HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995.06.20_City Council MinutesOWASSO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 20, 1995
The Owasso City Council met in regulaz session on Tuesday, June 20, 1995 in the Council
Chambers at the Owasso Community Center per the Notice of Public Meeting and Agenda
posted on the City Hall bulletin boazd at 4:00 p. m. on Friday, June 16, 1995.
ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Burns called the meeting to order at 7:02 p. m.
ITEM 2: INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor David Froese of the Westport Mennonite Brethren Church.
ITEM 3: FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Burns led in the flag salute.
ITEM 4: ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Chazles Burris, Mayor
Danny Ewing, Vice Mayor
Joe Ramey, Councilor
Mary Lou Barnhouse, Councilor
ABSENT
STAFF
Rodney J Ray, City Manager
Ronald D Cates, City Attorney
Marcia Boutwell, City Clerk
A quorum was declared present.
ITEM 7: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO THE
APPOINTMENT OF A QUALIFIED ELECTOR AS A COUNCILMEMBER
FOR WARD 5.
One June 6, 1995, the Council declared the Ward 5 seat vacant after the elected Councilor was
unable to take the oath of office within the required time. A Notice of Vacancy was printed in
The Owasso Reporter containing all the information required to submit a letter of interest for
the seat. Four letters of interest were received, however upon checking addresses it was
discovered that two of the persons submitting letters do not reside in Ward 5. The persons who
may be considered for the seat are Michael Anderson and Michael Helm. Council members
discussed the options available. Ms Barnhouse said she felt the Council should schedule a
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special election to fill the vacancy, thus placing the matter back in the hands of the people. She
also said other issues of importance could be placed on the same ballot, such as a motel tax and
a bond issue to complete work at the Sports Park. One citizen also stated that she felt a special
election was the best idea. Following discussion, Mr Ramey nominated Michael Helm to the
vacant Ward 5 seat. Nomination seconded by Mr Ewing.
AYE: Ramey, Ewing, Burns
NAY: Barnhouse
Motion carried 3- l .
ITEM 8: ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE TO WARD 5
COUNCILMEMBER.
City Clerk Marcia Boutwell administered the Oath of Office to Mr Helm and he was
immediately seated at the Council bench.
ITEM 5: READING OF MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION.
Mayor Bums invited Mr Ted VanCuren to join him at the front of the room and read a
proclamation honoring Mr VanCuren for his many years of service to the community as a
teacher and administrator in the Owasso Public School System. Mr VanCuren made a brief
response.
ITEM 6: RECOGNITION OF OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEES.
Mayor Burris presented certificates to the following public works employees recognizing their
efforts to prevent residential flooding on the night of May 7th: Roger Heath, Monroe Combs,
Darryl McCormack, Jason Quinton, Mike Robertson, and Cris King. The employees responded
to a citizen report of a possible flooding problem on North Birch Street caused by heavy rains.
The rain had "washed" debris from a wooded area and prevented a drainage structure from
carrying the stormwater. The problem was so severe that the employees were required to
complete the project in a heavy rain while working in a rapidly flowing stream in high water.
Residents of the area were on hand to witness the work and complimented the effort. The
success of the work was evident by the lack of a problem during the remaining downpour.
At this time Mayor Bums asked for a motion to recess the meeting to the OPWA meeting.
Ms Barnhouse moved, seconded by Mr Ewing, to recess to the OPWA meeting and to reconvene
the City Council meeting at the conclusion of the OPWA meeting.
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AYE: Barnhouse, Ewing, Ramey, Helm, Burris
NAY: None
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Motion carried 5-0 and the meeting was recessed at 7:25 p.m.and reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
ITEM 9: REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF JUNE 6, 1995 REGULAR
MEETING AND JUNE 13, 1995 SPECIAL MEETING.
Ms Barnhouse moved, seconded by Mayor Burris, to approve the minutes as submitted, by
reference made a part hereto.
AYE: Barnhouse, Burns, Ramey, Helm, Ewing
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
ITEM 10: REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE CLAIMS.
Mr Ramey moved, seconded by Ms Barnhouse, that the following claims be approved:
(1) General Fund $36,555.47; (2) Workers Comp Self-Insurance $336.40; (3) Ambulance
Service Fund $2,572.38; (4) City Garage $1,319.75; (5) Capital Improvements $888.37;
(6) Interfund Transfers $6,721.27; (7) General Fund Payroll $108,942.85; (8) City Garage
Payroll $1,967.06.
AYE: Ramey, Barnhouse, Helm, Ewing, Burris
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
ITEM 11: REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL REGARDING RUNOFF WATER
Mr Jim Downey addressed the Council regarding flooding on his property caused by runoff and
requested the Council's assistance in solving the problem. Mr Downey referred to a letter he
received in November stating that work would begin in 40-45 days to clear the creek. Mr
Downey said that he didn't think the city had upheld what was agreed to. Mr Ray responded
that the city has completed a survey of the area, prepared the required easements, and adopted
the necessary interlocal agreements. Tulsa County has not yet approved the interlocal
agreements and has not provided the equipment and manpower as promised. Mr Ray said that
he would go to the County Commission and make an appeal on behalf of the Downeys.
