Meeting Summary
The Moore City Council approved a comprehensive set of agreements and contracts, including a new seven-year software agreement for public safety dispatch and records management, multiple park maintenance and improvement projects, and renewals of various city insurance policies. The meeting also featured a proclamation honoring Mr. Charles Thompson for his service and a detailed presentation from the City Manager on the city's financial status and future capital projects.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket (City Council)
00:08:48Approval of routine administrative items A through F.
Sports Association Agreement (Youth Baseball)
00:10:02Approval of the sports association agreement for the 2026 Moore Youth Baseball Program at Buck Thomas Park.
Sports Association Agreement (Youth Girls Softball)
00:10:47Approval of the sports association agreement for the 2026 Moore Youth Girls Softball Program at Buck Thomas Park.
Sports Association Agreement (Football)
00:11:31Approval of the sports association agreement for the 2026 Moore Football Program at Buck Thomas Park.
Central Park Maintenance Yard Expansion
00:12:27Approval of a contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for the expansion of the Central Park Maintenance Yard.
Buck Thomas Park Maintenance Yard Expansion
00:14:09Approval of a contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for the expansion of the Buck Thomas Park maintenance yard.
Buck Thomas Park Guiding Plan
00:15:14Approval of a contract with Lodge Studio to prepare a guiding plan for Buck Thomas Park to assess amenities and identify future improvements.
Station Recreation Center Parking Design
00:16:14Approval of a contract with TAP Architecture to design proposed new parking areas at The Station Recreation Center.
Tyler Technologies CAD/RMS System
00:21:37Approval of a seven-year software as a service agreement with Tyler Technology, Inc. for a new Enterprise computer-aided dispatch and records management system for public safety.
Part-time Kennel Technicians
00:22:22Approval to add two part-time kennel technician positions to support extended animal shelter hours.
Fire Station Alerting System Equipment
00:24:05Authorization to purchase equipment for the US Digital Design G2 fire station alerting system project to resolve installation deficiencies.
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Bids
00:24:47Authorization for the fire department to solicit bids for the budgeted replacement of all self-contained breathing apparatus.
Firefighter Vehicle Surplus
00:26:02Declaration of one firefighter vehicle as surplus due to transmission issues and advanced age, authorizing its sale by auction.
Consent Docket (Public Works Authority)
00:26:58Approval of routine administrative items A through C for the Public Works Authority.
Belmore Lift Station Demolition & Sewer Line
00:28:33Approval of an agreement with Eagle Consultants, Inc. for engineering services related to the demolition of the Belmore lift station and construction of a gravity flow sewer line.
Excess Public Officials & Employment Practices Liability Policy
00:29:49Approval of the renewal of the excess public officials and employment practices liability policy with Richmond National Insurance Company.
Excess Workers Compensation Insurance Policy
00:31:11Approval of the renewal of the excess workers compensation insurance policy with Midwest Employers Casualty for a two-year term.
Property and Contents Insurance Policies
00:36:09Approval of various property and contents, excess flood, cyber liability, and physical damage insurance policies for city assets.
Water and Wastewater Systems Management Contract
00:38:00Approval of a 10-year contract with Viola Water North American Central LLC for the operation, maintenance, and management of the city's water and wastewater systems.
Consent Docket (Risk Management)
00:38:26Approval of routine administrative items A through B for the Risk Management meeting.
Consent Docket (Economic Development Authority)
00:39:05Approval of routine administrative item A for the Economic Development Authority meeting.
Financial Matters
Central Park Maintenance Yard Expansion
Contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for extending the maintenance yard at Central Park.
Buck Thomas Park Maintenance Yard Expansion
Contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for extending the maintenance yard at Buck Thomas Park, including covered parking.
Buck Thomas Park Guiding Plan
Contract with Lodge Studio to assess current amenities and establish long-term development strategies for Buck Thomas Park.
Station Recreation Center Parking Design
Contract with TAP Architecture to design new parking areas at The Station Recreation Center.
US Digital Design G2 Fire Station Alerting System Equipment
Purchase of equipment to resolve configuration and component deficiencies for the digital fire station alerting system.
Belmore Lift Station Demolition and Gravity Flow Sewer Line Engineering Services
Agreement with Eagle Consultants, Inc. for professional engineering services, including design and surveying, for the project.
Excess Public Officials and Employment Practices Liability Policy
Renewal premium for the liability policy with Richmond National Insurance Company.
Excess Workers Compensation Insurance Policy
Annual premium for a two-year term for the workers compensation policy with Midwest Employers Casualty.
Various Property and Contents Insurance Policies (Total Premium)
Combined premium for property and contents, excess property, excess flood, cyber liability, and physical damage insurance policies.
Public Comments
No citizens signed up to speak during the new business section of the city council meeting.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Three town hall meetings in January (26th, 27th, 28th) to discuss sales tax and city finances
- Future capital projects potentially arising from the Buck Thomas Park guiding plan
- Upcoming rounds of GO bond funding in the next two years
- Construction projects moving forward after the railroad underpass is complete
Announcements
- A proclamation was read recognizing Mr. Charles Thompson for his decades of selfless service as a former city council member, homebuilder, businessman, and philanthropist, presenting him with a key to the city.
