Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council addressed several development and community-related items. Key decisions included approving a contract for an active corridor on Adair Boulevard, funding for Mid-America Park playground equipment, and a rezoning request for a new restaurant/brewery. The council also recognized two outgoing members for their dedicated service to the city.
Key Decisions & Votes
Reno's Swim and Slide Admission and Pass Costs
00:29:50Admission and season pass costs were increased for various age groups and early bird passes. Private pool party pavilion rental rates were also increased. The proposal for a family pass was tabled for further study.
Adair Boulevard Active Corridor Contract
00:32:00A contract with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) was approved to receive grant funding for the construction of a bike and pedestrian corridor along Adair Boulevard.
WP Bill Atkins Park Change Order
00:35:00Change Order #4 was approved, decreasing the project cost by $39,613.67 and adding eight days. The council requested that the decreased funds be considered for a dog park addition to Atkinson Park if the project remains within budget.
Mid-America Park Playground Equipment Contract
00:40:00A $700,000 contract with Kompan Inc. was approved for the design and construction of ADA accessible playground equipment for the Mid-America Park expansion.
Rezoning for West MacArthur Property
00:59:00The rezoning of property at 227 and 231 West MacArthur from C3 to SPUD (governed by C4) was approved, allowing for the development of a restaurant and brewpub despite concerns about parking and traffic congestion.
Friendly Acres Subdivision Replat
01:02:00A replat of the Friendly Acres subdivision was approved to divide one existing lot into three for residential development, with the applicant agreeing to fulfill all required improvements.
Renaming Alicia Drive
01:14:00An application to rename Alicia Drive to Bueven's Drive was denied due to the significant burden it would place on residents to change their addresses and documents, despite the applicant's noble intentions for colon cancer awareness.
Appeal for Soft Surface Parking Violation
01:24:00An appeal by property owners at 10216 Alicia Drive regarding a soft surface parking violation was denied. The council acknowledged the ambiguity of the current ordinance and committed to reviewing it in the future.
Hospital Authority Investment Portfolio Rebalancing
01:44:00The Hospital Authority approved recommendations to reallocate assets and rebalance its investment portfolio to 20% cash equivalents, 10% domestic bonds, and 70% domestic equity for increased liquidity.
Upcoming Community Events
Tree Giveaway
10:30 a.m. at Jody Barnes Park Pavilion (Rotary Pavilion at 8700 East Reno). All trees were reserved.
Mommy and Son Movie Day
Nick Harris Community Center. Tickets are $10 and available through Eventbrite.
Cruising for Coffee
8 a.m. in the parking lot of Santa Fe Cattle Company.
Colon Cancer Awareness Walk
Scissortail Park.
Financial Matters
Sales Tax Report for March
Sales tax was down 4.48% ($168,000) compared to the same time last year, but still exceeded the low projection for the year by $220,2775.
ACOG Grant for Adair Boulevard Active Corridor
Grant funding received from the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments for the construction of a bike and pedestrian corridor.
WP Bill Atkins Park Change Order
A decrease in contract cost for the construction of WP Bill Atkins Park.
Mid-America Park Playground Equipment Contract
Contract for the design and build of playground equipment for the Mid-America Park expansion.
Hospital Authority Investment Portfolio Rebalancing
Reallocation of assets to achieve a portfolio balance of 20% cash equivalents, 10% domestic bonds, and 70% domestic equity for increased liquidity.
Public Comments
Public comments included concerns regarding potential traffic and parking issues from a new development, strong opposition to a proposed street name change due to the burden on residents, and an appeal against a soft surface parking violation. Additionally, residents expressed appreciation for outgoing council members and one resident shared detailed feedback on interactions with the police department and advocated for community engagement and police reform.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Reappointment of Jim McWhorter and Joel Bryant to the Builders Advisory Board, pending verification of residency and review of the ordinance.
Deadlines
- Spring league registration for t-ball, softball, or baseball closes March 31st.
- VITA program closes April 14th.
Watch For
- Park board recommendation on renaming a park or other memorial for colon cancer awareness.
