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April 18, 2023 City Council Meeting

April 18, 2023 Moore, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Council approved numerous financial items, including significant purchases for the police department and participation in global opioid settlements. Public comments highlighted concerns about construction damage in Cedar Farms and critical safety issues with locked emergency exits at Buck Thomas Park baseball fields. Following an executive session, the Council approved a contract with the Fraternal Order of Police and a settlement for a pending claim.

Key Decisions & Votes

Consent Docket

01:00

Approved minutes, adopted a resolution for the CDBG audit report, approved a contract with Embark for senior transportation, granted an easement to OG&E, and ratified claims and expenditures.

Approved

Lot Split Approval

02:40

Approved a lot split in the Northmoor Business Park to create a new two-acre parcel for future development.

Approved

Purchase of Portable Handheld Radios

04:10

Authorized the purchase of 19 portable handheld radios and accessories from L3 Harris Technologies for $58,487.70 off a state contract.

Approved

Purchase of Mobile Vehicle Mounted Radios

05:40

Authorized the purchase of 34 mobile vehicle-mounted radios and accessories from L3 Harris Technologies for $180,200 off a state contract for new police vehicles.

Approved

Purchase of Bulletproof Vests

07:40

Authorized the budgeted purchase of 32 Saffronland bulletproof vests from Special Ops for $29,568, with 50% reimbursement from a federal grant.

Approved

Contract Renewal with Pivot Incorporated

09:00

Approved the renewal of a contract with Pivot Incorporated for $18,000 for the operation of a community intervention center for juveniles.

Approved

Sports Association Agreement for Moore Youth Baseball

10:40

Approved the Sports Association agreement for the 2023-2024 Moore Youth Baseball program held at Buck Thomas Park, with ongoing work on safety improvements.

Approved

Amendment to Agreement with Bethesda Incorporated

12:00

Approved an amendment to the agreement with Bethesda Incorporated, funded with CDBG funds, to add intakes and individual counseling sessions for abused children.

Approved

Participation in Global Opioid Settlements

13:10

Authorized participation in the 2022 Global Opioid Settlements with CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, Allergan, and Teva, designating the City Manager to finalize participation.

Approved

MPWA Consent Docket

15:40

Approved minutes and ratified claims and expenditures for the More Public Works Authority.

Approved

MRM Consent Docket

16:50

Approved minutes and ratified claims and expenditures for the More Risk Management meeting.

Approved

MEDA Consent Docket

18:20

Approved minutes for the More Economic Development Authority meeting.

Approved

FY 23-24 Contract with Fraternal Order of Police

38:00

Approved the fiscal year 2023-2024 contract between the City of Moore and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 131 following an executive session.

Approved

Settlement of Eric Perro Claim

38:40

Approved a settlement regarding a pending claim by Eric Perro against the City of Moore following an executive session.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

2023-2024 season

Moore Youth Baseball Program

Held at Buck Thomas Park, with ongoing efforts to improve safety aspects.

Financial Matters

City Council Claims and Expenditures (FY 22-23)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the fiscal year.

$2,983,113.37

Embark Contract Matching Funds

City matching funds for non-emergency medical transportation services for seniors.

$15,000

Portable Handheld Radios

Purchase of 19 portable handheld radios and accessories for the police department.

$58,487.70

Mobile Vehicle Mounted Radios

Purchase of 34 mobile vehicle-mounted radios and accessories for new police vehicles.

$180,200

Bulletproof Vests

Purchase of 32 bulletproof vests, with 50% reimbursed by a federal grant.

$29,568

Pivot Incorporated Contract Renewal

Renewal of contract for a community intervention center for juveniles.

$18,000

More Public Works Authority Claims and Expenditures (FY 22-23)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the Public Works Authority.

$1,441,304.76

More Risk Management Claims and Expenditures (FY 22-23)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for the Risk Management meeting.

$106,980.38

Public Comments

3 citizens spoke

Citizens raised concerns regarding construction damage to sprinkler systems and common areas in Cedar Farms by a city contractor, seeking assurance of repairs. Another citizen highlighted dangerous conditions at Buck Thomas Park baseball fields due to chained and locked emergency exits, demanding immediate action for public safety.

Construction damage and repairs Public safety at city facilities Contractor accountability

Coming Up

Watch For

  • Budget meetings with council members (starting this week)
  • Resolution of Buck Thomas Park emergency exit issues
  • Follow-up on Cedar Farms construction damage and repairs

Announcements

  • Moore Police Department was praised for apprehending thieves.

Agenda Summary

Item 2: Consent Docket

Receive and approve minutes, adopt resolution, approve contract, grant easement, and approve claims and expenditures.

Approved

Item 3: Consider approval of a lot split

Approval of a lot split located in the Northwest Quadrant of section 10, Township 10 North, Range 3 West.

Approved

Item 4: Consider authorizing the purchase of 19 portable handheld radios

Purchase of 19 portable handheld radios and related accessories from L3 Harris Technologies Incorporated.

Approved

Item 5: Consider authorizing the purchase of 34 mobile vehicle mounted radios

Purchase of 34 mobile vehicle mounted radios and related accessories from L3 Harris Technologies Incorporated.

Approved

Item 6: Consider authorizing the budgeted purchase of 32 saffronland bulletproof vest

Purchase of 32 bulletproof vests from Special Ops, with 50% reimbursement from a federal grant.

Approved

Item 7: Consider renewal of a contract with pivot incorporating

Renewal of a contract with Pivot Incorporated for operation of a community intervention center for juveniles.

Approved

Item 8: Consider approval of a Sports Association agreement for the 23-24 more youth baseball program

Approval of the Sports Association agreement for the Moore Youth Baseball program held at Buck Thomas Park.

Approved

Item 9: Consider approval of an amendment to the agreement with Bethesda Incorporated

Approval of an amendment to the agreement with Bethesda Incorporated, funded with CDBG funds, adding intakes and individual counseling sessions.

Approved

Item 10: Considering if deemed appropriate after authorized participation in the 2022 Global opioid settlements

Authorization to participate in the 2022 Global Opioid Settlements with CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, Allergan, and Teva.

Approved

Item 11: More Public Works Authority Consent Docket

Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for the More Public Works Authority.

Approved

Item 12: More Risk Management Consent Docket

Receive and approve minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for the More Risk Management meeting.

Approved

Item 14: More Economic Development Authority Consent Docket

Receive and approve minutes for the More Economic Development Authority meeting.

Approved

Item 15: New Business

Public comments, items for City Council and Trustees, and items from the City Trust Manager.

Information Only

Item 16: Executive Session

Consider approval of the FY 23-24 contract with the Fraternal Order of Police and discuss a pending claim by Eric Perro.

No Action

Item E (from Executive Session): Contract between the city of Moore and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 131

Approval of the fiscal year 2023-2024 contract.

Approved

Item B (from Executive Session): Pending claim by Eric Perro against the city of Moore

Approval of the settlement regarding the pending claim.

Approved

Item 17: Adjournment

Adjournment of the meeting.

Approved