Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council approved an emergency ordinance to align with the Governor's executive order, mandating the closure of non-essential businesses such as hair salons and gyms, and requiring social distancing for all open establishments. The council also approved two final plats for residential developments and received updates on general obligation bond projects and the schematic master plan for the Midwest City City Park. Additionally, a police captain was recognized for his retirement, and appointments were made to the Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Board.
Key Decisions & Votes
Emergency Ordinance on Commercial Enterprise Operating Hours and Procedures
55:00The council adopted an emergency ordinance to close hair salons, gyms, theaters, massage parlors, tattoo parlors, and museums by March 25, 2020, 11:59 PM. It also mandates that all remaining open businesses adhere to CDC recommendations for public distancing of no less than six feet.
Midtown Office Park Section 2 Final Plat Approval
27:00Approval was granted for the final plat of Midtown Office Park Section 2, a development featuring 44 single residences or apartments, with dedicated common area for trails and all public improvements installed.
Replat of Lots 9 and 10, Point O'Woods City Addition
30:00The council approved the replat of two existing residential lots into three, ensuring compliance with R-6 zoning requirements and necessary infrastructure for development.
Appointments to Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Board of Grand Tours
1:20:00Crystal Lineberry was appointed as the Mayor's representative to the Board of Grand Tours, and Sheila Russ (Ward 3), Amy Otto (Ward 1), and Dairymen Glamour (Chamber appointee) were reappointed for four-year terms.
Upcoming Community Events
Mid-Del School District Breakfast/Lunch Distribution
Various school locations; student must be present.
Animal Shelter Microchip Event
Canceled.
City Employee Blood Drive
Organized by HR director, with social media promotion.
Financial Matters
General Obligation Bond Projects Update
A quarterly update on the progress of projects funded by general obligation bonds, including an implementation plan for new police ticket writing machines.
Hospital Authority Investment Policy Review
Review of the Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority's investment policies and asset reallocation, with no changes recommended at this time due to market diversification.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Further clarification on essential services from the Governor
- Monitoring of social distancing at city parks, especially basketball courts
- Potential changes to bulk pickup and special pickup operations
- Scheduling of a city employee blood drive
Announcements
- Mid-Del School District is providing breakfast and lunch distributions at various school locations from 9 AM to 11 AM daily; students must be present.
- Midwest City Fire Department is ordering carryout food from local businesses to support them during challenging times.
- Citizens are reminded to respond to their 2020 Census notices as this dictates federal funding for the community.
- Early-bird pool season passes are available through May 8th at the community center, with reimbursements offered if the pool does not open.
- The March 28th animal shelter microchip event has been canceled.
- Citizens with questions about the Governor's new executive order are encouraged to visit the official website.
- Senior citizens needing Meals on Wheels can call 405-949-2709.
- 211 has been added as a contact number for COVID-19 information.
- Captain Jerry Kennedy was honored for his 36 years of service to the Midwest City Police Department upon his retirement, with March 10, 2020, proclaimed Jerry Kennedy Day.
- The city has relaxed its temporary sign ordinance to allow restaurants to display signs promoting carryout and delivery services.
- The city has instituted an Incident Action Plan for COVID-19, with daily meetings and an EOC structure.
- City Hall, senior centers, and PWA gates have been closed to the public, and internal social distancing measures are in place.
- Public Works operations (water, sewer, sanitation) have implemented multiple shifts with separation to protect critical staff.
- Bulk pickup has been suspended, but special pickups will continue, and recycling is being encouraged.
- The city is communicating daily with the City-County Health Department regarding COVID-19.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Routine administrative items were presented for unanimous approval.
PC 2040: Midtown Office Park Section 2 Final Plat
Discussion and consideration of the final plat for Midtown Office Park Section 2, which includes 44 single residences or apartments and dedicated common area for trails. All required public improvements have been installed.
PC 2041: Replat of Lots 9 and 10 of Block 2, Point O'Woods City Addition
Discussion and consideration of the replat to split two existing residential lots into three, meeting R-6 zoning requirements and ensuring necessary infrastructure.
Quarterly update on the progress of the execution of the general obligation bond projects
A quarterly report on the status and progress of various projects funded by general obligation bonds, including an update on police ticket writing machines.
Public presentation on the schematic master plan phase at the Midwest City City Park
Presentation and discussion of the design progress for the Midwest City City Park, covering elements like the dog park, auto court, plaza areas, and inclusive playgrounds.
Ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code Chapter 11 City emergency management section 11-3 emergency operating hours and procedures for commercial enterprises
Discussion and consideration of an emergency ordinance to amend city code regarding emergency operating hours and procedures for commercial enterprises, enforcing the Governor's executive order on business closures and social distancing.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority - Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of March 10th, 2020
Approval of the minutes from the previous regular meeting of the Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority - Discussion consideration of action to reallocate assets change fund managers or make changes in this statement of investment policy guidelines and objectives
Review of the Hospital Authority's investment policies and asset allocation, with no changes recommended at this time due to current market conditions and diversification.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority - Appointments to the Board of Grand Tours
Appointment of Crystal Lineberry as the Mayor's appointee and reappointments of Sheila Russ (Ward 3), Amy Otto (Ward 1), and Dairymen Glamour (Chamber appointee) to the Hospital Authority Board for four-year terms.