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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989.08.01_City Council MinutesOWASSO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 1, 1989 On Tuesday, August 1, 1989 the Owasso City Council met in a regular session in the Council Chambers at the Community Center per the Notice of Public Meeting and Agenda posted on the City Hall bulletin board at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, July 28, 1989. ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Marlar presiding. ITEM 2: FLAG SALUTE. The flag salute was led by Mayor Marlar. ITEM 3: ROLL CALL. PRESENT: Patricia Marlar, Mayor Mark Thompson, Vice Mayor John P. Phillips, Councilman Stacy P. Lamb, Councilman Rodney J. Ray, City Manager Ronald D. Cates, City Attorney Jane Buchanan, City Clerk ABSENT: Von E. Stockier, Councilman A quorum was declared present. ITEM 4: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF JULY 18. 1989. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by M. Thompson, to approve the minutes, as written, by reference made a part hereto. AYE: Phillips, Thompson, Lamb, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 5: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE WARRANTS. A motion was made by M. Thompson, seconded by S. Lamb, to approve the warrants as follows: (1) General Fund $14,136.49 (2) Ambulance Service Fund $248.00 (3) Community Center $56.60 1 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 1, 1989 (4) City Garage $1,347.61 (5) E-911 $390.00 (6) Revenue Bond Project Fund $155,988.05 (7) General Fund Payroll $69,763.21 and City Garage Payroll $2,616.39. AYE: Thompson, Lamb, Phillips, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 6: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION RELATING TO A REQUEST FROM MR. JAMES CLEVENGER FOR A REDUCTION IN THE FEES CHARGED FOR A RURAL FIRE RUN. Mr. Ray reviewed this item with Council stating Mr. Clevenger had addressed the members at the last meeting about his situation and is now requesting a reduction in the fee charged for the fire run of June 19, 1989. The billing of $2,750.00 for 11 hours. Mr. Ray stated this was an unusual situation since there was a explosion and the time at the scene was greater than the norm. He gave the Council some options, but had no specific recommendations. After discussions of the options, J. Phillips asked for an amended Ordinance to be brought before the Council for action at the next meeting establishing a maximum limit for the hourly charges, after that limit a charge for actual cost incurred would be added to the initial charges. Mayor Marlar asked Mr. Clevenger to address Council on the item. he again asked for some relieve giving the reasons he felt the bill was unreasonable. He felt the Fire Department was on the scene without cause. After discussion and questions by Council and comments from the citizens, a motion was made by S. Lamb, seconded by J. Phillips, to use the ordinance that is in place and reduce the hours billed to two hours. The amount to be charged according to the billing sent out by the Fire Department will be $250.00 for the first hour and $200.00 for the second hour. Total amount due will be $450.00. AYE: Lamb, Phillips, Thompson, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 2 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 1, 1989 ITEM 7: APPOINTMENT AND CONFIRMATION OF MEMBERS TO INITIAL TERMS AS TRUSTEES OF THE OWASSO PUBLIC GOLF AUTHORITY (OPGA). Mayor Marlar presented a list of recommended appointments. The Mayor stated she believe these five people will bring a strong team effort to the difficult task ahead. Each nominee has expressed an interest in producing a quality product. A motion was made by Mayor Marlar, seconded by M. Thompson, to appoint the following people to the OPGA; Dr. Ed Sokolosky, Mr. Brian Skelton, Ms. Glenna Anderson, Mr. Tom Rikkola, Jr. and Mr. Bob Oldefest. AYE: Marlar, Thompson, Phillips, Lamb NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 8: COUNCIL ACTION ON RESOLUTION NO. 89-06. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OWASSO ACCEPTING THE BENEFICIAL INTEREST IN AND TO THE OWASSO PUBLIC GOLF AUTHORITY. A PUBLIC TRUST. AND DECLARING A PUBLIC TRUST. Mr. Ray presented this item to Council stating the staff and the City Attorney have carefully reviewed the proposed trust document. The proposed document not only meets the legal requirements of Oklahoma law but Mr. Cates has also insured that the document is broad enough to allow all the necessary activities required in a modern successful golf operation. Mr. Ray recommended approval of the Resolution. A motion was made by M. Thompson, seconded by J. Phillips, to approve Resolution No. 89-06 with an effective date of August 18th, 1989. AYE: Thompson, Phillips, Lamb, Marlar NAY: Thompson MOTION: Carried 4-0 3 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 1, 1989 ITEM 9: COUNCIL ACTION ON A REQUEST TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 250 ACRES FROM AG (AGRICULTURAL) TO RS-3 (RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY HIGH DENSITY DISTRICT) LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF 96TH STRE T NORTH AND 129TH EAST AVE. (OZ-79). Mr. Richard Hall, City Planner, stated the Owasso Planning Commission heard the zoning request at its July 20th meeting. Mr. Hall stated there was a lengthy interaction between the developers, the Commission and adjoining property owners. The adjoining property owners felt the RS-3 lot size would not enhance the surrounding area since all other developed areas have much larger lots. Mr. Hall stated the Planning Commission voted to approve the request to rezone to RS-2 which is Residential Single-Family Medium Density District rather than the RS-3 as requested. Mr. Hall continued by saying he is presenting this agenda item as a request for RS-3 zoning so Council could either concur with the Planning Commission recommendation of RS-2 or grant the original request of the developer. After discussion, a motion was made by M. Thompson, seconded by J. Phillips, to rezone the 250 acres from AG to RS-2 (Residential Single-Family Medium Density District). AYE: Thompson, NAY: None Motion: Carried Phillips, Marlar 3-0 Note: Councilman S. Mayor Marlar called p.m. and reconvened A motion was made b and reconvene after Meeting recessed at Lamb recused from this item. for a brief recess. Meeting recessed at 8:15 at 8:30. p.m. y S. Lamb, seconded by J. Phillips, to recess the O.P.W.A. meeting. 