Meeting Summary
The city council approved several key items, including rezoning requests, a final plat, and a resolution for $8 million in student housing revenue notes for Oklahoma Baptist University. An ordinance modifying billboard regulations was also approved, and a new audit services contract was secured, saving the city $100,000 over three years. The meeting also included discussions on economic development, public safety, and community issues like homelessness and storm shelters.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezone property at 3930 North Kickapoo Street from R1 to C3
08:30This rezoning allows for automotive commercial and recreation use.
Approval of the final plat for Austin and Austin
09:50The final plat for the property in the 3800 block of North Harrison was approved with four conditions.
Resolution approving sale of Oklahoma Baptist University Authority Student Housing Revenue Note, Series 2012
30:00Approved the sale of $8 million in tax-exempt bonds for OBU student housing, with First United as the low bidder. The city is the ultimate beneficiary for tax status but not responsible for the debt.
Ordinance modifying Section 3-26 of the Shawnee Municipal Code regarding billboards
40:00The ordinance was accepted as presented, modifying billboard regulations including residential buffering, spacing, and allowing C3 zoning for billboards. The annual license requirement was removed.
Converting Supply Cabin Chassis to Wildland Firefighting Apparatus
42:30Approved the conversion of a supply cabin chassis to a wildland firefighting apparatus for the fire department, focusing on gas engines.
Upcoming Community Events
Aviation Campus Special Speaker (Commander John Herrington)
8:30 AM, Aviation Campus. First Native American to walk in space.
Trash Off Day
9 AM at Kid's Park. Dumpsters available for participants.
Financial Matters
Audit Services RFP
CP Professional Group was awarded the audit services contract, saving the city $100,000 over three years compared to the previous firm.
Oklahoma Baptist University Authority Student Housing Revenue Note
Resolution approved for the sale of tax-exempt bonds to fund OBU student housing.
Sales Tax Report
April 2012 sales tax receipts were up $6,000 from the previous year, totaling $1,533,000.
Community Warning Devices (Sirens)
Discussion about the cost of new and upgraded community warning devices.
Public Comments
A citizen spoke during the public comment period regarding billboards, advocating for more billboards, particularly south of I-40, to support local businesses and increase tax revenue, contrasting with the common negative perception.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Ordinance to rezone property at 43000 East Macarthur from A1 to C3 (P 08-12)
Watch For
- Joint meeting with City and County next Monday at the Expo to discuss the communication system
- Staff report on homelessness in approximately 90 days
- Changes to law regarding liability protection for storm shelters
- Future additions of community warning devices as the city grows
Announcements
- May 2012 was proclaimed as Community Action Month in Shawnee, recognizing the Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency's efforts.
- Melody Chancellor was recognized as Employee of the Month for her work at City Hall.
- The arbitration award for the Firefighters Union contract was presented, with the arbitrator finding in favor of the city's position, establishing the new contract.
Agenda Summary
Public Comment
A citizen commented on the billboard ordinance, advocating for more billboards to support local businesses.
Mayor's Proclamation Community Action month May 2012
Mayor Linda Peterson proclaimed May 2012 as Community Action Month, recognizing the Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency.
City Manager presentation of Employee of the Month to Melody Chancellor
Melody Chancellor, City Hall staff, was recognized as Employee of the Month.
Public hearing and considering ordinance to Rezone property located at 3930 North Kickapoo Street from R1 single family residential to C3 Automotive commercial and Recreation case number P 06-12 applicant Seminal Ice House LLC
Public hearing and consideration of rezoning property for automotive commercial and recreation use.
Public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone property located at 43000 East Macarthur from A1 agricultural to C3 Automotive commercial and Recreation case number P 08-12 applicant Langley management company LLC
Public hearing and consideration of rezoning property from agricultural to automotive commercial and recreation.
Consider approval of the final plat for Austin and Austin located in the 3800 block of North Harrison on the West Side case number 07-12 applicant Landies engineering LLC
Consideration of the final plat for Austin and Austin.
Presentation of Shawnee Economic Development Foundation annual report and funding request by Tim BF executive director
Presentation on SEDF's annual report, retail strategies, job creation, aerospace attraction, housing, and funding request.
Presentation by Finance director for a RFP for Audit Services
Presentation on the Request for Proposal for audit services, resulting in a new contract with CP Professional Group.
Consider resolution approving sale not to exceed $9 million of Oklahoma Baptist University Authority student housing Revenue note of Oklahoma Baptist University project Series 2012 and waving competitive bitting
Consideration of a resolution to approve the sale of revenue notes for OBU student housing.
Consider an modifying section 3-26 of the Shawnee municipal code from March 19th 2012 City commission
Consideration of an ordinance modifying billboard regulations in the municipal code.
Sales tax report received April 2012
Presentation of the April 2012 sales tax report, showing an increase.
Consider converting Supply cabin chassis to Wildland firefighting apparatus
Consideration of converting a supply cabin chassis into a wildland firefighting apparatus.
Presentation of Arbitration Award for Firefighters Union Contract
Presentation of the arbitration award regarding the Firefighters Union contract, with the arbitrator ruling in favor of the city.
Staff Reports
Staff provided updates on the Aviation Campus event, airport runway project, and Trash Off Day.
Commission comments
Commissioners discussed budget priorities, the communication system, homelessness, and tornado shelters.
Shawnee Municipal Authority meeting
The Shawnee Municipal Authority meeting was opened.
Shawnee Airport Authority meeting
The Shawnee Airport Authority meeting was opened.