Meeting Summary
The Shawnee City Commission meeting saw resolutions of appreciation for three outgoing commissioners, followed by the swearing-in of new commissioners and the appointment of a new Vice Mayor. A significant discussion and vote occurred regarding the cancellation of a municipal election for a de-annexation ordinance, which ultimately failed, meaning the election will proceed. The commission also approved an appeal for a condemned residential structure with conditions for repair.
Key Decisions & Votes
Approval of City Commission Minutes
01:10The minutes for the regular meeting were approved.
Approval of Shawnee Airport Authority Consent Agenda
01:40The consent agenda for the Shawnee Airport Authority was approved.
Approval of Shawnee Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
02:10The consent agenda for the Shawnee Municipal Authority was approved.
Resolution of Appreciation for Commissioner Pam Stevens
02:40A resolution expressing appreciation for Commissioner Pam Stevens's service was approved.
Resolution of Appreciation for Commissioner John Winninger
03:20A resolution expressing appreciation for Commissioner John Winninger's service was approved.
Resolution of Appreciation for Commissioner Steve Smith
03:50A resolution expressing appreciation for Commissioner Steve Smith's service was approved.
Appointment of Vice Mayor
17:00Commissioner James Herod was nominated and approved as the new Vice Mayor.
Approval of City Commission Agenda
17:40The agenda for the current City Commission meeting was approved.
Approval of City Commission Consent Agenda
18:20The consent agenda for the City Commission was approved.
Appeal of Demolition Order for 618 East Oakland
28:00Pamela Johnson's appeal of the administrative order requiring demolition of her residential structure at 618 East Oakland was approved, with the condition that a building permit be reissued within 30 days and work commence, allowing up to six months for rehabilitation.
Cancellation of Municipal Election for De-annexation Ordinance
39:00A resolution to cancel the municipal election for Ordinance No. 2549 NS, which amends the city charter regarding de-annexation, failed to pass. This means the election scheduled for November 4, 2014, will proceed.
OMRF Lump Sum Payment for Fred Couch
40:00The lump sum payment from the defined benefit plan and refund of contributions from the defined contribution plan for Fred Couch was approved.
Surplus and Donation of City Vehicles
41:00A resolution to surplus a 2001 Chevrolet pickup and a 1995 Chevrolet truck and donate them to the Shawnee Civic and Cultural Development Authority was approved.
Sanitary Sewer Rehab Project Bids
45:00Bids for the annual sanitary sewer rehabilitation project were opened and tabled to the next commission meeting to allow staff time for review and recommendation.
Financial Matters
Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund lump sum payment for Fred Couch
Approval of a lump sum payment from the defined benefit plan and refund of contributions from the defined contribution plan for Fred Couch.
Sanitary Sewer Rehab Project bids
Bids were opened for the annual sewer rehabilitation project, with amounts ranging from $2,942,000 to $695,000. The award was deferred to the next meeting for staff review.
Public Comments
Two citizens, Randy Hopkins and Pamela Johnson, spoke regarding the administrative order to demolish the residential structure at 618 East Oakland. They expressed concerns about the condemnation process, the impact on disabled family members, and the property's condition due to past sewer backups.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Agreement with Rintel Pump for extension of the water line.
- Award of bids for the sanitary sewer rehab project.
Deadlines
- Reissue building permit for 618 East Oakland within 30 days.
Watch For
- The municipal election for Ordinance No. 2549 NS (de-annexation) on November 4, 2014, will proceed as the resolution to cancel it failed.
Announcements
- Appreciation expressed to outgoing Commissioners Pam Stevens, John Winninger, and Steve Smith for their dedicated service.
- Welcome extended to new Commissioners Gary Vogel, Lisa Shaw, and Michael Dykstra.
- Recognition and appreciation given to Lowe's HERO program, Walmart, and K&J Construction for their donations and support to the Shawnee Police Department's gym and K9 training facilities.
- City Manager advised new Commissioners to provide a heads-up by Wednesday for any project updates or administrative reports they wish to have on the agenda.
Agenda Summary
Approval of minutes for the regular meeting
Consideration of approval for the minutes from the previous regular meeting.
Approval of the consent agenda (Shawnee Airport Authority)
Consideration of approval for the consent agenda items for the Shawnee Airport Authority.
Approval of the consent agenda (Shawnee Municipal Authority)
Consideration of approval for the consent agenda items for the Shawnee Municipal Authority.
Resolution of appreciation to Commissioner Pam Stevens
Consideration of a resolution expressing appreciation for Commissioner Pam Stevens for her service.
Resolution of appreciation to Commissioner John Winninger
Consideration of a resolution expressing appreciation for Commissioner John Winninger for his service.
Resolution of appreciation to Commissioner Steve Smith
Consideration of a resolution expressing appreciation for Commissioner Steve Smith for his service.
Swearing-in of new Commissioners
Swearing-in ceremony for Ward One Commissioner Gary Vogel, Ward Five Commissioner Lisa Shaw, and Ward Six Commissioner Michael Dykstra by Municipal Judge Robert Jones, including presentation of certificates of election.
Appointment of a Vice Mayor
Consideration of the appointment of a Vice Mayor for the City Commission.
Approval of the agenda
Consideration of approval for the meeting's agenda.
Approval of the consent agenda (City Commission)
Consideration of approval for the consent agenda items for the City Commission.
Commissioner's comments
Opportunity for commissioners to provide comments or updates.
Citizens participation
Opportunity for citizens to address the commission on any subject within a three-minute limit.
Presentation of appreciation to Lowe's HERO program, Walmart, and K&J Construction
Presentation recognizing donations of labor and materials for the police department gym and K9 training facilities.
Discussion, consideration, and possible action on Pamela Johnson's appeal of an administrative order requiring the demolition of the residential structure located at 618 East Oakland
Appeal of a condemnation order for a residential property, with staff report and discussion.
Discussion, consideration, and possible action on a resolution cancelling the municipal election putting to the voters of Shawnee ordinance number 2549 NS amending the charter of the City of Shawnee set for November the 4th, 2014, and notifying the Pottawatomie County Election Board of the cancellation
Discussion and vote on a resolution to cancel a special election concerning a de-annexation ordinance.
Consider Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund lump sum payment from defined benefit plan and refund of contributions from the defined contribution plan for Fred Couch
Consideration of approval for a lump sum retirement payment and refund of contributions for Fred Couch.
Consider a resolution to Surplus a 2001 Chevrolet pickup and a 1995 Chevrolet truck and donate to the Shawnee Civic and Cultural Development Authority
Consideration of a resolution to declare two city vehicles as surplus and donate them to the Shawnee Civic and Cultural Development Authority.
Discussion concerning possible action on agreement with Rintel Pump for extension of the water line
Discussion regarding an agreement for water line extension, with staff indicating they are not yet prepared.
Consider bids on the sanitary sewer rehab project
Consideration of bids received for the annual sanitary sewer rehabilitation project.