Meeting Summary
The city council received updates on several key initiatives, including the successful acquisition of properties for the new Central Library and progress on the Westwood Family Aquatic Center, which will host public design workshops. Significant advancements were reported in water resources, with the approval of a new sensitive water supply category for reuse and the finalization of a surplus water agreement with Midwest City. The city also received basic certification as a Certified Healthy Community.
Upcoming Community Events
Westwood Family Aquatic Center Public Design Workshop
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Study Session Room at City Hall.
Westwood Family Aquatic Center Public Design Workshop
6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
Westwood Family Aquatic Center Advisory Group Meeting
To take feedback from public workshops.
Westwood Family Aquatic Center Public Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Public comment period for the 24th Avenue East Bond project ends Thursday, March 17th.
Watch For
- Additional public meetings for the Westwood Family Aquatic Center project are planned for the week of March 21st.
- Legislative and gubernatorial approval for the new sensitive water supply category for reuse.
- Tentative bid opening for the 24th Avenue East Bond project in October 2018 and construction in Winter 2018.
Announcements
- The City of Norman has been awarded basic certification for a Certified Healthy Community.
- City Council meetings and work sessions are now broadcast on AT&T U-verse Channel 99, in addition to Cox.
Agenda Summary
Norman Forward - Central Library Property Acquisition Update
All identified properties for the new Central Library have been acquired and are in the city's possession, ready for project advancement.
Norman Forward - Westwood Family Aquatic Center Advisory Committee & Public Workshops Update
The ad hoc advisory committee held its initial meeting. Consultants will conduct public design workshops on March 9th, followed by another advisory group meeting on March 10th to gather feedback.
Water Resources - Sensitive Water Supply Category for Reuse Update
The Oklahoma Water Resource Board approved a new sensitive water supply category for reuse, paving the way for the city to implement reuse in Lake Thunderbird, pending legislative and gubernatorial approval.
Water Resources - Surplus Water Agreement with Midwest City Finalization
The Central Oklahoma Master Conservancy District approved the surplus water agreement with Midwest City, finalizing the agreement that allows the city to purchase up to 300 million gallons per year.
24th Avenue East Bond Project Update
An update on the widening of 24th Avenue East from two to four lanes. A public meeting was held, and the public comment period ends March 17th. Bid opening is tentatively scheduled for October 2018.
Ruth Updegraff Park Improvements Update
Updates on ongoing improvements at Ruth Updegraff Park, including a new gazebo, park furniture, and upcoming landscaping and lighting upgrades this spring.
Certified Healthy Community Recognition
The City of Norman was awarded basic certification as a Certified Healthy Community, recognizing its efforts to promote wellness and healthy behaviors.
AT&T U-verse Broadcast of Council Meetings
City Clerk Brenda Hall facilitated the broadcasting of Council meetings and work sessions on AT&T U-verse Channel 99, similar to Cox.