Meeting Summary
The city council convened to address tornado recovery efforts, primarily focusing on debris removal. They opted to partner with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) for debris removal after issues with accessing a federal contract. Additionally, the council approved the city manager's authority to declare and dispose of city assets damaged by the storm as surplus. The fire department announced a waiver of burn fees for tornado debris, with specific guidelines.
Key Decisions & Votes
Emergency Debris Removal Strategy
02:00The city adopted a strategy to partner with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) for emergency debris removal, as accessing the federal Corps of Engineers contract proved problematic. ODOT will deploy significant resources to assist.
Disposal of Damaged City Assets
27:00The city council authorized the city manager to declare and dispose of city assets, including a damaged truck and boat, as surplus following the tornado. This authority extends to other items identified during the emergency proclamation.
Financial Matters
Waiver of Burn Fees
The Fire Department will waive normal fees for burning brush and vegetation debris resulting from the tornado, provided residents follow specific guidelines and obtain permits.
Damaged City Assets
City assets including a truck, boat, lake maintenance building, fishing docks, backhoe, and slope mower were damaged by the tornado. Insurance adjusters are assessing the damage.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Register with FEMA for storm damage assistance
- Hold off on further community donations for approximately one week
Watch For
- Special meeting to formalize guidelines for burn fee waivers
- Logistics meeting with ODOT at 1:30 PM to determine debris removal starting points
Announcements
- The Mayor emphasized patience and gratitude for staff efforts and community support during tornado recovery.
- The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is providing significant assistance with debris removal, deploying 50-75 trucks and personnel.
- FEMA has established an office at the Expo to assist residents with storm damage; residents are encouraged to register for a FEMA number.
- The Fire Department is waiving fees for burning tornado-related vegetation debris, with specific guidelines and contact numbers provided for permits.
- The community is currently saturated with donations; individuals and organizations are asked to hold off on further donations for approximately one week.
Agenda Summary
Resolution to access FEMA Corps of Engineer emergency debris removal contract through Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management
Discussion on accessing federal contracts for debris removal following the tornado.
Resolution authorizing the city manager to declare items Surplus and dispose of them
Discussion on granting the city manager authority to declare and dispose of city property damaged by the tornado as surplus.