Meeting Summary
The Moore City Council approved several contracts and financial items, including the annual library agreement, cardio equipment for The Station, and the purchase of police radios. Two significant infrastructure projects, design work for SE 34th Street and reconstruction of Santa Fe Avenue, were approved using CARES Act reimbursement funds. A major discussion involved the Mayor's proposal to issue $100 checks to all water account holders using anticipated federal relief funds and a sales tax surplus.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket
02:00Approved various administrative items including minutes, declaring a dump truck surplus, an American Red Cross shelter agreement, easements, contract renewals, and claims and expenditures totaling $2,490,417.98.
Library Services Facilities and Maintenance Agreement
14:40Approved the agreement with the Pioneer Library System for the fiscal year 2021-2022.
Cardio Exercise Equipment for The Station
15:40Awarded bid #2021-011 to Advance Exercise for the purchase and installation of cardio equipment for $176,591.10, utilizing a three-year monthly payment plan. The actual lease agreement will be presented at a future meeting.
2021 Mowing Maintenance Contract
17:40Approved the annual mowing maintenance contract with U.S. Lawns, incorporating updated pricing.
Purchase of Portable Radios and Accessories
18:40Authorized the budgeted purchase of six portable radios and accessories from Motorola Solutions Incorporated for $29,449.84 to replace older, unserviceable units for the police department.
Renewal of Contract with Pivot
20:00Approved the renewal of a $15,000 contract with Pivot for the operation of a community intervention center to receive and hold juveniles, allowing law enforcement officers to return to duty quickly.
Drainage Regulations Amendment
23:40Consideration of Ordinance No. 972-21, which would amend drainage regulations by adopting the Stormwater Management Criteria Update Manual, was tabled.
Primary Plat of The Hills at Timber Creek
24:20Approved the primary plat for The Hills at Timber Creek, a 78.46-acre single-family residential development with 87 living units, located south of SE 34th Street and east of Sooner Road.
CARES Reimbursement for SE 34th Street Design Work
28:40Approved $225,000 in CARES reimbursement money for additional design work on SE 34th Street between Broadway and I-35, funding the remainder of the design to prepare for construction.
CARES Reimbursement for Santa Fe Avenue Reconstruction
31:00Approved $131,000 in CARES reimbursement money for the City of Moore's 25% share of the Santa Fe Avenue reconstruction project between SW 34th Street and Indian Hills Road, a joint project with Oklahoma City, Norman, and the county.
Purchase of Heat and Air Units for City Hall
32:40Approved the purchase of 14 heat and air units from Air Product Supply for $22,827.60, as part of a multi-year plan to replace heat pumps in City Hall.
Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
34:40Approved minutes and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 totaling $562,610.16.
Moore Risk Management Consent Docket
35:50Approved minutes and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 totaling $180,011.36.
Upcoming Community Events
National Police Week 2021
City flags to be flown at half-staff to honor law enforcement officers.
Spark of Change Community Conversation
Pioneer Library System event focusing on poverty, featuring author Wes Moore.
Financial Matters
FY 2020-2021 Claims and Expenditures (City Council)
Ratified claims and expenditures for the City Council.
Cardio Exercise Equipment for The Station
Cost for the purchase and installation of new cardio exercise equipment.
Portable Radios and Accessories
Budgeted purchase for six portable radios and accessories for the police department.
Pivot Contract Renewal
Annual contract renewal for operating a community intervention center for juveniles.
CARES Reimbursement for SE 34th Street Design Work
Funding for additional design work on SE 34th Street between Broadway and I-35.
CARES Reimbursement for Santa Fe Avenue Reconstruction
City of Moore's share for the reconstruction project of Santa Fe Avenue.
Heat and Air Units for City Hall
Purchase of 14 heat and air units as part of a replacement plan for City Hall.
FY 2020-2021 Claims and Expenditures (MPWA)
Ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Public Works Authority.
FY 2020-2021 Claims and Expenditures (MRM)
Ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Risk Management.
Proposed Citizen Rebate
Mayor proposed issuing $100 checks to each of the approximately 15,786 residential water accounts, utilizing anticipated federal CARES Act funding and sales tax surplus.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Ordinance No. 972-21 Amendment (Drainage Regulations)
Watch For
- Approval of the actual lease agreement for cardio exercise equipment for The Station
- Criteria for the next round of federal CARES Act funding and potential citizen rebate
- Full reopening of library meeting rooms and normal operations
Announcements
- A proclamation was read recognizing National Police Week 2021 (May 9th-15th) and honoring law enforcement officers, directing all city flags to be flown at half-staff.
- A council member reflected on the 22nd anniversary of the May 3rd F5 tornado and the community's resilience.
- The Police Chief was recognized for his appointment as a Commissioner on the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs.
- City staff and partners were thanked for their quick response to recent heavy rain and flooding.
Agenda Summary
Item 2: Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes, declare surplus property, approve agreements, accept easements, approve contract renewals, acknowledge permits, and approve claims and expenditures.
Item 3: Receive the Annual Pioneer Library System Report
Presentation by Executive Director Lisa Wells on the library's activities, strategic plan, and community impact.
Item 4: Consider Approval of Library Services Facilities and Maintenance Agreement with the Pioneer Library System for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Approval of the operational agreement between the city and the library system.
Item 5: Consider Awarding Bid Number 2021-011 for the Purchase and Installation of Cardio Exercise Equipment for The Station
Awarding the bid to Advance Exercise for new cardio equipment and approving the financial plan.
Item 6: Approve Approval of the 2021 Mowing Maintenance Contract with U.S. Lawns Using the Updated Pricing List
Approval of the annual contract for mowing and maintenance services.
Item 7: Consider Authorizing the Budgeted Purchase of Six Portable Radios and Accessories
Authorization to purchase portable radios for the police department from Motorola Solutions Incorporated.
Item 8: Consider Renewal of a Contract with Pivot
Renewal of the contract for the operation of a community intervention center for juveniles.
Item 9: Consider Approval for Ordinance Number 972-21 Amendment
Amending drainage regulations by removing current rules and adopting the Stormwater Management Criteria Update Manual.
Item 10: Consider the Primary Plat of The Hills at Timber Creek
Approval of the primary plat for a new single-family residential development.
Item 11: Consider Approving $225,000 in CARES Reimbursement Money for Additional Design Work on South 34th Street
Funding for the remaining design phases of the SE 34th Street improvement project.
Item 12: Consider Approving $131,000 in CARES Reimbursement Money for the City of Moore's Share of Santa Fe Avenue Reconstruction Project
Funding for the city's portion of a joint project to reconstruct Santa Fe Avenue.
Item 13: Consider Approval of the Purchase of 14 Heat and Air Units for City Hall
Approval to purchase heat and air units as part of a replacement plan for City Hall's HVAC system.
Item 14: Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for the MPWA.
Item 15: Moore Risk Management Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for the MRM.
Item 16A: Citizens Forum Items Not on the Agenda
Opportunity for citizens to address the council on non-agenda items.
Item 16B: Items from the City Council/Trustees
Discussion among council members on various topics, including a proposed citizen rebate and community recognitions.