Meeting Summary
The Oklahoma City Council meeting began with proclamations for Disability Awareness Month and Arts and Humanities Month, followed by the recognition of October's Teacher of the Month. Key discussions included appointments to city boards, a detailed presentation of the annual resident survey results, and an overview of the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. Several zoning ordinances and revocable permits for community events were also approved.
Key Decisions & Votes
Vice Mayor Appointment
00:26:50Councilwoman JoBeth Hammond was appointed to serve as Vice Mayor for a six-month period starting October 13th.
Board Appointments
00:27:00Debbie Hampton was appointed to the Oklahoma City County Board of Health and Wayland Cubit to the Oklahoma City Housing Authority.
Travel Expenses for City Summit
00:30:00Resolution approving travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the National League of Cities City Summit in Kansas City, Missouri.
Polo on the River Revocable Permit
00:43:00A revocable permit was granted to Front Row Promotions for 'Polo on the River' events in River Park on multiple dates in October and November.
Riversport Duathlon Revocable Permit
00:45:00A revocable permit was granted to the Riversport Foundation for the Riversport Duathlon on November 6th.
Bricktown Trick or Treat Revocable Permit
00:46:00A revocable permit was granted to Downtown OKC Partnership to hold Bricktown Trick or Treat on October 24th, with street closures on Mickey Mantle Drive.
OKC Tree Lighting Festival Revocable Permit
00:48:00A revocable permit was granted to Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership for the Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival on November 17th.
Red Earth Parade and Fall Fest Revocable Permit
00:50:00A revocable permit was granted to Red Earth Inc. to hold the Red Earth Parade and Fall Fest on October 15th, with street closures on Walker Avenue.
Strawberry Fields Project Allocation Amendment
02:12:00An amendment was approved for the Strawberry Fields project allocation, correcting a typographical error and addressing the hotel no-subsidy zone issue.
Strawberry Fields Project Allocation
02:15:00A joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust was approved, allocating up to $16 million for the Strawberry Fields project, as amended.
Police Officer Commissioning for Outside Jurisdictions
02:20:00A resolution was approved authorizing the commissioning of Oklahoma City Police Department officers to provide law enforcement assistance in other jurisdictions, both in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Police Joint Task Forces Authorization
02:24:00A resolution was approved authorizing the Chief of Police to engage in joint task forces with other law enforcement agencies and related activities, clarifying existing authority.
AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement
02:27:00The collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME was approved, retroactive to July 1st, including a 7% base pay adjustment and a one-time stipend.
General Non-Represented Pay Plan
02:30:00A resolution was approved for the general non-represented pay plan, applying the same pay increase as the AFSCME agreement to eligible employees.
Management Pay Plan
02:32:00A resolution was approved for the management, administrative, and technical support pay plans, applying the same pay increase as the AFSCME agreement.
Confess Judgment in Corella v. City of OKC
02:33:00A resolution was approved authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without amending liability in the case of Corella v. The City of OKC.
Claims Recommended for Denial
02:34:00Several claims for denial were approved, with one council member expressing concern about the city's responsibility in cases involving contractors.
Claims Recommended for Approval
02:36:00Two claims recommended for approval were passed.
Upcoming Community Events
Disability Awareness Month
Proclaimed by Mayor David Holt, recognizing the contributions of people with disabilities and honoring individuals and organizations working for the disability community.
Arts and Humanities Month
Proclaimed by Mayor David Holt, celebrating the role of arts and humanities in the city and remembering Robbie Kinsel.
Polo on the River
To be held at River Park, offering agricultural education, equestrian showcases, and a coat drive.
Riversport Duathlon
Organized by the Riversport Foundation.
Bricktown Trick or Treat
To be held by Downtown OKC Partnership, with street closures on Mickey Mantle Drive, expecting over 14,500 attendees.
Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival
To be held by Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership on Mickey Mantle Drive, featuring Santa, performances, and the tree lighting.
Red Earth Parade and Fall Fest
To be held by Red Earth Inc. on Walker Avenue, celebrating Native American traditions with a parade, gourd dance, and educational opportunities.
Council Grove Castle Falls Historically Local Tour
Hosted by West End District, includes history of salvaged items from downtown OKC and an overview of Council Grove. Registration required online.
Fire Department Memorial Service
Held at the central unit station, honoring fallen firefighters and recognizing staff who have passed.
Indigenous People's Day Celebration
Well-attended outdoor event, with visitors from out of state.
Northeast Vikings Golden Anniversary
Classes of 1970, 1971, and 1972 celebrated their 50th anniversary, reenacting a march to the Capitol.
Financial Matters
Strawberry Fields Project Allocation
Allocation from the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust for the Strawberry Fields project, with an amendment regarding the hotel no-subsidy zone.
AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement
Includes a 7% base pay adjustment retroactive to July 1st and a one-time stipend of $1,470 for AFSCME members.
