Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved Randall Wy as the new part-time municipal judge and honored Judge Robert H. Jones for 49 years of service by naming him Judge Emeritus and dedicating the courtroom in his honor. The commission also approved $25,000 for emergency mold remediation and repairs at Fire Station #2. A sales tax report indicated a 2.39% decrease from last year.
Key Decisions & Votes
Honoring Judge Robert H. Jones
11:00Resolution 6499 was unanimously approved, honoring Judge Robert H. Jones for 49 years of service as municipal judge, naming him Judge Emeritus, and designating the municipal courtroom as the 'Robert H. Jones Court'.
Fire Station #2 Emergency Repairs
31:50The commission authorized an expenditure of up to $25,000 for emergency mold remediation and repairs at Fire Station #2 on Bryan Street due to water infiltration and mold.
Municipal Judge Appointment
43:00Randall Wy was approved for the part-time position of municipal judge at a salary of $41,000 without benefits, with the appointee responsible for scheduling and compensating replacements for missed court dates.
Upcoming Community Events
50th Anniversary of Head Start
Proclaimed by Mayor David Peters, recognizing Crossroads Youth and Family Services' 12+ years of service in Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Seminole, and Comanche Counties, with sites on Union and Highland, West 7th Street, and McKinley in Shawnee.
Financial Matters
Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund Lump Sum Payment
Consideration and approval of a lump sum payment for Charles Huff's defined benefit plan.
Sales Tax Report (July)
Sales tax for July was down 2.39% from last year, totaling $1,477,000, a decrease of $35,334. State sales tax was down $12 million for the month.
Fire Station #2 Emergency Repairs
Authorization to expend up to $25,000 for necessary mold remediation and emergency repairs at Fire Station #2 due to water infiltration.
Public Comments
Representatives from Visit Shawnee Inc. provided an update on their activities, including a new marketing contract, the development of a Shawnee app set to launch around Labor Day, and their initiative to lead a rebranding campaign for the city and surrounding area.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Ordinance amending section 1251 of Shawnee Municipal Code relating to qualifications of the judge
Deadlines
- Bond issue payoff (December 2016)
Watch For
- Final draft of Parks Master Plan (August)
- Estimates for Expo Center roof repairs
Announcements
- Mayor David Peters proclaimed August 3, 2015, as the 50th anniversary of Head Start, recognizing the program's impact on children and families, particularly through Crossroads Youth and Family Services.
- A Commissioner mentioned visiting the library and being impressed with staff, budget management, new phone app development, and summer events.
- A Commissioner mentioned heading to Japan with Sister Cities.
- The Mayor highlighted the success and community benefit of the Boy Scout Park splash pad, noting high usage by children and families.
Agenda Summary
Consider going into executive session for the purpose of interviewing candidates for the position of municipal judge, consideration discussion of possible contract consideration and discussion regarding selection of the candidates.
Executive session authorized to discuss the employment and hiring of a municipal judge.
Consider approval of the consent agenda.
Routine approval of various administrative items.
Citizens participation.
Opportunity for citizens to address the commission on any matter. Visit Shawnee Inc. provided an update on tourism and branding initiatives.
Mayor's Proclamation.
Proclamation of August 3, 2015, as the 50th anniversary of Head Start.
Consideration of a resolution honoring Judge Robert H. Jones for his service, naming him Judge Emeritus and naming the courtroom in his honor.
Resolution 6499 was considered to recognize Judge Jones' 49 years of service and dedicate the municipal courtroom in his name.
Consider Oklahoma Municipal retirement fund lump sum payment for defined benefit plan for Charles Huff.
Approval of a routine retirement fund payment.
Public hearing and consideration of approving an ordinance to close to the public Kimberly Street located on block one and block two of the Sack and Fox Edition being a replat of lot 16 Remington Beard Edition.
Public hearing and discussion regarding closing Kimberly Street for the Housing Authority of the Sack and Fox, with staff recommending approval. A motion to table failed, and a subsequent motion to approve also failed.
Discussion consideration and possible action on an ordinance amending section 1251 of Shawnee Municipal Code relating to qualifications of the judge.
Discussion on amending the municipal code regarding judge qualifications.
Acknowledge a sales tax report received a July.
Review of the July sales tax report, showing a decrease from the previous year.
New Business (Fire Station #2 Emergency Repairs).
Authorization to expend up to $25,000 for mold remediation and emergency repairs at Fire Station #2 due to water infiltration.
Administrative Reports (Parks Master Plan Update).
Update on the Parks Master Plan, including preliminary findings from a community survey.
Commissioner's comments.
Commissioners shared various comments, including praise for the library and parks, concerns about leveraging negotiations, and upcoming travel.
Shawnee Airport Authority - Consider approval of the consent agenda.
Routine approval of Airport Authority administrative items.
Shawnee Airport Authority - Consider bids on the rotating Beacon automated weather observing system replacement and relocation and apron ligh.
Consideration of bids for airport infrastructure replacement, with a recommendation to award to the lowest bidder, Libra Electric.
Shawnee Municipal Authority - Consider approval of the consent agenda.
Routine approval of Municipal Authority administrative items.
Reconvene City Commission Meeting - Executive Session.
Executive session for interviewing municipal judge candidates, contract discussion, and selection.
Consideration and possible action on matters discussed in executive session.
Action taken to appoint Randall Wy as the new part-time municipal judge.