Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council addressed several key issues, including the denial of a residential zoning request and preliminary plat due to unresolved drainage concerns. They approved a temporary road closure for the Sooner Rose Shopping Center reconstruction and continued discussions on a water line extension for the Row Fan and Hen Road area, requesting a more detailed proposal with resident commitment. The council also gave direction to a committee to proceed with plans for a city-owned and operated animal shelter.
Key Decisions & Votes
Zoning Request for 400 Block of South Post Road (PC 1920)
28:00The request to rezone property from R6/R2 to a Planned Unit Development was rejected as the applicant's drainage proposal did not meet council requirements, raising concerns about potential drainage issues for surrounding properties.
Preliminary Plat of Florence Estates (PC 1924)
36:00The preliminary plat for Florence Estates was denied, directly related to the rejection of the associated zoning request due to insufficient drainage plans.
Buena Vista Avenue Access Restriction
43:00Temporary restriction of public vehicular access to Buena Vista Avenue was approved to allow for complete reconstruction of the street, aiming for a faster and more cost-efficient completion.
Primary and General Election Resolution
1:36:00A resolution was approved to set the dates for primary and general elections for Ward 1, 3, and 5 council members and the mayor in February and April 2018.
Regional Animal Shelter Direction
1:38:00The council provided direction to the committee to proceed with developing plans for a Midwest City-owned and operated animal shelter, designed to meet the city's long-term needs with capacity for future expansion and continued interlocal agreements with other cities.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Board Appointment
2:10:00A new Ward 1 member was appointed to the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Board of Grandors.
Upcoming Community Events
Walk the Lights Night
Beginning at 6:00 PM (volunteers at 5:30 PM).
Park Design Community Meeting
5:30 PM at the Community Center, for input on park construction.
Holiday Lights Spectacular Opening Ceremonies
5:30 PM (cars can start at 6:00 PM). Volunteers are needed.
Tree Lighting
7:00 PM at the Nick Harris Community Center.
Financial Matters
Bus Shelter Construction
Bid for the construction of eight bus shelters along the Embark Route 50.
Air Depot Boulevard Railroad Construction Project
Bid for the Air Depot Boulevard railroad construction project.
Water Line Extension to Row Fan and Hen Road
Request to fund the construction of a water line extension to address water quality and fire safety concerns.
Public Comments
Public comments primarily focused on the urgent need for city water in the Row Fan and Hen Road area. Residents expressed significant concerns about potential well water contamination from nearby toxic sites (Eagle Industries), fire safety, and the impact on property values. Speakers questioned the city's past offers for water hookups and debated the necessity of requiring financial commitments from residents given the health and safety risks.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Awarding bid to EMC Services LLC for bus shelters (continued to next meeting).
- Awarding bid to MTZ Construction Inc. for Air Depot Boulevard railroad construction (continued to first meeting in December).
- Request to fund water line extension to Row Fan and Hen Road (continued to first December meeting for a detailed proposal).
- Appointing two new members to the Midwest City Tree Board (continued).
- Appointing a new member to the Midwest City Park and Recreation Board (continued).
Deadlines
- Walk the Lights night: Thursday night at 6:00 PM (volunteers at 5:30 PM).
- Park design meeting: Thursday night at 5:30 PM at the Community Center.
- Holiday Lights Spectacular opening ceremonies: Friday night at 5:30 PM (cars can start at 6:00 PM).
- Tree lighting: November 27th at 7:00 PM at the Nick Harris Community Center.
- Thanksgiving week sanitation service: Thursday service will be on Wednesday; Friday service remains the same.
Watch For
- Further development of plans for a Midwest City-owned and operated animal shelter by the committee.
- Updates on the legal proceedings and progress regarding the Heritage Park Mall.
Announcements
- The Police Department hosted a successful 3-on-3 basketball tournament, fostering community interaction.
- The 6th Annual Veterans Day parade was a huge success with 85 entrants, largely due to the efforts of Bon Sullivan and his crew.
- Dudley High School football teams have advanced to the second round of playoffs.
- The neighborhood initiative collected $16,500 worth of food for Christmas baskets.
