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September 12, 2018 City Commission Meeting

September 12, 2018 Shawnee, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Commission approved a resolution to retain attorneys to address the opioid epidemic and several preliminary plats, including one for a retirement home development and another for a manufactured home. A preliminary plat for commercial development was denied due to unaddressed corrections. The meeting also featured a detailed presentation on the proposed Broadway Avenue Marquee Project, focusing on urban design improvements for safety and connectivity.

Key Decisions & Votes

Resolution of Appreciation for Ron Gwynn

09:40

A resolution was approved to express appreciation for Ron Gwynn's 18 years of loyal service to the City of Shawnee, recognizing his contributions from seasonal worker to plant operator.

Approved

OMRF Lump Sum Payment for Phyllis Loftus

12:50

A motion was approved for a lump sum payment from the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund for Phyllis Loftus.

Approved

Motorola Credit Corporation Lease Renewal

13:45

A resolution was approved to renew a lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation, previously deferred from a prior meeting.

Approved

Preliminary Plat for April Development LLC

15:00

The preliminary plat for April Development LLC, seeking to divide a 1-lot tract into 5 commercial lots on Shawnee Mall Drive, was denied due to the applicant's failure to make necessary corrections to the plan.

Denied

Preliminary Plat for The Grove Retirement Homes

16:50

The preliminary plat for The Grove Retirement Homes, proposing 150 retirement units on 20 acres at 3900 North Union Avenue, was approved subject to three staff-recommended conditions.

Approved

Rezone with Conditional Use Permit for Manufactured Home

20:40

An ordinance was approved to rezone property at 24 Post Office Lane from A-1 Rural Agricultural District to A-1 Rural Agricultural District with a conditional use permit, allowing for a manufactured home, subject to a condition regarding structure placement.

Approved

Retention of Attorneys for Opioid Epidemic

30:40

A resolution was approved to provide for the retention of attorneys to address the opioid epidemic.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

A week from this Friday

Downtown Block Party

Across from the library, featuring Thunder drummers, dancers, Rumble, and a band.

August 25th

Cops and Kids

Over 30 law enforcement agencies, vendors, food trucks, and inflatables for children.

Financial Matters

Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund lump sum payment for Phyllis Loftus

Approval of a lump sum payment from the defined benefit plan for Phyllis Loftus.

Renewal of lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation

Approval of a resolution to renew a lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation.

Edward Byrne Memorial Grant Application

Application for the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Grant, to be jointly applied for with the Sheriff's Office and shared. The eligible amount is $23,421.

$23,421

Resolution to provide retention of attorneys to address opioid epidemic

Approval of a resolution to retain attorneys to address the opioid epidemic.

Public Comments

2 citizens spoke

Two citizens spoke about the Blue Zones project and community well-being initiatives, encouraging participation and dialogue regarding health, wellness, and downtown development.

Blue Zones Project Community Well-being Downtown Development

Coming Up

Watch For

  • Well-being coalition presentation on August 20th
  • Future proposal and funding request for Broadway Avenue Marquee Project

Announcements

  • Ron Gwynn was recognized for over 18 years of service to the City of Shawnee, retiring effective August 1st, 2018.
  • Two new fire engines (aerial truck and pumper) have arrived, with an open house planned for when the weather cools.

Agenda Summary

Approve the consent agenda

Approval of routine administrative matters.

Approved

Presentations - Blue Zones project regarding Broadway Avenue marquee project

Presentation on proposed Broadway Avenue Marquee Project, including options for bike lanes, buffers, and a roundabout at Broadway and Independence, aimed at improving safety and connectivity.

Information Only

Consider a resolution of appreciation for Ron Gwynn for over 18 years of service to the City of Shawnee and presentation to Ron Gwynn

A resolution expressing appreciation to Ronald Gwynn for over 18 years of loyal service to the City of Shawnee.

Approved

Consider Oklahoma Municipal retirement fund lump sum payment from defined benefit plan for Phyllis Loftus

Approval of a lump sum payment from the defined benefit plan for Phyllis Loftus.

Approved

Consider resolution approving the renewal of certain lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation deferred from July 16th 2018 City Commission meeting

Approval of a resolution to renew a lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation.

Approved

Consideration of approval preliminary plat for April Development LLC located at Shawnee mall Drive east of the Burlington Northern Rail Road tracks case number s 0 418 applicants in in Jabal Inc

Request to divide a 1-lot tract into 5 commercial lots for commercial enterprise. Staff recommended denial due to unaddressed corrections.

Denied

Consideration approval preliminary plat for The Grove retirement homes located at 3900 North Union Avenue case number s 1018 applicant Crafton & Toll

Request to plat 20 acres for approximately 150 retirement home units. Approved with three staff conditions.

Approved

Public hearing in consideration of an ordinance to rezone with a conditional use permit for property located at 24 post office lane to allow for a manufactured home case P 13 18 applicant Julie Thompson

Request to rezone property to allow for a manufactured home after demolition of an existing structure. Approved with a condition regarding the path of travel for the new structure.

Approved

Administrative report

Report on the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Grant application.

Information Only

Shawnee Airport Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of routine administrative matters for the Airport Authority.

Approved

Shawnee Municipal Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of routine administrative matters for the Municipal Authority.

Approved

Consider an executive session to discuss potential claims litigation or other options regarding the retention of attorneys to address opioid epidemic as authorized by 25 OS Section 307 B 4

Discussion of potential claims litigation or other options regarding the retention of attorneys to address the opioid epidemic.

Approved

Consider matters discussed in executive session regarding to the retention of attorneys and address opioid epidemic as authorized by 25 OS 307 B fool

Consideration of matters discussed in executive session regarding the retention of attorneys to address the opioid epidemic.

No Action

Consideration of a resolution to provide retention of attorneys to address opioid epidemic

Approval of a resolution to retain attorneys to address the opioid epidemic.

Approved