Meeting Summary
The city council addressed a lengthy agenda, approving several development projects including a re-plat for new homes, apartment final plats, and two railroad spur designs for industrial facilities. They accepted a critical sanitary sewer study for the East Side and approved a three-year contract extension for residential recycling services. Key decisions also included the denial of a special permit for a drinking establishment due to licensing issues and the denial of an appeal regarding tall weeds and grass.
Key Decisions & Votes
Ward 3 Council Member Appointment
00:20:00Rick Dawkins was approved and sworn in as the temporary Ward 3 council member to fill a vacancy.
East Side Sanitary Sewer Study Report
00:47:00The plan report from Freeze and Nichols Incorporated for the East Side sanitary sewer study was accepted.
Special Permit for Group Care Facility
01:17:00A special use permit was approved for Athena Parker to operate a residential care home for seniors at 106 Michael Drive, subject to state and city licensing and inspections.
Special Use Permit for Drinking Establishment
01:26:00A special use permit for a drinking establishment at 7901 Northeast 10th Street Suite A209 was denied due to unpermitted work, ADA concerns, and issues with state licensing.
Preliminary Plat of Urban Edge
01:34:00The preliminary plat for Urban Edge, subdividing property into 17 lots for duplexes and single-family homes at 8610 to 8700 East Main Street, was approved.
Final Plat of 29th and Douglas Apartments
01:40:00The final plat for the 29th and Douglas Avenue Apartments was approved, with the applicant having submitted bonds for water and sewer installation and received DEQ approval for plans.
Rezone for 227 West Fairchild
01:49:00An ordinance to rezone property at 227 West Fairchild from C3 to RMD for six one-bedroom residential rental units was approved, with requirements for sidewalks and green space.
Appeal for Tall Weeds and Grass at 1905 Albert Drive
02:10:00An appeal from the property owner at 1905 Albert Drive regarding a notice for tall weeds and grass was denied, with the owner given 30 days to bring the property into compliance.
Republic Services Recycling Contract Amendment
02:20:00A three-year contract amendment with Republic Services for residential curbside single-stream recycling services was approved.
Carver Engineering Contract for American Glass Inc.
02:30:00A contract with Carver Engineering for $188,200 to design a railroad switch and spur for the American Glass Inc. facility was approved.
Carver Engineering Contract for Centralium Proteins
02:35:00A contract with Carver Engineering for $148,096 to design a railroad switch and spur for the Centralium Proteins project was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Cruising for Coffee
Santa Fe parking lot on 29th Street
Town Hall Meetings
6 PM in the Council Chambers, to discuss the September 12th sales tax extension ballot information.
Financial Matters
Sales and Use Tax Report
The city's sales and use tax was up 6.5% for July, starting the fiscal year strongly.
East Side Sanitary Sewer Study Amendment
A contract amendment for professional services to study financing strategies for sewer infrastructure was discussed but no action was taken.
Water Meter Schedule of Fees
Annual review of water meter installation fees, with costs increased and passed directly to the customer.
Republic Services Recycling Contract
A three-year contract extension for residential curbside single-stream recycling services was approved, with an 8% increase in the first year and 4% thereafter.
Carver Engineering Contract (American Glass)
A contract for engineering services to design a railroad switch and spur for the American Glass Inc. facility in Soldier Creek Industrial Park was approved.
Carver Engineering Contract (Centralium Proteins)
A contract for engineering services to design a railroad switch and spur for the Centralium Proteins project was approved.
Public Comments
Public comments included a request for red light cameras at major intersections for traffic safety, an attorney's plea to allow tenants to remain at Midwest Point Apartments while repairs are underway, and an objection to the city's 'Pride Month' proclamation.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Re-plat of Friendly Acres Edition (Item 4) was tabled for further legal review and clarification on a potential moratorium.
- Contract Amendment for East Side Sanitary Sewer Study (Item 3) was tabled to be brought back with a broader scope for city-wide financing strategies.
- Ordinance amending Elected Official Accountability Act and Ethics Policy (Item 25) was tabled for further review and suggested revisions.
Deadlines
- Applicant for 1905 Albert Drive has 30 days to bring property into code compliance.
- Councilwoman Bana's suggested revisions to the ethics policy are requested within two weeks.
Watch For
- Future city-wide sewer master study.
- Groundbreaking for the American Glass facility, anticipated 2-3 weeks after August 8th.
- Future discussion on the peddlers and solicitors ordinance, including visible permits and impact on the unhoused community.
- Citizen survey on recycling services to gauge public interest and price points.
Announcements
- Captain Roger Ross Day was proclaimed for July 25, 2023, honoring his 34 years of service with the Midwest City Police Department.
- Senior Firefighter Jeffrey Hughes Day was proclaimed for July 26, 2023, honoring his retirement from the Fire Department.
- The city's sales and use tax was up 6.5% for July, indicating a strong start to the fiscal year.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Proclamations
Recognition of Captain Roger Ross and Senior Firefighter Jeffrey Hughes for their dedicated service to Midwest City.
Sales and Use Tax Report
Report on the city's sales and use tax performance for the month of July, indicating a 6.5% increase.
Cruising for Coffee Event
Announcement of the next Cruising for Coffee event.
Town Hall Meetings
Announcement of two upcoming Town Hall meetings to discuss the September 12th sales tax extension ballot.
Discussion Item 1: Consideration of a public process for council vacancies and appointment of Rick Dawkins as temporary Ward 3 council member.
