Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several key measures, including an updated Citizen Participation Plan and an ordinance to amend the comprehensive plan, which now includes a clear process for changes and associated fees. Authorization was granted to negotiate with a firm for the design of the Santa Fe Depot roof replacement. Citizens provided updates on local development projects, United Way initiatives, and upcoming community events.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Agenda Approval
08:35The City Commission approved the consent agenda, which included routine administrative items.
Citizen Participation Plan Approval
12:00The City Commission approved the updated Citizen Participation Plan for the City of Shawnee and Community Development Office.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Ordinance
31:00The City Commission approved an ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Shawnee Municipal Code to create a new article for the comprehensive plan, establishing a clear amendment process with a simple majority vote and designating the City Commission as the final decision-maker.
Emergency Clause for Comprehensive Plan Ordinance
31:40The City Commission approved the emergency clause for the ordinance relating to the comprehensive plan amendment.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Fee Resolution
38:00The City Commission approved a resolution establishing a fee for filing an application to amend the comprehensive plan.
Santa Fe Historic Roof Project RFQ Award
43:00The City Commission authorized staff to begin negotiations with GH2 Preservation Architects for the design work of the Santa Fe Depot roof replacement project.
Upcoming Community Events
Halloweentown
2-6 PM at the Fred Humphreys Pavilion. Free admission, non-perishable food item donations encouraged for the community market.
Craft Show
At the Expo Center, coinciding with Halloweentown.
Flying Event
At the airport, coinciding with Halloweentown.
Animal Shelter Adoption Event
9-2 PM at Lowe's.
Financial Matters
Bank on Main and Broadway Project
A $9.5 to $10 million project to redevelop the bank building, including units, offices for COCA, transportation building, a store, and 12 houses. Expected to generate $200,000-$250,000 in sales tax turnover.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application Fee
A fee for filing an application to amend the comprehensive plan, covering processing, publication, mailing, and administrative staff time.
Santa Fe Historic Roof Project Design
Authorization to negotiate for professional architectural services to design the replacement of the Santa Fe Depot roof.
Public Comments
Three citizens provided updates and information. Mike Little discussed a $9.5-10 million redevelopment project for the bank on Main and Broadway. Miriam Bell from United Way of Pottawatomie County thanked the city for its support and highlighted partner agency work. Aaron Stevens from the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center thanked the community for supporting recent events and announced upcoming events like Halloweentown.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- November 11th: Decision on tax credits for the bank project on Main and Broadway.
Watch For
- Future contract for the construction phase of the Santa Fe Depot roof replacement, following the design work.
Announcements
- OBU State and Local Government class attended the meeting.
- The Pet of the Week, Kodiak, was adopted from the shelter.
- The Parks Department was commended for improved maintenance of city parks, including Boy Scout Park.
- The Street Department was recognized for work on Interstate Drive panels and other projects.
- Support for the mask mandate was expressed.
- The Shawnee Horse Sale at the Expo Center was a successful event.
Agenda Summary
Consider the approval of consent agenda
Approval of routine administrative items.
Pet of the week
Presentation of Kodiak, a dog available for adoption from the shelter.
Consider approval of Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) for the City of Shawnee and Community Development Office
Adoption of an updated plan required by HUD for community planning and development programs.
Consider an ordinance relating to the comprehensive plan amending Chapter 22 of Shawnee Municipal Code
Creation of a new article 7 providing for the creation and adoption of the comprehensive plan, including amendment procedures.
Consider a resolution of the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Shawnee, Oklahoma establishing a fee for the administrative fee for the filing of an application to amend a comprehensive plan pursuant to Chapter 22, Article 7 and providing for the re-adoption of the city fee schedule in whole
Establishment of a fee for applications to amend the comprehensive plan.
Consider bids requests for qualifications (RFQ) Santa Fe Historic Root Project RQ award
Authorization to begin negotiations with a firm for the design plan to replace the roof on the Santa Fe Depot.