Meeting Summary
The city council meeting focused heavily on the appointment and confirmation of the new Youth Council members, with each council member introducing their ward's representatives. Several revocable permits for community events, including marathons and a triathlon, were approved. The council also addressed various zoning changes and discussed dilapidated and unsecured structures, with some items deferred for further review and action.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointments to various commissions and trusts
02:40:00Appointments to the building code commission, convention and visitors commission, Oklahoma City urban renewal Authority, and water utilities trust were approved.
Confirmation of 2024-2025 Youth Council
30:40:00The 2024-2025 Youth Council members were officially confirmed after introductions by their respective ward council members and at-large members by the mayor.
Travel expenses for US Conference of Mayors
32:00:00A resolution approving travel expenses for the mayor to attend the US Conference of Mayors fall leadership meeting in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, was approved.
Revocable permit for Fallen Heroes Half Marathon
35:00:00A revocable permit for the Fallen Heroes Half Marathon Scholarship Committee to hold their event on September 21st using the South Oklahoma River Trail was approved.
Revocable permit for Tri-OKC Riversport Challenge
38:00:00A revocable permit for the Riversport Foundation to hold the Tri-OKC Riversport Challenge from September 6th to 8th in the Boathouse District was approved.
Revocable permit for Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
42:00:00A revocable permit for Red Coyote Running and Fitness to hold the Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K on October 6th on Park between Walker and Hudson was approved.
Joint resolution for large employment site acquisition
50:00:00A joint resolution to allocate an additional $7 million in general obligation limited tax bonds for the acquisition of property for a large employment site was approved, despite concerns about its impact on local businesses.
Zoning change for 1243 West Hefner Road
55:00:00An ordinance rezoning 1243 West Hefner Road from Able A to R1 was approved.
Zoning change for 1725 South Frisco Road
59:00:00An ordinance rezoning 1725 South Frisco Road from PUD 1833 to PUD 2001 was approved.
Zoning change for 11800 Southwest 29th
01:00:00An ordinance rezoning 11800 Southwest 29th from PUD 1782 to PUD 2013 was approved.
Zoning change for 3016 East Memorial Road (Amendment)
01:03:00An amendment to section 9.18 of the master design statement related to the rezoning of 3016 East Memorial Road was approved.
Zoning change for 3016 East Memorial Road
01:04:00An ordinance rezoning 3016 East Memorial Road from C3 and O2 to PUD 2018, as amended, was approved.
Zoning change for 2811 Southeast 29th
01:05:00An ordinance rezoning 2811 Southeast 29th from R1 and P 1667 to P 2020 was approved.
Zoning change for 1443 Northwest 33rd
01:07:00An ordinance rezoning 1443 Northwest 33rd from R1 to Spud 1615 was approved.
Zoning change for 2312 Northwest 21st
01:11:00An ordinance rezoning 2312 Northwest 21st from R2 to SPD 1637 was approved.
Zoning change for 1621 North Ellison
01:12:00An ordinance rezoning 1621 North Ellison from R1, R4, and UC to Spud 1638 for multi-family residential and live-work unit development was approved.
Zoning change for 140000 Southwestern
01:13:00An ordinance rezoning 140000 Southwestern from DAA to SPD 1639 was approved.
Zoning change for 30009 Northwest 16
01:14:00An ordinance rezoning 30009 Northwest 16 from R1 to SPD 1640 to allow for an accessory dwelling unit was approved.
Zoning change for 4220 North Classen Boulevard
01:16:00An ordinance rezoning 4220 North Classen Boulevard from O2 and CBO to SPD 1642 for future commercial applications like a pharmacy or retail services was approved.
Ordinance change regarding oil and gas
01:18:00A proposed ordinance change related to oil and gas regulations was adopted after two previous meetings and a public hearing.
Resolution declaring structures dilapidated (R1)
01:29:00A resolution declaring specific structures as dilapidated was approved for items A and E.
Resolution declaring structures unsecured (S2)
01:33:00A resolution declaring specific structures as unsecured was approved for items not previously struck or deferred.
Resolution declaring buildings abandoned (T2)
01:35:00A resolution declaring specific buildings as abandoned was approved for items not previously deferred or struck.
Resolution approving fire and sales tax expenditures
01:36:00A resolution amending the June 18th, 2024 resolution, approving certain fire expenditures for fiscal year 24-25, was adopted.
