Meeting Summary
The Moore City Council approved several key items, including a rezoning application for a paintless dent repair business and the final plat for The Well Church. A significant decision involved sustaining an appeal for a home-based doggy daycare, allowing it to continue operations without animal limits after finding no ordinance violations. The council also approved multiple grant-funded projects for public safety and infrastructure, and made personnel and financial adjustments for city services.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezoning Application RZ-1047
01:50Approved rezoning property at 2879 North Hillcrest Avenue from C3 General Commercial to C3P General Commercial, allowing for a paintless dent repair business.
Final Plat of The Well Church
07:00Approved the final plat for the development of The Well Church, contingent on the inclusion of a 10-foot wide multi-use trail along Eastern Avenue.
Appeal of Home Occupation Decision (Board to the Bone)
09:10The Council sustained an appeal against a Community Development Director's decision to limit a home-based doggy daycare to four animals, finding no violations of home occupation or animal control ordinances based on observed activity and neighbor testimony.
Donation of Surplus Bulletproof Vests
33:50Declared 22 bulletproof vests as surplus and authorized their donation to the Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police for use by smaller, rural agencies.
LED Lighting Upgrades Grant
39:30Approved a contract for $96,400 with Voss Lighting for LED lighting upgrades at the Public Safety Center and Buck Thomas Park tennis courts, fully funded by an Oklahoma Energy Efficiency Lighting Retrofit Program Grant.
Emergency Police Dispatch Protocol System
42:00Approved an agreement for $6,632 with Priority Dispatch Corp for implementing the Emergency Police Dispatch Protocol System, funded by a 911 Management Authority Grant, completing the protocol system for all three disciplines (medical, fire, police).
Support for OTA Access Oklahoma Program
46:30Adopted Resolution No. 10324, declaring support for the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority's Access Oklahoma program, which includes a $27 million sewer line relocation fully funded by the OTA.
Interim Public Works Director Services
56:00Approved an agreement with Dennis Bothel for interim part-time Public Works Director services at $1,500 per week.
Financial Matters
Handheld Portable Radios
Budgeted purchase of 11 handheld portable radios and associated licensing and accessories.
Fitness Equipment for Fire Stations
Budgeted purchase of two treadmills, benches, and dumbbells for fire stations.
LED Lighting Upgrades
Contract for LED lighting upgrades at the Public Safety Center and Buck Thomas Park, funded by a grant.
Emergency Police Dispatch Protocol System
Agreement for implementation of the emergency police dispatch protocol system, funded by a grant.
Sewer Line Relocation (OTA Project)
Relocation of a sewer line as part of the OTA Access Oklahoma program, fully funded by OTA.
Underground Vault and Storage Lease Amendment
Modified monthly lease rate from $0.29 to $0.31 per cubic foot for file storage, effective January 1, 2025.
Group Annuity Contract for Retirement Plans
Projected annual interest savings for participants due to a new group annuity contract for the city's 457b and 401a retirement plans.
Interim Public Works Director Services
Agreement for interim part-time Public Works Director services.
Delta Dental Plan Addendum
Modified administrative fee from $6.70 to $7.90 per subscriber per month, effective January 1, 2025.
Public Comments
Several citizens spoke in support of the 'Board to the Bone' home occupation, a doggy daycare business. Neighbors testified to the absence of noise, smells, or traffic congestion, and clients praised the quality of care provided to their dogs.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Search for a new full-time Public Works Director
Announcements
- Council members expressed gratitude to city staff for their work on holiday decorations and events, noting positive feedback from visitors.
Agenda Summary
| Item | Description | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Item 2: Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket items A through H. | Approved |
| Item 3: Consider rezoning application number RZ-1047 | Rezoning application for property located south of Cass Avenue and east of Shields Boulevard from C3 General Commercial District to C3P General Commercial District with permissive use for paintless dent repair, and approval of ordinance number 3125. | Approved |
| Item 4: Consider the final plat of The Well church | Final plat for The Well church located north of Southeast 34th Street and East of Eastern Avenue. | Approved |
| Item 5: Consider an appeal of a decision by the Community Development Director | Appeal regarding a home occupation doing business as Board to the Bone, limited to four total animals on the premises at any given time. | Appeal Sustained |
| Item 6: Consider declaring 22 bulletproof vests as surplus | Declaring 22 bulletproof vests as surplus and authorizing their donation to the Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police. | Approved |
| Item 7: Consider the budgeted purchase of 11 handheld portable radios | Budgeted purchase of 11 handheld portable radios and associated licensing and accessories from L3 Harris. | Approved |
| Item 8: Consider approval of a budgeted purchase of two treadmills, benches and dumbbells | Budgeted purchase of two treadmills, benches, and dumbbells from Core Health and Fitness. | Approved |
| Item 9: Consider approval of a contract with Voss electric company | Contract with Voss Electric Company for LED lighting upgrades to the Moore Public Safety Center and Tennis Courts at Buck Thomas Park using Oklahoma Energy Efficiency Lighting Retrofit Program Grant funds. | Approved |
| Item 10: Consider approval of an agreement in the amount of $6,632 with Medical Priority Consultants Inc. | Agreement for the implementation of the emergency police dispatch protocol system funded with 911 Management Authority Grant funds. | Approved |
| Item 11: Consider adopting resolution number 10324 | Adopting Resolution No. 10324 declaring support for the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority's (OTA) Access Oklahoma program to improve and construct Turnpike facilities in the vicinity of the City of Moore. | Adopted |
| Item 12: Consider approval of an amendment to the underground Vault and storage lease agreement | Amendment to the underground Vault and storage lease agreement modifying the monthly lease rate from 29 cents per cubic foot per month to 31 cents effective January 1st, 2025. | Approved |
| Item 13: Consider approval of a group annuity contract with Standard Insurance company | Approval of a group annuity contract with Standard Insurance company for Investment Services in its Apex Guaranteed Fixed Interest Fund for the city's 457b Deferred Compensation Plan and the 401a Retirement Plan. | Approved |
| Item 14: Consent Docket (Public Works Authority) | Approval of consent docket items A through D, with an amendment to change '157b Deferred Compensation Plan' to '457b Deferred Compensation Plan' in item 14b. | Approved |
| Item 15: Consider approving agreement with Dennis Bothel | Approving agreement with Dennis Bothel, an independent contractor, for interim part-time Public Works director services. | Approved |
| Item 16: Consider approval of an addendum to the Delta Dental plan | Approval of an addendum to the Delta Dental plan for the Oklahoma administrative service agreement modifying the administrative fee from $6.70 per subscriber per month to $7.90 effective January 1st, 2025. | Approved |
| Item 17: Consent Docket (Risk Management) | Approval of consent docket items A and B. | Approved |
| Item 18: New Business / Citizens Forum | Opportunity for citizens to speak on items not on the agenda, and for city council trustees to provide updates. | Information Only |
| Item 19: Adjournment | Adjournment of the meeting. | Approved |