Meeting Summary
The City Council recognized Dr. Allison Haley as Employee of the Month for her leadership during a canine flu outbreak at the Animal Welfare division. Key decisions included the introduction of an ordinance to amend Planning Commission membership requirements and the approval of a $4.2 million TIF allocation for the Harlow project. Several rezoning requests were approved, while a contentious gas station rezoning was deferred for further discussion with residents.
Key Decisions & Votes
Employee of the Month Resolution
04:00Resolution commending Dr. Allison Haley for her dedication and leadership at the Animal Welfare division.
Board and Commission Appointments
06:00Approval of appointments to 15 different city boards and commissions.
Planning Commission Membership Ordinance Change
12:00An ordinance was introduced to remove the requirement for an Urban Design Commission member to serve on the Planning Commission.
Journal of Council Proceedings
15:00Approval of the minutes from previous council proceedings.
Uncontested Continuances
15:30Approval of deferrals and strikes for various agenda items, including ordinance 11L and several unsecured structures/abandoned buildings.
OCMFA Agenda Items A-H, L
20:00Approval of a grouping of items on the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority agenda.
OCMFA Agenda Items I1, J1, K1
20:30Approval of a specific grouping of items on the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority agenda.
OCPPA Agenda Items A-C
21:00Approval of all items on the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority agenda.
Consent Docket
21:30Approval of all items on the consent docket.
Rezoning 1422 NW 115th (R1 to R2)
36:00Final hearing and approval for rezoning to allow for a duplex.
Rezoning 11109 Northwestern (R1 to PUD 1492)
37:00Final hearing and approval for rezoning.
Rezoning 16160 North Morgan Road (AA to PUD 1951)
52:00Final hearing and approval for rezoning to add an indoor gymnasium to an existing building.
Rezoning 1500 NW 16th (R1 to Spud 1515)
53:00Final hearing and approval for rezoning to increase density within the core.
Rezoning 2008 North Portland (PUD 610 to Spud 1526)
54:00Final hearing and approval for straightforward commercial use rezoning.
Rezoning 2041 Southeast 44th (I-1 to Spud 1527)
55:00Final hearing and approval for rezoning to allow a business to operate.
Rezoning 3514 North MacArthur (C3 to Spud 1528)
56:00Final hearing and approval for rezoning to allow the Zodiac Club to relocate.
Rezoning 2020 Northwest 23rd Street (R1 and Gatewood Urban Conservation Overlay District to Spud 1529 and Gatewood Urban Conservation District)
1:00:00Final hearing and approval for rezoning.
Closing Easement near 50th and May
1:01:00Final hearing and approval to close an old ODOT easement to facilitate commercial development with improved pedestrian access.
Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structures
1:07:30Resolution declaring listed structures as dilapidated.
Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures
1:08:00Resolution declaring listed structures as unsecured.
Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings
1:08:30Resolution declaring listed buildings as abandoned.
Harlow Project TIF Allocation
1:09:00Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving a $4.2 million TIF allocation for the Harlow project.
Surplus Property near SE 22nd Street and Eastern Avenue
1:12:00Resolution declaring approximately 11.2 acres of real property as surplus for park purposes and approving a real estate sales agreement.
Legal Representation in Baylor v. six unknown officers
1:12:30Joint resolution authorizing Colin Zorn and Wagner to represent city employees.
Legal Representation in Long v. City of OKC
1:13:00Joint resolution authorizing Colin Zorn and Wagner to represent city employees.
Legal Representation in Antwine v. OCPD
1:13:30Joint resolution authorizing Colin Zorn and Wagner to represent a city employee.
Claim Approval
1:15:00Approval of a recommended claim.
Upcoming Community Events
OKC Beautiful Litter Blitz
8:30 AM at South Rotary Park
Period OKC Back to School Menstrual Product Packing
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MAPS 4 Parks Conversation
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Willie D. Johnson Recreation Center
Placekeepers Minority Developers Conference
Financial Matters
Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant
The city was successful in securing an $800,000 federal grant with a $200,000 match for a Vision Zero plan to improve street safety.
Professional Services Agreement with Paseo Arts Association
Continued funding support for the Paseo Arts Association, which has helped the district grow over the years.
Harlow Project Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Allocation
Approval of an allocation from Tax Increment District number D's assistance and development financing budget in support of the Harlow project.
Public Comments
Public comments covered a range of topics including concerns about urban sprawl, the environmental and safety impacts of a proposed gas station near residential areas and a school, the need for more ADA-accessible and affordable housing, and issues with traffic and infrastructure. There was also support for district associations and appreciation for city initiatives like the Vision Zero Grant and new recreation center.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Resolution commending retired Oklahoma City police officers (Item 4a) deferred to August 15th.
- Ordinance 11a (Rezoning 1304 NE 14th) deferred for two more weeks.
- Ordinance 11d (Rezoning 3622 NW 192nd Street) deferred to August 1st.
- Item 11l (Uniformed retired officer uniform allowance ordinance) deferred to August 15th.