General Non-Represented Pay Plan
Provides the same pay increase as the AFSCME agreement for non-represented employees.
Management Pay Plan
Provides the same pay increase as the AFSCME agreement for management, administrative, and technical support positions.
Capital Improvement Plan
Five-year plan for infrastructure projects, with funding from trust funds, sales tax, and the Geo Bond program.
MAPS 3 and MAPS 4 Projects
Includes $26 million for MAPS 3 projects (Union Station renovation, trails, sidewalks, senior wellness centers) and $673 million for MAPS 4 projects (diversion hub, homelessness, Family Justice Center, mental health, parks, youth centers, animal shelter, senior wellness center, Clara Looper Civil Rights Center, transit, beautification, sidewalks, bike lanes, streetlights, Innovation District, HB Foster Center, I-235 bridge, fairgrounds coliseum, multi-purpose stadium, basketball practice facility).
Public Works Capital Improvement Plan
Five-year plan for street widening, resurfacing, drainage, bridges, intersection traffic control, sidewalks, street enhancements, and facility projects.
Public Comments
Two citizens spoke during the public comments section. Joy Reardon raised concerns about the Housing Authority's investigation, the lack of progress on duplex projects, and the low wages for Housing Authority security staff. Randall Ward commented on the resident survey, safety perceptions, and expressed concerns about responsible development practices, particularly regarding tree preservation and the location of a proposed warehouse.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 11J (ordinance on final hearing, zoning at 14600 South Portland)
- Item 11Q (ordinance on final hearing, zoning at 928 Northwest 107th)
- Item 11R1K (unsecured structure at 1217 West Reno Avenue)
- Item 11S1I (abandoned building at 808 Northwest 31st Street)
- Ordinance updating Municipal codes on tobacco and vape products (for vote in two weeks)
- Ordinance relating to personnel and retirement system, creating Deferred Compensation Board (for vote in two weeks)
- Ordinance relating to advertising and signs (for vote in two weeks)
Deadlines
- Vice Mayor term begins October 13th
- City Summit in Kansas City, Missouri in November
- Public Works preliminary report on traffic study expected later this year
- Fairgrounds Coliseum bids tomorrow (October 12th)
- Belle Isle Library recently opened
- Almonte Library scheduled for completion Fall 2023
- Willady Johnson Recreational Center targeted for completion Spring 2023
Watch For
- Further discussions on Housing Authority practices and duplex projects
- Results of the traffic study for Villa Avenue
- Updates on the pedestrian bridge at Northwest Expressway opening later this year
- Future presentations on the Capital Improvement Plan from other departments
- Work group formation by the Arts Commission for mural text criteria
- Potential new streets to be funded if opportunities arise
Announcements
- Proclamation of October 2022 as Disability Awareness Month.
- Proclamation of October 2022 as Arts and Humanities Month.
- Recognition of Delois Bird as October 2022 Teacher of the Month by Putnam City Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
- Councilwoman JoBeth Hammond will serve as Vice Mayor for six months starting October 13th.
- The annual resident survey results show Oklahoma City outperforming national averages in many areas, particularly in residents' perception of the city's direction.
- Condolences extended to the family of Sergeant Megan Burke and Demarcus Fuller Jr.
- Reminder about the availability of new COVID-19 bivalent boosters and flu shots, with information available at vaxokc.org.
Agenda Summary
Office of the Mayor Presentations
Proclamations for Disability Awareness Month and Arts and Humanities Month, and recognition of October's Teacher of the Month.
3B - Notification of Vice Mayor Appointment
Notification that Councilwoman JoBeth Hammond will serve as Vice Mayor for six months.
3C & 3D - Appointments to Boards
Appointment of Debbie Hampton to the Board of Health and Wayland Cubit to the Housing Authority.
3E - Resolution for Mayor's Travel Expenses
Resolution approving travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the National League of Cities City Summit.
5 - City Manager Reports
Presentation of the annual resident survey results by Etc Institute and an overview of administrative transfers.
6A & 6B - Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of previous meeting minutes.
7 - Request for Uncontested Continuances
Discussion and approval of deferred items and corrections to the agenda.
8A - Revocable Permit for Polo on the River
Permit for Front Row Promotions to hold polo events at River Park.
8B - Revocable Permit for Riversport Duathlon
Permit for Riversport Foundation to hold a duathlon.
8C - Revocable Permit for Bricktown Trick or Treat
Permit for Downtown OKC Partnership to hold a trick-or-treat event with street closures.
8D - Revocable Permit for OKC Tree Lighting Festival
Permit for Downtown OKC Partnership to hold the annual tree lighting festival.
8E - Revocable Permit for Red Earth Parade and Fall Fest
Permit for Red Earth Inc. to hold a parade and festival with street closures.
OCMFA Items A-O
Various items on the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority docket.
OCPPA Item B - Binding Term Sheet for MAPS 4 Youth Centers
Presentation and approval of the binding term sheet with Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County for management of MAPS 4 Youth Centers.
