Moore City Council approves water rate increase and fee schedule updates

The Moore City Council convened on March 17, 2025, to address several key agenda items, primarily focused on updates to the city's fee schedule and water rates.

The meeting began with the approval of a motion, followed by a discussion on Resolution Number 104.25. This resolution proposed significant changes to the city's fee structure, notably an increase in water rates across various accounts, including residential and commercial categories. The Vice Mayor clarified that the water rate adjustments were driven by increases from the Oklahoma City water supply. Additionally, the resolution aimed to remove the court cost fee for filing criminal offenses and eliminate the off-site massage license, which was deemed unnecessary due to recent changes in the massage ordinance. The council unanimously approved this resolution.

Following this, the council considered Resolution Number 105.25, which adopted the updated schedule of fees and charges. This resolution was a straightforward approval of the new fee schedule reflecting the changes discussed earlier. The council again voted unanimously in favor.

The meeting then transitioned to the Moore Public Works Authority (MPWA) meeting, where the council approved a consent docket that included items A and B. This was followed by another resolution adopting the fee schedule for the MPWA, which also passed unanimously.

The council then recessed the MPWA meeting and moved into the Moore Risk Management meeting, where they approved another consent docket without any objections. Finally, the meeting transitioned to the Moore Economic Development Authority, where attendance was confirmed, and the council proceeded to approve another consent docket item.

Overall, the meeting was characterized by a series of unanimous votes on resolutions and consent items, reflecting a collaborative approach to updating the city's fee structures and addressing operational needs. The council's next steps will likely involve monitoring the impacts of the new water rates and fee adjustments on the community.