Meeting Summary
The City Commission addressed several zoning requests, approving a fourplex development and an existing mobile home park, while denying a proposed alcohol sales establishment and a tattoo studio. Carl Holk was appointed as the new Ward 6 Commissioner. Significant financial commitments were made for airport improvements and culvert replacements, with further discussions on storm water drainage management and other infrastructure projects tabled for future meetings.
Key Decisions & Votes
Ward 6 Commissioner Appointment
1:07:00Carl Holk was appointed as the Ward 6 Commissioner to serve until the next municipal election, following an interview and discussion on the process.
Rezoning 2610 North Park
1:13:00Property at 2610 North Park was rezoned from C2 Suburban Office District to R3 Multifamily District to allow for the construction of a fourplex housing unit, intended for OBU students.
Rezoning 2524 North Harrison
1:25:00Property at 2524 North Harrison was rezoned to R3P Multifamily with a conditional use permit to allow for an existing mobile home park, with the condition of adding trees for landscaping along Harrison Street.
Rezoning 9 West Feral for Alcohol Sales
1:35:00A request to rezone property at 9 West Feral to allow for the sale of beer and alcohol for off-premise consumption was denied due to non-conformance with the Comprehensive Plan and Dunbar Heights Action Plan, and significant community protest regarding negative impacts on the residential area.
Rezoning 3922 North Kickapoo
1:40:00Property at 3922 North Kickapoo was rezoned from R1 Single Family Residential to C1 Neighborhood Commercial to allow for a software development office, aligning with the area's transition to commercial use.
Rezoning 722 North Harrison for Tattoo Studio
2:00:00A request to rezone property at 722 North Harrison to C3P Automotive Commercial and Recreation with a conditional use permit for a tattoo studio was denied after two votes, despite staff recommendation and the applicant's state licensing. The item is expected to be reconsidered at a future meeting.
Park Name Change
2:08:00A resolution was approved to change the name of Woodland Park to Woodland Veterans Park.
Edwards Whitaker Culvert Replacement Award
2:15:00The bid for Edwards Whitaker Culvert replacement was awarded to Westchester Development for $110,916, with funding to come from the $1.1 million street project fund, anticipating 75% FEMA reimbursement.
Upcoming Community Events
Shawnee Centennial Celebration
Various locations downtown, including Santa Fe Depot, Centennial Park, Main Street. Features dedications, art unveilings, parade, Statehood Ball, fireworks, and cultural performances.
Financial Matters
Engineering Services Contract for Airport Improvement Projects
Approval of a contract with LBR Incorporated for airport improvement projects, with 90% funded by FAA and 10% ($5,551) by the city from the Economic Development ending balance of the Airport Authority. Includes services for apron reconstruction, Geotech testing, field survey, and grant administration.
Edwards Whitaker Culvert Replacement
Awarded bid to Westchester Development for culvert replacement projects on Edwards and Whitaker Streets, to be funded from the $1.1 million street project fund, with an expected 75% reimbursement from FEMA.
Country Club Lift Station Rehab
Bids received for the Country Club lift station rehabilitation project. The lowest bid was $188,790, exceeding the $110,000 budget. Deferred to the October 1st meeting for further funding discussion.
West Tech Road Widening
One bid received from CGC LLC for West Tech Road widening, exceeding the $523,000 budget (100% funded by Kickapoo Nation). Deferred to October 15th to discuss with Kickapoo Nation representatives regarding funding or project modifications.
Public Comments
Citizens raised concerns about the city's unfulfilled promise to build sports facilities, delays in church construction permits and a request for an RV variance for volunteer builders, ongoing issues with Allied Waste trash collection, and severe, repeated residential flooding problems that have caused significant property damage.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Discussion regarding priorities relating to major city projects (deferred until Vice Mayor Peterson's return).
- Discussion regarding increasing funds allocated to Economic Development from the 7/8 Penny sales tax (deferred indefinitely).
- Amendment to ordinance number 2247 NS regarding sidewalks (deferred to October 1st meeting).
- Country Club lift station rehabilitation project (deferred to October 1st meeting).
- West Tech Road widening project (deferred to October 15th meeting).
Watch For
- Reconsideration of rezoning for tattoo studio at 722 North Harrison (October 1st meeting).
- Work session on Fire, Building, and Development Codes (next Monday night, 6:30 PM).
- Work session regarding storm water drainage management (October 22nd, 6:30 PM).
- Report on trash complaints and city actions with Allied Waste (next meeting).
Announcements
- September 21st and 22nd, 2007 declared as Shawnee Centennial Celebration, with numerous events planned.
- Rod Hopper presented a State of Oklahoma Centennial commemorative emu egg, featuring historical images and local buildings, to be displayed at the library or city hall.
- Certificates of appreciation were presented to retiring Airport Advisory Board members Jim Toole, West Maynard, and Terry Tulle for their service.
- September 23rd through 29th, 2007, was proclaimed City of Shawnee Employee Appreciation Week to recognize employees' dedication and service.
- Terry Cook, Safety Officer, was recognized as Employee of the Month for his 30+ years in safety and dedication to employee well-being.
Agenda Summary
1
Consider approval of agenda.
2
Consider approval of consent agenda.
3
Citizens participation.
4
Proclamations and presentations.
5
City manager's presentation of employee of the month to Terry Cook safety officer.
6
Consider conducting interview with applicant Carl Holk for Ward 6 commission seat.
7
Discuss and consider appointing Ward 6 Commissioner.
8
Public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone property at 2610 North Park from C2 Suburban Office to R3 Multifamily for a fourplex.
9
Public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone property at 2524 North Harrison from R3 Multifamily and C3 Automotive Commercial and Recreation to R3P Multifamily with a conditional use permit for a mobile home park.
10
Public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone property at 9 West Feral from C3 Automotive Commercial and Recreation to C3P Automotive Commercial and Recreation with a conditional use permit to allow for off-premise beer and alcohol sales.
11
Public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone property at 3922 North Kickapoo from R1 Single Family Residential to C1 Neighborhood Commercial for a software development office.
12
Public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone property at 722 North Harrison from C1 Neighborhood Commercial to C3P Automotive Commercial and Recreation with a conditional use permit to allow for a tattoo studio.
13
Consider approval of the final plat for Woodsong Garden Phase 2 located east of 45th between Harrison and Bryan.
14
Discussion regarding priorities relating to major city projects.
15
Consider approval of Engineering Services contract for airport Improvement projects at the Shawnee Regional Airport.
16
Discuss and consider increasing the percentage of funds allocated to Economic Development from the 7/8 Penny sales tax.
17
Consider amendment to ordinance number 2247 NS regarding sidewalks.
18
Approve a resolution changing the name of Woodland Park to Woodland Veterans Park.
19
Consider work session regarding storm water drainage management.
20a
Consider bids for Edwards Whitaker Culvert replacement award.
20b
Country Club lift rehab open.
20c
West Tech Road widening open.
21
New Business.
22
Administrative Reports.