Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council approved several rezonings and a final plat for residential and commercial developments. Key ordinance updates were adopted, including changes to purchasing thresholds, alcoholic beverage regulations, and circus/carnival permits. The council also heard a report from the Economic Development Commission.
Key Decisions & Votes
Replat of St. Patrick Drive Lot
19:30Approved the replat of Lot 15, Block 5, Point in City Edition, to divide one existing lot into two for residential development at 10305 St. Patrick Drive, with the applicant responsible for infrastructure improvements.
Reno Avenue Rezoning for Commercial Use
21:00Approved the rezoning of Lots 1-4 of the Poling Edition at 10012 East Reno Avenue from R6 residential to C3 community commercial, and amended the comprehensive plan, to allow for the construction of a Casey's General Store.
Soldier Creek Industrial Park PUD Amendment
23:30Approved an amendment to the Soldier Creek Industrial Park PUD to allow Global Turbine Services (GTS) to utilize Phase One for jet turbine maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations, with development occurring in three phases.
Bab Drive Rezoning for Multi-Unit Residential
45:00Approved the rezoning of Lot 20, Block 5, Country Estate Second Edition at 525 Bab Drive, from R2F to SPUD governed by RMD, allowing for a four-unit building with requested variances for area regulations and the use of alternative permeable parking materials.
Jacobs Drive Rezoning for Duplex Residential
48:00Approved the rezoning of Lot 20, Block 5, Pine Edition at 219 East Jacobs Drive, from R6 to SPUD governed by R2F, allowing for a two-story duplex with requested variances for minimum lot size, width, and side setback.
Freedom Villas Final Plat Approval
49:50Approved the final plat of Freedom Villas, subdividing a single parcel into 18 individual parcels and 36 dwelling units for two-family residential development, with all public improvements installed or bonded.
Reno Avenue Mixed-Use Rezoning
56:30Approved the rezoning of 9035 East Reno Avenue from C1 restricted commercial to PUD, allowing the property to be used for both single-family residential and restricted commercial purposes, specifically a home-based sewing business.
Purchasing Ordinance Amendment
59:00Adopted an ordinance amending the municipal code to increase the threshold for construction contracts not requiring city council approval from $25,000 to $50,000 and to add a sole source provision.
Alcoholic Beverages Ordinance Amendment
1:00:40Adopted an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding alcoholic beverages to align with recent state statute changes, repealing city permit requirements but maintaining occupational tax collection, effective December 1, 2021.
Circuses and Carnivals Ordinance Amendment
1:02:40Adopted an ordinance amending the municipal code for circuses and carnivals, requiring them to obtain a special event permit if applicable, updating the license fee from $20 to $40, and revising insurance requirements, effective December 1, 2021.
Upcoming Community Events
Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail
1 PM - 4 PM at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, starting at SE 15th and Century Boulevard.
Halloween Night Trick-or-Treat
6 PM - 8:30 PM in town; residents with candy should turn on porch lights.
Andy's Altitude Event
3 PM - 6 PM, following the city trick-or-treat trail, with inflatables, pirate ship ride, candy, music, and free $5 game card for costumed kids.
Veterans Day Parade
Starts 10 AM at 15th and Century, travels north on Douglas to Reno, ending at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park. Reviewing stand at East Side Church of Christ on Douglas. Vietnam veterans reception at the Reed Center.
11th Annual Food Drive
Sam's Club: Friday & Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM, Sunday 10 AM - 4 PM. To volunteer or for questions, call Neighborhood Services Dept. at 739-1005.
FAFSA Student Aid Form Completion Event
6 PM - 7:30 PM at Midwest City High School.
Holiday Light Spectacular 2021
Opening night 'Walk the Lights' on December 1st from 6 PM - 9 PM ($5 per person). Drive-through begins December 2nd.
Public Comments
No public comments from non-applicants were received during the public hearings.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Discussion Item 1 (applicant requested removal for a later date).
Deadlines
- Memorial Hospital Grant Program closes November 8th.
