Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council meeting featured numerous proclamations recognizing local achievements and community initiatives. Key decisions included the approval of preliminary plats for two commercial developments and a significant transfer of funds for the acquisition of Heritage Park Mall. Discussions regarding amendments to the City Council candidate questionnaire and ordinances for the Tree Board and Traffic and Safety Commission were extensively debated, with some items tabled for further review and others approved with amendments.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Agenda Approval
27:50Routine agenda items were approved by unanimous consent.
Reappointment of Municipal Judges
30:00The reappointments of David How, Joanne Horn, Lorenzo Banks, Joel Porter as municipal judges and Farley Ward as an alternate were approved.
Preliminary Plat of Element Office Park (PC 2211)
34:10The preliminary plat for Element Office Park, subdividing the parcel into nine commercial lots and three common area lots, was approved.
Preliminary Plat for Tract A (PC 2212)
37:00The preliminary plat for Tract A, subdividing the parcel into five commercial lots and one residential lot, was approved with additional agreements between the city and property owner.
Amendments to City Council Candidate Questionnaire
56:50A motion to take no action on the proposed amendments to the City Council candidate questionnaire and bring it back to the May 27th city council meeting was approved.
Ordinance Amending Traffic and Safety Commission
1:07:10An ordinance amending the Traffic and Safety Commission, changing the appointment period to 90 days for new officials and adding the ADA committee chairperson, was approved.
MCMA Consent Agenda Approval
1:13:10The Midwest City Municipal Authority's consent agenda was approved.
NE 23rd Waterline Extension Project (MCMA)
1:14:30The bid award and contract approval with Brewer Construction LLC for the Northeast 23rd waterline extension project was approved by the Municipal Authority.
MCMHA Consent Agenda Approval
1:16:30The Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority's consent agenda was approved.
Transfer of Funds for Heritage Park Mall Acquisition
1:28:10A one-time transfer of $9,248,155 from the Hospital Authority to the Urban Renewal Authority for the acquisition of Heritage Park Mall was approved.
SEDA Consent Agenda Approval
1:29:10The Special Economic Development Authority's consent agenda was approved.
NE 23rd Waterline Extension Project (SEDA)
1:29:50The bid award and contract approval with Brewer Construction LLC for the Northeast 23rd waterline extension project was approved by the Special Economic Development Authority.
Upcoming Community Events
Emergency Management Whole Community Planning Meeting
1:30 PM at the community center
Restore Midwest City Community Service Day
8:30 AM to 3 PM; light breakfast and lunch provided. Contact Barbara Kelton at 739-1010 for house information.
Association Celebration
5 PM to 7 PM
Third Annual Earth Day Festival and Community Resource Fair
11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the community center; includes tree board art contest, tree giveaway, vendors, exhibitors, and food trucks.
Public Works Annual Tire, Metal, and E-Waste Collection Event
Household hazardous waste facility at the Charles Johnson building on 15th Street.
SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC)
Hera Church, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Recommended for applicants needing assistance.
Financial Matters
Northeast 23rd Waterline Extension Project
Awarding bid and approving contract with Brewer Construction LLC for the waterline extension project.
Transfer of Funds for Heritage Park Mall Acquisition
One-time transfer of funds from the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority to the Midwest City Urban Renewal Authority for the acquisition of Heritage Park Mall, covering the building, moving expenses, commissioner fees, and future demolition/abatement costs.
Public Comments
Glenn Gold Schlagger, former Tree Board chairman, spoke about the Tree Board's role in maintaining Tree City USA status and commended various city departments for their collaborative efforts during recent wildfires, which contributed to the city's ISO1 rating. Kelly, a Public Information Officer with the US Small Business Administration, provided information on federal disaster assistance loans available to homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits affected by the November 2024 tornadoes in Oklahoma County, detailing application deadlines and locations.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Amendments to City Council candidate questionnaire (to May 27th city council meeting)
- Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code Chapter 43 (Trees) (to May 27th city council meeting)
Deadlines
- SBA Physical Damage Disaster Loan Application: May 27th, 2025
- SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Application: December 29th, 2025
- Heritage Park Mall owner's 30-day period to object to acquisition procedure (starts this week)
- Heritage Park Mall owner's 60-day period to challenge monetary award (starts this week)
Watch For
- Budget discussion at the next city council meeting
- RFP process for the redevelopment of the Heritage Park Mall site
Announcements
- Recognition of Midwest ROC cadets AA Smith and Mills for leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Proclamation of April 24th as Carl Albert Men's High School Swim Day, celebrating their back-to-back state championship.
