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OW ASSO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, May 14, 2002
The Owasso City Council met in special session on Tuesday, May 14, 2002 in the Main
Conference Room at Owasso City Hall per the Notice of Public Meeting and Agenda posted on
the City Hall bulletin board at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2002.
ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Brogdon called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PRESENT
Randy Brogdon, Mayor - 15/1
Michael Helm, Vice Mayor - 15/1
Rebecca Armstrong, Councilor - 15/1
Susan Kimball, Councilor - 2/0
Gary Cochran, Councilor - 2/0
ABSENT
STAFF
Rodney J Ray, City Manager
Marcia Boutwell, City Clerk
A quorum was declared present.
ITEM 2: REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL FOR THE PURPOSE OF MAKING A
STATEMENT.
Councilor Armstrong read a prepared statement and requested that it be entered into the minutes.
The statement is attached and made a part of these minutes. Following her prepared statement,
she further stated that she does not intend to resign from the council, and that she is giving
serious consideration to running for the state senate seat being vacated by Grover Campbell.
ITEM 3: CITY OF CHARACTER PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED
RESOLUTION DECLARING OW ASSO A CITY OF CHARACTER.
Jim McElrath introduced Mr Chuck Coker, who gave a detailed presentation regarding the City
of Character program. A resolution declaring the intent of the City Council to initiate and
support with program, was discussed. This item will appear on the May 21 st agenda for action.
ITEM 4: DISCUSSION RELATING TO A JAKE BRAKE ORDINANCE.
Chief Green said that there have been complaints about the loud noises being emitted from large
trucks when they are braking. Many large trucks are equipped with a Jacobs Engine Brake to
assist in the process of slowing the vehicle. This process causes the vehicles to emit a loud noise
unless the exhaust is properly muffled. This problem isn't specifically addressed in the City of
Owasso Code of Ordinances, and an amendment is needed to add provisions regarding vehicle
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brakes which create an excessive or unusual noise. Ordinance #710 addresses the issue, and will
be on the May 21 st agenda for action.
ITEM 5: DISCUSSION RELATING TO QUOTES TO PAIN THE ANIMAL CONTROL
FACILITIY.
Chief Greene discussed the need to paint the animal control facility inside and out. Several local
painters were contacted for quotes, and all estimates exceeded $5000. Vendors were then
contacted to submit sealed quotes. Two quotes were received - one from Davis Custom Painting
in the amount of $10,545 and one from Bell Painting in the amount of $7860. Although the
Davis quote is higher, their proposal contains better surface preparation, including caulking and
filler. They are proposing to use water base epoxy and semi-gloss wall enamel. The staff will be
recommending Davis for the work based on the better proposal.
ITEM 6: DISCUSSION RELATING TO ISSUES WITH TITAN TOWERS.
Mr White discussed two issues relating to the 800 MHz radio system. One item related to the
need to relocate the antenna system to the Titan telecommunication tower. The scope of work
would include the purchase and installation of the equipment necessary to relocate the antenna
system and provide an emergency power source. Staff plans to have an item on the May 21 st
agenda for the council to take action to authorize an expenditure not to exceed $17,000 for the
project.
The other item will be a request for council approval of an Inter-Operability Memorandum of
Understanding with the State of Oklahoma and the City of Tulsa, which will provide the ability
to interface the Owasso radio system with the two radio systems on the State and Regional
Mutual Aid Frequencies of the Tulsa system. This will allow for better communication with
public safety entities.
ITEM 7: DISCUSSION RELATING TO A CHAnGE ORDER FOR THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT CONSTRUCTION.
Mr Carr discussed work change directives and two other items included in a proposed change
order for the work on the wastewater treatment plant. The total net cost of the change order is
$21,154.99, however, a project allowance of $60,000 was included in the total construction
contract award, and staff proposes to use a pOliion of the project allowance for the items
included in the change order.
ITEM 8: DISCUSSION RELATING TO RURAL WATER DISTRICT DEEDS OF
DEDICATION.
Mr Rooney discussed some easements that were dedicated to the City without the knowledge or
acceptance of the City. He is currently looking into the matter to determine if any action needs
to be taken.
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ITEM 9: DISCUSSION RELATING TO ELECTION OF TRUSTEES FOR THE
OKLAHOMA MUNICIPAL ASSURANCE GROUP.
Ms Boutwell presented a list of 15 nominees to fill three positions on the OMAG Board of
Directors. Staff has reviewed the biographical sketches of the 15 nominees, and feels
comfortable in making a recommendation to the Council relating to the election. Councilors
indicated no problem with the process.
ITEM 10: DISCUSSION RELATING TO A CONTRACT WITH THE FOP.
Mr Ray discussed briefly the proposed agreement between the City of Owasso and FOP Lodge
# 149. Councilors have received a copy of the agreement, and it will be on the May 21 st agenda
for action.
ITEM 11: DISCUSSION OF ISSUES RELATING TO A REQUEST FOR ADOPTION OF
RESOLUTION #2002-06, A RESOLUTION REQUESTING FUNDING
ASSISTANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000 FROM THE CONGRESS OF THE
UNITED STATES.
Mr Ray discussed a proposed resolution that would authorize the Mayor to execute a joint
resolution with Rogers County Rural Water District #3, Washington County Rural Water District
#3, and the City of Collinsville, requesting funding assistance from Congress in the form of a
special appropriation, to be used to fund a feasibility study relating to the construction of a
regional water treatment facility. The offices of Congressman Brad Carson and Congressman
John Sullivan are assisting in the effort.
ITEM 12: DISCUSSION RELATING TO FY 2002-2003 BUDGET.
Mr Ray and Ms Bishop briefly discussed the proposed budget. Plans are for the budget to be to
the Council on Friday, May 1 ih, with a presentation on June 4th, a public hearing on June 11 t,\
and adoption of the budget on June 18th.
ITEM 13: REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER
Several other items were briefly discussed by the City Manager. Mr Ray also announced that he
will be out of the city from noon Thursday until Sunday evening, and any issues should be
directed to Mr Rooney.
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ITEM 14:
ADJOURNMENT
Mr Cochran moved, seconded by Mayor Brogdon to adjourn.
AYE: Cochran, Brogdon, Armstrong, Kimball, Helm
NAY: None
Motion carried 5-0, and the meeting was adjourned at 8.47 p.m.
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