Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a significant urban renewal plan for the blighted Heritage Park Mall area, following extensive public discussion and a motion to move forward with redevelopment. Additionally, the council and municipal authority approved major infrastructure projects, including a $2.99 million contract for a new horizontal water well and a $674,900 design contract for an elevated water storage tank, partially funded by a federal grant. Several zoning changes for commercial and residential developments were also passed.
Key Decisions & Votes
FY 22-23 Audit Contract
00:59A contract for $57,700 with Arledge and Associates D.C. was approved to perform the city's fiscal year 2022-2023 financial audit.
Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group Board Appointments
01:01The city's vote for Tim Lyon and Pam Polk to serve on the Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group board was approved, despite one abstention.
Heritage Park Mall Urban Renewal Plan
01:16The resolution to approve the Heritage Park Mall area urban renewal plan was passed, moving forward with efforts to address the blighted property.
Rezoning 401 North Douglas Boulevard
01:19An ordinance to rezone 401 North Douglas Boulevard from R6 to Spud (O1 restricted office) for a counseling office was approved, with the applicant committing to meet all city requirements.
Rezoning 7500 Northeast 23rd
01:23An ordinance to amend the PUD for 7500 Northeast 23rd (American Glass Inc.) was approved, allowing for modifications to exterior building materials.
Rezoning 8610-8620, 8700 East Main Street
01:27An ordinance to rezone 8610-8620, 8700 East Main Street from R6 to RMD (medium density residential) for a mix of duplexes and single-family homes was approved, with drainage mitigation plans in place.
Horizontal Water Well Contract
01:34A sole source contract for $2,990,000 with Community Water Solutions Inc. was approved to purchase and install a horizontal water well at the booster pump station, aiming to significantly improve water infrastructure.
Timber Ridge Elevated Storage Tank Design Contract
01:45A design contract for $674,900 with Garver LLC was approved for the Timber Ridge elevated storage tank and water tower, a project with an estimated total construction cost of $12.2 million, partially funded by a $5 million grant.
Mid Dell Technology Grant Extension
01:50A six-month extension was approved for Mid Dell Technology to complete spending of their grant funds from the board of grantors.
Upcoming Community Events
Free Covered in Color Arts Festival
11 AM at Sooner Town Center, featuring live entertainment, art vendors, food trucks, and free family-friendly chalk art competitions with prizes.
Financial Matters
FY 22-23 Audit Contract
Contract with Arledge and Associates D.C. to perform the fiscal year 2022-2023 audit of Midwest City's financial statements.
Horizontal Water Well Contract
Sole source contract with Community Water Solutions Inc. to purchase and install a horizontal water well at the booster pump station.
Timber Ridge Water Tank Design Contract
Design contract with Garver LLC for the Timber Ridge elevated storage tank and water tower.
April Sales Tax Check
The city's April sales tax is up 4.32% compared to last year.
Public Comments
Thirteen individuals provided public comments. The majority of comments focused on the Heritage Park Mall urban renewal plan, with residents overwhelmingly supporting the plan due to the mall's dilapidated state, safety concerns, and negative impact on the community. The mall owner spoke against the plan, citing city non-cooperation and presenting alternative development proposals. One citizen also expressed appreciation for the police department and city management.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Further details and plans for the Heritage Park Mall redevelopment
- Preliminary plat for the medium-density residential development at 8610-8700 East Main Street
Announcements
- Arbor Day poster contest winners Lillian Teal, Caitlin Honeycutt, and Sofia Rodriguez were recognized.
- April 26th was proclaimed Eva Dean Day in honor of her retirement from Fleet Services.
- April 27th was proclaimed Mari Hardy Day in recognition of his founding work with Leah's Hope.
- May 4th, 2023, was proclaimed Firefighter Appreciation Day.
- May 7th through 13th was proclaimed International Compost Awareness Week.
- The city's April sales tax check is up 4.32% compared to last year.
- Mathis Home Store is having its grand opening on April 29th at Sooner Town Center.
- The City of Midwest City won national AGC awards for excellence in development for the Delta Hotel renovation and the Multi-Athletic Complex.
- Rose State Kids College STEM summer program offers free full scholarships for income-eligible students in grades one through eight; contact the grants management office at 739-1221 for details.
Agenda Summary
Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023
Approval of the minutes from the previous City Council meeting.
Approval of claims and payroll
Approval of the city's financial claims and payroll.
Consent Agenda Items 5-10
Routine agenda items grouped for a single vote.
Contract with Arledge and Associates D.C. for FY 22-23 audit
Approval of a contract with Arledge and Associates D.C. to perform the fiscal year 2022-2023 audit of the city's financial statements.
Voting for Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group board members
Voting for incumbent Tim Lyon (Midwest City Manager) and Pam Polk (Collinsville City Manager) to serve on the Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group board.
Resolution approving the Heritage Park Mall area urban renewal plan
Public hearing and consideration of a resolution to approve the urban renewal plan for the Heritage Park Mall area.
PC 2138: Ordinance to redistrict 401 North Douglas Boulevard
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone 401 North Douglas Boulevard from R6 (single-family residential) to Spud (O1 restricted office) and amend the comprehensive plan for a counseling office.
PC 2139: Ordinance to redistrict 7500 Northeast 23rd
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to amend the PUD for 7500 Northeast 23rd (American Glass Inc.) to allow for modification of exterior building materials.
PC 2140: Ordinance to redistrict 8610-8620, 8700 East Main Street
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone 8610-8620, 8700 East Main Street from R6 (single-family residential) to RMD (medium density residential) and amend the comprehensive plan for a mix of duplexes and single-family homes.
Municipal Authority: Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023
Approval of the minutes from the previous Midwest City Municipal Authority meeting.
Municipal Authority: Approval of claims and payroll
Approval of the Municipal Authority's financial claims and payroll.
Municipal Authority: Consent Agenda Item 3
Routine agenda item grouped for a single vote.
Municipal Authority: Consent Agenda Item 4
Item pulled from the consent agenda for individual consideration.
Municipal Authority: Sole source contract for horizontal water well
Approval of a sole source contract with Community Water Solutions Inc. to purchase and install a horizontal water well at the booster pump station.
Municipal Authority: Design contract for Timber Ridge elevated storage tank and water tower
Approval of a design contract with Garver LLC for the Timber Ridge elevated storage tank and water tower.
Hospital Authority: Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023
Approval of the minutes from the previous Midwest City Hospital Authority meeting.
Hospital Authority: Approval of claims and payroll
Approval of the Hospital Authority's financial claims and payroll.
Hospital Authority: Consent Agenda Item 3
Routine agenda item grouped for a single vote.
Hospital Authority: Six-month extension for Mid Dell Technology grant
Approval of a request for a six-month extension for Mid Dell Technology to complete grant funding spending from the board of grantors.
Special Economic Development Authority: Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
Approval of the minutes from the previous Special Economic Development Authority meeting.