- Oral & Maxillofacial associates initiated a 'Coats for Kids' social media campaign for Midwest City Elementary, challenging other local businesses to participate.
- A new park was installed at Telstar on Wednesday, with thanks to Terry Kraft, Ashley, Kaboom, Carmack's, and OnCue.
- McConnell's Wrecker, Rapid Auto, Officer Tommy Lance, and other Midwest City PD members donated a car to a veteran.
- Raising Cane's is assisting Midwest City High School and Carl Albert High School bands with fundraising efforts.
- The Susan Arnold Foundation provided significant funding for the 3-on-3 basketball tournament.
- A proclamation was issued for Small Business Saturday on November 25th, recognizing local small businesses.
- A proclamation was issued recognizing Linda Bruni for 51 years of dedicated service to the city, marking her retirement.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items, with items 4 and 10 pulled for separate discussion.
C4: Awarding bid to EMC Services LLC
Discussion and consideration of awarding a bid in the amount of $193,218 for the construction of eight bus shelters along the Embark Route 50.
C10: Awarding bid to MTZ Construction Inc.
Discussion and consideration of awarding a bid and entering into a contract in the amount of $25,000.50 for the Air Depot Boulevard railroad construction project.
PC 1920: Zoning Redistricting Ordinance
Public hearing with discussion and consideration of approval of an ordinance to reduce redistricting from R6/R2 to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for property in the 400 block of South Post Road.
PC 1924: Preliminary Plat of Florence Estates
Public hearing with discussion and consideration of approval of the preliminary plat of Florence Estates for property in the 400 block of South West Road, related to the previous zoning request.
Restricting Public Vehicular Access to Buena Vista Avenue
Discussion and consideration of restricting public vehicular access to Buena Vista Avenue from approximately January 1, 2018, to May 15, 2018, for resurfacing and reconstruction relative to the second phase of Sooner Rose Shopping Center.
Water Line Extension to Row Fan and Hen Road
Discussion and consideration of a request to fund the construction of a water line extension from Westminster Road to Southeast 28th Street along Row Fan and Hen Road in the amount of $339,654.
Primary and General Election Resolution
Discussion and consideration of approving a resolution and proclamation authorizing the calling and holding of a primary election on February 13, 2018, and a general election on April 3, 2018, for Wards 1, 3, and 5 council members and the mayor.
Regional Animal Shelter Recommendations
Discussion and consideration of reviewing and/or approving the recommendations made by the Regional Animal Shelter council committee members.
Appointing New Members to Midwest City Tree Board
Discussion and consideration of appointing two new members to the Midwest City Tree Board for three-year terms ending November 10, 2020.
Appointing New Member to Midwest City Park and Recreation Board
Discussion and consideration of appointing a new member to the Midwest City Park and Recreation Board for a three-year term ending November 10, 2020.
Heritage Park Mall Status Report
Discussion and consideration of reporting on the status, condition, progress, or recommendations concerning the latest evaluation of Heritage Park Mall.
Resolution Regarding Financing of Sooner Town Center One
Discussion and consideration of approval of a resolution regarding the financing of Sooner Town Center One, involving multiple agreements and financial authorizations.
Possible Action from Executive Session (City Council)
Discussion and consideration of possible action resulting from executive session.
Midwest Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Authority.
Midwest Municipal Authority Resolution Regarding Financing of Sooner Town Center One
Discussion and consideration of approval of a resolution regarding the financing of Sooner Town Center One for the Municipal Authority.
Midwest Municipal Authority Possible Action from Executive Session
Discussion and consideration of possible action resulting from executive session for the Municipal Authority.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Hospital Authority.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Investment Performance Review
Discussion and consideration of accepting the hospital authority investment performance review for the period ending September 30, 2017.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Appointing New Ward One Member
Discussion and consideration of appointing a new Ward 1 member to the Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Board of Grandors.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Resolution Approving Loan Modification/Agreements
Discussion and consideration of approval of a resolution approving and authorizing the execution of an omnibus loan modification extension agreement and other related agreements between the authority and STC 3 LLC.
Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority Possible Action from Executive Session
Discussion and consideration of possible action resulting from executive session for the Hospital Authority.