April 24, 2024 City Council Meeting

An agreement for $178,179 with RL Shears Company PC was approved to provide survey and design services for a federal aid project to construct sidewalks in four key locations, prioritizing high-need areas and bus routes.

A Memorandum of Understanding was approved to provide water and sewer services to a new elementary school in Oklahoma City limits, which will primarily serve Midwest City students, addressing moratorium concerns and offering connection options.

An ordinance was approved to increase the maximum amount available in the fund for damages caused by sewer backups, ensuring adequate coverage without raising current fees, with non-confidential settlements to be disclosed in future agendas.

A special use permit was approved for a restaurant at 6220 East Reno to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages, with council members highly recommending the establishment.

A special use permit was approved for a coffee shop located at 2801 Park Lawn Drive, Site 102, within an office building, though operating hours will be limited by the building's schedule.

A resolution and ordinance were approved to rezone 105 East Myrtle Drive from residential to commercial (C1) to facilitate the expansion of a vet clinic, including pet boarding, with a condition for appropriate sound and visual mitigation fencing.

An ordinance was approved to amend the municipal sign regulations, specifically codifying billboards under the definition of freestanding signs for clarity.

An ordinance was approved to amend subdivision regulations, establishing public notice requirements for plats and plans to align with existing zoning notification standards, including notifying property owners within 300 feet.

An ordinance was approved to amend zoning regulations concerning residential fencing materials, allowing new types like metal slatted fences and aluminum (mimicking rod iron), with specific coating requirements.

An ordinance was approved to amend zoning regulations, codifying the definition of masonry materials for commercial buildings to be consistent with residential standards.

An ordinance was approved to amend zoning regulations, changing public hearing notification requirements from 15 business days to 20 calendar days and clarifying that posted signs are discretionary, with a commitment to explore website-based public notices.

An ordinance was approved to restructure and rewrite the first half of Chapter 9 of the municipal code, which governs building and trades, to improve clarity, consistency, consolidate functions, and incorporate new elements like solar permits.

A six-month extension was approved for the Midwest City Engineering Construction Services Department to complete the Blue Light emergency call box project, attributed to staffing constraints and prioritization of other pressing issues.

An additional six-month extension was approved for the EDA 2022 Business Assistance Program Grant, which provides reimbursement for the demolition of derelict commercial buildings, acknowledging the program's success.

The proposed appointment of Megan Bane as the Ward 5 representative to the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority trust Board of Grantors was tabled due to concerns regarding ward-specific representation and the need for clarification on appointment bylaws.

The proposed reappointment of Matt Dukes as the Citywide representative to the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority trust Board of Grantors was tabled alongside the Megan Bane appointment for clarification on appointment procedures and ward representation.

The minutes from the Special Economic Commission meeting held on December 12th, 2023, were approved.

Sales and Use Tax Report

Sales tax was down approximately 1%, while use tax was up 10%. Overall, the city experienced a relatively flat 0.5% growth for the month and 0.73% for the fiscal year.

Sewer Mainline Backup Service Program

An ordinance was approved to increase the maximum amount the city can use from collected fees to remedy damages caused by sewer backups into homes, without increasing the fees charged to residents.

Federal Aid Project for Sidewalks (Survey and Design Services)

Approval of an agreement for professional survey and design services for a future federal aid project to construct sidewalks in four locations. The city is responsible for 100% of design costs and 20% of construction costs.

EDA 2022 Business Assistance Program Grant Project Extension

Approval of a six-month extension for a grant program that offers up to 50% reimbursement for the demolition of derelict or obsolete commercial buildings, including asbestos abatement and sewer capping.

Adjourn Special Council Meeting

Adjournment of the special council meeting held for the reception of newly elected officials.

Call to Order Midwest City Council Meeting

Official calling to order of the Midwest City Council meeting.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

Opening invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.

Presentations and Proclamations

Awards for the Tree Board Art Contest, recognition of a retiring city employee, and proclamations for Fair Housing Month, Firefighter Appreciation Day, International Compost Awareness Week, Police Appreciation Week, and National Public Works Week.

Community Related Announcements

Report on sales and use tax, announcements for upcoming community events, and recognition of new council members and a retiring staff member.

Consent Agenda Approval (excluding Item 4)

Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent, with one item pulled for discussion.