Mayor Bums declared a recess at 8:35 p. m. and reconvened at 8:45 p. m.
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ITEM 12: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO A
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 95-04, A
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A FY 1995-96 BUDGET FOR ALL FUNDS
ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY.
Resolution #95-04 adopts the FY95-96 budget for all funds administered by the City of Owasso.
Mr Ewing moved, seconded by Ms Barnhouse, to approve Resolution /#95-04.
AYE: Ewing, Barnhouse, Ramey, Helm, Burris
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
ITEM 13: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO THE
APPOINTMENT AND CONFIRMATION OF MEMBERS TO VARIOUS
BOARDS. TRUSTS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES.
Mayor Burris read the following list of appointments:
PLANNING COMMISSION
Mr Charles Willey (reappointment)
2401 N Birch
Term Ending 6/30/98
Mr Dewey Brown (reappointment)
10804E 99th St N
Term Ending 6/30/98
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Mr Gale Whitaker (reappointment)
7413 N 122nd E Ave
Term Ending 6/30/98
Mr Wayne Vines (reappointment)
7808 N 131st E Ave
Term Ending 6/30/98
PERSONNEL BOARD
Mr Michael Anderson (replacing Carver)
12710E 77th Pl N
Term Ending 6/30/98
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OWASSO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Ms Brenda Lawrence (reappointment)
7702 Owasso Expy
Term Ending 6/30/2000
Mr Charles Burns (Council Representative)
12005E 87th Pl N
Term Ending 6/30/96
Mr Gary Akin (Chamber Representative)
315 S Cedar
Term Ending 6/30/96
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE
Mr Doug Groves (replacing Munn)
PO Box 180
Term Ending 6/30/96
June 20, 1995
All other committee members to be reappointed, with terms ending 6/30/96
ANNEXATION COMMITTEE
Mr Charles Burns (replacing Duke)
City Council
Term Ending 6/30/96
Mr Doug Groves (replacing Munn)
Engineering Staff
Term Ending 6/30/96
All other committee members to be reappointed, with terms ending 6/30/96
REGIONAL METROPOLITAN UTILITY AUTHORITY
Ms Sherry Bishop
City Treasurer
Term Ending 6/30/96
Mr Robert Can
Public Works Director
Term Ending 6/30/96
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TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE
Mr Charles Bums
City Council
Term Ending 6/30/96
Mr Robert Can, Alternate
Public Works Director
TRANSPORTATION TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Mr Doug Groves (replacing Munn)
Engineering Staff
Term Ending 6/30/96
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Mr Ramey moved, seconded by Mr Ewing, to confirm the Mayor's appointments.
AYE: Ramey, Ewing, Barnhouse, Helm, Burris
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
ITEM 14: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING To A
WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY OF
OWASSO BY MIKE HOLCOMB.
This item was withdrawn at the request of staff.
ITEM 15: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO
ORDINANCE #507, AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE SET
ASIDE OF COURT FINE REVENUE SPECIFICALLY FOR POLICE
DEPARTMENT TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT ACQUISITION, SUCH
SET-ASIDE RESTRICTED TO A MAXIMUM OF FIVE DOLLARS PER
CONVICTION OF EACH MUNICIPAL OFFENSE TRIED IN
MUNICIPAL COURT.
Mr Cates presented the proposed ordinance, which would allow $5.00 from every fine levied
per conviction for violation of the municipal code of ordinances to be earmarked and designated
for use in the training of police department personnel, as well as the purchase of police
department equipment. There were no questions or comments from the Council or citizens. A
public hearing was held on Tune 13, 1995, with no questions or comments being presented.
Mr Ewing moved, seconded by Mayor Burns, to approve Ordinance #507.
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AYE: Ewing, Burns, Ramey, Barnhouse, Helm
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
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ITEM 16: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO
RESOLUTION #95-05, A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING RATES FOR
THE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF REFUSE FROM
COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS AND APPROVING ACTION
TAKEN BY THE OWASSO PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY WHEREIN
RATES FOR COMMERCIAL REFUSE WERE INCREASED.
Mr Cates presented the resolution, which increases the rates charged for the collection and
disposal of refuse from commercial establishments and approves action taken by the OPWA to
increase commercial refuse rates. Mr Ramey moved, seconded by Mr Helm, to approve
Resolution #95-05, increasing the rates charged for commercial refuse.
