Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several significant rezoning applications for residential and commercial developments, including a 70-acre residential project. Key financial decisions included approving an amendment for federally funded Eastern Avenue projects and adopting an agreement for the 4th Street underpass project, with ODOT contributing up to $10 million. The council also updated the noisy animal ordinance with a progressive fine scale and approved funding for a new grapple truck.
Key Decisions & Votes
Envision More 2040 Amendment #4
06:50Approved an amendment to the comprehensive plan to change land use from neighborhood commercial to urban residential for a proposed duplex development.
Rezoning Application RZ-1002
07:40Approved rezoning from C3 general commercial to R2-PUD two-family dwelling district for a duplex development, companion to the Envision More 2040 amendment.
Rezoning Application RZ-1003
09:30Approved rezoning from C5 automotive and commercial recreation district to C3 general commercial district for a new bank on a previously vacant lot.
Final Plat of Apple Estates Section 4
11:10Approved a final plat for four residential lots on 1.5 acres, aligning with urban residential land use.
Rezoning Application RZ-100
23:30Approved rezoning 70 acres from A1 rural agriculture to R1 single-family dwelling district for a 244-lot residential development, contingent on open space and density requirements.
Ordinance 96521 (Noisy Animal)
28:00Approved an ordinance amending the noisy animal section to include a progressive fine scale for subsequent convictions within a 12-month period.
Amendment #1 with Garver LLC
31:40Approved an amendment for $144,082 with Garver LLC to expand services for Eastern Avenue projects, converting them to federally funded projects and adding intersection design.
Consent to Assignment Agreement (Garver LLC)
33:10Approved the transfer of a design contract for the State Highway 37 at Little River utility relocations project from Cabinets Engineering LLC to Garver LLC.
Agreement with ODEQ for Grapple Truck
36:50Approved an agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality for a grant to fund a new diesel-fueled grapple truck, with additional funding from an ACOG grant and the city's general fund.
Resolution 98821 (4th Street Underpass)
41:50Adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement between the City of Moore, ODOT, and BNSF Railroad for the 4th Street underpass project, with ODOT contributing up to $10 million.
Upcoming Community Events
Franchise Tax Election
Citizens encouraged to vote.
Financial Matters
City Council Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
Garver LLC Amendment #1
Additional services for Eastern Avenue projects, converting them to federally funded.
New Grapple Truck Funding
Total cost of a new diesel-fueled grapple truck, partially funded by ODEQ ($162,153) and ACOG ($32,755) grants, with the remainder from the city's general fund ($21,296).
4th Street Underpass Project
Estimated construction cost, with ODOT agreeing to pay 50% up to $10 million.
Moore Public Works Authority Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
Moore Risk Management Claims and Expenditures (FY 2020-2021)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
Public Comments
One resident spoke in opposition to the rezoning application RZ-100 (70-acre residential development), raising concerns about drainage, potential impact on property values, and the loss of natural views and wildlife.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 11 (unspecified)
Deadlines
- Election Day (March 2, 2021) for franchise tax election
- Budget meetings with department directors (starting March 2, 2021)
- Individual council meetings for FY22 budget (April)
Watch For
- Planning Commission to reconsider the companion plat for RZ-100 (70-acre residential development) on March 9th, with a focus on increasing open space.
- Start of 4th Street underpass construction, anticipated approximately one year from now, following property condemnation and BNSF review.
Announcements
- Pam and Glenn Lewis expressed appreciation for prayers and thoughts; Glenn is resting and doing well.
- Five new firefighters graduated from the academy and have joined the Moore Fire Department.
- Potholes on Bryant north of 19th Street (in front of Heritage Trails) need to be addressed.
- Traffic concerns at Tower and 19th Street were raised, with a suggestion for dedicated turn lights, especially in anticipation of future traffic diversions.
- New audio/visual equipment in the council chambers is nearing completion.
- The Public Affairs department was recognized for their hard work and effective information dissemination during the recent snowstorm.
- City staff were commended for their excellent street clearing efforts during the recent snowstorm.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket (Items A, B, C)
Approved minutes of the regular city council meeting held February 16, 2021; received minutes of the regular planning commission meeting held December 8, 2020; and approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 in the amount of $5,431,926.88.
Item 3: Envision More 2040 Amendment #4
Discussed and considered Envision More 2040 amendment number four, changing land use from neighborhood commercial to urban residential for a duplex development.
Item 4: Rezoning Application RZ-1002
Considered rezoning application number RZ-1002 from C3 general commercial development to R2-PUD two-family dwelling district planned unit development for a duplex development.
Item 5: Rezoning Application RZ-1003
Considered rezoning application number RZ-1003 from C5 automotive and commercial recreation district to C3 general commercial district for a bank.
Item 6: Final Plat of Apple Estates Section 4
Considered final plat of Apple Estates Section 4, a replat for residential development.
Item 7: Rezoning Application RZ-100
Considered rezoning application number RZ-100 from A1 rural agriculture district to R1 single family dwelling district for a 70-acre residential development.
Item 8: Ordinance 96521 (Noisy Animal)
Considered ordinance number 96521 amending the noisy animal ordinance to add a progressive scale to minimum fines for subsequent convictions.
Item 9: Amendment #1 with Garver LLC
Considered approval of amendment number one in the amount of $144,082 with Garver LLC to add services for federally funded Eastern Avenue projects and intersection design.
Item 10: Consent to Assignment Agreement (Garver LLC)
Considered approval of a consent to assignment agreement transferring a design contract for the State Highway 37 at Little River utility relocations project from Cabinets Engineering LLC to Garver LLC.
Item 11
Item 11 was requested by city staff to be tabled.
Item 12: Agreement with ODEQ for Grapple Truck
Considered approval of an agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality for funding of a new grapple truck.
Item 12.1: Resolution 98821 (4th Street Underpass)
Considered adoption of Resolution number 98821 authorizing execution of a project agreement between the City of Moore, ODOT, and BNSF Railroad for the 4th Street underpass project.
Item 13: Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
Received and approved minutes of the regular Moore Public Works Authority meeting held February 16, 2021, and approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 in the amount of $558.74.
Item 14: Moore Risk Management Meeting Consent Docket
Accepted minutes of the regular Moore Risk Management meeting held February 16, 2021, and approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021 in the amount of $4,144.50.