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February 7, 2023 City Council Meeting

February 7, 2023 Moore, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Council tabled resolutions regarding residential curbside recycling, pending clarification on ballot language and potential cost increases to residents. Several significant infrastructure projects and equipment purchases for various city departments were approved, including an amendment for the NE 12th Street reconstruction and new vehicles for public works and animal control. A citizen voiced concerns about an encounter with the Moore Police Department.

Key Decisions & Votes

Residential Curbside Recycling Election

21:30

Resolution 4723, authorizing an election for a bi-weekly residential curbside recycling rate, was tabled to allow for further discussion and clarification on the ballot language regarding the actual cost to residents versus the contract rate, and the disclosure of potential annual rate increases.

Tabled

Residential Curbside Recycling Ordinance

22:00

Ordinance 101823, a companion item to Resolution 4723, which would amend the code to add required bi-weekly residential curbside recycling and establish a rate, was also tabled.

Tabled

Urban Renewal Authority Appointment

22:50

The appointment of Kathy Griffith to the Moore Urban Renewal Authority was approved to fill the remaining term of David Roberts, expiring June 30, 2024.

Approved

Rubinsky Farm Section One Final Plat

24:20

The final plat for Rubinsky Farm Section One, a 27-acre development with 62 residential lots and three common areas, was approved. The development includes amenities such as a pool, pool house, playground, and extensive landscaping.

Approved

Transportation Impact Fee Schedule Amendment

29:50

Ordinance 101923, amending the transportation impact fee schedule for residential, retail, and commercial developments, was approved to increase fees to more adequately address rising arterial roadway construction costs.

Approved

Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Program

33:40

An agreement with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for $54,840 was approved for Professional Services for Phase One of the EPA-mandated Lead and Copper Rule Revision compliance program.

Approved

NE 12th Street Reconstruction Project Amendment

36:30

Amendment Number Two for Freese and Nichols Incorporated, totaling $114,500, was approved for additional services for the Northeast 12th Street reconstruction project, expanding its scope from rehabilitation to full reconstruction with grant funding.

Approved

Turner Avenue Widening Change Order

40:00

Change Order Number Two with Sac Services Incorporated for $18,850 was approved for construction of additional parking as part of the Turner Avenue widening and reconstruction project, and to extend the contract time by 20 calendar days.

Approved

Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual Modifications

43:30

Modifications to the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual, including prohibiting smoking in City Vehicles and establishing rules for sick leave donation, were tabled for further review.

Tabled

Community Development Block Grant Action Plan Amendment

52:30

Resolution 48-23, adopting a substantial amendment to the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan, was adopted to reallocate approximately $170,000 in leftover funds from a sewer line project to construct a pickleball court at Kiwanis Park.

Adopted

Tort Claim by Earth Angel LLC and Emerald Corporation LLC

1:09:00

Following an executive session, the Council voted to deny the pending tort claim filed by Earth Angel LLC and Emerald Corporation LLC against the City of Moore.

Denied

Upcoming Community Events

February 17, 2023

United Act of Kindness Day

Proclaimed by Mayor Glenn Lewis to inspire residents, community leaders, churches, non-profits, and businesses to complete 300,000 acts of kindness in the Moore community.

Financial Matters

Claims and Expenditures (City Council)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2023 and 2022.

$5,210,303.25

Curbside Recycling Contract Rate

The proposed contract amount from Republic Services for bi-weekly residential curbside recycling per month.

$4.30

Proposed Resident Recycling Charge

The city's intent to charge residents per month for recycling, with a senior discount of $1.95 per month. The contract includes a 4% annual renewal increase.

$3.90

Transportation Impact Fee Increase (R1 Single Family)

Proposed increase from $647 per lot for single-family R1 homes.

$900

Transportation Impact Fee Increase (Multi-family)

Proposed increase from $453 per unit for multi-family developments, with senior housing increasing from $236 to $300 per unit.

$600

Transportation Impact Fee Minimum (Gas/Convenience Store)

Proposed minimum fee for gas and convenience stores, or $5.50 per square foot.

$5,000

Transportation Impact Fee Minimum (Fast Food/Casual Restaurant)

Proposed minimum fee for fast food or fast casual restaurants, or $4.00 per square foot.

$4,000

Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Program (Phase 1)

Professional Services agreement with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for risk assessment and data collection.

$54,840

NE 12th Street Reconstruction Project Amendment

Additional services for the project, which expanded from a $3 million rehabilitation to a $9 million reconstruction, with the city paying $1.8 million of the estimated cost.

$114,500

Turner Avenue Widening Change Order

Construction of additional parking, with the Urban Dog House owners paying 50% of the cost.

$18,850

Custom Waste Receptacles

Purchase of 26 custom waste receptacles (pizza box bins) for city parks.

$28,463.70

Jazzy Cab Purchase

Budgeted purchase of a Jazzy cab to support the body of a new bucket truck.

$45,699

Bucket Truck Body Purchase

Budgeted purchase of a bucket truck body from Viking Cives Midwest Incorporated.

$108,500

Hyundai Forklift Purchase

Budgeted purchase of a Hyundai 35L-9A forklift for the city fleet.

$56,537.70

Polaris Ranger Crew UTV Purchase

Budgeted purchase of a 2023 Polaris Ranger Crew 570 SP side-by-side UTV for Animal Control.

$26,961.97

Motorola Handheld Radios Purchase

Budgeted purchase of 10 Motorola APX 6000 series handheld radios for officers.

$59,778.10

CDBG Funds Reallocation

Approximately $170,000 in unutilized CDBG funds from the Armstrong Edition sewer line replacement were reallocated to construct a pickleball court at Kiwanis Park.

$170,000

Claims and Expenditures (More Public Works Authority)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2022-2023.

$1,150,673.20

Claims and Expenditures (More Risk Management)

Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2022-2023.

$374,644.68

Public Comments

1 citizen spoke

Al Jones, a non-resident, expressed significant dissatisfaction with the Moore Police Department regarding their handling of his daughter's mental health evaluation at a hospital. He alleged disrespect, religious rights violations, and questioned the police department's internal complaint process.

Police conduct Disrespect Religious rights Mental health response Internal police investigations

Coming Up

Tabled

  • Resolution 4723: Authorizing and calling an election for residential curbside recycling rate (to clarify ballot language and cost disclosure)
  • Ordinance 101823: Amending code for required bi-weekly residential curbside recycling and establishing a rate (companion to Resolution 4723)
  • Modifications to the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual (for further review)

Deadlines

  • May 9th election date (for recycling resolution, filing date in early March)

Watch For

  • Follow-up on the rehabilitation plan for the condemned strip mall at 12th and January (60-day window)
  • Report from the City Manager on the police department's investigation into the citizen's complaint.

Announcements

  • Proclamation of February 17, 2023, as United Act of Kindness Day in the City of Moore.

Agenda Summary

Item 1: Proclamation for United Act of Kindness Day

Reading of a proclamation recognizing February 17, 2023, as United Act of Kindness Day.

Information Only

Item 2: Consent Docket

Approval of minutes from previous meetings and ratification of claims and expenditures.

Approved

Item 3: Resolution Number 4723-23

Consider adoption of resolution authorizing and calling an election for establishing a rate for registered bi-weekly residential curbside recycling.

Tabled

Item 4: Ordinance Number 101823

Consider adoption of ordinance amending Section 17-209 of the code of ordinances by adding required bi-weekly residential curbside recycling and establishing a rate thereof.

Tabled

Item 5: Appointment of Kathy Griffith

Consider the appointment of Kathy Griffith to the Moore Urban Renewal Authority to fill a remaining term.

Approved

Item 6: Final Plat of Rubinsky Farm Section One

Consider the final plat of Rubinsky Farm Section One, located north of Southeast 19th Street and west of Sunny Lane Road.

Approved

Item 7: Ordinance Number 101923

Consider approval of ordinance amending Part 12 Chapter 5 Article K Section 12-613 of the Moore Land Development Code by amending the transportation impact fee schedule for residential, retail, and commercial developments.

Approved

Item 8: Agreement with Freese and Nichols Incorporated

Consider approval of an agreement with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for Professional Services for Phase One of the Lead and Copper Rule Revision (LCRR) compliance program.

Approved

Item 9: Amendment Number Two for Freese and Nichols Incorporated

Consider approval of amendment number two for Freese and Nichols Incorporated for additional services for the Northeast 12th Street reconstruction project from I-35 to Eastern Avenue.

Approved

Item 10: Change Order Number Two with Sac Services Incorporated

Consider approval of change order number two with Sac Services Incorporated for construction of additional parking as part of the Turner Avenue widening and reconstruction project and increase the contract project time.

Approved

Item 11: Modifications to the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual

Consider approval of modifications to the Personnel policy and procedures manual by amending Article 2, Article 3, Article 5, and Article 6.

Tabled

Item 12: Purchase of 26 Custom Waste Receptacles

Consider authorizing the purchase of 26 custom waste receptacles (pizza box bins) from Clean River Recycling Solutions.

Approved

Item 13: Budgeted Purchase of a Jazzy Cab

Consider the budgeted purchase of a Jazzy cab to support the body of a new bucket truck from Bill Knight Ford.

Approved

Item 14: Budgeted Purchase of a Bucket Truck Body

Consider the budgeted purchase of a bucket truck body from Viking Cives Midwest Incorporated.

Approved

Item 15: Budgeted Purchase of a Hyundai Forklift

Consider the budgeted purchase of a Hyundai 35L-9A forklift from GW Van Campbell Company.

Approved

Item 16: Budgeted Purchase of a 2023 Polaris Ranger Crew 570 SP Side by Side UTV

Consider the budgeted purchase of a 2023 Polaris Ranger Crew 570 SP side by side UTV from Ruther Brothers Incorporated.

Approved

Item 17: Resolution Number 48-23

Consider resolution adopting a substantial Amendment to the 2022 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and authorizing the mayor to submit the amended plan.

Adopted

Item 18: Budgeted Purchase of 10 Motorola APX 6000 Series Handheld Radios

Consider authorizing the budgeted purchase of 10 Motorola APX 6000 series handheld radios from Motorola Solutions.

Approved

Item 19: 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 20: More Risk Management Meeting Consent Docket

Accept minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for the More Risk Management Meeting.

Approved

Item 21: New Business - Citizens Forum

Citizens forum for items not on the agenda.

Information Only

Item 22: Executive Session

Discussion and possible action regarding pending tort claim filed by Earth Angel LLC and Emerald Corporation LLC.

Denied

Item 23: Adjournment

Adjournment of the meeting.

No Action