Meeting Summary
The City Council meeting included commendations for long-serving public servants Kathy O'Connor and Catherine Montgomery, and approved numerous zoning changes and revocable permits for community events. A significant discussion revolved around the approval of an operating agreement for the Innovation Hall and the adoption of a Film Incentive Program, with council members emphasizing the need for local workforce development and support for smaller film projects. Financial reallocations were also approved to address a federal loan payment and rising costs in the abandoned housing program.
Key Decisions & Votes
Resolution of Commendation for Kathy O'Connor
11:00The council unanimously approved a resolution honoring Kathy O'Connor for her 40 years of public service and significant contributions to the city's economic development.
Reappointment of Meg McElhany to KOTPA
19:00The council unanimously approved the reappointment of Meg McElhany to the Oklahoma City Trust for Public Art.
Resolution of Commendation for Catherine Montgomery
27:00The council unanimously approved a resolution posthumously commending Catherine Montgomery for her extensive work in historic preservation and architecture.
Journal of Council Proceedings
39:00The council unanimously approved the journal of council proceedings for previous meetings.
Revocable Permit for Infant Crisis Services 5K
43:00The council unanimously approved a revocable permit for the Infant Crisis Services 5K event on April 9th.
Revocable Permit for Quail Creek Community Foundation Creek Run
45:00The council unanimously approved a revocable permit for the Quail Creek Community Foundation's 2022 Creek Run on March 26th.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority Agenda Items
46:00The council, convening as the OMFA, unanimously approved all listed agenda items A through H.
Innovation Hall Operating Agreement
59:00The council, convening as the OCPPA, unanimously approved a 10-year operating agreement with the Innovation District for the Innovation Hall.
Consent Docket
1:08:00The council unanimously approved all items on the consent docket, including preliminary reports for infrastructure and a library change order.
Concurrence Docket
1:08:00The council unanimously approved all items on the concurrence docket.
Ordinance on final hearing, 8500 Silver Crossing
1:09:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from O2 with AE1 to I2 with AE1.
Ordinance on final hearing, 11100 N University Avenue
1:10:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from R1 to R2.
Ordinance on final hearing, SW 104th Street
1:11:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from R1 ZL to PUD 1870.
Ordinance on final hearing, 13000 SW 15th
1:11:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from PUD 1774 to PUD 1876.
Ordinance on final hearing, 9717 SW 29th Street
1:20:00Despite public protest regarding density and building standards, the council approved the rezoning from PUD 1128 to PUD 1877.
Ordinance on final hearing, 9229 S Cimarron Road
1:21:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from AA to PUD 1879.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1000 NW 50th
1:30:00Due to public protest regarding noise mitigation for a proposed drive-through with speaker, the item was deferred for two weeks to allow for further discussion between the developer and neighbors.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1734 NW 13th
1:31:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from R2 to SPUD 1372 to allow for duplexes.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1511 NW 11th
1:31:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from R2 to SPUD 1373 to allow for greater density.
Ordinance on final hearing, 912 W Britton Road
1:35:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from C4 to SPUD 1374 to permit a brewery, distillery, tasting room, and event center.
Ordinance on final hearing, 17925 N Pennsylvania
1:36:00The council unanimously approved the rezoning from PUD 1138 to SPUD 1376.
Ordinance on final hearing, 4201 SW 109th Street
1:37:00The council unanimously approved a special permit for a funeral and internment service use in an I2 district with an AE1 overlay.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1615 SW 96th Street
1:38:00The council unanimously approved a special permit for a high-impact institutional youth bible college in an AA agricultural district.
Ordinance on final hearing, close portion of platted 10-foot utility easement along NW Expressway
1:39:00The council unanimously approved the closure of a utility easement as part of the Oak Development project.
Dilapidated structure at 3401 Springlet Drive
1:43:00Following public comment regarding completed repairs, the council deferred action on this dilapidated structure for two weeks to allow staff to verify the repairs.
Resolution declaring structures dilapidated
1:43:00The council unanimously approved the resolution declaring the remaining listed structures dilapidated.
Resolution declaring structures unsecured
1:44:00The council unanimously approved the resolution declaring the listed structures unsecured.
Abandoned building (Item 11V1H)
1:45:00The council deferred action on this abandoned building for two weeks.
Resolution declaring buildings abandoned
1:45:00The council unanimously approved the resolution declaring the remaining listed buildings abandoned.
