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June 13, 2017 City Commission Meeting

June 13, 2017 Shawnee, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Commission approved the adoption of the Shawnee Strategic Plan 2017-2022, which will guide decision-making for the next five years. They also approved a $10,000 matching grant from the Avitus Foundation for children's swimming lessons and accepted significant funding contributions for wayfinding signage from Visit Shawnee Inc. ($68,175) and the Junior Service League. Additionally, the commission voted to cancel the July 3rd meeting.

Key Decisions & Votes

Approval of Consent Agenda (excluding H4, H6)

01:15

The consent agenda was approved with items H4 and H6 being pulled for separate discussion.

Approved

Funding for Community Service Contract (Item H4)

02:50

The commission approved the funding request for a community service contract at the corrected amount of $66,000, up from the initially stated $60,000 due to an error in the request.

Approved

Deferral of Consent Agenda Item (Item H6)

03:00

Item H6 from the consent agenda was deferred until the next City Commission meeting.

Tabled

Remainder of Consent Agenda (under H)

03:20

The remaining items under the H section of the consent agenda were approved.

Approved

Adoption of Shawnee Strategic Plan 2017-2022

13:40

The City Commission adopted the Shawnee Strategic Plan, a guiding document for the city's mission, vision, core values, action plan, and a five-year capital improvement plan.

Adopted

Renewal of Motorola Credit Corporation Lease Agreement

14:50

A resolution was approved to renew the lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation for the city's trunked radio system for another year.

Approved

Renewal of AT&T Telephone Service Contract

16:00

A resolution was approved to renew the service agreement with AT&T Corporation for telephone services, transitioning from copper to a new fiber system.

Approved

Deferral of Clint Latham's Demolition Appeal

16:50

Clint Latham's appeal of an administrative order requiring demolition of a residential structure at 703 South Conger was deferred to the next meeting to allow the applicant to be present and discuss a submitted repair permit.

Tabled

Cancellation of July 3rd City Commission Meeting

18:00

The City Commission voted to cancel its regularly scheduled meeting on July 3rd, 2017, a common practice due to the fiscal year end and holiday period.

Approved

Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund Lump Sum Payment

18:30

A lump sum payment from the defined benefit plan for Rex Hendon from the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund was approved.

Approved

Correction to Plateauing Hills Edition Easement

19:40

A correction to the final Plateauing Hills Edition was approved, adjusting the location of a 20-foot utility easement by moving it 10 feet south to better fit a common area and allow more space for a residential structure.

Approved

Deferral of Item 14A (Bids)

20:00

Item 14A, concerning bids, was deferred to the June 19th meeting at staff's request.

Tabled

Award of Gateway and Park Signage Contract (Phase 1)

21:30

The base bid for the Gateway and Park Signage contract (Phase 1) was awarded to Randy Signs for $144,475, utilizing budgeted funds and contributions from Visit Shawnee Inc. and the Junior Service League.

Approved

Airport Authority Funding Request to Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission

27:30

A letter was approved requesting the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission to forward future federal dollars for FY 2018-19 to help fund the construction phase of the taxiway and apron area at Shawnee Regional Airport, reducing the city's cost.

Approved

Acceptance of FAA Grant for Airport Design

28:30

A resolution was approved to accept a grant agreement from the Federal Aviation Administration for the engineering design of a taxiway and apron area at the Shawnee Regional Airport.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

June 16th (Friday evening) and that weekend

Trailblazers / Trail Days

Kick-off with a Friday event on Main Street, community dinner around 6 o'clock.

Financial Matters

Community Service Contract (Item H4)

Correction to a funding request for a community service contract, increasing the approved amount from $60,000 to $66,000 due to an error in the original submission.

$66,000

Matching Grant for Swimming Lessons

A matching grant pledged by the Avitus Foundation for swimming lessons for children at Sonny's Flat, administered with the help of the Salvation Army for low-income families.

$10,000

Wayfinding Signage Sponsorship (Junior Service League)

The Junior Service League of Shawnee is sponsoring a gateway sign on Kickapoo Booster in honor of their 75th anniversary.

Wayfinding Signage Funding (Visit Shawnee Inc.)

Visit Shawnee Inc. provided a check as their portion of the funding for the city's wayfinding signage project.

$68,175

Gateway and Park Signage Contract (Randy Signs)

Awarded contract for Phase 1 of the wayfinding signage project, covering gateway and park signs.

$144,475

Motorola Credit Corporation Lease Renewal

Renewal of a lease agreement for the city's trunked radio system, representing the fourth annual payment on an 84-month agreement.

AT&T Telephone Service Contract Renewal

Renewal of a 36-month contract with AT&T for telephone services, transitioning the city's system from copper to fiber.

Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund Lump Sum Payment

Approval for a lump sum payment from the defined benefit plan for Rex Hendon.

Airport Authority Funding Request

Request to the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission to forward future federal dollars to cover a $150,000 shortfall for the construction phase of the taxiway and apron area at Shawnee Regional Airport.

$150,000

FAA Grant for Airport Design

Acceptance of a grant agreement from the Federal Aviation Administration for the engineering design of a taxiway and apron area at the Shawnee Regional Airport.

