Meeting Summary
The City Council appointed the 2025-2026 Youth Council and two new Municipal Judges. Several economic development agreements were approved, including an $8 million incentive for a new SCHEELS sporting goods store, $175,000 for Hapco manufacturing, and $500,000 in TIF funds for the Clara Luper Civil Rights Center. Additionally, a film incentive for Wild Rooster LLC was certified, and permits for various River Sport events were granted.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointment of Youth Council
04:00The 2025-2026 Youth Council members were officially appointed after introductions by their respective council members.
Appointment of Municipal Judge Gunnar Brisco
21:30Gunnar Brisco was unanimously appointed as a Municipal Judge, effective August 26, 2025, through July 1, 2026.
Appointment of Municipal Judge Kay Floyd
22:00Kay Floyd (Senator Kay Floyd) was unanimously appointed as a Municipal Judge, effective through July 1, 2027.
Rezoning 19301 Lutheran Road
1:04:00An amendment to the Master Design Statement and rezoning of 19301 Lutheran Road from DA to SPD 1695 was approved, limiting the property's use to a community recreational facility within the existing church building, one pickleball court, and garden homes, after significant scaling down due to public concerns.
Closing Platted Public Alleyways
1:05:30The ordinance for closing all platted public alleyways in Block 3 Trust for Park Highland Edition was unanimously approved.
SCHEELS Sporting Goods Store Economic Development Agreement
1:24:00A joint resolution authorizing an economic development agreement not to exceed $8 million over 10 years for a new SCHEELS sporting goods store was approved. The incentive is performance-based, tied to sales and job creation.
Kernney National Inc. (Hapco) Job Creation Incentives
1:30:00A joint resolution approving the allocation of geo limited tax bond proceeds not to exceed $175,000 for job creation economic development incentives to Kernney National Inc. (Hapco) was approved. This supports the creation of 81 new jobs and over $50 million in capital expenditure.
Clara Luper Civil Rights Center TIF Allocation
1:47:00A joint resolution approving TIF allocations totaling $500,000 ($350,000 from Increment District #9 and $150,000 from Increment District #15) to contribute towards the construction of the Clara Luper Civil Rights Center was approved. These funds are designated for storytelling and gallery elements.
Wild Rooster LLC Feature Film Incentive
1:50:00A joint resolution certifying Wild Rooster LLC's proposed feature film project as eligible for the Strategic Investment Program's film incentive, not to exceed $181,298, was unanimously approved. The incentive is performance-based, tied to local spending and crew.
Upcoming Community Events
Oklahoma Regatta Festival
Held at River Sport, featuring corporate, collegiate, masters, and junior rowing, dragon boat racing, a DJ, food trucks, and fireworks. Free to visit.
Holiday River Parade
Held at River Sport, featuring skiing elves, a parade of lit boats, fireworks, and potentially a laser show. Attracts over 10,000 people.
TOR (Trio OKC River Sport Challenge)
A two-day multi-sport race event at River Sport, including sprint triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, 5K, and 10K. Features swimming in the River Sport pool and biking through Oklahoma City. Draws participants from 11 states.
Youth Rowing League Championship
Held at River Sport, involving approximately 250 kids from 14-16 schools, with River Sport providing coaching and event support. Expected attendance of around 800 people.
Homeless Alliance Homecoming Event
A fundraiser for the Homeless Alliance, encouraged for council member attendance.
Financial Matters
July Sales Tax Report
First month of the fiscal year showed 1% growth in sales tax, with combined sales and use tax down $1.2 million. Preliminary August numbers indicate strong 9% growth, expected to offset July's losses. City reserves remain strong.
Claims and Payroll
Report on claims and payroll is available on OKC.gov.
SCHEELS Sporting Goods Store Economic Development Incentive
An economic development agreement to support the development of a SCHEELS store, based on projected sales of $130 million/year and the creation of 200+ full-time and 300+ part-time jobs.
Kernney National Inc. (Hapco) Job Creation Incentives
Allocation of geo limited tax bond proceeds to incentivize the creation of 81 new jobs over 5 years with an estimated average wage of $51,000, and a capital expenditure of over $50 million for a manufacturing facility.
Clara Luper Civil Rights Center TIF Allocation
Allocation of funds from Increment Districts #9 and #15 to contribute towards the construction of the Clara Luper Civil Rights Center, specifically for storytelling and gallery elements in Phase 1.
Wild Rooster LLC Feature Film Incentive
Certification of a feature film project as eligible for the Strategic Investment Program's film incentive, based on local spending, crew, and filming days.
Claim Recommended for Denial (11L1A)
A specific claim that was recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval (11M1A-E)
Multiple claims that were recommended for approval.
Public Comments
Citizens provided input on the positive impact of local business districts, expressed strong opposition to corporate economic development incentives, raised concerns about noise and traffic from a rezoning project, and voiced opinions on broader social issues such as gun control and drug availability. One speaker also demanded recognition for their past efforts in preserving a historic landmark.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Rezoning 3223 Northwest 178 Street (deferred to October 21st).
Watch For
- Final contract details for the SCHEELS economic development incentive.
- Final contract details for the Hapco job creation incentives.
- Future phases and expansion of the Clara Luper Civil Rights Center.
- Post-production work for the Wild Rooster LLC feature film.
Announcements
- Introduction and welcome of the 2025-2026 Youth Council members.
- The Homeless Alliance is hosting a homecoming fundraiser event.
Agenda Summary
3A
Appointment of Youth Council for the academic year of 2025-2026.
4A
Resolution appointing Gunnar Brisco as Municipal Judge.
4B
Resolution appointing Kay Floyd as Municipal Judge.
5A
City Manager Report on July Sales Tax.
5B
City Manager Report on Claims and Payroll.
6A & 6B
Journal of Council Proceedings.
7
Request for Uncontested Continuances, striking several items related to secured properties and abandoned buildings.
8A
Revocable Permit for Fireworks at River Sport.
8B
Revocable Permit for the Holiday River Parade at River Sport.
8C
Revocable Permit for the Oklahoma Regatta Festival at River Sport.
8D
Revocable Permit for the TOR (Trio OKC River Sport Challenge).
8E
Revocable Permit for the Youth Rowing League Championship at River Sport.
OCMFA Items A-M
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority agenda items.
OCPA Items A-D
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority agenda items.
9
Consent Docket.
10
Concurrence Docket.
11A
Amendment to Master Design Statement and Rezoning 19301 Lutheran Road from DA to SPD 1695.
11B
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 3223 Northwest 178 Street from PUD 1891 to SPD705.
11C
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Closing all platted public alleyways in Block 3 Trust for Park Highland Edition.
11D1
Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures.
11D2
Resolution declaring structures dilapidated.
11E1
Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures.
11E2
Resolution declaring structures unsecured (except for previously struck items).
11F1
Public Hearing regarding abandoned buildings.
11F2
Resolution declaring buildings abandoned (except for previously struck items).
11G
Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust authorizing an economic development agreement not to exceed $8 million to support the development of a SCHEELS sporting goods store.
11H
Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust approving allocation of geo limited tax bond proceeds not to exceed $175,000 for job creation economic development incentives to Kernney National Inc. (Hapco).
11I
Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust approving TIF allocations not to exceed $500,000 to contribute towards the construction of the Clara Looper Civil Rights Center.
11J
Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust certifying Wild Rooster LLC's proposed feature film project as an eligible project under the strategic investment programs film incentive program, not to exceed $181,298.
11K
Enter into executive session on advice of the municipal counselor to receive confidential communications from our attorney regarding the case of city of OKC v. Betty Osbbor trustee Atal.
11L1A
Claim recommended for denial.
11M1A-E
Claims recommended for approval.