Meeting Summary
The City Council approved minutes, two proclamations, and a comprehensive consent docket including significant contracts for groundwater well field development, various project amendments, and funding for numerous social and voluntary services. Key ordinances were adopted for rezoning 103 West Apache Street, which included an amendment to prohibit room rentals, and for regulating small wireless facilities to support 5G technology. Discussions also highlighted future plans for a standalone Senior Center and ongoing concerns regarding parking enforcement in the Center City area.
Key Decisions & Votes
PUD Amendment for 103 West Apache Street
50:30An amendment was added to the Planned Unit Development for 103 West Apache Street, ensuring that residential units will not be rented by the room.
Rezoning 103 West Apache Street
1:24:30Ordinance rezoning 103 West Apache Street from Center City form-based code to City Planned Unit Development was adopted on final reading, allowing for a mixed-use development with first-floor retail and residential units above.
Ordinance for Small Wireless Facilities
1:36:30An ordinance was adopted to amend the city code regarding communication facilities, adding definitions and regulations for small wireless facilities to facilitate 5G technology deployment while maintaining aesthetic and siting controls.
Upcoming Community Events
World AIDS Day Gala
Sooners Leader Studio, $25 ticket, $3 to Oklahoma AIDS fund, silent auction.
Human Rights Day
Encouragement for citizens to reflect on the importance of universal values.
Financial Matters
2018 Groundwater Well Field Development Project contract with Lane Christensen Company
Contract for 10 test wells and 6 permanent wells to expand groundwater supply by 2 million gallons per day.
Special claim by N Toll at Norman
Claim for damage to a metal swing gate by a sanitation truck.
Change order #11 to contract with Glenn Co LLC
Increase for fabrication and installation of public art for the Norman Forward Central Library project.
Amendment #1 to contract with EST
Increase for phase two final design services for the Cedar Lane Road project.
Amendment #1 to MOU with OK Dept of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
MOU for a 15-year lease (with 15-year renewal option) and right of first refusal to purchase 160 acres at Griffin Park for Soccer Complex expansion.
Change order #2 to contract with Central Contracting Services Inc.
Increase to complete the recycling pad at the East Norman Recycling Center.
Ductless scooter revocable license agreement with Slyder LLC
Agreement allowing deployment of up to 150 scooters in public rights-of-way.
Aging Services of Cleveland County funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Among Friends Activity Centers funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Assistant League of Norman funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Bethesda funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Big Brothers and Big Sisters funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Bridges funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Center for Children and Families funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Cleveland County Casa funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Community After School Program funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Community Services Building funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Food and Shelter funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Full Circle Adult Daycare funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Hartline 2-1-1 funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Infant Crisis Services funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Mary Abbott's Children's House funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Meals on Wheels funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
NAIC The Virtues Center funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Norman Day School for Handicapped Children Project Outreach funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Salvation Army funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Thunderbird Clubhouse Board funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Transition House funding request
Funding request from the Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
Workers compensation settlement for H Michael G Hale vs. City of Norman
Settlement of a Workers Compensation Commission case.
Public Comments
Citizens raised concerns about illegal parking enforcement and safety in the Center City area, questioned funding priorities for Norman Forward projects (Senior Center vs. Aquatic Center), and provided an update on a scooter license agreement. Councilmembers also used the opportunity to announce upcoming ward meetings and community events.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Lease for Griffin Park land to be secured by December 14th, no later than the end of the year.
Watch For
- A resolution to earmark remaining Norman Forward funds for a standalone Senior Center, following the finalization of the Griffin Park lease.
- Discussions on potential transportation bond, stormwater bond, and stormwater utility initiatives.
- Ward meetings by Councilmembers Wilson (early December), Clark (December 2nd), Holman (tentative December 6th), and Scott (December 9th) to discuss stormwater, transportation bond, I-35 corridor study, and short-term rentals.
- Animal Welfare Oversight Committee meeting in December to discuss proposed changes to animal ordinances.
- City Council discussion on the Kim Lee Horn Parkway and structured parking solutions for downtown.
Announcements
- Norman Pride Festival is scheduled for May 3rd, 4th, and 5th next year.
- A World AIDS Day Gala will be held this Saturday (December 1st) at the Sooners Leader Studio, with tickets at $25, donating $3 per ticket to the Oklahoma AIDS fund, and a silent auction.
- The annual Tree Lighting at Andrews Park is scheduled for Friday, November 30th.
- A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the East Side Recycling Center will take place on Friday at noon.
- Giving Tuesday is ongoing, encouraging support for local nonprofit organizations.
- The Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 8th, as an evening parade.
- Winter Fest will be held on Friday, December 7th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at University North Park.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Approval of Minutes
Approval of City Council, Community Planning and Transportation Committee, City Council Conference, Norman Utilities Authority, Norman Municipal Authority, and Norman Tax Increment Financing minutes from various dates.
Item 4: Proclamation - World AIDS Day
Proclamation proclaiming Saturday December 1st 2018 as World AIDS Day in the city of Norman.
Item 5: Proclamation - Human Rights Day
Proclamation proclaiming Monday December 10th 2018 as Human Rights Day in the city of Norman.
Item 7: Ordinance - Special Use for Mixed Building
Ordinance upon first reading requesting special use for mixed building for property located at 205 East Main Street, currently zoned C3 Intensive Commercial.
Item 8: Ordinance - Amending PUD
Ordinance upon first reading amending the PUD established by ordinance 00203-2 as amended by 05006-900607-13 and 01415-45 for 1820 Legacy Park Drive.
