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CITY OF CATOOSA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
March 17, 2008
I: Meeting Convened:
A: A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Catoosa was held and called to order by Mayor Rita Lamkin at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, the 17th day of March, 2008, at Catoosa City Hall, 214 S. Cherokee, Catoosa, Oklahoma. The meeting was held in compliance with the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and was posted in accordance therewith at least 48 hours in advance at City Hall for the purpose of discussion, consideration and possible action on the following agenda items.
B: Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lamkin.
C: Roll Call: The following council members were present for this meeting: Penny Chambers; Sandy Myers; Robert Brown; Cathie Langston; Vice Mayor Mike Appel; Mayor Rita Lamkin and the City Attorney, Timothy P. Studebaker. Council member, Linda Paylor was absent from this meeting.
The following staff members were present for this meeting: Judy Scullawl, City Clerk; R. J. Phillips Administrative Assistant; Brenny Dunlap, Code Enforcement/City Inspector; Jim Hodges, City Planner; Al Pringle, PWA Director/Maintenance Supervisor; Denus Benton, Fire Chief; Jeff Kolker, City Auditor; and Doug Alexander, City Engineer.
D: Approval of Minutes for 03/03/08 Pre- and Regular Meeting and for 03/12/08 Special Meeting: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Cathie Langston to approve the minutes for the March 3, 2008, pre- and regular meeting and for the March 12, 2008 special meeting. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
E: Approval of Claims: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Cathie Langston to approve the claims as listed and as read. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
F: Approval of Financial Statements: NONE
II: PUBLIC COMMENTS: NONE
III: AGENDA ITEMS:
ITEM #1: Discussion, consideration and possible action on opening bids and awarding a contract on the Catoosa FY07 CDBG Street Resurfacing Project Central Catoosa #12676 CDBG 06. (Doug Alexander, City Engineer) (See Enclosure)
Doug Alexander, City Engineer opened and read aloud the following bids:
BECCO Contractors, Inc $332, 080.00
Tri-Star Construction, LLC $291,525.00
APAC – Oklahoma, Inc. $285,072.00
Horizon Construction Co. Inc. $316,311.13
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Cathie Langston to award the contract on the Catoosa FY07 CDBG Street Resurfacing Project Central Catoosa #12676 CDBG 06 to the low bidder, APAC – Oklahoma, Inc. in the amount of $285,072.00 subject to review and approval of documents by the City Engineer. The motionpassed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #2: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the City of Catoosa installing a master water meter at 193rd and Cherokee and to provide water service to the area developments. (Doug Alexander, City Engineer) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Robert Brown to approve the City of Catoosa doing a feasibility study and negotiate with the City of Tulsa concerning installing a master water meter at 193rd and Cherokee and to provide water service to the area development. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #3: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove obtaining Short Term/Long Term Disability Coverage for city employees at the City of Catoosa’s Expense. (Mayor Rita Lamkin and/or Jeff Lazalier w/Premier Advisors Group) (See Enclosures)
A motion was made by Mayor Rita Lamkin and seconded by Robert Brown to approve obtaining Short Term/Long Term Disability Coverage for city employees at the City of Catoosa’s expense with premier Advisors Group at the rate of $449.33 per month for short term disability and $326.07 for the long term disability. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #4: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the demolition of structures (not residence) on property described as Lots 7, 8, & 9 of Block 23 City of Catoosa OT, and more commonly known as 112 S. Cherokee, Catoosa, Oklahoma 74015 and owned by Betty Ann Horner.(Brenny Dunlap, Code Enforcement/City Inspector) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Mayor Rita Lamkin and seconded by Vice Mayor Mike Appel to, based on the agreement of Mr. Buck Reynolds to tear down two metal buildings that this action to declare the front side building to be passed for thirty (30) days to be put on the agenda for the April 21, 2008 meeting for Mr. Dunlap’s further inspection and clarification as to whether this is a dilapidated building. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #5: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove to hear appeal and declare the property owner, Betty Ann Horner, (Lots 7, 8, 9 of Block 23 City of Catoosa OT, 112 South Cherokee) to be in violation of the City of Catoosa Code of Ordinances pursuant to Section 5-3-1 et seq. 110.S. § 22-111; in regards to hay bales located on said property. (Brenny Dunlap, Code Enforcement/City Inspector) (See Enclosures)
