Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a new prescription benefits agreement projected to save nearly $2 million and an IT services agreement for ACA compliance. A significant discussion centered on establishing a $450,000 COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program, which was ultimately adopted to support local businesses. Ric Dawkins was also appointed to the Planning Commission.
Key Decisions & Votes
Prescription Benefits Services Agreement
01:40The council approved an agreement with Caremark PCS LLC and Synchrony Rx for pharmacy benefits, projected to yield significant savings for the city's plan.
ACA Compliance IT Services Agreement
03:50An agreement with American Today for IT services to manage Affordable Care Act compliance was approved.
Planning Commission Appointment
06:10Ric Dawkins was nominated and approved to fill the unexpired term on the Midwest City Planning Commission for Ward 3.
COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program Guidelines
30:00Guidelines were adopted for the 2020 Midwest City Memorial Hospital Board of Granters COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program, allocating an estimated $450,000 for grants to local businesses.
Skybridge Real Estate Listing Agreement
40:00An exclusive listing agreement with Skybridge Real Estate LLC for professional real estate services was approved to market city properties, including Studio Mid-Dale and the Soldier Creek industrial park.
Financial Matters
Prescription Benefits Services Agreement
Agreement with Caremark PCS LLC and Synchrony Rx for pharmacy benefits for FY 2020-2021, projected to save approximately $950,000 over two years.
ACA Compliance IT Services Agreement
Agreement with American Today for IT services to ensure compliance with the Affordable Care Act.
COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program
Establishment of a grant program to assist independently owned small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with an estimated $450,000 available.
Public Comments
One resident expressed profound gratitude and pride for the Midwest City Fire and Police Departments' support during a recent community tragedy, highlighting the city's unity. Another resident raised concerns about the lack of adequate seating and shade for citizens waiting outside the court building, particularly in light of COVID-19 precautions, and requested the city address these conditions.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- State of Oklahoma's $50 million small business relief program application deadline: July 10
- Local COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program application deadline: July 21
Watch For
- Discussion on an ordinance to increase sewer/wastewater rates at the next council meeting.
Announcements
- Compliments and thanks were extended to the Neighborhood Services Group, code enforcement officers, community action officers, and police and fire personnel for their hard work, especially in hot conditions.
Agenda Summary
Progress of Geo Bonds
Mr. Sullivan provided an update on the progress of the city's geo bonds.
Prescription Benefits Services Agreement
Consideration of entering into a prescription benefits services agreement with Caremark PCS LLC and Synchrony Rx for pharmacy benefits for the fiscal year 2020-2021, not to exceed $1,998,452.
ACA Compliance IT Services Agreement
Consideration of an agreement with American Today to administer IT services to provide tracking, reporting, and ordering for the city's compliance with the Affordable Care Act.
Midwest City Planning Commission Appointment
Discussion and consideration of appointing a replacement for the unexpired term of Dan Growl on the Midwest City Planning Commission.
Recess for Executive Session (City Council)
Motion to recess the City Council meeting to consolidate executive sessions.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Municipal Authority.
Municipal Hospital Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Municipal Hospital Authority.
2020 Midwest City Memorial Hospital Board of Granters COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program
Discussion and consideration of establishing guidelines for a small business relief program using Hospital Authority funds, in response to the economic impact of COVID-19.
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting Update
Update on the Financial Advisory Committee meeting with Mr. Girls regarding potential changes to guidelines.
Economic Development Commission Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Economic Development Commission.
Economic Development Commission Executive Session
Motion to recess the Economic Development Commission meeting to consolidate executive sessions.
Special Utilities Authority Minutes Approval
Discussion and consideration of approving the minutes of the June 9, 2020 special meeting.
Exclusive Listing Agreement with Skybridge Real Estate LLC
Discussion and consideration of entering into an exclusive listing agreement with Skybridge Real Estate LLC for professional real estate services for city properties, including Studio Mid-Dale and Soldier Creek industrial park.
Special Economic Development Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Special Economic Development Authority.
Special Economic Development Authority Executive Session
Motion to recess the Special Economic Development Authority meeting to consolidate executive sessions.
City Council Executive Session
Motion to enter into executive session for the City Council.