Meeting Summary
The City Council adopted several resolutions honoring individuals for their service, including former City Auditor Jim Williamson and various city employees and a teacher. Key actions included approving recommendations from the Human Rights Commission Task Force, adopting an ordinance to protect animals during extreme cold, and authorizing the sale of $110 million in general obligation bonds. The council also appointed an interim City Auditor and deferred several development and infrastructure projects for further discussion.
Key Decisions & Votes
Resolution honoring Jim Williamson
03:00The council adopted a resolution honoring Jim Williamson for his 33 years of dedicated service to the City of Oklahoma City as City Auditor, recognizing his significant contributions to improving municipal government.
Resolution honoring Lieutenant Brian Taylor
19:30Lieutenant Brian Taylor was recognized as the 2021 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Year for his 16 years of service, particularly his leadership in emergency management during the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters.
Resolution honoring Jane Abraham
26:30Jane Abraham was recognized as the February 2022 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month for her 22 years of service as Community and Government Affairs Manager, including her leadership in the Municipal Leadership Development Program.
Resolution honoring Duncan Fugit
31:30Duncan Fugit was recognized as the February 2022 Teacher of the Month by Edmond Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City for his seven years as a physics teacher and head coach for the boys tennis program at Edmond North High School.
Animal Protection Ordinance
1:47:00An ordinance was adopted with an emergency clause, immediately amending the municipal code to require animals kept outdoors to be in a heated structure or brought indoors when temperatures fall below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
Appointment of Interim City Auditor
2:30:00Matt Weller was appointed as the interim City Auditor, effective February 4th, with a salary of $170,000, pending the final decision on a permanent auditor.
Upcoming Community Events
Oklahoma Christian University 'History Speaks'
Featured Cheryl Brown Henderson, daughter of Mr. Brown from Brown v. Board of Education, discussing the history of the case and cultural differences.
East Side Pizza House Grand Opening
Located in Northeast Oklahoma City, offering diverse pizza options and honoring local figures like Ralph Ellison and Clara Luper.
Financial Matters
Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program Update
Allocation of $4.6 million from the resurfacing budget, combined with $9 million from the general fund, for eight priority street resurfacing projects.
Drainage Enhancement Project (NW 63rd/56th & Western)
Final plans and specifications for a drainage enhancement project to remediate flooding.
ARPA Contract Amendment with Alliance for Economic Development
Management fee for administering small business and non-profit programs, including job training, upskilling, and support.
Refunding of 2012 Bonds
Restarting the process for refunding approximately $33.5 million of 2012 bonds, anticipated to save $5.3 million over the next 10 years.
Sale of 2022 General Obligation Bond
Authorization for the sale of $110 million in general obligation bonds, with $89 million allocated for streets.
Public Comments
Public comments included concerns about urban development and community exclusion in the northeast quadrant, the need for improved education in Oklahoma, and the deplorable conditions and high death rate at the Oklahoma County Detention Center. One speaker also highlighted their role in preserving the Freedom Center.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 3e: Resolution honoring unavailable honorees (deferred to next meeting in two weeks).
- Item 9w: Better Street Safer City Board item (deferred for two weeks).
- Item 9x: Large project (deferred for two weeks).
- Item 11k1b: Public hearing regarding a dilapidated structure (deferred for two weeks).
Deadlines
- March 9: Bid date for the drainage enhancement project in the vicinity of NW 63rd and NW 56th and Western.
- March 15: Deferred items 11d, 11e, 11a, and the second public hearing for the 2022 General Obligation Bond ordinance.
- March 29: Competitive sale for the 2022 General Obligation Bond.
Watch For
- Further progress on the re-establishment of the Human Rights Commission.
- Operator selection and design for the Mental Health Crisis Centers and Restoration Center.
- Public update on OKC Fire Department work in Ward 2 and concerns from Glenbrook residents.
- Final plans and specifications for the Walker Street Enhancement Project (expected Spring).
- Final plans and specifications for the North Portland Avenue Enhancement Project (expected Spring).
Announcements
- Girl Scout cookies are available for purchase in the lobby.
- Police Department employees raised $23,000 through the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Oklahoma.
- K9 Joker and handler Master Sergeant Nelson in South Oklahoma City made their first catch.
- Oklahoma City Thunder will have Black History Month presentations later in the month.
Agenda Summary
Item 3e
Resolution to defer honorees due to unavailability.