- Ordinance review committee discussion on the soft surface parking ordinance, potentially on the April 11th agenda.
- Future proposals for an overlay district and shared parking agreements in the 'Carburetor Alley' area.
Announcements
- Boy Scout Troop 275 and Cadet Hall from Carl Albert High School ROTC were recognized.
- A tree giveaway is scheduled for Saturday, March 26th at 10:30 a.m. at Jody Barnes Park Pavilion (8700 East Reno) for reserved residents.
- Mommy and Son Movie Day is this Saturday, March 26th, at the Nick Harris Community Center. Tickets are $10.
- Registration for Midwest City's spring t-ball, softball, or baseball leagues closes on March 31st. Volunteer coaches are needed.
- The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. until Thursday, April 14th. Appointments can be made by calling 739-1239.
- The Midwest City Convention and Visitors Bureau will host the spring/summer series of Cruising for Coffee starting on April 16th at 8 a.m. in the Santa Fe Cattle Company parking lot.
- Reno and Swim Slide tickets will go on sale starting April 1st. More information is available by calling 739-1293.
- Three free programs funded by state COVID money are available to Midwest City residents: career training grants, job coaching, and reading and math tutoring for kindergarten through fifth graders. Information is available at midwestcityok.org.
- March 20-26 was proclaimed Arbor Week.
- April 10-16 was proclaimed Midwest City Telecommunication Recognition Week, honoring 911 dispatchers.
- March 22nd was proclaimed Council Member Christine Price Allen Day, recognizing her eight years of service.
- March 23rd was proclaimed Council Member Espinoa Bowen Day, recognizing her four years of service.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items, excluding items 7, 18, 20, 21, and 23 which were pulled for discussion.
Item 7: Reno's Swim and Slide Admission and Season Pass Costs
Discussion and consideration for adoption of raising admission and season pass costs, with clarification on pavilion rental rates and striking the family pass option.
Item 18: Contract with Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG)
Approval of a contract to receive $58,270 for the construction of an active corridor along Adair Boulevard.
Item 20: Change Order #4 for WP Bill Atkins Park
Amending the contract with Shiloh Enterprises Inc. resulting in a decrease of $39,613.67 and adding eight days to the project, with a request to consider the funds for a dog park.
Item 21: Contract with Kompan Inc. for Mid-America Park Expansion
Approval of a $700,000 contract to design and build ADA accessible playground equipment for the future Mid-America Park expansion.
Item 23: Reappointment to Builders Advisory Board
Discussion and consideration of reappointing Jim McWhorter and Joel Bryant for an additional three-year term, with questions raised about residency requirements and ordinance compliance.
PC 2103: Rezoning from C3 to SPUD for West MacArthur Property
Public hearing for rezoning property at 227 and 231 West MacArthur from C3 Community Commercial to SPUD (governed by C4 General Commercial) to allow for a restaurant and brewpub, including a parking variance.
PC 2104: Replat of Friendly Acres Subdivision
Discussion and consideration for adoption of the replat of the east 225 feet of lot 6 and the east 225 feet of the south 20 feet of lot 5 in block 3 of the Friendly Acres subdivision to divide one lot into three for residential development.
PC 2105: Renaming Alicia Drive to Bueven's Drive
Public hearing for an application to rename Alicia Drive within the Frolic Addition to Bueven's Drive to honor a life lost to colon cancer, with concerns from residents about the burden of address changes.
Appeal for Soft Surface Parking at 10216 Alicia Drive
Public hearing for an appeal by the property owner regarding a notice and order for soft surface parking, citing ambiguity in the current ordinance and drainage concerns.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Midwest City Municipal Authority.
Hospital Authority Discussion Item: Reallocate Assets and Change Fund Managers
Discussion and consideration of adoption of an action to reallocate assets, change fund managers, or make changes in the statement of investment policy guidelines and objectives for the Hospital Authority, including rebalancing the portfolio.
Special Economic Development Authority Discussion Item: February 22, 2022 Meeting Minutes
Discussion and consideration for adoption of the February 22, 2022 meeting minutes.
Special Utilities Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the City of Midwest City Special Utilities Authority.