Meeting Summary
The Moore City Council convened on September 3, 2024, approving several key items including the purchase of a 3D forensic laser scanning system for the police department and authorizing a request for proposal for a joint Public Safety Training Center. Significant financial approvals were made for utility relocation, sanitation poly carts, and a bridge reconstruction project. The council also received updates on community initiatives, recognized a long-serving Parks Board member, and addressed legal matters and a vacant council seat in executive session.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket (City Council)
02:00Approved routine administrative items A through C for the City Council.
Police Department Laser Scanning System
02:00Authorized the police department to purchase a Trimble X7 3D forensic laser scanning system with associated software and training for $44,625.50 after trade-in.
Public Safety Training Center RFP
02:00Authorized staff to solicit a Request for Proposal for the design concept renderings and program of a joint Public Safety Training Center for police and fire departments.
Norman Regional Hospital Authority Dispatch Services
02:00Approved a standard yearly renewal agreement with Norman Regional Hospital Authority (doing business as EMSSTAT) for the city to provide dispatching services for emergency medical calls.
Miranda Family Lights Contract Renewal
02:00Approved a one-year renewal of a contract with Nexttech for $222,400 for the design and implementation of the seasonal Christmas light show at The Station in Central Park.
SW 34th Street Widening Design Services Amendment
02:00Approved Amendment Number Three to the agreement with C.H. Guernsey and Company for additional design services for the Southwest 34th Street widening and reconstruction project, totaling $47,802, primarily for a study of existing water lines.
State Opioid Abatement Board Agreement
02:00Approved an agreement with the State of Oklahoma and the State Opioid Abatement Board to receive annual payments under the Distributors settlement agreement.
Oklahoma Gas Gathering LLC Utility Relocation
02:00Approved a utility relocation agreement not to exceed $292,718.40 with Oklahoma Gas Gathering LLC for the relocation of two casing vents for a 6-inch gas line crossing Telephone Road at Southwest 27th Street.
Sunny Lane Bridge Resolution Correction
02:00Approved Resolution Number 9524, correcting Resolution Number 8724, to reflect the accurate total grant fund amount of $2,973,110 for the reconstruction of the South Sunny Lane Bridge project.
Consent Docket (Public Works Authority)
02:00Approved consent docket items A and B for the Moore Public Works Authority.
Sanitation Poly Carts Purchase
02:00Approved a budgeted purchase of 1,449 sanitation poly carts from Sierra Container Group for $85,500 to replace old carts and supply new accounts.
Consent Docket (Risk Management Meeting)
02:00Approved consent docket items A and B for the Moore Risk Management Meeting.
Executive Session Item A (Legal Case)
02:00Motion to proceed as directed regarding pending case number CJ-223-1199 against the City of Moore.
Executive Session Item B (Legal Case)
02:00Motion to proceed as directed regarding pending case number CJ in Cleveland County by Kimberly Gilland against the City of Moore.
Executive Session Item C (Ward 3 Vacancy)
02:00Motion to proceed as directed regarding the acceptance, discussion, and potential appointment to fill the vacant Ward 3 seat on the city council.
Financial Matters
Trimble X7 3D forensic laser scanning system
Purchase for the police department after trade-in of existing system.
Nexttech Christmas light show contract renewal
One-year renewal for design and implementation of the seasonal Christmas light show.
C.H. Guernsey and Company design services amendment
Additional design services for the Southwest 34th Street widening and reconstruction project, specifically for a pipeline study.
Oklahoma Gas Gathering LLC utility relocation
Relocation of two casing vents for a 6-inch gas line crossing Telephone Road at Southwest 27th Street.
South Sunny Lane Bridge Reconstruction Project
Corrected total grant fund amount for the bridge reconstruction project, with the city responsible for 20%.
Sanitation poly carts purchase
Purchase of 1,449 poly carts from Sierra Container Group for new accounts and replacements.
Public Comments
No citizens signed up to speak during the Citizens Forum.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Cleveland Heights residents have until the end of February to move out from improved properties.
Watch For
- A plan for the use of opioid abatement funds will be brought to council.
- Acquisition of the final improved structure in Cleveland Heights.
- Appointment of a selected applicant to fill the vacant Ward 3 city council seat.
