Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several key items, including rezoning for a construction rental company, the final plat for Eagle Lane duplexes, and updates to the city's fee schedule. Significant purchases were authorized for a new emergency siren and an upgrade to the police department's body camera system. Additionally, the annual contract for School Resource Officers with Moore Public Schools was approved, and Mayor Mark Ham's appointment to the Oklahoma Municipal League board was supported.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezoning Application RZ 1044
02:00Approved rezoning application RZ 1044 for 5 acres north of Northeast 27th Street and west of Pole Road from I-1 Light Industrial to I-1 PU Light Industrial, allowing for construction rentals and bringing an existing oil well services business into compliance. Approval was contingent on replacing all dead trees and shrubs on site.
Final Plat of Eagle Lane Duplexes
07:40Approved the final plat for Eagle Lane duplexes, a 3-acre development north of Southwest 19th Street and east of Eagle Drive, proposing 10 lots and two common areas with a density of approximately seven units per acre.
Resolution 77-24: Updating City Fee Schedule
12:40Adopted Resolution 77-24, which removes certain fees, establishes a $25/hour fee for redacting public records, updates fees previously modified by ordinance, increases the Board of Adjustment application fee from $250 to $500, and updates commercial waste rates and senior citizen residential rates. The resolution was adopted as amended to clarify wording on the senior citizen income maximum.
Resolution 78-24: Adopting New Fee Schedule
17:50Adopted Resolution 78-24, ratifying the entire new schedule of fees and charges, incorporating the changes approved in Resolution 77-24.
Purchase of Federal Signal Siren
19:00Authorized the budgeted purchase of one federal signal option pole, freight, and installation for siren number 44, as part of the city's 10-year plan to replace legacy sirens.
Purchase of Body Cameras and Software
20:50Authorized the budgeted purchase of 76 body cameras, associated software, and accessories from Motorola Solutions, upgrading the police department's 10-year-old system with a 5-year annual payment plan.
FY 24-25 Contract with Moore Public School District for SROs
24:30Approved the FY 24-25 contract with Moore Public School District for the provision of eight uniform School Resource Officers and one police vehicle, with the city receiving 65% reimbursement for officer salaries, benefits, and vehicle costs.
Resolution 79-24: Supporting OML Board Appointment
26:10Adopted Resolution 79-24, supporting the appointment of Mayor Mark Ham to The District 8 seat on the board of directors for the Oklahoma Municipal League.
Negotiation for Land Purchase
26:50Authorized the city manager to begin negotiations on the purchase of 8.3 acres west of Cleveland Heights, a land acquisition previously discussed in budget hearings and part of a $5 million financing plan.
Resolution 267-24 (MPWA): Adopting Fee Schedule
27:50Adopted Resolution 267-24, which ratifies the schedule of fees and charges for the Moore Public Works Authority, aligning with the fee schedule approved earlier for the city.
Executive Session Outcome
32:40Following an executive session to discuss Mayor Mark Ham's potential dual office holding, the council voted to proceed as directed, authorizing legal counsel and staff to take necessary action.
Upcoming Community Events
Firework Show
Buck Thomas Park
Financial Matters
Public Records Copying Fee
New fee for the recovery of reasonable direct costs associated with redacting portions of law enforcement body camera footage.
Board of Adjustment Application Fee
Application fee for the Board of Adjustment was updated from $250 to $500.
Commercial Waste Rates
Commercial waste rates were updated, the first update since 2021.
Federal Signal Siren Purchase
Budgeted purchase of one federal signal option pole, freight, and installation for siren number 44.
Body Cameras and Software Purchase
Initial budgeted purchase for 76 body cameras, associated software, and accessories from Motorola Solutions. An additional $42,568 will be paid annually for a 5-year period.
SRO Contract Reimbursement
The city will receive 65% reimbursement of officer salary and benefits and 65% of the cost of one police vehicle from Moore Public School District, not to exceed this amount.
Land Purchase Negotiation
Authorization to negotiate the purchase of 8.3 acres west of Cleveland Heights, part of a $5 million financing approved by Council.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Moore Public Schools may request to add a ninth School Resource Officer in the next fiscal year.
- Senior citizen residential waste rates will be automatically adjusted annually based on the January consumer price index for the South Region.
Announcements
- Danielle McKenzie was recognized with a plaque for her service on the city council from 2016 through 2023.
- The Police Department, Fire Department, and First Responders conducted a school shooting training with the school district, involving teachers, faculty, staff, and students.
- The city's firework show will be held on Thursday at Buck Thomas Park.
Agenda Summary
| Item | Description | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Item 2: Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket items A through F. | Approved |
| Item 3: Rezoning Application RZ 1044 | Consider rezoning application RZ 1044 located north of Northeast 27th Street and west of Pole Road from I-1 Light Industrial to I-1 PU Light Industrial with a permissive use for construction rentals. | Approved |
| Item 4: Final Plat of Eagle Lane Duplexes | Consider the final plat of Eagle Lane duplexes located north of Southwest 19th Street and east of Eagle Drive. | Approved |
| Item 5: Resolution 77-24 | Consider adoption of Resolution number 77-24 removing certain fees, providing for a fee for copying of records, updating fees previously modified by ordinance, updating the Board of Adjustments application fee, and updating commercial waste rates and senior citizen rates. | Adopted |
| Item 6: Resolution 78-24 | Consider adoption of Resolution number 78-24 adopting the scheduled fees and charges effective upon approval. | Adopted |
| Item 7: Purchase of Federal Signal Siren | Consider authorizing the budgeted purchase of one federal signal option pole, freight, and installation from Federal Signal Safety and Security Systems. | Approved |
| Item 8: Purchase of Body Cameras and Software | Consider authorizing the budgeted purchase of 76 body cameras and associated software and accessories from Motorola Solutions. | Approved |
| Item 9: FY 24-25 Contract with Moore Public School District for SROs | Consider approval of the FY 24-25 contract with Moore Public School District for the provision of eight uniform school resource officers and one police vehicle. | Approved |
| Item 10: Resolution 79-24 | Consider adopting Resolution number 79-24 supporting the appointment of Mark Ham to The District 8 seat on the board of directors for the Oklahoma Municipal League. | Adopted |
| Item 11: Land Purchase Negotiation | Consider authorizing the city manager to begin negotiations on the purchase of 8.3 acres west of Cleveland Heights. | Approved |
| Item 12: Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket sub-items A and B for the Moore Public Works Authority meeting. | Approved |
| Item 13: Resolution 267-24 (MPWA) | Consider adopting Resolution number 267-24 adopting the schedule of fees and charges for the Moore Public Works Authority. | Adopted |
| Item 14: Moore Risk Management Consent Docket | Approval of consent docket sub-items A and B for the Moore Risk Management meeting. | Approved |
| Item 15a: Citizens Forum | Citizens forum for items not on the agenda. | No Action |
| Item 15b: Items from City Council and Trustees | Council members and trustees provided updates and announcements. | Information Only |
| Item 15c: Items from City Manager | City Manager provided updates and announcements. | Information Only |
| Item 16: Executive Session | Discuss considering if deemed appropriate take possible action regarding Mayor Mark Ham and his potential Dual office holding and authorization for legal counsel and staff to take action as necessary and appropriate in the interest of the city of Moore. | Proceed as directed |
| Item 17: Adjournment | Adjournment of the meeting. | Approved |