Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved the consent agenda, deferring one item, and voted to reschedule the May 15th meeting to May 16th due to a high school graduation conflict. A bid for the City Sidewalk Project was awarded to MTZ Construction for $503,555, while bids for the Fire Station Number Two Rehab Project were deferred to the May 1st meeting. The meeting also included an introduction of the Shawnee Sister Cities delegation and a presentation on the Community Renewal's Neighbor to Neighbor Network.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Agenda Approval
01:40The consent agenda, excluding Item C, was approved by the commission.
Lake Lot Transfer Deferral
01:55Item C, a lake lot transfer, was deferred to the next meeting due to a delayed real estate closure.
Reschedule City Commission Meeting
11:40The May 15, 2017 City Commission meeting was rescheduled to May 16, 2017, to avoid conflict with a high school graduation.
City Sidewalk Project Bid Award
24:50The bid for the City Sidewalk Project was awarded to MTZ Construction, the lowest bidder, for $503,555.
Fire Station Number Two Rehab Project Bids
35:50Consideration of bids for the Fire Station Number Two Rehab Project was deferred to the May 1st meeting for a recommendation.
Upcoming Community Events
Friends of the Library Luncheon
11:30 AM, featuring best-selling Oklahoma author William Bernhardt.
Community Renewal Annual Banquet
Keynote speaker Robert E. Hall, author of 'This Land of Strangers'. RSVP by calling the Community Renewal office.
Kiwanis Pancake Day
To be held at the Expo, moved from the Municipal Auditorium.
Financial Matters
City Sidewalk Project, various locations, Contract Number COSPW-16-3
Awarded the bid for city sidewalk construction to MTZ Construction.
Fire Station Number Two Rehab Project bids
Five bids were received for the rehabilitation of Fire Station Number Two, with the lowest base bid from Jim Cooley Construction at $974,000. Bids were deferred for further review.
Public Comments
A representative from the Shawnee Public Library invited the commission and public to their annual Friends of the Library Luncheon.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Lake lot transfer (Item C) deferred to the next meeting.
- Fire Station Number Two Rehab Project bids deferred to the May 1st meeting.
Watch For
- A presentation by Vibe representatives on customer service concerns is expected on a future agenda.
Announcements
- The Shawnee 2017 Student Teacher Delegation for the exchange trip to Nikaho, Japan, was introduced. They will depart on July 31st and return on August 7th.
- Mayor Finley proclaimed April 9-15 as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, recognizing the critical role of telecommunicators.
- Community Renewal presented on their Neighbor to Neighbor Network, including plans for summer kids camps at the Municipal Auditorium and Dunbar Community Center, and the development of Friendship Houses in the Kickapoo Park and East Main/Bryan areas.
- City staff were recognized for their participation in the Big Brothers Big Sisters benefit tournament, winning for best fundraising and costumes.
- Carmike Theaters have converted to AMC, and customers will need to convert their rewards programs.
- Strategic planning efforts are underway by the Mayor, Commissioner, City Attorney, and Finance Officer.
- Thanks were extended to Steve Lynch for his prayers for the city and its leaders, with a suggestion to include tribal leaders.
- Pioneer Library was thanked for promoting worthwhile community events.
- Positive feedback was received regarding the city's direction and the performance of city staff.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda (excluding Item C)
Approval of routine administrative items, excluding the lake lot transfer.
Item C: Lake lot transfer
A lake lot transfer that was the subject of a real estate closure.
Citizen Participation
Opportunity for citizens to address the commission.
Introduction of the Shawnee 2017 Student Teacher Delegation
Introduction of delegates for the exchange trip to Nikaho, Japan.
Mayor Proclamation of National Public Safety Telecommunications Week
Proclamation recognizing the vital role of public safety telecommunicators.
Reschedule May 15, 2017 City Commission meeting to May 16, 2017
Discussion and action to change the date of a city commission meeting due to a conflict with high school graduation.
Presentation by Brandon Dyer, President of Community Renewal
Presentation on the Neighbor to Neighbor Network and upcoming activities and events by Community Renewal.
Consider bids for City Sidewalk Project, various locations, Contract Number COSPW-16-3
Review and action on bids received for the city sidewalk project.
Fire Station Number Two Rehab Project bids
Consideration of bids for the rehabilitation project of Fire Station Number Two.
Shawnee Airport Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine administrative items for the Airport Authority.
Shawnee Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine administrative items for the Municipal Authority.