Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved several development plats, including The Garage Restaurant, Avenly Cottages, and Sac and Fox Housing Apartments. A significant discussion occurred regarding animal control, where the City Manager announced plans to transition from gas chamber euthanasia to lethal injection, citing a dramatic reduction in euthanasia numbers. The 2016 meeting schedule was approved, and a motion to cancel the January 4th meeting failed.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Agenda Approval
01:50The consent agenda, containing routine administrative matters, was approved.
2016 Meeting Schedule Approval
24:00The standard meeting schedule for the Commission and related authorities for 2016 was approved.
Cancellation of January 4th, 2016 City Commission Meeting
28:00A motion to cancel the January 4th, 2016 City Commission meeting failed, meaning the meeting will proceed as scheduled.
2015 Park System Assessment Approval
39:00The 2015 Park System Assessment and plan, including proposed changes and upgrades, was approved.
COCAA Oklahoma Transit Contract Approval
46:00The community service contract with Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency (COCAA) Oklahoma Transit for $160,000 was adopted.
Budget Amendment for COCAA Contract
48:00A budget amendment to disperse funds from the sales tax fund for the COCAA contract was approved.
Final Plat for The Garage Restaurant
52:00The final plat for The Garage Restaurant located at 190 Shawnee Mall Drive was approved with specified conditions.
Final Plat for Shawnee Auto Mall
53:00Consideration of the final plat for the Shawnee Auto Mall was deferred to the next month's Planning Commission meeting.
Preliminary Plat for Avenly Cottages of Shawnee
57:00The preliminary plat for the expansion of Avenly Cottages, an assisted living facility, was approved with five conditions.
Final Plat for Sac and Fox Housing Wiki Up Apartments
01:03:00The final plat for the Sac and Fox Housing Wiki Up Apartments was approved with six listed conditions, including the completion of a street right-of-way closure.
Executive Session Discussion Outcome (911 Fees)
01:10:00The City Manager was directed to continue negotiations with the Pottawatomie County 911 board regarding potential claims and litigation concerning 911 Wireless telephone fees.
Upcoming Community Events
Rally for no-kill animal shelter
6:30 PM at the Community Center on Park Avenue (804 South Park)
Sleep out for animals
8:00 PM at the gas pound on Independence Avenue
Christmas parade
Downtown Shawnee
Financial Matters
Community service contract with Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency (COCAA) Oklahoma Transit
Approval of a contract for transportation services for FY July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016, including back pay from July 1, 2015.
Animal Control Facility Budget
Discussion of the current animal control budget of $260,000 and a proposed non-profit management model at $160,000, potentially saving $100,000 annually.
Public Comments
Five citizens addressed the commission regarding animal control, advocating for a no-kill animal shelter and the immediate cessation of gassing animals. They presented a proposal for a non-profit managed shelter and announced upcoming community rallies. The City Manager provided an update on the city's progress, including plans to transition from gas chamber euthanasia to lethal injection and noted a significant reduction in euthanasia numbers over recent years.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Final plat for the Shawnee Auto Mall (deferred to the January 6th Planning Commission meeting)
Deadlines
- Election call by January 5th (for a potential March election)
Watch For
- Updates on the animal shelter's transition from gas chamber euthanasia to lethal injection (expected in early 2016)
- Opening of the sporting goods store at Shawnee Mall (expected in early February)
- Start of sidewalk construction in front of Sequoyah school (expected this week, weather permitting)
- Completion of lights on the Expo property trail
Announcements
- Detective Ronnie Wilson was recognized as Employee of the Month for December 2015 for his exceptional work in solving a major criminal case.
- Several city employees were recognized with Oklahoma Municipal League certificates for 25 or more years of service, including Mr. Stedman, Mr. Hill, Mr. Leathers, Mr. Laughlin, Mr. Taylor, Mr. King, Mr. Gibson, and Mr. Mangas.
- The Christmas parade held on December 3rd in downtown Shawnee was a significant success, drawing a large crowd and featuring excellent floats, with appreciation extended to Dell Curbs and Safe Events for Families for organizing the event.
Agenda Summary
Consider approval of the consent agenda
Approval of routine administrative matters.
Citizens participation
Opportunity for citizens to address the commission.
Presentation by City Manager to Employee of the Month Ronnie Wilson with the Police Department
Recognition of Detective Ronnie Wilson as Employee of the Month for December 2015.
Presentation of OML League Certificates
Recognition of city employees with 25 or more years of service.
Consider approval of Commission and related authorities meeting schedule for 2016
Review and approval of the meeting schedule for the upcoming year.
Discussion regarding cancelling January 4th 2016 City commission meeting
Discussion on whether to cancel the first city commission meeting of 2016.
Discussion and consideration for approval of the 2015 Park system in and assessment
Review and approval of the comprehensive park system assessment and plan.
Consider approval of community service contract Review Committee recommendation to approve the contract with Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency Oklahoma Transit in the amount of $160,000 for the fiscal year July 1 2015 through June 30th 2016 to be paid in monthly increments, COCAA to provide monthly financial statements, the review of the contract will be put back on the normal cycle of the contract Review Committee and with the first payment including the back pay from July 1 2015
Approval of a contract for transportation services with COCAA Oklahoma Transit.
Budget amendment
Approval of a budget amendment to disperse funds for the COCAA contract.
Consideration of approval of a final plat for The Garage Restaurant located at 190 Shawnee Mall Drive
Approval of the final plat for a new restaurant development.
Consideration approval of a final plat for the Shawnee Auto Mall located on Shawnee Mall Drive East of Union Street
Approval of the final plat for the Shawnee Auto Mall.
Consideration of approval of a preliminary plat for Avenly Cottages of Shawnee located at 789 Country Grove Drive
Approval of the preliminary plat for an expansion of an assisted living facility.
Consider approval of a final plat for the Sac and Fox Housing Wiki Up Apartments located on Highland and Kimberly
Approval of the final plat for the Sac and Fox Housing Wiki Up Apartments.
New business
Opportunity for new business items.
Commissioner's comments
Opportunity for commissioners to provide comments or updates.
Consider an executive session to discuss potential claims litigation or other options regarding emergency 911 Wireless telephone fees that were collected and not remitted to the city
Discussion of potential claims and litigation regarding 911 fees.
Consider matters discussed in executive session regarding potential claims litigation or other options regarding emergency 911 Wireless telephone fees that were collected and not remitted to the city
Consideration of actions following the executive session regarding 911 fees.