Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a resolution for Phase 3 General Obligation bonds totaling $6.55 million to fund various city projects. Additionally, a $2.73 million bid was awarded for the construction of the new Animal Service Center. The meeting also featured numerous community announcements and a presentation recognizing the city's pollinator habitat efforts at Skippa Park.
Key Decisions & Votes
Resolution for Phase 3 General Obligation Bonds
18:40The Council adopted a resolution to fix the amounts and sale details for Phase 3 of the General Obligation bonds, totaling $6,550,000. These funds will support the Mid-America Town Center, design for the police and fire training facility, and Fire Station One headquarters.
Animal Service Center Construction Bid Award
23:50A bid was awarded to Shiloh Enterprises Inc. for $2,731,200 for the construction of the new Animal Service Center, marking a significant step forward for the project.
Upcoming Community Events
Community Job Fair
9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with various partners including Tinker Federal Credit Union, OFNB Bank, Target, Frontier City, US Air Force recruiter, Cress Grocery, and Mid-Dale Technology Center.
Discounted Rain Barrel Event
Midwest City residents can order 55-gallon rain barrels at a discounted price.
Microchip Event
Noon till 3 p.m. at the animal shelter, cost is $25.
Early Bird Season Passes to Reno Swim and Slide
Passes are $35 and can be picked up at the community center.
Cruising for Coffee
8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Santa Fe steakhouse parking lot on 29th Street, with free coffee and doughnuts provided by Dunkin Donuts.
Colored Covered in Color Sidewalk Chalk Competition Arts and Crafts Festival
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Charles Johnson Central Park.
Financial Matters
February Sales and Use Tax Report
February sales tax was reported up 9.45% year-over-year, but down 0.71% ($22,000) against projections due to a large box store remittance error.
Phase 3 General Obligation Bonds
Resolution adopted to issue $6.55 million in bonds for projects including the Mid-America Town Center, design for the police and fire training facility, and Fire Station One headquarters.
Animal Service Center Construction Bid
Bid awarded to Shiloh Enterprises Inc. for the construction of the new Animal Service Center.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Complete Census 2020 by April 1st
Watch For
- Phase 4 General Obligation bonds issuance in the fall
- 2020 Tree Giveaway from the Midwest City Tree Board (watch website and social media for details)
Announcements
- Cadet Sewell, a Carl Albert High School ROTC senior enlisting in the US Marine Corps, was introduced and recognized.
- The Solid Waste Department will be picking up Zone 11 (north of SE 29th, south of Reno, between Post and Westminster) starting Monday, March 16th, through April 19th.
- The Fire Department, in partnership with the Red Cross, handed out 76 smoke detectors in selected areas of Ward 5 and 6 on March 5th.
- The Nature Conservancy presented certificates of appreciation to the city for dedicating nine acres at Skippa Park to pollinator habitat, recognizing Midwest City as a leader in conservation efforts.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Community Related Announcements and Comments
Various community updates, event announcements, and a sales tax report were presented.
Presentation by Miss Katie Hawke
Katie Hawke from the Nature Conservancy presented certificates of appreciation to the city for its pollinator habitat at Skippa Park.
City Council Consent Agenda
Routine agenda items approved by unanimous consent.
Discussion Item #1: Resolution fixing amounts of bonds
Consideration and adoption of a resolution for Phase 3 General Obligation bonds totaling $6,550,000 for various city projects.
Discussion Item #2: Awarding bid for Animal Service Center
Consideration of awarding a bid to Shiloh Enterprises Inc. for $2,731,200 for the construction of the Animal Service Center.
City Council New Business / Public Discussion
Opportunity for public discussion of agenda items.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Consent Agenda
Routine agenda items for the Hospital Authority.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Discussion Items
Three discussion items for the Hospital Authority requiring no action.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority New Business / Public Discussion
Opportunity for public discussion of Hospital Authority agenda.
Midwest Special Economic Development Authority Consent Agenda
Routine agenda items for the Economic Development Authority.
Midwest Special Economic Development Authority New Business / Public Discussion
Opportunity for public discussion of Economic Development Authority agenda.