Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a resolution recognizing Battalion Chief Chris Black as Firefighter of the Year and introduced several ordinances for code updates and economic development projects. Key discussions included a $4 million canopy project for 4th Street, a controversial rezoning for a medical marijuana grow house, and the establishment of the MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board, which saw a failed amendment to remove the word 'citizens'. A final report on the Downtown Parking Study was also presented.
Key Decisions & Votes
Recognition of Battalion Chief Chris Black
04:00Resolution passed to thank and commend Battalion Chief Chris Black for 27 years of service and recognize him as the 2019 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year.
Stockyard City St. Patrick's Day Parade Permit
08:00A revocable right-of-way use permit was approved for Stockyard City Main Street to hold their annual St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Convention Center 4th Street Canopy Project
26:00The preliminary report for the $4 million canopy project on 4th Street, designed to enhance the pedestrian experience between the Omni Hotel and Convention Center, was approved despite concerns about cost and alternative uses.
Rezoning for Medical Marijuana Grow House (9a4)
49:00A controversial rezoning request from R1 to AA (Agriculture) for properties at 9120 and 9200 West Wilshire Boulevard was approved 5-4, allowing the applicant to cultivate medical marijuana and keep livestock despite public opposition regarding compatibility, health, safety, and property values.
Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy Zoning (9b2)
1:05:00An ordinance to rezone 2400 Northwest 36th Street from R1 to SPUD 1180 for the Oklahoma City County Health Department's Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy was approved with an emergency clause, allowing the vacant school building to be repurposed for community services.
Ordinance Update on Pistol Transport
1:06:00An ordinance updating city regulations to comply with state law regarding the transportation of pistols in vehicles was approved 7-2.
Allocation for Bakery Bling LLC
1:30:00A joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust was approved to allocate $400,000 to Bakery Bling LLC, supporting their move to Oklahoma City and job creation.
Allocation for Bar K Dog Park Project
1:47:00A resolution was approved to allocate $750,000 from Increment District Number Two for the Bar K Dog Park project in the Boathouse District, a unique dog park, bar, and restaurant concept.
MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board Establishment
2:02:00A resolution establishing the MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board, including its subcommittee structure, was approved 8-1. An amendment to remove the word 'citizens' from the board's name failed 3-6.
Upcoming Community Events
St. Patrick's Day Parade
10 a.m. in Stockyard City, free to the public, featuring Chain Ranch longhorns, marching bands, community organizations, and equestrian groups.
Black Restaurant Weeks
Visit okc.com for participating restaurants and a Black Restaurant Card Bingo card. More info at okcblackeats.com.
FD Moon Meeting for MAPS 4 Kids Project
6 to 7 p.m., to review plans and discuss the $4.5 million project including a new elevator, restroom renovations, and fire sprinkler system for the school.
Free Spay/Neutering by Best Friends of Pets
For residents in the 73111 zip code. Call 405-550-5109 for information.
Putnam City Education Head Speaking at Windsor Hills
10 o'clock, for residents in Windsor Hills.
Financial Matters
Allocation to Bakery Bling LLC
A joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust to allocate funds for job creation and economic development as Bakery Bling moves its headquarters to Oklahoma City.
Allocation for Bar K Dog Park Project
An allocation from Increment District Number Two for the development of the Bar K Dog Park in the Boathouse District.
Hotel Tax Collections
Report on hotel tax collections.
Second Quarter Interim Financial Report
Report on the city's financial status, noting expenditures are below revenue due to un-implemented pay plans and vacancies.
Quarterly Investment Report
Report provided by the City Treasurer's office.
Revenue Enforcement Report
Report managed by the City Treasurer's office to ensure revenue collection.
Public Comments
Public comments were primarily focused on the rezoning request for a medical marijuana grow house, with several residents expressing strong opposition due to concerns about density, street frontage, sewer access, potential environmental health effects (herbicides/pesticides), public safety (crime, cartel-like atmosphere), and negative impacts on property values. One citizen also raised ongoing concerns about scooter congestion and neglected sidewalks, particularly regarding ADA accessibility around construction sites and in core city areas.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Zoning Case at 1625 NW 16th Street (9a10) deferred for two weeks.
- Ordinance Update on Marijuana Vaping (9d) deferred for two weeks.
