Meeting Summary
The city council meeting included an extensive informational discussion on Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), covering their formation, benefits, and the city's role in their operation, including addressing concerns about property liens. Council members also discussed the structure and function of council committees, including chair appointments and meeting schedules. Additionally, the consent docket, comprising items 1 through 30, was unanimously approved.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket Approval
Items 1 through 30 on the consent docket, covering various routine administrative and financial matters, were unanimously approved by the council.
Upcoming Community Events
Mutual Aid Fair
12-3 PM at Irving Rec Center in Ward 1. Services include groceries, free haircuts, clothing, business attire, and kids' clothes.
Informal BID Discussion Meeting
5:30 PM in Council Chambers. An opportunity for those who oppose or support the Business Improvement District to discuss.
Financial Matters
Consent Docket Items 1-30
Approval of routine financial and administrative items as part of the consent docket.
Business Improvement District Assessments
Discussion regarding self-imposed assessments by property owners within a BID to fund district improvements and services.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Last day to register to vote for charter election: July 29th
- Last day to request an absentee ballot for charter election: August 8th
Watch For
- Early voting for charter election: August 18th-20th
- Charter election day: August 23rd
- Study session on downtown BIDs with Cameron's presentation: August 16th
- Reapportionment Commission public hearing (next week)
- Councilmember Holman's ward meeting to discuss charter amendments (in the next few weeks)
Announcements
- Traffic advisory: Water main break at South Flood Avenue between Main and Comanche, roadway expected to be open by 9 PM.
- Shout out to non-profits (Norman Caravans, Food and Shelter, Social Injustice League) for their tireless work assisting the unhoused community during extreme heat.
- Updates on McGee Road repair work in Ward 2 (southbound lane from Westbrook Terrace to Highway 9), with a warning for drivers to follow signs due to dangerous traffic patterns.
- Parks and Recreation announced upgrades to Andrews Park playground equipment, emphasizing inclusivity and accessibility.
- Councilmember Foreman is starting a campaign about the upcoming charter election.
- Happy Birthday to Councilmember Lauren Schuler.
- The recent council retreat fostered productive discussions and improved relationships among council members.
Agenda Summary
Discussion regarding Business Improvement Districts (BIDs)
A presentation and discussion on the process of forming Business Improvement Districts, including the petition-driven nature, self-imposed assessments, types of improvements, and the city's administrative role. Concerns about property liens and foreclosures were addressed.
Discussion regarding Council Committees
Discussion about assigning goals to council committees, the mayor's appointments of committee chairs, attendance expectations, and the process for scheduling committee meetings and agenda items. Concerns were raised regarding chair attendance and gender representation.
Consent Docket Items 1-30
A collection of routine administrative and financial items presented for approval by a single unanimous vote.