8:30 p.m. and reconvened at 8:55 p.m. ITEM 10: PUBLIC HEARING....TO DETERMINE AS TO WHETHER THE PREMISES LOCATED AT 12400 EAST 88TH STREET NORTH OWASSO. OKLAHOMA ARE DETRIMENTAL TO THE HEALTH BENEFIT. AND WELFARE OF THE PUBLIC DUE TO EXCESSIVE GROWTH AND ACCUMULATION OF WEEDS GRASS AND DEBRIS. REQUEST BY THE STAFF FOR COUNCIL ACTION IS IN THE FORM OF ABATEMENT. ,~~-~, 4 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 1, 1989 Mr. Ray presented this item to Council stating all notices have been given and requested abatement. Pictures of the property were shown to Council. A motion was made by S. Lamb, seconded by J. Phillips, to order abatement as requested. AYE: Lamb, Phillips, Thompson, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 11 WAS STRICKEN FROM THE AGENDA. ITEM 12: PUBLIC HEARING....TO DETERMINE AS TO WHETHER THE PREMISES LOCATED AT 1407 NORTH ELM STREET OWASSO OKLAHOMA ARE DETRIMENTAL TO THE HEALTH BENEFIT AND WELFARE OF THE PUBLIC DUE TO EXCESSIVE GROWTH AND ACCUMULATION OF WEEDS. GRASS. AND DEBRIS REQUEST BY THE STAFF FOR COUNCIL ACTION IS IN THE FORM OF ABATEMENT. Mr. Ray presented this item as above, and recommended abatement. A motion was made by M. Thompson, seconded by J. Phillips, to order abatement as requested. AYE: Thompson, Phillips, Lamb, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 15: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH INCOG FOR THE PURPOSE OF COMPLETING PHASE II OF THE NORTH OWASSO DRAINAGE STUDY AND SETTING A FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $4 900 00 FOR THE COMPLETION OF THAT STUDY. Mr. Crowe presented this item to Council giving an outline of the work that will be included in the study. Mr. John McElhenny, INCOG Engineer, was present to answer questions. There was a question about the dollar amount for this study, so Mayor Marlar deferred this item until the next meeting so the correct amount could be part of the agenda item. 5 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 1, 1989 ITEM 21: (ADDENDUM TO AGENDA) COUNCIL ACTION ON RESOLUTION NO 89-07. A RESOLUTION ALLOWING THE INCLUSION OF THE 272 TELEPHONE EXCHANGE WITHIN ROGERS COUNTY TO BE INCLUDED IN THE E-911 SYSTEM AND ALLOWING THE CITY MANAGER TO OBLIGATE THE CITY FOR INITIAL CHARGES INCURRED. Mr. Ray presented this item to Council stating the Mayor and an number of interested parties have been working on this item to reach a solution to the problem that eliminates of residents that have the 272 exchange but reside in Rogers County on that the E-911 system is in place. With this Resolution, the Rogers County Commissioners will take action on this item at their next meeting. The initial cost will be minimal according to Southwest Bell representative. Mr. Ray recommended approval of this Resolution. A motion was made by M. Thompson, seconded by J. Phillips, to approve Resolution No. 89-07. AYE: Thompson, Phillips, Lamb, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 13: REQUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF REPORTING TO THE COUNCIL ON THE ACTIVITIES OF THE PROPERTY ACQUISITION COMMITTEE RELATING TO THE PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE FOR THE LOCATION OF DRAINAGE FACILITIES AND YOUTH SPORTS FACILITIES. Mr. Ray requested an Executive Session stating the Property Acquisition Committee has reached the point in the process that requires Council direction. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by S. Lamb, to approve the request for an Executive Session. AYE: Phillips, Lamb, Thompson, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 Meeting recessed at 9:19 p.m. and reconvened at 9:43 p.m. 6 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 1, 1989 ITEM 14: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION ALLOWING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PROCEED WITH OFFERS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES FOR THE EVENTUAL LOCATION OF A DRAINAGE STRUCTURE AND YOUTH SPORTS FACILITY. A motion was made by M. Thompson, seconded by J. Phillips, to authorize the City Attorney to negotiate an offer with Mr. Carl White in the amount of $69,230.00 and Mr. Lester Waiters, Jr. in the amount of $86,985.00 for their respective parcels of land to be used as stated above. AYE: Thompson, Phillips, Lamb, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 16: REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER. A written report was given to Councilmembers. ITEM 17: REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY. None ITEM 18: UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING None ITEM 19: NEW BUSINESS. None ITEM 20: ADJOURN. With there being no further business to be brought before the Council, Mayor Marlar asked for a motion to adjourn. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by S. Lamb, to adjourn. 7 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AYE: Phillips, Lamb, Thompson, Marlar NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 Meeting was adjourned at 7:52 p.m. ~t_ ~ cc~ AUGUST 1, 1989 ,7 ~jny Patricia Marl'ar, Mayor J e Buchanan, City Clerk 8