Meeting Summary
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
09:40A 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.
OMRF Lump Sum Payment for Phyllis Loftus
12:50A motion was approved for a lump sum payment from the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund for Phyllis Loftus.
Motorola Credit Corporation Lease Renewal
13:45A resolution was approved to renew a lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation, previously deferred from a prior meeting.
Preliminary Plat for April Development LLC
15:00The 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.
Preliminary Plat for The Grove Retirement Homes
16:50The 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.
Rezone with Conditional Use Permit for Manufactured Home
20:40An 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.
Retention of Attorneys for Opioid Epidemic
30:40A resolution was approved to provide for the retention of attorneys to address the opioid epidemic.
Upcoming Community Events
Downtown Block Party
Across from the library, featuring Thunder drummers, dancers, Rumble, and a band.
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.
Resolution to provide retention of attorneys to address opioid epidemic
Approval of a resolution to retain attorneys to address the opioid epidemic.
Public Comments
Two citizens spoke about the Blue Zones project and community well-being initiatives, encouraging participation and dialogue regarding health, wellness, and 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Administrative report
Report on the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Grant application.
Shawnee Airport Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine administrative matters for the Airport Authority.
Shawnee Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine administrative matters for the Municipal Authority.
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.
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.
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.