Meeting Summary
The City Council appointed members to the Community Public Safety Advisory Board and approved new building codes and related fees. Significant discussions included concerns over the Public Safety Advisory Board's transparency and the process for a multi-purpose stadium management agreement. The Council also approved funding for bus stop shelters and a film incentive project.
Key Decisions & Votes
Community Public Safety Advisory Board Terms
17:30A resolution was passed to amend the original resolution establishing the Community Public Safety Advisory Board, adding four-year staggered terms of office.
Community Public Safety Advisory Board Appointments
27:00The inaugural appointments to the Community Public Safety Advisory Board were approved, following extensive discussion regarding the board's structure and transparency.
MAPS 4 Bus Stop Shelters Project
57:00The first phase of the MAPS 4 project to install 140 ADA-accessible bus stop shelters was approved, with an estimated construction cost of $3.5 million.
Rezoning 2321 NW 35th for Duplex
01:06:00An ordinance was approved on final hearing to rezone 2321 Northwest 35th Street from R1 to R2, allowing for the construction of a duplex.
Rezoning 10807 SW 29th to PUD 1976
01:19:00An ordinance was approved on final hearing to rezone 10807 Southwest 29th Street from AA to PUD 1976 for a residential development, despite public concerns about density and infrastructure.
Sign Code Amendment
01:28:00An ordinance amending the city's sign code was approved, including an amendment to clarify the definition of 'on-premises sign' to include non-commercial copy.
Sign Code Fees Ordinance
01:30:00An ordinance relating to the general schedule of fees in Chapter 60 concerning the sign code was approved, with an emergency request also passing.
Film Incentive for 'Project Silence'
01:54:00A joint resolution was approved, allocating $26,129.20 for the feature film 'Project Silence' under the Strategic Investment Programs Film Incentive Program.
Clean Water State Revolving Fund Loan
01:56:00A resolution was approved authorizing a $370,000 fully forgivable loan (grant) from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to identify PFAS/PFOA sources.
Upcoming Community Events
Stockyard City St. Patrick's Day Parade
Starts at 10:00 a.m., led by the Slash O Ranch Longhorns and Grand Marshall Anita LaCava Swift. Features equestrian entries, dog groups, Irish dance performance at Rodeo Cinema, and kids' activities.
Financial Matters
Mayor's Travel Expenses
Approval of travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the US Conference of Mayors Civic IO Mayor Summit.
GO Bond Authorization (Tax-Exempt)
Introduction of resolutions for the sale of tax-exempt general obligation bonds, with proceeds funding street projects and other categories.
GO Bond Authorization (Taxable)
Introduction of resolutions for the sale of taxable general obligation bonds to support the building of a new clubhouse at the Hefner Golf Course.
MAPS 4 Bus Stop Shelters Project
Estimated construction cost for Phase 1 of the bus stop shelters project.
Film Incentive Program for 'Project Silence'
Allocation for the feature film 'Project Silence' under the Strategic Investment Programs Film Incentive Program.
Clean Water State Revolving Fund Promissory Note
Authorization for a fully forgivable loan (grant) from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to identify sources of PFAS/PFOA in the sewer system.
Public Comments
Public comments covered a range of topics including calls for a ceasefire resolution in Israel and Palestine, concerns about the transparency and effectiveness of the Community Public Safety Advisory Board, and strong opposition to a proposed amphitheater development (PUD 1983) due to potential noise pollution. Other issues raised included industrial activity in residential zones, the proliferation of marijuana dispensaries, and the accountability of the Housing Authority.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Public hearing for dilapidated structure at 709 Northeast 3rd Street (Item 11N1B) deferred to March 12th.
- Public hearing for an abandoned building (Item 11P1C) deferred to March 12th.
Deadlines
- Edmond Public Schools bond vote is today (for residents in Edmond City Limits and OKC residents in EPS district).
- GO bonds are planned to be sold on a competitive basis on March 26th.
- Final hearing for new building codes (Items 11G-K) is scheduled for February 27th.
- Public hearing for motor vehicles and traffic ordinances (Items 11L-M) is scheduled for February 27th, with final hearing on March 12th.
Watch For
- Further updates and functionality for the Community Public Safety Advisory Board website, including clear complaint submission links.
