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City of Norman OK
Building an Inclusive Community
City Manager Weekly Report
July 14, 2023
This City Manager's Report is sent each week and serves as the City Manager's "update" to City Council on items that are useful for scheduling purposes and/or communicating with constituents on matters of interest. It also provides details on special events, and City-wide accomplishments, to include, but not limited to:

  • Project kick-offs and completions
  • Initiatives that may affect service valued by our residents
  • Construction updates
  • Updates on inter-governmental relations, and
  • Special Recognitions for outstanding achievements

Frequent normanok.gov/news to see all City press releases, traffic advisories, and more.
MEETING CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE
MONDAY
July 17
3:30 PM
Floodplain Permit Committee
TUESDAY
July 18
1:30 PM
Development Oversight Committee for TIF District #2

3:30 PM
Norman Forward Sales Tax Citizen Financial Oversight Board

5:30 PM
Greenbelt Commission
WEDNESDAY
July 19
2:30 PM
Regional Transit Authority of Central Oklahoma

5:30 PM
Environmental Control Advisory Board
THURSDAY
July 20
No Meetings
FRIDAY
July 21
No Meetings
MEETINGS AND LISTENING SESSIONS AS PART OF THE STRONG TOWNS COMMUNITY ACTION LAB INITIATIVE WILL BE HELD THE WEEK OF JULY 17, 2023. LEARN MORE HERE.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Review resignations, Vacancies, Expired Terms (Members Still Serving), Upcoming Appointments and Reappointments.
COMMUNICATIONS
EPISODE 12: CITY OF NORMAN CODE COMPLIANCE
In the latest episode of On West Gray, the official City of Norman podcast, Code Compliance Supervisor Kelvin Winter and Code Compliance Inspector Janita Hatley join Chief Communications Officer Tiffany Vrska to discuss the importance of Code Enforcement and its role in keeping residents safe. Listen in here or download for listening on any major streaming platform. Show transcripts are also available at normanok.gov. Questions or comments can be sent into publicaffairs@normanok.gov.
PARKS & RECREATION
NORMAN TO HOST BEEP BASEBALL WORLD SERIES IN AUGUST 2023

Norman Parks & Recreation has joined forces with VisitNorman and various partner agencies in preparation for the 2023 Beep Baseball World Series, taking place at Gillis Rother Soccer Complex the first week of August! The Beep Baseball World Series is an international tournament that brings together talented athletes who are visually impaired. This unique adaptation of baseball involves the use of a beeping ball and buzzing bases to facilitate gameplay for individuals with visual impairments. It's a remarkable sport that promotes inclusivity, teamwork, and the celebration of diverse abilities! In order to make the event a success, many volunteers are needed. Volunteer roles will include assisting with registration, guiding participants, managing equipment, providing support to the event staff, and creating a positive atmosphere for all attendees. Those interested should be at least 12 years of age and are encouraged to apply by July 25, 2023. Sign up here.
FIRE
NFD INCIDENT SUMMARY 7/6/23 - 7/12/23
Conditions were favorable for burning 4 out of 7 days.
Fire Related - 8
Overpressure rupture, explosion, overheat - no fire - 0
Emergency Medical- 238
Hazardous Condition - 11
Service Call - 21
Good Intent - 61
False Alarm - 33
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster - 0
Special Incident Type - 0

TOTAL 372
POLICE
The Norman Police Department strives to passionately serve the community through education, innovation, enforcement and excellence. NPD has been serving the residents of Norman since 1919. NPD is responsible for protecting and responding to calls that span the city's 197 square miles which include a mixture of dense urban and growing rural areas. 
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The mission of the Department of Planning and Community Development is to develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive urban planning process, emphasizing continuing interdepartmental cooperation and assistance in the preparation of plans and programs. And, to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Norman through enforcement of City Codes.
PUBLIC WORKS
STREETS PROJECT UPDATE:
Miller Avenue Curb and Gutter Maintenance Project

Three bids for the Miller Avenue Curb and Gutter Maintenance Project were received and opened on May 18, 2023. Arroyo’s Concrete LLC was the low bidder and a contract for $408,102.50 was awarded on June 27, 2023. The project includes extensive curb and gutter replacement on Miller Avenue between Alameda Street and Classen Boulevard.
 
The Contractor mobilized on July 5, 2023 and work is underway. Heavy rain on July 9 and 11 will slow progress this week.
PUBLIC UTILITIES
UTILITIES REPORT: Lake Thunderbird watershed has received additional rains and Lake Thunderbird is now over full. The current level is 3.77 feet above the full mark of 1039.00 MSL. United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is releasing water from the dam at a rate of 179 million gallons per day (MGD). Compare this to Norman’s average water usage per day, which is approximately 15 MGD. Due to these recent rains, the average daily water demand for the week decreased to 14.62 MGD (Million Gallons per Day) as compared to the daily water demand of 18.16 MGD for last week and is below normal for this time of year.   
COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS WILL HIGHLIGHT LAKES APPRECIATION MONTH IN JULY 2023

City of Norman staff will team up with the Pioneer Library System, Sierra Club and Oklahoma Conservation Commission to share knowledge and awareness about the vitality of lakes as part of “Libraries Love Lakes” Week – a celebration that is part of Lakes Appreciation Month – in July. Activities will include a workshop, clean-up event, guest speakers, and story time opportunities. Learn more here.
STATE AGENCY INFORMATION
Oklahoma State Election Board launches Online Voter Registration
The Oklahoma State Election Board has launched its new Online Voter Registration System, State Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax announced on July 11, 2023.

The new online system allows individuals to complete and submit a Voter Registration Application electronically following a match of data from the applicant’s Oklahoma Driver License or State Identification Card.

“Oklahoma's new Online Voter Registration System allows citizens to securely complete and submit a Voter Registration Application electronically from a desktop or mobile device. Best of all, the system has undergone rigorous testing to ensure it is safe and secure,” Ziriax said. Learn more or access link to register here.
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