Meeting Summary
The City Council addressed a lengthy agenda, approving several rezoning requests, including one for 8512 SW 29th Street that incorporated significant amendments negotiated with neighbors. Key discussions revolved around the proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, which was ultimately deferred for further consideration, and amendments to home-sharing regulations. The meeting also included recognitions, updates on Maps 4 projects, and various administrative approvals.
Key Decisions & Votes
Employee of the Month Recognition
04:20Resolution passed unanimously to recognize Vanessa Nahar Etaria as the December 2024 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month.
Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Advisory Board Dissolution
11:30Resolution passed unanimously to honor and dissolve the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Advisory Board, transitioning its remaining tasks to the city council.
Penalty Reduction Program Extension
16:50Resolution passed unanimously to extend the Penalty Reduction Program through December 31, 2025.
Rezoning 500 South Harrah Road
53:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 500 South Harrah Road from R1 to RA2 was deferred to January 14.
Rezoning 5900 Wildwood
1:16:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 5900 Wildwood from PUD 1842 to PUD 2016 was deferred to January 9.
Rezoning 8512 Southwest 29th
1:44:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 8512 Southwest 29th from R1 to PUD 2029 was approved as amended, following an agreement with neighborhood advocates.
Rezoning 1328 East Hefner Road
1:45:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 1328 East Hefner Road from R1 to PUD 2031 was approved unanimously.
Rezoning 620 North Cemetery Road
1:46:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 620 North Cemetery Road from PUD 1504 to PUD 2035 was approved unanimously.
Rezoning 15601 North County Line Road
1:46:30Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 15601 North County Line Road from R1 and AA to PUD 2037 was approved unanimously.
Rezoning 11605 North Morgan Road
1:47:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 11605 North Morgan Road from AA to PUD 2038 was approved unanimously.
Rezoning 345 West I-240 Service Road
1:47:40Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 345 West I-240 Service Road from PUD 1826 to PUD 2039 was deferred to February 11.
Rezoning 4235 Northeast 122nd
1:56:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 4235 Northeast 122nd from SPUD 1293 to SPUD 1651 was approved as amended.
Rezoning 217 Northwest 150th
1:56:30Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 217 Northwest 150th from PUD 11136 to SPUD 1672 was approved unanimously.
Rezoning 1612 Northeast 16th
1:57:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 1612 Northeast 16th from R1 and R2 to SPUD 1676 was approved unanimously.
Rezoning 515 Northeast 1st
1:57:30Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 515 Northeast 1st from PUD 11132 and DSHA to SPUD 1678 in DSH was approved unanimously.
Rezoning 2324 West Park Place
1:58:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for rezoning 2324 West Park Place from R2 to SPUD 1679 was approved unanimously.
Closing easements and Right of Way along North May
1:58:30Ordinance on Final Hearing for closing easements and Right of Way along North May was approved unanimously.
Closing portion of north-south statutory Right of Way
1:59:00Ordinance on Final Hearing for closing a portion of the north-south statutory Right of Way west of I-235 between 16th and 13th Streets was approved unanimously.
Home Sharing Ordinance (Chapter 13)
2:19:00Ordinance on Final Hearing relating to home sharing (Chapter 13) was adopted as amended, including new occupancy limits and removal of the two-night minimum stay.
Home Sharing Ordinance (Chapter 59)
2:20:00Ordinance on Final Hearing relating to home sharing (Chapter 59) was adopted as amended, aligning definitions and strengthening Board of Adjustment considerations.
General Schedule of Fees Ordinance (Chapter 60)
2:21:00Ordinance on Final Hearing relating to the general schedule of fees (Chapter 60) was adopted unanimously.
Parks Facilities and Amenities Fees Resolution
2:21:30Resolution establishing the fees for parks facilities and amenities was adopted unanimously.
Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Introduction
2:45:00Ordinance to be introduced regarding Accessory Dwelling Units was deferred to February 11 for further discussion and potential amendments.
Dilapidated Structures Resolution
2:46:00Resolution declaring various dilapidated structures was adopted unanimously.
