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July 7, 2021 City Council Meeting

July 7, 2021 Moore, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Council approved several key development projects, including a large residential subdivision (Cardinal Landing) with an agreement for the city to partner on a 10-foot multi-use trail. They also authorized the city's annual contribution to the Regional Transportation Authority and awarded the bid for Phase One of the new Public Works Facility. A citizen addressed the council regarding persistent sewer system issues in their neighborhood during heavy rainfall.

Key Decisions & Votes

Consent Docket

01:50

Approved minutes from previous meetings and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 totaling $2,256,936.92.

Approved

Final Plat of Oak Ridge Crossing North

03:00

Approved the final plat for a vacant property north of SW 34th Street and east of Santa Fe Avenue, designated for three commercial lots.

Approved

Rezoning Application RZ1008 (Cardinal Landing)

20:00

Approved rezoning for a 155-acre site to allow for a 492-home single-family residential neighborhood and neighborhood commercial uses, despite concerns about garage setbacks and potential gasoline sales near a school.

Approved

Preliminary Plat of Cardinal Landing

33:40

Approved the preliminary plat with an amendment requiring a 10-foot multi-use trail along Bryant Avenue, with the city partnering to contribute up to $50,000 for its installation.

Approved

Rezoning Application RZ1009 (19th Street Plaza LLC)

35:40

Approved rezoning an existing strip center at 19th Street and Sunny Lane Avenue from C5 to C3 General Commercial to broaden potential business types.

Approved

Rezoning Application RZ1010 (Dean Harrington)

37:40

Approved rezoning for a lot line adjustment at 4205 South Telephone Road to facilitate property maintenance and access, creating no new lots.

Approved

Rezoning Application RZ1011 (Tyler Media LLC)

39:40

Approved rezoning to allow for the reconstruction and relocation of three communication towers, previously destroyed in a 2015 tornado, ensuring a 600-foot setback from a nearby neighborhood.

Approved

Rezoning Application RZ1012 (J.C. Holmes LLC)

44:00

Approved rezoning for a vacant lot behind Hideaway Pizza to allow for mixed-use office space, including variances for setbacks and bricking requirements, with increased landscaping and no outdoor storage.

Approved

Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Contribution

50:00

Approved the city's contribution of $75,172 to the RTA, with council members emphasizing the need for a more concrete plan and clear benefits to Moore citizens in the future.

Approved

Public Works Facility Project - Phase One Bid Award

55:00

Awarded bid number 2021-008 to Crossland Construction for $3,231,931 for Phase One construction of the Public Works Facility, funded by a quarter-cent sales tax extension.

Approved

Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket

56:40

Approved minutes from previous meetings and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 totaling $1,425,327.21.

Approved

Moore Risk Management Consent Docket

58:00

Accepted minutes from previous meetings and approved claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 totaling $223,040.30.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

July 4th

Fourth of July Celebration

Successfully held at Thomas Park, praised for organization by police, fire, and staff. Governor Stitt attended and participated.

This week

Diamond Movie

A rule change was implemented requiring anyone under 16 to be accompanied by an adult; council requested follow-up if issues persist.

Financial Matters

City Council Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures.

$2,256,936.92

Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Contribution

Annual contribution to the RTA.

$75,172

Public Works Facility Project Phase One (Crossland Construction)

Awarded bid for construction of the fleet maintenance, building maintenance, and CNG covers facilities.

$3,231,931

City contribution to Cardinal Landing bike lane

City's portion not to exceed $50,000 for the installation of a 10-foot multi-use trail along Bryant Avenue.

$50,000

Moore Public Works Authority Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures.

$1,425,327.21

Moore Risk Management Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures.

$223,040.30

Public Comments

1 citizen spoke

Stephen Marshall, a resident of Bel Air Circle, reported recurring issues with sewer backups in his neighborhood during heavy rain or snow, stating that city crews acknowledge it as a city-wide problem and requesting city intervention.