Substantial Amendment to 2021-22 Second Action Year Plan
1:49:00The council unanimously approved a resolution to reallocate $700,000 in CDBG funds for a federal loan payment and the abandoned housing program.
Joint resolution adopting Film Incentive Program
2:05:00The council adopted a joint resolution establishing a two-tiered local film incentive program, with a 7-1 vote, following extensive discussion on its economic impact and support for local filmmakers.
Claims recommended for approval
2:05:00The council unanimously approved the listed claims.
Upcoming Community Events
Infant Crisis Services 5K
Bluff Creek Park, organized by the teen board to raise funds for babies and toddlers.
2022 Creek Run
Quail Creek Park, includes 1-mile fun run, 5K, and 10K. Proceeds benefit neighborhood beautification and the park.
Memorial Marathon
Runners will return for the annual event.
Financial Matters
Convention and Visitors Bureau Q2 Report
Hotel tax collections are exceeding pre-pandemic levels, up about $0.5M versus fiscal year 2020.
Innovation Hall Operating Agreement
A 10-year operating agreement with the Innovation District for the Innovation Hall, including measurable benchmarks for operations and programming.
Substantial Amendment to 2021-22 Second Action Year Plan
Reallocation of $700,000 from the CDBG public facilities program: $600,000 for a principal payment on a Section 108 loan debt and $100,000 to support the abandoned housing program due to rising construction costs. Total payment to HUD will be $947,000.
Film Incentive Program
A two-tiered incentive program offering 5-10% rebates for large budget film and TV streaming projects based on local sales tax impacts and qualifying expenditures ($500K for film, $100K for TV/streaming).
Public Comments
Four citizens addressed the council. Topics included concerns about ADA accessibility, particularly regarding sidewalks, snow removal, and scooter misuse in Bricktown. Other comments touched on agricultural policy, suggesting marijuana growers rotate crops with wheat, and advocating for job training and support for the homeless. One speaker also raised concerns about sleep disorders and police violence.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 11L (SPUD 1375) deferred to March 29th.
- Item 11H (Ordinance on final hearing, 1000 NW 50th) deferred for two weeks.
- Item 11T1A (Dilapidated structure at 3401 Springlet Drive) deferred for two weeks.
- Item 11V1H (Abandoned building) deferred for two weeks.
Deadlines
- CDBG expenditure guidelines require annual allocations to be expended by May 1st of each year.
Watch For
- Further discussions on establishing a local film office.
- Development of a local grant program for smaller filmmakers.
- Evaluation of workforce development programs, particularly in the film industry and other sectors.
Announcements
- Kathy O'Connor was honored for 40 years of public service and her contributions to Oklahoma City's economic development.
- Meg McElhany was reappointed to the Oklahoma City Trust for Public Art (KOTPA).
- Catherine Montgomery was posthumously commended for her work as an architect and historic preservationist.
- Hotel tax collections are exceeding pre-pandemic levels, up approximately $0.5M versus fiscal year 2020.
- Heartland Payment Systems (1100 attendees) and Team National (4000 attendees) are holding conventions in Oklahoma City.
- Florence's Restaurant received a James Beard Foundation award for one of America's best classic restaurants.
- Chef Andrew Black of Grey Sweater and Black Walnut was a semi-finalist for a James Beard award.
- Condolences were extended to the family of Susan Atkinson, a former Planning Department employee and advocate for walkability.
- Classen SAS (4A State Champs) and Millwood (3A Champs) were congratulated for their basketball state championships.
- An HBCU fair was held at Douglas High School, and the Hosea Bell Red Dirt Softball Classic convened in early March.
- Podego Electric Bikes, an electric bike rental and sales company, opened a new location at 9128 N MacArthur.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening remarks by Pastor Taran Gaddis and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Caroline Smith.
Resolution of Commendation for Kathy O'Connor
Honoring Kathy O'Connor for 40 years of dedicated public service and her instrumental role in Oklahoma City's economic development and major projects.
Reappointment of Meg McElhany to KOTPA
Reappointment of Meg McElhany to serve on the Oklahoma City Trust for Public Art.
Resolution of Commendation for Catherine Montgomery
Posthumously honoring Catherine Montgomery for her significant contributions as an architect and historic preservationist in Oklahoma City.
City Manager Reports - Convention and Visitors Bureau Q2 Report
Presentation by Zach Craig on the second quarter report, highlighting hotel tax collections, upcoming conventions, and the use of data insights.
