Meeting Summary
The City Council meeting included the swearing-in of new council members for Wards 3, 5, and 7. Key appointments were made for Mayor Pro Tem and representatives to the Oklahoma Municipal League and Association of Central Oklahoma Governments. The council also adopted resolutions of appreciation for outgoing Councilmembers Allison Patron and Michael Nash, followed by farewell remarks from their colleagues.
Key Decisions & Votes
Mayor Pro Tem Nomination
03:40Councilmember Stephen Holman was unanimously nominated and approved as Mayor Pro Tem.
OML Board of Directors Representatives
04:20Mayor Clark was nominated as the representative and Councilmember Hall as the alternate representative for the Oklahoma Municipal League Board of Directors.
ACOG Board of Directors Representatives
04:55Mayor Clark was nominated as the representative and Councilmember Holman as the alternate representative for the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments Board of Directors.
City of Norman Retirement System Board of Trustees
05:30Councilmember Foreman was unanimously nominated and approved to serve on the Board of Trustees for the City of Norman Retirement System.
Appreciation for Allison Patron
06:00Resolution 2122-10 was adopted, extending appreciation to Allison Patron for her service as Ward 3 Councilmember from July 2, 2019, to July 6, 2021, recognizing her focus on equality, homelessness, affordable housing, and environmental accountability.
Appreciation for Michael Nash
08:35Resolution 2122-11 was adopted, extending appreciation to Michael Nash for his interim service as Ward 5 Councilmember from September 8, 2020, to July 6, 2021, commending his dedication to communication with constituents and research.
Financial Matters
Nomination to City of Norman Retirement System Board of Trustees
Councilmember Foreman was nominated and approved to serve on the Board of Trustees for the City of Norman Retirement System.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Councilmember Studly's swearing-in ceremony (moved to next Tuesday)
Watch For
- Council retreat and subsequent 'State of the City' address.
- Discussions regarding Ward 5 and Ward 7 boundary issues, particularly around Anne Brandon Boulevard, as it is a frequent topic for residents.
- Councilmember Holman may miss a meeting on the 28th of this month due to work.
Announcements
- Councilmember Studly's swearing-in is moved to next Tuesday due to illness.
- A reminder to spay and neuter pets was made by Michael Nash.
- Councilmember Peacock apologized for missing the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Mayor Clark announced an upcoming council retreat and a 'State of the City' address to follow, sharing future goals for Norman.
Agenda Summary
Administering Oaths of Office
Swearing-in ceremony for Councilmember-elect Kelly Lynn (Ward 3), Richard Tortorello (Ward 5), and Stephen Holman (Ward 7). Councilmember Studly's swearing-in was postponed due to illness.
Nomination of Councilmember Holman as Mayor Pro Tem
Motion to nominate Councilmember Stephen Holman to serve as Mayor Pro Tem.
Nomination of Oklahoma Municipal League Board of Directors Representatives
Motion to nominate Mayor Clark as representative and Councilmember Hall as alternate representative of the Oklahoma Municipal League Board of Directors.
Nomination of Association of Central Oklahoma Governments Board of Directors Representatives
Motion to nominate Mayor Clark as representative and Councilmember Holman as alternate representative of the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments Board of Directors.
Nomination to City of Norman Retirement System Board of Trustees
Motion to nominate Councilmember Foreman to serve on the Board of Trustees for the City of Norman Retirement System.
Resolution 2122-10 extending appreciation to Allison Patron
Resolution extending appreciation to Allison Patron for serving as Ward 3 Councilmember in Norman, Oklahoma.
Resolution 2122-11 extending appreciation to Michael Nash
Resolution extending appreciation to Michael Nash for serving as Ward 5 Councilmember in Norman, Oklahoma.