Meeting Summary
The city council approved a new cable permit with Allegiance Communications and design services for the Airport Trail Expansion Project. They also temporarily suspended tap fee increases for further review and awarded a bid for a new pump tanker for the fire department. Discussions included the FY 2007-2008 budget and future recreational activities on Twin Lakes.
Key Decisions & Votes
Cable Permit with Allegiance Communications
30:07The city council approved the cable permit with Allegiance Communications, incorporating amendments to change the city representative from Mayor to City Manager and to add Fire Station #3 and the Public Works building to the list of cable connections.
Tourism Advisory Committee Membership
59:20Resolution #5996 was amended to replace the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center manager with a trust designee on the Tourism Advisory Committee, reflecting a change in the marketing director position.
Airport Trail Expansion Design Services
1:09:40An agreement was approved with Howard Fairbank Site Design for $41,000 for design services for the Airport Trail Expansion Project. This project, supported by a $250,000 grant and a $50,000 city match, includes ADA compliance, lighting, beautification, and extension to St. Gregory's.
Kaboo Run Addition Improvements
1:26:00The city council accepted the improvements for the Kaboo Run Addition and initiated the maintenance bonds, following inspections that confirmed compliance with regulations.
Building and Fire Code Work Session
1:33:00A work session was approved for June 25th to discuss updating building and fire codes, providing an educational overview for commissioners and seeking policy guidance.
Tap Fee Increases Suspension
1:35:50The city council temporarily suspended tap fee increases that were enacted on November 20, 2006. This suspension allows staff to conduct further research and gather stakeholder input on various fee types, with fees reverting to their previous levels.
Pump Tanker Bid Award
1:38:00The bid for a new pump tanker was awarded to Chief Fire and Safety Company for $274,800, with funding sourced entirely from County sales tax.
Financial Matters
Proposed Budget for FY 2007-2008
Public hearing held for the proposed budget, with several adjustments noted including fund balance restatements and removal of redundant pages. Final approval is scheduled for June 4th.
Airport Authority Funding
A transfer of $40,000 from the general fund and $25,000 from Economic Development was made to the Airport Authority to address a projected deficit and ensure compliance.
Kapoo 45th I40 Project
Rollover funds of $249,418 are allocated for decorative lighting and underground utility costs, which were considered an enhancement not covered by ODOT's 100% construction and utility relocation funding.
Tap Fee Increases
Temporarily suspended tap fee increases enacted in November 2006 to allow for further research and stakeholder input on various fee types. Fees will revert to previous levels.
Pump Tanker Bid Award
Bid awarded to Chief Fire and Safety Company for a new pump tanker, to be funded entirely by County sales tax.
Shawnee Twin Lake School Land Leases
Discussion regarding an increase of $60 per year per lot for 28 occupied lots, raising the annual lease from $600 to $660. The city acts as a pass-through for these fees.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Payment of Tort claim of Miss Lizzy's Home Rentals (deferred to June meeting).
- Unsubordinated commercial ground lease with Commissioners of the Land Office for North School and South School leases at Shawnee Twin Lake (deferred to second June meeting for further staff research).
Deadlines
- Final budget approval for FY 2007-2008 on June 4th.
- Final budget document to be submitted to the State by June 20th.
Watch For
- Work session on June 25th for updating building and fire codes.
- Potential public hearing on Twin Lakes recreation activities.
- Discussion on establishing a disposal unit at the Public Works facility for residents.
Announcements
- Scott Bhopper, Communication Systems Technician, was recognized as Employee of the Month.
- Bo Bullock of Knuckles Pub received an ADA award for renovations to his downtown facility.
- The Emergency Management Director provided an update on the community warning siren system, including plans for growl testing and decibel meter readings.
- A productive meeting was held with ODOT regarding the Bell and Ferrell interchange, with the city offering to build a traffic light pending community input on study times.
- Discussion was held regarding Twin Lakes recreation, including current restrictions, the impact of AOCA water, and plans for canal cleanup using community service workers.
Agenda Summary
1
Consider approval of agenda.
2
Consider approval of consent agenda.
4
City Manager presentation of employee of the month to Scott Bhopper, Communication Systems Technician.
5
Presentation by Jim Sims of ADA award to Bo Bullock of Knuckles Pub.
6
Public hearing concerning the adoption of the cable permit with Allegiance Communications.
8
Public hearing and consider proposed budget for FY 2007-2008.
9
Consider a resolution amending resolution number 5996 by replacing the manager of the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center with a trust design as a member on the tourism advisory committee.
10
Consider an agreement with Howard Fairbank Site Design Incorporated for Design Services for the Shawnee Airport Trail Expansion Project Extension project.
11
Consider payment of Tort claim of Miss Lizzy's Home Rentals to firm from 5/7/07.
12
Consider unsubordinated commercial ground lease with Commissioners of the Land Office for North School and South School leases at Shawnee Twin Lake.
13
Consider acceptance of Kaboo Run Addition improvements and placing maintenance bonds into effect.
14
Consider a work session in June for updating building and fire codes.
15
Consider temporarily suspending tap fee increases as set out in ordinance number 2289 NS.
16
Consider awarding bid for pump tanker eff R Us.
19
Considered an executive session to discuss pending litigation entitled city of Shawnee versus Hub.