Administration
Mission
The Mission of the Administration Division is to provide management support to the Engineering, Fleet, Stormwater, Street, and Traffic Control Divisions.
Description
The Administration Division is composed of the Director of Public Works and one Administrative Technician IV.
Director of Public Works - Shawn O'Leary, P.E., CFM
Management Analyst - Cydney Karstens, MPA
(405) 366-5453
Goals
- Evaluate and identify present and future community needs, establish priorities, formulate long and short range public works plan. Research, develop and implement new strategies for innovative and improved service.
- Ensure all work is performed in conformance with appropriate standards and specifications and maintain awareness of federal and state regulations as they apply to various areas within the Public Works Department.
- Establish goodwill and resolve/respond to various issues by attending meetings, and through correspondence with various County, State and Federal regulatory agencies, civic and business associations, representatives of the press, City officials, citizens, and other City departments.
- Improve the appearance of the community through implementation of specific projects and programs.
- Implement American Public Works Association (APWA) Accreditation Program with an eye toward “continuous improvement”.
Objectives
- Coordinate major highway improvement projects with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation including Interstate 35, State Highway 9, and US Highway 77 and Robinson Street Underpass.
- Continue the process of compliance with EPA and ODEQ Phase II Storm Water regulations by fulfilling the requirements of the NPDES permit and educate the community on the regulations.
- Reduce traffic congestion/delay by monitoring and upgrading current Traffic Signal Timing Program, capital projects and other pro-active traffic system improvements.
- Enhance traffic safety by continuing the Traffic Calming Program.
- Expand the City beautification program started as a litter control program including a right-of-way mowing and edging program through contract services and enhanced street sweeping operations.
- Enhance City’s storm water management and flood control programs through the successful completion of the Storm Water Master Plan.
Alternative Fuel

On February 24, 2009, Norman City Council adopted the Norman Alternative Fuel Program, one of very few such municipal programs in Oklahoma. Since that time, the City has become a leader in alternative fuel technology. Out of 101 Public/Private Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Facilities located in the Oklahoma Natural Gas (ONG) network, the City of Norman's CNG Fueling Facility is ranked 10th in Oklahoma for total volume throughput with a total dekatherm usage of 161,656 translating into 1,293,248 gas gallon equivalents. In addition to environmental benefits, the city has saved approximately $1,453,303 since 2009 in fuel costs by replacing traditional fuel vehicles with CNG vehicles.
On January 9, 2012, The City of Norman opened a CNG Fueling Facility with public access. The station provides CNG for citizens and city vehicles. The facility was built with the aid of stimulus funds. In 2016, extra storage was added to the station and a smart control panel was added to take advantage of off-peak compressor use so our CNG compressors do not run as much during peak hours. Staff anticipates annual savings of electricity costs of demand charges by OG&E from 11 cents to 5 cents per KWh, translating into savings of $4,000 over the 5 month period each year.
Where applicable, green procurement is used by buying CNG or Biofuel vehicles whenever possible and every vehicle we purchase must be in the top 3% of fuel efficiency in its class. We partner with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) and utilize grants to help offset the cost of alternative fuel technology for vehicles and the fueling facility.
Fleet Division Benchmarks
Mechanic Productivity
GOAL 72.0% |
|
2017 |
83.7% |
2018 |
87.4% |
2019 |
84.3% |
Fleet Size
TOTAL FLEET SIZE 895 |
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Sedans - 133 |
119 Police Black/White Patrol Units & 2 Motorcylces |
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Light Duty Pickups, Vans and SUV's -228 |
91 are CNG vehicles, including refuse trucks |
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Heavy Duty Trucks - 127 |
14 automated side loaders |
12 front loaders |
11 rear loaders |
7 transfer trucks (5th wheels) |
Trailers - 78 |
includes trailer mounted equipment |
6 transfer trailers (walking floor trailers) |
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Support Equipment - 223 |
loaders, backhoes, graders |
street sweepers |
brush rigs |
AG tractors |
Turf Equipment - 107 |
spreaders, mowers, sprayers |
Parts Purchased
2017 |
$1,055,977 |
2018 |
$1,224,946 |
2019 |
$1,159,01 |
Oil Purchased
2017 |
$33,628 |
2018 |
$33,189 |
2019 |
$34,579 |
Tires Purchased
2017 |
$243,042 |
2018 |
$326,343 |
2019 |
$299,687 |
Fuel
YEAR |
TYPE |
GALLONS |
COSTS |
AVG cost per gallon |
2017 |
Diesel |
321,662 $783,922 $2.44 268,196 |
$432,250 |
$1.61 |
Unleaded |
232,529 |
$393,305 |
$1.69 |
|
Compressed Natural Gas |
208,278 |
$156,965 |
$0.75 |
|
2018 |
Diesel |
225,878 |
$447,691 |
$1.98 |
Unleaded |
236,811 |
$469,473 |
$1.98 |
|
Compressed Natural Gas |
211,462 |
$230,494 |
$1.09 |
|
2019 |
Diesel |
245,985 |
$534,801 |
$2.17 |
Unleaded |
232,424 |
$466,874 |
$2.01 |
|
Compressed Natural Gas |
214,877 |
$234,305 |
$1.09 |
Capital Purchases
2016 |
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT OUTLAY |
$3,191,752 |
SANITATION OUTLAY |
$1,467,331 |
|
2017 |
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT OUTLAY |
$5,201,121 |
SANITATION OUTLAY |
$2,060,550 |
|
2018 |
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT OUTLAY |
$3,644,427 |
SANITATION OUTLAY |
$1,853,000 |
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Fleet Division Blue Seal of Excellence

Through hard work and dedication from Fleet employees, The Fleet Division has now been a member of the Blue Seal of Excellence Recognition Program since 2008 and qualifies for recognition by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. This was achieved by having at least 75% of technicians National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified, with at least one technician ASE certified in each area of service offered. The Fleet Division has received an engraved plaque to acknowledge the outstanding accomplishment.
