Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several key items, including an amendment to the Tuscany Ridge PUD to add residential lots and the final plat for Timber Ridge Point Section 4. A resolution was passed to establish a process for selecting a new City Manager from internal candidates. Additionally, an ordinance was approved to increase penalties for repeated code violations, and the Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority approved the purchase of property for a new Animal Control shelter. The Municipal Authority also received an update on a successful bond refinancing for local projects.
Key Decisions & Votes
Tuscany Ridge PUD Amendment
09:00An ordinance to amend the Tuscany Ridge Planning Unit Development was approved, allowing for the addition of three single-family residential lots by subdividing an existing lot and adding two new ones.
Timber Ridge Point Section 4 Final Plat
27:00The final plat for Timber Ridge Point Section 4 was approved, continuing a long-term subdivision project, with assurances that infrastructure and retaining wall issues are being addressed.
City Manager Selection Process Resolution
30:30A resolution was approved to define the process and timeframe for selecting a new City Manager, with applications from internal candidates due by April 9th.
Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board Reappointments
32:20Gary Perkins and Dale Milburn were reappointed to the Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board for additional three-year terms.
Builder's Advisory Board Appointment
34:30Joe Bryant was appointed as a replacement to the Builder's Advisory Board.
Ordinance Amending Municipal Code Penalties
37:30An ordinance was passed to amend the Municipal Code, increasing penalties for repeated code violations related to residential parking, unlawful acts, rubbish accumulation, and dumping refuse, while lowering the fine for a first offense.
Emergency Declaration for Penalty Ordinance
37:50An emergency was declared for the ordinance amending the Municipal Code to increase penalties for repeated code violations, allowing it to take effect immediately.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Minutes
48:20The minutes from the Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority regular meeting of March 12, 2019, were approved.
Purchase of 905 North Woodside Drive
49:50The Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority approved a contract to purchase the property at 905 North Woodside Drive for up to $121,000, intended for the new Animal Control shelter.
Economic Development Authority Minutes
51:10The minutes from the Midwest City Economic Development Authority special meeting of February 12, 2019, were approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Covered in Color
Charles Johnson Park
Made in Oklahoma
Reach Center
Star Spangled Salute
Tinker Air Force Base
Council of Presidents
Charles Johnson Building, SE 15th
Financial Matters
Donation to Homeless Resource Team
Midwest City Lodge #532 presented a check to the Midwest City Police Homeless Resource Team for homeless outreach projects, including hygiene kits.
Refinancing Bond Issue
The Municipal Authority successfully refinanced a bond issue for the Green Center and Hotel Convention Center expansion/remodel, securing $11.5 million in 30-year fixed debt at approximately 3.6% interest, saving about $15,000 annually.
Property Purchase for Animal Control Shelter
The Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority approved a contract to purchase property at 905 North Woodside Drive to facilitate the new Animal Control shelter.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Appointment of a replacement for Travis Jernigan to the Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board.
- Appointments of replacements for Kenny Stephenson and Gary Bachman to the Traffic and Safety Commission.
Deadlines
- Applications/resumes for City Manager position due by April 9th.
Watch For
- Animal ordinance amendments will be brought back to Council for approval at the next meeting.
Announcements
- Pool passes for this summer are on sale now.
- Covered in Color, a chalk event, will be held on April 13th at Charles Johnson Park.
- Made in Oklahoma will take place on May 10th and 11th at the Reach Center.
- Star Spangled Salute will be held on June 1st and 2nd at Tinker Air Force Base.
- The Council of Presidents event for neighborhood associations will be this Saturday at the Charles Johnson Building on SE 15th.
- Midwest City Lodge #532 presented a $400 check to the Midwest City Police Homeless Resource Team for homeless outreach projects.
- Mayor Matt Dukes proclaimed March 24th through the 30th as Arbor Week.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent.
PC 1984: Amend Tuscany Ridge Planning Unit Development
Consideration of an ordinance to amend the Tuscany Ridge PUD to add three additional lots for single-family residential development, subdividing Lot 10 and adding two lots south of the subdivision.
PC 1985: Approval of Final Plat of Timber Ridge Point Section 4
Consideration of approval for the final plat of Timber Ridge Point Section 4, a continuation of a long-term subdivision, addressing issues related to lighting, infrastructure completion, and retaining wall maintenance.
Resolution for City Manager Selection Process
Consideration of approving a resolution defining the process and timeframe for selecting a qualified person to fill the impending vacancy in the office of the City Manager, with applications due April 9th from internal candidates.
Reappointment to Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board
Consideration of reappointing Gary Perkins and Dale Milburn to the Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board for additional three-year terms.
Appointment of Replacement to Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board
Consideration of appointing a replacement for Travis Jernigan to the Plumbing Gas Mechanical Board.
Appointments to Traffic and Safety Commission
Consideration of appointing replacements for Kenny Stephenson and Gary Bachman to the Traffic and Safety Commission.
Appointment to Builder's Advisory Board
Consideration of appointing a replacement for Tom Jordan on the Builder's Advisory Board.
Ordinance Amending Municipal Code (Penalties)
Consideration of passing an ordinance amending the Municipal Code to increase penalties for repeated violations of code, specifically regarding residential parking, unlawful acts, rubbish accumulation, and dumping refuse.
Ordinance Amending Municipal Code (Emergency Declaration)
Consideration of declaring an emergency for the ordinance amending the Municipal Code to increase penalties for repeated code violations.
Animal Ordinance Discussion
Discussion regarding proposed changes to animal ordinances, including regulations for large animals and responsibilities for owners of fowl.
Midwest City Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Authority.
Midwest City Municipal Authority Refinancing Bond Issue Update
Update on the successful refinancing of a bond issue to fund projects for the Green Center and Hotel Convention Center expansion/remodel.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Minutes Approval
Consideration of approval of the minutes from the regular meeting of March 12, 2019.
Midwest Memorial Hospital Authority Asset Reallocation/Investment Policy
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 905 North Woodside Drive for a total cost not to exceed $121,000, to facilitate 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.