Meeting Summary
The City Council received presentations on the Eastern Avenue street project and a proposed composting facility. Several routine purchases and contracts were approved, including police vehicles and website services. A significant public forum discussion occurred regarding a commercial business operating in a residential neighborhood, raising concerns about traffic, safety, and code enforcement.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket
00:03:00Approved minutes, board reappointments, inter-agency agreements, easements, public improvements, a new job description, and ratified claims and expenditures.
Revocable Permit for Accessory Building
01:09:00Approved a revocable permit for Steve Chandler to place an accessory building eight feet into a 30-foot utility easement at 809 NE 21st Street, with utility companies' consent.
Purchase of Five Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles
01:11:00Authorized the budgeted purchase of five Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles from Bob Moore Ford for $187,880 for routine fleet maintenance.
Purchase of One Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle (SRO Program)
01:13:00Authorized the budgeted purchase of one Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle for $37,756, with 65% of the cost to be reimbursed by Moore Public Schools for the School Resource Officer program.
2020-2024 Five-Year Consolidated Plan (CDBG)
01:17:00Adopted Resolution Number 96720, approving the 2020-2024 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the 2020-2021 Program Year Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Professional Services Contract with Dot Main Graphic Design
01:19:00Approved a professional services contract with Dot Main Graphic Design Incorporated for city website development and maintenance, waiving competitive bidding.
Professional Services Contract with Trifecta Communications
01:20:00Approved a professional services contract with Trifecta Communications for monthly video production, waiving competitive bidding.
Renewal of Agreement with Signal System Management Inc.
01:23:00Approved the renewal of an agreement with Signal System Management Incorporated for $17,520 to maintain and monitor traffic signals.
Acceptance of Quote from Superior Fence
01:24:00Accepted a quote from Superior Fence for $36,640 for the budgeted installation of gates and ornamental fencing around Fire Station Number Two's parking lot.
Election of Vice Mayor
01:25:00Councilman Mark Hamm was nominated and elected as Vice Mayor.
MPWA Consent Docket
01:27:00Approved minutes and ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Public Works Authority.
Award Bid for Packer Body (MPWA)
01:28:00Awarded Bid Number 2000-02 to Ridge Port Manufacturing for $160,530 for one high compaction 32 cubic yard automated side loader packer body.
Election of MPWA Vice Chair
01:29:00Adam Webb was nominated and elected as Vice Chair of the Moore Public Works Authority Trust.
Election of MPWA Secretary
01:30:00Melissa Hunt was nominated and elected as Secretary of the Moore Public Works Authority Trust.
MRM Consent Docket
01:31:00Approved minutes and ratified claims and expenditures for the Moore Risk Management meeting.
FY 2019-2020 Budget Supplement (MRM)
01:32:00Approved an FY 2019-2020 budget supplement to budget additional funds and related expenses for Risk Management to support healthcare claims.
Election of MRM Vice Chair
01:33:00Jason Blair was nominated and elected as Vice Chair of Moore Risk Management.
Election of MRM Secretary
01:34:00Danielle McKenzie was nominated and elected as Secretary of the Moore Risk Management Board.
MEDA Consent Docket
01:35:00Approved minutes for the Moore Economic Development Authority meeting.
Election of MEDA Chair
01:36:00A Chair for the Moore Economic Development Authority was elected.
Election of MEDA Vice Chair
01:37:00Councilman Jason Blair was nominated and elected as Vice Chair of the Moore Economic Development Authority.
Election of MEDA Secretary
01:38:00Adam Webb was nominated and elected as Secretary of the Moore Economic Development Authority.
Financial Matters
Claims and Expenditures (City Council)
Ratification of claims and expenditures for FY 2019-2020 and FY 2020-2021.
Eastern Avenue Street Project
Estimated construction costs for Phase 1 improvements are $3.9 million, with a recommendation to seek 80% federal/state funding for a portion. Phase 2 improvements are estimated at $2.1 million, with additional intersection improvements adding $1-1.5 million.
Proposed Composting Facility
Estimated startup costs are $323,000, estimated operating costs are $55,809, for a total first-year cost of $520,509. Potential savings could reduce the net cost to $415,528.
Five Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles
Budgeted purchase of five police vehicles for fleet maintenance.
One Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle
Budgeted purchase of one police vehicle for the School Resource Officer program, with 65% reimbursement from Moore Public Schools.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Allocation
Full allocation for the 2020-2021 program year, with proposed budget for administration, various public service agencies, and the Kelly Creek sewer line project.
Agreement renewal with Signal System Management Incorporated
Annual cost to maintain communications and monitor traffic signals.
Fire Station Number Two gates and ornamental fencing
Budgeted installation cost for security fencing.
Claims and Expenditures (Moore Public Works Authority)
Ratification of claims and expenditures for FY 2019-2020 and FY 2020-2021.
High compaction 32 cubic yard automated side loader packer body
Awarded bid for a packer body for a route truck.
Claims and Expenditures (Moore Risk Management)
Ratification of claims and expenditures for FY 2019-2020.
FY 2019-2020 budget supplement for Risk Management
Budget amendment to account for additional revenue to support healthcare claims.
Public Comments
Three citizens spoke regarding a commercial auto repair business operating in a residential neighborhood. Concerns were raised about high traffic volume, tow truck deliveries, vehicles parked illegally, safety risks for children, potential environmental contamination from oil/motors, and the slow response from code enforcement. The resident operating the business acknowledged receiving payments for work but denied environmental issues and felt unfairly targeted.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- ACOG funding submittals for Eastern Avenue project (September timeframe for year two and three).