Fleet employees have a combined total of approximately 300+ years of overall experience in the automotive field with over 130+ years of dedicated service to the City of Norman. We have the best employees who have a commitment to excellence and take great pride in their work.
Auto Service Technicians and Tire Repair Technicians are not included in the 75% formula, only Auto Parts Specialist/Auto Parts Assistant/Mechanic I/Mechanic II
The formulas is as follows: total # of ASE certified employees divided by total # of tech employees, actual percentage must equal 75% or more.
Applications for Blue Seal are processed quarterly. Once recognized, you must display the recognition materials and agree that the requirements of 75% will be kept. In the event that you no longer meet these standards, you must report the change and remove all recognition materials.
Recertification is done on a year-to-year basis (ours being in October). In September, we will receive an automated mailing with the prior year’s application.
Public Works Department Organizational Chart
Staff
Design and Survey

Design and Survey
The Design and Survey team are a technical support group
that gathers civil engineering data to present to Engineers and Staff to
determine solutions, costs, and plans for multiple projects for design and
development.
Information presented by our staff is in a graphical
format; drawings, charts, and tables and by utilizing digital geographical data
or aerial photography.
Design and Survey also manages
information about past projects (As-Built Plans), which includes capital
projects and subdivision development. The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Division
uses this data to update the Interactive Norman Map.
Participation Programs
Citywide Sidewalk Reconstruction
Property owners may apply to receive
financial support to repair damaged sidewalk adjacent to their property. These
funds can also be used to construct a new sidewalk along an entire city block
if 80% of the property owners agree to pay 50% of the construction costs. (Sidewalk Program Application)
Core Area Driveway Repair
This program encourages property
owners to upgrade gravel and deteriorated residential driveways with concrete
in the core area. Property owner are reimbursed for approved work done
by their hired contractor to improve their driveway approach and parking pad.
Participation Program applications are
accepted year round by mail, email, or fax; and available funding is limited to
the current fiscal year budget. (Driveway Application)
Design Projects
Sidewalk Program for Schools and Arterials
This project will construct sidewalks in elementary schools districts that have
no sidewalks and along arterial roads with heavy pedestrian traffic that currently
have no sidewalks. Locations are rated with established criteria to determine project
priority.
Downtown Area Sidewalks and Curbs
This project repairs deteriorated sidewalks and curbs in the downtown area. Sites
will be chosen by city staff based on recommendations from the Downtown Merchants
Association.
Sidewalk Accessibility
This annual program is to provide wheelchair ramps where none exist and rebuild
existing ramps that do not comply with the American with Disabilities Act.
With input from interested citizens and neighborhood groups, City Staff
and City Council select the proposed construction sites.
Bench Marks
This term used in surveying denotes a monument to mark a reference location and
elevation of a point ensuring that it can be used in the future. These marks
set by licensed registered surveyors help with construction and drainage projects both
public and private. The City of Norman has records of bench marks set by state agencies
and private firms.
City of Norman Benchmark Data:
Benchmark Map Pages 301-312 Pages 313-324 Pages 325-336 Pages 337-348
Pages 349-360 Pages 361-372 Pages 373-384 Pages 385-396 Pages 400-409
Some monuments are no longer valid see status: Survey Monument Status
911 Addressing
An essential process for health and safety of citizens is the addressing of development
of new subdivided properties. Design and Survey provides this information to the
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG), Norman Emergency Services,
Permitting Services, Development Services, Utilities, and Postal Services.
Engineering Staff
City Engineer
City Engineer - Scott Sturtz, P.E., CFM
Administrative Technician III - Rachel Warila
Capital Projects
Capital Projects Engineer - Tim Miles, P.E.
Capital Projects Engineer - Paul D'Andrea, P.E.
