Meeting Summary
The City Council held public hearings for the establishment of Increment District #3 to support major economic development projects and proposed changes to ward boundaries. Key decisions included approving concession operations at Kiwanis Park, funding for the Boys & Girls Club at Country Estates Elementary, and significant engineering contracts for utility infrastructure to support new industrial development and an east side sanitary sewer study. The meeting also recognized long-serving city employees and noted a positive increase in July's sales tax revenue.
Key Decisions & Votes
Kiwanis Park Concession Lease
19:40The bid from Tasty Snow for turnkey concession operations at Kiwanis Park was awarded, and a property lease agreement was approved for $850 per month from March to October.
Boys and Girls Club MOU
30:50A Memorandum of Understanding for $75,000 was approved with the Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma County Inc. for the operation of a club site at Country Estates Elementary School.
Utility Bill Production Agreement Renewal
34:50The utility bill production agreement with Data Pros LLC was renewed with modifications for the fiscal year 22-23.
Urban Renewal Authority Reappointments
44:30Dave Herbert and Russell Smith were reappointed to the Midwest City Urban Renewal Authority for an additional three-year term ending July 22, 2025.
Utility Services Engineering for Centrilium Proteins
1:15:00A professional services agreement with Plumber Associates Inc. for $299,365 was approved to provide survey and design services for future utility service to Centrilium Proteins and the Water Resource Recovery Facility.
East Side Sanitary Sewer Study
1:18:00A professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols Inc. for $296,000 was approved to conduct a comprehensive sanitary sewer study for the east side of the city.
Economic Development Assistance Agreement with Centrilium Proteins
1:46:00A resolution was approved for the Economic Development Assistance Agreement with Centrilium Proteins LLC and MTG Property Holdings LLC, outlining obligations for facility construction, job creation, utility connections, and city-funded infrastructure.
Upcoming Community Events
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Starts at 2 p.m. for daughters 3-14. Tickets $15/person. Light refreshments, photo booth, carriage rides (additional cost).
Cruising for Coffee Car Show
8 a.m. at the Santa Fe parking lot.
Fourth Friday Film
Regional Park, featuring 'The Addams Family 2'.
Beautify Midwest City Effort
Partnership with SSM Health and Keep Oklahoma Beautiful for community cleanup, with free supplies available.
Tinker in the Primes
Projected attendance near 1200, with a Women in Aerospace reception and VIP reception on Tuesday evening.
Opera at Hudiburg Chevrolet Center
Many more activities coming, bringing visitors to Midwest City.
Financial Matters
July Sales Tax Revenue
Sales tax for the month of July was up 5.67% year-over-year and 8.13% versus projections.
Kiwanis Park Concession Lease
Lease agreement for turnkey concession operations at Kiwanis Park with Tasty Snow.
Boys and Girls Club MOU
Memorandum of Understanding for the operation of the club site at Country Estates Elementary School.
Utility Bill Production Agreement
Renewal of contract with Data Pros LLC for utility bill production, with discussion on potential cost savings through electronic statements.
Plumber Associates Inc. Professional Services
Engineering consultant services for water and sewer extensions to Centrilium Proteins and the Water Resource Recovery Facility.
Freese and Nichols Inc. Professional Services
Engineering services for the East Side Sanitary Sewer Study.
Increment District #3 Development Finance Assistance
Proposed TIF district to provide development financing assistance, including $1,500,000 for Global Turbine Services and construction of a railway spur for Centrilium Proteins. Estimated to generate almost $12 million in new ad valorem taxes over 12 years.
Centrilium Development Agreement Infrastructure
City's obligations include building a lift station and force mains for wastewater (estimated $1.6 million) and extending the water system (estimated $1.5 million) to serve the Centrilium facility and the Water Resource Recovery Facility.
Reed Center Wi-Fi Upgrade
The Chamber of Commerce financially supported upgrading Wi-Fi capabilities at the Reed Center for Tinker in the Primes.
Public Comments
Two citizens addressed the council during public hearings. One resident expressed concerns about potential noise levels from the new jet repair turbine facility, while another inquired about the impact of ward boundary changes on the number and splitting of wards.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Second public hearing for the Increment District #3 ordinance on August 23, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.
- Formal consideration and vote on the Increment District #3 ordinance on August 23, 2022.
- First look at the zoning ordinance for the Centrilium project in approximately two months.
