March 29, 2022 City Council Meeting

A resolution was approved to honor women of the Oklahoma City municipal government in recognition of Women's History Month, acknowledging their social, economic, cultural, and political achievements.

A resolution was approved for city business and related travel expenses for Council Members Nice, Carter, and Stonecipher to attend the USS Oklahoma City SSN-795 commissioning ceremony.

A joint resolution for the introduction of a housing redevelopment project at NE 28th Street and Martin Luther King was approved, despite concerns about resident displacement and communication from the Housing Authority. The project includes 370 family homes, 60 senior living units, and commercial development.

Final plans and specifications for the Northwest Bus Rapid Transit station platforms were approved. The project, totaling $28 million, aims to improve public transportation with a 9.5-mile route, 30 stops, and new technology like transit signal priority.

An ordinance on final hearing to rezone 1534 NW 3rd Street from R3 medium density to SPUD 1357 was approved, allowing for increased density with one additional unit.

An ordinance on final hearing to rezone 5808 NW 23rd Street from R1 single family to SPUD 1378 was approved, allowing for a highly structured transitional living facility for people experiencing homelessness.

An ordinance on final hearing to rezone 12240 N Sooner Road from SPUD 859 to SPUD 1385 was approved for a firewood processing and delivery business.

A special permit was approved to allow a drinking establishment at 3200 North May Avenue, with clarifications on operating hours and traffic mitigation concerns.

An ordinance for redistricting pursuant to the city charter was approved, with a subsequent vote declaring it an emergency.

The sale of $110 million worth of general obligation bonds, Series 2022, to BofA Securities with a true interest cost of 3.086588% was approved.

An ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding massage parlor licensing was introduced, making a violation related to sexual misconduct a reason to deny or revoke a license, rather than requiring a conviction.

An ordinance to allow authorized non-sworn members of the police department to prepare and submit collision reports was introduced, aiming to free up sworn officers for more pressing matters.

An ordinance related to sewer disposal, solid waste, and general schedule of fees was introduced, proposing rate adjustments over a five-year period to fund operations, maintenance, and a $1.7 billion capital improvement plan.

A resolution was approved declaring several structures as dilapidated, with specific items in Ward 7 deferred for further discussion.

A resolution was approved declaring remaining structures as unsecured, with specific items deferred.

A resolution was approved declaring remaining buildings as abandoned, with specific items deferred.

Amendment number eight to the amended and restated trust indenture creating the Emergency Medical Services Authority was approved, extending the 2021 window of opportunity to November 30, 2022.

A resolution was approved authorizing the Mayor, Vice Mayor, or City Manager to execute grant applications to allow for more efficient and competitive responses to grant opportunities.

A resolution approving the request for salary continuation of Lieutenant Kevin Bryant was approved.

A resolution approving the request for salary continuation of Lieutenant Steve Tennyson was approved.

Claims recommended for approval, items A through D, were approved.

Sales and Use Tax Report

Sales tax growth for March was 4.7%, lower than previous double-digit growth but still above the normal 3-3.25%. Year-to-date, sales and use tax are $28 million above target.

General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022

Sale of bonds authorized by residents in 2017 to BofA Securities with a true interest cost of 3.086588%.

Refunding of 2012 General Obligation Bonds

Resolution providing for a parameter sale to refund the bonds. Anticipated present value savings around 10-11%, exceeding the minimum 3% policy.

Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste Rate Adjustments

Proposed adjustments to rates over a five-year period to fund operations, maintenance, and a $1.7 billion capital improvement plan, including the second Atoka pipeline. Adjustments for average residential customers are about 4% annually.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

Invocation by Chris Dodson, Pastor of First Church Oklahoma City, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance by Sammy Blasey and Lucy Herndon from Troop 177.

Item 3: From the Office of the Mayor

No items from the Mayor's office as the Mayor is out of town.

Item 4A: Resolution Honoring Women of the Oklahoma City Municipal Government

Resolution recognizing women's achievements during Women's History Month, sponsored by Council Members Young, Hammond, and Nice.

Item 4B: Resolution Approving Council Member Travel Expenses

Resolution for travel expenses for Council Members Nice, Carter, and Stonecipher to attend the USS Oklahoma City SSN-795 commissioning ceremony.

