Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved an ordinance to place a 0.5% temporary sales tax on the June 26, 2018 ballot for capital improvement projects, including police, fire, emergency management, roads, streets, public parks, and facilities. They also approved a conditional use permit for a flea market on Kickapoo Avenue with specific conditions and denied a high-density residential rezoning request on Highland Street due to conflicts with existing covenants and city codes.
Key Decisions & Votes
Shawnee Beautification Committee Name Change
04:40The City Commission approved changing the name of the Shawnee Beautification Committee to the Shawnee Community Beautification Committee.
Highland Street Rezoning Request (PA 118)
10:25A request to rezone property on Highland Street from R1 single-family residential to PUD for high-density residential development was denied due to conflicts with existing covenants and city codes.
Kickapoo Avenue Flea Market Conditional Use Permit (PO 318)
20:15A conditional use permit for a flea market at 7109 North Kickapoo Avenue was approved with 12 specific conditions, including operational restrictions and site requirements.
0.5% Temporary Sales Tax Ordinance
36:00An ordinance to impose a 0.5% temporary sales tax for capital expenditures, with specific allocations for police, fire, emergency management, roads, streets, public parks, and facilities, was approved to be put to a public vote.
Special Election Authorization for Sales Tax
37:40An ordinance authorizing a special election on June 26, 2018, for the 0.5% sales tax proposition was approved.
Capital Improvement Project List Adoption
39:40The City Commission approved a non-binding Capital Improvement Project list, outlining the intended use of funds from the potential sales tax.
City Fee Schedule Update (Water and Sewer Rates)
44:50A resolution updating the city fee schedule to clarify water and sanitary sewer rates for residential and commercial use was approved, without increasing current rates.
North Airport Property Lease Termination
49:45The Shawnee Airport Authority approved the termination of an existing lease for hay collection on the north airport property due to the lessee's non-participation and arrears.
Upcoming Community Events
Senior Stroll
In conjunction with Health Week, open to all, featuring dogs to pet and water stations. A one-mile walk from the Senior Center, starting at 5 PM.
Financial Matters
0.5% Temporary Sales Tax
Proposed sales tax for capital expenditures, with allocations of 0.125% for police, fire, emergency management; 0.125% for road and street projects; and 0.25% for public parks and public facility capital expenditures. This is a 10-year temporary tax.
Water and Sanitary Sewer Rates
Resolution to clarify existing water and sanitary sewer rates in the city fee schedule; no rate increase at this time.
Public Comments
During the public hearing for the flea market conditional use permit, one citizen spoke in favor, outlining plans for the site, while another spoke in opposition, raising concerns about increased traffic, potential for trash, impact on property values, and the overall appearance of the proposed development. Additionally, a representative from the Shawnee Senior Center announced an upcoming community event.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Future water and wastewater rate increases are expected to be brought forward in Summer or Fall of 2018.
- The new Visit Shawnee website is scheduled to launch on April 3rd.
- Comprehensive Plan stakeholder and general public meetings are anticipated in June.
Announcements
- Michael Johnson was recognized as Employee of the Month for his outstanding work in the Parks Department.
- A proclamation was read declaring April 4th to April 18th, 2018, as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week.
- A proclamation was read declaring April 2018 as Fair Housing Month.
- Visit Shawnee presented its 2017 achievements and 2018 goals, including a new website launch and hospitality training program.
- Commissioner Rutherford reminded the public about a pancake flipping event at the Expo.
- Commissioner Shaw noted progress on the Broadway sidewalk and Fire Department building, thanked downtown businesses and the Senior Center, and encouraged communication with state legislators regarding teacher needs.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine administrative items.
Citizens Participation
Opportunity for citizens to address the Commission on non-public hearing items.
Presentation by the City Manager to Employee of the Month Michael Johnson
Recognition of Michael Johnson from the Parks Department as Employee of the Month.
Approve an ordinance amending ordinance number 2606 NS changing the name of the Shawnee Beautification Committee to the Shawnee Community Beautification Committee
Change the name of the Beautification Committee to better reflect community involvement.
Adopt emergency clause for ordinance changing Beautification Committee name
Adoption of an emergency clause for the name change ordinance.
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone property located east of the intersection of Highland Street and Bryan Avenue from R1 single-family residential district to PUD Planned Unit Development (Case number PA 118)
Request to rezone a property for higher density residential development, proposing 16 lots on two acres.
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone property located at 7109 North Kickapoo Avenue from A1 rural agricultural district to A1 rural agricultural district with a conditional use permit (Case number PO 318)
Request for a conditional use permit to allow a flea market type use on a 157-acre property.
Consider and take action with respect to an ordinance of the city of Shawnee, Oklahoma relating to the imposition of the city excise tax (sales tax) of one-half of 1%
Ordinance to impose a temporary 0.5% sales tax for capital expenditures, to be presented to voters.
Consider and take action with respect to an ordinance authorizing the calling and holding of a special election on June 26, 2018, for the 0.5% sales tax proposition
Ordinance to authorize a special election for the proposed 0.5% sales tax.
Adopt emergency clause for ordinance authorizing special election
Adoption of an emergency clause for the special election ordinance.
Discussion and consideration of capital improvement project list
Review and approval of a non-binding list of capital improvement projects intended to be funded by the proposed sales tax.
Consider a resolution updating the city fee schedule by setting water rates for residential and commercial use and sanitary sewer rates
Resolution to clarify and update the city's water and sanitary sewer rates in the fee schedule without increasing current rates.
New business (City Commission)
Opportunity to introduce new items for discussion.
Consent Agenda (Shawnee Airport Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for the Airport Authority.
Discussion, consideration, possible action concerning the north airport property regarding termination of existing lease
Consideration of terminating a lease for hay collection on airport property due to non-compliance and arrears.
New business (Shawnee Airport Authority)
Opportunity to introduce new items for discussion for the Airport Authority.
Consent Agenda (Shawnee Municipal Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for the Municipal Authority.
New business (Shawnee Municipal Authority)
Opportunity to introduce new items for discussion for the Municipal Authority.
Consideration and possible action to enter into executive session for discussing City of Shawnee vs. Modern Oil
Discussion of pending litigation in executive session.
Consideration and possible action to enter into executive session for confidential communications with legal counsel regarding a pending claim
Confidential communication with legal counsel regarding a pending claim in executive session.