Meeting Summary
The City Council denied a controversial PUD for a proposed amphitheater in Ward 3, citing overwhelming community opposition regarding noise and traffic impacts. A significant transfer of $78 million from Maps 4 Paycom Arena projects to the new Arena was approved, a decision that raised concerns about public oversight. Additionally, several housing and development projects were approved, including an affordable housing allocation and a multi-family development in a historic district after extensive community engagement.
Key Decisions & Votes
Amphitheater PUD Denial
1:30:00The City Council denied PUD 1983, which sought to rezone property for an amphitheater at 810 South John Kirkpatrick Turnpike. The decision followed extensive public protest regarding noise, traffic, and impact on the established residential community.
Maps 4 Arena Funding Transfer
2:20:00A resolution was approved to amend the Maps 4 implementation plan, transferring $78 million from Paycom Arena projects to fund the new Arena. This decision was met with concerns about the lack of Maps 4 committee oversight for such a large sum.
Upcoming Community Events
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Proclaimed in Oklahoma City, with efforts from Parent Promise and other organizations.
Walk MS Oklahoma City
Will Rogers District, starting at Will Rogers Ferris Wheel. One-mile and three-mile walks on the River Trail.
Dia del Nino Children's Day
Southwest 29th Street, hosted by Southwest 29th District Association.
OKC Police Foundation Blue Night Gala
Honored officers Brunette and Shean for exceptional work.
OKC Zoo Expedition Africa Ribbon Cutting
New exhibit at the Oklahoma City Zoo, featuring giraffes and a Baobab tree art piece.
Metropolitan Library System Author/Poet Event
Featured author and poet Kwame Alexander at Douglas High School.
Solar Eclipse Viewing
City Hall lawn, OCU campus. Community viewing with special glasses and themed music.
80th Simultaneous Revival
Community event bringing economic impact to the city.
Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking
Largest housing addition to date in Ward 1, planning 450 new homes.
Financial Matters
HOME Investment Partnership Program Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Funds
Funding for Neighborhood Housing Services to build two three-bedroom, two-bath affordable homes (approx. 1300 sq ft) in the Culbertson's East Highland neighborhood.
The Alley in Project Affordable Housing Allocation
Resolution to set a public hearing and final consideration for a $2 million allocation for affordable housing dollars to The Alley in Project, a 214-unit development at 4th and Gaylord.
Maps 4 Long Range Plan Grant
Grant received through ACOG for Embark's long-range plan, to be used for analyzing bus routes and related work.
Maps 4 Arena Funding Transfer
Amendment to the Maps 4 implementation plan to move $78 million from Paycom Arena projects to fund the new Arena project.
Oklahoma City Film Incentive Program - Project High Plains
5% rebate allocation for 'Project High Plains,' a $6.7 million feature film, based on projected expenditures of $4.7 million in the OKC metro area.
Public Comments
Five citizens spoke during the 'Citizens to be Heard' section. One speaker addressed gun control and public safety. The remaining four speakers focused on the conflict in Gaza, condemning the violence, calling for a permanent ceasefire, and criticizing council members for perceived inaction or support of Israel. Themes included the humanitarian crisis, child casualties, the role of US funding, and the impact of the conflict on local communities.
Coming Up
Tabled
- PUD 1979 (Item 11C) deferred to April 23rd.
Deadlines
- April 13th: Councilwoman Barbara Peck begins service as Vice Mayor.
- April 16th, 6:30-8:00 PM: Community meeting for Classen Corridor TIF at OCU Homsy Hall Room 100.
- June 20th-23rd: US Conference of Mayors annual meeting in Kansas City (Mayor's attendance).
- Next week: Black Maternal Health Week.
Watch For
- Future public meetings for the Switzer Park Master Plan.
- Further discussions on the single Maps 4 Crisis Center location and system-wide approach.
- General Obligation Bond election next year, with focus on housing and economic tools.
- Development code update, addressing historic preservation guidelines consistency.
- Potential repurposing of Hillcrest Hospital at 59th and Penn for mental health services.
- Future ceasefire resolution to come across council desks.
Announcements
- Tim Arnold recognized as April 2024 Employee of the Month for his dedication and service as a Paratransit operator.
- Lisa EML Ingram recognized as April 2024 Teacher of the Month for her 30 years of service at Wheeler Middle School.
- Councilwoman Barbara Peck appointed as Vice Mayor for a six-month term starting April 13th.
- OKC Police Foundation Blue Night Gala on March 30th honored exceptional work of the Oklahoma City Police Department.
- Santa Fe Schools and Chris Brewster presented on developments at Crossroads Mall.