- Proclamation of April 23rd as Carl Albert High School Women's Swim Day, recognizing their second-place finish at the state championship.
- Proclamation of April 2025 as Fair Housing Month, marking the 57th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act.
- Proclamation of April 14th through 18th as National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week.
- Proclamation of April 14th through 18th as Midwest City Telecommunication Week, honoring 911 dispatchers as first responders.
- Proclamation of April 2025 as Super Recycling Month, recognizing residents for proper recycling habits.
- Proclamation of April 25th as Arbor Day, encouraging tree planting.
- Emergency Management will host a whole community planning meeting on Tuesday, April 29th at 1:30 PM at the community center.
- Restore Midwest City Community Service Day is Saturday, May 3rd, from 8:30 AM to 3 PM, with light breakfast and lunch provided.
- The Association Celebration 'Save the Date' is June 5th, from 5 PM to 7 PM.
- The Third Annual Earth Day Festival and Community Resource Fair will be held on April 26th, from 11 AM to 4 PM at the community center, featuring a tree board art contest, tree giveaway, vendors, and food trucks.
- Public Works will hold its annual tire, metal, and e-waste collection event on May 10th at the household hazardous waste facility.
- The compost facility will be closed from May 24th to May 27th for Memorial Day weekend, reopening on Tuesday, May 27th.
- Sanitation routes will change for the Memorial Day holiday; Monday trash routes will be picked up on Wednesday, May 28th.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda (City Council)
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion.
Item 7: Reappointment of Municipal Judges
Discussion and consideration of reappointing David How, Joanne Horn, Lorenzo Banks, Joel Porter as municipal judges and Farley Ward as an alternate.
PC 2211: Preliminary Plat of Element Office Park
Public hearing and consideration of approval for the preliminary plat of Element Office Park, located at 10505 Southeast 15th Street, to subdivide into nine commercial lots and three common area lots.
PC 2212: Preliminary Plat for Tract A
Public hearing and consideration of approval for the preliminary plat of Tract A, located in the northeast corridor section 7 township 11 north range west of Indian meridian, to subdivide into five commercial lots and one residential lot.
Amendments to City Council Candidate Questionnaire
Discussion and consideration of approving amendments to the City of Midwest City's Council candidate questionnaire, including additional questions based on an Attorney General's opinion and dual office holding.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code Chapter 43 (Trees)
Discussion and consideration of approving an ordinance amending Chapter 43, dealing with the Tree Board's duties, responsibilities, and powers, including changes to the nomination process and minute-taking requirements.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code Chapter 2, Article 7 (Traffic and Safety Commission)
Discussion and consideration of approving an ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article 7, concerning the Traffic and Safety Commission, including changes to member appointments, terms, and meeting requirements.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Municipal Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion.
Awarding Bid and Approving Contract for NE 23rd Waterline Extension Project (MCMA)
Discussion and consideration of awarding the bid to and approving a contract with Brewer Construction LLC for the Northeast 23rd waterline extension project.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion.
Discussion Item 1 (MCMHA)
No action needed on this item.
Transfer of Funds for Urban Renewal Project Sunrise (Heritage Park Mall)
Discussion and consideration of approving a one-time transfer of funds for fiscal year 2425 from the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority to the Midwest City Urban Renewal Authority for the purposes of the Urban Renewal Project Sunrise, specifically for the acquisition of Heritage Park Mall.
Consent Agenda (Special Economic Development Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion.
Awarding Bid and Approving Contract for NE 23rd Waterline Extension Project (SEDA)
Discussion and consideration of awarding the bid to and approving a contract with Brewer Construction LLC for the Northeast 23rd waterline extension project.