Journal of Council Proceedings (Items 6a and 6b)
Approval of the minutes from previous council meetings.
Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Approval of deferrals and striking of various agenda items, including zoning cases and dilapidated/unsecured/abandoned property cases.
Revocable Permit with Infant Crisis Services for 5K
Permit for the Infant Crisis Services 5K event on April 9th at Bluff Creek Park.
Revocable Permit with Quail Creek Community Foundation for Creek Run
Permit for the 2022 Creek Run on March 26th, utilizing city rights-of-way and Quail Creek Park.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority Agenda Items A-H
Approval of various items on the OMFA agenda.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Agenda Items A-B (Innovation Hall Operating Agreement)
Approval of a 10-year operating agreement with the Innovation District for the day-to-day operations of the Innovation Hall, including programs and events.
Consent Docket (Items 9A-BF)
Approval of various items on the consent docket, including preliminary reports for infrastructure improvements and a change order for Belle Isle Library.
Concurrence Docket (Items 10A-J)
Approval of various items on the concurrence docket.
Ordinance on final hearing, 8500 Silver Crossing
Rezoning from O2 with AE1 Airport Environment Zone 1 Overlay to I2 with AE1.
Ordinance on final hearing, 11100 N University Avenue
Rezoning from R1 Single-Family Residential District to R2 Medium-Density Residential District.
Ordinance on final hearing, SW 104th Street
Rezoning from R1 ZL Single-Family Residential District with a Zero Lot Line Overlay to PUD 1870 Planned Unit Development.
Ordinance on final hearing, 13000 SW 15th
Rezoning from PUD 1774 Planned Unit Development to PUD 1876 Planned Unit Development.
Ordinance on final hearing, 9717 SW 29th Street
Rezoning from PUD 1128 Planned Unit Development to PUD 1877 Planned Unit Development, with public protest.
Ordinance on final hearing, 9229 S Cimarron Road
Rezoning from AA Agricultural District to PUD 1879 Planned Unit Development.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1000 NW 50th
Rezoning from SPUD 662 Simplified Planned Unit Development to SPUD 13 Simplified Planned Unit Development, with public protest.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1734 NW 13th
Rezoning from R2 Medium-Density Residential District to SPUD 1372 Simplified Planned Unit Development.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1511 NW 11th
Rezoning from R2 Medium-Density Residential District to SPUD 1373 Simplified Planned Unit Development.
Ordinance on final hearing, 912 W Britton Road
Rezoning from C4 General Commercial District to SPUD 1374 Simplified Planned Unit Development for a brewery/distillery/event center.
Ordinance on final hearing, 17925 N Pennsylvania
Rezoning from PUD 1138 Planned Unit Development to SPUD 1376 Simplified Planned Unit Development.
Ordinance on final hearing, 4201 SW 109th Street
Special permit to allow a funeral and internment service use in the I2 Moderate Industrial District with AE1 Airport Environs Zone 1 Overlay.
Ordinance on final hearing, 1615 SW 96th Street
Special permit to allow a high-impact institutional youth bible college in the AA Agricultural District.
Ordinance on final hearing, close portion of platted 10-foot utility easement along NW Expressway
Closure of a utility easement as part of the Oak Development project.
Public hearing regarding the ordinance on redistricting
Second of three public hearings on the redistricting ordinance.
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing on various dilapidated structures, with one item deferred for two weeks.
Resolution declaring structures dilapidated
Resolution declaring certain structures dilapidated, excluding those previously stricken or deferred.
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing on various unsecured structures.
Resolution declaring structures unsecured
Resolution declaring certain structures unsecured, excluding those previously stricken.
Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing on various abandoned buildings, with one item deferred for two weeks.
Resolution declaring buildings abandoned
Resolution declaring certain buildings abandoned, excluding those previously stricken or deferred.
Public hearing and Resolution approving substantial amendment to 2021-22 Second Action Year Plan
Reallocation of CDBG funds for a Section 108 loan payment and the abandoned housing program.
Joint resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust adopting the Film Incentive Program
Adoption of a two-tiered local incentive program to support film and TV streaming projects based on local sales tax impacts.
Claims recommended for approval (Items 11Z1 A and B)
Approval of various claims.
Comments from Council
Council members shared condolences, congratulations, and community updates.
Citizens to be Heard
Public comments on various topics including ADA accessibility, scooter issues, agricultural policy, homeless support, and public safety.