- Oklahoma City Zoo celebrated the ribbon cutting of Expedition Africa, featuring a Baobab tree art piece.
- Restore OKC and Northeast Renaissance assisted a resident with roof repair, leading to a dilapidated structure item being stricken from the agenda.
- Metropolitan Library System hosted author and poet Kwame Alexander at Douglas High School.
- City Hall staff and OCU students/faculty gathered for a community viewing of the solar eclipse on April 8th.
- Black Maternal Health Week to be observed next week, highlighting disparities in maternal mortality rates for African American women.
- 80th Simultaneous Revival celebrated in the community, bringing economic impact.
- New mural by Carlos Barbosa unveiled at Northeast 16th and Martin Luther King, paying homage to past leaders and reflecting the city's future.
- Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, Delta Beta Sigma chapter, and Community Health Centers of Oklahoma honored a council member with an award.
- Habitat for Humanity held a groundbreaking for its largest housing addition to date in Ward 1, planning 450 new homes.
- Langston University basketball team played in the championship game.
Agenda Summary
Office of the Mayor - Proclamation: Child Abuse Prevention Month
Reading of a proclamation declaring April 2024 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Oklahoma City.
Office of the Mayor - Resolution: Employee of the Month (Tim Arnold)
Recognizing Tim Arnold as the April 2024 Employee of the Month for his dedication and service as a Paratransit operator.
Office of the Mayor - Resolution: Teacher of the Month (Lisa EML Ingram)
Recognizing Lisa EML Ingram as the April 2024 Teacher of the Month for her 30 years of teaching at Wheeler Middle School.
3C - Resolution: Appointment of Vice Mayor
Appointing Councilwoman Barbara Peck as Vice Mayor for the six-month period beginning April 13th.
3D - Resolution: Mayor's Expenses for US Conference of Mayors Annual Meeting
Approving the Mayor's expenses to attend the US Conference of Mayors annual meeting in Kansas City, June 20-23.
4A - Ordinance Introduction: Urban Farming in Design Districts
Ordinance introduced by Council members Hammond and Nice to allow urban farming and community gardens as conditional uses in certain design districts, referred to committees.
City Manager Reports - Claims and Payroll
Information on claims and payroll.
City Manager Reports - ARPA Funding Status Update
Status update on the city's ARPA funding program.
6A & 6B - Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the Journal of Council Proceedings.
7 - Request for Uncontested Continuances (PUD 1979)
Request to defer PUD 1979 to April 23rd.
7 - Request for Uncontested Continuances (Dilapidated Structures)
Several items related to dilapidated structures (11P1 B, D, E) were stricken from the agenda.
7 - Request for Uncontested Continuances (Unsecured Structures)
Several items related to unsecured structures (11Q1 C, F) were stricken from the agenda.
7 - Request for Uncontested Continuances (Abandoned Buildings)
Several items related to abandoned buildings (11R1 B, D, E) were stricken from the agenda.
8A - Revocable Permit: National MS Society Walk MS Oklahoma City
Permit for the annual Walk MS Oklahoma City event on May 18th in the Will Rogers District.
8B - Revocable Permit: SW 29th District Association Dia del Nino Children's Day
Permit for the Dia del Nino Children's Day event on April 21st on Southwest 29th Street.
OCMFA Items A-F
Various items for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.
OCPPA Items A-B
Various items for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority.
Consent Docket - AG: HOME Investment Partnership Program
Discussion on funding for Neighborhood Housing Services to build two affordable homes in Culbertson's East Highland.
Consent Docket - AQ: Historic Britton District Streetscape
Discussion on an amendment to add landscaping to the Historic Britton District streetscape project, with construction underway.
Consent Docket - AR: Switzer Park Master Plan
Discussion on awarding a consultant contract for the Switzer Park Master Plan, including public meetings and trail connections.
Consent Docket - BI: The Alley in Project Affordable Housing Allocation
Discussion on a resolution to set a public hearing for a $2 million allocation for affordable housing to The Alley in Project (214 units).
Consent Docket - BT: Maps 4 Long Range Plan Grant
Discussion on a grant for Embark's long-range plan as part of Maps 4.
Consent Docket - BU: Maps 4 Senior Wellness Center Operator
Discussion on the operator for the fifth Maps 4 Senior Wellness Center.
Consent Docket - BV: Maps 4 Crisis Centers Architectural Services
Discussion on an architectural services contract for SA Studios for Maps 4 crisis centers.
Consent Docket - BY: Maps 4 Sidewalks Phase 1A
Discussion on the first Maps 4 sidewalks project, focusing on connecting missing pedestrian areas.
