Michael Zimmerman

The meeting involves several administrative and infrastructure items, including the appointment of a new Ward 2 Council member, approval of various fund expenditures, and the adoption of an annual cooperation agreement with Oklahoma County. Key topics include a public hearing regarding a rezoning application, the renaming of a street segment to Centennial Parkway, authorization for internet and voice services for the police department, and a request for extended employee benefits. Additionally, the council will address the purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus units, the adoption of several updated municipal codes, and amendments to local fee structures. The Public Works Authority meeting will address sewer line improvements and the Economic Development Authority will conduct routine business.

The meeting included a presentation of the Dean Johnson Volunteer of the Year award for 2024 to Cherokee Hills Christian Church, and the introduction of new Animal Control and Communication Specialists. The council discussed and approved various expenditures, supplemental appropriations, and the surrendering of a badge upon retirement. They also discussed revoking a city business license for a massage establishment, authorized the purchase of new electric heaters, and approved an ordinance amending animal adoption fees. Additionally, MOUs with the FOP Lodge 145 and the IAFF Local 2374 for 2025 were discussed and approved. Updates were given on the Wastewater Masterplan and program, and there was a brief discussion about a Chinese restaurant interested in the old Golden Corral location.

The meetings included the swearing in of newly elected and re-elected officials, presentations to outgoing members, and the appointment of a Vice-Mayor. Discussions covered staff reports, a public hearing and action on rezoning for Woodlake Animal Hospital, and the appointment of ACOG representatives. The Public Works Authority discussed and approved a change order for sanitary sewer improvements and received reports on wastewater masterplans. The Economic Development Authority discussed a Route 66 Association Centennial Project proposal and the potential purchase of a building for a Community Center.

The City Council meeting included a presentation to a former Councilman and a Certificate of Commendation to ASEZ WAO, along with introductions of new police officers. The council discussed and approved the appointment of Scott Tribbey to the Personnel Board. They also authorized the Police Chief to purchase firearms and approved repairs to a Sanitation Rear Loading Refuse Truck. Additionally, they approved an extension of full paid benefits for Ben Chadd. The Public Works Authority meeting involved discussions and actions related to sewer department claims, a supplemental appropriation from the OWRB loan, and payment to Krapff-Reynolds. An MOU with the Pines HOA regarding the cost of the Pines Dam repair was approved, and authorizations to bid for sanitary sewer and dam/spillway improvements were granted. SRB reports covered the Wastewater Masterplan and program. The Economic Development Authority meeting included discussions on updating and printing city brochures and identifying businesses to pursue for relocation to Warr Acres.

The council discussed various topics, including a presentation to Inspector Mike Woodard for his retirement. They also discussed the possibility of adding questions and comments from Warr Acres residents back onto the agenda. The council discussed and took action on authorizing OMAG to apply escrow account funds to the Workers' Compensation policy premium and approved resolutions for financing poly-carts and a sideload truck. Additionally, they discussed and took action on a request for an extension of full paid benefits for John Feith and ordinances related to the Code Enforcement Officer and Building Inspector. An ordinance was discussed and approved to establish an annual fee for alarm permits. The council also discussed road maintenance, animal control, and electrical poles.