Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several key economic development projects, including a $400,000 allocation for Bakery Bling to establish a manufacturing facility and a $750,000 allocation for the Bar K Dog Park in the Boathouse District. A MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board was established, and a downtown parking study presented strategies for improved management and shared parking. The council also addressed various zoning cases and administrative items.
Key Decisions & Votes
Resolution for Battalion Chief Chris Black
03:20The council unanimously approved a resolution recognizing Battalion Chief Chris Black as the 2019 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year for his 27 years of service.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for Stockyard City St. Patrick's Day Parade
10:00A permit was unanimously approved for Stockyard City Main Street to hold its annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 14th.
Convention Center 4th Street Canopies Project
27:00The council approved the preliminary report for a $4 million project to install canopies along 4th Street, despite some concerns about cost-effectiveness.
Rezoning 9120 & 9200 W Wilshire Blvd from R1 to AA
55:00A rezoning request to change 10.8 acres from R1 to agriculture (AA) to allow for medical marijuana cultivation and livestock was approved by a 5-4 vote, despite public opposition.
Rezoning 2400 NW 36th St for Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy
1:10:00An ordinance to rezone a former elementary school site to SPUD 1180 for the Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy was unanimously adopted with an emergency clause, enabling the repurposing of the vacant building for community services.
Ordinance Update for Transporting a Pistol in a Vehicle
1:11:00An ordinance updating city regulations to comply with state law regarding the transportation of pistols in vehicles was approved by a 7-2 vote.
Joint Resolution for Bakery Bling Economic Development Allocation
1:35:00A joint resolution to allocate $400,000 for job creation economic development centers with Bakery Bling LLC, which plans to establish a manufacturing facility in a repurposed Walmart, was introduced.
Resolution for Bar K Dog Park Project TIF Allocation
1:49:00A resolution to allocate $750,000 from Increment District Number Two for the Bar K Dog Park project in the Boathouse District was introduced.
Resolution Declaring Park Lot A Creston Hills Surplus
1:53:00A resolution declaring a portion of park lot A Creston Hills Edition surplus for public park purposes, allowing for the vacation of the plat and future redevelopment of a vacant school building, was approved.
Resolution Establishing MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board
2:06:00A resolution establishing the MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board was approved by an 8-1 vote, following the failure of an amendment to remove the word 'Citizens' from the board's name.
Resolution Authorizing Confession of Judgment in Carroll and A1 v Oklahoma City
2:07:00A resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Carroll and A1 v Oklahoma City was unanimously approved.
Claim Recommended for Denial
2:07:40A claim recommended for denial was unanimously approved.
Travel and Reimbursement for Council Members Cooper and Knights
2:09:00A resolution approving travel and reimbursement for Council members James Cooper and Nikki Knights to attend the National League of Cities 2020 Congressional City Conference was unanimously approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Stockyard City St. Patrick's Day Parade
10 AM, free to the public, led by the Chain Ranch Longhorns.
Black History Month Events
Various events at the Ralph Ellison Library and OKC Black Restaurant Weeks (okc.com, okcblackeats.com).
FD Moon Meeting
6-7 PM, to review plans and discuss the $4.5 million MAPS 4 for Kids project for the school.
Women's March
Hosted at Scissortail Park.
Teacher Appreciation Foundation Awards
Honored dignitaries, cafeteria workers, and teachers; awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Millwood.
Best Friends of Pets Free Spay/Neuter Program
Available in the 73111 zip code. Call 405-550-5109 for information.
How to Transit Event
Took the bus from the Plaza District to the downtown transit terminal and the streetcar to Factory Obscura.
Putnam City Head of Education Speaking
10 AM, in Windsor Hills.
Financial Matters
Convention Center 4th Street Canopies Project
Project to install canopies along 4th Street, part of the convention center development.
Bakery Bling Economic Development Allocation
Allocation to provide for job creation economic development centers with Bakery Bling LLC, which plans to repurpose an abandoned Walmart building.
Bar K Dog Park Project TIF Allocation
Allocation from Increment District Number Two for the Bar K Dog Park project, which combines a dog park with a bar, restaurant, and event space.
MAPS 4 for Kids Project (FD Moon School)
Project for FD Moon school, including a new elevator, restroom renovations, and a fire sprinkler system.
Public Comments
Public comments primarily focused on the rezoning request for medical marijuana cultivation, with residents expressing strong concerns about potential negative impacts on property values, public health due to pesticides and herbicides, and public safety in residential areas. Additional comments addressed ongoing issues with scooter management, neglected sidewalks, and the lack of accessible pedestrian pathways around construction sites, particularly for individuals with disabilities.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 9a10 (Rezoning 1625 NW 16th Street) deferred for two weeks.
- Item 9d (Ordinance update for marijuana vaping, with proposed amendment) deferred for two weeks.
- Item 9i1d (Dilapidated structure at 1100 S Robinson) deferred for two weeks.
- Item 9k1d (Abandoned building) deferred.
Deadlines
- February 7th: Deadline to register or update voter registration for the March 3rd election (Parks petition).
- February 18th: Public hearing and final consideration for Bakery Bling and Bar K Dog Park allocations.
- February 18th: Public hearing for Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fuel Gas Code updates.
- March 3rd: Final hearing for Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fuel Gas Code updates.
- March 3rd: Election for the Parks petition.
Watch For
- Final plans and cost estimate for the 4th Street canopies project (expected in June or sooner).
