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City Commission Meeting

November 20, 2018 City Commission Meeting

November 20, 2018 Shawnee, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Commission approved the disposal of city surplus property and an agreement with Exhale Auction for its sale. They also established compensation for and approved a contract with Municipal Judge Nicholas C. Atwood, who was subsequently sworn into office. Additionally, the Commission approved a disability application for Marc Flores.

Key Decisions & Votes

Authorize disposal of surplus property

04:50

The Commission authorized the disposal of city property no longer needed and approved the disposal of any unsold items.

Approved

Approve agreement with Exhale Auction

05:30

An agreement was approved with Exhale Auction for the sale of city surplus property at an auction scheduled for November 24th at the Exposition Center.

Approved

Establish compensation for Municipal Judge

07:20

A resolution was adopted to establish and provide for the compensation of Municipal Judge Nicholas C. Atwood, pursuant to Article 2, Chapter 12, Section 12-28 of the Shawnee Municipal Code.

Adopted

Approve contract with Municipal Judge Nicholas C. Atwood

07:55

The contract with Municipal Judge Nicholas C. Atwood was approved, with an amendment to include a provision requiring an annual review.

Approved

Approve application for disability from Marc Flores

14:40

Following an executive session, the Commission approved the application for disability from Marc Flores.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

December 6th

Christmas Parade

Starts at 7 p.m., bands play at 6 p.m. Still accepting entries.

Financial Matters

Monthly Sales Tax and City Treasurer Report

Sales and use tax collections combined to $1.562 million in November. General sales taxes were up 1.2% year-to-date, while use taxes were down 1.6% (approximately $9,000).

Surplus Property Auction Costs

The auction company charges 10% for items under $1,000, with the buyer paying on items above $1,000.

Public Comments

1 citizen spoke

One citizen, Holly Gordon, praised the Shawnee Police Department for their excellent support and safety provisions during the downtown Christmas tree lighting and the inaugural 10-mile Santa bike ride, which involved 50 riders.

Police Department commendation Community event safety

Coming Up

Watch For

  • Christmas Parade on December 6th at 7 p.m. (bands at 6 p.m.), still accepting entries.

Announcements

  • Lieutenant Tony Pac was recognized as the department's Firefighter of the Year.
  • Captain Roy Reese was recognized as the NuStar Firefighter of the Year.
  • The Christmas tree lighting and the first-ever 10-mile Santa bike ride downtown were successful events.
  • Congratulations were extended to Judge Atwood on his appointment.

Agenda Summary

Authorize disposal of surplus property

Discussion and possible action to authorize the disposal of city property no longer needed, including authorization to dispose of unsold items.

Approved

Approve agreement with Exhale Auction

Discussion and possible action to approve an agreement with Exhale Auction for the sale of city surplus property.

Approved

Monthly Sales Tax and City Treasurer Report

Presentation of the monthly sales tax and city treasurer report.

Information Only

Resolution for Municipal Judge Compensation

Discussion and possible approval of a resolution establishing and providing for the compensation of Municipal Judge Nicholas C. Atwood.

Adopted

Contract with Municipal Judge Nicholas C. Atwood

Consideration of a contract with Municipal Judge Nicholas C. Atwood, with a proposed amendment for an annual review.

Approved

Swearing-in of Nicholas C. Atwood as Municipal Judge

Official swearing-in ceremony for Nicholas C. Atwood as Municipal Judge.

No Action

New Business

Opportunity for commissioners to introduce new business items.

No Action

Commissioners Comments

Opportunity for commissioners to provide comments.

Information Only

Shawnee Airport Authority Consent Agenda

Consideration of a motion to approve the consent agenda for the Shawnee Airport Authority.

Approved

Shawnee Municipal Authority Consent Agenda

Consideration of a motion to approve the consent agenda for the Shawnee Municipal Authority.

Approved

Executive Session for Mark Flores Employment

Discussion related to the employment of Mark Flores in accordance with 25 OS 307 b1.

Approved

Executive Session for Interim City Manager Employment

Discussion related to the employment of an interim city manager in accordance with 25 OS 307 b1.

Approved

Matters discussed in executive session (Mark Flores disability)

Consideration of matters discussed in executive session related to the approval of employment of Mark Flores.

Approved

Item 17

Unspecified agenda item.

No Action

Adjournment

Meeting adjournment.

No Action