Confess judgment in Johnson Kaan V. City of OKC
01:37:00A resolution authorizing the municipal counsel to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Johnson Kaan V. City of OKC was approved.
Confess judgment in Vanessa House V. City of OKC
01:38:00A resolution authorizing the municipal counsel to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Vanessa House V. City of OKC was approved.
Claims recommended for denial
01:39:00Claims recommended for denial were approved.
Claims recommended for approval
01:39:00Claims recommended for approval were approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Fallen Heroes Half Marathon
South Oklahoma River Trail, 8:00 AM. Includes 5K, 10K, and 21K races. Raises scholarship funds for dependents of fallen soldiers and airmen. Registration closes August 15th.
Tri-OKC Riversport Challenge (TORC)
Boathouse District. Three-day event including a criterium (bike race), triathlon (swimming in the whitewater facility, not the river), aqua bike, relay, 5K, and 10K.
Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
Park between Walker and Hudson, Midtown. In cooperation with Fassler Hall, benefiting Girls on the Run.
Vision Zero Plan Workshops
August 14th (4-6 PM) at Canadian Valley Technology Center (Cowan Campus, 1701 South Czech Hall Road, seminar room). August 21st (5-7 PM) at Northwest Library. August 27th (5-7 PM) at Northwest Church of Christ. Seeking public input on traffic safety.
Freedom Fiesta
Honoring the sit-ins and sanitation worker strike. Includes a story and art show (August 15th, 6 PM, Oklahoma Contemporary), concert choir (August 16th, 6 PM, Bishop Angie Smith Chapel at OCU), sit-in march and reenactment (August 17th, 9 AM, Frontline Church), and a program (August 18th, afternoon, Fifth Street Baptist Church).
East Fresh Market
Community Wellness Center on Northeast 36th and Lincoln.
Financial Matters
Additional funding for large employment site acquisition
Additional general obligation limited tax bonds allocated to purchase property for a large employment site, due to higher than anticipated property costs.
Public Comments
One citizen spoke about historical and recent instances of police brutality and the lack of accountability, particularly regarding body camera usage, drawing parallels between past and present injustices.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Zoning change for 3301 Northeast 11th (deferred for two weeks)
- Zoning change for 1500 Northeast 25th (deferred for two weeks)
- Zoning change for 1821 North MacArthur Boulevard (deferred for two weeks)
- Dilapidated structure at 2400 North Robinson (deferred for four weeks to September 10th)
- Dilapidated structure at 1213 North Page (deferred for two weeks)
- Dilapidated structure at 2300 North Lottie (deferred for two weeks)
- Unsecured structure at 35 North Treadwell Drive (deferred for four weeks to September 10th)
- Abandoned building at 1213 North Page (deferred for two weeks)
- Abandoned building at 2300 North Lottie (deferred for four weeks to September 10th)
Deadlines
- Fallen Heroes Half Marathon registration closes August 15th
Watch For
- Updates on the 2400 North Robinson property and its insurance dispute, with a meeting planned between the owner, council member, and planning staff.
- Further discussions and potential services for the resident at 35 North Treadwell Drive.
- Progress on the Vision Zero Plan workshops and community input.
Announcements
- Acknowledgement of the progress of Maps 4 sidewalks, particularly in Ward 2, improving accessibility and safety.
- Tribute to Louisa M. for her contributions to the city, including her advocacy for the animal shelter and the Kirkpatrick Foundation, suggesting her name be honored in the upcoming Maps 4 animal shelter.
- Condolences to the family of Paul Odm Jr., a South Oklahoma City legend and home builder.
- Celebration of the Freedom Fiesta, honoring the sit-ins and sanitation worker strike.
- Mention of the East Fresh Market at the Community Wellness Center.
- Public meeting at Milwood regarding community concerns, with more meetings planned.
- Council member's 42nd wedding anniversary.
Agenda Summary
Office of the Mayor - Appointments to Commissions and Trusts
Appointments to the building code commission, convention and visitors commission, Oklahoma City urban renewal Authority, and water utilities trust.
Office of the Mayor - Confirmation of 2024-2025 Youth Council
Introduction and confirmation of new Youth Council members for the upcoming term.
Office of the Mayor - Resolution approving travel expenses for Mayor
Approval of travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the US Conference of Mayors fall leadership meeting.
City Manager Reports
Claims and payroll report.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of items A and B.
Request for Uncontested Continuances
Deferrals and striking of various items related to PUDs and unsecured structures.
Revocable Permit - Fallen Heroes Half Marathon
Permit for the Fallen Heroes Half Marathon Scholarship Committee to use the South Oklahoma River Trail.
Revocable Permit - Tri-OKC Riversport Challenge
Permit for the Riversport Foundation to hold the Tri-OKC Riversport Challenge in the Boathouse District.
Revocable Permit - Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
Permit for Red Coyote Running and Fitness to hold the Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Approval of items A through P.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPA) Items
Approval of items A through F.
Consent Docket - Item AL (Amendment to Engineering Contracts)
Amendment to engineering contracts for ARPA sidewalk projects (North Villa, 30th, 19th).
Consent Docket - Item AM (Amendment to Engineering Services)
Amendment to engineering services for the Walker Avenue streetscape project.
Consent Docket - Item AN (Mutual Cooperation Agreement)
Mutual cooperation agreement with counties for street work.
Consent Docket - Item AP (2017 Geo Bond Project)
Progress on the 2017 Geo Bond project for road widening on Cemetery Road from Reno to Northwest 10th Street.
Consent Docket - Item BH (Joint Resolution for Large Employment Site)
Joint resolution to allocate additional funding for the acquisition of property for a large employment site.
Consent Docket - Item BR (Change Order for Sidewalk Project)
Change order for a sidewalk project in a historic neighborhood to incorporate color and cast iron truncated domes.
Concurrence Docket
Approval of items A through E.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1243 West Hefner Road
Rezoning from Able A to R1.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 3301 Northeast 11th
Rezoning from R1 to R2.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1500 Northeast 25th
Rezoning from R1 and HNO to R3 and HNO for affordable housing.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1725 South Frisco Road
Rezoning from PUD 1833 to PUD 2001.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 11800 Southwest 29th
Rezoning from PUD 1782 to PUD 2013.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 3016 East Memorial Road (Amendment)
Amendment to the master design statement related to the rezoning of 3016 East Memorial Road.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 3016 East Memorial Road
Rezoning from C3 and O2 to PUD 2018.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 2811 Southeast 29th
Rezoning from R1 and P 1667 to P 2020.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1443 Northwest 33rd
Rezoning from R1 to Spud 1615 for duplexes.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1821 North MacArthur Boulevard
Rezoning from R4 to SPG 1621.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 2312 Northwest 21st
Rezoning from R2 to SPD 1637.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 1621 North Ellison
Rezoning from R1, R4, and UC to Spud 1638 for multi-family residential and live-work unit development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 140000 Southwestern
Rezoning from DAA to SPD 1639.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 30009 Northwest 16
Rezoning from R1 to SPD 1640 to allow for an accessory dwelling unit.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Rezoning 4220 North Classen Boulevard
Rezoning from O2 and CBO to SPD 1642 for future commercial applications.
Ordinance Change - Oil and Gas
Proposed ordinance change related to oil and gas regulations.
Public Hearing - Ordinance Change regarding Electrical Work on City Facilities
Public hearing on a proposed ordinance change regarding electrical work on City facilities.
Public Hearing - Dilapidated Structures (R1)
Public hearing regarding various dilapidated structures.
Public Hearing - Unsecured Structures (S1)
Public hearing regarding various unsecured structures.
Public Hearing - Abandoned Buildings (T1)
Public hearing regarding various abandoned buildings.
Resolution - Approving Fire and Sales Tax Expenditures (U1)
Second meeting on a resolution proposing approval of certain fire and sales tax expenditures for fiscal year 24-25.
Resolution - Amending June 18th, 2024 Resolution (U2)
Amending the June 18th, 2024 resolution approving certain fire expenditures.
Resolution - Confess Judgment in Johnson Kaan V. City of OKC (V1)
Authorizing municipal counsel to confess judgment without admitting liability.
Resolution - Confess Judgment in Vanessa House V. City of OKC (W1)
Authorizing municipal counsel to confess judgment without admitting liability.
Executive Session - Murphy V. City of OKC (X)
Executive session to receive confidential communications from attorneys concerning the case of Murphy V. City of OKC.
Claims Recommended for Denial (Y1)
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval (Z1)
Approval of claims recommended for approval.