Meeting Summary
The City Council approved significant rezoning requests for new commercial and recreational developments, alongside updating zoning regulation fees with a plan for future review. Key governance changes included the de-annexation of Riverside Mobile Home Park and the sunsetting of numerous inactive city boards and commissions. The Municipal Authority secured substantial grant funding for fleet upgrades and water infrastructure, while the Hospital Authority reviewed its strong investment performance and approved community improvement grants.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezoning 920 North Depot
30:00Approved rezoning from R-6 to a simplified PUD (C-2 underlying) for a commercial business at 920 North Depot, including a parking reduction and increased buffering. The developer made concessions to the neighborhood association.
PUD Amendment for Trampoline Park
43:00Approved an amendment to an existing PUD at 10011 Southeast 15th Street to allow for an indoor trampoline park (Sky Zone) in a vacant grocery store and adjust signage regulations.
Amendment to Zoning Regulation Fees
59:00Approved an ordinance to amend zoning regulation fees, adopting the staff's recommended fee schedule with a commitment to review the rates again in 12 months.
Acquisition of 2813-2816 Park Lawn Drive
1:10:00Approved a resolution of necessity to acquire properties at 2813-2816 Park Lawn Drive for the extension of Burlingame onto Park Lawn, improving access and public safety for the hospital zone expansion.
Emergency Reserve Levels
1:37:00Approved amending Resolution 28-08A to increase the General Fund emergency reserve to 20% and other specified funds (Police, Fire, Welcome Center, Convention & Visitors Bureau, Juvenile Fund) to 10% of budgetary operating expenditures.
De-annexation of Riverside Mobile Home Park
1:50:00Approved the de-annexation of Riverside Mobile Home Park, transferring water and sewer line ownership to the park owner while the city continues to provide services at increased rates. Police services will be provided by the county.
Sunset of City Boards and Commissions
2:00:00Approved a resolution to sunset 10 inactive city boards, committees, and commissions and established new guidelines for the creation and operation of future governmental bodies.
Commercial Land Contract Assignment
2:45:00Approved the assignment of a commercial land contract to purchase 1.75 acres at 8912-8920 Southeast 29th Street for $2.6 million, contingent on the seller providing proof of expenses and relevant documentation.
Upcoming Community Events
Daddy Daughter Dance
Three sessions were held, with thanks to volunteers and staff for a great event.
Financial Matters
On-Road Two Program MOA
Memorandum of Agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality to replace seven eligible diesel vehicle engines to reduce nitrogen oxides, funded by Volkswagen diesel settlement money.
Financial Audit FY2024
Acceptance and approval of the clean financial audit for the City of Midwest City for the year ending June 30, 2024, with no findings or adjustments.
MCMA Emergency Reserve Levels
Amendment to Resolution MA28-08A to set the Municipal Authority's emergency reserve level at 10% of its budgetary operating expenditures.
Drinking Water SRF Promissory Note
Authorization for the issuance of a promissory note for up to $219,000 for the Starview service line connections project, funded by a 100% loan forgiveness from the Drinking Water SRF.
On-Road Two Program MOA (MCMA)
Approval of an MOA with DEQ for $1,585,048.80 to replace eligible diesel vehicle engines, mirroring the City Council's earlier approval.
Starview Service Line Connections Project Contract
Approval of a contract with Brewer Construction Oklahoma LLC for $169,890 to complete the Starview service line connections project.
Smart City Fleet Management Software
Approval of a contract not to exceed $117,840 with Routeware Inc. for smart city fleet management software for solid waste and recycling services, enhancing efficiency and customer service.
Hospital Authority Investment Management
Information-only presentation by Segal Marco Advisors on the Hospital Authority's investment performance and strategy, noting strong returns (16.9% rate of return, over $20M made this year) and plans for risk reduction.
Community Improvement Grant Program
Approval of funding recommendations for the FY 24-25 Community Improvement Grant Program, supporting various community projects including a youth football ministry and fire department training mannequins.
Leah's Hope Community Improvement Grant
Approval of funding for Leah's Hope as part of the Community Improvement Grant Program.
Commercial Land Contract Assignment
Approval of the assignment of a commercial land contract to purchase 1.75 acres at 8912-8920 Southeast 29th Street, contingent on the seller providing proof of expenses and relevant documentation.
Public Comments
Public input was received on two agenda items. For the rezoning of 920 North Depot, several phone calls and attendees at the Planning Commission hearing expressed opposition to commercial development abutting residential property, citing concerns about traffic, property values, and drainage. For the trampoline park PUD amendment, the applicant spoke in favor, emphasizing community partnership, and no public opposition was received.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Review of zoning regulation fees in 12 months (December 2025).
Watch For
- Reestablishment of combined trade boards in March.
- Reestablishment of the ADA transition committee in March.
Announcements
- Recognition of Robert Coleman for 25 years of service to Midwest City as an economic driver.
