Name: March 20, 2012 City Commission Meeting
Start: 2012-03-20T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Shawnee City Hall, Shawnee, OK

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Meeting Summary

City Council Meeting Summary - March 5, 2012

New Staff Introduction: Stephanie Clary was introduced as the new City Planner. She recently received a Master's in Urban Planning, has three years of experience with a planning commission in Kentucky, and previously interned with the city. Her role is expected to allow more in-house work on downtown emphasis, code updates, and comprehensive plan updates.
Transfer Station Dedication: A dedication ceremony for the transfer station is tentatively planned for 📅 April, with a specific date to be confirmed.

Mobile Stage Purchase (Item 2H): A proposal to purchase a mobile stage for an estimated $75,000 was discussed. Concerns were raised about the expenditure given other capital project needs, such as swimming pool repairs. The item was tabled until more information on other capital projects becomes available.
Annexation of Kickapoo Tribe Property: An ordinance annexing property located northwest of the intersection of MacArthur Street and Acme Road, just east of Highway 177, was ✅ Approved. This follows the approval and execution of a Memorandum of Understanding and plan of services by the Kickapoo Tribe.
Nomination to OMAG Board: A resolution authorizing Mayor Linda Peterson to nominate Brian McDougall to fill a vacancy on the Board of Trustees at the Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group (OMAG) for a three-year term commencing 📅 July 1, 2012, was ✅ Approved.
City Manager's Employment Agreement: Following an executive session, the City Manager's employment agreement was ✅ Extended and Modified.
- The term was extended by one year, changing the expiration date from June 30, 2014, to June 30, 2015.
- The notice period in Section 2, Paragraph A, was changed from 90 days to 180 days.
City Attorney's Contract Renewal: Following an executive session, the agreement with the City Attorney was ✅ Renewed for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012, and extending through June 30, 2013.

Airport Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Rehab Project (COS-SMA-1205): Five bids were received for this project, ranging from $139,918 to $199,010.10. The bids were deferred to the next meeting for further review and evaluation.

Citizen Feedback on Bond Issues: Jack Barrett (1425 East Bradley) thanked the City Commission for their hard work and dedication on recent bond issues, emphasizing the importance of progress over opposition. He urged those who oppose such efforts to put equal energy into improving the community.
Support for City Manager: Mr. Barrett expressed strong support for City Manager Brian McDougall, acknowledging his talent and predicting greater future endeavors for him.
Traffic Concerns: Mr. Barrett noted increased police presence, traffic counters, and a radar wagon on Bradley Street but reported that speeding (up to 75-80 mph) continues to be an issue.
Panhandling under I-40: Commissioners discussed ongoing complaints about panhandling under I-40 at Harrison and Marian. City staff confirmed that police have stepped up enforcement of existing code sections regarding soliciting in the roadway, which includes medians, due to safety concerns. Signs citing the city code for loitering will also be installed. The City Attorney noted that while enforcement can move the problem, it's a persistent social issue.

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