July 29, 2020 City Council Meeting

Routine agenda items were approved, with item 29 initially removed for separate consideration.

Item 29, previously removed from the consent agenda, was approved after no discussion from the requesting party.

An ordinance to rezone 6.89 acres from R-6 single-family residential to RHD high-density residential for multi-family development was approved, with assurances regarding drainage and tree preservation.

An ordinance to amend a Planned Unit Development, reconfiguring duplex designs to include attached garages and increasing density by one duplex, was approved. The development will be gated and high-end.

An ordinance amending zoning regulations to permit light processing of medical marijuana as a special use in C3 and by right in C4 and industrial districts was approved, aligning with state law and city protections.

The collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 2066, including merit increases and health care updates, was approved.

The collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police was approved, with a wage reopener in January for cost of living adjustments.

An emergency ordinance requiring face coverings in public places was approved, with an amended expiration date of September 22, 2020, for re-evaluation.

An ordinance to adjust sewer user charges and capital improvement charges with an incremental increase over five years was approved to address financial shortfalls and infrastructure needs.

Collective Bargaining Agreement (IAFF Local 2066)

Approval of the agreement including merit increases and health care premium updates, with a backstop mechanism for budget declines.

Collective Bargaining Agreement (FOP)

Approval of the agreement, with sick leave incentive discussions deferred to January based on sales tax performance.

Sewer User Charge and Capital Improvement Charges

Approval of an ordinance amending sewer rates with an incremental increase over five years to address a multi-million dollar deficit, fund capital infrastructure improvements, and hire additional line crew staff.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

Council member Susan Eads led the invocation and pledge.

Community Related Announcements

Council members shared community announcements.

Proclamation: Pastor Charles 'Chuck' McDade Day

Mayor Matt Dukes proclaimed July 28, 2020, as Charles McDade Day in recognition of his over 30 years of service to the community as a pastor and fire chaplain.

Proclamation: Captain Mark Tepley Day

Mayor Matt Dukes proclaimed June 23, 2020, as Captain Mark Tepley Day in recognition of his loyal and dedicated service to the Midwest City Police Department from 1985 to 2020.

Consent Agenda

Approval of routine agenda items by one motion, with item 29 removed for separate discussion.

Item 29 from Consent Agenda

Approval of item 29, which was previously removed from the consent agenda.

PC 2045: Rezoning from R-6 to RHD

Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone 6.89 acres at 2500 South Douglas Boulevard from R-6 single-family residential to RHD high-density residential for multi-family development.

PC 2046: Amendment to Planned Unit Development (PUD)

Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to amend a PUD for property at 9070 Northeast 13th Street, modifying the design of duplex structures and increasing density by one duplex.

PC 2047: Preliminary Plat of Freedom Villas

Discussion and consideration of approval for the preliminary plat of Freedom Villas, subdividing a 4.79-acre parcel into 19 individual parcels for two-family residential development at 8712 East Main Street.

Juvenile Program Presentation

Presentation by the juvenile staff on the city's internal juvenile program, its mission, and operations.

Collective Bargaining Agreement (IAFF Local 2066)

Discussion and approval of the collective bargaining agreement between the city and the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 2066, effective July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.

Collective Bargaining Agreement (FOP)

Discussion and approval of the collective bargaining agreement between the city and the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), effective July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.

Emergency Ordinance: Face Coverings and Social Distancing

Discussion and consideration of an emergency ordinance amending Chapter 11 to add requirements for face coverings and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ordinance Amending Chapter 43: Water, Sewer, Sewage Disposal, and Storm Water Quality

Discussion and consideration of an ordinance amending sewer user charges and capital improvement charges, establishing an effective date, and providing for annual review.

New Business Public Discussion

Opportunity for public discussion on new business items.

Midwest City Municipal Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of the Municipal Authority's consent agenda.

Midwest City Municipal Authority Public Discussion

Opportunity for public discussion for the Municipal Authority.

Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of the Memorial Hospital Authority's consent agenda.

Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Discussion Item

Discussion item for the Memorial Hospital Authority.

Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Public Discussion

Opportunity for public discussion for the Memorial Hospital Authority.

Midwest City Special Economic Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of the Special Economic Authority's consent agenda.

Midwest City Special Economic Authority Public Discussion

Opportunity for public discussion for the Special Economic Authority.

Special City of Midwest Utilities Authority Consent Agenda

Approval of the Special City of Midwest Utilities Authority's consent agenda.

Special City of Midwest Utilities Authority Public Discussion

Opportunity for public discussion for the Special City of Midwest Utilities Authority.