Meeting Summary
The city council meeting began with proclamations honoring two long-serving employees, Robert Floral and Freda Clark, for their retirements. Key decisions included the approval of the consent agenda, the appointment of Councilman Reed to the Residential Parking Review Committee, and the acceptance of the city's financial audit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2016. The council also announced upcoming city anniversaries and a significant road construction project.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Agenda Approval
10:15All consent agenda items, excluding item 5, were approved by unanimous consent.
Residential Parking Review Committee Appointment
10:55Councilman Reed was appointed to fill Daniel McClure's seat on the Residential Parking Review Committee.
Financial Audit Acceptance
13:00The financial audit for the City of Midwest City for the year ended June 30, 2016, which expressed an unmodified opinion, was accepted.
Entry into Executive Session
14:20The council voted to enter into executive session to discuss negotiations concerning employees and employee groups.
Upcoming Community Events
Daddy Daughter Dance
Held at the Reef Center, with three sessions still having tickets available. Contact Parks and Recreation or visit the city's website.
Financial Matters
Financial Audit of the City of Midwest City (FY 2015-16)
The financial audit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2016, received an unmodified opinion with no audit findings. Three uncorrected immaterial misstatements were noted, but no audit adjustments were required. A federal single audit was not required as the city did not expend more than $750,000 in federal funds.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Southeast 15th Street resurfacing project from O.K.L.C. to Midwest Boulevard will begin on Monday, February 20th, and is expected to last six months. Traffic will be restricted but remain open.
Announcements
- Proclamation honoring Robert Floral for his retirement from the Water Department.
- Proclamation honoring Freda Clark for her retirement from the Senior Citizen Center.
- Cadet Staff Sergeant Andreas Williams, a senior at Midwest City High School and Air Force ROTC program member, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- Upcoming 75th anniversary of the City of Midwest City, 75th anniversary of Tinker Air Force Base, 70th anniversary of the United States Air Force, 75th anniversary of the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce, and 25th anniversary of the Navy Tecmo Wing attachment at Tinker Air Force Base.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation for Robert Floral
Recognition of Robert Floral's retirement from the Water Department after a distinguished career since October 1985.
Proclamation for Freda Clark
Recognition of Freda Clark's retirement from the Senior Citizen Center after serving the city since September 1976.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items (excluding item 5)
Routine administrative items placed on the consent agenda for approval by unanimous consent.
Appointment to Residential Parking Review Committee
Discussion and consideration of appointing a council member to fill Daniel McClure's vacant seat on the Residential Parking Review Committee.
Acceptance of Financial Audit for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2016
Discussion and consideration of accepting the financial audit report for the City of Midwest City, which expressed an unmodified opinion.
Executive Session
Discussion concerning negotiations with employees and representatives of employee groups, as allowed under 25 OS Section 307 B 2.