Resolution honoring Jim Williamson
Resolution honoring Jim Williamson for his 33 years of dedicated service as City Auditor.
Resolution honoring Lieutenant Brian Taylor
Resolution recognizing Lieutenant Brian Taylor as the 2021 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Year.
Resolution honoring Jane Abraham
Resolution recognizing Jane Abraham as the February 2022 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month.
Resolution honoring Duncan Fugit
Resolution recognizing Duncan Fugit as the February 2022 Teacher of the Month by Edmond Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
Item 3f
Resolution reappointing members to the Residential Building Code Commission.
Item 3g
Resolution approving travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the U.S. Conference of Mayors Winter Leadership Meeting.
Item 3h
Resolution approving travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference.
Item 3i2
Request to enter into executive session to discuss the appointment of an interim City Auditor.
Item 4a
Resolution approving city business related travel expenses for Council members Bradley Carter, Mark Stonecipher, and Nikki Nice to attend the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference.
Human Rights Commission Task Force Presentation
Presentation of findings and recommendations from the Human Rights Commission Task Force.
Budget Transfers Report
Administrative document detailing budget transfers.
Claims and Payroll (City Manager Reports)
Report on claims and payroll.
Item 6a & 6b
Journal of Council Proceedings.
Item 9bn
Request for uncontested continuance.
Item 11d
Request for uncontested continuance.
Item 11e
Request for uncontested continuance.
Item 11n
Request for uncontested continuance.
Item 11a (PC10770)
Request for uncontested continuance.
Item 11b (PUD 1856)
Request for uncontested continuance.
Item 11g (Comprehensive Plan Amendment)
Request for uncontested continuance.
Item 11l1 (Unsecured Structures)
Several items related to unsecured structures.
Item 11m1 (Abandoned Buildings)
Several items related to abandoned buildings.
OCMFA Items a-i
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority items.
OCPPA Claims and Payroll
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority claims and payroll.
Item 9w
Better Street Safer City Board item.
Item 9x
Large project for deferral.
Item 9y
Item related to UCO, pulled for separate vote due to conflict of interest.
Item 9n
Planning case at 1102 NE 6th.
Item 9z
February 2022 update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program project implementation plan.
Item 9ab
Final plans and specifications for a drainage enhancement project in the vicinity of NW 63rd and NW 56th and Western.
Item 9av
Amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Walker Street Enhancement Project.
Item 9ax
Amendment to the contract for engineering services for the North Portland Avenue Enhancement Project.
Item 9ay
Amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Paseo Street Enhancement Project.
Item 9ak
Item related to the Willa Johnson Community Center.
Item 9bo
Amendment to the ARPA contract with the Alliance for Economic Development to include non-profits and increase minority small business program.
Item 9bq
Resolution to restart the process for refunding the 2012 bonds.
Item 9br
Resolution authorizing the sale of the 2022 general obligation bond.
Item 9bs
Ordinance introduced related to the sale of the 2022 general obligation bond.
Item 9cb
Request for Proposals (RFP) for the first Mental Health Crisis Center operator.
Item 9cc
Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Restoration Center operator.
Item 9cd
Transfer of ownership of Union Station from KATPA to the City.
Consent Docket (remaining items)
Adoption of remaining items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket Items 10a-k
Adoption of items on the concurrence docket.
Item 11c
Ordinance on final hearing for zoning change from R1 to SPD 1351 at 5101 North Penn.
Item 11f
Ordinance on final hearing for a special permit to operate a moderate impact institutional use in the AA agricultural district at 12613 Southwestern Avenue.
Item 11h
Ordinance on final hearing related to the hotel tax.
Item 11i
Ordinance on final hearing related to motor vehicles for hire.
Item 11j
Ordinance to be introduced, amending Chapter 8, Article 2, Division 1, Section 896 of the Municipal Code regarding animal protection during extreme cold.
Item 11k1a
Public hearing regarding a dilapidated structure.
Item 11k1b
Public hearing regarding a dilapidated structure.
Item 11k2
Resolution declaring a structure dilapidated.
Item 11l1
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures.
Item 11l2
Resolution declaring structures unsecured.
Item 11m1
Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings.
Item 11m2
Resolution declaring buildings abandoned.
Item 11o
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Duncan v. City of OKC.
Item 11p
Request to enter into executive session concerning pending opioid litigation.
Item 3i1
Resolution appointing an interim City Auditor.