Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council approved a resolution for the ACOG 9-1-1 weighted voting amendment and established a new Race Relations Committee, appointing Council Member Espinoa Bowen as chair. A presentation detailed the extensive renovation plans for the John Conrad Regional Golf Course. The meeting also included recognitions for two long-serving city employees and an update on the city's strong sales tax performance.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appeal for Tall Grass and Weeds Abatement
29:00The council denied an appeal filed by a property owner regarding the summarily abatement clause for tall grass and weeds, noting it was a statutory issue and the appellant was not present.
ACOG 9-1-1 Weighted Voting Amendment
47:00The council approved a resolution to formally adopt the June 28, 2018 weighted voting amendment for the ACOG 9-1-1 agreement, which changed voting weight from landlines to population, correcting a previous oversight.
Formation of Race Relations Committee and Chair Appointment
1:05:00The council approved the formation of a Race Relations Committee to promote diversity and inclusion, and appointed Council Member Espinoa Bowen as the committee chair. The committee will be open to applications from various community groups.
Upcoming Community Events
Annual Fishing Clinic
8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Joe B Barnes Regional Park
Cruising for Coffee
8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Santa Fe Steakhouse (7101 Southeast 29th), free admission
Rockin Regional
3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Joe B Barnes Park, featuring The Guy Wise Guys and Super Freak
Picnic with Protectors
4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Regional Park
Financial Matters
5K9 Race Funds
Funds raised for a new canine officer for the police department.
September Sales Tax Revenue
City's sales tax revenue for September, showing a significant increase year over year.
September Use Tax Revenue
City's use tax revenue (from internet purchases) for September, showing a significant increase year over year.
Fiscal Year Sales and Use Tax Performance
Overall sales and use tax performance for the fiscal year to date, showing growth compared to the previous year and projections.
Fiscal Year Sales and Use Tax vs. Projection
Sales and use tax performance compared to budgeted projections for the fiscal year.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Review of ACOG 9-1-1 bylaws by the City Council, as promised by the Mayor.
- Construction and renovation of the John Conrad Regional Golf Course, with an anticipated reopening in late spring/early summer of 2022.
- Potential future clubhouse renovation for the John Conrad Regional Golf Course.
Announcements
- The 5K9 race was very successful, raising over $12,000 to acquire a new canine officer for the police department. Water was donated by Crest and bananas by Buddy's Produce.
- September 12th is the annual Fishing Clinic sponsored by the Midwest City Kiwanis Club, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Joe B Barnes Regional Park.
- September 19th is the next Cruising for Coffee event at Santa Fe Steakhouse (7101 Southeast 29th) from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., featuring classic and new cars with free admission.
- September 26th is Rockin Regional, a live adult classic rock event at Joe B Barnes Park from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., featuring The Guy Wise Guys and Super Freak.
- September is National Preparedness Month, with information available on the city's website under the Emergency Management department.
- The city received an outstanding sales tax check for September, marking the third consecutive month of growth in the fiscal year. Sales tax was up 15.12% ($528,000) year over year, use tax was up 83%, and overall sales and use tax for the fiscal year is up 16.37% ($1.7 million) year over year, exceeding projections by 32.25% ($3 million).
- Residents on the Monday trash and recycling route are reminded to place their bins out tomorrow (Wednesday, September 9th) before 7 a.m. for pickup due to the Labor Day holiday.
- Picnic with Protectors will be held on September 17th from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Regional Park.
- The Animal Control Facility construction is progressing well, with steel framing visible, and is expected to be one of the first projects completed under the 2018 General Obligation bond.
- Yolanda Whitlow, Court Clerk, was recognized for her dedicated service to the city since February 2002 and proclaimed 'Yolanda Whitlow Day' on September 8, 2020, as she departs for a new position in Edmond.
- Gracie Sullivan was recognized with a plaque for her 20+ years of volunteer service to the Tree Board and her community, stepping down from her roles.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda (City Council)
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent.
Public Hearing with discussion consideration of an appeal filed by the owner of the property located at 717 South Midwest Boulevard for the notice in order to abate tall grass and weeds.
Appeal filed by property owner regarding the summarily abatement clause for tall grass and weeds, which aligns with state statute. The appellant was not present.
Presentation by Heckin Camper Golf Course Design from Tulsa, Oklahoma on the development and design phase of the John Conrad Regional Golf Course.
Presentation on the preliminary design phase for renovating the 50-year-old John Conrad Regional Golf Course, including infrastructure updates, driving range expansion, a new short game area, and a master plan for future clubhouse renovations.
Discussion consideration approving a resolution of the council of the city of Midwest City's approval of the June 28, 2018 weighted voting amendment to the agreement creating the 9-1-1 Association of Central Oklahoma Governments.
Consideration of a resolution to formally approve the 2018 weighted voting amendment for ACOG 9-1-1, which shifted voting weight from landlines to population. This was to correct a past oversight.
Discussion consideration of forming a race relations committee to study and make recommendations on promoting diversity and advancing inclusion throughout our community and appointing Council Member Espinoa Bowen as committee chair.
Discussion on forming a committee to address race relations, diversity, and inclusion, inspired by a community group meeting and modeled after Lawton's committee structure. Council Member Espinoa Bowen was proposed as chair.
New Business Public Discussion (City Council)
Opportunity for public discussion on new business items.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Municipal Authority.
New Business Public Discussion (Midwest City Authority)
Opportunity for public discussion on new business items for the Municipal Authority.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Hospital Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent for the Hospital Authority.
Discussion Item Number One (Midwest City Hospital Authority)
A discussion item for the Hospital Authority where no action was needed.
New Business Public Discussion (Midwest City Hospital Authority)
Opportunity for public discussion on new business items for the Hospital Authority.