Meeting Summary
Announcements
- Swearing-In Ceremony: Reelected Council Members Kathy Griffin, Sid Porter, and Melissa Hunt were officially sworn into office by Judge Blake Virgin.
- Recent Storm Response: The Council acknowledged the city's emergency services (Police, Fire, Public Works, Dispatchers, MSTAT) for their extensive response to the severe rain and flooding on Saturday, April 19th, 2025. Appreciation was extended to Oklahoma City and Norman Fire Departments for their assistance. Deep sorrow was expressed for the tragic loss of life during the event, and citizens were advised to drive carefully near the memorial set up by Apple Creek students.
- New Public Works Director: Dennis Boffle was introduced as the new full-time Public Works Director.
- Cybersecurity Exercise: An IT-led tabletop exercise on cybersecurity was held on 📅 April 9th, 2025, attended by department heads and public safety personnel.
- Big Trash Pickup Schedule: Due to the recent storm, big trash pickup services are currently two weeks out. The city aims to return to the regular one-week schedule once operations catch up.
Key Decisions & Votes
- Consent Docket Approval: The Council approved items A through I on the City Council consent docket, items A and B on the Moore Public Works Authority consent docket, items A and B on the Moore Risk Management consent docket, and item A on the Moore Economic Development Authority consent docket. These items typically include routine administrative approvals.
- Irrevocable Permit for Utility Easement Encroachment: An irrevocable permit was approved for Joseph Henry at 3351 Shady Creek Lane. This allows for a 10-foot encroachment into a 20-foot public utility easement for the construction of an in-ground pool. No objections were received from public utilities or city staff, as the easement is not currently in use and future development to the west would provide an additional easement.
- Land Development Code Update Negotiations: Staff was authorized to enter into negotiations with WSC Half and Associates for an update to the City of Moore's Land Development Code. This firm was selected based on qualifications, including their expertise with a land use attorney and experience with similar projects in other cities, including Oklahoma City.
- Law Enforcement Rifle Purchase: The purchase of 33 rifles and accessories from Proforce Law Enforcement was approved for the Police Department. This acquisition will replace SWAT rifles, upgrade existing inventory, and equip new hires. The purchase includes upgraded optics, platforms, and sound suppressors for hearing protection during training and operations.
- Street Pavement Preservation Contract: Approval was granted for year two projects of a five-year contract with Holbrook Asphalt LLC for street pavement preservation using HA5 high-density mineral bond. This year's projects will cover streets in the Cider Farms, Prairie View, Broadmore Heights, and Waters editions. The Council noted positive feedback from last year's application and discussed improved scheduling and notification procedures for residents.
- Public Safety Radio Console System Service Agreement: The budgeted annual service agreement renewal with Motorola Solutions for the Public Safety Radio console system was approved. This system is used by dispatch and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
Financial Matters 💰
- Law Enforcement Rifle Purchase: The purchase of 33 rifles and accessories was approved for $75,784.94. This amount reflects the lowest quote of $80,039.19 minus $4,254.25 in store credit from traded-in surplus firearms. Funding will come from M&O accounts, SWAT and armory budgets, and a new hire budget.
- Street Pavement Preservation: Approval for year two projects with Holbrook Asphalt LLC for street pavement preservation was for $305,083.60.
- Public Safety Radio Console System Service Agreement: The annual service agreement renewal with Motorola Solutions was approved for $54,497.23. This is a budgeted expenditure.
Public Comments
- No citizens signed up to speak during the "New Business" section, and no public comments were made on any agenda items.
Agenda Summary Table
| Agenda Item | Description | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Call to Order | Official start of the meeting | ✅ Called to Order |
| Roll Call | Attendance check of council members | ✅ Completed |
| Swearing in of reelected council members | Kathy Griffin, Sid Porter, and Melissa Hunt sworn in by Judge Blake Virgin | ✅ Completed |
| Roll Call | Attendance check of council members | ✅ Completed |
| Consent Docket (Items A-I) | Routine administrative approvals for City Council | ✅ Approved |
| Irrevocable permit for encroachment at 3351 Shady Creek Lane | Request by Joseph Henry to encroach 10 ft into a 20 ft utility easement for an in-ground pool | ✅ Approved |
| Authorizing negotiations with WSC Half and Associates | For an update to the City of Moore's Land Development Code (RFP #2025-009) | ✅ Approved |
| Authorizing purchase of 33 rifles and accessories | From Proforce Law Enforcement for the Police Department | ✅ Approved |
| Approval of year two projects with Holbrook Asphalt LLC | For street pavement preservation (HA5) in Cider Farms, Prairie View, Broadmore Heights, and Waters editions | ✅ Approved |
| Renewal of annual service agreement with Motorola Solutions | For the Public Safety Radio console system | ✅ Approved |
| Moore Public Works Authority Consent Docket (Items A-B) | Routine administrative approvals for Public Works Authority | ✅ Approved |
| Moore Risk Management Consent Docket (Items A-B) | Routine administrative approvals for Risk Management | ✅ Approved |
| Moore Economic Development Authority Roll Call | Attendance check of authority members | ✅ Completed |
| Moore Economic Development Authority Consent Docket (Item A) | Routine administrative approval for Economic Development Authority | ✅ Approved |
| New Business | Opportunity for public comment and council discussion | ✅ No public comment, Council updates provided |
| Adjournment | Official end of the meeting | ✅ Adjourned |