- Dilapidated Structures item 9i1d at 1100 South Robinson deferred for two weeks.
- Abandoned Buildings item 9k1d deferred.
Deadlines
- February 7th: Deadline to register or update voter registration for the March 3rd election (Parks petition).
Watch For
- Public hearing and final consideration for Mechanical Code update on February 18th and March 3rd.
- Public hearing and final consideration for Plumbing Code update on February 18th and March 3rd.
- Public hearing and final consideration for Fuel Gas Code update on February 18th and March 3rd.
- Final consideration of the Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust for Bakery Bling on February 18th.
- Final consideration of the Resolution for Bar K Dog Park Project on February 18th.
- Launch of the MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board application website.
- Further discussion on the Parks petition for the March 3rd election.
Announcements
- Passing of Mama J (Jesse Jordan) at 105 and a half, a centenarian and friend of Ralph Ellison.
- Oklahoma Christian's Black History Month 'History Speaks' event featuring Raymond Santana of the Exonerated Five.
- Black History Month events at Ralph Ellison Library and the national theme 'African Americans in the Vote'.
- Black Restaurant Weeks in Oklahoma City, encouraging participation with a bingo card.
- FD Moon meeting on Thursday to review plans for the $4.5 million MAPS 4 kids project (new elevator, restroom renovations, fire sprinkler system).
- Scissortail Park hosted the Women's March on January 25th.
- Teacher Appreciation Foundation awards honored teachers and staff, including a $1,000 scholarship to Millwood.
- Best Friends of Pets, a non-profit, is offering free spaying and neutering in the 73111 zip code on February 18th.
- Councilwoman Hammond is researching black history in Ward 6, including Clara Looper and segregated schools/parks.
- Embark transit service hosted a 'How to Transit' event, successfully engaging over 20 people, including those with developmental disabilities.
- Councilman Greenwell extended condolences to the Moore High School cross country team and community following a recent tragedy.
- Councilman Stonecipher applauded the Westbury South and Musgrave Pennington neighborhood associations for their meetings and plans.
- Councilman Cooper shared excerpts from 'Boomtown' and highlighted the legacy of Chef Charles E. Jones Sr., an accomplished African-American chef from Ward 2.
Agenda Summary
Resolution for Battalion Chief Chris Black
Recognizing Battalion Chief Chris Black for 27 years of service and naming him the 2019 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year.
Journal of Council Proceedings (Item 4)
Approval of the minutes from previous council proceedings.
Request for Uncontested Continuances (Item 5)
Several items related to unsecured structures and abandoned buildings were stricken from the agenda as owners had secured properties or required re-notification.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Stockyard City Main Street (Item 6a)
Permit to hold the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday, March 14th at 10 a.m.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items (A-H)
Various items under the Municipal Facilities Authority.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPA) Items
Two items under the Public Property Authority.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Claims and Payroll
Claims and payroll items for the Environmental Assistance Trust.
Consent Docket Item AP: Convention Center 4th Street Canopy Project
Presentation by Populist on a project to install canopies along 4th Street between the new Omni Hotel and the Convention Center, aimed at enhancing the pedestrian experience.
Remaining Consent Docket Items (Item 7)
Approval of the remaining items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket Items (Item 8)
Approval of items A through M on the concurrence docket.
9a1: Zoning Case at 10900 NW 119th Street
Rezoning from PUD 789 to R2.
9a2: Zoning Case at 10603 N I-35 Service Road
Rezoning from CHC to C3.
9a3: Zoning Case at 6929 NE 115th
Rezoning from AA to RA2.
9a4: Zoning Case at 9120 and 9200 W Wilshire Boulevard
Rezoning from R1 to AA (Agriculture) for medical marijuana cultivation and livestock.
9a5: Zoning Case at 217 NE 15th Street
Rezoning from R1 to R2 to allow for duplex construction.
9a6: Zoning Case at 924 SW 59th Street
Rezoning from SPUD 726 to C3 (Community Commercial District).
9a7: Zoning Case at 12000 NW 122nd Street
Rezoning from AA to R1.
9a8: Zoning Case at 9605 High Noon Road
Rezoning from R1 to PUD 1739 to allow multi-family development.
