Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council approved a significant amendment to the North Side Improvement District project plan to facilitate development by American Glass Inc. and Centralium Protein Inc. Key decisions included approving a special use permit for a group care facility with specific conditions and formally opposing certain locations for the new Oklahoma County Detention Facility. Traffic safety and parking issues were addressed with new sign installations and a directed study on park hours.
Key Decisions & Votes
Opioid Abatement Grant Application
17:50Authorization was granted for the city manager to apply for an opioid abatement grant award from the Oklahoma Attorney General's office.
First Amendment to Project Plan, Increment District #3
21:25An ordinance was approved for the First Amendment to the project plan for Increment District #3, providing development financing for American Glass Inc., utility and rail improvements for Centralium Protein Inc., and public improvements in the NE 23rd Corridor.
Redistricting for Glenhaven/Reno Property
40:55An ordinance was approved to redistrict a property at Glenhaven Drive and Reno Avenue from PUD/Medium Density Residential to Community Commercial District C3 and amend the comprehensive plan, with the applicant committing to work with the city on traffic and water solutions.
Preliminary Plat of Glenhaven
42:50The preliminary plat for the Glenhaven property was approved, contingent on the preceding rezoning approval and future easement vacation.
Special Use Permit for Group Care Facility
1:02:45A special use permit was approved for an in-home group care facility at 9737 Oak Tree Terrace, with conditions limiting it to a maximum of four residents, one vehicle per resident or couple, and requiring all necessary state certifications and licenses.
Installation of 'No U-Turn' Signs
1:10:45The installation of 'No U-Turn' signs at the median ends on South Douglas Boulevard at Soldier Creek Elementary School was approved to address ongoing illegal U-turns and safety concerns.
Installation of 'Do Not Block Intersection' Sign
1:11:35The installation of a 'Do Not Block Intersection' sign at Glenhaven Drive and Reno was approved to improve traffic flow.
Awarding Bid for North Side Utility Sanitary Sewer Project
1:12:50A bid was awarded to 4M Trenching LLC for the construction of the North Side Utility Sanitary Sewer Project, which will serve the Centralium Protein Inc. facility.
Study on WP Atkinson Park Hours
1:21:40A motion was approved to direct the city manager to facilitate a study with the City Attorney, Police Department, and Parks Department to explore extending hours at WP Atkinson Park, with a report due by the first meeting in May next year.
Resolution Opposing Oklahoma County Detention Facility Location
1:25:50A resolution was adopted opposing the proposed I-40 and South Post Road location for the new Oklahoma County Detention Facility, and was amended to include support for the Mid-Del School District's opposition to the Grand Boulevard site.
Property Exchange with SSM Healthcare Oklahoma Inc.
1:34:45A resolution was approved to declare certain properties on Parklawn Drive as surplus and exchange them with SSM Healthcare Oklahoma Inc. for a property on National Avenue, with minor amendments to the resolution language.
Reallocation of Hospital Authority Assets
1:36:45The reallocation of assets for the Midwest City Hospital Authority, as recommended by their financial advisor, was approved to optimize risk and return.
Upcoming Community Events
National Night Out
Community building event; check city website or call 739-1010 for neighborhood meeting times and locations.
Super Recycler Program
Neighborhood auditing for proper recycling; compliant residents receive a $25 gift card.
Picnic with Protectors
4:30 PM to 6 PM at Joe B Barnes Park; free event offering positive interactions with Public Works, Police, Fire, and Ambulance services.
American Glass Headquarters Groundbreaking
At the Soldier Creek Industrial Park site.
Cruising for Coffee
Santa Fe parking lot on 29th Street.
Financial Matters
September Sales Tax Report
Midwest City's sales tax for September was down 12.23% due to a -$617,000 correction from the Oklahoma Tax Commission. Year-to-date, the city is still up about 1.2%.
North Side Utility Sanitary Sewer Project Bid Award
A bid was awarded to 4M Trenching LLC for the construction of a lift station, force main, and gravity lines to serve the Centralium Protein Inc. facility.
Property Exchange with SSM Healthcare Oklahoma Inc.
Approval of a resolution to declare vacant lots on Parklawn Drive as surplus and exchange them for a vacant lot at 601 National Avenue with SSM Healthcare, to facilitate hospital district master planning and make properties more marketable. Properties were appraised as equal in value.
Hospital Authority Asset Reallocation
Reallocation of Hospital Authority assets as recommended by financial advisor Siegel Marco, aimed at lowering risk, increasing yield, and reducing transaction costs.
Public Comments
One resident expressed significant concerns regarding parking issues, property damage, and child safety on Murray Drive near Midwest City Middle School, primarily caused by parent pickups. The resident provided video evidence of vehicles damaging property and creating unsafe conditions.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- School District Bond Election (next month)
Watch For
- Report on extending WP Atkinson Park hours by the first meeting in May next year.
