Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council meeting featured numerous proclamations honoring community members and city employees. A significant public hearing was held regarding the proposed Heritage Park Mall urban renewal plan, where both city officials and property representatives presented information and concerns. The council also approved a rezone request for a new oil change facility, several ordinance amendments, and financial matters related to the Water Resources Recovery Facility.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezone 1226 & 1224 Jet Drive for Take 5 Oil Change
01:25The council approved the rezone request from O1 Restricted Office to C3 Community Commercial and an amendment to the comprehensive plan for vacant lots at 1226 and 1224 Jet Drive, allowing for the construction of a Take 5 oil change facility.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code Chapter 15 Fire Protection
01:29:30An ordinance amending Chapter 15 of the Midwest City Municipal Code concerning fire protection and prevention was adopted, as required by State Statute.
Municipal Judges Candidates Approval
01:35:00The council approved a list of candidates for municipal judges, including Gary Bachman, Adam Bush, David Howe, and Joel Porter, and Farley Ward as an alternate. All are current judges.
Purchase of Supplemental Media for Water Resources Recovery Facility
01:39:30A bid from Stanford Scientific International Inc. for $515,176 to purchase supplemental moving bed biofilm reactor media for the Water Resources Recovery Facility was approved to replace degrading media.
Supplemental Budget Adjustment for Sewer Construction Fund
01:40:30A supplemental budget adjustment was approved, increasing sewer construction fund expenditures by $515,176 to cover the cost of the new media for the Water Resources Recovery Facility.
Upcoming Community Events
E-Waste and Tire Collection Event
8 AM to noon at 8726 Southeast 15th Street (Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility)
Earth Day Festival
10 AM to 2 PM at Joe B Barnes Park
Rose State Kids College STEM Program
Scholarships available for income-eligible students grades 1-8
Lunch Bunch
Held at various local chamber member restaurants
Financial Matters
Sales Tax Report (March)
March sales tax was up 10% year over year, use tax was up 0.79%, resulting in an overall increase of 8.77% for sales and use tax.
Supplemental Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor Media Purchase
Approval of a bid and purchase agreement with Stanford Scientific International Inc. for supplemental media to replace degrading media at the Water Resources Recovery Facility.
Sewer Construction Fund Expenditures Adjustment
Approval of supplemental budget adjustments to increase sewer construction fund expenditures for 2022-23.
Public Comments
Several citizens and representatives of the Heritage Park Mall owner spoke during the public hearing on the urban renewal plan. Comments ranged from the owner's claims of lack of communication and permit issues, to investors' proposals for redevelopment, and residents' concerns about decades of blight and lack of maintenance at the mall property. The city clarified that notices were sent to the owner's legal representatives and provided current market values for the properties.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Rain barrel purchase deadline: April 9th
- VITA program ends: April 13th
Watch For
- Second public hearing for Heritage Park Mall Urban Renewal Plan: April 25, 2023
- Future Request for Proposals (RFPs) for Heritage Park Mall redevelopment
Announcements
- A huge thank you was extended to all residents and volunteers who participated in the Mid-America Park Cleanup in Ward 5, which saw 60 volunteers remove 2.61 tons of trash and 70 tires.
- Public Works Stormwater Quality will host an E-Waste and Tire Collection Event on April 15th from 8 AM to noon at the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility.
- The Central Oklahoma Stormwater Alliance is partnering to increase the use of rain barrels for water conservation; residents can purchase them online through April 9th for pickup on April 14th and 15th.
- An Earth Day Festival will be held on Saturday, April 22nd, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Joe B Barnes Park, in partnership with the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce.
- Youth League registrations are now open for t-ball, softball, and baseball, with information available on midwestcityok.org.
- The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program will conclude on April 13th, offering free tax assistance on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 5 PM.
- The City of Midwest City is offering full scholarships to income-eligible students in grades 1-8 to attend the Rose State Kids College STEM program over the summer.
- The March sales tax report indicated a 10% increase in sales tax and an 8.77% overall increase in sales and use tax year over year.
- The Midwest City Chamber of Commerce reported a successful year with significant growth in new members, increased networking events, and partnerships with city services and local businesses, including Mathis Brothers hiring fairs and a focus on business retention.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion.
Heritage Park Mall Area Urban Renewal Plan Public Hearing
Public hearing to provide information and answer questions concerning the proposed Heritage Park Mall area urban renewal plan, which defines a blighted area and outlines objectives and actions for redevelopment.
Rezone 1226 and 1224 Jet Drive
Public hearing, discussion, consideration, possible action of an ordinance to rezone from a simplified planned unit development governed by O1 Restricted Office District to C3 Community Commercial District and a resolution to amend the comprehensive plan from low density residential to commercial for the property at 1226 and 1224 Jet Drive, for a proposed oil change facility.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code (D3)
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code (D4)
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code (D5)
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code (D6)
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code (D7)
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code Chapter 15 Fire Protection and Prevention
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code chapter 15 fire protection and prevention article 3 section 15 through 61, as required by State Statute.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code (D9)
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code.
Ordinance Amending Midwest City Municipal Code (D10)
Discussion, consideration, possible action to adopt an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code.
Municipal Judges Candidates Approval
Discussion, consideration, possible action of approving a list of candidates for municipal judges and an alternate.
Midwest City Authority and Municipal Authority - February 28, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Discussion, consideration, possible action approving the February 28, 2023 meeting minutes.
Midwest City Authority and Municipal Authority - Purchase of Supplemental Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor Media
Discussion, consideration, possible action rewarding the bid and approving a purchase agreement with Stanford Scientific International Inc. to purchase supplemental moving bed biofilm reactor media at the Water Resources Recovery Facility.
Midwest City Authority and Municipal Authority - Supplemental Budget Adjustments for Sewer Construction Fund
Discussion, consideration, possible action approving supplemental budget adjustments to the sewer construction fund for 2022-23.
Midwest City Hospital Authority - February 28, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Discussion, consideration, possible action approving the February 28, 2023 meeting minutes.
Economic Development Commission - December 13, 2022 Meeting Minutes
Discussion, consideration, possible action to approve December 13, 2022 meeting minutes.
Special Economic Development Authority - Consent Agenda
Approval of the consent agenda along with two addendum items.