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November 9, 2022 City Council Meeting

November 9, 2022 • Norman, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Council discussed the streeteries pilot program, with a consensus to extend it while staff explores more permanent options and addresses equity concerns. Two ordinances were unanimously adopted: one granting special use for a church expansion and another rezoning property for the McFarland United Methodist Church Mission Center, which received significant praise for its community services. Public comments included concerns about police equipment, the LGBTQ+ History Month proclamation, and infrastructure.

Key Decisions & Votes

Streeteries Pilot Program Extension

00:41:00

The Council reached a consensus to extend the streeteries pilot program, allowing the current participant to continue and other interested businesses to apply, while staff works on a more permanent permit program and addresses equity concerns.

Approved

Special Use Permit for Church Expansion

00:51:00

Ordinance 0222311, granting special use for a church at 4600 36th Avenue Northwest for an expansion, was adopted on its second and final reading, with drainage concerns addressed.

Adopted

Rezoning for McFarland Church Mission Center

01:17:00

Ordinance 0222315, rezoning 401 South University Boulevard for the McFarland United Methodist Church Mission Center, was adopted on its second and final reading, enabling the construction of a new facility for expanded food pantry and social outreach services.

Adopted

Upcoming Community Events

Saturday, November 12th

Mutual Aid Fair

12 PM to 3 PM, hosted by Red Dirt Collective. Offers free groceries, clothing, cleaning supplies, health/hygiene products, pet food, books, haircuts, bike repairs, SNAP benefits sign-up, mental/physical health resources, carnival games, face painting, crafts, lunch, and a selfie station.

Friday, November 11th

Art Walk

6 PM to 9 PM, hosted by Norman Arts Council. Fundraiser t-shirt to support artists' love projects.

November 13th

Veterans Day Parade

Starting south of Reese Park and ending at the Veterans Memorial.

Financial Matters

Streeteries pilot program license fee

The Meeting Place paid $300 for a six-month revocable license, expiring November 23rd.

$300

Parking garage investments

Studies estimate parking structures would cost $20-25 million, with funding being a significant challenge.

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Gray Street parking lot metering

The Gray Street municipal lot is metered at 25 cents per hour.

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Game day parking charges

The ASP lot charges $25 per space on game days and is utilized.

$25

Public Comments

4 citizens spoke

Public comments included calls for a study session on police equipment and militarization, a strong statement regarding the Council's refusal to sign the LGBTQ+ History Month proclamation, and concerns about sidewalk conditions, crosswalk enforcement, and the time limit for public comments.

Police militarization and oversight LGBTQ+ inclusivity and recognition Infrastructure (sidewalks) Public comment time limits

Coming Up

Watch For

  • Discussion on police equipment purchase at next week's Council study session.
  • Carport ordinance discussions: Oversight Committee on November 10th, Planning Commission on December 8th, Council vote around January 23rd.
  • Two-way Gray Street project (NEPA document finalized).
  • Transit Center moving downtown in the next year.

Announcements

  • Equipment failure with camera and audio, Council reminded to speak directly into microphones.
  • Council agenda amended to remove Item 18 regarding Public Safety Equipment purchase; discussion moved to next week's Council study session.
  • Thanks to all who voted in the election.
  • Thanks to Christy Shepard for willingness to serve on Social and Voluntary Services Commission.
  • Mutual Aid Fair hosted by Red Dirt Collective on Saturday, November 12th, from 12 PM to 3 PM, offering free groceries, clothing, health products, and services.
  • Thanks to Ward 2 members Alva Bracchus (Norman Forward Oversight Committee) and Erica Byrd (Planning Commission Chair) for their service.
  • Happy early Veterans Day to all veterans.
  • Norman Arts Council Art Walk this Friday, November 11th, from 6 PM to 9 PM, with a fundraiser t-shirt for artists' projects.
  • Thanks to Ward 4 residents Brad Worster (Board of Adjustment) and John Green (Norman Forward Citizens Finance Sports and Rogers Authority) for their service.
  • Carport ordinance update: Oversight Committee on November 10th, Planning Commission on December 8th, Council vote around January 23rd.
  • Thanks to poll workers for ensuring election integrity.
  • Veterans Day Parade in Norman on November 13th, starting south of Reese Park and ending at the memorial.

Agenda Summary

Discussion regarding the streeteries pilot program

Review of the temporary streeteries program, its feedback, and potential for continuation or expansion, including concerns about parking space allocation and safety barriers.

Consensus to extend the pilot program; staff to explore permanent options and address equity concerns.

Discussion regarding designating parking spaces on city streets

Overview of public parking in Downtown and Campus Corner, including existing business plans, parking studies, supply and demand, and private use of public right-of-way.

Information Only

Ordinance Number 0222311

Granting special use for a church, temple, or other place of worship in the R1 single-family dwelling district for property located at 4600 36th Avenue Northwest, including a site plan amendment for expansion and drainage solutions.

Adopted

Ordinance Number 0222315

Rezoning property located at 401 South University Boulevard from CC-FEC Center City Form-Based Code to CC-PUD Center City Planned Unit Development for the McFarland United Methodist Church Mission Center, to allow for a new two-story building for expanded food pantry and social outreach services.

Adopted
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