January 9, 2019 City Council Meeting

TL;DR

The City Council conference meeting addressed two change orders for ongoing construction projects: the Main Street paving project and the Burlington Drive drainage improvement project. The majority of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the results of a recent survey regarding a proposed stormwater utility fee and bond, highlighting public sentiment, concerns about fund management, and the need for further community education before a final decision is made.

Financial Matters

Main Street paving project change order

Increase in contract amount for the Main Street paving project due to overruns in milling overlay and stamped colored asphalt pavement.

$11,059.95

Burlington Drive drainage improvement project change order

Increase in contract amount for the Burlington Drive drainage improvement project due to panel replacements, concrete work, and added ADA compliant sidewalks.

$29,089.29

Public Comments

878 citizens spoke

A recent survey of 878 residents indicated that 46% would not support a proposed stormwater utility fee, 29% would, and 24% were unsure. Key concerns included a desire for more information, distrust in government's ability to manage funds, and specific issues from Ward 5 regarding their contribution and the need for an 'Ag tier.' Water quality protection and flooding were identified as the most important issues the fee would address.

Stormwater utility fee support Tiered fee structure preference Distrust in government fund management Water quality protection Flooding Need for public education Agricultural property considerations Fairness of fee structure

Coming Up

Deadlines

February 12 (Norman Public Schools bond vote)

Watch For

First reading of stormwater utility fee ordinance
Second reading of stormwater utility fee ordinance (in two weeks)
April ballot for stormwater bond and utility
Transportation bond in April
Water rate discussion
Mid-year budget adjustment (Finance meeting)
Special meeting/study session for stormwater discussion

Agenda Summary

Change order for Main Street paving project

A change order between the City of Norman and Rudy Construction Company, increasing the contract amount by $11,059.95 for a revised total of $297,386.95. This is for the Main Street paving project from Jones to Porter, covering overruns in milling overlay and stamped colored asphalt pavement, representing a 3.9% increase.

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Change order for Burlington Drive drainage improvement project

A change order between the City of Norman and MTZ Construction, increasing the contract amount by $29,089.29 for a revised total of $111,553.00. This covers overruns related to panel replacements, concrete work, and the addition of ADA compliant sidewalks.