Meeting Summary
The City Council addressed several land use applications, denying two rezoning requests related to Anderson Road and approving two others. New ordinances were passed to adjust sanitation fees, increase the technology fee, and broaden the use of vehicle impoundment fee proceeds. Public input highlighted concerns about property values, infrastructure maintenance, and parking issues impacting city services.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezoning on Anderson Road (PC 1896)
10:30An ordinance to rezone single-family detached residential and A-1 agricultural to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for property on Anderson Road was denied, as it did not meet comprehensive plan and zoning requirements.
Preliminary Plat of Anderson Crossing (PC 1897)
11:15The preliminary plat of Anderson Crossing, related to the Anderson Road property, was denied.
Rezoning at 828 18 Park Lawn Drive (PC 1904)
12:15An ordinance to rezone R-6 single-family residential to C-1 restricted commercial for the property located at 828 18 Park Lawn Drive was approved.
Rezoning at 97 Tree Know (PC 1905)
13:15An ordinance to rezone R-6 single-family detached residential to PUD and a resolution to amend a portion of the comprehensive plan from LDR to HO office retail for property at 97 Tree Know was approved.
Acquisition of 102 Woodbend Drive
14:00A resolution of necessity to acquire residential property located at 102 Woodbend Drive in connection with the North Oaks Revitalization was approved.
Sanitation Service Fees Amendment
15:15An ordinance amending Chapter 18 (Garbage and Refuse) to establish new sanitation fees for various account types, reflecting increased tipping and recycling costs, was approved.
Technology Fee Increase
16:15An ordinance amending Section 25-42 of the municipal code, increasing the technology fee from $40 to $45 to support city technological maintenance and improvements, was approved.
Vehicle Impoundment Fee Amendment
17:15An ordinance amending Chapter 24 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic) was approved to broaden the use of proceeds from the vehicle impoundment fee to cover any and all lawful related expenses.
Upcoming Community Events
Neighborhood Association Celebration
Rotary Pavilion at Joey Barnes Park, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Financial Matters
Sanitation Service Fees
New sanitation fees for residential, commercial, apartment, and mobile home park accounts were established due to a 2.5% Consumer Price Index increase in tipping and recycling fees.
Technology Fee Increase
The municipal court technology fee was increased from $40 to $45 to fund technological maintenance and improvements for the city.
Vehicle Impoundment Fee
An ordinance was amended to broaden the use of proceeds from the vehicle impoundment fee to cover any and all lawful related expenses.
Public Comments
One resident expressed opposition to a rezoning proposal, citing concerns about potential negative impacts on property values. Another resident, representing a neighborhood association, raised issues regarding the need for more street lights, the poor condition of railroad crossings, and problems with soft surface parking and vehicles blocking trash/recycling carts.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Consideration of an ordinance revision addressing soft surface parking and parking blocking trash/recycling carts.
- Updates on the city's efforts to partner with railroad companies for maintenance of railroad crossings.
Announcements
- The Tinker Air Force Base air show featuring the Thunderbirds was a highly successful event, drawing one of the largest crowds ever.
- Jarmon Middle School's National Junior Honor Society conducted a water and Gatorade drive for the Midwest City Fire Department, which was recognized by the department.
- The annual Neighborhood Association Celebration will be held on June 8th at the Rotary Pavilion at Joey Barnes Park from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items on the consent agenda.
PC 1896
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone single-family detached residential and A-1 agricultural to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for property on Anderson Road.
PC 1897
Public hearing and consideration of approval of the preliminary plat of Anderson Crossing for property on Anderson Road.
PC 1904
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone R-6 single-family residential to C-1 restricted commercial for the property located at 828 18 Park Lawn Drive.
PC 1905
Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance to rezone R-6 single-family detached residential to PUD simplified planning development and a resolution to amend a portion of the comprehensive plan from LDR low density residential to HO office retail for property at 97 Tree Know.
Resolution of Necessity to Acquire Residential Property
Discussion and consideration of declaring a resolution of necessity to acquire residential property located at 102 Woodbend Drive in connection with the North Oaks Revitalization.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 18 (Garbage and Refuse)
Discussion and consideration of an ordinance amending sections related to municipal collection and disposal services, establishing new sanitation fees for residential, commercial, apartments, and mobile home park accounts due to increased costs.
Ordinance Amending Section 25-42 (Technology Fee)
Discussion and consideration of an ordinance amending the municipal code to increase the technology fee from $40 to $45, funding technological maintenance and improvements.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 24 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic)
Discussion and consideration of an ordinance amending sections related to vehicle impoundment, broadening the use of proceeds from the impoundment fee for lawful related expenses.
Executive Session
Discussion and consideration of entering into executive session to discuss negotiations concerning employees and representatives of employee groups.