Meeting Summary
The City Council approved placing a significant general obligation bond issue totaling approximately $48.6 million on the June 26 ballot. This bond package includes funding for streets, bridges (including the 4th Street underpass), drainage, quiet zones, street sweepers, and a new telephone system. Public discussion highlighted strong support for the 4th Street underpass and street improvements, alongside concerns about bundling projects and potential tax increases.
Key Decisions & Votes
General Obligation Bond Election
48:30Resolution 89718 was adopted, authorizing the calling and holding of an election on June 26, 2018, for general obligation bonds totaling $48,615,000 for various infrastructure projects.
Election Proclamation
50:20Authorization was granted for the execution of the election proclamation and notice pertaining to the proposed general obligation bond issue.
Employment Agreements for Bond Issue
51:50Employment agreements with Chris Key of Bok Financial Securities Inc. as financial advisor and Terry Holcomb as bond counsel were approved for the general obligation bond issue.
Residential Building Relocation Variance
54:30A variance was approved to allow the relocation of an existing residential structure from 306 South Tower to a vacant lot at 111 North Classen.
DB Compensation Software Renewal
56:30The renewal of the DB Compensation software license and support agreement with DB Squared was approved for an annual technical support fee.
Joint Project with Oklahoma City (SW 34th Street)
1:00:10A joint project with the City of Oklahoma City for the reconstruction of Southwest 34th Street between Santa Fe and Western was approved, with Moore's share being $56,250.
Demolition Services Bid
1:02:30Bid number 1718-10 for demolition services at 3401 South Service Road and 302 Southwest 34th Street was awarded to KTM Wrecking Company for $49,925.
Playground Equipment for Apple Valley Park
1:06:30RFP number 1718-08 for castle-themed playground equipment for Apple Valley Park was awarded to Play by Design for $125,000.
PWA - Purchase of Packer Bodies
1:10:30Bid number 1718-11 for the purchase of one or more high compaction 32 cubic yard automated side loader packer bodies was awarded to Bridgeport Manufacturing for $144,535.37.
Upcoming Community Events
Leadership More Class of 2018
The class's last official activity, with graduation approaching.
Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza
Well-attended with over 2,700 kids participating.
New Summer Camp Program
50 people have signed up for the program.
Town Hall Meetings
Planned to explain the proposed bond projects to the community.
Financial Matters
Payment to Cleveland County Assessor (Visual Inspection Program)
Payment for the visual inspection program conducted by the Cleveland County Assessor's Office.
Claims and Expenditures (FY 2017-2018)
Approval and ratification of general claims and expenditures.
General Obligation Bonds (Streets or Bridges)
Proposed bond funding for constructing, reconstructing, improving, or repairing streets or bridges, including the 4th Street underpass.
General Obligation Bonds (Drainage Channels)
Proposed bond funding for constructing, reconstructing, improving, or repairing certain drainage channels.
General Obligation Bonds (Quiet Zones)
Proposed bond funding for construction and equipping quiet zones at certain railroad crossings.
General Obligation Bonds (Mechanical Street Sweepers)
Proposed bond funding for acquiring two mechanical street sweepers.
General Obligation Bonds (Telephone System)
Proposed bond funding for acquiring and installing a new telephone system.
Joint Project with Oklahoma City (SW 34th Street Reconstruction)
City of Moore's share for the reconstruction of Southwest 34th Street between Santa Fe and Western.
Demolition Services (3401 South Service Road & 302 Southwest 34th Street)
Awarded bid for demolition services required for overpass construction.
Playground Equipment (Apple Valley Park)
Awarded bid for new castle-themed playground equipment for Apple Valley Park.
PWA Claims and Expenditures (FY 2017-2018)
Approval and ratification of Public Works Authority claims and expenditures.
Purchase of High Compaction Automated Side Loader Packer Bodies
Awarded bid for one or more packer bodies for sanitation route trucks.
Workers Compensation Settlement (Matthew Milton)
Approved payment for a workers compensation settlement.
RMM Claims and Expenditures (FY 2017-2018)
Approval and ratification of Risk Management Meeting claims and expenditures.
Public Comments
Citizens expressed strong opinions regarding the proposed bond issue. Many supported the 4th Street underpass and general infrastructure improvements, while some raised concerns about the bundling of projects, potential tax increases, and the need for "great streets" that consider all modes of transit. Concerns were also raised about the railroad's impact on city life and the selection of paving contractors.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Resolution number 8970 (related to bond issue)
Deadlines
- April 11th for filing bond election notice for June 26th ballot
Watch For
- Town hall meetings to explain bond projects
- General Obligation Bond Election on June 26th
- Future election dates: August 28th, November 6th
Announcements
- Recognition of the Leadership More Class of 2018 for their participation.
- Successful Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza with over 2,700 attendees.
- New summer camp program has 50 participants signed up.
Agenda Summary
Item 2A
Approved the minutes of the regular City Council meeting held March 19, 2018.
Item 2B
Authorized payment of $24,003.78 to the Cleveland County Assessor for the visual inspection program.
Item 2C
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2017-2018 in the amount of $2,508,071.82.
Item 3
Considered adoption of Resolution number 8970.
Item 3.1
Considered adoption of Resolution 89718 authorizing the calling and holding of an election for general obligation bonds totaling $48,615,000 for streets, drainage, quiet zones, street sweepers, and a telephone system.
Item 4
Considered authorizing the execution of election proclamation and notice pertaining to the proposed general obligation bond issue.
Item 5
Considered adoption of employment agreements with Chris Key as financial advisor and Terry Holcomb as bond counsel regarding the proposed general obligation bond issue.
Item 6
Considered a request for a variance to allow the residential structure at 306 South Tower to be relocated to 111 North Classen.
Item 7
Considered renewal of DB Compensation software license and support agreement with DB Squared.
Item 8
Discussed and considered approval of a joint project with the City of Oklahoma City for reconstruction of Southwest 34th Street between Santa Fe and Western in the amount of $56,250.
Item 9
Considered awarding bid number 1718-10 construction services for demolition at 3401 South Service Road and 302 Southwest 34th Street to KTM Wrecking Company in the amount of $49,925.
Item 10
Considered awarding RFP number 1718-08 playground equipment for Apple Valley Park to Play by Design in the amount of $125,000.
Item 11A (PWA)
Accepted and approved the minutes of the regular More Public Works Authority meeting held March 19, 2018.
Item 11B (PWA)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2017-2018 in the amount of $819,988.03.
Item 12 (PWA)
Considered awarding bid number 1718-11 for purchase of one or more high compaction 32 cubic yard automated side loader packer bodies to Bridgeport Manufacturing in the amount of $144,535.37.
Item 13A (RMM)
Accepted the minutes of the regular More Risk Management meeting held March 19, 2018.
Item 13B (RMM)
Approved payment of workers compensation settlement in the amount of $15,100.25 for CPR claim number 20500005462 to Matthew Milton and authorized placement on the ad valorem tax role.
Item 13C (RMM)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2017-2018 in the amount of $119,390.20.
Item 14A
Citizens forum for items not on the agenda.
Item 14B
Items from the City Councilors/Trustees.
Item 14C
Items from the City Manager/Trustee Managers.
Item 15
Adjournment.