Meeting Summary
The Midwest City Council approved several zoning and plat requests, including an amendment to an S-PUD for a church and a new residential subdivision. A significant financial settlement of $55.3 million was approved by the Hospital Authority, resolving a lawsuit and amending a lease agreement to ensure continued healthcare services. The council also announced several upcoming community events and a city-wide food drive.
Key Decisions & Votes
S-PUD Amendment for 1701 South Midwest Boulevard
09:10An amendment to the existing S-PUD was approved to allow additional uses, specifically for a small church, at the property located at 1701 South Midwest Boulevard.
Redistricting for Charles Avenue Property
12:40An ordinance was approved to redistrict a property along Charles Avenue north of East Reno Avenue from R-6 to a PUD, with a condition requiring uniform fencing along Charles Avenue with metal posts.
Preliminary Plat of St. Charles Place
14:40The preliminary plat for St. Charles Place, a proposed residential subdivision comprising 37 single-family lots, was approved.
Hospital Authority Settlement Agreement
20:50A settlement agreement was approved with Health Management Associates Inc., Midwest City Regional Medical Center LLC, and CHS Community Health Systems Inc., which includes a $55.3 million payment to the authority and the dismissal of a pending lawsuit, along with a second amendment to the lease.
Upcoming Community Events
Annual Trick-or-Treat City
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park.
Trick-or-Treat
On Halloween.
Veterans Day Parade
Starts at 10:00 AM, proceeding down 15th and Douglas.
Last Lunchtime in Tunes
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Charles J. Johnson Park, featuring live music.
City Food Drive
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Sam's, benefiting needy families during the holiday season.
Financial Matters
Settlement Agreement Payment
Payment to the Hospital Authority from Health Management Associates Inc., Midwest City Regional Medical Center LLC, and CHS Community Health Systems Inc. as part of a settlement agreement to dismiss a lawsuit and amend a lease.
Public Comments
A citizen inquired about the potential effects of State Question 779 on municipalities, expressing support for teachers but seeking clarification on the broader impact. The Mayor offered to discuss the matter offline.
Announcements
- Introduction of Second Lieutenant Tracy Higher and First Lieutenant Malcolm Jones from Carl Albert High School.
- New Purple Heart parking spaces have been installed at City Hall and the library, and are available for free to any business (up to two signs) by applying online.
- Alliance Health Midwest and the City of Midwest City Municipal Hospital Authority have agreed to sell their claims and dismiss a pending lawsuit, clearing the way for everyone to move forward and ensure continued access to quality acute care services in eastern Oklahoma County.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items by unanimous consent.
PC 1882
Public hearing and consideration of a request to amend the existing S-PUD to allow additional uses for the property at 1701 South Midwest Boulevard.
PC 1883
Public hearing and consideration of approval of an ordinance redistricting from R-6 single-family detached residential to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) governed by the R-6 district for property along Charles Avenue north of East Reno Avenue, with a condition for uniform fencing.
PC 1884
Public hearing and consideration of approval of the preliminary plat of St. Charles Place, a proposed residential subdivision with 37 single-family lots, located along Charles Avenue north of East Reno Avenue.
Appointment to ADA Transition Plan Committee
Discussion and consideration of appointing a new member to the ADA Transition Plan Committee to fill a vacancy.
Midwest City Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine agenda items for the Municipal Authority by unanimous consent.
Hospital Authority Minutes Approval
Approval of the minutes from the October 11th Hospital Authority meeting.
Hospital Authority Asset Reallocation/Investment Policy
Discussion and consideration of allocation to reallocate assets, change fund managers, or make changes in the statement of investment policy guidelines and objectives.
Hospital Authority Settlement Agreement Addendum
Discussion and consideration of approving and entering into several agreements with Health Management Associates Inc., Midwest City Regional Medical Center LLC, and CHS Community Health Systems Inc., including a settlement agreement and second amendment to lease, resulting in an agreed-upon dismissal of a lawsuit upon payment of $55,300,000 to the authority.