- Ordinance Review Committee to develop guidelines for group homes in residential settings.
Announcements
- October 2023 was proclaimed Super Recyclers Month, with a special presentation for recognized residents on October 24th, 2023.
- September 2023 was proclaimed Suicide Prevention, Recovery, and Awareness Month.
- September 26th was proclaimed Catholic Charities Appreciation Day, recognizing their assistance to displaced tenants.
- National Night Out is scheduled for Tuesday, October 3rd.
- The Super Recycler Program will run from October 2nd to 13th, with neighborhood auditing and $25 gift cards for compliant recyclers.
- A 'Picnic with Protectors' event will be held on October 12th from 4:30 PM to 6 PM at Joe B Barnes Park, inviting the community to interact with Public Works, Police, and Fire departments.
- The groundbreaking for the new American Glass headquarters and assembly plant, expected to bring 70 jobs, is scheduled for October 3rd in Soldier Creek Industrial Park.
- The next 'Cruising for Coffee' event is on Saturday, October 21st, in the Santa Fe parking lot on 29th Street.
- Midwest City received its ISO One certification, marking 18 years as an ISO one rated city, which significantly helps with commercial and residential property insurance rates.
- The Mayor thanked voters for supporting the recent sales tax extension and encouraged support for the upcoming school district bond election.
- Appointments were made to the new Arts or Historical Society, a new city initiative.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda (excluding Item 6)
Approval of routine agenda items as a block, with one item removed for separate discussion.
Council Item 6: Opioid Abatement Grant Award Application
Discussion and possible action authorizing Tim Lyons to apply for an opioid abatement Grant Award with the Oklahoma Attorney General's office.
Council Item 1: Public Hearing for First Amendment to Project Plan, Increment District #3
Public hearing regarding the First Amendment to the project plan for Increment District #3, concerning development financing for American Glass Inc., utility improvements for Centralium Protein Inc., rail line improvements, and public improvements in the Northeast 23rd Corridor.
Council Item 2: Ordinance Approving First Amendment to Project Plan, Increment District #3
Discussion and possible action to approve an ordinance for the First Amendment to the project plan relating to Increment District #3, ratifying actions and findings of the Local Development Act Review Committee.
Council Item 3: Redistricting and Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Glenhaven/Reno)
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on an ordinance to redistrict property from Planned Unit Development (PUD) governed by medium density residential to Community Commercial District C3, and to amend the comprehensive plan from office retail to commercial for a property at Glenhaven Drive and Reno Avenue, proposed for a car wash.
Council Item 4: Preliminary Plat of Glenhaven
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on the approval of the preliminary plat for Glenhaven, contingent upon the approval of the preceding rezoning case.
Council Item 5: Special Use Permit for Group Care Facility
Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on approving a resolution for a special use permit to allow the use of a group care facility in an R6 single-family detached residential district at 9737 Oak Tree Terrace.
Council Item 6 (TS-453): Installation of 'No U-Turn' Signs
Discussion and possible action recommending the installation of 'No U-Turn' signs at the ends of the new median located at South Douglas Boulevard at Soldier Creek Elementary School to address traffic safety.
Council Item 7 (TS-454): Installation of 'Do Not Block Intersection' Sign
Discussion and possible action recommending the installation of a 'Do Not Block Intersection' sign at the intersection of Glenhaven Drive and Reno.
Council Item 8: Awarding Bid for North Side Utility Sanitary Sewer Project
Discussion and possible action awarding a bid to 4M Trenching LLC for $2,042,499 to construct the North Side Utility Sanitary Sewer Project, related to the Centralium development.
Council Item 9: Amendment to Park Hours Ordinance
Discussion and possible action to amend Chapter 30 Parks and Recreation of the Midwest City Municipal Code, Article 1, Section 30-1, regarding park hours, specifically considering extended hours for WP Bill Atkinson Park.
Council Item 10: Resolution Opposing Oklahoma County Detention Facility Location
Discussion and possible action approving a resolution opposing the proposed Interstate 40 and South Post Road location for the new Oklahoma County Detention Facility near Tinker Air Force Base, the Midwest City multi-athletic complex, and certain Mid-Del public school campuses.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Midwest City Municipal Authority.
Hospital Authority Item 1: Approval of August 22nd, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Discussion and possible action to approve the minutes from the August 22nd, 2023 meeting of the Midwest City Hospital Authority.
Hospital Authority Item 2: Property Exchange with SSM Healthcare Oklahoma Inc.
Discussion and possible action approving a resolution declaring 2818, 2820, and 2824 Parklawn Drive as surplus and approving an agreement to exchange said property with SSM Healthcare Oklahoma Inc. for 601 National Avenue.
Hospital Authority Item 4: Reallocation of Assets
Discussion and possible action to reallocate assets as recommended by the financial advisor for the Hospital Authority.