Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council approved the Madison Addition preliminary plat for 51 new single-family homes and a 12% increase in employee health premiums. They also adopted the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan for Community Development Block Grants and an amendment to utilize CDBG COVID-19 funds for a housing stability assistance program. Additionally, a significant contract amendment for the Delta Midwest City pool and fitness area renovation was approved.
Key Decisions & Votes
Madison Addition Preliminary Plat
30:00The council approved the preliminary plat to subdivide 18 acres into 51 single-family parcels, including a waiver for lots backing onto Davidson Road, after positive community feedback on the revised project.
Employee Health Premiums for FY 2020-2021
36:00A 12% increase to all monthly employee health premiums was approved, with the cost split between employees and the city for active staff, and 60/40 for retirees, to maintain the health plan's financial stability.
2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2020 Action Plan for CDBG
41:00The five-year comprehensive planning document and associated action plan for the use of Community Development Block Grant funds were approved, enabling continued funding for community development needs, including the Boys and Girls Club.
Amendment to 2019 Action Plan for CDBG COVID-19 Funds
45:00A substantial amendment was approved to utilize special HUD CDBG-CV funds for a Housing Stability Assistance Program, providing financial aid for delinquent utility, rent, or mortgage payments to low-income residents impacted by the pandemic.
Amendment #4 to CMS Willowbrook Contract for Delta Pool/Fitness Renovation
51:00An amendment not to exceed $372,800.63 was approved for renovation work on the Delta Midwest City pool and fitness area, allowing immediate commencement of necessary upgrades.
Special Economic Development Authority Audit Reports
1:00:00New draft audit reports for the STC and Senior Town Center, which included last-minute explanatory language additions from the auditor, were tabled due to council's displeasure with the timing of the changes.
Upcoming Community Events
10th Annual Kids to Parks Day
Major David Huff Day
Proclaimed in honor of Major David Huff's retirement from the Midwest City Police Department after 28 years of service.
Police Week
Proclaimed to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers.
Financial Matters
Employee Health Premiums
A 12% increase to all monthly employee health premiums for fiscal year 2020-2021, split 50/50 between active employees and the city, and 60/40 for retirees.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding
Approval of the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2020 Action Plan, which outlines the use of CDBG funds for community development needs, including funding for the Boys and Girls Club.
CDBG COVID-19 (CDBG-CV) Funds
Approval of a substantial amendment to the 2019 action plan to utilize special HUD CDBG-CV funds for a Housing Stability Assistance Program to assist low-income residents impacted by the pandemic.
Delta Midwest City Pool and Fitness Area Renovation
Approval of Amendment #4 to the construction management contract for renovation work, including humidifier replacement and fitness center upgrades.
Special Economic Development Authority Audit Reports
Discussion regarding new draft audit reports for the STC and Senior Town Center, which were submitted with last-minute explanatory language changes by the auditor.
Public Comments
One resident, David Melton, spoke regarding the Madison Addition preliminary plat, expressing gratitude to the council for listening to community concerns during the initial contentious phase and commending the improved quality of the current project.
Coming Up
Tabled
- New Draft Audit Reports for STC and Senior Town Center (Special Economic Development Authority).
Deadlines
- May 15th: Municipal Court reopens, Public parks and playgrounds reopen.
- June 1st: Reno Swim and Slide opens (staffing dependent), Senior Center reopens, Community Center and pavilion rentals resume.
Watch For
- Amended item 9 for the City Council consent agenda on May 26th.
- Research into a sustainable funding mechanism for the employee health benefits plan.
Announcements
- Midwest City's COVID-19 ordinance updates are continually posted on MidwestCityOK.org.
- Quarterly curbside bulk waste collection began in Zone 7 (Sooner to Douglas and NE 10th to 23rd).
- CDC guidelines are recommended; masks are required for servers in restaurants and for beauticians/barbers in salons/barbershops.
- The Municipal Court will reopen on May 15th, with masks required.
- Public parks and playgrounds, including basketball and tennis courts, will reopen on May 15th.
- The Reno Swim and Slide is on track to open on June 1st, pending sufficient staffing.
- The Senior Center will reopen on June 1st, with safety measures implemented and masks required.
- Provisions are being made to start recreational softball and little league sports in June.
- Community Center and pavilion rentals will resume on June 1st.
- The library has resumed curbside pickup services.
- Jane Sutter is retiring from the Boys and Girls Club, effective immediately; Tina Bell sick will be her replacement.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda (City Council)
Approval of routine agenda items, with item 17 removed for separate discussion.
Item 17: Disposal of Surplus Items
Approval to dispose of specific surplus items (two chairs, desk, file cabinet, refrigerator) after an initial error in the attached list.
Discussion Item #1: Madison Addition Preliminary Plat (PC 2042)
Approval of a preliminary plat to subdivide approximately 18 acres into 51 individual parcels for single-family development, including a waiver for lots backing onto Davidson Road.
Discussion Item #2: Employee Health Premiums for FY 2020-2021
Consideration and approval of a 12% increase to all monthly employee health premiums to ensure the plan remains actuarially sound, with costs split between employees and the city.
Discussion Item #3: 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2020 Action Plan for CDBG
Approval of a five-year comprehensive planning document identifying community development needs and outlining a strategy for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, including support for the Boys and Girls Club.
Discussion Item #4: Amendment to 2019 Action Plan for CDBG COVID-19 Funds
Approval of a substantial amendment to utilize special HUD Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 (CDBG-CV) funds for a Housing Stability Assistance Program to assist low-income residents financially impacted by the pandemic.
Discussion Item #5: Amendment #4 to CMS Willowbrook Contract for Delta Pool/Fitness Renovation
Approval of an amendment to the construction management contract with CMS Willowbrook Inc. for the Delta Midwest City pool and fitness area renovation, not to exceed $372,800.63, to address necessary upgrades including a humidifier replacement.
Consent Agenda (Special Economic Development Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items for the Economic Development Authority, with item 3 pulled for separate discussion.
Item 3 (Special Economic Development Authority Consent Agenda): New Draft Audit Reports
Discussion and consideration of new draft audit reports for the STC and Senior Town Center, which included last-minute explanatory language additions from the auditor.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Municipal Hospital Authority)
Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Hospital Authority, with addendum number 4 excepted.
Discussion Item (Midwest City Municipal Hospital Authority)
A discussion item presented to the Hospital Authority.