Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a 180-day moratorium on new home sharing applications to address density concerns while a new ordinance is being considered. Several rezoning requests were approved, facilitating new housing and commercial developments. The council also received updates on the Maps 4 Diversion Hub project and the use of Maps 3 funds for Riversport improvements. Public comments primarily focused on the Gaza ceasefire and local homeless encampments.
Key Decisions & Votes
Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation
04:00The Mayor proclaimed July 2024 as Parks and Recreation Month in Oklahoma City, recognizing the department's vital role and contributions.
City Employee of the Month Recognition
08:00Arlene Vogal was recognized as the July 2024 South Oklahoma City Kanana Club Employee of the Month for her dedication and service in the Utilities Department.
Appointments to Commissions
10:00Appointments were approved for the Bond Advisory, Civic Center, Convention and Visitors Commission, Housing Authority, Mary Gardens Foundation, and Planning Commission.
180-Day Moratorium on Home Sharing Applications
11:40An ordinance was approved and adopted with an emergency clause, establishing a 180-day moratorium on new applications for home sharing special exceptions, specifically targeting non-owner occupied dwellings to address density concerns.
Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structure
47:00A resolution was approved declaring a listed structure as dilapidated following a public hearing with no speakers.
Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures
47:40A resolution was approved declaring listed structures as unsecured following a public hearing with no speakers.
Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings
48:20A resolution was approved declaring listed buildings as abandoned following a public hearing with no speakers.
Settlement Agreement with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
48:50A settlement agreement with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company was approved.
Settlement Agreement (Item 11v)
49:10A settlement agreement was approved after the council recessed into executive session, with the Mayor recusing himself from the vote.
Upcoming Community Events
RiverBowl Classic
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Riversport, hosted by Oklahoma City Black Alumni Coalition, featuring kayak and dragon boat races, DJ, and food trucks.
ROF Fest
Happening at the river, part of USA events, included a 'Twister' movie screening in the river basin.
Financial Matters
Maps 3 Convention Center Budget Project MC Z-0749
Transfer of $3,685,826 from excess funds for Riversport improvements, including a feasibility study for the entire area and revisions to the Whitewater facility's Unistrut system.
Maps 4 Diversion Hub Project
Approval of plans and specifications for the Diversion Hub facility. Total construction budget of $14,234,400, with an estimated construction cost of $13,946,000. Land acquisition funded by Arnell Community Funds.
City Rescue Mission Grant
City Rescue Mission received a grant from the Arnell Community Fund for the Hope Lives Here housing program.
Public Comments
Public comments included three speakers advocating for a ceasefire resolution in Gaza, citing humanitarian concerns, international law, and the impact on children. Two other speakers addressed concerns about a growing homeless encampment at 44th and I35, detailing its negative impact on local businesses and customer safety.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Rezoning 11145 South Sunny Lane Road (Item 11e) deferred for two weeks.
- Rezoning 1821 North MacArthur (Item 11f) deferred for two weeks.
Deadlines
- Air Service incentive public hearing: July 30th
- Air Service incentive final consideration: August 13th
- RiverBowl Classic: August 3rd, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Diversion Hub project bidding: Tomorrow (July 10th)
- Diversion Hub project bids collected: August
- Diversion Hub project contract award: September
- Diversion Hub project construction start: September
- Oil and gas ordinance public hearing: July 30th
- Oil and gas ordinance potential final hearing: August 13th
Watch For
- Recommendations from Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment on the new home sharing ordinance.
- Further updates on the oil and gas ordinance amendments.
Announcements
- July 2024 proclaimed as Parks and Recreation Month in Oklahoma City.
- Arlene Vogal recognized as July 2024 South Oklahoma City Kanana Club Employee of the Month.
- Embark Bus Rapid Transit has achieved over 250,000 trips.
- First Maps 4 sidewalks construction has begun in Jefferson Park, connecting Uptown, Poo, and Asian Districts.
- Medallions acknowledging Maps 4 will be incorporated into new sidewalks and bus stops.
- Congratulations to Councilwoman Nice on her recent Senator-elect status.
- Happy Birthday to Councilwoman Hammond.
- An advanced screening of the movie 'Twisters' was held, highlighting local film industry success.
- Councilman Cooper shared his experience as Grand Marshall for Downtown Pride, emphasizing the importance of validating human existence and representation.
- The Earlywine Golf Course ribbon cutting took place, celebrating its new beauty.
- Congratulations to the City of Norman for the election of Councilman Nice's son as Ward 6 City Councilman.
- Happy 104th Birthday to Mr. Clyde Houston, a World War II Army veteran and Negro League Baseball player.
- Commendation to the Solid Waste Department for their double duty in picking up trash, bulky waste, and storm-related trees.
- ROF Fest is currently happening at the river, including a 'Twister' movie screening in the river basin.
- The Delta Sigma Theta 51st Charismatic and Courageous Central Regional Conference, the largest in its history, was successfully hosted in Oklahoma City, bringing nearly 1,000 black women to the city.