- Continued efforts to address accountability and maintenance of properties by the Housing Authority.
- Future discussions and votes on PUD 1983 (Sunset Amphitheater) regarding noise and development impact.
Announcements
- February 2024 is proclaimed Allied Arts Month in Oklahoma City.
- Master Sergeant Michael Alaman was recognized as the February 2024 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month.
- Lauren Dial was recognized as the February 2024 Teacher of the Month by Edmond Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
- Oklahoma City is ranked the number one city for lowest cost of living among large cities (exceeding 500,000 people), with an index of 85.1, 14.9 points below the national average.
- Councilwoman Nice attended a Black History Month celebration at the Capitol and highlighted the work of the Oklahoma Legislative Black Caucus.
- Happy Black History Month was extended to all residents, with a historical note on segregation in Oklahoma City.
Agenda Summary
Office of the Mayor - Recognitions: Allied Arts Month Proclamation
Proclamation recognizing February 2024 as Allied Arts Month in Oklahoma City, highlighting its contribution to economic development, quality of life, and youth arts education.
Office of the Mayor - Recognitions: Master Sergeant Michael Alaman
Resolution commending Master Sergeant Michael Alaman as the February 2024 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month for his work with the Youth Enrichment Services Unit.
Office of the Mayor - Recognitions: Lauren Dial
Resolution recognizing Lauren Dial as the February 2024 Teacher of the Month by Edmond Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
Item 3C: Resolution amending August resolution for Community Public Safety Advisory Board
Resolution amending the August resolution that established the Community Public Safety Advisory Board to include four-year staggered terms of office.
Item 3D: Appointments to Community Public Safety Advisory Board
Appointments of inaugural members to the Community Public Safety Advisory Board.
Items 3E & F: Appointments to Building Code Board of Appeals and Plumbing Code Review and Appeals Commission
Appointments to the Building Code Board of Appeals and the Plumbing Code Review and Appeals Commission.
Item 3G: Resolution approving Mayor's travel expenses
Resolution approving travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the US Conference of Mayors Civic IO Mayor Summit at South by Southwest in Austin, March 7th through 10th.
Item 5A: Convention Visitors Bureau FY2024 Second Quarter Report
Presentation of the Convention Visitors Bureau fiscal year 2024 second quarter report.
Item 5B: Claims as payroll
City Manager report on claims as payroll.
Items 6A & B: Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the Journal of Council Proceedings.
Item 7: Request for Uncontested Continuances
Several items related to dilapidated and unsecured structures were stricken from the agenda or deferred for re-notification.
Item 8A: Revocable right-of-way use permit for Stockyard City St. Patrick's Day Parade
Approval of a revocable right-of-way use permit with Stockyard City Main Street to hold the St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 16th.
OC MFA Items A through I
Various items on the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority agenda.
OC PPA Item B: Management agreement for multi-purpose stadium
Approval of a management agreement for the multi-purpose stadium.
OC PPA Items A and C
Various items on the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority agenda.
Consent Docket Item A
An item from the consent docket pulled for a separate vote.
Consent Docket Item T
Discussion regarding an ongoing issue with a bridge, noting it is in use with scaffolding and near completion.
Consent Docket Item AG
Discussion regarding a proposal to advertise for a public relations firm to work with the Public Safety Partnership group.
Consent Docket Items AI, AJ, AK, AL: General Obligation Bond Program
Introduction of resolutions and ordinances for the sale of $110.22 million in tax-exempt GO bonds (for street projects and other categories) and $1.28 million in taxable GO bonds (for Hefner Golf Course clubhouse).
Consent Docket Item AU: MAPS 4 Bus Stop Shelters Project
Approval of the first phase of the MAPS 4 project to install 140 ADA-accessible bus stop shelters with lighting and concrete pads.
Consent Docket Item BA
An item from the consent docket pulled for a separate vote.
Remainder of Consent Docket
Approval of the remaining items on the consent docket not previously considered.
Concurrence Docket Item J
An item from the concurrence docket pulled for a separate vote.
Concurrence Docket Items A through I
Approval of the remaining items on the concurrence docket.
Item 11A: Rezoning 2321 NW 35th from R1 to R2
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone 2321 Northwest 35th Street from R1 to R2 to allow for the construction of a duplex.
