Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a $24,000 grant for trails wayfinding signage and updated ordinances regarding petty larceny and public bus shelters. Several proclamations were made recognizing GIS Day, the Jarman Academic Team, 911 Telecommunications Week, and Arbor Week. The Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority authorized up to $750,000 for burying overhead utility lines as part of the Sooner Row shopping complex project.
Key Decisions & Votes
Trails Wayfinding Signage Grant
Accepted a $24,000 grant from the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for trail head, directory, wayfaring, mile marker, and master regional signs for the Midwest City trail system.
Petty Larceny Definition Amendment
Amended Chapter 28, Article 4, Section 28-57b to increase the definition of petty larceny from $500 to $1,000, aligning with state law for misdemeanor prosecution in Municipal Court.
Public Courtesy Benches/Bus Shelters Ordinance
Amended Chapter 37, Streets and Sidewalks, to allow the city to construct public courtesy shelters at bus stops within the public right-of-way.
Tree Board Appointment
Appointed Linda Burns to a three-year term on the Midwest City Tree Board, replacing Mr. Glenn Gschlogger.
Workers' Compensation Case
Following an executive session, the City Manager was authorized to take appropriate action regarding Laura Henry's workers' compensation case (MWC 14-16 681).
Utility Line Relocation and Burial
The Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority authorized up to $750,000 in discretionary funds for relocating and burying overhead utility lines on Southeast 15th Street as part of the Sooner Row shopping complex project.
Economic Development Executive Session
Following an executive session, the City Manager and City staff were authorized to take appropriate actions regarding economic development matters, including property transfer, financing, or proposals to entice businesses.
Upcoming Community Events
GIS Day
Proclaimed to recognize the importance of Geographic Information Systems technology and the city's GIS Specialist.
Jarman Academic Team Day
Proclaimed to recognize the Jarman Middle School Academic Team for winning the Region B tournament and advancing to the state tournament.
911 Telecommunications Week
Proclaimed to honor 911 dispatchers for their vital role in emergency response and public safety.
Arbor Week
Proclaimed to promote tree planting and recognize Midwest City as a Tree City USA.
Financial Matters
Trails Wayfinding Signage Grant
Acceptance of a grant from the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for signage on the Midwest City trail system.
Economic Development Agreement with Sooner Investment Inc.
Proposed agreement for the purchase and redevelopment of approximately 14.5 acres on Southeast 15th Street. (No action taken at this meeting).
Utility Line Relocation and Burial
Authorization of discretionary funds for relocating and burying overhead utility lines on Southeast 15th Street for the Sooner Row shopping complex project.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Economic development agreement with Sooner Investment Inc. and related warrant agreement (to be scheduled for a special meeting next week).
Watch For
- Future discussions on economic development agreements for the Sooner Row shopping complex project.
- Consideration of burying utility lines in future PUD projects.
Announcements
- Good turnout for the Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival in Charles Johnson Center.
- Oklahoma City Community Foundation awarded over 600 scholarships this year, with over 300 high schoolers receiving scholarships last week.
- Midwest City has been recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation.
Agenda Summary
All other consent agenda items (City Council)
Routine agenda items approved by unanimous consent.
C4 - Accepting a $24,000 Trails Wayfinding Signage Grant
Discussion and consideration of accepting a grant from the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for trail signage.
Amending Chapter 28, Article 4, Section 28-57b (Petty Larceny Definition)
Discussion and consideration of increasing the petty larceny amount from $500 to $1,000 to align with state law.
Amending Chapter 37 (Public Courtesy Benches/Bus Shelters)
Discussion and consideration of amending the code to allow construction of public courtesy shelters at bus stops in the public right-of-way.
Economic Development Agreement with Sooner Investment Inc. ($3,800,000)
Discussion and consideration of an agreement for the purchase and redevelopment of approximately 14.5 acres.
Warrant Agreement related to Sooner Investment Inc.
Discussion and consideration of a warrant agreement related to the economic development agreement.
Appointing a replacement for Mr. Glenn Gschlogger to the Midwest City Tree Board
Discussion and consideration of appointing a replacement for a three-year term.
Executive Session - Laura Henry Workers' Compensation Case
Discussion of Laura Henry workers' compensation case number mwc 14-16 681.
Approving minutes of the staff briefing and regular meeting of March 28th, 2017 (Municipal Authority)
Discussion and consideration of approving previous meeting minutes.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority)
Routine agenda items approved by unanimous consent.
Reallocate assets, change fund managers, and make changes in investment policy (Hospital Authority)
Discussion and consideration of changes to investment policy and asset management.
Economic Development Agreement with Sooner Investment Group Inc. ($3.8 million) (Hospital Authority)
Discussion and consideration of an economic development agreement for property purchase and redevelopment.
Authorizing up to $750,000 for relocating and burying overhead utility lines (Hospital Authority)
Discussion and consideration of using discretionary funds for utility line relocation as part of the Sooner Row shopping complex project.
Executive Session - Economic Development (Hospital Authority)
Confer on matters pertaining to economic development, including property transfer, financing, or proposals to entice a business.
Consent Agenda (Midwest City Economic Development Commission)
Routine agenda items approved by unanimous consent.