Capital Projects Engineer - vacant
Development
Subdivision Development Manager – Ken Danner
Devleopment Engineer - Todd McLellan, P.E. CFM
Subdivision Development Coordinator - Jack Burdett
Engineering Assistant - David Miller
City Surveyor - Beau Winfrey, PLS
Engineering Technician I (Addressing) - Josh Chavez
Construction
Construction Manager - Chris Serrano, MBA
Utility Coordinator - Casey Felty, MA
(4) Construction Inspectors
Fleet Division
Fleet Superintendent- Mike White
Administrative Technician III- Sharon Hamilton
Administrative Technician III- Tammie Fertic
Automotive/Light Equipment Repair Supervisor - Mark Delgado
Equipment Support Supervisor - Brian Churchwell
Truck/Heavy Equipment Repair Supervisor - William Nance
Remaining Staff:
- Auto Service Technicians - 5 positions
- EVT Fleet Specialist
- EVT Mechanic II
- Field Service Mechanic II
- Fleet Service Writer
- Fleet Welder
- Mechanic I - 2 positions
- Mechanic II - 5 positions
- Tire Repair Technician
- Transit Fleet Specialist
- Transit Mechanic II - 2 positions
Basic Technician Requirements:
- Class A CDL with "N" and "T" endorsements within 12 months of hire
- Oklahoma Department of Labor Alternative Fuels Equipment License within 12 months of hire
- Auto Service Technicians must have a minimum of six months basic automotive experience and are not required to hold any ASE Certifications
- Mechanic I must have one to two years experience and hold 5 ASE Certifications within the first six months of hire
- Mechanic II must have two to three years experience and be ASE Master Certified within the first six months of hire
Points are awarded at hire and promotion time for each line obtained and held current for ASE Certifications, EVT Certifications, Alt. Fuels License, and/or CDL. Additional points are awarded for employees who attend seminars/training provided by local vendors.
Stormwater Division
Stormwater Program Manager:
Carrie J. Evenson, Ph.D., P.E., CFM
(405) 366-5455
Administrative Assistant:
(405) 329-2524
Stormwater Quality Group:
Stormwater Program Specialist:
Michele Loudenback, RPES, CFM
(405) 366-5435
Stormwater Compliance Inspectors:
(405) 366-5456
Stuart Shumate, CSI
(405) 217-7777
Stormwater Maintenance Group:
Stormwater Supervisor:
(405) 307-7278
Maintenance Staff:
Crew Chiefs - 2 positions
Stormwater Locator - 1 position
Heavy Equipment Operators - 2 positions
Maintenance Worker II - 7 positions
Maintenance Worker I - 3 positions
Street Division
Street Superintendent
Vacant
Administrative Technician III
Street Maintenance Supervisor
Pavement Maintenance Coordinator
Remaining staff:
- Crew Chiefs - 4 positions
- Franchise Utility Locator
- Heavy Equipment Operators - 6 positions
- Maintenance Worker II - 7 positions
- Maintenance Worker I - 6 positions
TOTAL DIVISION STAFF: 29 POSITIONS
Traffic Division
Staff and Duties:
Transportation Engineer (Division Manager) - Angelo Lombardo, P.E.
Admin Tech III (Administrative and Adopt a Street) - Michelle Rudder
Traffic Engineer (Signals, Markings, Signing, and Parking Meter Maintenance) -- David Riesland, P.E.
Capital Projects Engineer (Traffic Calming and Safe Routes to School Grants) -- Mike Rayburn, P.E.
Additional Staff:
Traffic Signal Supervisor (1)
Traffic Signal Technician (5)
Traffic Control Supervisor (1)
Crew Chief (1)
Heavy Equipment Operator (1)
Maintenance Worker II (2)
Maintenance Worker I (2)
Traffic Sign Fabricator (1)
Traffic Technician (1)
Alternative Fuel

On February 24, 2009, Norman City Council adopted the Norman Alternative Fuel Program, one of very few such municipal programs in Oklahoma. Since that time, the City has become a leader in alternative fuel technology. Out of 101 Public/Private Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Facilities located in the Oklahoma Natural Gas (ONG) network, the City of Norman's CNG Fueling Facility is ranked 10th in Oklahoma for total volume throughput with a total dekatherm usage of 161,656 translating into 1,293,248 gas gallon equivalents. In addition to environmental benefits, the city has saved approximately $1,453,303 since 2009 in fuel costs by replacing traditional fuel vehicles with CNG vehicles.
On January 9, 2012, The City of Norman opened a CNG Fueling Facility with public access. The station provides CNG for citizens and city vehicles. The facility was built with the aid of stimulus funds. In 2016, extra storage was added to the station and a smart control panel was added to take advantage of off-peak compressor use so our CNG compressors do not run as much during peak hours. Staff anticipates annual savings of electricity costs of demand charges by OG&E from 11 cents to 5 cents per KWh, translating into savings of $4,000 over the 5 month period each year.
Where applicable, green procurement is used by buying CNG or Biofuel vehicles whenever possible and every vehicle we purchase must be in the top 3% of fuel efficiency in its class. We partner with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) and utilize grants to help offset the cost of alternative fuel technology for vehicles and the fueling facility.