AYE: Ramey, Helm, Barnhouse, Ewing, Burris
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
ITEM 17: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO
RESOLUTION #95-06, A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING RATES FOR
THE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF RESIDENTIAL WASTE AND
COMMERCIAL WASTE THAT UTILIZES POLYCARTS FOR
COLLECTION, AND APPROVING ACTION TAKEN BY THE OWASSO
PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY WHEREIN RATES FOR RESIDENTIAL
REFUSE AND COMMERCIAL POLYCARTS WERE INCREASED.
Mr Cates presented the resolution, which increases the rates charged for the collection and
disposal of refuse from polycart customers and approves action taken by the OPWA to increase
polycart refuse rates. Mayor Burns moved, seconded by Mr Ramey, to approve Resolution
#95-06, increasing the rates charged to residential refuse and commercial polycart customers.
AYE: Burris, Ramey Barnhouse, Helm, Ewing
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
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ITEM 18: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO A
REQUEST FOR FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK PERFORMED
UNDER A CONTRACT FOR SPORTS PARK LIGHTING (COMPLETION
OF THE SOFTBALL FOUR-PLEX, BETWEEN THE CITY OF OWASSO
AND SHAWNEE LIGHTING SYSTEMS INC. AND AUTHORIZATION
FOR FINAL PAYMENT AND RELEASE OF RETAINAGE TO THE
CONTRACTOR.
On February 21, 1995, the city entered into a contract with Shawnee Lighting Systems for the
completion of the softball four-plex lighting at the Sports Park. Mr Groves said that the project
is now completed, has been inspected, and meets all the specified criteria. Mr Ramey moved,
seconded by Mayor Bums, to accept the Owasso Sports Park Phase II Lighting Project, release
any retainage, and authorize final payment in the amount of $9611 to Shawnee Lighting Systems.
AYE: Ramey, Burns, Barnhouse, Helm, Ewing
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
ITEM 19: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO A
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE PLAT OF
CENTRAL PARK, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF OWASSO, TULSA
COUNTY, OKLAHOMA.
The City of Owasso has received a request to amend the Central Park addition plat, changing
the minimum rear yard setback from 25' to 20' . The setback is not shown on the plat, but is
contained in the restrictive covenants and the plat must be amended for the change to be made.
Mr Rooney said the Planning Commission reviewed the plat amendment at their June 13, 1995
meeting and recommended approval of the request. Mr Ramey moved, seconded by Mayor
Burris, to approve the plat amendment to Central Park, changing the required rear yard setback
from 25' to 20' .
AYE: Ramey, Bums, Barnhouse, Helm, Ewing
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
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ITEM 20: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING TO
ORDINANCE #509. AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE
ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 15.83 ACRES LOCATED WEST
OF EL RIO VISTA ADDITION AND NORTH OF BAILEY RANCH
GOLF COURSE ON EAST 96TH STREET NORTH. CONTAINING
BAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
Mr Rooney presented Ordinance #509, which approves an annexation request of approximately
15.83 acres containing Bailey Elementary School and the area surrounding the school. The
Annexation Committee and Planning Commission have both heard the request and recommend
approval, with the recommendation that a letter be sent to the Owasso School Board from the
Planning Commission discussing the acceleration/deceleration requirements of the City, and
stating that all future annexation requests will be reviewed for this requirement, regardless of
whether or not they are already developed. Mayor Burns moved, seconded by Ms Barnhouse,
to approve Ordinance #509 annexing the Bailey Elementary School and surrounding area.
AYE: Burris, Barnhouse, Helm, Ramey, Ewing
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
ITEM 21: CONSIDERATION AND APPROPRIATE ACTION RELATING A
REQUEST FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE FY 1994-95 REVENUE
BOND FUND BUDGET.
Ms Bishop presented this item. An anticipated grant for a portion of the funding of the 76th and
Main Street intersection project was not received. The budget for this project must be increased
by $5572 for a total project budget of $137,403. Funds are available in the Revenue Bond
Project Fund to supplement this budget. The interest earned on the OPWA Project Account at
the trustee bank is transferred from OPWA to the Revenue Bond Project Fund. Actual revenue
in the fund is now $3400 in excess of the amount budgeted. Mayor Burris moved, seconded by
Mr Ramey, to approve a supplemental appropriation of $5572 to the Revenue Bond Project Fund
expenditures for the 76th and Main Intersection Project with funds available from the existing
fund balance and an increase in revenues of $3400.
AYE: Burris, Ramey, Barnhouse, Helm, Ewing
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0.
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ITEM 22: REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER
No report.
ITEM 23: REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY
No report.
ITEM 24: REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCILORS
None.
ITEM 25: UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
ITEM 26: NEW BUSINESS
None.
ITEM 27: ADJOURNMENT
Mr Ramey moved, seconded by Mr Ewing to adjourn.
AYE: Ramey, Ewing, Barnhouse, Helm, Burris
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0 and the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
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Ch es L Burns, Mayor
Marci Boutwell, City C erk
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