Announcements
- Congratulations to Jason Blair for his win in House District 53.
- Thanks to Representative Mark McBride for his 12 years of service and efforts to protect the city's interests.
- Update on big trash pickup: still one week out.
- Moore Urban Renewal Authority reached a settlement agreement with Mike Galler for improved properties on Cleveland Heights, with relocation packages available for residents.
- Acknowledgement of the passing of Mr. Vickers, a long-serving member of the Parks Board since 1993 or 1994, and expression of sympathies to his family.
Agenda Summary
| Item | Description | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Item 2: Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket items A through C. | Approved |
| Item 3: Police Department Laser Scanning System Purchase | Consider authorizing the police department to purchase one budgeted Trimble X7 3D forensic laser scanning system with associated software and training packages from Allterra Central in the amount of $44,625.50 after trade-in. | Approved |
| Item 4: Public Safety Training Center Request for Proposal | Consider authorizing staff to solicit a Request for Proposal regarding the design concept renderings and program of a joint Public Safety Training Center. | Approved |
| Item 5: Norman Regional Hospital Authority Dispatch Services Agreement | Consider approval of an agreement with Norman Regional Hospital Authority doing business as EMSSTAT for the City of Moore to provide dispatching services for emergency medical calls. | Approved |
| Item 6: Nexttech Christmas Light Show Contract Renewal | Consider one-year renewal of a contract with Nexttech for Miranda Family Lights in the amount of $222,400 for the design and implementation of the seasonal Christmas light show at The Station in Central Park. | Approved |
| Item 7: Southwest 34th Street Widening Design Services Amendment | Consider approval of Amendment Number Three to the agreement with C.H. Guernsey and Company for additional Design Services for the Southwest 34th Street widening and reconstruction project from I35 to Broadway and North to Willow Pine in the amount of $47,802. | Approved |
| Item 8: State Opioid Abatement Board Agreement | Consider approval of an agreement with the State of Oklahoma and the State Opioid Abatement Board to receive annual payments under the Distributors settlement agreement. | Approved |
| Item 9: Oklahoma Gas Gathering LLC Utility Relocation Agreement | Consider approval of a utility relocation agreement in an amount not to exceed $292,718.40 with Oklahoma Gas Gathering LLC for the relocation of two casing vents for a 6-inch gas line crossing Telephone Road at Southwest 27th Street for construction and maintenance of the Telephone Road Southwest 19th Street to Southwest 34th Street project. | Approved |
| Item 10: Resolution Number 9524 Correcting Resolution Number 8724 | Consider approval of Resolution Number 9524 correcting Resolution Number 8724 programming the Reconstruction of South Sunny Lane Bridge located Southeast 34th Street and North of Moore City Limits at Surface Transportation Program Urbanized Area project. | Approved |
| Item 11 (PWA): Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket items A and B for the Moore Public Works Authority. | Approved |
| Item 12 (PWA): Sanitation Poly Carts Purchase | Consider approval of a budgeted purchase of 1,449 sanitation poly carts from Sierra Container Group at a total cost of $85,500 as the lowest responsible quote. | Approved |
| Item 13 (RMM): Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket items A and B for the Moore Risk Management Meeting. | Approved |
| Item 14A: Citizens Forum | Opportunity for citizens to speak on new business items. | No Action |
| Item 14B: Items from City Council Trustees | Opportunity for city council trustees to present items. | No Action |
| Item 14C: City Manager's Report | Report from the City Manager on various city matters. | Information Only |
| Item 15A: Executive Session - Legal Case CJ-223-1199 | Discuss, consider, and if deemed appropriate, consider taking possible action regarding pending case number CJ-223-1199 against the City of Moore. | Proceed as Directed |
| Item 15B: Executive Session - Legal Case Kimberly Gilland | Discuss, consider, and if deemed appropriate, consider taking possible action regarding pending case number CJ in Cleveland County by Kimberly Gilland against the City of Moore. | Proceed as Directed |
| Item 15C: Executive Session - Ward 3 Council Vacancy | Accept, discuss, and consider submitted applications and if deemed appropriate, consider taking possible action to appoint a selected applicant to fill the vacant Ward 3 seat on the city council. | Proceed as Directed |
| Item 16: Adjournment | Motion to adjourn the meeting. | Approved |