Watch For
- Ordinance review committee to bring back updates on soft surface parking and overlay districts.
Announcements
- Birthdays recognized for Pat Burns (Oct 19), Rick Faber (Oct 26), Christine Allen (Oct 31), and Ryan Rushing (Oct 26).
- Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail will be this Sunday at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, 1 PM to 4 PM.
- Halloween night trick-or-treating will be from 6 PM to 8:30 PM; residents with candy should turn on porch lights.
- Midwest City's Veterans Day Parade will be held on Thursday, November 11th, starting at 10 AM, dedicated to Vietnam veterans.
- Holiday Light Spectacular 2021 runs from December 1st to December 25th, with an opening night 'Walk the Lights' event on December 1st from 6 PM to 9 PM ($5 per person).
- The 11th Annual Food Drive to benefit Midwest City families will be November 5th-7th at Sam's Club (Fri/Sat 9 AM-4 PM, Sun 10 AM-4 PM).
- A new self-service glass recycling convenience center will open Monday, November 1st, on Jim White Drive.
- The Memorial Hospital Grant Program closes November 8th, open to eligible community agencies.
- Andy's Altitude is hosting an event from 3 PM to 6 PM following the city's trick-or-treat trail, with inflatables, rides, candy, music, and free game cards for costumed children.
- A FAFSA student aid form completion event will be held on November 2nd from 6 PM to 7:30 PM at Midwest City High School.
- Mayor Dukes proclaimed November 1, 2021, as 'Extra Mile Day' in Midwest City, encouraging citizens to acknowledge those who contribute to the community.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items.
PC 2092
Discussion and consideration for adoption of the replat of Lot 15, Block 5, Point in City Edition, to divide one existing lot into two for residential development at 10305 St. Patrick Drive.
PC 2093
Public hearing with discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance to redistrict from R6 single-family detached residential to C3 community commercial and a resolution to amend the comprehensive plan for Lots 1-4 of the Poling Edition at 10012 East Reno Avenue, for a proposed Casey's General Store.
PC 2094
Public hearing with discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance to amend the Soldier Creek Industrial Park SPUD to allow Global Turbine Services (GTS) to utilize a large portion of Phase One for their business, involving jet turbine maintenance and repair.
PC 2095
Public hearing with discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance to redistrict from R2F two-family attached residential to SPUD governed by RMD medium density residential and a resolution to amend the comprehensive plan for Lot 20, Block 5 of the Country Estate Second Edition at 525 Bab Drive, proposing a four-unit building with variances.
PC 2096
Public hearing with discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance to redistrict from R6 single-family residential to SPUD governed by R2F two-family attached residential and a resolution to amend the comprehensive plan for Lot 20, Block 5 of the Pine Edition at 219 East Jacobs Drive, proposing a two-story duplex with variances.
PC 2097
Discussion and consideration for adoption and approval of the final plat of Freedom Villas, subdividing a single parcel into 18 individual parcels and 36 dwelling units for two-family residential development.
PC 2098
Public hearing with discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance to redistrict from C1 restricted commercial to PUD governed by C1 and R6 single-family detached residential and a resolution to amend the comprehensive plan for 9035 East Reno Avenue, to allow for both residential and restricted commercial use.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 (Administration, Purchasing)
Discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding purchasing, increasing the contract amount for city projects not requiring council approval and adding a sole source provision.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Beverages)
Discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding alcoholic beverages, bringing it into compliance with state statute changes and allowing for occupational tax collection.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 (Amusements, Circuses and Carnivals)
Discussion and consideration for adoption of an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding circuses and carnivals, requiring special event permits, updating fees, and insurance requirements.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Midwest City Municipal Authority.
Hospital Authority Meeting Minutes
Discussion and consideration for adoption of the October 12, 2021, meeting minutes.
Economic Development Commission Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Economic Development Commission.
Economic Development Commission Quarterly Activity Report
Review of the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Activity Report for the period ending September 30, 2021.