Meeting Summary
The City Council recognized the Office of Innovation for achieving 2024 What Works City Silver Certification and proclaimed March 18, 2025, as Public Transit Professional Appreciation Day. The preliminary report for the Mental Health Crisis Center and site selections for four new Maps 4 Youth Centers were approved. A contentious rezoning request for Cisu Youth Services, which drew extensive public comment regarding neighborhood impact and youth homelessness, was deferred for 30 days to facilitate further collaboration.
Key Decisions & Votes
Resolution commending Toby Gordon
00:59:50The Council adopted a resolution recognizing Toby Gordon as the March 2025 Teacher of the Month.
Human Rights Commission Appointment
01:00:30An appointment to the Human Rights Commission was unanimously approved.
Resolution commending Oklahoma City Police Foundation
01:13:50The Council unanimously approved a resolution commending the Oklahoma City Police Foundation for its support of the Police Department's Wellness Unit.
Professional Services Agreement (Consent Docket Item BZ)
01:30:50A professional services agreement, including a resolution waving guidelines and procedures, was deferred for two weeks for further review.
Mental Health Crisis Center Preliminary Report
02:00:00The preliminary report for the Maps 4 Mental Health Crisis Center, including its design, site, and budget, was approved with the base bid and alternates.
Cisu Youth Services Rezoning (Item 11G)
03:07:50A rezoning request for Cisu Youth Services to expand its facilities was deferred for 30 days to allow for more in-depth conversations and collaboration with the community.
Special Permit for Dove Charter School
03:14:00A special permit to operate a moderate impact institutional use unit for Dove Charter School was approved.
Emergency Clause for Dove Charter School Special Permit
03:15:00An emergency clause for the Dove Charter School special permit was approved with the necessary seven affirmative votes.
Upcoming Community Events
Go Girl Run OKC
Starts at Riversport, goes across Lincoln bridge and along the South River Trail. All-women's half marathon and 5K.
International Canoe Federation's World Ranking Competition
At Riversport, with Saturday afternoon being the most exciting time to watch. Free to attend.
OKC Youth Invitational
At Riversport, featuring youth rowing competitions.
Redbud Classic
Bike events on Saturday and running events (including Kids Fun Run and wolf walk) on Sunday, crossing Nichols Hills, Jones, and parts of Oklahoma City.
World Mission Society Church of God Blood Drive
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the church facility on the corner of Portland and 25th. Includes community activities and refreshments.
Financial Matters
Revenue Enforcement Report
The Treasurer's Office program has collected an additional $522,000 this year by ensuring revenue enforcement.
Sales and Use Tax Report
Use tax was up 10%, sales tax was down 2.9%, and overall sales tax is down 1% for the year, resulting in an $8.3 million deficit below target.
Mental Health Crisis Center Budget
The project budget is $11,456,100. The base bid for the facility is $11,427,260, with alternates for additional beds ($600,000), a full commercial kitchen ($675,000), administrative staff areas offsite ($173,000), and a new parking lot ($455,000).
Public Comments
Public comments were primarily focused on the Cisu Youth Services rezoning request. Neighbors expressed significant concerns about increased crime, loitering, drug paraphernalia, sexual activity, and trash in Swatch Park and surrounding residential areas since Cisu's establishment. They requested a deferral or denial of the expansion until existing issues are resolved and safeguards are in place. Supporters of Cisu highlighted the critical need for services for homeless youth, the organization's commitment to mental health and trauma-informed care, and the potential for the expansion to provide more comprehensive daytime services, thereby reducing issues in the neighborhood. Two other citizens spoke about a church blood drive and the need for skill-based education for youth.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 11M (unspecified)
- Item 11G (Cisu Youth Services rezoning) deferred to April 8th
Watch For
- Discussions on next year's budget due to sales tax being below target
- Further collaboration and meetings regarding Cisu Youth Services and neighborhood concerns
Announcements
- The City of Oklahoma City Office of Innovation achieved 2024 What Works City Silver Certification.
- Tuesday, March 18, 2025, was proclaimed Public Transit Professional Appreciation Day in Oklahoma City.
- Man Kenta Holloway was introduced as the new Court Administrator.
- Laura Johnson was recognized for 45 years of service to the city as Assistant City Manager upon her retirement.
- The Oklahoma City Police Foundation was commended for its generosity and dedication in supporting the Oklahoma City Police Department, especially the Wellness Unit.
- The International Canoe Federation's World Ranking Competition is taking place at Riversport at the end of March.
- The World Mission Society Church of God is hosting a blood drive on Sunday, March 23rd, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Portland and 25th.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting with an invocation by Pastor Sylvester Patton III and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Anua Samar Aira.
Office of Innovation - What Works Cities Certification Presentation
Presentation on the City of Oklahoma City's Office of Innovation achieving 2024 What Works City Silver Certification for data-driven local government.
Public Transit Professional Appreciation Day Proclamation
Proclamation of Tuesday, March 18, 2025, as Public Transit Professional Appreciation Day in Oklahoma City.
Resolution commending Toby Gordon as Teacher of the Month
Resolution recognizing Toby Gordon as March 2025 Teacher of the Month by Moore Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
Appointment to the Human Rights Commission
Approval of an appointment to the Human Rights Commission.
Resolution commending the Oklahoma City Police Foundation
Resolution commending the Oklahoma City Police Foundation for its support of the Oklahoma City Police Department, particularly the Wellness Unit.
