City Council
Regular MeetingYukon, OK · June 25, 2024
Minutes
Yukon Municipal Authority Minutes
June 25, 2024
ROLL CALL: ( Present) Brian Pillmore, Mayor
Jeff Wootton, Vice- Mayor
Rodney Zimmerman, Council Member
Shelli Selby, Council Member
Adam Shriver, Council Member
Recess as Yukon City Council and Reconvene as Yukon Municipal Authority)
1A. YMA Consent Docket
This item is placed on the agenda so the Yukon Municipal Authority, by unanimous consent,
can designate those routine items they wish to be approved by one motion. If an item does
not meet with the approval of all Authority Members, that item will be heard in regular order.
The City Manager recommends a motion to approve:
A) The minutes of the regular meeting of June 4, 2024
B) Payment of material claims in the amount of$ 1, 540. 50
The motion to approve the YMA Consent Docket, consisting of the minutes of the regular meeting
of June 25, 2024; payment of material claims in the amount
1, 540. 50, was made by Council of $
Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Zimmerman.
The vote:
AYES: Selby, Wootton, Pillmore, Zimmerman, Shriver
NAYES: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
2A.
Presentation and acceptance of the fiscal year 2022- 2023 Financial Audit performed by
HBC CPAs & Advisors
The motion to accept the fiscal year 2022- 2023 Financial Audit performed by HBC CPAs &
advisors, was made by Council Member Zimmerman and seconded by Council Member
Wootton.
Chris Heim of HBC CPAs &
Advisors explained the Auditor' s duties when performing an audit.
He also pointed out two issues within the audit that were improperly handled.
The vote:
AYES: Zimmerman, Wootton, Selby, Shriver, Pillmore
NAYES: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
3A. INFORMATION ITEM ONLY: Performeter Presentation by Frank Crawford, Crawford &
Associates, P. C.
Frank Crawford of Crawford and Associates, P. C. gave an overview of his evaluation of the
City' s finances as determined in his Performeter, a tool developed for that purpose. He
provided detailed discussion on several of the components that factor into the scoring
system.
The City' s overall score of 8. 0 was only 0. 1 less than last year' s score, and Mr. Crawford
noted that both scores were excellent. The Mayor thanked him for the help his team has
provided to the City.
4A. Consider approving budget amendments for fiscal year 2024
The motion to approve budget amendments for fiscal year 2024, was made by Council
Member Zimmerman and seconded by Council Member Wootton.
The vote:
AYES: Pillmore, Selby, Zimmerman, Shriver, Wootton
NAYES: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
Adjourn as YMA Reconvene Yukon
and as City Council)
Yukon City Council Minutes
June 25, 2024
The Yukon City Council met in regular session on June 25, 2024, at 7: 00 p. m. in the Council
Chambers of the Centennial Building, 12 South Fifth Street, Yukon, Oklahoma.
The invocation was given by Mr. Chris Davis
The flag salute was given in unison.
ROLL CALL: ( Present) Brian Pillmore, Mayor
Jeff Wootton, Vice- Mayor
Rodney Zimmerman, Council Member
Shelli Selby, Council Member
Adam Shriver, Council Member
OTHERS PRESENT:
Mitch Hort, Acting City Manager Jason Beal, Asst. to the City Manager
Doug Shivers, City Clerk Robbie Williams, City Engineer
Roger Rinehart, City Attorney John Corn, Police Chief
Jared Riley, Information Technology Ryan McClure, Parks & Rec Director
Shawn Vogt, Fire Chief Gary Cooper, IT Director
Ashely Geddes, Assistant Parks & Rec Dir. Arnold Adams, Public Works Director
Sara Johnson, Deputy City Clerk Cindi Shivers, HR Director
Sara Schieman, Library Director
Presentations and Proclamations
Bobby Boyd Day" Proclamation
Mayor Pillmore read the proclamation to Mr. Boyd and thanked him for his service.
Visitors
Anyone having an item of business to present to the City Council that DOES NOT appear on the agenda, please come to the
podium at this time and state your name and address. You are requested to limit your presentation to three( 3) minutes. Any item
being presented MUST pertain to the City of Yukon business)
None
Recess as Yukon City Council and Reconvene as Yukon Municipal Authority)
1A. YMA Consent Docket
This item is placed on the agenda so the Yukon Municipal Authority, by unanimous
consent, can designate those routine items they wish to be approved by one motion. If
an item does not meet with the approval of all Authority Members, that item will be
heard in regular order.
The City Manager recommends a motion to approve:
A) The minutes of the regular meeting of June 4, 2024
B) Payment of material claims in the amount of $ 1, 540. 50
The motion to approve the YMA Consent Docket, consisting of the minutes of the regular
meeting of June 4, 2024; payment of material claims in the amount of $ 1, 540. 50, was made
by Council Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Zimmerman.