9a9: Zoning Case at 4545 N Lincoln
Rezoning from I2 and C3 to PUD 1741 for the Lincoln Plaza area.
9a10: Zoning Case at 1625 NW 16th Street
Rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1160.
9a11: Zoning Case at 141 NE 26th
Rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1175 to permit a mixed-use residential and commercial development, including restoration of a historic house.
9a12: Zoning Case at 1709 and 1715 NW 11th Street
Rezoning from R2 to SPUD 1179 to permit multi-family development.
9b1: Amendment to Master Design Statement for 2400 NW 36th Street
Amendment related to the Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy project.
9b2: Ordinance on Final Hearing for 2400 NW 36th Street
Rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1180 for the Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy (Oklahoma City County Health Department project).
9c: Ordinance Update on Transporting a Pistol in a Vehicle
Update to city ordinances to comply with state law regarding the transportation of pistols in vehicles.
9d: Ordinance Update on Marijuana Vaping
Update to city ordinances to comply with state law regarding marijuana vaping, with a proposed amendment to include all vaping in public facilities.
9e1: Traffic Commission Ordinance - Metered Parking on W Main Street
Removes metered parking on the north side of West Main Street near Broadway to allow for a loading zone.
9e2: Traffic Commission Ordinance - Angle Parking on NW 2nd Street
Establishes 60-degree angle parking within a proposed setback parking area on the north side of Northwest Second near Douglas.
9e3: Traffic Commission Ordinance - Angle Parking on NW 2nd Street
Related to the establishment of angle parking for a new development.
9e4: Traffic Commission Ordinance - Angle Parking on NW 2nd Street
Related to the establishment of angle parking for a new development.
9e5: Traffic Commission Ordinance - Angle Parking on NW 2nd Street
Related to the establishment of angle parking for a new development.
9e6: Traffic Commission Ordinance - Angle Parking on NW 2nd Street
Related to the establishment of angle parking for a new development.
9f1: Ordinance to Introduce Mechanical Code Update
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Mechanical Code.
9f2: Resolution to Introduce Mechanical Code Update
Introduction of a resolution related to the adoption of the 2015 International Mechanical Code.
9g1: Ordinance to Introduce Plumbing Code Update
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Plumbing Code.
9g2: Resolution to Introduce Plumbing Code Update
Introduction of a resolution related to the adoption of the 2015 International Plumbing Code.
9h: Resolution to Introduce Fuel Gas Code Update
Introduction of a resolution to adopt the 2015 International Fuel Gas Code.
9i1: Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing on various properties declared dilapidated.
9i2: Resolution Declaring Structures Dilapidated
Adoption of a resolution declaring listed structures as dilapidated.
9j1: Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures
Public hearing on various properties declared unsecured.
9j2: Resolution Declaring Structures Unsecured
Adoption of a resolution declaring listed structures as unsecured.
9k1: Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing on various properties declared abandoned.
9k2: Resolution Declaring Buildings Abandoned
Adoption of a resolution declaring listed buildings as abandoned.
9l: Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust for Bakery Bling
Resolution for a $400,000 allocation to Bakery Bling LLC for job creation and economic development, moving headquarters to Oklahoma City.
9m: Resolution for Bar K Dog Park Project
Resolution for a $750,000 allocation from Increment District #2 for the Bar K Dog Park project in the Boathouse District.
9n: Resolution Declaring Park Lot A Creston Hills Surplus
Resolution declaring a portion of park lot A Creston Hills Edition surplus for public park purposes, authorizing action to vacate the plat for future redevelopment of a vacant school building.
9o: Resolution Establishing MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board
Resolution to establish the MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board as required by ordinance, including proposed subcommittees.
9p1: Resolution Authorizing Confession of Judgment in Carroll and A1 v Oklahoma City
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in a legal case.
9q1: Claim Recommended for Denial
Consideration of a claim recommended for denial.
10a1: Claims Recommended for Approval (A-F)
Approval of various claims.
11a: Resolution Approving Travel for Council Members Cooper and Nice
Approval of travel and reimbursement for Council members James Cooper and Nikki Nice to attend the National League of Cities 2020 Congressional City Conference.
12: City Manager Report - Downtown Parking Study Final Report
Presentation of the final report on the Downtown Parking Study, outlining findings and recommendations for parking management.