Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a $4 million sales tax revenue note to finance ice storm cleanup and an additional $10,000 for the Salvation Army's rental and utility assistance program. They also authorized condemnation proceedings for easements related to a major sewer improvement project and approved the purchase of a new backhoe and traffic signal design services. A representative for the Moore Youth Football Association addressed the council regarding an upcoming lease renewal and associated challenges.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket Approval
02:00Approved minutes from previous meetings, a public fleet conversion grant, a drainage easement, and ratified claims and expenditures totaling $2,605,113.80.
Moore Economic Development Authority Indebtedness
06:00Adopted Resolution Number 98321, approving the Moore Economic Development Authority's indebtedness not to exceed $4 million for ice storm cleanup reimbursement, with a 0.99% interest rate.
Salvation Army Agreement Amendment
07:40Approved an amendment to the agreement with The Salvation Army to provide an additional $10,000 for their rental, mortgage, and utility assistance program.
Property Acquisition (Cider Family Trust)
10:00Adopted Resolution Number 98621, declaring necessity for acquiring a sanitary sewer easement from the Cider Family Revocable Trust for the Southeast Basin Lift Station and Sanitary Sewer Line Improvement Project, authorizing condemnation.
Property Acquisition (Prater Family Trust)
12:20Adopted Resolution Number 98721, declaring necessity for acquiring a roadway and utility easement from the Prater Family Trust for the Southeast Basin Lift Station and Sanitary Sewer Line Improvement Project, authorizing condemnation.
John Deere Backhoe Purchase
14:10Approved the purchase of a John Deere 410L backhoe loader for $115,491 to replace an aging unit in the utility department, resulting in approximately $12,500 in savings from the budgeted amount.
Traffic Signal Design Agreement
15:20Approved a $30,000 letter agreement with Traffic Engineering Consultants, Inc. for the design of Southwest 19th Street Corridor Traffic Signal Improvements.
MEDA Sales Tax Revenue Note Issuance
22:00Adopted Resolution 1921, authorizing the Moore Economic Development Authority to issue a sales tax revenue note not to exceed $4 million for financing ice storm repair and cleanup operations.
Financial Matters
Public Fleet Conversion Grant
Grant accepted from the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments.
City Council Claims and Expenditures
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021.
Moore Economic Development Authority Sales Tax Revenue Note
Indebtedness not to exceed this amount for ice storm cleanup reimbursement.
Salvation Army Assistance Program
Additional funds allocated for rental, mortgage, and utility assistance.
John Deere 410L Backhoe Loader Purchase
Cost for a new backhoe to replace an older unit.
SW 19th Street Corridor Traffic Signal Improvements Design
Agreement with Traffic Engineering Consultants, Inc. for design services.
Moore Public Works Authority Claims and Expenditures
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021.
Moore Risk Management Claims and Expenditures
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021.
Public Comments
Brian Walters, a CPA representing the Moore Youth Football Association, addressed the council regarding the upcoming renewal of their football field lease. He highlighted potential challenges from external parties, past issues with financial record-keeping, and assured the council of the association's commitment to rectifying these issues and continuing their community service.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Moore Youth Football Association lease renewal (March 1, 2021)
Watch For
- Moore Youth Football Association lease renewal discussion
- Parks and Recreation department report on the lease
Announcements
- A citizen sent an email complimenting city crews for clearing icy roads and the police department for their excellent performance.
- Audio-visual system upgrades will be installed in the council chambers next week.
- Thanks were extended to emergency services, street personnel, and sanitation for their work.
Agenda Summary
Item 2: Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes, accept a public fleet conversion grant, accept a drainage easement, and approve claims and expenditures.
Item 3: Resolution Number 98321
Consider adoption of Resolution Number 98321 approving the occurrence of indebtedness by the Moore Economic Development Authority not to exceed $4 million for the Sales Tax Revenue Note, Series 2021 (Municipal Capital Improvement Project).
Item 4: Amendment to Agreement with The Salvation Army
Consider approval of an amendment to the agreement with The Salvation Army for the ministering of rental, mortgage, and utility assistance program.
Item 5: Resolution Number 98621
Consider adopting Resolution Number 98621 declaring necessity for acquiring certain real property and/or easements from the Cider Family Revocable Trust for the Southeast Basin Lift Station and Sanitary Sewer Line Improvement Project.
Item 6: Resolution Number 98721
Consider adopting Resolution Number 98721 declaring the necessity for acquiring certain real property and/or easements from the Prater Family Trust for the Southeast Basin Lift Station and Sanitary Sewer Line Improvement Project.
Item 7: Purchase of John Deere 410L Backhoe Loader
Consider authorizing the purchase of a John Deere 410L Backhoe Loader from C.L. Boyd in the amount of $115,491.00 and waiving competitive bidding.
Item 8: Letter Agreement with Traffic Engineering Consultants, Inc.
Consider approval of a letter agreement in the amount of $30,000.00 with Traffic Engineering Consultants, Inc. for design of Southwest 19th Street Corridor Traffic Signal Improvements.
Item 9 (MPWA): Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021.
Item 10 (MPWA): Resolution Number 24921
Consider adoption of Resolution Number 24921 authorizing an agreement of support by and between the Moore Public Works Authority and the Moore Economic Development Authority.
Item 11 (MRM): Consent Docket
Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for FY 2020-2021.
Item 13 (MEDA): Consent Docket
Receive and approved minutes of the regular Moore Economic Development Authority meeting held January 19, 2021.
Item 14 (MEDA): Resolution 1921
Consider adopting Resolution 1921 authorizing the issuance of its Sales Tax Revenue Note, Series 2021 (Municipal Capital Improvement Project) not to exceed $4 million for ice storm repair and cleanup operations.
Item 15: Citizens Forum
Opportunity for citizens to address the council on items not on the agenda.
Item 16a: Executive Session
Discuss and if deemed appropriate consider taking possible action regarding pending tort claim filed on behalf of Freddie Alvarez alleging discrimination.
Item 16b: Executive Session
Discuss and if deemed appropriate consider taking possible action regarding pending litigation styled Bob Presley and Darlene Presley versus the City of Moore and Viola Water North America.
Item 16c: Executive Session
Discuss and if deemed appropriate consider taking possible action regarding pending litigation styled BNSF Railway Company versus City of Moore Oklahoma.
Item 17: Adjournment
Adjournment of the meeting.