- Council members extended holiday wishes for a Merry Christmas and a safe 2026 to all employees and citizens.
- The Police Department was commended for its 'Shop with a Cop' program and a coat drive for children.
- The Fire Department was recognized for its 'Santa Express' program, providing toys and clothing to families.
- Appreciation was expressed for the Parks and Recreation Department and others involved in organizing the Christmas Spectacular and Christmas Parade.
- The Public Works Department was thanked for efforts in street sweeping and cleaning sidewalks and gutters, demonstrating city pride.
- The City Manager provided a detailed update on the city's annual audit, budget availability online, sales tax breakdown, property tax distribution, status of construction projects, and GO bond repayment schedule, along with insights on the long-term impact of sales tax changes.
Agenda Summary
| Item | Description | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Item 2: Consent Docket | Approval of items A through F on the consent docket. | Approved |
| Item 3: Sports Association Agreement for 2026 Moore Youth Baseball Program | Consider approval of a sports association agreement for the 2026 Moore Youth Baseball Program held at Buck Thomas Park. | Approved |
| Item 4: Sports Association Agreement for 2026 Moore Youth Girls Softball Program | Consider approval of a sports association agreement for the 2026 Moore Youth Girls Softball Program held at Buck Thomas Park. | Approved |
| Item 5: Sports Association Agreement for 2026 Moore Football Program | Consider approval of a sports association agreement for the 2026 Moore Football Program held at Buck Thomas Park. | Approved |
| Item 6: Contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for Central Park Maintenance Yard Expansion | Consider approval of a contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for the expansion of Central Park Maintenance Yard at 700 South Broadway. | Approved |
| Item 7: Contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for Buck Thomas Park Maintenance Yard Expansion | Consider approval of a contract with Bullseye Fence Company, Inc. for the expansion of the park maintenance yard at Buck Thomas Park. | Approved |
| Item 8: Contract with Lodge Studio for Buck Thomas Park Guiding Plan | Consider approval of a contract with Lodge Studio to prepare a guiding plan for Buck Thomas Park. | Approved |
| Item 9: Contract with TAP Architecture to Design New Parking Areas at The Station Recreation Center | Consider approval of a contract with TAP Architecture to design proposed new parking areas at The Station Recreation Center located at 700 South Broadway. | Approved |
| Item 10: Seven-Year Software as Service Agreement with Tyler Technology, Inc. | Consider approval of a seven-year software as service agreement with Tyler Technology, Inc. for the purchase of Tyler Technologies Enterprise computer aided dispatch and records management system. | Approved |
| Item 11: Approval of Two Part-Time Kennel Technicians | Consider approval of two part-time kennel technicians for the animal shelter. | Approved |
| Item 12: Authorizing Purchase of Equipment for US Digital Design G2 Fire Station Alerting System Project | Consider authorizing the purchase of equipment for the US Digital Design G2 fire station alerting system project. | Approved |
| Item 13: Authorizing Fire Department to Solicit Bids for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus | Consider authorizing the fire department to solicit bids for the budgeted purchase to replace all self-contained breathing apparatus. | Approved |
| Item 14: Declaring Firefighter Vehicle Surplus and Authorizing Sale by Auction | Consider declaring one firefight vehicle more particularly described in exhibit A as surplus and authorized sell by auction. | Approved |
| Item 15: Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority) | Approval of items A through C on the consent docket for the Moore Public Works Authority. | Approved |
| Item 16: Agreement with Eagle Consultants, Inc. for Belmore Lift Station Demolition and Gravity Flow Sewer Line Project | Consider approval of an agreement with Eagle Consultants, Inc. for professional engineering services for the demolition and disposal of the Belmore lift station and construction of the Belmore gravity flow sewer line project. | Approved |
| Item 17: Excess Public Officials and Employment Practices Liability Policy | Approve an excess public officials and employment practices liability policy with Richmond National Insurance Company. | Approved |
| Item 18: Excess Workers Compensation Insurance Policy | Approve an excess workers compensation insurance policy with Midwest Employers Casualty. | Approved |
| Item 19: Property and Contents Insurance Policies | Consider approval of a property and contents insurance policy through OMAG, an excess property and contents insurance policy through Peach Tree, an excess flood insurance policy through Voyager Indemnity Insurance Company, cyber liability insurance through underwriters at Lloyds, and physical damage insurance for city vehicles through RLI. | Approved |
| Item 19.1: Contract with Viola Water North American Central LLC for Water and Wastewater Systems Management | Consider approval of a contract with Viola Water North American Central LLC for operation, maintenance, and management of the city's water and wastewater systems for a period of 10 years. | Approved |
| Item 20: Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management) | Approval of items A through B on the consent docket for the Moore Risk Management meeting. | Approved |
| Item 22: Consent Docket (Moore Economic Development Authority) | Approval of item A on the consent docket for the Moore Economic Development Authority meeting. | Approved |
| Item 23: New Business | Discussion of new business items, including citizen comments and items from city council trustees. | No Action |
| Item 24: Adjournment | Adjournment of the meeting. | Approved |