Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved several rezone requests for commercial and industrial development, including a new Boomerang restaurant and storage units. A resolution supporting State Question 764 for water infrastructure funding was adopted. The city's ISO fire rating improved significantly from 4/9 to 3/9, which is expected to positively impact insurance rates for citizens and businesses.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezone property at 400 West Macarthur (C1 to C3)
The commission approved the rezone request to facilitate the redevelopment of the commercial corner for a new Boomerang restaurant, aligning with the city's comprehensive plan.
Rezone property at 8331 North Harrison (A1 to I2)
The commission approved the rezone request for the property at 8331 North Harrison to light industrial, enabling the development of storage units and future industrial uses, consistent with surrounding land use.
Preliminary Plat for 8331 North Harrison
The preliminary plat for the 8331 North Harrison property was approved, with conditions addressing the flood plain and authorizing development of Phase One Lots 1, 3, and 4.
Rezone property at 906 East Independence (C1 to C3)
The rezone request was approved to facilitate the expansion of the existing O'Reilly Auto Part Store, matching existing and neighboring commercial zoning.
Preliminary Plat for Belmont Park Edition
The preliminary plat for Belmont Park Edition was approved, allowing for the development of 25 townhome-style multi-family units, including required sidewalks and right-of-way dedication for future road widening.
Final Plat for Belmont Park Edition
The final plat for Belmont Park Edition was approved, following the preliminary plat approval for the multi-family development.
Resolution in support of State Question 764
A resolution was adopted to support State Question 764, which aims to expand opportunities for municipal water and sewer systems to access low-interest revolving loan funds for infrastructure needs.
Upcoming Community Events
Family Promise Week
Recognizing the organization's efforts to help homeless families with children and pregnant women achieve self-sufficiency.
No Text While Driving Day
A day to raise awareness about the dangers of texting while driving.
Financial Matters
Sales Tax Report
Sales tax receipts for October 2012 were up $76,733 (5.86%) compared to last year, totaling almost $1.4 million. An additional $30,000 is expected from the tax-free weekend, bringing the total increase to over $105,000 for the month. Cumulative fiscal year revenues are still down about 1%, but overall revenues are above projected.
THM Analyzer Bid
Awarding the bid for a THM analyzer to Parker Hanahan Corporation.
Screw Pump Replacement Project
Awarding the screw pump replacement project at the North Side plant to Win Construction.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Rezone property at 3300 North Union from R1 to R3 (deferred to November commission meeting).
- Final plat for Shaunie Medical Center (deferred to November Planning Commission meeting).
- Bids and proposals to replace City Hall phone system (deferred to the second meeting in January).
Deadlines
- State Question 764 will be on the ballot in a couple of weeks.
Watch For
- Discussions regarding the 911 issue with newly elected county officials.
- The Pool Committee's selection of an architect for the new pool project.
- Potential changes to convenience fees for water bill payments, including online and credit card transactions.
Announcements
- Mr. Jim Pinkus is filling in for City Attorney Maryanne, who is ill.
- Proclamation for Family Promise Week, October 14-20, 2012, recognizing their support for homeless families with children.
- Proclamation for Tuesday, October 16th, as No Texting While Driving Day, raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving.
- Lisa Lass, Deputy City Clerk, was recognized as Employee of the Month for her outstanding work.
- The city's ISO fire rating has improved from 4/9 to 3/9, placing Shaunie among the top fire protection communities in Oklahoma and potentially lowering insurance rates for citizens and businesses.
Agenda Summary
Approval of the agenda
Consideration of the meeting agenda.
Approval of the consent agenda
Consideration of routine items grouped for efficiency.
Citizens participation
Opportunity for public comments.
Family Promise Week Proclamation
Proclamation recognizing Family Promise Week, October 14-20, 2012, highlighting their work with homeless families.
No Text While Driving Proclamation
Proclamation designating October 16th as No Texting While Driving Day, emphasizing safety concerns.
Employee of the Month Presentation
Recognition of Lisa Lass, Deputy City Clerk, as Employee of the Month.
Public Hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone property at 400 West Macarthur from C1 neighborhood to C3 Automotive commercial and Recreation (Case P14-12)
Request to rezone property to facilitate the redevelopment for a Boomerang restaurant.
Public Hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone property at 8331 North Harrison from A1 agriculture to I2 light industrial (Case P15-12)
Request to rezone property for the development of storage units and future light industrial uses.
Consideration of approval of preliminary plat for 8331 North Harrison (Case P15-12)
Preliminary plat approval for the property at 8331 North Harrison, related to the rezone request.
Public Hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone property at 3300 North Union from R1 residential single family dwelling to R3 multiple family dwelling (Case P16-12)
Request to rezone property for multiple family dwellings.
Public Hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone property at 906 East Independence from C1 neighborhood commercial to C3 Automotive commercial and Recreation (Case P17-12)
Request to rezone property to facilitate the expansion of the existing O'Reilly Auto Part Store.
Consideration of approval of the final plat for Shaunie Medical Center located at Keithley Road in MacArthur Street (Case S12-12)
Final plat approval for the Shaunie Medical Center.
Consideration of approval of preliminary plat for Belmont Park Edition located at Acme Road in MacArthur Street (Case S13-12)
Preliminary plat approval for the Belmont Park Edition, planning for 25 townhome-style multi-family units.
Consideration of approval of the final plat for Belmont Park Edition located at Acme Road in MacArthur Street (Case S14-12)
Final plat approval for the Belmont Park Edition.
Consider a resolution in support of passage of State question 764 addressing Oklahoma's water infrastructure needs
Resolution supporting State Question 764 to expand access to low-interest revolving loan funds for municipal water and sewer systems.
Acknowledge the sales tax report received October 2012
Review of the city's sales tax receipts for October 2012.
Consider bids and proposals to replace City Hall phone system
Review of proposals for a new City Hall phone system.
Shaunie Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Consideration of routine items for the Municipal Authority.
Shaunie Municipal Authority Consider bids for THM analyzer
Review and award of bids for a THM analyzer.
Shaunie Municipal Authority Replacement of the screw pumps
Award of contract for the screw pump replacement project at the North Side plant.
Shaunie Airport Authority Consent Agenda
Consideration of routine items for the Airport Authority.
Administrative reports (ISO rating)
Report on the improvement of the city's ISO fire rating.
Executive Session
Discussion of potential claims litigation or other options regarding encroachment into the city's utility service area.
Consideration and possible action on matters discussed in executive session
Potential action following executive session discussions.
Commissioners comments
Opportunity for commissioners to share comments and updates.