- Recognition of Tracy for 25 years of service, noted for his dedication and positive presence.
- Recognition of Es for 25 years of service to the community, including past council service.
- A successful Daddy Daughter Dance was held this past weekend, with three sessions and thanks to all volunteers and staff.
Agenda Summary
Routine consent agenda items (City Council)
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent.
EC 2196 - Rezoning 920 North Depot
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on an ordinance to redistrict from R-6 to a simplified PUD with an underlying C-2 zoning for a commercial business. Included requests for parking reduction and increased buffering.
PC 2203 - Amend PUD for 10011 Southeast 15th Street
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on an ordinance to amend an existing PUD to allow for indoor recreational use (trampoline park) in a vacant grocery store and adjust signage regulations.
EC 2199 - Amend Zoning Regulation Fees
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on an ordinance amending Midwest City code appendix A zoning regulation sections related to development review procedures and fees, proposing increases to fees that have not changed since 1990.
PC 2197 - Amend Zoning Regulations (Fencing, Containers, Carports, Residential Clusters)
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on an ordinance amending Midwest City code appendix A zoning regulations concerning supplemental regulations, including fencing, steel shipping containers, carports, and repealing residential cluster development options.
PC 2198 - Amend Zoning Regulations (Development Review Bodies)
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on an ordinance amending Midwest City code appendix A zoning regulations concerning development review bodies, specifically removing references to residential clusters.
Resolution of Necessity to Acquire 2813-2816 Park Lawn Drive
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving a resolution of necessity to acquire through condemnation proceedings properties at 2813-2816 Park Lawn Drive for the extension of Burlingame onto Park Lawn, improving access and public safety.
On-Road Two Program Memorandum of Agreement with DEQ
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving an MOA between the city and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality for $1,585,048.80 to replace eligible diesel vehicle engines to reduce nitrogen oxides.
Financial Audit of the City of Midwest City for Year Ending June 30, 2024
Discussion, consideration, and possible action accepting and approving the financial audit of the City of Midwest City for the year ending June 30, 2024, presented by Arledge Associates.
Amend Resolution 28-08A - Emergency Reserves
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving a resolution amending Resolution 28-08A by modifying the level of emergency reserves for the general fund to 20% and other specified funds to 10% of budgetary operating expenditures.
De-Annex Riverside Mobile Home Park
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving an ordinance amending the Midwest City municipal code to de-annex a portion of Midwest City (Riverside Mobile Home Park) and transfer ownership of water and sewer lines within the park to the owner.
Sunset Boards, Committees, and Commissions
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving a resolution sunsetting certain inactive boards, committees, and commissions of the City of Midwest City and setting guidelines for how future bodies shall be created.
Amend Midwest City Code Chapter 38
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving an ordinance amending Midwest City municipal code Chapter 38, making a one-word change related to the sunsetting of committees.
Routine consent agenda items (Midwest City Municipal Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Municipal Authority.
Amend Resolution MA28-08A - Emergency Reserves (Municipal Authority)
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving a resolution amending Resolution MA28-08A by modifying the level of emergency reserves for the Municipal Authority to 10% of its budgetary operating expenditures.
Drinking Water SRF Promissory Note Series 2025
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of a promissory note not to exceed $219,000 for the Starview drinking water SRF project, approving related loan and security agreements.
On-Road Two Program Memorandum of Agreement with DEQ (Municipal Authority)
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving an MOA between the Municipal Authority and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality for $1,585,048.80 to replace eligible diesel vehicle engines.
Contract with Brewer Construction Oklahoma LLC
Discussion, consideration, and possible action awarding the bid to and approving a contract with Brewer Construction Oklahoma LLC in the amount of $169,890 to complete the Starview service line connections project.
Contract with Routeware Inc. for Fleet Management Software
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving a contract with Routeware Inc. and Affiliates not to exceed $117,840 for the implementation of smart city fleet management software for solid waste and recycling services.
Routine consent agenda items (Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Hospital Authority, with one item pulled for discussion.
Reallocate Assets, Change Fund Managers, or Make Changes to Investment Policy (Hospital Authority)
Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding the Hospital Authority's investment policy, including a presentation by Keith Reynolds from Segal Marco Advisors on investment performance and strategy.
FY 24-25 Community Improvement Grant Program Funding Recommendations (Hospital Authority)
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving the funding recommendations of the Midwest City Hospital Authority Board of Grantors for the FY 24-25 Community Improvement Grant Program, totaling $167,000.
FY 24-25 Community Improvement Grant Program Funding (Leah's Hope)
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving funding recommendations for Leah's Hope as part of the FY 24-25 Community Improvement Grant Program.
Assignment of Commercial Land Contract from Sooner Investment
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving an assignment of commercial land contract from Sooner Investment to purchase a 1.75-acre tract at 8912-8920 Southeast 29th Street for $2,600,000, contingent on proof of expenses and documentation.