Consent Docket - CA: Maps 3 Senior Wellness Center Change Order
Discussion on a change order for the Southwestern Senior Wellness Center, nearing completion.
Consent Docket - CB: Maps 4 Bike Lanes
Discussion on a preliminary report for the first Maps 4 bike lanes, part of the Crosstown Connection.
Consent Docket
Adoption of the consent docket.
10A-X - Concurrence Docket
Approval of the concurrence docket.
11A - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 1551 N Rockwell (PUD 1979)
Rezoning 1551 North Rockwell from PD300 to C3.
11B - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 9400 Broadway Extension (PUD 1949)
Rezoning 9400 Broadway Extension from O2 and SPUD 11166 to PUD 1949, allowing commercial development and a billboard.
11D - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 810 S John Kirkpatrick Turnpike (PUD 1983)
Rezoning 810 South John Kirkpatrick Turnpike from AA and PUD 1628 to PUD 1983 for a proposed amphitheater.
11E - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 16400 N Mustang Road (PUD 1992)
Rezoning 16400 North Mustang Road from AA to PUD 1992.
11F1 - Amendment to Master Design Statement: 408 NW 30th (SPUD 1581)
Amendment to the master design statement for SPUD 1581 at 408 Northwest 30th Street.
11F2 - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 408 NW 30th (SPUD 1581)
Rezoning 408 Northwest 30th Street from R2, HL, and UC to SPUD 1581, HL, and UC for a multi-family development.
11V - Resolution: Maps 4 Implementation Plan Amendment (Crisis Centers)
Amending the Maps 4 implementation plan to combine two proposed crisis centers into a single facility.
11W - Resolution: Maps 4 Implementation Plan Amendment (Arena Funding)
Amending the Maps 4 implementation plan to transfer $78 million from Paycom Arena projects to the new Arena project.
11G - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 1841 Exchange (SPUD 1593)
Rezoning 1841 Exchange for Lilyfield nonprofit expansion, adding uses and parking.
11H - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 1624 NW 17th Street (SPUD 1596)
Rezoning 1624 Northwest 17th Street for a 7-unit infill development, restoring front yard and adding porches.
11I - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 2027 NW 16th Street (SPUD 1599)
Rezoning 2027 Northwest 16th Street from R1 single family to UC Urban Conservation Overlay Districts, allowing an accessory dwelling unit.
11J - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 4310 S Shields Boulevard (SPUD 1600)
Rezoning 4310 South Shields Boulevard.
11K - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 2821 NW 11th Street (SPUD 1601)
Rezoning 2821 Northwest 11th Street from R1, allowing an accessory dwelling unit.
11L - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 1016 NW 67th Street (SPUD 1602)
Rezoning 1016 Northwest 67th Street for a multi-family development.
11M - Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 3023 S Clerton Avenue (SPUD 1603)
Rezoning 3023 South Clerton Avenue, allowing an accessory dwelling unit.
11N - Ordinance Introduction: Updated Development Water and Sewer System Standards
Introduction of an ordinance to update the city's development water and sewer system standards, not updated since 2006.
11O - Public Hearing: Motor Vehicles and Traffic Amending Chapter 32
Public hearing regarding an ordinance related to motor vehicles and traffic, amending Chapter 32.
11P1 - Public Hearing: Dilapidated Structures (Stricken Items)
Public hearing regarding several dilapidated structures that were previously stricken from the agenda.
11P2 - Resolution: Declaring Structures Dilapidated
Resolution declaring certain structures as dilapidated.
11Q1 - Public Hearing: Unsecured Structures (Stricken Items)
Public hearing regarding several unsecured structures that were previously stricken from the agenda.
11Q2 - Resolution: Declaring Structures Unsecured
Resolution declaring certain structures as unsecured.
11R1 - Public Hearing: Abandoned Buildings (Stricken Items)
Public hearing regarding several abandoned buildings that were previously stricken from the agenda.
11R2 - Resolution: Declaring Buildings Abandoned
Resolution declaring certain buildings as abandoned.
11S - Public Hearing: Declaring City-Owned Property Surplus
Public hearing regarding a resolution declaring city-owned property adjacent to 3301 Southwest 17th Street in surplus and abandoned for park purposes (second of three meetings).
11T - Resolution: Declaring Real Property Surplus Park Purposes
Resolution declaring approximately 0.1233 acres of real property located at Northeast 63rd Street and Kelly as surplus for park purposes (third meeting).
11U - Joint Resolution: Oklahoma City Film Incentive Program (Project High Plains)
Joint resolution with the OKC Economic Development Trust for a 5% film incentive rebate for 'Project High Plains,' a $6.7 million feature film.