Consent Agenda Item 4: Professional Services Agreement for Sidewalks

Discussion and possible action on an agreement with RL Shears Company PC for survey and design services for a federal aid project to construct sidewalks in four locations.

Discussion Item 1: Memorandum of Understanding with Choctaw-Nicoma Park School District

Discussion and possible action on an MOU to provide water and sewer services to a new elementary school located within Oklahoma City limits, serving Midwest City students.

Discussion Item 2: Ordinance Amending Sewer Mainline Backup Service Program

Discussion and possible action on an ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding the sewer mainline backup service program, increasing the amount available for damages without increasing fees.

Discussion Item 3 (PC 2166): Special Use Permit for Eating Establishment (Alcoholic Beverages)

Public hearing and possible action on a special use permit to allow an eating establishment to serve alcoholic beverages in a C3 commercial district at 6220 East Reno.

Discussion Item 4 (PC 2169): Special Use Permit for Eating Establishment (No Alcoholic Beverages)

Public hearing and possible action on a special use permit to allow a coffee shop to operate in an O2 general office district at 2801 Park Lawn Drive, Site 102.

Discussion Item 5 (PC 2170): Rezoning 105 Myrtle Drive

Public hearing and possible action on a resolution and ordinance to amend the comprehensive plan and rezone the property at 105 East Myrtle Drive from R6 (single family detached residential) to C1 (residential commercial district) for a vet clinic expansion.

Discussion Item 6: Ordinance Amending Sign Regulations

Discussion and possible action on an ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding sign regulations, specifically codifying billboards as freestanding signs.

Discussion Item 7: Ordinance Amending Subdivision Regulations (Public Notice)

Discussion and possible action on an ordinance to amend subdivision regulations, establishing public notice requirements for plats and plans to match zoning notification standards.

Discussion Item 8 (PC 2171): Ordinance Amending Zoning Regulations (Fencing and Screening)

Discussion and possible action on an ordinance to amend zoning regulations concerning residential fencing material requirements, adding new permitted materials and coating standards.

Discussion Item 9 (PC 2164): Ordinance Amending Zoning Regulations (Exterior Construction)

Discussion and possible action on an ordinance to amend zoning regulations, codifying masonry material definitions for commercial buildings to mirror residential standards.

Discussion Item 10 (PC 2165): Ordinance Amending Zoning Regulations (Public Hearing Notice)

Discussion and possible action on an ordinance to amend zoning regulations regarding public notice requirements for public hearings, changing from 15 business days to 20 calendar days and clarifying discretionary posted signs.

Discussion Item 11: Ordinance Amending Building and Building Regulations (Chapter 9 Rewrite)

Discussion and possible action on an ordinance to amend and restructure Chapter 9 of the municipal code, governing building and trades, for clarity, consistency, and to incorporate new standards like solar permits.

New Business Public Discussion (City Council)

Opportunity for public comments on new business items before the City Council.

Call to Order Midwest City Municipal Authority

Official calling to order of the Midwest City Municipal Authority meeting.

Municipal Authority Consent Agenda Approval (excluding Items 2, 3, 4, 5)

Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Municipal Authority, with multiple items pulled for discussion.

Municipal Authority Item 2: Extension for Blue Lights Grant

Discussion and possible action on approving a six-month extension for the Midwest City Engineering Construction Services Department to complete the blue lights Grant project.

Municipal Authority Item 3: Extension for EDA 2022 Business Assistance Program Grant

Discussion and possible action on approving an additional six-month extension for the EDA 2022 Business Assistance Program Grant project, which supports demolition of derelict commercial buildings.

Municipal Authority Item 4: Appointment of Megan Bane to Hospital Authority Board

Discussion and possible action on appointing Megan Bane as the Ward 5 representative to the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority trust Board of Grantors for a 4-year term.

Municipal Authority Item 5: Appointment of Matt Dukes to Hospital Authority Board

Discussion and possible action on appointing Matt Dukes as the Citywide representative to the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority trust Board of Grantors for a 4-year term.

New Business Public Discussion (Municipal Authority)

Opportunity for public comments on new business items before the Municipal Authority.

Call to Order Special Economic Commission

Official calling to order of the Special Economic Commission meeting.

Special Economic Commission: Approval of December 12th, 2023 Meeting Minutes

Discussion and possible action to approve the minutes from the December 12th, 2023 meeting.

Special Economic Commission Public Discussion

Opportunity for public comments on new business items before the Special Economic Commission.