Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a special election on November 12, 2019, for a 1/8 of 1% sales tax to fund public transit, replacing a portion of an expiring county jail tax. Lee Hall was appointed as the new Ward 4 Councilmember. The council also acknowledged Constitution Week and Hispanic Heritage Month, and approved numerous consent docket items covering various city projects and contracts.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointment of Ward 4 Councilmember
04:00Lee Hall was unanimously appointed as the new Councilmember for Ward 4, following a recommendation from the Ward 4 selection committee.
Public Transit Sales Tax Ordinance
27:00Ordinance 1920-16, authorizing a special election on November 12, 2019, for a 1/8 of 1% sales tax to fund public transit, was adopted on second and final reading. The ordinance was amended to state that the tax would end upon the successful adoption and implementation of a dedicated funding source (rather than specifically a sales tax levy) by the Regional Transportation Authority of Central Oklahoma.
Resolution for Special Election
59:00A resolution providing official notice to the Cleveland County Election Board for a special election on November 12, 2019, regarding the public transit sales tax, was unanimously adopted.
Upcoming Community Events
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Ecclesia Pueblo de Dios on Boyd, cultural performances, food from over 20 different countries, open to the community.
Second Friday Artwalk
6-9 PM, Historic Downtown Norman.
Norman Film Fest
Visit NormanFilmFest.com for schedule and locations.
Financial Matters
Fire Department Hose Purchase
Authorization for the purchase of 51 100-foot sections of 5-inch rubber supply hose from Casco Industries.
Urban Concrete Pavement Project Contract
Acceptance of a bid and approval of contract with Central Contracting Services for the urban concrete pavement project FYE 2020 locations bid one.
Sidewalk Horizontal Saw Cutting Project Contract
Acceptance of a bid and approval of contract with Precision Concrete Cutting of Oklahoma LLC for the FYE 2020 sidewalk horizontal saw cutting project.
Special Claim by Serenity Irish
Approval of a special claim submitted by Serenity Irish for damages to her vehicle.
Porter Avenue Streetscape Project Contract Amendment
Amendment number two to the contract with Cabinet's Engineering increasing the contract amount for additional design services.
Central Library Public Art Project Change Order
Change order number one to the contract with Kirkpatrick Forest Curtis PC and Paul Cox Edge Studio for the Norman Forward Central Library public art project.
24th Avenue Construction Phase One Project Agreement Amendment
Amendment number one to a project agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for construction of 24th Avenue from Lindsay Street to Alameda Street phase one with signals.
24th Avenue East Widening Phase Two Project Agreement Amendment
Amendment number one to a project agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for construction of 24th Avenue East widening project Phase two from Alameda Street to Robinson Street.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Contract
Norman Utilities Authority contract with Clean Earth of Alabama Incorporated to provide a household hazardous waste collection event.
Custodial Services and Water Testing Contract
Contract with Office Pride of Oklahoma City and More to provide custodial services for parks and recreation facilities and water testing for Little Axe Community Center.
Andrews Park Skate Park Project Engineering Contract
Norman Municipal Authority contract with Cabinet's Engineering to provide professional engineering services for the Andrews Park Skate Park project.
Homeland Security Grant Funds Memorandum of Understanding
Memorandum of Understanding with the Oklahoma Department of Homeland Security regarding grant funds for statewide information sharing, critical infrastructure protection, and cybersecurity projects.
Traffic Signal Equipment Repair Appropriation
Resolution appropriating funds from the risk management miscellaneous reimbursements refunds account to repair and replace traffic signal equipment or traffic signs damaged in traffic collisions.
Video Detection System Appropriation
Resolution appropriating funds from miscellaneous revenues reimbursements refunds account to offset funds for a video detection system at Jenkins Avenue and Felguard Street.
Public Comments
Public comments largely focused on the proposed sales tax for public transit, with some speakers expressing concern over its regressive nature and suggesting the use of existing TIF funds as an alternative. Other comments touched on the clarity of ballot language, the importance of public transit, and broader city priorities, including the ongoing discussion about the University North Park TIF.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event: November 2, 2019, at the Lloyd Noble Center parking lot.
- Special Election for Public Transit Sales Tax: November 12, 2019.
Watch For
- Future discussions on the University North Park Tax Increment Finance (UNP TIF) project plan.
- Expansion and improvement of public transit services, including restoring Saturday service and new routes.
- Ward 8 meeting: Sunday, September 29th, 1:30-3 PM, Fire Station 7 (environmentally focused, RTA discussion).
- Ward 7 meeting: Mid-October (sales tax proposal, Norman Forward projects, Reese Park project).
- Community Planning and Transportation Committee meeting: Thursday, September 26th, 4 PM (cannabis zoning, railroad crossing issues).
- Ward 6 meeting: October 7th, 7 PM, 12th Avenue Rec Center (transit tax, other topics).
- Ward 3 meeting: October (location to be announced).
Announcements
- The week of September 17-23, 2019, is proclaimed as Constitution Week in Norman.
- September 15-October 15, 2019, is proclaimed as Hispanic Heritage Month in Norman.
- A Hispanic Heritage Month celebration will be held this Saturday (September 14) at Ecclesia Pueblo de Dios on Boyd, featuring cultural performances and food from over 20 countries.
- The Norman Police Department celebrates its 100th anniversary this Saturday.
- The Norman Fire Department celebrates its 125th anniversary this year.
