November 5, 2025 City Council Meeting

The council adopted the federal legislative agenda for 2026, which includes advocating for resources for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic events in Oklahoma City and supporting affordable housing solutions.

The state legislative agenda for 2026 was adopted, focusing on items such as simplifying business relationship affidavits, clarifying energy discrimination provisions, and updating statutes for explosive materials and traffic accident reporting thresholds.

A revocable permit was granted to SKD Events LLC for the Riverfront Grand Prix, an event featuring motorcycle and four-wheeler races along the Oklahoma River.

A revocable right-of-way use permit was approved for Ventures Endurance Events to hold the OKC Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving, benefiting the Urban Mission.

An ordinance to amend the Classen Corridor Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district was introduced and set for final hearing, adding properties to the increment and project areas and updating the budget.

An ordinance rezoning 1736 Northwest 15th from R2 to SPUD 1766 was approved, along with an amendment to its master design statement modifying setbacks.

An ordinance rezoning 11701 ER from double A to SPUD 1773 was approved.

An ordinance rezoning 3726 Northwestern from SPUD 905 to SPUD 1774 was approved to allow Vine Community Church to remain as a legally permitted use.

An ordinance rezoning 1900 South Portland from I2 and SODD to SPUD 1775 was approved.

An ordinance rezoning 512 South Mustang Road from SPUD 1648 to SPUD 1776 was approved.

An ordinance rezoning 12516 Roberts Road from double A to SPUD 1763 was deferred to the November 18th meeting to allow more time for applicant and neighbors to meet.

A resolution to close a portion of the right-of-way for Northwest 12th adjacent to lots 22 and 23 in block three of Classen Marquette edition was denied, accepting the recommendation for denial.

An ordinance to implement a 2.7% service fee on certain credit card transactions (permits, fees, lodging taxes) was introduced and set for final hearing on November 18th, aiming to reduce city fees by $95,000 annually.

A joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust was approved, allocating up to $766,263 from the Classen Corridor TIF for the Browns Bakery redevelopment project at 10th and Walker.

A joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust was approved, allocating up to $2,533,025 from the Classen Corridor TIF for the Eddie Building project at 10th and Classen, a mixed-use development with apartments and commercial space.

A resolution was approved authorizing the calling and holding of a general election for mayor on February 10th and a runoff election on April 7th.

A resolution was approved naming the MAPS for Mental Health Crisis Center the Oklahoma City Robert Ravitz Crisis Center, honoring his life and legacy in mental health advocacy.

A resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust was approved, allowing for a $175 million bank note program to fund CIP projects.

Sales Tax Report (October)

Sales tax was down 1.8% and use tax was down almost 5% for October. Combined, the city is still about $500,000 above target for the year, but the trend requires monitoring.

Credit Card Service Fee

Proposed 2.7% service fee on certain credit card transactions (permits, fees, lodging taxes) to reduce city-incurred fees by approximately $95,000 annually. Effective January 1, 2026.

Browns Bakery Redevelopment Project TIF Allocation

Allocation from the Classen Corridor TIF for the $10.3 million Browns Bakery redevelopment project, structured as a pay-as-you-go incentive.

Eddie Building Project TIF Allocation

Allocation from the Classen Corridor TIF for the over $20 million Eddie Building project, a mixed-use development with 48 apartments and commercial space.

Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust Indebtedness

Approval to incur indebtedness for a $175 million bank note program with Bank of Oklahoma to fund the Water Utility's Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

Presentation: Veteran Employer Champions

Recognition of local businesses for their commitment to supporting veterans in the workforce.

Item 4A: Federal Legislative Agenda 2026

Consideration and adoption of the city's federal legislative priorities for the upcoming year.

Item 4B: State Legislative Agenda 2026

Consideration and adoption of the city's state legislative priorities for the upcoming year.

Item 5: City Manager Reports

Reports on Visit OKC's first-quarter performance and the October sales tax figures.

Item 6: Journal of Council Proceedings

Approval of the minutes from previous council meetings.

Item 7: Request for Uncontested Continuances

Requests for deferral of certain agenda items.

Item 8A: Revocable Permit for Riverfront Grand Prix

Permit for SKD Events LLC to host a racing event along the Oklahoma River.

Item 8B: Revocable Permit for OKC Turkey Trot

Permit for Ventures Endurance Events to hold the OKC Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving.

OCMFA Items A-K

Various items for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.

OCPA Item A

Claims and payroll for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority.

Item 9: Consent Docket

Approval of routine agenda items without separate discussion.

Item 9X: Classen Corridor TIF Amendment

Introduction of an ordinance to amend the Classen Corridor Tax Increment Financing district.

Item 10: Concurrence Docket

Approval of items from other city boards and commissions.

Item 11A: SPUD 1751

Zoning item that was withdrawn.

Item 11B: Ordinance on Final Hearing (1736 Northwest 15th)

Rezoning 1736 Northwest 15th from R2 to SPUD 1766 and amendment to master design statement.

Item 11C: Ordinance on Final Hearing (11701 ER)

Rezoning 11701 ER from double A to SPUD 1773.

Item 11D: Ordinance on Final Hearing (3726 Northwestern)

Rezoning 3726 Northwestern from SPUD 905 to SPUD 1774 to permit church use.

Item 11E: Ordinance on Final Hearing (1900 South Portland)

Rezoning 1900 South Portland from I2 and SODD to SPUD 1775.

Item 11F: Ordinance on Final Hearing (512 South Mustang Road)

Rezoning 512 South Mustang Road from SPUD 1648 to SPUD 1776.

Item 11G: Ordinance on Final Hearing (12516 Roberts Road)

Rezoning 12516 Roberts Road from double A to SPUD 1763.

Item 11H: Ordinance on Final Hearing (NW 12th Right-of-Way Closure)

Closing a portion of the right-of-way for Northwest 12th adjacent to Classen Marquette edition.

Item 11I: Ordinance Amending Chapter 52 (Credit Card Fee)

First of two meetings for a proposed ordinance to implement a service fee on credit card transactions.

Item 11J: Ordinance Amending Chapter 60 (Credit Card Fee)

First of two meetings for a proposed ordinance to implement a service fee on credit card transactions.

Item 11K: Public Hearing (Unsecured Structures)

Public hearing regarding unsecured structures, with several items stricken.

Item 11L2: Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures

Resolution declaring certain structures as unsecured.

Item 11M1: Public Hearing (Abandoned Buildings)

Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings, with one item remaining.

Item 11M2: Resolution Declaring Abandoned Building

Resolution declaring a specific building as abandoned.

Item 11N: Joint Resolution (Browns Bakery Redevelopment)

Approving TIF allocation for the Browns Bakery redevelopment project.

Item 11O: Joint Resolution (Eddie Building Project)

Approving TIF allocation for the Eddie Building project.

Item 11P: Resolution (Mayoral Election)

Authorizing the calling and holding of a general and runoff election for mayor.

Item 11Q: Resolution (Robert Bob Ravitz Crisis Center)

Approving the naming of the MAPS for Mental Health Crisis Center after Robert Bob Ravitz.

Item 11R: Resolution (OKC Water Utilities Trust Indebtedness)

Approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust.

Item 11S: Claim Recommended for Denial

Consideration of a claim recommended for denial.

Item 11T: Claim Recommended for Approval

Consideration of a claim recommended for approval.