June 28, 2023 City Council Meeting

Council reached consensus to proceed with engaging a design architect for the 718 North Porter Avenue renovation, with an estimated design cost of $80,000, while also exploring potential assistance from Cleveland County.

The ordinance to rezone approximately 41.46 acres for the Eagle Cliff West Edition from agricultural to R1 single-family dwelling district was adopted on its second and final reading.

The preliminary plat for the Eagle Cliff West Edition, proposing 119 lots on the west side and 21 lots on the east side, was approved. An offer of a 40-acre conservation easement in the floodplain area was made by the applicant.

A contract authorizing the collection of a monthly fee from developed lots in the Eagle Cliff West development for the operation, maintenance, and replacement of the lift station was approved.

The contract with Food and Shelter for the provision of shelter services was amended to a month-to-month basis, effective July 1, 2023, and subsequently approved as amended.

An ordinance adding regulations for unsolicited written materials, including definitions, prohibitions on placement, and penalties for violations, was adopted on its second and final reading.

An ordinance fixing the compensation of the City Manager, including salary and deferred compensation increases, was adopted on its second and final reading.

The employment agreement contract between Daryl Pyle and the City of Norman, outlining the terms of his employment as City Manager, was approved.

718 North Porter Avenue Renovation

Council previously allocated $500,000 for renovation; current estimates for downstairs only are $1.75M to $2M. Design fees are estimated at $80,000.

Masonry Fence for 718 North Porter Avenue

Estimated cost for an eight-foot masonry fence to enclose the back parking area.

Metal Building Construction

Estimated cost for a metal building, cited as an alternative to renovation.

Canadian River Fee-in-Lieu Account

Account balance for stormwater improvements in the Canadian River area.

Cedar Lane to Jenkins Avenue Connection

Estimated cost for a long-term project to provide an additional access point to the Eagle Cliff area.

City Manager Compensation

Increase in salary and deferred compensation contributions for the City Manager.

Food and Shelter Contract

The payment for the extended contract remains the same as the existing contract.

Eagle Cliff Lift Station

Monthly admission fee authorized for developed lots in the Eagle Cliff West development for operation, maintenance, and replacement.

Update on 718 North Porter Avenue

Presentation on the proposed temporary warming shelter location, including proximity to schools, zoning, building history, renovation costs (estimated $1.75M-$2M for downstairs only), timeline (July 2024 completion), and operational costs.

Discussion regarding Council consideration of anti-discrimination and artistic expression resolutions

Discussion on two proposed resolutions concerning anti-discrimination and artistic expression, with calls for more detailed presentation and discussion.

Approval of various committee meeting minutes

Approval of city council business and community affairs committee meeting minutes and city council oversight committee meeting minutes from various dates in 2019 and 2020.

Administering the Oaths of office

Administering the Oaths of office to council member elect Austin Ball (Ward 1), Marie Montoya (Ward 3), and Stephen Tyler Holman (Ward 7).

Resolution commending and extending appreciation to Roshar Tortorello

Resolution commending Richard Tortorello for his service as Ward 5 council member from July 6, 2021, until July 4, 2023.

Proclamation proclaiming the month of July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month

Proclamation recognizing July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Norman, highlighting the importance of parks and upcoming events.

Consent Docket (Items 5-35)

Routine agenda items grouped for approval by unanimous consent.

Ordinance 02021-44: Rezoning property for Eagle Cliff West Edition

Second and final reading of an ordinance to rezone approximately 41.46 acres from A2 rural agricultural and A1 general agricultural to R1 single-family dwelling district.

Preliminary Plat for Eagle Cliff West Edition

Approval of the preliminary plat for the Eagle Cliff West Edition, comprising approximately 41.46 acres.

Contract between Norman Utilities Authority and Shaz Investment Group

Authorizing collection of a monthly admission fee from developed lots in the Eagle Cliff West development for the operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Eagle Cliff lift station.

Amendment to contract with Food and Shelter

Amendment to the contract for the provision of shelter services, changing the term to a month-to-month basis and striking specific payment dates.

Ordinance adding unsolicited written materials regulations

Second and final reading of an ordinance adding definitions, prohibitions on placement of unsolicited written materials, and penalties for violations thereof to Chapter 16 health and safety.

Ordinance fixing the compensation of the City Manager

Second and final reading of an ordinance fixing the compensation of the City Manager as provided by Article 17, Section 1 of the City Charter.

Employment agreement contract between Daryl Pyle and the City of Norman

Employment agreement contract setting forth the terms of employment for Daryl Pyle as City Manager, including salary and deferred compensation increases.