Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the rezoning of a property on North Midwest Boulevard for a car sales lot and several plats for residential development, including Ryan's Ridge with specific conditions regarding sidewalks and drainage. Key financial approvals included the purchase of a new fire ladder truck for over $1.1 million and a block of Heritage Park Mall for $1.65 million. The council also adopted five-year plans and priorities and passed ordinances related to disorderly conduct, trespass, and food trucks.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezoning for Car Sales Lot
10:00The council approved the rezoning of 4.3 acres at 1145 North Midwest Boulevard from C-3 Community Commercial to C-4 General Commercial to allow for a used car sales lot. Concerns were raised about its proximity to a redeveloped park, with a request for the property to be well-maintained.
Ryan's Ridge Preliminary Plat
53:00The preliminary plat for Ryan's Ridge, a 14-parcel single-family development, was approved. Waivers for sidewalks on Southeast 10th and 12th Streets were granted, but sidewalks were required within Ryan's Ridge Court. Half-street improvements on 10th and 12th Streets were waived if existing streets meet city standards. City staff was directed to investigate and address existing drainage issues affecting downstream residents.
Purchase of Fire Ladder Truck
59:00The council approved the purchase of a new 95-foot aerial fire ladder truck for the fire department. This purchase was expedited to avoid a price increase and will utilize Geo-bond and capital funds.
Purchase of Heritage Park Mall Block
1:06:00The Economic Development Authority approved entering into a contract to purchase Block 2 of the Heritage Park Mall re-subdivision (60909 East Reno Avenue) for $1,650,000.
Upcoming Community Events
Walk the Lights
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Regional Park. Treats, crafts, Santa. Cost: $5 for adults, children 12 and under free.
Holiday Open House
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Welcome Center. Free coffee and cookies, special gifts in gift shop.
Holiday Light Spectacular
Sunday-Thursday 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Friday-Saturday 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Free drive-through, donations accepted.
Cookies with Kringle
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Charles Johnson Central Park in Town Center. Live music, complimentary gift wrapping, arts and crafts, hot chocolate, photos with Kris Kringle.
Small Business Saturday
Shop local independent small businesses in Midwest City.
Midwest City High School Pancake Breakfast with Santa
Tickets still available.
Light the City
Financial Matters
Purchase of Fire Ladder Truck
Approval to purchase one new fire ladder truck, utilizing Geo-bond and capital money. The purchase was expedited to avoid a $25,000 price increase.
Purchase of Heritage Park Mall Block
Approval to enter into a contract to purchase Block 2 of Heritage Park Mall re-subdivision (60909 East Reno Avenue) from Transform Sell Co LLC.
Public Comments
During the rezoning public hearing, the applicant, George Bendress, clarified his intent to enclose two bays of the former car wash for a car sales lot. During the Ryan's Ridge plat discussion, Miss Campbell, a resident, expressed concerns about existing drainage issues exacerbated by new development and the financial burden of potential solutions.
Coming Up
Tabled
- PC 2028: Rezoning 2101 South Anderson Road (to be heard at the next Planning Commission meeting).
Deadlines
- Price increase for fire ladder truck purchase on December 1st.
Watch For
- Further information and clarification on Consent Agenda Item 5 (city inspector reports).
- City staff to address drainage issues for residents downstream of the Ryan's Ridge development.
- Potential tour or study of areas needing sidewalks in the city.
Announcements
- ROTC cadets from West City High School (Cadet Ben Cara) and Midwest City High School (Cadet Tomonta) led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Thanksgiving holiday schedule for recycling and trash: November 27th pickup for Thursday trash/recycling, Friday trash/recycling as normal. Transfer station closed Saturday. Compost facility closed Thursday and Saturday, open Tuesday.
- Walk the Lights rescheduled to December 5th, 6-9 PM at Regional Park ($5 for adults, children 12 and under free).
- Holiday Open House on December 6th, 10 AM-4 PM at the Welcome Center (free coffee, cookies, special gifts).
- Holiday Light Spectacular is open through Christmas, 6-10 PM Sunday-Thursday, 6-11 PM Friday-Saturday (free drive-through, donations accepted).
- Cookies with Kringle on Saturday, December 14th, 11 AM-3 PM at Charles Johnson Central Park (live music, gift wrapping, crafts, hot chocolate, photos with Kris Kringle).
- Small Business Saturday is this Saturday, November 30th. Citizens urged to shop local independent small businesses.
- Midwest City High School Pancake Breakfast with Santa on December 7th (tickets available).
- Thanks extended to participants and organizers of 'Light the City' event.
- Proclamation recognizing November 30, 2019, as Small Business Saturday in Midwest City.
- Recognition of Mike Bowers' retirement from the police department.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda (excluding Item 5)
Routine agenda items approved by unanimous consent.
Consent Agenda Item 5
Report on city inspectors and other departments.
PC 2025: Rezoning 1145 North Midwest Boulevard
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone 4.3 acres from C-3 Community Commercial to C-4 General Commercial for a car sales lot.
PC 2028: Rezoning 2101 South Anderson Road
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone property from A-1 Agriculture to R-6 Single-Family Detached Residential.
PC 2029: Final Plat of the Ibanez Edition
Discussion and consideration of approval for the final plat to subdivide a 0.81-acre parcel into two individual parcels at 10309 Belmont Avenue.
PC 2030: Preliminary Plat of the Mary Nolan Estate
Discussion and consideration of approval for the preliminary plat to subdivide a 3-acre parcel into two individual parcels at 2500 Hand Road.
Item 5 (Clarification)
No action required, item will be brought back with more information.
PC 2030: Preliminary Plat of Ryan's Ridge
Discussion and consideration of approval for the preliminary plat to subdivide a single parcel into 14 individual parcels for single-family development at 10332 Southeast 10th Street, including requests for waivers for sidewalks and half-street improvements.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 28, Article 5, Section 28-90.1
Discussion and consideration of an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code regarding disorderly conduct, specifically related to drones.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 28, Article 4, Section 28-54
Discussion and consideration of an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code regarding trespass.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 32, Article 3, Section 32-60
Discussion and consideration of an ordinance amending the Midwest City Municipal Code regarding food truck licenses.
Five-Year Council Plans and Priorities
Discussion and consideration of approving the five-year council plans and priorities to be distributed to the public.
Purchase of Fire Ladder Truck
Discussion and consideration of approving the purchase of one new fire ladder truck with Chief Fire and Safety Inc. per state contract SW0240.
Midwest City Municipal Authority: Minutes Approval
Discussion and consideration of approving the minutes of the regular November 12, 2019 meeting.
Midwest City Municipal Authority: Financial Report
Discussion and consideration of accepting the report on the current financial condition of the Midwest City Hotel at the Reed Center for the period ending October 31, 2019.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority: Minutes Approval
Discussion and consideration of approving the minutes of the regular November 12, 2019 meeting.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority: Executive Session
Discussion and consideration of entering into executive session to discuss the purchase or appraisal of real property.
Midwest City Economic Development Authority: Minutes Approval
Discussion and consideration of approving the minutes of the special November 12, 2019 meeting.
Midwest City Economic Development Authority: Purchase of Heritage Park Mall Block
Discussion and consideration of entering into a contract to purchase Block 2 of Heritage Park Mall re-subdivision (aka 60909 East Reno Avenue) from Transform Sell Co LLC.