Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a significant transfer of $1 million from the general fund to the reserve fund, moving closer to its $12 million goal. A key amendment was also approved for the Southeast 4th Street railroad underpass project, shifting approximately $6.5 million in costs from the city to ODOT, with construction bids opening soon. Additionally, a rezoning application was denied due to concerns about speculative development and neighborhood impact, while a citizen presented a proposal for an adaptive baseball field for special needs individuals.
Key Decisions & Votes
Red Ribbon Week Proclamation
02:00A proclamation declaring October 23rd through 31st, 2024, as Red Ribbon Week in the City of Moore, encouraging drug prevention education and directing the Southwest 34th Street Bridge to be lit with red lights.
Consent Docket (City Council)
03:30Items A through F on the City Council consent docket were approved.
Annual Actuarial Report Acceptance
21:00The annual Actuarial report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, from Select Actuarial Services was received and accepted. The report estimated outstanding liabilities at $2.1 million and projected $6.7 million in total claims for the current fiscal year.
Broadmore Heights Section 3 Final Plat
24:50The final plat for Broadmore Heights Section 3, consisting of 99 residential lots and common areas, was approved. This includes provisions for public utilities, drainage, and making a temporary fire access permanent.
Rezoning Application RZ1045
32:50A rezoning application from R2 (two-family dwelling) to C1 (office district) for a property north of Northwest 12th Street and East of Sunrise Drive was denied due to concerns about speculative development, the small building envelope, and potential impacts on the surrounding residential neighborhood.
ACOG Agreement Amendment
33:50Resolution number 8624, approving the May 30, 2024, amendment to the 1983 agreement creating the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG), was adopted to update the agreement.
Transfer to General Fund Reserve Account
35:00A transfer of $1 million from the general fund to the general fund reserve account was approved, bringing the reserve balance to approximately $6 million towards a goal of over $12 million.
Southeast 4th Street Railroad Underpass Project Agreement Amendment
38:50Amendment number one to Project Agreement 33025-4-5 between ODOT, BNSF Railway, and the City of Moore was approved. This amendment revises the cost-sharing for the Southeast 4th Street railroad underpass project, resulting in the city paying approximately $6.5 million less and ODOT paying $6.5 million more.
911 Grant Application Resolution
40:50Resolution number 9624 was adopted, authorizing the city to submit a grant application to the Oklahoma 911 Management Authority for $136,900 to implement an emergency police dispatch protocol system.
Municipal Court Constable Job Description
42:30A new job description for a part-time Municipal Court Constable position at the Public Safety Center was approved, with a pay rate of $50 per hour, to maintain safety and security.
Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority)
43:30Items A through C on the Moore Public Works Authority consent docket were approved.
Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management)
44:30Items A and B on the Moore Risk Management consent docket were approved.
Executive Session Action
54:00Following an executive session to discuss a pending claim, the Council approved a motion to proceed as directed.
Upcoming Community Events
Red Ribbon Week
City-wide drug prevention education activities; Southwest 34th Street Bridge to be lit with red lights.
Moore Courage League Baseball
Games played at Buck Thomas Park on Tuesday nights, starting around 6:00 PM. Serves 125-130 special needs participants.
Financial Matters
Transfer to General Fund Reserve Account
Approved transfer of $1 million from the general fund to the reserve fund, aiming for a $12M+ goal.
Southeast 4th Street Railroad Underpass Project Funding
Amendment to project agreement shifts approximately $6.5 million in construction costs from the City of Moore to ODOT, with BNSF paying zero.
911 Grant Application
Authorization to submit a grant application to the Oklahoma 911 Management Authority for funding to implement an emergency police dispatch protocol system.
Public Comments
Two citizens addressed the council. One proposed the city consider building an adaptive baseball field for special needs individuals, highlighting the current challenges at Buck Thomas Park and providing cost estimates. The other raised concerns about the Transportation Feasibility Study, specifically questioning federal funding sources tied to emissions reductions and environmental justice criteria, and the representativeness of the survey's random sampling population.
Coming Up
Watch For
- ODOT to open bids for the Southeast 4th Street railroad underpass project on Thursday, with construction expected to begin in early 2025.
- Potential future discussions regarding an adaptive baseball field for the Moore Courage League.
- Possible reapplication for rezoning RZ1045 with a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to address compatibility concerns.
Announcements
- Proclamation of October 23rd-31st, 2024, as Red Ribbon Week.
- Council members expressed appreciation to the city manager, staff, and employees for their efforts in building the city's financial reserves.
- ODOT is scheduled to let contracts for the 4th Street underpass project this Thursday, with construction anticipated to start in early 2025.
Agenda Summary
| Item | Description | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Item C: Proclamation declaring October 23rd through 31st, 2024, as Red Ribbon Week | Proclamation encouraging drug prevention education and directing the Southwest 34th Street Bridge to be lit with red lights. | Adopted |
| Item 2: Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket items A through F. | Approved |
| Item 3: Receive a report from Select Actuarial Services and accept the annual Actuarial report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024 | Presentation and acceptance of the annual actuarial report detailing outstanding liabilities and loss forecasts for various city programs. | Approved |
| Item 4: Consider the final plat of Broadmore Heights Section 3 | Consideration and approval of the final plat for a residential development including 99 lots and common areas. | Approved |
| Item 5: Consider rezoning application number RZ1045 | Application to rezone property from R2 (two-family dwelling) to C1 (office district). | Denied |
| Item 6: Consider adoption of resolution number 8624 approving the May 30th, 2024 Amendment to the 1983 amended agreement creating the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments ACOG | Adoption of a resolution to approve an amendment to the ACOG agreement. | Adopted |
| Item 7: Consider approving a transfer of $1 million from the general fund to the reserve fund | Approval of a financial transfer to bolster the city's general fund reserve account. | Approved |
| Item 8: Consider approval of amendment number one to project agreement 33025-4-5 between the Oklahoma Department of Transportation BNSF Railway company in the city of Moore for the southeast Fourth Street railroad underpass project | Approval of an amendment to the project agreement for the Southeast 4th Street railroad underpass, adjusting cost-sharing responsibilities. | Approved |
| Item 9: Consider adopting resolution number 9624 authorizing the city of Moore to submit a Grant application to the Oklahoma 911 Management Authority for the implementation of the emergency police dispatch protocol system | Adoption of a resolution to authorize a grant application for a 911 emergency police dispatch protocol system. | Adopted |
| Item 10: Consider approval of a new job description for part-time Municipal Court Constable at the public safety center and set a pay rate of $50 per hour in accordance with the budget approved by city council for fiscal year 2425 | Approval of a new part-time job description and pay rate for Municipal Court Constables. | Approved |
| Item 11: Consent Docket (Moore Public Works Authority) | Approval of consent docket items A through C for the Moore Public Works Authority. | Approved |
| Item 12: Consent Docket (Moore Risk Management) | Approval of consent docket items A and B for the Moore Risk Management meeting. | Approved |
| Item 13A: Citizens forum for items not on the agenda | Opportunity for citizens to address the council on topics not listed on the official agenda. | Information Only |
| Item 13B: Items from the city council or trustees | Council members' comments and recognitions. | Information Only |
| Item 13C: Items from city city or trust manager | City Manager's updates and announcements. | Information Only |
| Item 14: Executive session | Discussion regarding a pending claim by Jason Wadell on behalf of Josh STS against the City of Moore. | Approved |