City Manager Report
Report on revenue enforcement, sales and use tax collections, introduction of new Court Administrator Man Kenta Holloway, and recognition of Laura Johnson's retirement.
Journal of Council Proceedings (Items A and B)
Adoption of the Journal of Council Proceedings.
Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Item 11M deferred to March 25th, Item 11Q withdrawn, and portions of 11S1 and 11T1 stricken due to secured properties.
Revocable Permit with Heartland Racing Company for the Go Girl Run OKC
Approval of a revocable permit for the Go Girl Run OKC event on March 22nd.
Revocable Permit with Riversport Foundation for the OKC Youth Invitational
Approval of a revocable permit for the OKC Youth Invitational event on April 5th and 6th.
Revocable Permit with Redbud Foundation for the Redbud Classic
Approval of a revocable permit for the Redbud Classic event on April 5th and 6th.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (Items A through G)
Adoption of items on the OC MFA docket.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (Items A through E)
Adoption of items on the OC PPA docket, including a presentation on the new Arena construction manager.
Professional Services Agreement (Item BZ)
Resolution waving guidelines and procedures for a professional services agreement.
Sidewalk Projects (Item AJ - ARPA project)
Discussion regarding sidewalk projects on Northwest Expressway, May Avenue, and Northwest 30th from Villa to Pennsylvania, including funding and lighting concerns.
Mental Health Crisis Center Preliminary Report (Item BW)
Presentation and approval of the preliminary report for the Maps 4 Mental Health Crisis Center, including site, design, and budget details.
Maps 4 Youth Centers Site Selection (Item BY)
Presentation on the data-driven site selection process for the Maps 4 Youth Centers, including recommended locations and discussion on mental health integration.
Consent Docket (excluding BZ)
Adoption of the remaining items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket (Items A through I)
Adoption of items on the concurrence docket.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 4400 Southeast 139th (AA to RA2)
Rezoning for a lot split on 5.5 acres.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 2500 North Coltrain (R1, R2, I2 to PUD 2045)
Rezoning property to PUD 2045.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 10936 Northeast 122nd (R1, AA to PUD 2047)
Rezoning property to PUD 2047.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 9321 Northwest 150th (R1 to PUD 2050)
Rezoning property to PUD 2050 to allow residential development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 2109 Northeast 14th (to SPUD 1666)
Rezoning for a project by Playkeepers organization to provide varying housing typologies, including townhomes and fourplexes.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1229 Northwest 26th (Spud 913, UD, CBO to Spud 1683, UD)
Rezoning to expand an existing grocery store, creating a pedestrian corridor and reinforcing urban density.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 2121 Northwest 30th (Spud 1257, R1 to Spud 1694)
Rezoning request for Cisu Youth Services to expand facilities, add dwelling units, and provide more services.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 3700 North Lincoln (PUD 1740 to SPUD 1700)
Rezoning to allow a fueling station on the corner of 36th and Lincoln, enhancing traffic flow to Homeland and a wellness center.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 15901 North Rockwell (SPUD 614 to SPUD 1701)
Rezoning property to SPUD 1701.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1500 Northwest 46th (R1 to SPUD 1702)
Rezoning an R1 lot to SPUD 1702 to allow for housing development on a smaller lot size.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 100 North Allen (SPUD 978 to SPUD 1703)
Rezoning property to SPUD 1703.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 4400 Northwest 50th (R1, R2, SPUD 846 to SPUD 1704)
Rezoning property to SPUD 1704.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Establishing a Special Permit to Operate Use Unit 82515 (Dove Charter School)
Establishing a special permit for Dove Charter School at 1211 East I-240 Service Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Closing a portion of the platted Grand Boulevard Right-of-Way east of North Kelly
Closing a portion of the Grand Boulevard Right-of-Way.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Closing a portion of the East West utility easement on Lot 10 and Block 55 of Seminal Point
Closing a portion of an East-West utility easement near 10 Northwest 164th.
Public Hearing regarding Dilapidated Structures (R1/R2)
Public hearing and resolution declaring structures dilapidated.
Public Hearing regarding Unsecure Structures (S1/S2)
Public hearing and resolution declaring structures unsecure.
Public Hearing regarding Abandoned Structures (T1/T2)
Public hearing and resolution declaring buildings abandoned.
Public Hearing regarding an Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget (U1/U2)
Public hearing and resolution adopting an amendment to the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget.
Public Hearing regarding Amending Sales Tax Expenditures (V1/V2)
Second public hearing and resolution amending the June 18, 2024, resolution approving certain sales tax expenditures.
Joint Resolution with the OC MFA approving settlement of the workers compensation segregation claim (Andrea Motley)
Approval of a settlement for a workers' compensation claim on behalf of Andrea Motley.
Resolution authorizing the municipal counsel to confess judgment (Adelano v. City of OKC)
Authorization for municipal counsel to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Adelano v. City of OKC.
Resolution authorizing the municipal counsel to confess judgment (Tin Luke v. City of OKC)
Authorization for municipal counsel to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Tin Luke v. City of OKC.
Joint Resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing firm to represent Alexander Acosta (Hutchins v. City of OKC Police Department)
Authorization for a firm to represent Alexander Acosta in a legal case.
Claims recommended for denial (11AA1)
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
Claims recommended for approval (11AB1)
Approval of claims recommended for approval.