Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the schematic design plans for the new Oklahoma City arena after a detailed presentation, and received a preliminary report for the first MAPS 4 youth center at Woodson Park. A contentious discussion regarding the funding for homeless outreach teams led to a two-week deferral for further review. Additionally, a permit for the Oklahoma City Treelighting Festival was approved, and several rezoning ordinances passed.
Key Decisions & Votes
Schematic Design Plans for New Oklahoma City Arena
17:00The Council approved the 30% complete schematic design plans for the new arena, which will be centered on the site, feature large entrance plazas, and be optimized for basketball and concerts.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for OKC Treelighting Festival
04:00A permit was approved for the Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership to hold the Oklahoma City Treelighting Festival on November 13th, involving the closure of Mickey Mantle Avenue.
Funding for Homeless Outreach Teams (Mental Health Association contract)
30:00A contract for homeless outreach services, which included a discussion about its funding and impact on transient crime, was deferred for two weeks for further review.
Western Avenue Business Improvement District Assessment
52:00The resolution adopting and confirming an assessment role for the Western Avenue Business Improvement District was approved.
Codification of Golf Commission
53:00An ordinance codifying the Golf Commission, which had previously existed only through an agreement, was adopted to make its status more official.
Amendment to Comprehensive Plan
57:00A resolution was approved to receive an amendment to the comprehensive plan, updating various maps and data indicators related to city growth and services.
Upcoming Community Events
Oklahoma City Treelighting Festival presented by Global Payments
Mickey Mantle Avenue in Bricktown, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM, featuring entertainment and the mayor lighting the Christmas tree at 6 PM.
Test of Western
Flagship event for Western Avenue Association, raising money for the Route 66 celebration next year.
Route 66 Centennial Car Show
Official location for the Centennial Car Show.
Direct flight from OKC to Cancun, Mexico ribbon cutting
6:30 AM ribbon cutting, flight boards at 8:30 AM.
Financial Matters
Contract with Mental Health Association for Homeless Services
Discussion and subsequent deferral of a contract for homeless outreach teams, which provides direct outreach and connection to services for the homeless population. Initial concerns about a 20% increase were clarified as combining existing ESG and opioid funds.
I44 over May Avenue Bridge Project
Project to fix a bump on I44 over May Avenue by redoing approaches, funded by a congressionally directed spending program.
Preliminary Report for MAPS 4 Youth Center at Woodson Park
Presentation of the preliminary design and budget for the first of four youth centers, with a base bid and alternates.
Claims recommended for denial
Approval of claims against the city that were recommended for denial.
Claims recommended for approval
Approval of claims against the city that were recommended for approval.
Public Comments
Public comments included support for increased funding for homeless services and addressing transient crime, praise for city development, a request for enhancements to the Cloopa Bridge, and a call for the Mayor and Council to demonstrate authentic allyship and integrity regarding LGBTQ+ inclusion, specifically referencing a recent termination at OCU. Concerns were also raised about city record-keeping regarding property maintenance.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 9W: Ordinance on final hearing recommended for denial reszoning 12516 Roberts Road from double A to SPUD173 (deferred to November 4th meeting)
- Item 9AB: Contract with Mental Health Association for Homeless Services (deferred for two weeks)
- Item 11W: Ordinance on final hearing recommended for denial reszoning 12516 Roberts Road from double A to SPUD173 (deferred to November 4th meeting)
Watch For
- Further discussions on strategies to address homelessness and transient crime
- Future phases of Lone Oak Park development
- Development of additional MAPS 4 youth centers
Announcements
- A plaque was installed at the new multi-use trail on Northwest 30th Street, honoring former Councilman Sam Bowman for his advocacy for sidewalk funding.
- Councilman Cooper shared reflections on LGBT History Month, his mother's acceptance, and highlighted statistics on LGBTQ+ youth homelessness and mental health.
- Airport Director Jeff Moulder announced a new direct flight from Oklahoma City to Cancun, Mexico, by American Airlines, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Friday.
Agenda Summary
Item 5: City Manager Reports
Reports on claims and payroll were available on okc.gov.
Item 6A, B: Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the journal of council proceedings.
Item 7: Uncontested Continuances
Items 9A and 11I were deferred to upcoming meetings. Items 11AB1, E, and G regarding unsecured structures were stricken from the agenda as owners secured the properties.
Item 8A: Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership
Request for a permit to close Mickey Mantle Avenue in Bricktown on November 13th for the Oklahoma City Treelighting Festival.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OC MFA) Items A, B
Routine items for the OC MFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OC PPA) Item C: Schematic Design Plans for the New Oklahoma City Arena
Presentation and approval of the 30% complete schematic design for the new arena, optimized for basketball and concerts, featuring a circular, transparent facade and improved loading/acoustics.
Item 9H: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 1325 East Road from PUD 1443 to PUD 1529
Rezoning to add new housing in Ward 7.
Item 9W: Ordinance on final hearing recommended for denial reszoning 12516 Roberts Road from double A to SPUD173
Rezoning case with significant protests.
Item 9AB: Contract with Mental Health Association for Homeless Services
Discussion regarding a contract for homeless outreach teams, including a perceived 20% increase in funding (later clarified as combining existing funds).
Item 9AZ: Project at I44 over May Avenue
Discussion about a project to fix a bump on I44 over May Avenue by redoing approaches, funded by Senator Bice.
Item 9BQ: Preliminary Report for MAPS 4 Youth Center at Woodson Park
Presentation of the preliminary design for the first of four youth centers, focusing on safety, comprehensive programming, and community integration.
