Meeting Summary
The City Council meeting included the swearing-in of newly elected and reelected members and a detailed report on the draft Jane Way Southwest 17th Redevelopment master plan. Council also approved an ordinance amending juvenile violation punishments and discussed a potential city-wide recycling survey. Several financial items across various authorities were approved.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket (City Council)
06:30Approved minutes from April 4th, accepted two quick claim deeds, declared a 2010 Ford Explorer as surplus, reappointed Brent Wilbarger to the Pioneer Library System Board of Trustees, granted an easement to OG&E, and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2015-2016 totaling $3,971,107.60.
Juvenile Ordinance Amendment
30:20Ordinance 81916 was approved, making juvenile fines consistent with offenses, adding possession of drug paraphernalia, and increasing the maximum punishment for marijuana possession from $200 to $500.
Consent Docket (Public Works Authority)
31:20Approved minutes from April 4th and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2015-2016 totaling $835,038.00.
Consent Docket (Risk Management)
33:00Approved minutes from April 4th, authorized payment of a workers' compensation compromise settlement of $53,256.39, and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2015-2016 totaling $178,200.00.
Economic Development Authority Meeting
34:20The Economic Development Authority meeting was recessed and tabled to the next meeting due to the absence of the chairman and vice chairman.
Upcoming Community Events
Reception for Outgoing Council Members
A reception will be held for David Roberts and Robert Cruss at the next council meeting.
Central Park Grand Opening
The grand opening was well-attended and received positive feedback from council members and the community.
Financial Matters
City Council Claims and Expenditures (FY 2015-2016)
Approved and ratified as part of the City Council consent docket.
Juvenile Ordinance Fine Increase
Maximum punishment for possession of marijuana increased from $200 to $500 as part of Ordinance 81916.
Public Works Authority Claims and Expenditures (FY 2015-2016)
Approved and ratified as part of the Public Works Authority consent docket.
Workers' Compensation Compromise Settlement
Approved for payment by the Risk Management Authority.
Risk Management Claims and Expenditures (FY 2015-2016)
Approved and ratified as part of the Risk Management Authority consent docket.
Public Comments
One citizen spoke after the formal adjournment, advocating for community involvement, the creation of a city mascot, and recognizing good people in the community.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Appointment of Chairman and Vice Chairman for the More Economic Development Authority
Deadlines
- 30-day notice period for applicants to fill the Ward 1 City Council vacancy
Watch For
- Swearing-in of Terry at the next meeting
- Council study session or retreat to be scheduled
- Interviews for Ward 1 City Council vacancy applicants at the second council meeting in May or first in June
- Discussion and potential implementation of a city-wide recycling survey
- Further updates on the Jane Way Southwest 17th Redevelopment master plan, including economic details
Announcements
- David Roberts was recognized for 16 years of service on the City Council.
- Newly elected and reelected City Council Members were sworn into office.
- Thanks were extended to Todd and his team for the successful Central Park grand opening.
- Renovation work on Main Street studios and a shopping center at 12th and Jan Way was noted as encouraging.
- An update was provided on the 4th and Telephone intersection construction, indicating progress on storm sewers, stabilization, and curb/gutter work.
Agenda Summary
Item C
Swearing in of newly elected and reelected City Council Members by District Court Judge Jeff Hannon.
Item D
Roll Call.
Item 2
Consent Docket: Receive and approve minutes, accept deeds, declare surplus, reappoint trustee, grant easement, approve claims and expenditures.
Item 4
Receive a report on the draft of Jane Way Southwest 17th Redevelopment master plan.
Item 5
Consider ordinance number 81916 amending part 10 chapter 8 section 10-806a providing for punishment for juvenile violations and amending part 10 chapter 8 section 10-18 c by adding possession of drug paraphernalia and increasing the maximum punishment to $500.
Item 6
Public Works Authority Consent Docket: Receive and approve minutes, approve and ratify claims and expenditures.
Item 7
Risk Management Consent Docket: Receive and approve minutes, approve payment of a workers' compensation compromise settlement, approve and ratify claims and expenditures.
Item 9
More Economic Development Authority meeting.
Item 10a
Citizens form for items not on the agenda.
Item 10b
Items from the city council or trustees, including discussion of Central Park, local business improvements, council retreat, Ward 1 vacancy, and intersection updates.
Item 10c
Items from the city manager/trust manager, including discussion of a recycling survey and Central Park.