Item 5: City Manager Reports

Update on council priority for transportation system, and sales and use tax report for March.

Item 6: Journal of Council Proceedings

Approval of items A and B.

Item 7: Requests for Uncontested Continuances

Several items were stricken or deferred from the agenda, including an engineering services contract, zoning items, and dilapidated/abandoned structures.

Item 8: Revocable Permits and Events

No matters to discuss.

OCMFA Meeting

Recess of council meeting to convene as the OCMFA for eight items.

Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Meeting

Recess of OCMFA to convene as the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority for three items, including claims and payroll.

Item 9AK: Consultant Review for Crutcho Creek Bridge Replacement

Discussion on the status and estimated completion time for the Crutcho Creek bridge replacement project.

Item 9BW: Housing Redevelopment Project

Presentation and discussion on a housing redevelopment project at NE 28th Street and Martin Luther King, including concerns about resident displacement.

Item 9CO: Northwest Bus Rapid Transit Station Platforms

Presentation and discussion on the final plans and specifications for the Northwest Bus Rapid Transit station platforms.

Item 10: Concurrence Docket

Approval of items A through P.

Item 11A: Ordinance on Final Hearing to Rezone 1534 NW 3rd Street

Rezoning from R3 medium density to SPUD 1357.

Item 11B: Ordinance on Final Hearing to Rezone SPUD 1367

Deferred to April 12th.

Item 11C: Ordinance on Final Hearing to Rezone SPUD 1375

Deferred to April 12th.

Item 11D: Ordinance on Final Hearing to Rezone 5808 NW 23rd Street

Rezoning from R1 single family to SPUD 1378 for a transitional living facility.

Item 11E: Ordinance on Final Hearing to Rezone 12240 N Sooner Road

Rezoning from SPUD 859 to SPUD 1385 for a firewood processing business.

Item 11F: Special Permit for Drinking Establishment at 3200 N May Avenue

Allowing use unit drinking establishments in the C3 community commercial district.

Item 11G: Ordinance on Final Hearing for Redistricting

Redistricting pursuant to the charter of the City of Oklahoma City.

Item 11H: Ordinance for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022

Awarding the sale of $110 million general obligation bonds to BofA Securities.

Item 11I: Ordinance for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022 (Companion)

Companion ordinance for the award of the bonds.

Item 11J: Public Hearing and Resolution for Refunding 2012 General Obligation Bonds

Authorizing a parameter sale of up to $37 million to refund the bonds.

Item 11K: Ordinance to Amend Massage Parlor Licensing

Amending the Oklahoma Municipal Code regarding licensing of massage parlors.

Item 11L: Ordinance to Allow Non-Sworn Police to Prepare Collision Reports

Amending the Oklahoma Municipal Code to allow authorized non-sworn police department members to prepare collision reports.

Item 11M: Ordinance Related to Sewer, Solid Waste, and General Schedule of Fees

Amending the Oklahoma Municipal Code related to sewer disposal, solid waste, and general schedule of fees.

Item 11N1: Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures

Public hearing on various dilapidated structures, with some items deferred.

Item 11O1: Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures

Public hearing on various unsecured structures, with some items deferred.

Item 11P: Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings

Public hearing on various abandoned buildings, with some items deferred.

Item 11Q: Approval of Amendment Number Eight to EMSA Trust Indenture

Extending the 2021 window of opportunity for the Emergency Medical Services Authority.

Item 11R: Resolution Authorizing Grant Applications

Authorizing the Mayor, Vice Mayor, or City Manager to execute grant applications.

Item 11S1: Resolution Approving Salary Continuation for Lt. Kevin Bryant

Approval of salary continuation for Lieutenant Kevin Bryant.

Item 11T1: Resolution Approving Salary Continuation for Lt. Steve Tennyson

Approval of salary continuation for Lieutenant Steve Tennyson.

Item 11U: Request to Enter into Executive Session (Collective Bargaining)

To discuss collective bargaining negotiations for police, firefighters, and municipal employees.

Item 11V: Request to Enter into Executive Session (Lawsuit)

To discuss a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma.

Item 11W: Claims Recommended for Approval

Approval of claims A through D.