Item 9AS: Preliminary Engineering Report for Lone Oak Park
Discussion and clarification regarding the preliminary engineering report for Lone Oak Park, addressing flood plain requirements and future phases.
Item 9CC: Schematic Design Plans with the City of Oklahoma City for the New Oklahoma City Arena
Mirror item to OC PPA Item C, approving the schematic design plans for the new arena.
Remaining Consent Docket Items
Various administrative and routine items not pulled for separate discussion or vote.
Item 10 A-Q: Concurrence Docket
Various items from other city authorities/boards.
Item 11A: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 20 Southeast 27th from I2 to R1
Rezoning to single family residential.
Item 11B: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 625 East Eubanks from R1 to R2
Rezoning from single family to multi-family.
Item 11C: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 629 East Eubanks from R1 to R3
Rezoning for a quadplex.
Item 11D: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 20 Southeast 27th from I2 to R1
Rezoning to single family residential.
Item 11E: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 17 Southeast 27th from I2 to R1
Rezoning to single family residential.
Item 11F: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 27 Southeast 27th from I2 to R1
Rezoning to single family residential.
Item 11G: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 34 Southeast 27th from I2 to R1
Rezoning to single family residential.
Item 11H: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 1325 East Road from PUD 1443 to PUD 1529
Rezoning to add new housing in Ward 7.
Item 11I: Ordinance on final hearing
This item was previously deferred.
Item 11J: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 12635 North Morgan from double A to PUD2091
Rezoning for development.
Item 11K: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 16901 North Portland from PUD 737 to PUD2093
Rezoning for development.
Item 11L1: Amendment to the master design statement for 1404 Northwest 22nd
Amendment related to rezoning for new housing.
Item 11L2: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 1404 Northwest 22nd from R1 and PUD 393 to PUD 2095
Rezoning to support new housing in Ward 7.
Item 11M1: Amendment to the master design statement for 3223 Northwest 178
Amendment to the master design statement, with an amendment to add the word 'evergreen' and clarify the October 17th version of the SPUD.
Item 11M2: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 3223 Northwest 178 from PUD 1891 to SPD 1705
Rezoning for development, previously deferred multiple times.
Item 11N: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 10203 Northwest 10th from R1 to SPUD1746
Rezoning for development.
Item 11O: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 2308 North Florida from R1 and UC to SPUD 1764
Rezoning for two new dwellings on empty lots in the Gatewood neighborhood.
Item 11P: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 14809 Southeast 149th from double A to SPD 1770
Rezoning for a small commercial area.
Item 11Q: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 2620 South Mustang from double A to SPD 1771
Rezoning for development.
Item 11R: Ordinance on final hearing reszoning 10003 South Penn from C3 and SR OD to SPD 1772
Rezoning for development.
Item 11S: Ordinance on final hearing closing a portion of the East West right-of-way at Northeast 115th east of Eer
Closing a portion of the right-of-way with full support of the planning commission.
Item 11T: Ordinance on final hearing closing 50 ft of the 20 foot East West Alley in block one of Epworth Edition
Closing an alley to assist with parking for a new development.
Item 11U: Ordinance on final hearing closing a portion of the east west alley in block one of Lindley's addition
Closing a portion of an alley.
Item 11V: Ordinance on final hearing closing a portion of the north south utility easement on lot 10 and block 10 of Abbott Lake
Closing a 5 by 30 foot utility easement.
Item 11W: Ordinance on final hearing recommended for denial reszoning 12516 Roberts Road from double A to SPUD173
Rezoning case with enough protests to require a supermajority for approval; applicant requested a two-week continuance.
Item 11X1: Public hearing regarding the Western Avenue Business Improvement District
Public hearing on the Western Avenue Business Improvement District.
Item 11X2: Resolution adopting and confirming an assessment role for the Western Avenue Business Improvement District
Adoption and confirmation of the assessment role for the BID.
Item 11Y: Ordinance on final hearing adopting and setting the assessment role for the Western Avenue Business Improvement District
Adoption of the ordinance setting the assessment role for the BID.
Item 11Z: Ordinance on final hearing relating to parks (codifying Golf Commission)
Codifying the Golf Commission, which previously existed only through an agreement.
Item 11AA1: Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing on listed dilapidated structures.
Item 11AA2: Resolution declaring structures are dilapidated
Resolution declaring listed structures dilapidated.
Item 11AB1: Public hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing on listed unsecured structures.
Item 11AB2: Resolution declaring structures are unsecured
Resolution declaring listed structures unsecured.
Item 11AC1: Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing on listed abandoned buildings.
Item 11AC2: Resolution declaring the buildings are abandoned
Resolution declaring listed buildings abandoned.
Item 11AD1: Second public hearing regarding amending the June 18th, 2024 resolution approving certain fire and other sales tax expenditures
Public hearing on amending sales tax expenditures for fire services.
Item 11AD2: Resolution amending the June 18th, 2024 resolution regarding fire expenditures
Resolution amending fire expenditures.
Item 11AE: Resolution receiving an amendment to the comp plan
Resolution to receive an amendment to the comprehensive plan, updating maps related to waterlines, transit-oriented development, megasite annexation, and emergency services.
Item 11AF: Executive session regarding Gallow B. City of OKC
Executive session for legal discussion.
Item 11AG: Executive session on McGuffy v Progressive parking, city of OKC, etc.
Executive session for legal discussion.
Item 11AH: Executive session in the case of lock supply vcot
Executive session for legal discussion.
Item 11AI1: Claims recommended for denial
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
Item 11AJ1: Claims recommended for approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval.