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October 19, 2021 City Council Meeting

October 19, 2021 Moore, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

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)

04:00

Approved 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.

Approved

Veterans Park Bank Stabilization Amendment

05:00

Approved 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.

Approved

Street Name Change

07:00

Approved Resolution Number 2-21, changing the street name of Southwest 25th Street and Telephone Road to Glenn Lewis Boulevard.

Adopted

Battalion Chief of Support Job Description

10:00

Approved 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.

Approved

Animal Transport Body Purchase Reconsideration

11:00

Reconsidered 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.

Approved

Budget Supplements for Various Funds

12:00

Approved 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.

Approved

Municipal Code Amendment (Purchasing)

16:00

Approved 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.

Approved

Shop with a Cop Program Fund Transfer

19:00

Approved 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'.

Approved

Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority)

20:00

Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held October 4, 2021, and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.

Approved

Wheeled Excavator Purchase (Public Works)

21:00

Authorized the purchase of a Volvo EW 180E GPE wheeled excavator and attachments from GW Van Kemple Company for $341,153 using a state contract.

Approved

Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management)

23:00

Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held October 4, 2021, approved a workers' compensation settlement, and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.

Approved

Consent Docket (Moore Economic Development Authority)

24:00

Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held September 20, 2021.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

October 26th

Town Hall Meeting: November 9th Propositions

7:00 PM at The Station

October 28th

Town Hall Meeting: November 9th Propositions

7:00 PM at Winding Creek Elementary

November 4th

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.

$3,318,714.59

Amendment for Veterans Park Bank Stabilization

Cost for environmental compliance, 404 permit, structural design, civil plans, and CAD model for Veterans Park.

$19,931

Animal Transport Body Purchase

Amended purchase amount for an animal transport body, plus shipping costs ranging from $2,500 to $2,700.

$24,050

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.

$121,158.30

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.

$342,000

Bulletproof Vests Purchase

Budgeted from the police federal seizure account to purchase bulletproof vests for new officers.

$4,000

Southwest 25th Street Final Expenses

Budgeted from available transportation impact fees to fund final expenses related to Southwest 25th Street.

$34,178

Police Department Repairs, Upgrades, and Equipment

Budgeted from additional state seizures received this year for police department needs.

$65,000

911 Dispatch Quality Control Upgrades

Budgeted from available 911 fees for upgrading dispatch quality control services with Priority Dispatch.

$20,000

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.

$287,500

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.

$24,839.98

Claims and Expenditures (Public Works Authority)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.

$1,500,237.90

Volvo EW 180E GPE Wheeled Excavator Purchase

Authorized purchase of a wheeled excavator and attachments for Public Works.

$341,153

Workers Compensation Settlement

Approved payment of a workers' compensation settlement to Eugene Marshall.

$6,160

Claims and Expenditures (Risk Management)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2021-2022.

$295,435.34

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.

Information Only

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

Item 10: Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority)

Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures.

Approved

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.

Approved

Item 12: Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management)

Receive and approve minutes, approve workers' compensation settlement, and approve and ratify claims and expenditures.

Approved

Item 13: Roll Call (Moore Economic Development Authority)

Roll call for the Economic Development Authority meeting.

Information Only

Item 14: Consent Docket (Moore Economic Development Authority)

Receive and approve minutes.

Approved

Item 15a: Citizens Forum for items not on the agenda

Opportunity for citizens to speak on items not on the agenda.

No Action

Item 15b: Any items from the City Council or Trustees

Council members' comments or questions.

Information Only

Item 15c: Any items from the City Manager

City Manager's updates and announcements.

Information Only

Item 16: Adjournment

Motion to adjourn the meeting.

Approved