Watch For
- Public hearing for the Planning Commission ordinance change on August 1st, with a potential final hearing on August 15th.
- OKC Beautiful Litter Blitz campaign on July 22nd at South Rotary Park.
- Period OKC Back to School Menstrual Product Packing volunteer event on July 29th.
- MAPS 4 Parks conversation at the Willie D. Johnson Recreation Center on July 27th from 4-6 PM.
- Placekeepers Minority Developers Conference from July 27th-29th.
Announcements
- Dr. Allison Haley was recognized as the July 2023 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month for her work at the Animal Welfare division.
- The Willie D. Johnson Recreation Center in Northeast Oklahoma City has officially opened, marking the first new recreation center built by the city in 40 years.
- Updates were provided on the progress of the Paseo streetscape project and the Classen BRT sidewalks, highlighting improved walkability and ADA accessibility.
- Animal Welfare successfully trapped, spayed, and neutered feral cats in the Harlow cul-de-sac area, addressing a resident's concern.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Pastor Jason Warner and Xander Wickstrom.
Presentation: Employee of the Month
Recognition of Dr. Allison Haley, Lead Veterinarian in the Animal Welfare division, for her exceptional service during a canine flu outbreak.
Appointments to various boards and commissions (Items B-P)
Appointments to the Board of Health, Civic Center Foundation, Electrical Code Review, IMSA Board, Historic Preservation, Convention and Visitors Commission, Industrial and Cultural Facilities Trust, Housing Authority, Myriad Gardens Foundation, Park Commission, Planning Commission, Post-Employment Benefits Trust, Redevelopment Authority, Urban Renewal Authority, and Zoo Trust.
Ordinance Change: Planning Commission Membership
Proposed ordinance change to remove the requirement for an Urban Design Commission member to serve on the Planning Commission.
Resolution: Commending Retired Oklahoma City Police Officers
Resolution thanking and commending retired officers for their service and efforts to develop a private security association.
City Manager Reports
Claims and payroll report available on okc.gov.
Journal of Council Proceedings (Items A and B)
Approval of previous council meeting journals.
Request for Uncontested Continuances
Deferrals and strikes of various items, including 11L (uniform allowance ordinance), 11O1 (unsecured structures), and 11P1 (abandoned buildings).
Revocable Permits and Events
No items scheduled.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Agenda (Items A-H, L)
Various items on the OCMFA agenda.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Agenda (Items I1, J1, K1)
Specific items on the OCMFA agenda.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Agenda (Items A-C)
Various items on the OCPPA agenda.
Consent Docket
Approval of items on the consent docket.
Item 11a: Rezoning 1304 NE 14th from R1 to R4
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval.
Item 11b: Rezoning 1422 NW 115th from R1 to R2
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval for a duplex.
Item 11c: Rezoning 11109 Northwestern from R1 to PUD 1492
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval.
Item 11d: Rezoning 3622 NW 192nd Street from PUD 1111 to PUD 1945
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval for an OnCue gas station.
Item 11e: Rezoning 16160 North Morgan Road from AA to PUD 1951
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval to add an indoor gymnasium.
Item 11f: Rezoning 1500 NW 16th from R1 to Spud 1515
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval for infill development.
Item 11g: Rezoning 2008 North Portland from PUD 610 to Spud 1526
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval for commercial use.
Item 11h: Rezoning 2041 Southeast 44th from I-1 to Spud 1527
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval for a business.
Item 11i: Rezoning 3514 North MacArthur from C3 to Spud 1528
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval for the Zodiac Club.
Item 11j: Rezoning 2020 Northwest 23rd Street from R1 and Gatewood Urban Conservation Overlay District to Spud 1529 and Gatewood Urban Conservation District
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval.
Item 11k: Closing the west 25 feet of a 42-foot wide north-south easement north of 50th and May
Ordinance on final hearing, recommended for approval to facilitate commercial development with improved pedestrian access.
Item 11m: Public Hearing regarding an ordinance proposal related to health inspections
Second of three meetings for consideration of the ordinance change.
Item 11n1: Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing on structures declared dilapidated.
Item 11o1: Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing on structures declared unsecured.
Item 11p1: Public Hearing regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing on buildings declared abandoned.
Item 11q1: Public Hearing regarding the Harlow project TIF allocation
Public hearing on a joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving a TIF allocation for the Harlow project.
Item 11s1: Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing legal representation in Baylor v. six unknown officers
Authorization for Colin Zorn and Wagner to represent city employees.
Item 11t1: Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing legal representation in Long v. City of OKC
Authorization for Colin Zorn and Wagner to represent city employees.
Item 11u1: Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing legal representation in Antwine v. OCPD
Authorization for Colin Zorn and Wagner to represent a city employee.
Item 11v: Executive session on advice of the Municipal Counselor to receive communications concerning the case of Krauss v. City of OKC
Executive session for legal advice.
Item 11w: Executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations for fiscal year 2023-2024 with the FOP, IAF, and AFSCME
Executive session for collective bargaining discussions.
Item 11x1: Claim recommended for approval
Approval of a claim.