Item 9: Ordinance - Rezoning 700 College Avenue
Ordinance upon first reading rezoning property located at 700 College Avenue from R2 Two-Family Dwelling District to RM2 Low-Density Apartment District with special use for fraternity or sorority house.
Item 10: Ordinance - Marijuana Licensing and Zoning
Ordinance upon first reading establishing individual and business licensing for the possession and use of marijuana as permitted by state law, adding permitted and special uses to the zoning ordinance, and establishing public nuisance provisions for odors, light, or noise.
Item 11: Finance Director's Investment Report
Submission of the Finance Director's Investment Report of October 31st.
Item 12: Monthly Departmental Reports
Submission of the monthly departmental reports for the month of October 2018.
Item 13: 2018 Groundwater Well Field Development Project
Consideration of a bid contract and bonds with Lane Christensen Company in the amount of $4,714,421.72 for the 2018 Groundwater Well Field Development Project.
Item 14: Special Claim by N Toll at Norman
Special claim submitted by N Toll at Norman in the amount of $6,034.84 for damage to a metal swing gate by a sanitation truck.
Item 15: Change Order #11 - Glenn Co LLC
Change order number 11 to a contract with Glenn Co LLC increasing the contract amount by $277,298 for fabrication and installation of public art for the Norman Forward Central Library project.
Item 16: Amendment #1 - EST Contract
Amendment number one to a contract with EST increasing the contract amount by $230,659 for Phase Two of final design services for the Cedar Lane Road project.
Item 17: Amendment #1 - MOU with OK Dept of Mental Health
Amendment number 1 to a Memorandum of Understanding with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services regarding the leasing and right of first refusal to purchase 160 acres at Griffin Park.
Item 18: Change Order #2 - Central Contracting Services Inc.
Change order number 2 to a contract with Central Contracting Services Inc. increasing the contract amount by $16,393.47 to complete the recycling pad at the East Norman Recycling Center.
Item 19: Contract - Ball Clubs of Norman
Contract with The Ball Clubs of Norman (formerly Norman Youth Baseball Academy) for the use of Griffin Park baseball/softball fields for youth programs for five years.
Item 20: Contract - Solid Waste Disposal Services
Contract with Oklahoma City Landfill Southeast Landfill to provide solid waste disposal services through August 31, 2023.
Item 21: Contract - Landfill Gas Shared Revenues
Contract with Oklahoma City Landfill DBA Southeast OKC Landfill to provide shared revenues from the sale of landfill gas.
Item 22: Contract - Residential Curbside Recycling
Contract with Allied Waste Systems DBA Republic Services of Oklahoma City to provide residential curbside recycling services through August 31, 2023.
Item 23: Ductless Scooter License Agreement
Contract for a ductless scooter revocable license agreement with Slyder LLC for $300 per year, allowing deployment of no more than 150 scooters.
Item 24: Funding Request - Aging Services of Cleveland County
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Aging Services of Cleveland County.
Item 25: Funding Request - Among Friends Activity Centers
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Among Friends Activity Centers.
Item 26: Funding Request - Assistant League of Norman
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Assistant League of Norman.
Item 27: Funding Request - Bethesda
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Bethesda.
Item 28: Funding Request - Big Brothers and Big Sisters
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
Item 29: Funding Request - Bridges
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Bridges.
Item 30: Funding Request - Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City.
Item 31: Funding Request - Center for Children and Families
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for the Center for Children and Families.
Item 32: Funding Request - Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency.
Item 33: Funding Request - Cleveland County Casa
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Cleveland County Casa.
Item 34: Funding Request - Community After School Program
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for the Community After School Program.
Item 35: Funding Request - Community Services Building
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for the Community Services Building.
Item 36: Funding Request - Food and Shelter
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Food and Shelter.
Item 37: Funding Request - Full Circle Adult Daycare
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Full Circle Adult Daycare.
Item 38: Funding Request - Hartline 2-1-1
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Hartline 2-1-1.
Item 39: Funding Request - Infant Crisis Services
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Infant Crisis Services.
Item 40: Funding Request - Mary Abbott's Children's House
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Mary Abbott's Children's House.
Item 41: Funding Request - Meals on Wheels
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Meals on Wheels.
Item 42: Funding Request - NAIC The Virtues Center
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for NAIC The Virtues Center.
Item 43: Funding Request - Norman Day School for Handicapped Children Project Outreach
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Norman Day School for Handicapped Children Project Outreach.
Item 44: Funding Request - Salvation Army
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Salvation Army.
Item 45: Funding Request - Thunderbird Clubhouse Board
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Thunderbird Clubhouse Board.
Item 46: Funding Request - Transition House
Social and Voluntary Services Commission request for funding for Transition House.
Item 47: Resolution - Meeting Cancellation
Resolution declaring the City Council, Norman Municipal Authority, Norman Utilities Authority, and Norman Tax Increment Financing meeting scheduled for December 25th, 2018, shall be cancelled.
Item 48: Resolution - Election Board Notice
Resolution giving the Secretary of the Cleveland County Election Board notice of the municipal and municipal run-off elections for 2019.
Item 49: Resolution - Workers Compensation Settlement
Resolution for settlement of Workers Compensation Commission case H Michael G Hale versus the City of Norman.
Item 50: Ordinance - Rezoning 103 West Apache Street
Ordinance rezoning 103 West Apache Street from Center City form-based code to City Planned Unit Development (PUD), including variances for setback and first-floor height.
Item 51: Ordinance - Amending Code for Communication Facilities
Ordinance amending the code to change the section title to communication facilities, adding definitions, updating terminology, clarifying language for commercial communication towers, and adding regulations for small self wireless facilities.