Unsecured Structures Resolution
2:46:30Resolution declaring various unsecured structures was adopted unanimously.
Abandoned Buildings Resolution
2:47:00Resolution declaring various abandoned buildings was adopted unanimously.
Claims Approval
2:47:30Claims recommended for approval were approved unanimously.
Upcoming Community Events
Festival of the Arts
Grounds of Bicentennial Park and City Hall lawn.
Run Lucky
West Park Place, by Fast Hall.
Financial Matters
Penalty Reduction Program
The program has closed 13,310 cases and collected $1,598,000 since July 1, 2019.
Maps 4 Homelessness - Oak Grove
Commitment of Maps funding for 288 units of renovated public housing at the Oak Grove housing site.
Maps 4 Homelessness - Creston Park
Commitment of Maps funding for the Creston Park project, which involves new construction.
Maps 4 Homelessness - Vita Nova Motel 6 conversion
Commitment of Maps funding for 76 units of permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals.
Maps 4 Homelessness - Supportive Housing Project #3
Proposed Maps funding for 40 units of new construction supportive housing in collaboration with Continuum of Care.
Maps 4 Homelessness - Supportive Housing Project #4
Proposed Maps funding for 39 units of affordable housing with a third-party developer, Host Alliance.
Maps 4 Homelessness - Will Rogers Courts
Proposed Maps funding for the redevelopment and revision of the Will Rogers Courts neighborhood as part of the Choice Neighborhood program.
General Schedule of Fees (Chapter 60)
Ordinance on Final Hearing relating to amending chapter 60 of the Oklahoma City Municipal Code.
Fees for Parks Facilities & Amenities
Resolution establishing the fees for the parks facilities and amenities.
Claims recommended for approval
Approval of various claims.
Public Comments
Public comments covered a range of topics, including concerns about increased density, traffic, and preservation of green space in rezoning cases. For the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, speakers advocated for its approval while also raising concerns about parking requirements, height limits, and the exclusion of historic districts. Home-sharing operators provided feedback on the licensing process, enforcement challenges, and the impact of the 10-night maximum per month provision.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Rezoning 500 S Harrah Rd (R1 to RA2) deferred to January 14.
- Rezoning 5900 Wildwood (PUD 1842 to PUD 2016) deferred to January 9.
- Rezoning 345 W I-240 Service Rd (PUD 1826 to PUD 2039) deferred to February 11.
- Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance deferred to February 11.
Deadlines
- ARPA funding deadline for sidewalk projects (mentioned by Debbie Miller).
Watch For
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Luda boundary modification) at Planning Commission on January 23rd.
- RFP for home sharing enforcement consultant (on December 31st agenda).
- Future bond issue discussions for sidewalk infrastructure and job training.
- Maps 4 Homelessness second allocation projects (Creston Park, Oak Grove, Vita Nova, Supportive Housing #2, #3, #4, Will Rogers Courts).
Announcements
- Vanessa Nahar Etaria was recognized as the December 202ani South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month.
- The Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Advisory Board members were honored for their dedicated service to the Better Streets Safer City Capital Improvements program, and the board was dissolved.
- Appointments were made to various city boards and trusts, including the Board of Adjustments, Civic Center, Historic Preservation, Human Rights, Arts Commission, Zoo Trust, Residential Building Code, Traffic, Trails, and Port Authority.
Agenda Summary
Resolution honoring Vanessa Nahar Etaria
Recognizing Vanessa Nahar Etaria as the December 2024 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month for her bilingual service in the Action Center.
Resolution honoring Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Advisory Board
Expressing gratitude to the members of the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Advisory Board for their service to the Better Streets Safer City Capital Improvements program and dissolving the board.
Appointments to various boards and trusts
Appointments to the Board of Adjustments, Civic Center, Historic Preservation, Human Rights, Arts Commission, Zoo Trust, Residential Building Code, Traffic, Trails, and Port Authority.
Resolution extending Penalty Reduction Program
Extending the Penalty Reduction Program through December 31, 2025, which has closed over 13,000 cases and collected over $1.5 million.
City Manager Reports
Quarterly Riverport Foundation update and claims and payroll reports.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of items A and B from the Journal of Council Proceedings.
Requests for uncontested continuances
Withdrawal of item 11B, deferral of 11D to December 31, deferral of 9AG to January 28, and striking of several dilapidated, unsecured, and abandoned structure items.
Revocable permit with Arts Council of Oklahoma City for Festival of the Arts
Permit for the 59th Annual Festival of the Arts to be held April 24-27, 2025, at Bicentennial Park and City Hall lawn.
Revocable right of way use permit with Autism Oklahoma for Run Lucky
Permit for the Run Lucky event to be held on March 9, 2025, on West Park Place.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OC MFA) items A through E
Routine business for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OC PPA) items A through D
Routine business for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority.
Consent Docket Item 9A
An item pulled from the consent docket for a separate vote.
Consent Docket Item 9Z
Discussion on a sidewalk project funded by ARPA, covering multiple locations including NW Expressway, May Avenue, and Villa Avenue.
Consent Docket Item 9AU
Presentation of the preliminary report for Maps 4 Youth Soccer projects at Cameron Park and South Lakes Park.
Consent Docket Items 9BA and 9BB
Annual update on Maps 4 homelessness projects by the Oklahoma City Housing Authority, detailing current projects and second allocation requests.
Remaining Consent Docket Items
All other items on the consent docket not pulled or deferred.
Concurrence Docket Items A through F
Routine concurrence docket items.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 500 South Harrah Road from R1 to RA2
Rezoning request for a property on South Harrah Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 5900 Wildwood from PUD 1842 to PUD 2016
Rezoning request for a mixed-use development on Wildwood.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 8512 Southwest 29th from R1 to PUD 2029
Rezoning request for a development on Southwest 29th Street, approved with amendments negotiated with neighbors.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 1328 East Hefner Road from R1 to PUD 2031
Rezoning request for various commercial uses on East Hefner Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 620 North Cemetery Road from PUD 1504 to PUD 2035
Rezoning request for a property on North Cemetery Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 15601 North County Line Road from R1 and AA to PUD 2037
Rezoning request for a property on North County Line Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 11605 North Morgan Road from AA to PUD 2038
Rezoning request for a property on North Morgan Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 345 West I-240 Service Road from PUD 1826 to PUD 2039
Rezoning request for a property on West I-240 Service Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 4235 Northeast 122nd from SPUD 1293 to SPUD 1651
Rezoning request for a multi-family residential development on Northeast 122nd.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 217 Northwest 150th from PUD 11136 to SPUD 1672
Rezoning request for a property on Northwest 150th.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 1612 Northeast 16th from R1 and R2 to SPUD 1676
Rezoning request to allow for-sale duplexes on Northeast 16th.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 515 Northeast 1st from PUD 11132 and DSHA to SPUD 1678 in DSH
Rezoning request for the final phase of the Hill development on Northeast 1st.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 2324 West Park Place from R2 to SPUD 1679
Rezoning request to add an accessory dwelling unit to a property on West Park Place.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Closing easements and Right of Way along North May
Closing portions of public easements and right-of-way along North May.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Closing a portion of the north-south statutory Right of Way
Closing a portion of right-of-way west of I-235 between 16th and 13th Streets.
Executive Session
To receive confidential communications regarding the case of Oklahoma County vs City of OKC.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Relating to the general schedule of fees (Chapter 60)
Amending chapter 60 of the Oklahoma City Municipal Code regarding the general schedule of fees.
Resolution: Establishing the fees for the parks facilities and amenities
Establishing fees for various park facilities and amenities.
Ordinance to be introduced: Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance
Proposed ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right in certain urban areas.
Public Hearing: Regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing on various dilapidated structures.
Public Hearing: Regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing on various unsecured structures.
Public Hearing: Regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing on various abandoned buildings.
Claims recommended for approval
Approval of various claims.