Public Comments

1 citizen spoke

One resident, Holly Gordon, spoke during citizens participation to announce upcoming 'Trailblazers' and 'Trail Days' community events downtown, including a Friday evening event on Main Street and a community dinner.

Community Events

Coming Up

Tabled

  • Item H6 (from consent agenda)
  • Clint Latham's appeal of administrative order requiring demolition of residential structure at 703 South Conger
  • Item 14A (bids)

Deadlines

  • July 19th: Budget hearing for fiscal year 2017-2018 budget adoption.

Watch For

  • Phase 2 of wayfinding signage (directional and trailblazer signs) expected in the fall.
  • Continued discussion on the Bryan Street interchange DOT funding.

Announcements

  • Corporal Carson was recognized for positive actions at the swimming pool.
  • The Shawnee High School parking lot is being totally redone, and the baseball field looks beautiful.
  • Contributions are being accepted for potential windscreens for the tennis courts at Shawnee High School.
  • Appreciation was expressed for Commissioner Shaw's detailed work on the strategic plan.
  • Thanks were extended to the Avitus Foundation for their continued support.
  • Appreciation was expressed for Carrie, the Aquatics Manager, for her vision for the swimming program.
  • Compliments were given to the city manager and city treasurer for fostering a positive vibe within city staff and the community.

Agenda Summary

Consent Agenda (excluding H4 and H6)

Approval of routine administrative items.

Approved

Discussion on Community Service Contract Review Committee

Discussion regarding the origination and formal approval of the Community Service Contract Review Committee, established by resolution approximately 20 years ago.

Information Only

Recommendation of $60,000 for Community Service Contract

Discussion and correction of a funding request for a community service contract, with the correct amount being $66,000 due to an error in the original submission.

Approved

Item H6 from Consent Agenda

A specific item from the consent agenda that was pulled for separate action.

Tabled

Remainder of Consent Agenda under H

Approval of the remaining items within the H section of the consent agenda after specific items were pulled.

Approved

Presentation by Michele Briggs, Avitus Foundation, regarding a matching grant for recreation

Presentation of a $10,000 matching grant from the Avitus Foundation for children's swimming lessons, with details on the program's benefits and administration.

Information Only

Presentation by Junior Service League of Shawnee regarding wayfinding sponsorship

Presentation by JSL announcing their sponsorship of a gateway sign on Kickapoo Booster in honor of their 75th anniversary.

Information Only

Presentation by Visit Shawnee Inc. regarding wayfinding signage funding

Presentation by Visit Shawnee Inc. offering $68,175 as their contribution to the city's wayfinding signage project.

Information Only

Public hearing for fiscal year 2017-2018 budget

Public hearing for the upcoming fiscal year budget, with a summary published and further discussion planned for July 19th. No public comments were received.

Information Only

Consideration of a resolution to adopt the Shawnee strategic plan

Discussion and vote on adopting the Shawnee Strategic Plan 2017-2022, a comprehensive document guiding the city's future decisions and capital improvements.

Adopted

Consider resolution approving renewal of certain lease agreement with Motorola Credit Corporation

Consideration of renewing an annual lease agreement for the city's trunked radio system, representing the fourth payment on an 84-month contract.

Approved

Consideration of possible action on a resolution renewing a contract with AT&T for telephone service

Consideration of renewing a 36-month contract with AT&T for telephone services, transitioning the city's system to fiber.

Approved

Discussion consideration possible action on Clint Latham's appeal of administrative order requiring demolition of the residential structure located at 703 South Conger

Discussion regarding an appeal of a demolition order, with a request to defer the item to the next meeting to allow the applicant to be present.

Tabled

Consideration of possible action to cancel the July 3rd 2017 City Commission meeting

Consideration of canceling the first City Commission meeting in July, a common practice due to the fiscal year end and holiday period.

Approved

Consider Oklahoma Municipal retirement fund lump sum payment from defined benefit plan for Rex Hendon

Consideration of approving a lump sum payment from the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund for Rex Hendon.

Approved

Consideration of approval for correction to the final Plateauing Hills edition adjusting the location of a 20-foot easement

Consideration of a minor correction to a final plat to adjust the location of a 20-foot utility easement to allow more space for a residential structure.

Approved

Consider bids

Consideration of bids for an unspecified project. Staff requested deferral.

Tabled

Gateway and park signage contract number COS PW 1605A

Consideration of awarding the base bid for Phase 1 of the city's wayfinding signage project, covering gateway and park signs, to Randy Signs.

Approved

Shawnee Airport Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of routine administrative items for the Airport Authority.

Approved

Consideration a possible action regarding funding request to the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission

Consideration of approving a letter requesting the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission to forward future federal dollars to cover a funding shortfall for the airport taxiway/apron construction.

Approved

Consider a resolution accepting the grant agreement contingent upon grant offer for for airport improvement program AIP project number 3-40-088-017-2017 from the Federal Aviation Administration at the Shawnee Regional Airport to design an engineer a taxiway apron area

Consideration of a resolution to accept a grant agreement from the FAA for the engineering design of a taxiway and apron area at the Shawnee Regional Airport.

Approved

Consider executive session to discuss annual evaluations of the city manager and city treasurer

Discussion of annual evaluations for the city manager and city treasurer in executive session.

No Action