- Second public hearing and vote on the proposed ward boundary changes at the August 23, 2022, City Council meeting.
- Discussion on how to handle committee/commission appointments for members affected by new ward boundaries.
- Midwest City cleanup program in the spring, in partnership with SSM Health and Keep Oklahoma Beautiful, potentially involving high school and middle school students for community service hours.
Announcements
- The golf course reopening was a great success, with pictures available on the city website.
- The annual Daddy Daughter Date Night is this Friday, starting at 2 p.m. for daughters 3-14. Tickets are $15 per person, with light refreshments, a photo booth, and carriage rides available for an additional cost.
- The next Cruising for Coffee car show is August 20th at 8 a.m. in the Santa Fe parking lot.
- The Fourth Friday Film at Regional Park on August 26th will be 'The Addams Family 2'.
- July's sales tax check was up 5.67% year-over-year and 8.13% versus projections, marking a good start to the fiscal year.
- Josh Ryan and his staff were recognized for their work at the golf course.
- School opens soon in Midwest City; the police department will pay close attention to school zones.
- Proclamation: July 2022 is Lakes Appreciation Month, recognizing the importance of Oklahoma's lakes and reservoirs, particularly Lake Thunderbird.
- Proclamation: July 27, 2022, is Maycek Koyetsky Day, recognizing his retirement after 38 years of service with the Water Resources Recovery Facility.
- Proclamation: July 26, 2022, is Brian Phillips Day, recognizing his retirement after 31 years of service at the Water Plant.
- The Midwest City Chamber of Commerce reported on various activities, including a 'Beautify Midwest City' effort with SSM Health and Keep Oklahoma Beautiful, a successful Women's Leadership Retreat, and upgrades to the Reed Center's Wi-Fi for Tinker in the Primes.
- Tinker in the Primes attendance is projected to be near its maximum of 1200 attendees.
- A Women in Aerospace reception is planned, with high-ranking female speakers from Tinker Air Force Base.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion, with items 8, 10, 16, and 17 pulled for discussion.
Item 8: Awarding bid for concession operations at Kiwanis Park
Consideration of awarding the bid and entering into a property lease agreement for turnkey concession operations at Kiwanis Park with Tasty Snow.
Item 10: Memorandum of Understanding for Boys and Girls Club
Consideration for adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding for 2022-23 in the amount of $75,000 with the Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma County Inc. for operations at Country Estates Elementary School.
Item 16: Renewing utility bill production agreement
Consideration of renewing the utility bill production agreement with Data Pros LLC with modifications for fiscal year 22-23.
Item 17: Reappointing Dave Herbert and Russell Smith to Urban Renewal Authority
Consideration of reappointing Dave Herbert and Russell Smith to the Midwest City Urban Renewal Authority for an additional three-year term.
Discussion Item 1: Public Hearing for Increment District #3
Public hearing to provide information and answer questions regarding the establishment of Increment District #3, City of Midwest City, Oklahoma, and development finance assistance for MTG Property Holdings LLC/Centrilium Proteins LLC and Global Turbine Systems.
Discussion Item 2: Professional services with Plumber Associates Inc.
Consideration for entering into and approving professional services with Plumber Associates Inc. in the amount of $299,365 to provide survey and design services for future utility service to Centrilium Proteins and the Water Resource Recovery Facility.
Discussion Item 3: Professional services with Freese and Nichols Inc.
Consideration for entering into and approving professional services with Freese and Nichols Inc. in the amount of $296,000 to provide services for the East Side Sanitary Sewer Study.
Discussion Item 4: Public Hearing on Ward Boundaries
Public hearing and presentation of proposed amendments to Chapter 14, Election Section 14-1, Ward Boundaries of the city ordinances.
Municipal Authority Agenda: Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Authority.
Municipal Hospital Authority Agenda: Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Hospital Authority.
Economic Development Commission Agenda: Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Economic Development Commission, with item 3 pulled for discussion.
Economic Development Commission Agenda: Item 3
Review of the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce quarterly activity report for the period ending June 30, 2022.
Special Economic Development Authority Agenda: Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Special Economic Development Authority.
Special Economic Development Authority Agenda: Discussion Item 1
Consideration of possible action to amend and/or approve a resolution of the Midwest City Economic Development Authority approving the Economic Development Assistance Agreement with Centrilium Proteins LLC and MTG Property Holdings LLC.