Meeting Summary
The city council discussed the potential expiration of the face covering ordinance by March 30th and approved the bid for the WP Bill Atkinson Park construction. Several rezoning requests were approved, though one for a car sales lot was denied due to the applicant's non-compliance with city ordinances. Various community events and initiatives were also announced.
Key Decisions & Votes
WP Bill Atkinson Park Construction Bid
10:15The council approved awarding the bid to Shiloh Enterprises Inc. for $5,198,000 to construct the WP Bill Atkinson Park, a 2018 general obligation project.
Redistricting 1000 SE 10th / 1120 S Post
28:30An ordinance was approved to redistrict the property from R6/PUD/O2 to a PUD governed by RMD and to amend the comprehensive plan from LDR to MDR, with the applicant having eliminated all requested variances.
Redistricting 419 Russell Drive
32:30An ordinance was approved to rezone the property from C1 restricted commercial to R6 single family detached residential, allowing the new owner to use the structure as a residence.
Redistricting 422 N Air Depot Blvd (Car Sales)
45:00The request to rezone the property for a car sales lot was denied due to the applicant's current non-compliance with city ordinances, including having untagged and inoperable vehicles on the property without a license.
Estates Midwest City #1 Minor Plat
50:00The minor plat was approved to divide a 7.47-acre parcel into two individual parcels, separating existing zoning districts for a senior housing development.
Delta Midwest City Guest Rooms Tower Contract Amendment
51:30Amendment #7 to the construction management contract with CMS Willowbrook Inc. was approved for $4,486,253.60 to renovate five floors of the current Sheraton hotel for conversion to a Delta hotel.
Upcoming Community Events
Cruising for Coffee
8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Santa Fe Cattle Company, 7101 Southeast 29th in Town Center Plaza. Admission and vehicle entry are free.
Covered in Color sidewalk chalk competition and art celebration
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Charles Johnson Central Park, Town Center (29th Street). Registrations are being accepted at visitmidwestcity.com. Features live entertainment, art vendors, and local organizations.
Tribute to Liberty
Joby Barnes Regional Park. Changes in music are planned for this year's event.
Hygiene products drive for middle students
Drop-off point at the Charles Johnson Neighborhood Services building, 8726 Southeast 15th Street. Accepting deodorant, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss, mouthwash, feminine hygiene products, and prepackaged snacks.
Financial Matters
WP Bill Atkinson Park Construction
Awarding bid to Shiloh Enterprises Inc. for the construction of WP Bill Atkinson Park, a 2018 general obligation project.
Delta Midwest City Guest Rooms Tower Renovation
Approval of Amendment #7 to the construction management contract with CMS Willowbrook Inc. for the renovation of five floors at the current Sheraton hotel to convert them to a Delta hotel.
Public Comments
One applicant for a rezoning request clarified that their revised proposal met all zoning requirements, addressing previous council concerns. A resident introduced himself as a candidate for the Ward 1 school board, highlighting his family's involvement in the school district and his engineering background, seeking the council's endorsement.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Discounted pool passes expire one week before the pool opening.
Watch For
- More details regarding the July 4th Tribute to Liberty event.
- Future funding efforts to add a dog park at WP Bill Atkinson Park.
Announcements
- The face covering ordinance may expire on March 30th if the COVID-19 positivity rate remains below five percent.
- Residents are encouraged to continue wearing face coverings when within five to six feet of others.
- Midwest City residents are encouraged to attend monthly neighborhood association meetings for community engagement.
- An alert was issued regarding instances of porch piracy, particularly with FedEx deliveries in the original mile section, and residents are advised to be observant and report losses to the Midwest City Police Department.
- A hygiene products drive for middle school students is ongoing, accepting items like deodorant, shampoo, and snacks at the Charles Johnson Neighborhood Services building.
- A proclamation was read honoring Arbor Day and Arbor Week (March 21st-26th), recognizing Midwest City's 38 years as a Tree City USA.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items, with item #5 pulled for separate discussion.
Consent Agenda Item #5
Discussion and consideration of awarding the bid to and entering into a contract with Shiloh Enterprises Inc. for the construction of the WP Bill Atkinson Park.
Discussion Item #1
Item removed by request of the applicant.
PC 2069
Public hearing with discussion and consideration of an ordinance to redistrict from R6, PUD, and O2 to a PUD governed by RMD and a resolution to amend the comprehensive plan from LDR to MDR for the property at 1000 Southeast 10th and 1120 South Post.
PC 2073
Public hearing with discussion and consideration of an ordinance to redistrict from C1 restricted commercial to R6 single family detached residential for the property at 419 Russell Drive.
PC 2074
Public hearing with discussion and consideration of an ordinance to redistrict from C3 community commercial to SPUD governed by the C4 general commercial district and a resolution to amend the comprehensive plan from OR office retail to COMM commercial for the property at 422 North Air Depot Boulevard.
MP14
Discussion and consideration of approval of the Estates Midwest City Number One Minor Plat located at 500 North Douglas Boulevard.
Construction Management Contract Amendment
Discussion and consideration of approving Amendment #7 to the construction management contract with CMS Willowbrook Inc. for the Delta Midwest City guest rooms tower.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Midwest City Municipal Authority.
Hospital Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Midwest City Hospital Authority.
Special Economic Development Authority Minutes
Discussion and consideration to approve the minutes of the February 23, 2021, special meeting as submitted.
Special Economic Development Authority Executive Session
Discussion and consideration of entering into executive session to confer on matters pertaining to economic development.