Watch For
- Revisiting the proposed composting facility for budget consideration in the coming months or next fiscal year.
- Exploration of a housing rehab program within the next two to three years.
- Replacement of traffic signal equipment at 19th and Telephone.
- A workshop on mandatory mask wearing.
Announcements
- The Aquatic Center reopens tomorrow.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket Items A-I
Includes approval of previous meeting minutes, reappointment to the Parks Board, memorandum agreement with OWRB/USGS, acceptance of various easements, acceptance of public improvements for Edgewater Edition, approval of Public Affairs Director job description, and ratification of claims and expenditures for FY 2019-2020 and FY 2020-2021.
Item 3: Presentation from Garver Engineering regarding the Eastern Avenue Street Project
Presentation on the proposed reconstruction and improvements for Eastern Avenue from NE 12th Street to SE 19th Street, including capacity, pedestrian infrastructure, drainage, and streetscaping. The project is planned in two phases, with funding strategies discussed.
Item 4: Presentation from Parks and Recreation Department regarding proposed composting facility
Presentation on a program to allow citizens to turn in yard waste for composting, aiming to reduce landfill waste and provide free compost. Discussed potential locations, equipment, staffing, and cost estimates.
Item 5: Discuss a requirement to make mask wearing mandatory for restaurant and/or employees
Discussion regarding the potential mandate for restaurant employees to wear masks. It was noted that most establishments are already complying voluntarily.
Item 6: Consider approval of a revocable permit at 809 Northeast 21st Street for an accessory building located within a 30-foot utility easement
Request by Steve Chandler to place a shed approximately eight feet into a utility easement. Utility providers (AT&T, OG&E, City Sewer) approved the encroachment, with the understanding the homeowner would remove the structure if city access is needed.
Item 7: Consider authorizing the budget purchase of five Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles
Purchase of five police vehicles from Bob Moore Ford using a state contract for $187,880, as part of routine fleet maintenance to replace older vehicles.
Item 8: Consider authorizing the budget purchase of one Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle
Purchase of one police vehicle from Bob Moore Ford using a state contract for $37,756, with 65% of the cost reimbursed by Moore Public Schools for the School Resource Officer program.
Item 9: Consider Resolution Number 96720 adopting the 2020-2024 Five-Year Consolidated Plan including the 2020-2021 Program Year Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program
Adoption of the plan, a requirement for federal funding, based on citizen and agency input. Priorities include improving non-profit and city facilities, providing community services, and addressing fair housing impediments. The plan allocates $340,784 for various programs and the Kelly Creek sewer line.
Item 10: Consider approval of a professional services contract with Dot Main Graphic Design Incorporated for website development and maintenance
Approval of a contract with Dot Main Graphic Design, waiving competitive bidding, to manage and host the city's website, consolidating services previously used for the Parks Department.
Item 11: Consider approval of a professional services contract with Trifecta Communications for the monthly video production
Approval of a contract with Trifecta Communications, waiving competitive bidding, to formalize the ongoing relationship for monthly video production services.
Item 12: Consider renewal of agreement with Signal System Management Incorporated
Renewal of an agreement for $17,520 to maintain communications and monitor traffic signals and operations at various intersections, particularly along the 19th Street corridor.
Item 13: Consider acceptance of a quote from Superior Fence
Acceptance of a quote for $36,640 from Superior Fence for the budgeted installation of gates and ornamental fencing around the parking lot of Fire Station Number Two for security.
Item 14: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nominations and elect a Vice Mayor
Election of a Vice Mayor for the City Council.
Item 15: Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket Items A-B
Includes approval of previous meeting minutes and ratification of claims and expenditures for FY 2019-2020 and FY 2020-2021.
Item 16: Consider awarding Bid Number 2000-02 purchase of one high compaction 32 cubic yard automated side loader packer body
Awarding of a bid to Ridge Port Manufacturing for $160,530 for a packer body to be used on a route truck.
Item 17: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nominations and elect a Vice Chair of the Trust (MPWA)
Election of a Vice Chair for the Moore Public Works Authority.
Item 18: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nominations and elect a Secretary of the Trust (MPWA)
Election of a Secretary for the Moore Public Works Authority.
Item 19: Moore Risk Management Consent Docket Items A-B
Includes approval of previous meeting minutes and ratification of claims and expenditures for FY 2019-2020.
Item 20: Consider approval of an FY 2019-2020 budget supplement to budget additional funds and related expenses for Risk Management
Approval of a budget amendment to account for additional revenue received to support healthcare claims expended for the year.
Item 21: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nominations and elect a Vice Chair of the Moore Risk Management
Election of a Vice Chair for the Moore Risk Management Board.
Item 22: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nominations and elect a Secretary of the Moore Risk Management Board
Election of a Secretary for the Moore Risk Management Board.
Item 24: Moore Economic Development Authority Consent Docket Item A
Includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
Item 25: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nomination and elect a Chair of the Moore Economic Development Authority
Election of a Chair for the Moore Economic Development Authority.
Item 26: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nominations and elected Vice Chair of the Moore Economic Development Authority
Election of a Vice Chair for the Moore Economic Development Authority.
Item 27: Consider, if deemed appropriate, accept nomination and elect the Secretary of the Authority (MEDA)
Election of a Secretary for the Moore Economic Development Authority.
Item 28a: Citizen's Forum for items not on the agenda
Public comments regarding a commercial auto repair business operating in a residential neighborhood, raising concerns about traffic, safety, and environmental impact.