Infrastructure Sewer System Issues

Coming Up

Watch For

  • RTA to return in approximately one year with a more concrete plan
  • Follow-up on the Diamond Movie rule change if problems persist
  • Council planning meeting (in the works)

Announcements

  • Thanks extended to the Parks Department, Police, Fire, and Emergency Management for their hard work on the successful Fourth of July event.
  • Governor Stitt attended and participated in Moore's Fourth of July celebration.
  • Battalion Chief Corley Moore was recognized for organizing a successful 3-day conference with speakers from multiple states and 120 attendees.
  • A council member noted a marked improvement in trash cleanup at Central Park.
  • Clarification was sought regarding city requirements for solicitor permits, confirming each individual from a company needs a permit and must display it.

Agenda Summary

Item 1

Pledge of Allegiance

Information Only

Item 2

Consent Docket

Approved

Item 3

Consider the final plat of Oak Ridge Crossing North located in the southwest quarter of section 27 township 10 north range 3 west being north of southwest 34th street and east of santa fe avenue application by twd oklahoma properties llc tom turner planning commission recommended approval 6-0

Approved

Item 4

Consider rezoning application number rz1008 located in the northwest quarter of section 30 township 10 north range 2 west being south of southeast 9th street 19th street and east of bryant avenue from a1 rural agricultural district to r1 pud single-family residential district as a planned unit development and c2pud neighborhood commercial district as a planned unit development and approve ordinance number 974 sub 21 application by landmark land company llc planning commission recommended approval 4-2 ward 1.

Approved

Item 5

Consider the preliminary platt of cardinal landing located in the northwest corner of section 30 township 10 north range 2 west being south of southeast 19th street and east of south bryant avenue application by landmark land company llc planning commission recommended approval 4-2

Approved

Item 6

Consider rezoning application number rz1009 located in the northeast quarter of section 30 tens at 10 north range 2 west being south of southeast 19th street and west of sunny lane road from c5 automotive and commercial recreation district to c3 general commercial district and approve ordinance number 975-21 application by 19th street plaza llc lynn medford planning commission recommended approval 6-0 ward 1.

Approved

Item 7

Consider rezoning application number rz1010 located in the northeast quarter of section 34 township 10 north range three west being south of southwest 34th street and west of telephone road from a2 suburban agricultural district to re residential estates and approve ordinance number 976 sub 21 application by dean harrington planning commission recommended approval 6-0 this is ward 3.

Approved

Item 8

Consider rezoning application number rz1011 located in the northwest quarter of section 22 township 10 north range 3 west being south of southwest 4th street and east of santa fe avenue from a2 suburban agricultural district to a2pu suburban agricultural district with a permissive use for communication towers and approve ordinance number 97721 application by tyler media llc planning commission recommended approval 6-0 this is ward 3.

Approved

Item 9

Consider rezoning application number rz1012 located in the southwest corner of section 22 township 10 north range 3 west being north of southwest 19th street and east of south santa fe avenue from c2 neighborhood commercial district to c2pud neighborhood commercial district as a planned unit development and approve ordinance number 978-21 application by j.c holmes llc james scott planning commission recommended approval 6-0 and this is ward 3.

Approved

Item 10

Consider approval of the city's contribution to the regional transportation authority of central oklahoma rta in the amount of 75 thousand one hundred and seventy two dollars

Approved

Item 11

Consider awarding bid number 2021-008 to crossland construction in the amount of three million two hundred thirty one thousand nine hundred and thirty one dollars for construction of phase one of the public works facility project and authorized execution of said contract

Approved

Item 12

Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority)

Approved

Item 13

Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management)

Approved

Item 14a

Citizens Forum for citizens for items not on the agenda

Information Only

Item 14b

Items from the City Council or Trustees

Information Only

Item 14c

Items from the City Manager Trust Manager

Information Only

Item 15

Adjournment

No Action