A motion was made by Mayor Rita Lamkin and seconded by Vice Mayor Mike Appel that after hearing the appeal of Betty Ann Horner through her representative that the City Council declare the property Lots 7, 8, & 9 of Block 23 City of Catoosa OT, 112 South Cherokee, to be in violation of the City of Catoosa Code of Ordinances pursuant to Section 5-3-1 et seq. 110.S. § 22-111; in regards to hay bales located on said property and that the property owner shall remove said hay bales. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-nay; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-nay; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #6: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the acceptance of the Cherokee Nation Police Grant Monies for 2008 in the amount of $3,173.23 to purchase police video mics. (Raymond Rodgers, Police Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Robert Brown to approve and accept the Cherokee Nation Police Grant Monies for 2008 in the amount of $3,173.23 to purchase police video mics. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #7: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the rental of a skid loader and related equipment for one (1) month (March 17th to April 17th) from Warren CAT. (Al Pringle/Maintenance Supervisor/PWA Director) (See Enclosures)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Penny Chambers to approve the rental of a skid loader and related equipment for one (1) month (March 17th to April 17th) from Warren CAT in the amount of $2,406.00. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkinaye.
ITEM #8: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove awarding a bid for the grinding and chipping of the ice storm tree debris behind the Rolling Hills Fire Station. (Al Pringle, Maintenance Supervisor/PWA Director) (See Enclosures)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Mayor Rita Lamkin to award a bid for the grinding and chipping of the ice storm tree debris behind the Rolling Hills Fire Station for $2.25 per yard for 9000 yards at $20,250.00 to Wright Tree Care Company. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel- aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #9: Discussion, consideration and possible action to appoint a Budget Committee for the Fiscal Year 2008-2009. (Mayor Lamkin)
A motion was made by Mayor Rita Lamkin and seconded by Robert Brown to appoint Rita Lamkin, Mayor; Robert Brown, Councilmember and Sandy Myers, Councilmember to the budget committee for the Fiscal Year 2008-2009. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #10: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove amending Ordinance No. 275-C to extend the burning restriction dates to include through May 30th of each year. (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Cathie Langston to approve amending Ordinance No. 275-C to extend the burning restriction dates to include through May 30th of each year. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #11: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove purchasing a utility bed w/boxes for the Fire Department’s 2008 Ford Super Duty 1-Ton Truck. (2008 Ford purchased w/Agriculture Department Grant) Vehicle. (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosure
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Cathie Langston to approve purchasing a utility bed for the Fire Department’s 2008 Ford Super Duty 1-Ton Truck from Caseco Truck Body in the amount of $2,250.00. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-1aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #12: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove purchasing a skid and pump unit for the Fire Department. (This is a self contained water pump and tank.) (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Cathie Langston to approve purchasing a skid and pump unit for the Fire Department from W. S. Darley & Company in the amount of $12,518.00. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #13: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove purchasing a bumper and winch for the front bumper of the 2008 Ford Super Duty 1-Ton Truck. (2008 Ford purchased w/Agricultural Department Grant) (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Robert Brown to approve purchasing a winch from Ramsey Winch in the amount of $800.00 and purchasing a bumper from DPI Industries in the amount of $800.00 with DPI Industries installing said winch and bumper for the 2008 Ford Super Duty 1-ton Truck. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #14: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove purchasing lettering and striping for the Fire Department’s 2008 Ford Truck and the 2008 Chevrolet Truck. (Denus Benton Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Sandy Myers and seconded by Penny Chambers to approve
purchasing lettering and striping for the Fire Department’s 2008 Ford Truck and the 2008
Chevrolet Truck from Kip Beisly Signs in the amount of $930.00. The motion passed
with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye;
Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #15: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the purchase of two (2) light bars for the Fire Department vehicles. (1-for the 2008 Ford and 1-for the 2008 Chevrolet. (Denus Benton Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Sandy Myers and seconded by Vice Mayor Mike Appel to approve the purchase of two (2) light bars for the Fire Department vehicles 1- for the 2008 Ford and 1-for the 2008 Chevrolet trucks from GALL’S in the amount of $1,759.90. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #16: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the purchase of two (2) sirens and two (2) speakers for Fire Department vehicles. (1-for the 2008 Ford truck and 1-for the 2008 Chevrolet truck) (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Robert Brown to approve the purchase of two (2) sirens and two (2) speakers for Fire Department vehicles (1-for the 2008 Ford Truck and 1-for the 2008 Chevrolet Truck) from GALL’S in the amount of $1,059.78. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers- aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #17: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the purchase of two (2) radios for Fire Department vehicles. (1-for the 2008 Ford truck & 1-for the 2008 Chevrolet truck) (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Cathie Langston to approve the purchase of two (2) radios for the Fire Department vehicles, 2008 Ford and the 2008 Chevrolet, from RELM Wireless Corporation for $658.68 plus shipping. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #18: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the purchase of tire chains for Engine No. 1. (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosures)
A motion was made by Sandy Myers and seconded by Vice Mayor Mike Appel to repost this item to the April 7, 2008 meeting. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston- aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #19: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the purchase of a “four gas meter” for the Fire Department. (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosure)
A motion was made by Sandy Myers and seconded by Vice Mayor Mike Appel to repost this item to the April 7, 2008 meeting. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston- ye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #20: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove the purchase of a Fire Truck Engine/Pumper and equipment. (Denus Benton, Fire Chief) (See Enclosures)
A motion was made by Mayor Rita Lamkin and seconded by Sandy Myers to the purchase of a Fire Truck Engine/Pumper and equipment from Emergency Vehicles Resources, LLC in Claremore,Oklahoma for the price of $272,763.00 and factory installed extra equipment at the Fire Chief’s choosing not to exceed $6,000.00. The motionpassed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
ITEM #21: Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve or disapprove method of payment of said Fire Truck, i.e. Lease Purchase or Cash Purchase via transfer of necessary funds.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Penny Chambers to approve paying out $140,000.00 from the Fire Department Fund and investigate the lease purchase agreement from either the company or the bank for the balance and that agreement comes back to the city council as soon as it’s available. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
IV: EXECUTIVE SESSION:
ITEM #22: Motion to go into Executive Session, at the advice of the City Attorney, to consider the above matter(s); and to reconvene, take possible action on such matter(s) in Open Session, and to authorize the Mayor and/or City Attorney to take all appropriate action(s) under the guidelines as discussed and directed by the City Council.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mike Appel and seconded by Sandy Myers to go into executive session. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers- aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
The meeting was reconvened by Mayor Lamkin.
A motion was made by Mayor Rita Lamkin and seconded by Vice Mayor Mike Appel to authorize the City Attorney to make an offer to Duane Rector, President of Triton Electric, Inc. in the amount of $55,000.00 for property as described in our packet and sitting to the east of our current Fire Station No. 2 on Pine Street contingent upon an appraisal substantiating that costs with $5,500.00 down earnest money and authorizing the City Attorney to obtain an appraisal and further authorizing the City Attorney to negotiate the sale price based on the appraisal. The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston- aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
IV: NEW BUSINESS: NONE
V: COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS: NONE
Ward No. 1 Council Member Penny Chambers
Ward No. 2 Council Member Sandy Myers
Ward No. 3 Council Member Robert Brown
Ward No. 4 Council Member Linda Paylor
Ward No. 5 Council Member Cathie Langston
Ward No. 6 Council Member & Vice Mayor Mike Appel
Mayor Rita Lamkin
Municipal Attorney Timothy P. Studebaker
City Clerk Judy Scullawl
Administrative Assistant R. J. Phillips
City Treasurer
VII: ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, a motion was made by Penny Chambers and seconded by Vice Mayor Mike Appel to adjourn (10:34 p.m.). The motion passed with the following votes: Penny Chambers-aye; Sandy Myers-aye; Robert Brown-aye; Cathie Langston-aye; Vice Mayor Mike Appel-aye; Mayor Rita Lamkin-aye.
Approved on this_____ day of _________________________, 2008
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Judy Scullawl, City Clerk Rita Lamkin, Mayor
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