The vote:
AYES: Selby, Wootton, Pillmore, Zimmerman, Shriver
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
City Council Minutes - June 25, 2024 Page 2
2A. Presentation and acceptance of the fiscal year 2022- 2023 Financial Audit performed by
HBC CPAs & Advisors
The motion to accept the fiscal year 2022- 2023 Financial Audit performed by HBC CPAs &
Advisors, was made by Council Member Zimmerman and seconded by Council Member
Wootton.
Chris Heim of HBC CPAs &
Advisors explained the Auditor' s duties when performing an audit.
He also pointed out two issues within the audit that were improperly handled.
The vote:
AYES: Zimmerman, Wootton, Selby, Shriver, Pillmore
NAYES: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
3A. INFORMATION ITEM ONLY: Performeter Presentation by Frank Crawford, Crawford &
Associates, P. C.
Frank Crawford of Crawford and Associates, P. C. gave an overview of his evaluation of the
City' s finances as determined in his Performeter, a tool developed for that purpose. He
provided detailed discussion on several of the components that factor into the scoring
system. The City' s overall score of 8. 0 was only 0. 1 less than last year' s score, and Mr.
Crawford noted that both scores were excellent. The Mayor thanked him for the help his
team has provided to the City.
4A. Consider approving budget amendments for fiscal year 2024
The motion to approve budget amendments for fiscal year 2024, was made by Council
Member Zimmerman and seconded by Council Member Wootton.
The vote:
AYES: Pillmore, Selby, Zimmerman, Shriver, Wootton
NAYES: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
Adjourn as YMA and Reconvene as Yukon City Council)
1. Consent Docket
This item is placed on the agenda so the City Council, by unanimous consent, can designate
those routine items they wish to be approved by one motion. If an item does not meet with
the approval of all Council Members, that item will be heard in regular order.
The City Manager recommends a motion that will approve:
A) The minutes of the regular meeting of June 4, 2024
B) Payment of material claims in the amount of $ 1, 455, 740. 49
C) Renewal of the Interlocal Governmental Cooperation Agreement with the Canadian
County Sherriff' s Office, providing use of the County Jail, for the term of July 1, 2024
through June 30, 2025, at a rate of $ 45. 00 per day per prisoner
D) The execution of renewal statement of work with Civic Plus for the Civic Engage
product, in the amount of $ 9, 459. 04, as recommended by the Information Technology
Director
E) The execution of renewal statement of work with CivicPlus for the CivicRec product, in
the amount of $ 5, 290. 95, as recommended by the Information Technology Director
F) The 2024- 2025 Renewal Participation Agreement with Oklahoma Municipal Authority
Group ( OMAG) Workers' Compensation Plan, to include the Escrow Credit of
74, 038. 00, for a total premium amount of $ 535, 574. 00
G) The resignation of Mary Moore from the Library Board Ward 2 seat
H) The appointment of Courtney Winkler to the Library Board Ward 2 seat, as nominated
by Council Member Selby
I) Designating the items on the attached list from the Technology Department as surplus
and authorizing their sale, trade, donation, or disposal
J) The compensation to Mr. Hort of 20% " Out Class"
pay to recognize his
of
extraordinary effort and service during this interim period
K) The appointment of Jeff Schaller to the Board of Adjustments Ward 4 seat, as
recommended by Council Member Shriver
City Council Minutes - June 25, 2024 Page 3
The motion to approve the Consent Docket, consisting of the minutes of the regular meeting
of June 4, 2024; payment of material claims in the amount of $ 1, 455, 740. 49; renewal of the
Interlocal Governmental Cooperation Agreement with the Canadian County Sherriff' s Office,
providing use of the County Jail, for the term of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, at a rate of
45. 00 per day per prisoner; the execution of renewal statement of work with CivicPlus for the
CivicEngage product, in the amount of $9, 459. 04, as recommended by the Information
Technology Director; the execution of renewal statement of work with CivicPlus for the
CivicRec product, in the amount of $ 5, 290. 95, as recommended by the Information
Technology Director; the 2024- 2025 Renewal Participation Agreement with Oklahoma
Municipal Authority Groug ( OMAG) Workers' Compensation Plan, to include the Escrow
Credit of $
74, 038. 00, for a total premium amount of $ 535, 574. 00; the resignation of Mary
Moore from the Library Board Ward 2 seat; the appointment of Courtney Winkler to the Library
Board Ward 2 seat, as nominated by Council member Selby; designation the items on the
attached list from the Technology Department as surplus and authorizing their sale, trade,
donation, or disposal; the compensation to Mr. Hort
of 20% "
Out of Class" pay to recognize his
extraordinary effort and service during this interim period; the appointment of Jeff Schaller to
the Board of Adjustments Ward 4 seat, as recommended by Council Member Shriver, was
made by Council Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Shriver.
