Meeting Summary
The city council approved the implementation plan for the 15-year Norman Forward plan. Updates were provided on the water treatment plant renovation, the Lions Park public art project, and a new online city construction map. A reminder was issued regarding the water conservation plan, and details for the upcoming July 4th celebration were shared.
Key Decisions & Votes
Norman Forward Implementation Plan
The city council approved the implementation plan for the 15-year Norman Forward plan, which outlines project scopes, conceptual budgets, and sequencing.
Upcoming Community Events
July 4th Celebration
Activities, doggie parade, food vendors, live music, inflatables, fireworks at 9:45 PM.
Financial Matters
Water Treatment Plant Renovation Funding
Update on state revolving fund loans for the plant expansion. Voters approved a water rate increase in January 2015 to support this project.
Lions Park Public Art Project Funding
Project funded by contributions from the Art in Public Places fund (part of Norman utility billing program) and additional private contributions.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Norman Forward implementation plan details to be posted on the city website.
- State revolving funds for water treatment plant expansion.
Announcements
- City Construction Map available on the website, detailing ongoing street, utility, and bond projects.
- Reminder about the year-round odd-even water rotation system for water conservation and allowed use of soaker/handheld hoses.
- City administrative offices will be closed on July 4th; sanitation services, compost facility, and transfer station will operate on regular schedules.
Agenda Summary
Norman Forward Implementation Plan
Update on the 15-year Norman Forward plan, detailing project scopes, conceptual budgets, and sequencing.
Water Treatment Plant Renovation
Update on the expansion project, including state revolving fund loan status and benefits like enhanced water quality and safety.
Lions Park Public Art Project
Installation of a mosaic art piece by artist Laura Robbins, funded by the Art in Public Places fund and private contributions.
City Construction Map
Information about a new online map detailing ongoing street, utility, and bond projects across the city.
Water Conservation Plan Reminder
Reminder about the year-round odd-even water rotation system due to increased demand, and allowed use of soaker and handheld hoses.
July 4th Celebration
Details on the celebration including activities, doggie parade, food, music, inflatables, fireworks at 9:45 PM, and city office closures/services schedule.