budgeted from the police federal seizure account to purchase bulletproof vests for new officers.
Southwest 25th Street Final Expenses
Budgeted from available transportation impact fees to fund final expenses related to Southwest 25th Street.
Police Department Repairs, Upgrades, and Equipment
Budgeted from additional state seizures received this year for police department needs.
911 Dispatch Quality Control Upgrades
Budgeted from available 911 fees for upgrading dispatch quality control services with Priority Dispatch.
Fire Truck Purchase
Budgeted from half-cent sales tax funds for public safety to move forward with the purchase of a new fire truck, covering the entire order amount due to rising prices.
Transfer to Moore Shop with a Cop Foundation
Transfer of funds from the city's donation account for the 'Shop with a Cop' program to the newly established 501c3 foundation.
Claims and Expenditures (Public Works Authority)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Volvo EW 180E GPE Wheeled Excavator Purchase
Authorized purchase of a wheeled excavator and attachments for Public Works.
Workers Compensation Settlement
Approved payment of a workers' compensation settlement to Eugene Marshall.
Claims and Expenditures (Risk Management)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- November 9th: Propositions for new animal shelter and residential street projects
Watch For
- Upcoming town hall meetings regarding November 9th propositions
- Future discussions on the new animal shelter and residential street projects
Announcements
- Introduction of Phil Clark as the newly appointed Branch Manager for the Moore Public Library.
- Chris, the previous branch manager, announced his departure effective November 8th due to family health situations.
- Update on big trash pickups: schedule is currently one week out.
- Three town hall meetings scheduled to discuss propositions on November 9th (new animal shelter and residential street projects).
Agenda Summary
Item 1: Introduction of New Moore Public Library Branch Manager
Introduction of Phil Clark as the new branch manager, replacing Chris who is stepping down.
Item 2: Consent Docket (City Council)
Receive and approve minutes, accept perpetual billboard sign easement, approve contract amendment with Meshech and Associates, accept public water and sewer improvements, and approve and ratify claims and expenditures.
Item 3: Consider approval of Amendment Number Two with Meshech and Associates for Veterans Park Bank Stabilization
Approval of an amendment for environmental compliance, Corps of Engineers 404 permit, structural design, civil plans, and CAD model for additional bank stabilization on the east side of Veterans Park.
Item 4: Consider approval of Resolution Number 2-21 changing the street name of Southwest 25th Street and Telephone Road to Glenn Lewis Boulevard
Approval of a resolution to rename a section of street in honor of Councilman Glenn Lewis.
Item 5: Consider approval of a job description for a Battalion Chief of Support in the Fire Department Administration Division
Approval of the job description and pay range for a new Battalion Chief of Support position.
Item 6: Reconsider action previously taken by the City Council on September 20th, 2021 for approval of a budgeted purchase of the animal transport body from Schwab Wagon Company
Reconsideration and amendment of the purchase amount for an animal transport body due to an honest mistake in quoting.
Item 7: Consider approval of a budgeted supplement to budget funds and related expenses for the General Fund, One-Eighth Cent Sales Tax Fund, One-Half Cent Sales Tax Fund, a Quarter Cent Sales Tax Fund, and the Special Revenue Fund
Approval of seven budget amendments for various transfers, equipment purchases, and project funding.
Item 8: Consider approval of Ordinance Number 991-21 amending part 7 chapter 2 section 7-202-7-203-7-205 of the Moore Municipal Code
Approval of an ordinance to increase the City Manager's approval limit, council approval threshold, professional services contract threshold, and non-bidding purchase limit in response to House Bill 2862.
Item 9: Consider approval of a transfer of $24,839.98 currently held by the city for the Shop with a Cop program to the newly established 501c3 Moore Shop with a Cop Foundation
Approval to transfer existing 'Shop with a Cop' program funds to the new 501c3 foundation.
Item 10: Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority)
Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures.
Item 11: Consider authorizing the purchase of a Volvo EW 180E GPE wheeled excavator and attachments from GW Van Kemple Company
Authorization for the purchase of a versatile wheeled excavator for Public Works projects.
Item 12: Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management)
Receive and approve minutes, approve workers' compensation settlement, and approve and ratify claims and expenditures.
Item 13: Roll Call (Moore Economic Development Authority)
Roll call for the Economic Development Authority meeting.
Item 14: Consent Docket (Moore Economic Development Authority)
Receive and approve minutes.
Item 15a: Citizens Forum for items not on the agenda
Opportunity for citizens to speak on items not on the agenda.
Item 15b: Any items from the City Council or Trustees
Council members' comments or questions.
Item 15c: Any items from the City Manager
City Manager's updates and announcements.
Item 16: Adjournment
Motion to adjourn the meeting.