Item 11B: Rezoning 10807 SW 29th from AA to PUD 1976
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone 10807 Southwest 29th Street from AA to PUD 1976 for a residential development.
Item 11C: Closing a portion of NW 65th Street right-of-way
Ordinance on final hearing to close a portion of Northwest 65th Street right-of-way, west of Chartel and south of 66th, to facilitate a previously approved multi-family development.
Item 11D: Closing alley in Highland Edition
Ordinance on final hearing to close an alley in the Highland Edition near Broadway Extension and Northwest 85th Street, as cleanup work for the Unison project.
Item 11E: Ordinance amending the sign code
Ordinance on final hearing to amend the city's sign code, including an amendment to clarify the definition of 'on-premises sign'.
Item 11F: Ordinance relating to fees in Chapter 60 for sign code
Ordinance on final hearing relating to the general schedule of fees in Chapter 60 of the city code, specifically concerning the sign code.
Item 11G1: Ordinance relating to the building code
Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, relating to the building code.
Item 11G2: Resolution declaring need for International Building Code adoption
Resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Building Code.
Item 11G3: Resolution declaring need for International Existing Building Code adoption
Resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Existing Building Code.
Item 11G4: Resolution declaring need for International Residential Code adoption
Resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Residential Code for one and two-family dwellings.
Item 11H1: Ordinance relating to fire prevention and protection regulations
Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, relating to fire prevention and protection regulations.
Item 11H2: Resolution declaring need for International Fire Code adoption
Resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Fire Code.
Item 11I1: Ordinance relating to the mechanical code
Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, relating to the mechanical code.
Item 11I2: Resolution declaring need for International Mechanical Code adoption
Resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Mechanical Code.
Item 11I3: Resolution declaring need for International Fuel Gas Code adoption
Resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Fuel Gas Code.
Item 11J1: Ordinance relating to plumbing and the plumbing code
Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, relating to plumbing and the plumbing code.
Item 11J2: Resolution declaring need for International Plumbing Code adoption
Resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Plumbing Code.
Item 11K: Ordinance relating to General schedule of fees for appeals boards
Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing on February 27th, relating to the general schedule of fees for the building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical board of appeals.
Item 11L: Ordinance relating to motor vehicles and traffic (administrative left turns)
Ordinance to be introduced, set for public hearing February 27th and final hearing March 12th, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, specifically allowing administrative action for left turns.
Item 11M: Ordinance relating to motor vehicles and traffic (Juneteenth, streetcar, parking)
Ordinance to be introduced, set for public hearing February 27th and final hearing March 12th, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, adding Juneteenth as a holiday, establishing a streetcar safety envelope, and introducing on-street parking standards.
Item 11N1B: Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structure at 709 Northeast 3rd Street
Public hearing regarding the dilapidated structure at 709 Northeast 3rd Street, with a request for deferral to allow for roof repairs.
Item 11N2: Resolution declaring structures dilapidated
Resolution declaring other listed structures as dilapidated.
Item 11O1: Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing regarding listed unsecured structures.
Item 11O2: Resolution declaring structures unsecured
Resolution declaring listed structures as unsecured.
Item 11P1C: Public Hearing regarding abandoned building
Public hearing regarding an abandoned building, with a request for deferral.
Item 11P2: Resolution declaring buildings abandoned
Resolution declaring other listed buildings as abandoned.
Item 11Q: Joint resolution for Keep Quiet Movie LLC's 'Project Silence'
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust certifying 'Project Silence' as an eligible project under the Strategic Investment Programs Film Incentive Program.
Item 11R: Resolution for Clean Water State Revolving Fund Promissory Note
Resolution authorizing the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust to issue and sell a Clean Water State Revolving Fund promissory note to the OW RB for PFAS/PFOA source identification.
Item 11S1: Resolution authorizing municipal counselor to confess judgment (C BV city of OKC)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of C BV city of OKC.
Item 11T1: Resolution authorizing municipal counselor to confess judgment (Kensaw Woodson and minor child versus city of OKC)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Kensaw Woodson and minor child versus city of OKC.
Item 11U1: Joint resolution for legal representation (Bobo V city of OKC)
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing a firm to represent City employee Rebecca Fry in the case of Bobo V city of OKC.
Item 11V1: Claims recommended for approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval.