Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council addressed several key issues, including the approval of the 2022 Action Plan for CDBG funds and two dilapidated properties slated for demolition. They also approved a special use permit for a new cell tower and rejected bids for a pedestrian bridge due to being over budget. Numerous community events and proclamations were announced.
Key Decisions & Votes
2022 CDBG Action Plan
22:00The 2022 Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant funds was adopted, and the Mayor was authorized to submit certifications and enter necessary contracts.
Multi-purpose Athletic Field Complex Phase 2 Engineering Contract
23:00The fee proposal for the Multi-purpose Athletic Field Complex Phase 2 parking lot engineering contract with Guernsey was approved at an amended amount of $85,500.
Special Use Permit for 1716 S Sooner Rd
26:00A special use permit was granted to allow administrative, professional, retail, and medical services in the hospitality district at the corrected address of 1716 South Sooner Road.
Special Use Permit for Cell Tower at 8730 SE 15th St
30:00A special use permit was approved for the placement of a 100-foot monopole cell tower for AT&T, with the condition that the applicant works with Tinker Air Force Base on lighting requirements.
Demolition of 1108 Bell Drive
39:00A resolution was passed declaring the structure at 1108 Bell Drive dilapidated and authorizing its demolition and removal due to fire damage and prolonged inaction.
Demolition of 234 North Blake Drive
58:00Despite the owner's request for an extension, a resolution was passed declaring the structure at 234 North Blake Drive dilapidated and authorizing its demolition and removal due to extensive fire damage and insufficient progress on repairs.
Rejection of Joby Barnes Regional Park Pedestrian Bridge Bids
1:00:00Bids for the construction of the Joby Barnes Regional Park pedestrian bridge were rejected as they significantly exceeded the budgeted amount. The city plans to re-evaluate the project.
Ordinance Amending General Employee Retirement System
1:05:00An ordinance amending Chapter 33 of the Municipal Code regarding the General Employee Retirement System was adopted to update the plan document and joinder agreement for the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund, as required by the IRS.
Ordinances Amending Fire Protection and Subdivision Regulations
1:09:00Two ordinances were adopted to resolve a conflict in city code, setting the requirement for two ingress/egress access points for residential subdivisions at 50 homes or more, aligning with historical city practice.
Appointment to ACOG Committees
1:11:00Council member Rick Favors was appointed as the third alternate delegate to various ACOG boards and committees.
Appointment to Sidewalk Committee
1:12:00Council member Ms. Bain was appointed to the Sidewalk Committee.
Upcoming Community Events
Cruising for Coffee
8 AM at Santa Fe Cattle Company, Sooner Town Center
Earth Month Disposal Event
8 AM to noon at the Charles Johnson Building (8726 SE 15th Street) for tires, e-waste, appliances, metal. Proof of citizenship required.
First Friday Film Event (Jurassic Park)
7 PM at Charles Johnson Park, Town Center Plaza, featuring the Papa Nooch Band.
Law Day (Oklahoma Bar Association)
Submit questions to askalawyer@okbar.org. Phone numbers: OKC 405-493-9111, Tulsa 918-551-6022.
Healthy Kids Day
10 AM to noon at the Midwest City YMCA, celebrating 30th anniversary with family activities.
Special Olympics Fundraiser
10 AM to 1 PM at Chick-fil-A on 29th Street, with Midwest City Police Department.
Travel Oklahoma Day(s)
Saturday, April 30th (11 AM) through Sunday, May 1st (3 PM) at the Midwest City Tourism Center.
Navy Ball
Returning to the Reed Center.
Tinker in the Primes
Attendance limit of 1200 due to fire code; sponsorships expected to sell out by May 6th.
Financial Matters
Multi-purpose Athletic Field Complex Phase 2 Parking Lot Engineering Contract
Approval of the fee proposal for engineering services with Guernsey for a second parking lot, maintenance facility, and concession stand.
Joby Barnes Regional Park Pedestrian Bridge Construction Bids
Rejection of bids for the pedestrian bridge replacement due to being significantly over the budgeted amount.
John Conrad Golf Course Beautification
Gail Frye, former first lady, initiated a fundraising effort to beautify the entrance of the John Conrad Golf Course, raising approximately $28,000 towards a $30,000 goal. Work has begun on brick wall repairs and plant installation.
Public Comments
Public comments were received regarding the proposed cell tower, with the applicant clarifying lighting agreements. Additionally, a homeowner addressed the council to request an extension for repairing his fire-damaged property, citing personal and financial challenges.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Sponsorships for Tinker in the Primes are expected to be sold out by May 6th.
Watch For
- Re-evaluation and potential re-bidding for the Joby Barnes Regional Park pedestrian bridge construction.
- A city-wide cleanup effort for next Earth Day, in collaboration with Paul Streets and the Chamber of Commerce.
Announcements
- Cruising for Coffee hosted by the Midwest City Convention and Visitors Bureau on Saturday, May 21st, 8 AM, at Santa Fe Cattle Company at Sooner Town Center.
- Earth Month disposal event for tires, e-waste, appliances, and metal on April 30th, 8 AM to noon, at the Charles Johnson Building (8726 SE 15th Street).
- First Friday Film event featuring the Papa Nooch Band and the film 'Jurassic Park' on May 27th, 7 PM, at Charles Johnson Park in Town Center Plaza.
- Oklahoma Bar Association's annual Law Day on April 28th, offering free legal advice via email (askalawyer@okbar.org) or phone (OKC: 405-493-9111, Tulsa: 918-551-6022).
- Healthy Kids Day at the Midwest City YMCA on April 30th, 10 AM to noon, celebrating its 30th anniversary with family activities.
- Acknowledgement of KP Smotherman and Leroy Hopkins for organizing the Country Girl and Country Boy Car Show on April 9th in Ward 5.
- Special Olympics fundraiser at Chick-fil-A on 29th Street on Thursday, April 28th and Friday, April 29th, from 10 AM to 1 PM, with Midwest City Police Department participation.
- Travel Oklahoma Day(s) at the Midwest City Tourism Center on Saturday, April 30th (11 AM) and Sunday, May 1st (until 3 PM), celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week.
- The new Multi-purpose Athletic Facility opened successfully on Friday, hosting tournaments with positive feedback.
- Proclamation of Sergeant Kyle Caruso Day on April 26th, recognizing his retirement from the Midwest City Police Department after 25 years of service.
- Proclamation of April as Fair Housing Month, recognizing the 54th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act.
- Proclamation of May 4th, 2022, as Firefighter Appreciation Day, honoring the dedication and service of firefighters.
- Proclamation of May 1st through May 7th as Compost Awareness Week, promoting composting and the city's state-of-the-art compost facility.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by one motion.
Item 6 (Pulled from Consent Agenda)
Discussion and consideration for adoption of the proposed 2022 Action Plan, part of the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and Strategy for the use of 2022 Community Development Block Grant funds, and authorization for the Mayor to submit certifications and enter necessary contracts.
Item 24 (Pulled from Consent Agenda)
Discussion and consideration for adoption of approving the fee proposal for the Multi-purpose Athletic Field Complex for Phase 2 parking lot engineering contract with Guernsey, with an amended amount.
PC 2107
Public hearing for a special use permit to allow administrative, professional, retail, and medical services in the hospitality district for the property at 1716 South Sooner Road.
PC 2108
Public hearing for a special use permit to allow communication services (a 100-foot monopole cell tower) in the I2 Modern Industrial District for the property at 8730 Southeast 15th Street.
Discussion Item 3
Public hearing for a resolution declaring the structure located at 1108 Bell Drive a dilapidated building and setting dates to demolish and remove it from the site.
Discussion Item 4
Public hearing for a resolution declaring the structure located at 234 North Blake Drive a dilapidated building and setting dates to demolish and remove it from the site.
Discussion Item 5
Discussion and consideration for adoption of rejecting the bids received for the construction of the Joby Barnes Regional Park pedestrian bridge.
Discussion Item 6
Discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code Chapter 33 (Pensions and Retirement) Article 2 (General Employee Retirement System) to update the plan document and joinder agreement for the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund.
Discussion Item 7
Discussion and consideration for adoption of two ordinances: one amending Chapter 15 (Fire Protection and Prevention) and another amending Chapter 38 (Subdivision Regulations) to resolve a conflict regarding the number of access points required for subdivisions, setting the requirement at 50 homes or more.
Discussion Item 8
Appointment of one council member (Rick Favors) as the third alternate delegate to ACOG boards and committees.
Discussion Item 9
Appointment of a council member (Ms. Bain) to the Sidewalk Committee.
Discussion Item 10
No action needed on this item, as it pertains to a defunct committee.
Midwest City Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Authority.
Midwest City Hospital Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Hospital Authority.
Economic Development Commission Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Economic Development Commission, with one item pulled.
Economic Development Commission Item 3 (Pulled)
Review of the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce activity report for the period ending March 31, 2021.