Meeting Summary
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
21:30Resolution 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.
Residential Curbside Recycling Ordinance
22:00Ordinance 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.
Urban Renewal Authority Appointment
22:50The appointment of Kathy Griffith to the Moore Urban Renewal Authority was approved to fill the remaining term of David Roberts, expiring June 30, 2024.
Rubinsky Farm Section One Final Plat
24:20The 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.
Transportation Impact Fee Schedule Amendment
29:50Ordinance 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.
Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Program
33:40An 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.
NE 12th Street Reconstruction Project Amendment
36:30Amendment 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.
Turner Avenue Widening Change Order
40:00Change 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.
Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual Modifications
43:30Modifications 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.
Community Development Block Grant Action Plan Amendment
52:30Resolution 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.
Tort Claim by Earth Angel LLC and Emerald Corporation LLC
1:09:00Following 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.
Upcoming Community Events
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.
Curbside Recycling Contract Rate
The proposed contract amount from Republic Services for bi-weekly residential curbside recycling per month.
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.
Transportation Impact Fee Increase (R1 Single Family)
Proposed increase from $647 per lot for single-family R1 homes.
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.
Transportation Impact Fee Minimum (Gas/Convenience Store)
Proposed minimum fee for gas and convenience stores, or $5.50 per square foot.
Transportation Impact Fee Minimum (Fast Food/Casual Restaurant)
Proposed minimum fee for fast food or fast casual restaurants, or $4.00 per square foot.
Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Program (Phase 1)
Professional Services agreement with Freese and Nichols Incorporated for risk assessment and data collection.
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.
Turner Avenue Widening Change Order
Construction of additional parking, with the Urban Dog House owners paying 50% of the cost.
Custom Waste Receptacles
Purchase of 26 custom waste receptacles (pizza box bins) for city parks.
Jazzy Cab Purchase
Budgeted purchase of a Jazzy cab to support the body of a new bucket truck.
Bucket Truck Body Purchase
Budgeted purchase of a bucket truck body from Viking Cives Midwest Incorporated.
Hyundai Forklift Purchase
Budgeted purchase of a Hyundai 35L-9A forklift for the city fleet.
Polaris Ranger Crew UTV Purchase
Budgeted purchase of a 2023 Polaris Ranger Crew 570 SP side-by-side UTV for Animal Control.
Motorola Handheld Radios Purchase
Budgeted purchase of 10 Motorola APX 6000 series handheld radios for officers.
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.
Claims and Expenditures (More Public Works Authority)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2022-2023.
Claims and Expenditures (More Risk Management)
Approved and ratified claims and expenditures for FY 2022-2023.
Public Comments
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.
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.
Item 2: Consent Docket
Approval of minutes from previous meetings and ratification of claims and expenditures.
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.
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.
Item 5: Appointment of Kathy Griffith
Consider the appointment of Kathy Griffith to the Moore Urban Renewal Authority to fill a remaining term.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Item 14: Budgeted Purchase of a Bucket Truck Body
Consider the budgeted purchase of a bucket truck body from Viking Cives Midwest Incorporated.
Item 15: Budgeted Purchase of a Hyundai Forklift
Consider the budgeted purchase of a Hyundai 35L-9A forklift from GW Van Campbell Company.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Item 20: More Risk Management Meeting Consent Docket
Accept minutes and approve and ratify claims and expenditures for the More Risk Management Meeting.
Item 21: New Business - Citizens Forum
Citizens forum for items not on the agenda.
Item 22: Executive Session
Discussion and possible action regarding pending tort claim filed by Earth Angel LLC and Emerald Corporation LLC.
Item 23: Adjournment
Adjournment of the meeting.