- Oklahoma City was recognized as the 'best run large city in the United States' based on financial stability, education, health, safety, economy, and infrastructure.
- City Rescue Mission received a $1 million+ grant from the Arnell Community Fund for its Hope Lives Here housing program.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Pastor Roy Montgomery and Connor Joseph.
Proclamation: Parks and Recreation Month
Proclaiming July 2024 as Parks and Recreation Month in Oklahoma City.
Resolution: City Employee of the Month
Recognizing Arlene Vogal as the July 2024 South Oklahoma City Kanana Club Employee of the Month.
Appointments to various commissions
Appointments to Bond Advisory, Civic Center, Convention and Visitors Commission, Housing Authority, Mary Gardens Foundation, and Planning Commission.
Item 4a: Public Hearing on Ordinance
Public hearing on an ordinance introduced at the last meeting.
Item 4b: Ordinance for 180-day moratorium on home sharing applications
Declaring a 180-day moratorium on the acceptance of new applications for home sharing special exceptions.
Item 4b: Emergency Adoption of Moratorium Ordinance
Adopting the 180-day moratorium on home sharing applications with an emergency clause.
Item 5: City Manager Reports
Reports on claims and payroll, available at okc.gov.
Item 6a, 6b: Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the journal of council proceedings.
Item 7: Request for Uncontested Continuances
Various items related to unsecured structures and abandoned buildings.
Item 8a: Revocable Permit with Riverport Foundation
For the RiverBowl Classic event on August 3rd.
OC MFA Items a-h
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority docket items.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Items a-d
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority docket items.
Item 9C: Consent Docket Item
An item pulled from the consent docket for a separate vote.
Item 9AV: Maps 3 Convention Center Funds for Riversport Improvements
Information regarding the transfer of funds for Riversport facility improvements and master planning.
Item 9BV: Air Service Incentive
Restated item for public hearing on July 30th and final consideration on August 13th.
Item 9CK: Maps 4 Diversion Hub Project
Presentation and approval of plans and specifications for the Diversion Hub facility.
Item 9CZ: Consent Docket Item
An item pulled from the consent docket for a separate vote.
Remainder of Consent Docket
Adoption of the remaining items on the consent docket.
Item 10: Concurrent Docket
No items on the concurrent docket.
Item 11a: Rezoning 15729 Greenwood Circle
Rezoning from AA to R1.
Item 11b: Rezoning 7475 Southwest 15
Rezoning from R1 residential and SRO to I2 moderate and SRO.
Item 11c: Rezoning 14700 Mesaluna Avenue
Rezoning from PUD 1961 to PUD 2011 for a duplex development.
Item 11d: Rezoning 1228 Northwest 48
Rezoning from SPD 680 to SPD 16117 for duplex development.
Item 11e: Rezoning 11145 South Sunny Lane Road
Rezoning from AA to SPD 169 for a motorcycle training facility.
Item 11f: Rezoning 1821 North MacArthur
Rezoning from R4 to 1621.
Item 11g: Rezoning 10525 Southwest 29
Rezoning from R1 and PUD 1149 to SPD 1622 for a credit union.
Item 11h: Rezoning 1147 Northwest 41st
Rezoning from R1 to SPD 1624.
Item 11i: Rezoning 4127 Northwest 36
Rezoning from R1 and O2 to SPD 1626 for a beef jerky manufacturing facility.
Item 11j: Rezoning 13010 West Reno
Rezoning from C3 and PUD 1086 to SPD 1627.
Item 11k: Rezoning 1231 Northwest 33rd
Rezoning from R1 to SPD 1628 to legalize an existing multi-family structure.
Item 11l: Cleanup Ordinance
Ordinance to bring city ordinances into compliance with state and federal law.
Item 11m: Ordinance to amend city ordinances for oil and gas regulations
To make city ordinances consistent with State Statute regarding oil and gas regulations.
Item 11n: Public Hearing on Design Review Committees
Public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance consolidating design review committees.
Item 11o: Public Hearing on Design Review Committees (different part)
Public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance consolidating design review committees (different part).
Item 11p: Public Hearing on Dilapidated Structure
Public hearing regarding a dilapidated structure.
Item 11p2: Resolution Declaring Structure Dilapidated
Declaring the structure listed in Item 11p as dilapidated.
Item 11q1: Public Hearing on Unsecured Structures
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures.
Item 11q2: Resolution Declaring Structures Unsecured
Declaring the structures listed in Item 11q1 as unsecured.
Item 11r1: Public Hearing on Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings.
Item 11r2: Resolution Declaring Buildings Abandoned
Declaring the buildings listed in Item 11r1 as abandoned.
Item 11s1 and 11s2
Items previously struck from the agenda.
Item 11t1: Settlement Agreement with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
Settlement agreement with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company.
Item 11u
Item previously struck from the agenda.
Item 11v: Settlement Agreement
Settlement agreement (Mayor recused).
Item 11w: Claims Recommended for Denial
Claims recommended for denial.