Meeting Summary
The City Council welcomed newly appointed Ward 3 member Sid Porter and recognized several individuals, including Police Chief Todd Gibson as Large Agency Chief of the Year. Key decisions included the adoption of a public transportation feasibility study, approval of a new Communications Officer Training Coordinator position, and significant agreements for the Southeast Fourth Street railroad underpass project. The council also approved right-of-way acquisition services for Broadway Avenue reconstruction and various budget supplements.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket Item C Strike
10:50Motion to strike the Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity contract from the consent docket was approved.
Remainder of Consent Docket
11:30The remaining items A through F (excluding C) of the consent docket were approved.
Moore Public Transportation Feasibility Study
44:00The final draft presentation of the public transportation feasibility study was adopted, with further research on grant opportunities and microtransit providers planned.
Communications Officer Training Coordinator Job Description
27:00A new job description for a Communications Officer Training Coordinator in the police department was approved and assigned to pay grade 111.
Veterans Memorial Park Trail Panels and ADA Benches
28:50Approval was granted for the replacement of cracked concrete walking trail panels and installation of ADA Compliant bench locations at Veterans Memorial Park by SilverStar Construction for $8,885.68.
Right-of-Way Acquisition Services for Broadway Avenue Reconstruction
34:00An agreement with Pinnacle Consulting Management Group Inc. for $346,500 for right-of-way acquisition services for Broadway Avenue and Eastern Avenue reconstruction projects was approved.
BNSF Railway and ODOT Construction and Maintenance Agreement (SE 4th Street Underpass)
37:00A construction and maintenance agreement with BNSF Railway company and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for the Southeast Fourth Street railroad underpass project, totaling $8,004,623 with ODOT contributing 50%, was approved.
BNSF Railway and ODOT Easement Agreement (SE 4th Street Underpass)
38:50An easement agreement with BNSF Railway company and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for the Southeast Fourth Street railroad underpass project, providing additional right-of-way at no cost, was approved.
Budget Supplements for FY 2024-2025
40:00Budget supplements for multiple funds, including the Moore Public Works Authority, to carry over prior year open purchase orders were approved.
Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket
45:40The consent docket items A through C for the Moore Public Works Authority meeting were approved.
Moore Risk Management Consent Docket
46:40The consent docket items A and B for the Moore Risk Management meeting were approved.
Moore Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
47:50The consent docket item A for the Moore Economic Development Authority meeting was approved.
Executive Session Action
50:00A motion to proceed as directed regarding a pending claim filed by Randall Pul on behalf of Corner Batty was approved following executive session.
Upcoming Community Events
Grillstock
Held at Buck Thomas Park, well-attended, plans for a bigger event next year.
Financial Matters
Veterans Memorial Park Trail Panels and ADA Benches
Cost for replacing cracked concrete walking trail panels and installing ADA Compliant bench locations.
Right-of-Way Acquisition Services (Pinnacle Consulting Management Group Inc.)
Agreement for right-of-way acquisition services for Broadway Avenue and Eastern Avenue reconstruction projects.
BNSF Railway and ODOT Construction and Maintenance Agreement (SE 4th Street Underpass)
Total cost for the construction and maintenance of the Southeast Fourth Street railroad underpass project, with ODOT agreeing to pay 50%.
Moore Public Transportation Feasibility Study Implementation
Estimated annual cost of approximately $180,000-$200,000 for the first five years of the microtransit pilot service, with potential local funding sources being explored.
Budget Supplements for FY 2024-2025
Annual budget amendment to carry over prior year open purchase orders for construction projects, multi-year purchases, and day-to-day operations.
Public Comments
Citizens raised concerns regarding the proximity of a major road expansion to residential property, questioned the accuracy of data and funding mechanisms for the public transportation study, and inquired about the timeline for a proposed chicken ordinance.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Contracts for the city's retirement plan recordkeeper change (expected in October)
- Ordinance regarding chickens (expected within the next couple of months)
- Construction start for the 4th Street and Bryant project (expected September 23rd)
- Further discussions and negotiations on funding for the public transportation feasibility study implementation.
Announcements
- Sid Porter was sworn in as the newly appointed Ward 3 City Council member.
- A proclamation was read designating September 17-23, 2024, as Constitution Week in the City of Moore.
- Sergeant Kent Dunbar received a Commendation Award from the Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police for his work on the drone program.
- Chief Todd Gibson was awarded the Large Agency Chief of the Year for 2024 by the Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police.
- Planning Commissioners Snow and the late Graham were recognized for 25 years of volunteer service to the city.
- The City Manager congratulated the Chamber of Commerce for a successful Grillstock event and thanked police and fire departments for their support.
Agenda Summary
| Item | Description | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Item C | Swearing in of newly appointed Ward 3 City Council member Sid Porter by Municipal Judge Blake Virgin. | Information Only |
| Item E | Proclamation of Constitution Week, September 17-23, 2024. | Information Only |
| Item F | Presentation of Large Agency Chief of the Year awarded to Chief Todd Gibson and Commendation awarded to Sergeant Kent Dunbar by the Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police. | Information Only |
| Planning Commissioners Recognition | Recognition of Commissioner Snow and the late Commissioner Graham for 25 years of service. | Information Only |
| Item 2 | Consent Docket, with a motion to strike item C (Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity contract) and then approve the remainder of items A through F. | Approved |
| Item 3 | Discuss and consider approval of the Moore Public Transportation Feasibility Study. | Adopted |
| Item 4 | Receive proposal from the city's retirement plan adviser, Steve Honan, regarding changing recordkeepers and hiring a third-party administrator. | Information Only |
| Item 5 | Consider approval of a new job description for Communications Officer Training Coordinator and assign it to pay grade 111. | Approved |
| Item 6 | Consider approval of budgeted replacement of cracked concrete walking trail panels and installation of ADA Compliant bench locations at Veterans Memorial Park by SilverStar construction. | Approved |
| Item 7 | Consider approving an agreement with Pinnacle Consulting Management Group Inc. for Right-of-Way acquisition services for Broadway Avenue and Eastern Avenue reconstruction projects. | Approved |
| Item 8 | Consider approval of construction and maintenance agreement between the BNSF Railway company and the City of Moore and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for construction and maintenance of a Southeast Fourth Street railroad underpass project. | Approved |
| Item 9 | Consider approval of easement agreement between BNSF Railway company in the city of Moore and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation regarding Southeast Fourth Street railroad underpass project. | Approved |
| Item 10 | Consider approval of budget supplements for FY 2024-2025 for multiple funds including Moore Public Works Authority to carry over prior year open purchase orders. | Approved |
| Item 11 (MPWA) | Consent Docket for the Moore Public Works Authority meeting, items A through C. | Approved |
| Moore Risk Management Consent Docket | Consent Docket for the Moore Risk Management meeting, items A and B. | Approved |
| Item 14 (MEDA) | Consent Docket for the Moore Economic Development Authority meeting, item A. | Approved |
| Item 15 | Citizen Comments on various topics, including the chicken ordinance and the 4th Street and Bryant project. | Information Only |
| Item 16 | Executive session to discuss a pending claim filed by Randall Pul on behalf of Corner Batty against the City of Moore. | Approved |
| Item 17 | Adjournment of the City Council meeting. | Approved |