Meeting Summary
The Norman City Council meeting saw the unanimous appointment and swearing-in of Brandon Noire as the new Ward 5 council member. Resolutions of appreciation were adopted for former council member Michael Nash, and proclamations for Constitution Week and Hispanic Heritage Month were acknowledged. Public comments largely focused on council transparency, the state's approach to homelessness, and concerns regarding the arena TIF and development practices.
Key Decisions & Votes
Ward 5 Council Vacancy Appointment
02:00The council unanimously accepted the nomination of Brandon Noire to fill the Ward 5 council vacancy.
Resolution of Appreciation for Michael Nash
04:40The council unanimously adopted a resolution extending appreciation to Michael Nash for his service as Ward 5 council member.
Proclamations Acknowledgment
08:00The council unanimously acknowledged receipt of proclamations for Constitution Week and Hispanic Heritage Month.
Consent Docket Approval
38:00Items 6 through 23 on the consent docket were unanimously approved by the council.
Preliminary Plat for 1508 Shady Brook Drive
47:00The preliminary plat to replat lots in Indian Point Estates, creating one additional developable lot, was unanimously approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Art Walk
6:00 to 9:00 pm, downtown Norman, featuring new and existing businesses.
Porchfest
6:00 to 10:00 p.m. in the Miller Historic District, featuring local bands on porches. Parking advised outside the neighborhood.
Ward 4 Quarterly Meeting
9:30 to 11:00 a.m. in the development center (225 North Webster), covering retreat priorities and development information.
Norman's First Ink the Block Party
2:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the parking lot behind Oscillator Press, The Garage, and Opouls. A free, family-friendly street festival honoring creativity with live music, mural painting, and large-scale woodblock printing.
Public Comments
Public comments included congratulations to the new Ward 5 council member, suggestions for improving council accessibility and transparency (e.g., adding ward information to agenda items, posting the city council handbook), and concerns about Governor Stitt's 'Operation Safe' potentially impacting Norman's unhoused population. There was also discussion regarding the arena TIF, advocating for a public vote, and calling for better due diligence in financial projections for future TIFFs.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Inaugural meeting of the SEC Mayor's Alliance (tomorrow).
- Further discussions on Governor Stitt's 'Operation Safe' and its potential impact on Norman's unhoused population.
- Continued work on citizen committee appointments.
- Future big games in Norman and welcoming visiting fans.
Announcements
- Congratulations and welcome to Brandon Noire as the new Ward 5 Council Member.
- Appreciation extended to the Ward 5 candidate selection committee for their thorough work.
- Thanks to Michael Nash for his service as Ward 5 Council Member.
- Appreciation for April with Food and Shelter for her hard work and positive impact on the community.
- Welcome to Rachel White Swanson on her appointment to the Human Rights Commission.
- September is Suicide Prevention Month, and September 10th is Suicide Prevention Day; citizens are encouraged to reach out to the 988 hotline for help.
- Acknowledgement of ongoing construction around town and appreciation for residents' grace and patience.
- Praise for the new Norman North Stadium and thanks to Norman voters for approving the school bond.
- Positive feedback received from Michigan fans regarding their wonderful experience in Norman during the OU game.
- Mayor Hullman, Council Member Grant, City Manager Pile, Assistant City Manager Stevenson, Assistant City Attorney Purton, Lee Mcuarter, and Eric Leebower are attending the Oklahoma Municipal League conference this week, with a focus on municipal issues including homelessness.
- The Human Rights Commission is now fully staffed with nine members, and citizens are encouraged to apply for other city committees via the city website.
Agenda Summary
Item number one: Nomination and appointment of an eligible person to fill the council vacancy in W 5.
Consideration of the nomination from the Ward 5 candidate selection committee to fill the council vacancy.
Item number two: Administering the oath of office to and seating of council member elect Brandon Noire. Ward five.
The formal swearing-in ceremony for the newly appointed Ward 5 council member.
Item number three: Resolution extending appreciation to Michael Nash for serving as W five council member in Norman, Oklahoma.
Consideration of a resolution to formally thank Michael Nash for his service to the community as Ward 5 council member.
Item number four: Proclamation proclaiming the week of September 17th through 23rd 2025 as Constitution Week in the city of Norman.
Acknowledgement of a proclamation recognizing Constitution Week.
Item number five: Proclamation proclaiming September 15, 2025 through October 15, 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the city of Norman.
Acknowledgement of a proclamation recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month.
Items 6 through 23: Consent Docket.
A group of routine agenda items designated for approval by one motion.
Item number 24: Preliminary plat for 1508 Shady Brook Drive.
A replat of lots 5, 6 and 7 block 2 Indian Point Estates, generally located one of 12th Avenue southeast and one quarter mile north of Post Oak Road, to create one additional developable lot.