9 - Consent Docket
Approval of various routine items, with some pulled for discussion or deferral.
10 - Concurrence Docket
Approval of items from other city boards and commissions.
11A - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning NW 44th St)
Zoning change from SP-D 49 to R-1 at Northwest 44th Street.
11B - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning S Portland)
Zoning change from AA and AE-2 to PUD 1906 and AE-2 at 14600 South Portland.
11C1 - Amending Master Design Statement (Zoning SW 134th St)
Amendment to the master design statement for the zoning change at 200 Southwest 134th Street.
11C2 - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning SW 134th St)
Zoning change from SPUD 1335 to SPUD 1387 at 200 Southwest 134th Street.
11D1 - Amending Master Design Statement (Zoning NW 62nd St)
Amendment to the master design statement for the zoning change at 300 Northwest 62nd Street.
11D2 - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning NW 62nd St)
Zoning change from SPD 657 to SPD 1424 at 300 Northwest 62nd Street.
11E1 - Amending Master Design Statement (Zoning NW 107th)
Amendment to the master design statement for the zoning change at 928 Northwest 107th.
11E2 - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning NW 107th)
Zoning change from R-1, R-4, and C-3 to SPUD 1425 at 928 Northwest 107th.
11F1 - Amending Master Design Statement (Zoning NW 96th St)
Amendment to the master design statement for the zoning change at 325 Northwest 96th Street.
11F2 - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning NW 96th St)
Zoning change from R-1 and SPD 1080 to SPD 1429 at 325 Northwest 96th Street.
11G - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning NW 26th St)
Zoning change from R-1 to SPUD 1436 at 3528 Northwest 26th Street.
11H - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning N May)
Zoning change from PUD 1111 to SPUD 1437 at 18101 North May.
11I - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Zoning E Madison St)
Zoning change from R-1 to SPD 1439 at 1804 East Madison Street.
11K - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Street Closure NW 106th)
Ordinance to close a portion of Northwest 106th between Hudson and Walker.
11L - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Alley and Street Closure Chester Hill)
Ordinance to close part of an alley and North Harvey between 96th and 97th in Chester Hill Edition.
11M - Ordinance on Final Hearing (Street and Alley Closure Homedale)
Ordinance to close Northwest 106th Street between Western and Francis and portions of a nearby alley in Homedale Edition.
11N - Public Hearing (Tobacco and Vape Products Ordinance)
Public hearing regarding an ordinance updating Municipal codes on tobacco and vape products.
11O - Public Hearing (Personnel and Retirement System Ordinance)
Public hearing regarding an ordinance relating to personnel and retirement system and creating the Deferred Compensation Board.
11P - Public Hearing (Advertising and Signs Ordinance)
Public hearing regarding an ordinance relating to advertising and signs (update of the sign code).
11Q1 - Public Hearing (Dilapidated Structures)
Public hearing regarding listed dilapidated structures.
11Q2 - Resolution (Declaring Dilapidated Structures)
Resolution declaring listed structures as dilapidated.
11R1 - Public Hearing (Unsecured Structures)
Public hearing regarding listed unsecured structures, with some items struck or deferred.
11R2 - Resolution (Declaring Unsecured Structures)
Resolution declaring listed structures as unsecured, except for those previously struck or deferred.
11S1 - Public Hearing (Abandoned Buildings)
Public hearing regarding listed abandoned buildings, with some items struck or deferred.
11S2 - Resolution (Declaring Abandoned Buildings)
Resolution declaring listed buildings as abandoned, except for those previously struck or deferred.
11T - Public Hearing (Strawberry Fields Project Allocation)
Public hearing regarding the joint resolution of the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving an allocation for the Strawberry Fields project.
11T2 - Amendment to Strawberry Fields Project Allocation
Amendment to the joint resolution correcting a typographical error and addressing the hotel no-subsidy zone issue.
11T3 - Joint Resolution (Strawberry Fields Project Allocation as Amended)
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving the allocation for the Strawberry Fields project, as amended.
11U - Resolution (Police Officer Commissioning for Outside Jurisdictions)
Resolution authorizing commissioning of police officers to serve in other jurisdictions.
11V - Resolution (Police Joint Task Forces Authorization)
Resolution authorizing the Chief of Police to engage in joint task forces with other law enforcement agencies.
11W1 - Collective Bargaining Agreement (AFSCME)
Approval of the collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, retroactive to July 1st.
11X - Resolution (General Non-Represented Pay Plan)
Resolution approving the general non-represented pay plan for full-time regular budgeted employees.
11Y - Resolution (Management Pay Plan)
Resolution approving pay plans for management, administrative, and technical support positions.
11Z1 - Resolution (Confess Judgment in Corella v. City of OKC)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without amending liability in the case of Corella v. The City of OKC.
11AA - Claims Recommended for Denial
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
11AB - Claims Recommended for Approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval.