Meeting Summary
The City Council approved calling a special election for general obligation bonds totaling over $16 million to fund street improvements and a new animal shelter. Key decisions included approving several job description revisions, a demolition contract, and a contract for new Taser 7 weapons for the police department. Additionally, a new $1 monthly fee was adopted for residential utility accounts to establish a dedicated fund for storm damage cleanup.
Key Decisions & Votes
General Obligation Bond Election Authorization
03:00Authorized calling a special election to submit to voters the question of issuing general obligation bonds for streets/bridges ($8,640,000) and a new animal shelter ($8,210,000).
Special Election Proclamation and Notice
08:00Authorized the execution of the special election proclamation and notice to place the proposed general obligation bond issue on the November 9th special election ballot.
Financial Advisor and Bond Counsel Agreements
08:50Adopted employment agreements with Chris Gander of BLK Financial Securities Inc. as financial advisor and Terry L. Hawkins of Phillips Murrah PC as bond counsel for the proposed general obligation bond issue.
Demolition Contract for 123 Southeast 4th Street
09:50Approved a demolition contract with K M Wrecking, the lowest responsive bidder, in the amount of $36,275 for the demolition of the building at 123 Southeast 4th Street.
Sanitary Sewer Easements from Cider Family Revocable Trust
12:00Accepted a 50-foot temporary construction easement, a 20-foot permanent sanitary sewer easement, and a 10-foot permanent sanitary sewer easement from the Cider Family Revocable Trust for a payment of $21,000, for the Southeast Basin Lift Station improvements.
Pioneer Library System Moore RFP Selection Committee Members
14:40Elected Councilman Jason Blair and Councilman Adam Webb to serve on the Pioneer Library System Moore RFP Selection Committee.
Contract for Taser 7 Conductive Energy Weapons
16:40Approved a one-year contract with Axon Enterprises Inc., with options for renewal, for the purchase of 50 Taser 7 conductive energy weapons in the amount of $34,500.
Sports Coordinator Job Description
19:00Approved a new job description for a Sports Coordinator in the Parks and Recreation Department, assigned to pay grade 110.
Animal Shelter Assistant Job Description
20:40Approved a new job description for an Animal Shelter Assistant in the Animal Welfare Division, assigned to pay grade 104.
Storm Damage Cleanup Fee
23:30Adopted Resolution No. 99921, establishing a $1 fee to each residential utility account for the purpose of funding a storm damage cleanup account.
FY 2021-2022 Contract with IAFF Local 2047
36:00Approved the fiscal year 2021-2022 contract between the City of Moore and the IAFF Local 2047 following an executive session.
Upcoming Community Events
National Night Out
A successful event with many attendees and vendors.
Financial Matters
Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year 2020-2021.
Claims and Expenditures (FY 2021-2022)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year 2021-2022.
General Obligation Bonds for Streets/Bridges
Proposed bond issue to provide funds for constructing, reconstructing, improving, or repairing streets or bridges.
General Obligation Bonds for Animal Shelter
Proposed bond issue to provide funds for constructing and equipping a new animal shelter.
Demolition Contract (123 SE 4th Street)
Contract with K M Wrecking for the demolition of a building.
Sanitary Sewer Easement Payment
Payment to the Cider Family Revocable Trust for easements related to sanitary sewer line construction.
Taser 7 Conductive Energy Weapons Contract
Contract with Axon Enterprises Inc. for the purchase of 50 Taser 7 weapons.
MPWA Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Public Works Authority.
MPWA Claims and Expenditures (FY 2021-2022)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Public Works Authority.
Storm Damage Cleanup Fee
A new fee adopted for each residential utility account to fund a storm cleanup account, estimated to generate $25,000 per month.
Risk Management Claims and Expenditures (FY 2021-2022)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for Moore Risk Management.
Library RFP Process Allocation
Budgeted allocation to the library to assist with their RFP process for a potential new library.
Public Comments
No citizens signed up to speak during the Citizens Forum for items not on the agenda.
Coming Up
Watch For
- ACOG monthly meetings (Councilman Blair seeking assistance for future attendance)
- New cardio equipment delivery for The Station (mid-October)
- Construction on Eastern Avenue (expected to continue for another month)
Announcements
- New spin bikes have been installed at The Station.
- New cardio equipment for The Station is expected to be delivered mid-October.
- Construction has commenced on Eastern Avenue, south of 19th Street to 34th Street, and is anticipated to last approximately one month.
- The National Night Out event on August 3rd was a great success with many participants and vendors.
- A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for the area during the meeting.
Agenda Summary
Item J (Consent Docket)
Approved a revision to the Sales and Special Events Coordinator job description in the Parks and Recreation Department, changing the title to Special Events Coordinator and assigning it to pay grade 110.
Item K (Consent Docket)
Approved a revision to the Recreation Coordinator job description in the Parks and Recreation Department, assigning it to pay grade 110.
Item L (Consent Docket)
Approved a revision to the Parks and Facilities Coordinator job description in the Parks and Recreation Department, changing the title to Parks and Recreation Facilities Maintenance Manager and assigning it to pay grade 115.
Item M (Consent Docket)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 in the amount of $1,309,056.74 and for FY 2021-2022 in the amount of $1,724,404.28.
Item 3
Consider adoption of Resolution No. 99721 authorizing the calling and holding of an election for general obligation bonds for streets/bridges ($8,640,000) and a new animal shelter ($8,210,000).
Item 4
Consider authorizing the execution of special election proclamation and notice pertaining to the proposed general obligation bond issue.
Item 5
Consider adoption of employment agreements with Chris Gander as financial advisor and Terry L. Hawkins as bond counsel in regard to the proposed general obligation bond issue.
Item 6
Consider approval of a demolition contract with K M Wrecking for the building located at 123 Southeast 4th Street in the amount of $36,275.
Item 7
Consider acceptance of a 50-foot temporary construction easement, a 20-foot permanent sanitary sewer easement, and a 10-foot permanent sanitary sewer easement from the Cider Family Revocable Trust.
Item 8
Discuss, consider, and if deemed appropriate, accept nominations and elect two council members to serve on the Pioneer Library System Moore RFP Selection Committee.
Item 9
Consider and if deemed appropriate approve a contract with Axon Enterprises Inc. for a one-year term with the option of renewing for four consecutive terms for the purchase of 50 Taser 7 conductive energy weapons in the amount of $34,500.
Item 10
Consider approval of a new job description for a Sports Coordinator in the Parks and Recreation Department, assigned to pay grade 110.
Item 11
Consider approval of a new job description for an Animal Shelter Assistant at the Animal Welfare Division of the Public Works Department, assigned to pay grade 104.
Item 12A (MPWA Consent Docket)
Receive and approve the minutes of a regular Moore Public Works Authority meeting held August 2nd, 2021.
Item 12B (MPWA Consent Docket)
Approve and ratify claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 in the amount of $748,548.02 and for FY 2021-2022 in the amount of $434,035.20.
Item 13
Consider approval of Resolution No. 99921 adopting a one-dollar fee to each residential utility account for the purpose of storm damage cleanup.
Item 14A (MRM Consent Docket)
Receive and approve the minutes of the regular Moore Risk Management meeting held August 2nd, 2021.
Item 14B (MRM Consent Docket)
Approve and ratify claims and expenditures of FY 2021-2022 in the amount of $637,264.07.
Item 16 (MEDA Consent Docket)
Receive and approve the minutes of the regular Moore Economic Development Authority meeting held July 19th, 2021.
Item 17A
Citizens Forum for items not on the agenda.
Item 17B
Items from the City Council or Trustee, including concerns about mowing and a request for assistance with ACOG monthly meetings.
Item 17C
Items from the City or Trust Manager, including updates on new equipment at The Station, Eastern Avenue construction, and National Night Out.
Item 18A
Consider approval of the fiscal year 2021-2022 contract between the City of Moore and the IAFF Local 2047.
Item 19
Adjournment of the meeting.