Meeting Summary
The City Council approved minutes and acknowledged Constitution Week. A significant decision was the adoption of an ordinance revising ward boundary lines based on recent census data. The consent docket, including a grant-funded 3D crime scene scanner and the annual county jail contract, was also approved. Public comments focused on concerns regarding a proposed Business Improvement District, appreciation for homeless support, and calls for increased meeting transparency and ADA compliance.
Key Decisions & Votes
Approval of Minutes
01:20Minutes from the May 3rd, 2022 study session and July 26th, 2022 authority amendments were approved.
Constitution Week Proclamation
01:50The Mayor's proclamation designating September 17-23, 2022, as Constitution Week was acknowledged.
Consent Docket (Items 3-29)
15:50A block of routine agenda items, including a 3D crime scene scanner purchase and the county jail contract, was approved.
Ward Boundary Revisions (Ordinance 0223-8)
34:50The ordinance revising ward boundary lines to equalize population and align with new precinct lines was adopted on second and final reading.
Upcoming Community Events
Recovery is Life
6-9 PM at COCMHC, featuring food truck, live music, games, and prizes.
Norman Parks and Recreation Movie Night
7 PM at Lions Park, free admission.
Vineyard Playground Dedication
5:30 PM, ADA accessible.
E-waste Recycling Event
9 AM to noon at Reeves Park, open to the public for electronic waste drop-off.
Pioneer Library System 'Touch a Truck'
9 AM to noon at Cleveland County Fairgrounds, quiet hour 9-10 AM.
Financial Matters
3D Crime Scene Scanner
Purchase of a 3D scanner for crime scene documentation, fully covered by a grant.
County Jail Prisoner Costs (Consent Docket Item 19)
Annual contract for the cost incurred by the city for housing arrestees in the Cleveland County Jail.
Business Improvement District (BID) City Contribution
Proposed annual payment from the city to the BID, in addition to property assessments, raising concerns about taxpayer benefit and negotiation.
Public Comments
Citizens raised concerns about the proposed Business Improvement District (BID), including its financial implications for taxpayers and lack of property owner input. Appreciation was expressed for homeless outreach efforts. Suggestions were made for increased transparency in council meetings, allowing public comment after each agenda item, and improving ADA compliance on city sidewalks.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Vote on the Business Improvement District (BID) on September 27th.
- Community Planning and Transportation Committee meeting on September 22nd at 4 PM at City Hall.
Announcements
- Ward 1: Discussion of ideas for 12th and Lindsay development and delivering meals to the homeless.
- Ward 2: September is Recovery Month; 'Recovery is Life' event on September 30th at COCMHC.
- Ward 4: Norman Parks and Recreation movie night on Friday, September 16th, at Lions Park; positive feedback on Art Walk.
- Ward 6: Vineyard playground dedication on Friday at 5:30 PM.
- Ward 7: E-waste recycling event at Reeves Park on Saturday, September 17th; Community Planning and Transportation Committee meeting on Thursday, September 22nd, at 4 PM.
- Ward 8: Pioneer Library System 'Touch a Truck' event on Saturday from 9 AM to noon at Cleveland County Fairgrounds.
Agenda Summary
Approval of City Council Study Session minutes of May 3rd, 2022 and the City Council Norman Utility Utilities Authority Norman Municipal Authority and Norman Tax Increment Finance Authority amendments of July 26, 2022
Review and approval of past meeting minutes.
Proclamation of the Mayor of the City of Norman proclaiming the week of September 17th through the 23rd 2022 as Constitution Week in the City of Norman
Official recognition of Constitution Week.
Consent Docket (items 3 through 29)
A block of routine agenda items for approval by one motion.
Ordinance 0223-8 upon second and final reading revising the description of ward boundary lines for wards one two three four five six seven and eight
Revising ward boundary lines to equalize population based on census data and new precinct lines, ensuring compact and contiguous territory.