- Councilmember Hall will hold her first Ward 4 meeting on Wednesday, September 25th, from 7 to 8:30 PM at the Norman Central Library (Rooms A & B).
- The Second Friday Artwalk is on September 13th from 6 to 9 PM in Historic Downtown Norman.
- The Norman Film Fest is this weekend, Friday, September 13th and Saturday, September 14th; schedule and locations available at NormanFilmFest.com.
- A new initiative for styrofoam recycling is being launched; residents can collect clean #6 styrofoam (separated by packing vs. food) and bring it to the hazardous waste event on November 2nd.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Approval of Minutes
Approval of the City Council, Norman Utilities Authority, Norman Municipal Authority, and Norman Tax Increment Financing minutes of August 27, 2019.
Item 4: Appointment of Lee Hall
Appointment of Lee Hall as Ward 4 Councilmember, as recommended by the Ward 4 selection committee.
Item 5: Proclaiming Constitution Week
Proclaiming the week of September 17-23, 2019, as Constitution Week in the City of Norman.
Item 6: Proclaiming Hispanic Heritage Month
Proclaiming September 15-October 15, 2019, as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Norman.
Item 7: Consent Docket (Items 8-26)
Approval of routine agenda items 8 through 26 by one motion.
Item 8: Rezoning Property
Ordinance 1920-5 rezoning property located west of 12th Avenue southeast and 3/4 mile south of Cedar Lane Road from A1 general agricultural district to R1 single-family dwelling district.
Item 9: City Manager's Change Order Report
Submission of the City Manager's change order report.
Item 10: Fire Department Hose Purchase
Authorization for the purchase of 51 100-foot sections of 5-inch rubber supply hose from Casco Industries for the Fire Department.
Item 11: Urban Concrete Pavement Project Contract
Acceptance of a bid and approval of contract with Central Contracting Services for the urban concrete pavement project FYE 2020 locations bid one and adoption of a project agent resolution.
Item 12: Sidewalk Horizontal Saw Cutting Project Contract
Acceptance of a bid and approval of contract with Precision Concrete Cutting of Oklahoma LLC for the FYE 2020 sidewalk horizontal saw cutting project and adoption of a project agent resolution.
Item 13: Declaration of Surplus Equipment
Declaration of surplus and/or obsolete equipment and materials and authorizing the sale or disposal thereof.
Item 14: Special Claim by Serenity Irish
Approval of a special claim submitted by Serenity Irish for damages to her vehicle when struck by a police vehicle.
Item 15: Porter Avenue Streetscape Project Amendment
Amendment number two to the contract with Cabinet's Engineering increasing the contract amount for additional design services for the Porter Avenue Streetscape bond project.
Item 16: Central Library Public Art Project Change Order
Change order number one to the contract with Kirkpatrick Forest Curtis PC and Paul Cox Edge Studio for the Norman Forward Central Library public art project and final acceptance of the project.
Item 17: Bicycle Skills Park Construction Project
Final acceptance and final payment of the contract with Progressive Bike Ramps for the bicycle skills park construction project.
Item 18: 24th Avenue Construction Phase One Amendment
Amendment number one to a project agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for the construction of 24th Avenue from Lindsay Street to Alameda Street phase one with signals and adoption of a resolution.
Item 19: 24th Avenue East Widening Phase Two Amendment
Amendment number one to a project agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for construction of 24th Avenue East widening project Phase two from Alameda Street to Robinson Street and adoption of a resolution.
Item 20: Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Contract
A Norman Utilities Authority contract with Clean Earth of Alabama Incorporated to provide a household hazardous waste collection event and performance bond.
Item 21: Traffic Signal Interconnect Upgrade Agreement
A maintenance agreement contract with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for the traffic signal interconnect upgrade on 12th Avenue East between Alameda and Robinson and adoption of a resolution.
Item 22: Custodial Services and Water Testing Contract
Contract with Office Pride of Oklahoma City and More to provide custodial services for the parks and recreation facilities and water testing for Little Axe Community Center.
Item 23: Andrews Park Skate Park Project Contract
A Norman Municipal Authority contract with Cabinet's Engineering to provide professional engineering services for the Andrews Park Skate Park project and budget appropriation from the Norman Forward fund balance.
Item 24: Homeland Security Grant Funds MOU
A Memorandum of Understanding with the Oklahoma Department of Homeland Security regarding grant funds for statewide information sharing, critical infrastructure protection, and cybersecurity projects.
Item 25: Traffic Signal Equipment Repair Appropriation
Resolution appropriating funds from the risk management miscellaneous reimbursements refunds account to be used to repair and replace traffic signal equipment or traffic signs damaged in traffic collisions.
Item 26: Video Detection System Appropriation
A resolution appropriating funds from miscellaneous revenues reimbursements refunds account to be used to offset funds previously allocated from the traffic signal account to fund the cost of the entire video detection system necessary to accommodate traffic changes made by the University of Oklahoma.
Item 27: Public Transit Sales Tax Ordinance
Ordinance 1920-16 authorizing a special election on November 12, 2019, to submit to voters the question of approving or rejecting a 1/8 of 1% sales tax for public transit systems, effective April 1, 2020, and ending upon successful adoption of a dedicated funding source by the Regional Transportation Authority of Central Oklahoma.
Item 28: Special Election Resolution
Resolution to the Secretary of the Cleveland County Election Board providing notice of a special election to be held on November 12, 2019.
Item 29: Public Comments
Opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on matters not on the agenda.