Council Member Selby referred to Item J and asked what 20% represented. Mayor Pillmore
replied that the amount was approximately $ 2, 600. 00.
The vote:
AYES: Wootton, Selby, Shriver, Zimmerman, Pillmore
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
2. Reports of Boards, Commissions and City Officials: ( This item is reserved for
announcements, recognitions, etc. and is not intended for the conduct of City business
by members of the public body)
a. Charter Review Committee Report -Jason Beal gave a summary of the three ( 3)
meetings the Committee had to determine their six ( 6) recommendations to be
placed on a ballot. He said the changes would come before the Council at the
July 2 City Council meeting. The Mayor and Council Member Shriver thanked Mr.
Beal for his work with the Committee, and Mr. Beal thanked the Committee
members.
b. Freedom Trail Playground update - Ashley Geddes distributed a handout with
photos from the park and other information to the Council Members. She gave
a detailed description of the work going on and answered questions from
various Council Members as they came up. She said the work would continue
past the original deadline of June 30, probably by two weeks.
c. Update on City Manager applications - Cindi Shivers explained what information
for each City Manager applicant was included in the binders that were provided
to each Council Member. She reviewed the timeline and answered questions
from the Council regarding the last time the hiring of a City Manager happened.
d. Wastewater Treatment Plant project update - Robbie Williams presented
information on the current state of the Wastewater Treatment Plant, the
equipment to be replaced, and the timeline for replacement. Mayor Pillmore
said that this project was a critical need for the City. Mr. Williams also answered
questions from Mr. Shriver regarding the impact of rain and river backflow.
3. Consider approving budget amendments for fiscal year 2024
The motion to approve budget amendments for fiscal year 2024, was made by Council
Member Zimmerman and seconded by Council Member Shriver.
Council Member Wootton asked why the amendments were not brought forward during the
year, and Mr. Hort explained that these were to cover expenses incurred prior to the recent
policy change. He also mentioned that the fees for known projects in the next fiscal year
were included in the budget.
The vote:
AYES: Zimmerman, Selby, Wootton, Shriver, Pillmore
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
City Council Minutes - June 25, 2024 Page 4
4. Acceptance of the fiscal year 2023- 2024 Financial Audit performed by HBC CPAs &
Advisors
The motion to accept the fiscal year 2023- 2024 Financial Audit performed by HBC CPAs &
Advisors, was made by Council Member Zimmerman and seconded by Council Member
Wootton.
The vote:
AYES: Shriver, Pillmore, Zimmerman, Selby, Wootton
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
5. Consider approving the bid specifications and authorizing TEIM Design to advertise for
bids for the Lakeshore Water Line Improvements along Lakeshore Drive, from Yukon
Parkway to the east corporate limit line, in the vicinity of Amanda Drive, as
recommended by the City Engineer
The motion to approve the bid specifications and authorizing TEIM Design to advertise for bids
for the Lakeshore Water Line Improvements along Lakeshore Drive, from Yukon Parkway to the
east corporate limit line, int eh vicinity of Amanda Drive, as recommended by the City
Engineer, was made by Council Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Shriver.
The vote:
AYES: Selby, Zimmerman, Wootton, Pillmore, Shriver
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
6. Consider a motion to approve a cooperative agreement between the City of Yukon and
the City of Oklahoma City for " Yukon Water Line and Improvements for OKC PC- 0525
29th
Roadway Improvements for SW Street", as recommended by the Acting City
Manager
The motion to approve a cooperative agreement between the City of Yukon and the City of
Oklahoma City for " Yukon Water Line and Improvements for OKC PC- 0525 Roadway
Improvements for SW29th Street", as recommended by the Acting City Manager, was made
by Council Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Zimmerman.
Council Member Shriver asked for more specific location information. Mr. Hort defined the
location of the project for Mr. Shriver.
The vote:
AYES: Zimmerman, Selby, Pillmore, Shriver, Wootton
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
7. Consider approving Ordinance 1453, an ordinance to consolidate the location of all
Board and Commission Meetings within the Council Chambers of Yukon, Oklahoma, and
to mandate broadcasting these meetings over the Internet; repealing all ordinances in
conflict; providing for severability; and giving an effective date
The motion to approve Ordinance 1453, an ordinance to consolidate the location of all
Board and Commission Meetings within the Council Chambers of Yukon, Oklahoma, and to
mandate broadcasting these meetings over the Internet; repealing all ordinances in conflict;
providing for severability; and giving an effective date, was made by Council Member
Wootton and seconded by Council Member Zimmerman.
City Council Minutes - June 25, 2024 Page 5
Council Member Selby mentioned that the moving and broadcasting of some meetings from
the Council Chambers, specifically the Library Board, made some members of the Board
uncomfortable.
The vote:
AYES: Shriver, Wootton, Pillmore, Zimmerman
NAYS: Selby
VOTE: 4- 1
MOTION CARRIED
8.
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024- 07, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Yukon, Oklahoma directing the City Manager, working with the City Clerk/ Treasurer, to
invest City funds in local banks with current relationships with the City of Yukon,
Oklahoma
The motion to approve Resolution No. 2024- 07, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Yukon, Oklahoma directing the City Manager, working with the City Clerk/ Treasurer, to invest
City funds in local banks with current relationships with the City of Yukon, Oklahoma, was
made by Council Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Zimmerman.
Council Member Selby asked what investing was done in the past? Mr. Pillmore gave a
detailed answer and said he believes that the City has an opportunity to earn a significant
funds if they can be placed in the right investments.
return on its Mr. Hort reminded the
Council that investments must be allowable under State requirements.
The vote:
AYES: Selby, Pillmore, Shriver, Wootton, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
9.
Consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Yukon and
the Yukon Fraternal Order of Police for purchase of fifty- one ( 51) taser units, cartridges
needed for the devices and holsters for the police officers of the Yukon Police
Department, in the amount of $ 221, 819. 40, to be paid annually over five ( 5) years, in the
amount not to exceed $ 47, 910. 24, to be paid from the Police PEST Fund
The motion to approve Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Yukon and the
Yukon Fraternal Order of Police for purchase of fifty- one ( 51) taser units, cartridges needed for
the devices and holsters for the police officers of the Yukon Police Department, in the amount
of $ 221, 819. 40, to be paid annually over five ( 5) years, in the amount not to exceed
47, 910. 24, to be paid from the Police PEST Fund, was made by Council Member Zimmerman
and seconded by Council Member Wootton.
The vote:
AYES: Pillmore, Selby, Wootton, Zimmerman, Shriver
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
10.
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024- 08, a resolution supporting continued
participation in the Main Street program
The motion to approve Resolution No. 2024- 08, a resolution supporting continued
participation in the Main Street Program, was made by Council Member Zimmerman and
seconded by Council Member Wootton.
Stephen Kerr of the Main Street Board described the role of the Main Street Program and
gave an overview of its upcoming events.
The vote:
AYES: Selby, Shriver, Zimmerman, Pillmore, Wootton
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
City Council Minutes - June 25, 2024 Page 6
11. Consider a motion to review and approve an updated Attorney- Client Agreement with
Rinehart & Rinehart, P. C., for continued employment of Roger Rinehart for City Attorney,
effective July 1, 2024
The motion to review and approve an updated Attorney- Client Agreement with Rinehart &
Rinehart, P. C., for continued employment of Roger Rinehart for City Attorney, effective July 1,
2024, was made by Council Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Shriver.
The vote:
AYES: Zimmerman, Shriver, Pillmore, Wootton, Selby
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
12. Consider approving Resolution No. 2024- 09, a resolution of the City of Yukon nominating
Cindi Shivers as a candidate to fill an open Trustee At- Large position on the Board of
Trustees of the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund ( OkMRF) representing the entire
membership for a five- year term beginning October 1, 2024, through October 1, 2029
The motion to approve Resolution No. 2024- 09, a resolution of the City of Yukon nominating
Cindi Shivers as a candidate to fill an open Trustee At- Large position on the Board of Trustees
of the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund ( OkMRF) representing the entire membership for
a five- year term beginning October 1, 2024, through October 1, 2029, was made by Council
Member Wootton and seconded by Council Member Zimmerman.
The vote:
AYES: Pillmore, Wootton, Selby, Shriver, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
VOTE: 5- 0
MOTION CARRIED
13. New Business - None
14. Council Discussion: ( This item is reserved for announcements, recognitions, etc. and is
not intended for the conduct of City business by members of the public body)
Council Member Selby thanked her outgoing Library Board member, Mary Ward, and
welcomed Courtney Winkler to the Board.
Council Member Zimmerman mentioned that two Yukon High School Alumni were competing
at this year' s Olympic Trials.
Council Member Shriver said that the 37- year career of Bobby Boyd was impressive.
Council Member Wootton noted that Coach Boyd was a positive influence for many students
over his career, and thanked Mr. Rinehart, Mr. Hort, and Ms. Shivers for their work.
Mayor Pillmore talked about his visit to Savannah Station and how much he enjoyed it. He
read a City Events. He then asked Pam Shelton to speak about the
list of upcoming
upcoming KOCO- TV tour that will include Yukon, and he noted that the state Wildlife
Department will soon be relocating some of the excessive number of geese and ducks from
various parks.
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