Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several rezoning applications and preliminary/final plats for residential and commercial developments, including a large single-family neighborhood and a senior housing complex. A contentious rezoning application for a dog kennel and the proposed names for the new Dr. Curtis Prairie Central Park, Recreation Center, and Aquatic Center were both tabled for further discussion. The council also discussed a potential ordinance to limit protestor proximity to public schools.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket (Minutes, Lease, Claims)
04:00Approved minutes from April 21, 2014, received Planning Commission minutes from February 11, 2014, approved a field lease with MGSA, and ratified claims expenditures.
Appeal to Condemnation Order for 904 South Power
07:00Granted a 45-day extension for compliance to the property owner, allowing time for 'Serve Moore' volunteers to assist with repairs to the tornado-damaged home.
Final Plat of Sienna Ridge Section Two
12:00Approved the final plat for 44 single-family residential lots on approximately 12 acres, zoned R1.
Final Plat of 35 West at Royal Rock
14:00Approved the final plat for one lot to accommodate the 35 West Apartments, a 314-unit multi-family gated community.
Rezoning Application RZ-911 (Judith Trussell)
18:00Tabled the application for a dog kennel rezoning from A1 to A2 PU to allow the applicant to continue discussions with neighbors and outside counsel regarding significant community protest.
Rezoning Application RZ-912 (Jacob Foyer)
37:00Approved the rezoning from C3 to C3PU for a veterinary clinic with ancillary dog daycare and boarding services, after clarifying state law regarding proximity to schools.
Rezoning Application RZ-913 (Edgewater Edition)
42:00Approved the rezoning from A1 to R1 for a single-family residential neighborhood with 220 lots on 98 acres.
Preliminary Plan of Edgewater Edition
45:00Approved the preliminary plan for the Edgewater Edition, a companion item to the rezoning application.
Moore Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment #42
46:00Approved the amendment to change land use from Medium Commercial Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for a duplex senior development.
Rezoning Application RZ-914 (Senior Development)
49:00Approved the rezoning from A2 to R3 PUD for a senior housing development, a companion item to the comprehensive plan amendment.
Rezoning Application RZ-915 (Kent Davidson)
50:00Approved the rezoning from A1 to A2 for a 7-acre property, matching the applicant's existing adjacent property zoning.
Approval of Names for New Park, Recreation Center, and Aquatic Center
52:00Tabled the decision on naming the new park (Dr. Curtis Prairie Central Park), recreation center (Iron Horse Recreation Center), and aquatic center (Iron Horse Aquatic Center) for further council discussion.
Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
1:08:00Approved minutes from April 21, 2014, and ratified claims expenditures for FY 2013-2014.
Moore Risk Management Consent Docket
1:09:00Accepted minutes from April 21, 2014, and approved claims and expenditures for FY 2013-2014.
Upcoming Community Events
National Police Week
City flags to be flown at half-staff on May 15th (Peace Officers Memorial Day).
Career Registration Program
No specific time or location given, part of Police Week.
Memorial Service
No specific time or location given, part of Police Week.
Safety or Health Day
Saturday, no specific location given, part of Police Week.
Park Groundbreaking
10 a.m., location not specified but implied to be the new Central Park site.
Devon Energy Announcement at Little River Park
11 a.m.
Parley Park Ribbon Cutting
11 a.m., with kids, parents, and teachers from Kelly Elementary.
Financial Matters
FY 2013-2014 City Council Claims Expenditures
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
FY 2013-2014 Moore Public Works Authority Claims Expenditures
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
FY 2013-2014 Moore Risk Management Claims Expenditures
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.
Apache Corporation Donation
Donation to the city's tree bank.
Apache Corporation Donation
Donation for storm shelters for the Moore school system.
Public Comments
Citizens expressed strong opposition to a proposed dog kennel rezoning due to concerns about noise, property values, compliance with zoning setbacks, and the business's legitimacy. One citizen also spoke against a proposed doggy daycare/veterinary clinic. The applicants for both dog-related businesses also spoke to clarify their intentions and address concerns.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Rezoning application RZ-911 (dog kennel) postponed to May 19th meeting.
- Approval of names for new park, recreation center, and aquatic center postponed to a future meeting.
Deadlines
- Bids for the new park project due May 15th.
Watch For
- Discussion on a possible ordinance limiting protestor proximity to public schools (Norman's council expected to hear in June).
- Budget meeting scheduled for next Monday night (May 12th) at 6:30 PM.
- Further discussions on parking solutions for the new public safety building.
- Potential initiatives to improve the appearance and revitalization of Old Town.
Announcements
- Proclamation of National Police Week (May 11-17, 2014).
- Recognition of council members serving as police officers/law enforcement.
- Three Moore officers assisting communities in Arkansas affected by tornadoes.
- Thanks to Robert and his crew for water line repairs.
- Thanks to Apache Corporation for donations to the tree bank and school storm shelters.
- Thanks to parks staff and sophomore kids for tree planting.
- Supreme Court ruling on prayer/invocation at council meetings noted.
- Preliminary discussions ongoing regarding parking for the new public safety building and potential property acquisition for additional parking.
- Old Town revitalization efforts and potential for facade improvements were discussed.
Agenda Summary
Item 2: Consent Docket
Approval of minutes, receipt of planning commission minutes, field lease agreement, and ratification of claims expenditures.
Item 3: Consider appeal to condemnation order for 904 South Power
Request for extension on property repairs damaged by tornado.
Item 4: Consider the final plat of Sienna Ridge Section Two
Final plat for a single-family residential community.
Item 5: Consider the final plat of 35 West at Royal Rock
Final plat for a multi-family apartment complex.
Item 6: Consider rezoning application number RZ-911 (Judith Trussell)
Rezoning from A1 to A2 PU for a dog kennel.
Item 7: Consider rezoning application number RZ-912 (Jacob Foyer)
Rezoning from C3 to C3PU for a veterinary clinic with dog daycare/boarding.
Item 8: Consider rezoning application number RZ-913 (Edgewater Edition)
Rezoning from A1 to R1 for a single-family residential development.
Item 9: Consider the preliminary plan of Edgewater Edition
Preliminary plan for the Edgewater Edition residential development.
Item 10: Consider Moore Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment number 42
Amendment to change land use for a duplex senior development.
Item 11: Consider rezoning application number RZ-914
Rezoning from A2 to R3 PUD for a senior residential development.
Item 12: Consider rezoning application number RZ-915 (Kent Davidson)
Rezoning from A1 to A2 for a 7-acre property.
Item 13: Consider approval of names for a new park, recreation center and aquatic center
Proposed names: Dr. Curtis Prairie Central Park, Iron Horse Recreation Center, and Iron Horse Aquatic Center.
Item 14: Discuss a possible ordinance dealing with limits on where protesters can stand around public schools
Discussion on drafting an ordinance to ensure safety for students.
Item 15: Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
Approval of minutes and ratification of claims expenditures.
Item 16: Moore Risk Management Consent Docket
Acceptance of minutes and approval of claims and expenditures.
Item 17: New Business
Citizens forum and items from City Council/Trustees.