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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991.04.02_City Council MinutesOWASSO CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2, 1991 On Tuesday, April 2, 1991 the Owasso City Counc it 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 Thursday, March 28, 1991. ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Thompson presiding. ITEM 2: FLAG SALUTE. The flag salute was led by Mayor Thompson. ITEM 3: ROLL CALL. PRESENT: Mark Thompson, Mayor John P. Phillips, Vice Mayor Patricia K. Marlar, Councilwoman Jason Gittelman, 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 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM MARCH 19. 1991 MEETING. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by P. Marlar, to approve the minutes by reference made a part hereto. AYE: Phillips, Marlar, Gittelman, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 1 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2, 1991 ITEM 5: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE WARRANTS. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by P. Marlar, to approve the warrants as follows: (1) General Fund $32,436.36 (2) E-911 $1,249.88 (3) City Garage $714.04 (4) Revenue Bond Project Fund $33,577.49 (6) Ambulance Service Capital Improvement $877.76 (7) General Fund Payroll $68,984.63 and (8) Garage Payroll $2,550.54. AYE: Phillips, Marlar, Gittelman, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 6: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A "TRAIL DAYS" PARADE ROUTE THAT WOULD IF APPROVED. UTILIZE 86TH STREET NORTH BETWEEN 129TH EAST AVE. AND 117TH EAST AVE. Ms. Mary Armstrong, Chamber of Commerce President, addressed the Council giving a route outline and a list of effected businesses and their approval of the plan. After discussion by Council and comments by staff, a motion was made by P. Marlar, seconded by J. Gittelman, to approve the request to allow the Trail Days parade to be held on 86th Street on June 22, 1991. AYE: Marlar, Gittelman, Phillips, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 7: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF OWASSO AND THE OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS PROVIDING FOR THE USE OF INMATE LABOR BY THE CITY AND REQUIRING CERTAIN PAYMENTS TO THE STATE. Mr. Ray gave a report on the 30 day pilot program and the feasibility of utilizing this supplemental work force. He stated based on the "trail period" performance and an evaluation by the supervisors, the program has met or exceeded the expectations of the staff. He gave the breakdown of costs stating the estimated cost per month will be $1,624.00 for thirteen inmates. He requested approval of the contract. After questions by Council, a motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by P. Marlar, to approve the contract with the Department of Corrections providing to inmate labor. 2 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2, 1991 AYE: Phillips, Marlar, Gittelman, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 8: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL OF SUMMER MOWING CONTRACTS FOR PARKS. DRAINAGE EASEMENTS, AND RIGHT-OF-WAY. Mr. Ray stated during the summer of 1990, the city experimated with a privatization project, developed using a sealed bid process, designed to reduce the cost of mowing parks and right- of-ways. After last year's program it has been determined it is the most economical and efficient method of accomplishing these tasks. He stated the sealed bid process was used again this year with six projects being "let out for bid". These bids were opened on March 25, 1991. He reviewed all bids and contracts and requested approval of the contracts with the following bidders: Wayne Carver at $272.50 per mowing for Elm Creek Park; Larry Turner at $172.50 per mowing for Rayola Park; Larry Buchanan at $80.00 per mowing for Ator Heights Park; Gary LaBass at $29.90 per mowing for E1 Rio Vista Medians; Wayne Carver at $237.00 per mowing for Elm Creek Drainage Easement; and Lynn Mansur at $80.00 per mowing for 129th Street Right-of-Way. After discussion and comments by Council, a motion was made by P. Marlar seconded by J. Gittelman, to approve all contracts as presented. AYE: Marlar, Gittelman, Phillips, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 9: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A "NOTICE TO RENEW 911 INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT". Mr. Ray stated this is an annual renewal of the contract and he requested approval. A motion was made by P. Marlar, seconded by J. Phillips, to approve the renewal agreement at presented. AYE: Marlar, Phillips, Gittelman, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 3 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2, 1991 ITEM 10: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A REQUEST BY DACO INC FOR CHANGE ORDER NO. 5 REQUESTING AN ADDITIONAL 10 5 DAYS. Mr. Rohn Munn presented this request to Council stating the contractor has asked for a 14 day time extension. Mr. Munn stated in reviewing the request he is allowing only a 10.5 day extension and requested Council approval. A motion was made by J. Gittelman, seconded by J. Phillips, to approve Change Order No. 5 allowing 10.5 additional contract days. AYE: Gittelman, Phillips, Marlar, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 ITEM 11: REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY. None ITEM 12: UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING None ITEM 13: NEW BUSINESS Mr. Arlie Owens, president of the Kit Kar Klub addressed Council stating the car club is holding a car show during Trail Days and he would like the Councilmembers to serve as judges for the event. All Councilmembers accepted the invitation to serve as judges. Mayor Thompson asked for a motion to recess the Council meeting so the Owasso Public Works Authority meeting can be held prior to the next agenda item being called. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by P. Marlar, to recess the Council meeting and reconvene after the O.P.W.A. meeting. AYE: Phillips, Marlar, Gittelman, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 v.. ~: 4 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL APRIL 2, 1991 The meeting was recessed at 7:54 p.m. and reconvened at 8:07 p.m. ITEM 14: REQUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING PERSONNEL MATTERS RELATING TO CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN THE CITY OF OWASSO AND THE F.O P AND THE I.A.F.F. Mr. Ray stated union negotiations are being and he need the Council's direction. He requested Councilmember-Elect Bob Randolph be included in the session along with the City Attorney and the City Treasurer. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by P. Marlar, to enter into an Executive Session to discuss contract negotiations and include Mr. Randolph. AYE: Phillips, Marlar, Gittelman, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 Meeting was recessed at 8:08 p.m. and reconvened at 9:05 p.m. No action was taken. ITEM 15: REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER. Mr. Ray informed Council the City is requesting proposals for auditors for the 1990-1991 fiscal year and will be bringing a recommendation to Council in the near future. He also gave a brief update report on the property acquisition on Main Street. ITEM 16: ADJOURN. With there being no further business to be brought before the Council, Mayor Thompson asked for a motion to adjourn. A motion was made by J. Phillips, seconded by P. Marlar, to adjourn. 5 OWASSO CITY COUNCIL AYE: Phillips, Marlar, Gittelman, Thompson NAY: None MOTION: Carried 4-0 Meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. APRIL 2, 1991 rk Thompson, Mayor ne Buchanan, City Clerk .~, 6