Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council held its final meeting of 2024, proclaiming December 10th as Dennis Clagg Day and Midwest City as a Purple Heart City. Key decisions included approving minor plats and rezonings, and amending a resolution to oppose a new Oklahoma County Jail and associated mental health facility at a specific location. The Municipal Authority approved a contract for a needs assessment of the Public Works facility, and the Special Economic Development Authority awarded a contract for the Sooner Rose Sanitary Improvement project using ARPA funds.
Key Decisions & Votes
Minor Plat of Casey's General Store
19:00Approved the consolidation of two lots into a single lot for Casey's General Store at Town Center Plaza, addressing service line issues and clarifying right-of-way.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning for Sooner Baptist Church Property
22:50Approved amending the comprehensive plan and rezoning the property from R6/C3/C4 to C3, aligning with surrounding commercial districts.
Final Plat of Urban Edge
26:50Approved the final plat for Urban Edge, confirming compliance with zoning and subdivision regulations after infrastructure construction, with sidewalks to be installed via a letter of credit.
Opposition to Oklahoma County Jail and Mental Health Facility Location
30:20Adopted an amendment to Resolution 2024-02, expanding the city's official opposition to include a proposed mental health facility (as an aspect of the jail) at 1901 East Grand Boulevard, in addition to the jail itself.
Public Works Facility Needs Assessment Contract
39:50Approved a contract with BK Inc. for $115,240 to conduct a needs assessment, site evaluation, and concept design for the Public Works facility, addressing current needs and future growth.
Sooner Rose Sanitary Improvement Project Contract
51:00Approved awarding the base bid and bid alternate to Cimarron Construction Company for $3,518,280 for the Sooner Rose Sanitary Improvement project, addressing two critical sewer issues using ARPA funds.
Executive Session
52:00Approved entering into executive session to discuss matters pertaining to the purchase or appraisal of real property for Projects Adam and Baker.
Upcoming Community Events
2025 Martin Luther King Prayer Breakfast
7:30 AM at the Reed Center. Theme: 'Mission is Mission possible protecting freedom justice and democracy in the spirit of nonviolence 365'. Tickets are $30 each, $300 for a table of eight, or sponsorships of $2500, $1500, or $1000. Contact Don M. at DM@Midwestcity.org.
Holiday Light Spectacular
Open Sunday through Thursday from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Also open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Financial Matters
Neighborhood Initiative Food Drive Donations
The 14th annual food drive collected $600 in cash donations and $5,000 in community donations, including $2,400 from Epic Energy and Renewables, $1,500 from Post Oaks Toyota, $500 from Ann's Appraisal Service, and $300 from Logistics. These donations will help support 150 families at Christmas.
Public Works Facility Needs Assessment Contract
Contract with BK Inc. for a needs assessment, site evaluation, and concept design for the Public Works facility. Funds for this project have been set aside over several years.
Sooner Rose Sanitary Improvement Project Contract
Awarded contract to Cimarron Construction Company for a sewer improvement project on the west side of town, addressing two critical problem areas. This project will utilize ARPA funds.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Special Joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting on January 14, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a presentation and discussion regarding the Midwest City Comprehensive Plan update.
Announcements
- Recognition of ROC unit cadets from Carl Albert High School: Cadet Alero (Air Force), Cadet West (veterinarian school), Cadet Calhoun (military).
- Proclamation of December 10th as Dennis Clagg Day, honoring his retirement from the Vehicle Maintenance department after long service.
- Proclamation of Midwest City as a Purple Heart City, recognizing the sacrifices of Purple Heart recipients.
- The Neighborhood Initiative hosted its second annual ugly sweater party with over 50 members attending.
- The Mid-Del School Board approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in support of the new YMCA, following approvals from SSM, the YMCA board, and the City Council. A signing ceremony was held.
- The 'Walk the Lights' event saw approximately 800 attendees, with thanks extended to Public Works, other City departments, Susan McQuery, Josh Ryan, and all volunteers.
- Thanks from the Midwest City VFW to the Council and Mayor.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda (City Council)
Approval of routine administrative items for the City Council.
MP 000018 - Minor Plat of Casey's General Store at Town Center Plaza
Public hearing, discussion, and consideration of approval for a minor plat to consolidate two lots into one, addressing service lines and right-of-way issues.
PC 2189 - Resolution to amend the comprehensive plan and an ordinance to redistrict
Public hearing, discussion, and consideration of amending the comprehensive plan from commercial and public semi-public land use to office retail land use, and redistricting from R6/C3/C4 to C3 for the Sooner Baptist Church property.
PC 2190 - Final Plat of Urban Edge
Public hearing, discussion, and consideration of approving the final plat for Urban Edge, following preliminary plat approval and infrastructure construction.
Addendum D4 - Amendments to Resolution 2024-02
Discussion and consideration of adopting amendments to Resolution 2024-02 to include opposition to locating a mental health facility at 1901 East Grand Boulevard, in addition to the Oklahoma County Jail.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Municipal Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for the Midwest City Municipal Authority.
Contract with BK Inc. for Public Works Facility Needs Assessment
Discussion and consideration of entering into a contract with BK Inc. in the amount of $115,240 to conduct a needs assessment, site evaluation, and concept design for the Public Works facility.
Discussion Item (Midwest City Hospital Authority)
A discussion item for the Midwest City Hospital Authority.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Hospital Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for the Midwest City Hospital Authority.
Approve November 12th, 2024 meeting minutes (Special Economic Development Authority)
Discussion and consideration of approving the minutes from the November 12, 2024, meeting of the Special Economic Development Authority.
Sooner Rose Sanitary Improvement Project Contract
Discussion and consideration of accepting and awarding the base bid and bid alternate to Cimarron Construction Company for $3,518,280 for the Sooner Rose Sanitary Improvement project, and authorizing the chairman to execute the contract.
Executive Session (City Council)
Discussion and consideration of entering into executive session to confer on matters pertaining to the purchase or appraisal of real property (Projects Adam and Baker).