Meeting Summary
The City Council approved an amendment to the Tuscany Ridge PUD for new residential lots and the final plat for Timber Ridge Point Section 4. A resolution was passed to define the process for selecting a new City Manager from internal candidates. Additionally, an ordinance was approved to increase penalties for repeated municipal code violations, and a significant bond refinancing was reported for the Green Center and Convention Center remodel.
Key Decisions & Votes
Tuscany Ridge PUD Amendment
09:50An ordinance was approved to amend the Tuscany Ridge Planning Unit Development to add three additional lots for single-family residential development.
Timber Ridge Point Section 4 Final Plat
29:45The final plat for Timber Ridge Point Section 4 was approved, with assurances that public and private infrastructure improvements, including retaining walls, will be completed before building permits are issued.
City Manager Vacancy Selection Process
33:40A resolution was approved outlining the process for selecting a new City Manager from internal candidates, with applications due by April 9th, followed by executive session interviews and negotiations.
Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board Reappointments
35:30Garry Perkins and Dale Milburn were reappointed to the Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board for additional three-year terms. The replacement for Travis Jernigan was tabled.
Builder's Advisory Board Replacement
37:40Joe Bryant was appointed as a replacement for Tom Jordan on the Builder's Advisory Board.
Municipal Code Penalty Increases Ordinance
41:00An ordinance was passed to amend the Municipal Code, increasing penalties for repeated code violations while lowering the fine for a first offense.
Emergency Declaration for Penalty Ordinance
41:30An emergency was declared for the ordinance amending municipal code penalties, allowing it to take effect immediately.
Purchase of 2905 North Woodside Drive
54:45The Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority approved entering into a contract to purchase 2905 North Woodside Drive for a total cost not to exceed $121,000, to facilitate the new Animal Control shelter.
Upcoming Community Events
Covered in Color
Chalk event at Charles Johnson Park.
Made in Oklahoma
At the Reach Center.
Star Spangled Salute
Over at Tinker Air Force Base.
Council of Presidents
At the Charles Johnson Building on SE 15th, for neighborhood associations.
Financial Matters
Donation to Midwest City Police Homeless Resource Team
A check presentation by the Midwest City Lodge #532 to the Midwest City Police Homeless Resource Team for their homeless outreach projects.
Refinancing Bond Issue for Green Center and Convention Center
Update on the successful refinancing of a bond issue to fund the Green Center and hotel/convention center remodel, securing 30-year fixed debt at approximately 3.6% interest.
Purchase of 2905 North Woodside Drive
Contract to purchase property to facilitate the new Animal Control shelter, with owners agreeing to demolish existing structures.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Replacement for Travis Jernigan on the Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board.
- Replacements for Kenny Stephenson and Gary Bachman on the Traffic and Safety Commission.
Deadlines
- Applications/resumes for City Manager position due by April 9th.
Watch For
- Proposed changes to animal ordinances (large animals and chickens) will be brought back to Council for approval at the next meeting.
Announcements
- Pool passes for this summer are on sale now.
- Arbor Week is proclaimed for March 24th through the 30th.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Routine agenda items grouped for a single vote.
PC 1984 - Tuscany Ridge Planning Unit Development Amendment
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to amend the Tuscany Ridge PUD to add three additional lots for single-family residential development.
PC 1985 - Final Plat of Timber Ridge Point Section 4
Discussion and consideration of approval of the final plat for Timber Ridge Point Section 4, a continuation of the Timber Ridge Point addition, with ongoing work on infrastructure and retaining walls.
Resolution for City Manager Vacancy Selection Process
Discussion and consideration of approving a resolution defining the process and timeframe for selecting a new City Manager to fill the impending vacancy.
Reappointments to Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board
Discussion and consideration of reappointing Garry Perkins and Dale Milburn for additional three terms and appointing a replacement for Travis Jernigan.
Appointments to Traffic and Safety Commission
Discussion and consideration of appointing replacements for Kenny Stephenson and Gary Bachman.
Appointment to Builder's Advisory Board
Discussion and consideration of appointing a replacement for Tom Jordan.
Ordinance Amending Municipal Code Penalties
Discussion and consideration of passing an ordinance to increase penalties for repeated violations of the municipal code, including residential parking, nuisance, and dumping refuse.
Declaration of Emergency for Ordinance Amending Municipal Code Penalties
Consideration of declaring an emergency for the ordinance amending municipal code penalties.
Further Information on Animal Ordinances
Discussion regarding proposed changes to ordinances concerning large animals (horses, mules, donkeys, goats, sheep) and fowl (chickens), focusing on property size requirements and owner responsibility for sanitation.
Midwest City Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Routine agenda items for the Municipal Authority.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Minutes Approval
Consideration of approval of the minutes from the March 12, 2019 regular meeting.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Investment Policy Review
Consideration of action to reallocate assets, change fund managers, or make changes in the statement of investment policy guidelines and objectives.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Property Purchase
Consideration to enter into a contract to purchase 2905 North Woodside Drive for the new Animal Control shelter.
Midwest City Economic Development Authority Minutes Approval
Consideration of approving the minutes of the special meeting of February 12, 2019.