Discussion regarding a public process for filling council vacancies and the subsequent approval of Rick Dawkins to fill the Ward 3 vacancy.
Consent Agenda (excluding 17 & 18)
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion.
Item 17: Reappointing Jack Frye and Sherry Beard to the Urban Renewal Authority
Reappointment of Jack Frye and Sherry Beard to the Urban Renewal Authority for a three-year term.
Item 18: Reappointing Tammy Poet, Scott Young, and Elaine Winterick to the Citizens Advisory Committee on Housing and Community Development
Reappointment of Tammy Poet, Scott Young, and Elaine Winterick to the Citizens Advisory Committee on Housing and Community Development for additional four-year terms.
Discussion Item 2: Accepting the plan report for the East Side sanitary sewer study from Freeze and Nichols Incorporated
Acceptance of the comprehensive plan report detailing the sewer capacity and future growth projections for the East Side.
Discussion Item 3: Consideration of possible action approving amendment number two for Professional Services with Freeze and Nichols Inc.
Consideration of an amendment for professional services to study financing strategies for sewer infrastructure.
Discussion Item 4: Approval of the re-plat of all Lots 3 and 4 in Block 1 and Friendly Acres Edition
Request to approve a re-plat to subdivide a parcel into nine lots (eight buildable, one common area).
Discussion Item 5: Resolution for a special permit use to allow the use of a group care facility at 106 Michael Drive
Application for a special use permit to operate a residential care home for seniors.
Discussion Item 6: Ordinance to rezone from C3 Community Commercial District to C3 Community Commercial District with a special use permit to allow for the use of a drinking establishment at 7901 Northeast 10th Street Suite A209
Application for a special use permit to operate a drinking establishment (wine and food service).
Discussion Item 7
Agenda item withdrawn.
Discussion Item 8
Agenda item withdrawn.
Discussion Item 9
Agenda item withdrawn.
Discussion Item 10: Approval of preliminary plat of Urban Edge for property at 8610 to 8700 East Main Street
Approval of a preliminary plat for 17 total lots, including three existing structures and 14 new lots for duplexes and single-family homes.
Discussion Item 11: Approval of a final plat of the 29th and Douglas Apartment
Approval of the final plat for the 29th Street and Douglas Avenue Apartments, with DEQ-approved water and sewer plans.
Discussion Item 12: Ordinance to redistrict from C3 Community Commercial District to Medium Density Residential RMD and resolution to amend the comprehensive plan for property at 227 West Fairchild
Approval of rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for the development of six one-bedroom residential rental units.
Item 13: Ordinance repealing and placing into reserve Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 4 air pollution
Ordinance revision related to air pollution regulations.
Item 14: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 5 alcoholic beverages article 4 occupational tax
Ordinance revision concerning alcoholic beverage occupational tax applications.
Item 15: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 7 amusements Article 4 circuses and carnivals
Ordinance revision regarding health regulations for circuses and carnivals.
Item 16: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 9 buildings and building regulations article 3 building code
Ordinance revision concerning building code and certificates of occupancy.
Item 17: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 15 fire protection and prevention Article 4 open burning
Ordinance revision related to commercial open burning regulations.
Item 18: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 16 food and food handlers Article 1 in general
Ordinance revision concerning food service sanitation and equipment sterilization.
Item 19: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 18 garbage and refuse article one in general
Ordinance revision regarding commercial haulers, landfill compliance, and sanitation containers.
Item 20: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 19 health and sanitation repealing and placing into reserve section 19-1 Health Department
Ordinance revision concerning the Health Department's role in health and sanitation.
Item 21: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 23 manufactured homes trailers manufactured home parks etc.
Ordinance revision pertaining to definitions, notices, inspections, and licenses for manufactured homes and parks.
Item 22: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 31 Health Care Facilities in article 3 massage
Ordinance revision related to massage establishment and therapist licensing and operating requirements.
Item 23: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 32 Peddlers and solicitors
Ordinance revision concerning permits, fees, and regulations for peddlers and solicitors, including a fee increase.
Item 24: Annual review of the water meter schedule of fees
Annual review and approval of adjustments to the water meter installation fees.
Item 25: Ordinance amending Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 2 Administration Article 2 city council section 2-17 elected official accountability act and ethics policy
Consideration of amendments to the elected official accountability act and ethics policy.
Item 26: Appeal filed by the owner of the property located at 1905 Albert Drive for the notice and order for tall weeds and grass
Appeal against a code enforcement notice for tall weeds and grass.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items for the Municipal Authority.
Municipal Authority Discussion Item 1: Contract Amendment from Republic Services for residential curbside single stream recycling services
Approval of a three-year contract amendment with Republic Services for recycling services.
Memorial Hospital Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items for the Memorial Hospital Authority.
Special Economic Development Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items for the Special Economic Development Authority.
Special Economic Development Authority Discussion Item 1: Contract with Carver engineering for railroad switch and spur design for American Glass Inc. facility
Approval of a contract for engineering services to design a railroad switch and spur for the American Glass Inc. facility.
Special Economic Development Authority Discussion Item 2: Contract with Carver engineering for railroad switch and spur design for Centralium Proteins project
Approval of a contract for engineering services to design a railroad switch and spur for the Centralium Proteins project.
Economic Development Commission Discussion Item 1: Approval of the March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
Approval of the minutes from the Economic Development Commission meeting held on March 28, 2023.
Executive Session
Motion to enter into executive session to discuss confidential legal matters.