January 11, 2023 City Council Meeting

The council adopted a new policy to provide clear direction and a leveled playing field for the process of naming and renaming public parks, park areas, and facilities.

The council approved a $200,000 grant from the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency, along with $50,000 in matching funds, to continue the homebuyer assistance program for down payment and closing costs.

The final plat for a property located at 11004 Southeast 20, described as part of the Southwest border Section 8, was approved.

A request to rezone property at 2113 South Davis Boulevard from C4 General Commercial to I-1 Light Industrial for a cannabis extraction facility was denied due to council members' safety concerns regarding its proximity to residential areas and other businesses.

The comprehensive Air Depot Corridor Plan, developed by Catalyst Commercial, was accepted and adopted by the council. The plan outlines strategies for revitalization, including infrastructure improvements, zoning recommendations, and economic development initiatives.

The council decided to allow the owner of the property at 1309 Lloyd Drive to proceed with renovations under their existing building permit, effectively dropping the resolution declaring the structure dilapidated, given significant progress on the exterior.

The council granted the owner of the property at 1401 Moore Avenue 30 days to complete the demolition process, acknowledging recent permit issuance and equipment delivery.

Amendments to the city's subdivision regulations were approved, requiring minor subdivision plans for developments less than five acres and establishing new fee-in-lieu rates for infrastructure improvements to ensure adequate funding for drainage, streets, and sidewalks.

The Special Economic Development Authority approved an item related to the MTG project, despite acknowledging significant budget overruns due to inflation and potential project downsizing.

The Special Economic Development Authority approved an item concerning the jet facility, noting the expiration of the Global Turbine Services contract and ongoing efforts to identify new prospects for the site.

Sales Tax Report (January)

Projected sales and use taxes are 3.56% above year-over-year; 3.19% for the month and 7.61% for the year.

Home Investment Partnership Program Grant

A contract for $200,000 from the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency for down payment and closing assistance, with an agreement to provide $50,000 in bank matching funds.

Subdivision Regulations Fee-in-Lieu

Proposed fees for sidewalk improvements at $18.02 per linear foot and road improvements at $104.10 per linear foot, representing 70% of the development cost, with annual updates based on the Engineering News Record.

MTG Project Budget Overrun

The MTG project is experiencing delays and potential downsizing due to bids coming in 58% over budget, attributed to inflation.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

Invocation by Assistant City Manager Von Sullivan and Pledge of Allegiance by Carl Albert ROTC Cadets Biggers and Cooper.

Proclamation: Tiara Mims Day

Proclamation declaring January 11, 2023, as Tiara Mims Day in recognition of Girl Scout Tiara Mims' achievement of the Silver Award and her 'Escape the Vape' project.

Community Related Announcements

Announcements by Mr. Lion regarding sales tax report, MLK Prayer Breakfast, trash/recycling schedule, Daddy Daughter Dance, youth league registration, and an agreement with the City of Choctaw.

Adopting a policy regarding naming and renaming public parks, park areas, and park facilities

Discussion and consideration of a policy to establish a clear process for naming and renaming public parks and facilities.

Home Investment Partnership Program Grant contract 2022-HOME-1711

Approval of and entering into a grant contract with the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency for $200,000 for down payment and closing assistance, with $50,000 in bank matching funds.

Public Hearing: Final Plat of Curve (11004 Southeast 20)

Public hearing with discussion, consideration, and possible action of approval of the final plat of the curve described as part of the Southwest border Section 8 Township 11 North and Range 2 West of Indian Meridian, located at 11004 Southeast 20.

Public Hearing: Rezone for Cannabis Extraction Facility (2113 South Davis Boulevard)

Public hearing with discussion, consideration, and possible action of approval of a planned unit development to rezone property from C4 General Commercial to I-1 Light Industrial for a cannabis extraction facility located at 2113 South Davis Boulevard.

Air Depot Corridor Plan by Catalyst Commercial

Discussion, consideration, and possible action of accepting and adopting the Air Depot Corridor Plan developed by Catalyst Commercial.

Update to resolution declaring 1309 Lloyd Drive dilapidated

Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding an update to a resolution declaring the structure at 1309 Lloyd Drive dilapidated, with the owner providing an update on progress.

Update to resolution declaring 1401 Moore Avenue dilapidated

Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding an update to a resolution declaring the structure at 1401 Moore Avenue dilapidated, with the owner providing an update on demolition plans.

Amending subdivision regulations

Discussion, consideration, and possible action of amending subdivision regulations to address infrastructure requirements and fee-in-lieu options.

New Business Public Discussion (City Council)

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

Midwest City Municipal Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Authority.

Midwest City Municipal Authority New Business Public Discussion

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

Midwest City Hospital Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of routine agenda items for the Hospital Authority.

Midwest City Hospital Authority Discussion Item 1

Discussion item for the Hospital Authority.

Midwest City Hospital Authority New Business Public Discussion

Opportunity for public discussion on new business items before the Hospital Authority.

Midwest City Hospital Authority Executive Session

Executive session to discuss the purchase or appraisal of real estate located near 8800-8832 Southeast 29th and 301 North Midwest Boulevard.

Special Economic Development Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of routine agenda items for the Special Economic Development Authority, with items 2 and 3 pulled for discussion.

Special Economic Development Authority Item 2 (MTG project)

Discussion and approval of an item related to the MTG project, noting delays due to inflation and budget overruns.

Special Economic Development Authority Item 3 (Jet facility)

Discussion and approval of an item related to the jet facility, noting the expiration of the Global Turbine Services contract and ongoing efforts to find new prospects.

Special Economic Development Authority New Business Public Discussion

Opportunity for public discussion on new business items before the Special Economic Development Authority.