Meeting Summary
The council approved amendments to the fire prevention code, introducing fees for repeat inspections and new construction fire system inspections. New golf course rates for the renovated John Conrad Golf Course were also approved, including a special annual fee for Midwest City residents. Additionally, the council approved over $590,000 in grant funding recommendations for FY 21-22 applicants.
Key Decisions & Votes
Amending Fire Protection and Fire Prevention Ordinance
12:45Adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 15, introducing fees for third-time fire inspections and for new construction/major alteration fire system inspections to align with state practices.
Amending Golf Course Rates
17:45Adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 30, establishing new competitive rates for the renovated John Conrad Golf Course, including a new annual resident fee.
FY 21-22 Grant Funding Recommendations
24:00Approved funding recommendations from the Board of Grantors for eligible FY 21-22 grant applicants, totaling not to exceed $590,0258, with one item voted on separately due to a conflict of interest.
Upcoming Community Events
Congress of Mayors (Legislative Training Program)
Rose State College (new student union), Midwest City. Includes the first annual Mayor's Ball (Red, White, and Blue Ball) on Thursday night and a Capitol visit on Friday morning.
Financial Matters
FY 21-22 Grant Funding Recommendations
Approval of grant funding recommendations from the Board of Grantors for various eligible applicants.
Midwest City Public Works Tree Replacement Park Improvements
A specific grant application approved as part of the FY 21-22 funding, voted on separately due to a conflict of interest.
Fire Department Annual License Inspections (third re-inspection fee)
Ordinance amendment introduces a fee for businesses requiring a third re-inspection by the fire department.
New Construction System Inspection (fire department)
Ordinance amendment introduces permit fees for fire department inspections related to new construction or 50% or greater alterations.
Golf Course Rates
New rates for John Conrad Golf Course, including a Midwest City resident annual fee, to cover rising maintenance costs and generate sales tax revenue.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Congress of Mayors legislative training program and Mayor's Ball next week in Midwest City.
Announcements
- Recognition of five municipal professionals for 25 years of service: Police Sergeant Wade Ramsey, Water Plant Supply Supervisor Kevin Lemons, Police Lieutenant Ronald Weatherly, Police Sergeant Carissa, and Transportation Manager Craig Davis.
- Mayor Dukes elected as Vice Chair of OML Legislative Committee.
- Congress of Mayors event rescheduled for next week at Rose State College, including the first annual Mayor's Ball.
- Boy Scout Jordan Murdock from Midwest City Middle School was present to earn a communications merit badge.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items.
Discussion Item #1: Ordinance amending Chapter 15 Fire Protection and Fire Prevention
Amending sections 15-59 (annual license inspections) and 15-60 (new construction system inspection or alteration at 50% or greater) to introduce fees for repeat inspections and new construction fire system inspections.
Discussion Item #2: Ordinance amending Chapter 30 Parks and Recreation, Article 4 Golf
Amending section 30-40 A and B to establish new golf course rates for the renovated John Conrad Golf Course, including a Midwest City resident annual fee.
Executive Session #1 (Council Agenda)
Discussion/consideration to confer on matters pertaining to economic development (transfer of property, financing, enticing business).
Executive Session #2 (Council Agenda)
Discussion/consideration to discuss confidential communications with attorney concerning a pending investigation, claim, or action.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of two routine items.
Executive Session D1 (Municipal Authority)
Discussion/consideration to discuss confidential communications with attorney concerning a pending investigation, claim, or action.
Hospital Authority Discussion Item #1: Adoption of January 25, 2022 meeting minutes
Approval of previous meeting minutes.
Hospital Authority Discussion Item #2: Approving funding recommendations of the board of grantors
Approval of funding recommendations for eligible FY 21-22 grant applicants, not to exceed $590,0258, with one item (Midwest City Public Works Tree Replacement Park Improvements for $61,089) voted on separately.
Hospital Authority Discussion Item #3
No action needed.
Special Economic Development Authority Discussion Item #1
Discussion/consideration for adoption of minutes.
Executive Session (Special Economic Development Authority)
Discussion/consideration to confer on matters pertaining to economic development (transfer of property, financing, enticing business).
Special Utilities Authority Discussion Item #1: Adoption of August 24, 2021 meeting minutes
Approval of previous meeting minutes.
Executive Session (Special Utilities Authority)
Executive session no longer needed.
Motion to go into Executive Session (Return to Council Agenda)
Motion to enter executive session for all remaining executive sessions for the Council, Economic Development, and Municipal Authority.