City Council Regular Meeting

CITY OF NORMAN, OK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Municipal Building, Council Chambers, 201 West Gray, Norman, OK 73069 Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 6:30 PM MINUTES CITY COUNCIL, NORMAN UTILITIES AUTHORITY, NORMAN MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY, AND NORMAN TAX INCREMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY The City Council of the City of Norman, Cleveland County, State of Oklahoma, met in Regular Session in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building, on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 6:30 PM, and notice of the agenda of the meeting was posted at the Norman Municipal Building at 201 West Gray and on the City website at least 24 hours prior to the beginning of the meeting. It is the policy of the City of Norman that no person or groups of persons shall on the grounds of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, place of birth, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, marital status, including marriage to a person of the same sex, disability, relation, or genetic information, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination in employment activities or in all programs, services, or activities administered by the City, its recipients, sub-recipients, and contractors. In the event of any comments, complaints, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, and auxiliary aids and services regarding accessibility or inclusion, please contact the ADA Technician at 405-366-5424, Relay Service: 711. To better serve you, five (5) business days' advance notice is preferred. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Heikkila called the meeting to order. ROLL CALL PRESENT Mayor Larry Heikkila Councilmember Ward 1 Austin Ball Councilmember Ward 2 Lauren Schueler Councilmember Ward 3 Bree Montoya Councilmember Ward 4 Helen Grant Councilmember Ward 5 Michael Nash Councilmember Ward 6 Elizabeth Foreman Councilmember Ward 7 Stephen Holman Councilmember Ward 8 Matthew Peacock PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The pledge of allegiance was led by Mayor Heikkila. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF THE MINUTES AS FOLLOWS: CITY COUNCIL OVERSIGHT MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 2, 2022 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 31, 2023 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 21, 2023 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 19, 2023 CITY COUNCIL FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 15, 2024 Motion made by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock The minutes were approved. ***** AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS 2. PRESENTATION OF A CIVILIAN SERVICE MEDAL AND CERTIFICATE TO MS. KRISTI STUBBS FOR HER OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AND TEAMWORK WITH THE NORMAN POLICE DEPARTMENT. Chief Kevin Foster recognized Ms. Kristi Stubbs for her outstanding performance. ***** PROCLAMATIONS 3. CONSIDERATION OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT, APPROVAL, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF PROCLAMATION P-2324-23: A PROCLAMATION OF THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, PROCLAIMING MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2024, AS EARTH DAY AND MARCH 22 THROUGH MAY 19, 2024, AS GREEN NORMAN ECOMONTH IN THE CITY OF NORMAN. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Participants in discussion 1. Mr. Dane Heins, Environmental Control Advisory Board, thanked the Council and made comments CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |2 Item 3, continued Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Receipt of the proclamation was acknowledged. ***** COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Events/Elections Councilmember Holman announced several upcoming events; i.e., mural dedication at the Firehouse Art Center, Earth Day, Medieval Fair, YFAC ribbon cutting, Municipal Court ribbon cutting and the upcoming Community Planning and Transportation Committee meeting. Councilmember Grant announced upcoming events, Black History Month, Interfaith Breakfast, vigil at Andrews Park, 2nd Friday Artwalk, and AIM Norman-Parks workshop. Councilmember Montoya announced upcoming elections for the OG&E Franchise on March 5, 2024, and the Norman Public School Board on April 2, 2024. Councilmember Schueler reminded everyone of super Tuesday on March 5 th and the Ward 2 run-off election on April 4th. * Nuisance Property Councilmember Foreman said there will be a public hearing later in the meeting regarding a nuisance property in Ward 6. * Homelessness Councilmember Ball discussed a homeless encampment he visited and said he had videos on his interactions if anyone wanted to see them. ***** CONSENT DOCKET This item is placed on the agenda so that the City Council, by unanimous consent, can designate those routine agenda items that they wish to be approved or acknowledged by one motion. If any item proposed does not meet with approval of all Councilmembers, that item will be heard in regular order. Staff recommends that Item 4 through Item 24 be placed on the consent docket. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |3 Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Items 4 through 24 were placed on the Consent Docket. ***** First Reading Ordinance 4. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF ORDINANCE O-2324-38 UPON FIRST READING BY TITLE: AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AMENDING SECTION 36-201 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NORMAN SO AS TO REMOVE PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE/4) OF SECTION NINETEEN (19), TOWNSHIP NINE (9) NORTH, RANGE TWO (2) WEST OF THE INDIAN MERIDIAN, TO NORMAN, CLEVELAND COUNTY, OKLAHOMA, FROM THE SPUD, SIMPLE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, AND PLACE THE SAME IN THE SPUD, SIMPLE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SEVERABILITY THEREOF (1720 NORTH PORTER AVENUE). Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Ordinance O-2324-38 was adopted on First Reading by title. ***** 5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF ORDINANCE O-2324-45 UPON FIRST READING BY TITLE: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AMENDING ARTICLE 20-XXX SPECIAL EVENTS OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NORMAN TO INCLUDE A FILM OR TELEVISION PRODUCTION EVENT AS A TYPE OF SPECIAL EVENT; ESTABLISH A FILM PERMIT AND ASSOCIATED FEE FOR THE FILM OR TELEVISION PRODUCTION SPECIAL EVENT; ALLOW COMPLETE STREET CLOSURES, FOR LIMITED DURATIONS, FOR FILM OR TELEVISION PRODUCTION EVENTS; MAKE CORRECTIONS TO GRAMMAR, SECTION REFERENCES, AND FORMATTING; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SEVERABILITY THEREOF. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |4 Item 5, continued Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Ordinance O-2324-45 was adopted on First Reading by title. ***** Reports/Communications 6. CONSIDERATION OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT, APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF THE MONTHLY DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY, 2024. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Receipt of the Monthly Department Reports was acknowledged. ***** 7. CONSIDERATION OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT, APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF RECEIPT OF THE FINANCE DIRECTOR'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JANUARY 31, 2024, AND DIRECTING THE FILING THEREOF. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Receipt of the Finance Director’s Investment Report was acknowledged. ***** CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |5  Easement 8. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF EASEMENTS E-2324-129, E-2324-130, AND E-2324- 131: EASEMENTS FOR PUBLIC ROADWAY, DRAINAGE & UTILITY RIGHT-OF-WAY AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION DONATED BY THE JUDITH ANN FLOYD TRUST AND PARTIAL RELEASE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT FROM THE CITY OF NORMAN TO THE FLOYD TRUST, ALL FOR THE ROCK CREEK ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Easements E-2324-129, E-2324-130, and E-2324-131 were accepted and the filing thereof with the Cleveland County Clerk was directed. ***** Contracts 9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF AMENDMENT TWO TO CONTRACT K-1415-134: BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN AND MESHEK AND ASSOCIATES, FOR THE LOWER IMHOFF CREEK STABILIZATION PROJECT AND APPROVAL OF THE FUND TRANSFER AS DETAILED IN THE STAFF REPORT. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Amendment No. Two to Contract K-1415-134 and budget transfer were approved. ***** CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |6  10. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-92: BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN AND PITZER'S LAWN MANAGEMENT INC., FOR EMERGENCY SNOW TREATMENT SERVICES. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-92 was approved. ***** 11. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ADOPTION, AWARD, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF BID-2324-38 AND CONTRACT K-2324-99: BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AND ARROYO’S CONCRETE, L.L.C., IN THE AMOUNT OF $201,132.36 FOR THE ROCK CREEK AND WARD 7 SIDEWALK PROJECT, PERFORMANCE BOND B-2324-38; STATUTORY BOND B-2324-39; MAINTENANCE BOND MB-2324-35, AND RESOLUTION R-2324-85 GRANTING TAX-EXEMPT STATUS. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Bid 2324-38 was accepted, Contract K-2324-99 and the associated bonds were approved, and Resolution R-2324-85 was adopted. ***** CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |7  12. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-119: A CONTRACT BY AND BETWEEN THE NORMAN UTILITIES AUTHORITY AND PLUMMER ASSOCIATES, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $313,822 FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE TECUMSEH ROAD WATER LINE REPLACEMENT BETWEEN 24 TH AVENUE NW AND JOURNEY PARKWAY. Acting as the Norman Utilities Authority Motion made by Trustee Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Trustee Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Chairman Heikkila, Trustee Ward 1 Ball, Trustee Ward 2 Schueler, Trustee Ward 3 Montoya, Trustee Ward 4 Grant, Trustee Ward 5 Nash, Trustee Ward 6 Foreman, Trustee Ward 7 Holman, Trustee Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-119 was approved. ***** 13. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-130: BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN AND MTS BRUSHHOGGING, DOZER & LAWN, L.L.C., FOR EMERGENCY SNOW REMOVAL. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-130 was approved. ***** 14. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-132: A CONTRACT BY AND BETWEEN THE NORMAN UTILITIES AUTHORITY AND VODA, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,800 FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR DESKTOP WATER LINE CONDITION ASSESSMENT AND LEAD SERVICE LINE MODELING SERVICES. Acting as the Norman Utilities Authority Motion made by Trustee Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Trustee Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Chairman Heikkila, Trustee Ward 1 Ball, Trustee Ward 2 Schueler, Trustee Ward 3 Montoya, Trustee Ward 4 Grant, Trustee Ward 5 Nash, Trustee Ward 6 Foreman, Trustee Ward 7 Holman, Trustee Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-132 was approved. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |8  15. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-136: BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, NORMAN MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY, AND NORMAN UTILITIES AUTHORITY AND BURGESS ENGINEERING AND TESTING FOR ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION TESTING SERVICES. Acting as the City of Norman, the Norman Utilities Authority and the Norman Municipal Authority Motion made by Trustee Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Trustee Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Chairman Heikkila, Trustee Ward 1 Ball, Trustee Ward 2 Schueler, Trustee Ward 3 Montoya, Trustee Ward 4 Grant, Trustee Ward 5 Nash, Trustee Ward 6 Foreman, Trustee Ward 7 Holman, Trustee Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-136 was approved. ***** 16. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-139: BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, NORMAN MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY, AND NORMAN UTILITIES AUTHORITY AND GEOCAL, INC., FOR ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION TESTING SERVICES. Acting as the City of Norman, the Norman Utilities Authority and the Norman Municipal Authority Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-139 was approved. ***** 17. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-144: A PROJECT MAINTENANCE, FINANCING AND RIGHT-OF-WAY AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AND THE OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR PROJECT J3-6724(0)AG, STATE JOB 36724(04), TO PROVIDE SIDEWALK INSTALLATION ALONG 12 TH AVENUE NE AND BROOKS STREET AND RESOLUTION R-2324-122. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Page |9 Item 17, continued Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-144 was approved and Resolution R-2324-122 was adopted. ***** 18. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, REJECTION, AMENDMENT OR POSTPONMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-145: A REVOCABLE RIGHT-OF-WAY LICENSE AND AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN AND FLINT HILLS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. FOR $5,000 ALLOWING PLACEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF IRRIGATION, SIGNAGE AND LANDSCAPING WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-145 was approved. ***** 19. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, REJECTION, AMENDMENT OR POSTPONMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-147: A REVOCABLE RIGHT-OF-WAY LICENSE AND AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN AND NOUN HOTEL, LLC FOR $4,250 ALLOWING PLACEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF PAVING, LANDSCAPING, ARTWORK AND SEATING WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Contract K-2324-147 was approved. ***** CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 10  WCC Court Order 20. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF RESOLUTION R-2324-118: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AUTHORIZING JOINT PETITION SETTLEMENT OF THE CLAIM FILED BY CARL TOMCZAK UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION STATUTES OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE CASE OF CARL TOMCZAK V. THE CITY OF NORMAN, WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COMMISSION CASE 2022-07388 P; DIRECTING THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT TO THEN FILE SUCH SETTLEMENT AND ALL ATTENDANT COSTS IN THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO SUBSEQUENTLY PURCHASE SUCH WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION JUDGMENT FROM THE RISK MANAGEMENT INSURANCE FUND. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Resolution R-2324-118 was adopted. ***** Resolutions 21. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF RESOLUTION R-2324-121: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, ADOPTING A REVISION OF THE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION TITLE VI PROGRAM OF THE 1964 CIVIL RIGHTS ACT. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Resolution R-2324-121 was adopted. ***** CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 11  22. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF RESOLUTION R-2324-124: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, APPROPRIATING $4,442.57 FROM THE REFUNDS / REIMBURSEMENTS MISCELLANEOUS RISK MANAGEMENT ACCOUNT TO REPAIR CITY VEHICLES DAMAGED BY OTHER DRIVERS IN TRAFFIC COLLISIONS. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Resolution R-2324-124 was adopted. ***** 23. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF RESOLUTION R-2324-127: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA SUPPORTING THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE’S PURSUIT OF TRIBAL TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM BRIDGE FUNDS. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Resolution R-2324-127 was adopted. ***** 24. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF RESOLUTION R-2324-128: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF EXISTING SURETY DEFERRAL FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $74,702.20 FROM DEERFIELD ADDITION, SECTION 6, TO THE ROCK CREEK ROAD WIDENING PROJECT – QUEENSTON AVENUE TO 24TH AVENUE NE. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 12 Item 24, continued Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Resolution R-2324-128 was adopted. ***** NON-CONSENT ITEMS 25. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF RESOLUTION R-2324-125: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, CONDUCTING AND CLOSING A PUBLIC HEARING TO DETERMINE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION FOR ABATEMENT OR CONDEMNATION OF 3104 WOODCREST CREEK DRIVE, NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AS A PUBLIC NUISANCE; AND ORDER CITY SERVICES TO BE DISCONNECTED FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 1 Ball. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock The public hearing was opened. Participants in discussion 1. Ms. Jeanne Snider, Assistant City Attorney 2. Major Chad Vincent, Norman Police Department 3. Officer Ben Gomez, Norman Police Department 4. Sgt. Chris Allison, Norman Police Department 5. Mr. Eric Hudson 6. Mr. Tarrance Witten 7. Mr. Mark Tracy 8. Ms. Katelyn Witten 9. Mr. Shane Roddy 10. Mr. George Droescher 11. Ms. Sherylann Densow 12. Ms. Chelsey Gravel 13. Ms. Karlinda Gravel 14. Ms. Kathryn Walker, City Attorney 15. Mr. Darrel Pyle, City Manager CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 13 Item 25, continued Motion made by Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock The public hearing was closed. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 1 Ball. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Resolution R-2324-125 was adopted. ***** 26. CONSIDERATION AND AWARDING OF THE BID FOR THE PURCHASE OF $16,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2024A OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AND VOTE TO AWARD SAID BONDS TO THE LOWEST BIDDER COMPLYING WITH THE NOTICE OF SALE AND INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS OR TO REJECT ALL BIDS. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 1 Ball. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Voting Nay: Councilmember Ward 5 Nash Participants in discussion 1. Mr. Anthony Francisco, Director of Finance 2. Ms. Kathryn Walker, City Attorney 3. Mr. Scott Sturtz, Interim Director of Public Works 4. Mr. Stephen Ellis, Ward 4, made comments 5. Ms. Sherylann Densow, Wards 4 & 6, made comments 6. Ms. Chelsey Gravel, Ward 4, made comments 7. Ms. Karlinda Gravel, Ward 4, made comments The bids were accepted and awarded to Robert W. Baird and Company. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 14  27. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF ORDINANCE O-2324-44: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2024A IN THE SUM OF $16,000,000 BY THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AUTHORIZED AT AN ELECTION DULY CALLED AND HELD FOR SUCH PURPOSE; PRESCRIBING FORM OF BONDS; PROVIDING FOR REGISTRATION THEREOF; DESIGNATING THE REGISTRAR FOR THE ISSUE; PROVIDING FOR LEVY OF AN ANNUAL TAX FOR THE PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS AND FIXING OTHER DETAILS OF THE ISSUE; APPROVING THE FORMS OF A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT AND AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT; AUTHORIZING EXECUTIONS AND ACTIONS NECESSARY FOR THE ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF THE BONDS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Motion made by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 1 Ball. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Voting Nay: Councilmember Ward 5 Nash Participants in discussion 1. Mr. Anthony Francisco, Director of Finance 2. Mr. Darrel Pyle, City Manager Ordinance O-2324-44 was adopted upon Second Reading section by section. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Voting Nay: Councilmember Ward 5 Nash Section 10 of Ordinance O-2324-44 declaring an emergency was adopted. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 1 Ball. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 15 Item 27, continued Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Voting Nay: Councilmember Ward 5 Nash Ordinance O-2324-44 was adopted upon Final Reading. ***** 28. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF ORDINANCE O-2324-17 UPON SECOND AND FINAL READING: AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AMENDING SECTION 36-201 OF CHAPTER 36 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NORMAN SO AS TO REMOVE LOTS THIRTY-FOUR (34), THIRTY-FIVE (35), THIRTY-SIX (36), THIRTY-SEVEN (37), AND THIRTY-EIGHT (38) OF THE STATE UNIVERSITY ADDITION TO NORMAN, CLEVELAND COUNTY, OKLAHOMA, FROM THE CCFBC, CENTER CITY FORM-BASED CODE, AND PLACE SAME IN THE CCPUD, CENTER CITY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SEVERABILITY THEREOF. (305 E. BOYD STREET) Motion made by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Participants in discussion 1. Mr. Gunner Joyce, Rieger Law Group, attorney representing the applicant Ordinance O-2324-17 was adopted upon Second Reading section by section. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Ordinance O-2324-17 was adopted upon Final Reading. ***** CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 16  29. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF ORDINANCE O-2324-18 UPON SECOND AND FINAL READING: AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, AMENDING SECTION 36-201 OF CHAPTER 36 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF NORMAN SO AS TO REMOVE LOTS TWENTY-EIGHT (28), TWENTY-NINE (29), THIRTY (30) AND THIRTY-ONE (31) OF STATE UNIVERSITY ADDITION TO NORMAN, CLEVELAND COUNTY, OKLAHOMA, FROM THE CCFBC, CENTER CITY FORM-BASED CODE, AND PLACE SAME IN THE CCPUD, CENTER CITY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SEVERABILITY THEREOF. (221 E. BOYD STREET) Motion made by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Ordinance O-2324-18 was adopted upon Second Reading section by section. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Ordinance O-2324-18 was adopted upon Final Reading. ***** 30. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL, ACCEPTANCE, REJECTION, AMENDMENT, AND/OR POSTPONEMENT OF CONTRACT K-2324-124: A CONTRACT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORMAN AND HIGH FLYER HOLDINGS, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $940,000 FOR THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5451 HUETTNER DRIVE, PLUS CLOSING COSTS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NORMAN TO EFFECTUATE THE TRANSACTION; AND APPROPRIATION OF GENERAL FUND BALANCE. Motion made by Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Seconded by Councilmember Ward 7 Holman. Voting Yea: Mayor Heikkila, Councilmember Ward 2 Schueler, Councilmember Ward 3 Montoya, Councilmember Ward 5 Nash, Councilmember Ward 6 Foreman, Councilmember Ward 7 Holman, Councilmember Ward 8 Peacock Voting Nay: Councilmember Ward 1 Ball, Councilmember Ward 4 Grant CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 17 Item 30, continued Participants in discussion 1. Ms. Kathryn Walker, City Attorney 2. Mr. Darrel Pyle, City Manager Contract K-2324-124 and the appropriation were approved. ***** MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS Elections Ms. Dianna Hutzel, Ward 5, cautioned Council about voter fatigue and low voter turnout with so many elections. * Homelessness Mr. Ben Plummer, Ward 4, said the Council needs to stop providing for the needs of the homeless. Ms. Karlinda Gravel, Ward 4, provided Council with more incidents involving homeless people. * Body Cam Mr. Stephen Ellis, Ward 4, referenced body cam footage from the recent interaction between the Police Department and a dog. * Meetings Ms. Sherylann Densow, Wards 4 & 6, cautioned Council about changing the meeting time for City Council meetings. ***** ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:50 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - Tuesday, February 27, 2024 P a g e | 18