- Redevelopment process for the former school building at Creston Hills, including neighborhood input and an RFP for adaptive reuse.
- MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board appointments, with applications expected to be open for at least a month.
- Further discussions and potential solutions for artificial walkways for pedestrians during construction.
Announcements
- Battalion Chief Chris Black was recognized as the 2019 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year.
- Mama J Jesse Jordan, a centenarian (105.5 years old) and friend of Ralph Ellison, passed away.
- Raymond Santana of the Exonerated Five spoke at Oklahoma Christian University for Black History Month.
- Black History Month events are ongoing at the Ralph Ellison Library and through OKC Black Restaurant Weeks.
- The national theme for Black History Month is 'African Americans and the Vote,' highlighting the importance of voting rights.
- Scissortail Park hosted the Women's March on January 25th.
- The Teacher Appreciation Foundation Awards honored teachers and staff, including a $1,000 scholarship to Millwood.
- Councilwoman Nice shared her eye-opening experience participating in the Point in Time Count for homelessness.
- Councilwoman Hammond is researching Oklahoma City's Black History, including segregated schools and parks.
- Embark Transit Service hosted a successful 'How to Transit' event with over 20 attendees, including Oklahoma People First.
- Condolences were extended to the Moore High School cross country team and community following a recent tragedy.
- Westbury South and Musgrave Pennington neighborhood associations held successful meetings.
- Councilman Cooper acknowledged as the first biracial/black person elected to City Council outside Ward 7, and shared the legacy of Chef Charles E. Jones Sr., a distinguished African-American chef in Ward 2.
Agenda Summary
Resolution for Battalion Chief Chris Black
Recognizing Battalion Chief Chris Black for 27 years of service, exemplary leadership, and dedication to the Oklahoma City Fire Department.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the minutes from previous council proceedings.
Request for Uncontested Continuances (Item 5)
Administrative update on various properties, with many items being 'stricken' due to owners securing properties or requiring re-notification for additional structures.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Stockyard City Main Street
Permit to hold the annual Stockyard City St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items A-H
Approval of routine administrative items for the Municipal Facilities Authority.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPA) Items
Approval of routine administrative items for the Public Property Authority.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Claims and Payroll
Approval of claims and payroll for the Environmental Assistance Trust.
Consent Docket Item AP: Convention Center 4th Street Canopies Project
Preliminary report on a project to install canopies along 4th Street between the Omni Hotel and the Convention Center to enhance the pedestrian experience.
Remaining Consent Docket Items
Approval of all other routine administrative and minor legislative items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket Items A-M
Approval of various items on the concurrence docket.
9a1: Rezoning 10900 NW 119th Street
Rezoning from PUD 789 to R2.
9a2: Rezoning 10603 N I-35 Service Road
Rezoning from CHC to C3.
9a3: Rezoning 6929 NE 115th
Rezoning from AA to RA2.
9a4: Rezoning 9120 and 9200 W Wilshire Boulevard
Rezoning from R1 to AA (agriculture) to allow for medical marijuana cultivation and existing livestock.
9a5: Rezoning 217 NE 15th Street
Rezoning from R1 to R2 to permit the construction of a duplex.
9a6: Rezoning 924 SW 59th Street
Rezoning from SPUD 726 to C3 (community commercial district).
9a7: Rezoning 12000 NW 122nd Street
Rezoning from AA to R1.
9a8: Rezoning 9605 High Noon Road
Rezoning from R1 to PUD 1739 to allow for multi-family development.
9a9: Rezoning 4545 N Lincoln
Rezoning from I2 and C3 to PUD 1741 for the Lincoln Plaza area development.
9a10: Rezoning 1625 NW 16th Street
Rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1160.
9a11: Rezoning 141 NE 26th
Rezoning from R1 to SPD 1175 to permit a mixed-use residential and commercial development, including historic restoration.
9a12: Rezoning 1709 and 1715 NW 11th Street
Rezoning from R2 to SPD 1179 to permit multi-family development.
9b1: Amendment to Master Design Statement for 2400 NW 36th Street
Amendment related to the repurposing of a former elementary school site for the Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy.
9b2: Ordinance on final hearing at 2400 NW 36th Street
Rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1180 for the Sequoia Learning and Wellness Academy.
9c: Ordinance update for 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 for 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: Remove 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: Establish 60-degree 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: Related parking item for new development
Approval of a parking-related item specific to a new development.
9e4: Related parking item for new development
Approval of a parking-related item specific to a new development.
9e5: Related parking item for new development
Approval of a parking-related item specific to a new development.
9e6: Related parking item for new development
Approval of a parking-related item specific to a new development.
9f1: Ordinance to be introduced (Mechanical Code update)
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Mechanical Code.
9f2: Resolution (Mechanical Code update process)
Resolution outlining the process for the mechanical code update, requiring three meetings.
9g1: Ordinance to be introduced (Plumbing Code update)
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Plumbing Code.
9g2: Resolution (Plumbing Code update process)
Resolution outlining the process for the plumbing code update, requiring three meetings.
9h: Resolution to be introduced (Fuel Gas Code update)
Introduction of a resolution to adopt the 2015 International Fuel Gas Code.
9i1: Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing for consideration of various structures declared dilapidated.
9i2: Resolution declaring structures dilapidated
Resolution declaring structures listed under 9i1 (except deferred) as dilapidated.
9j1: Public hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing for consideration of various structures declared unsecured.
9j2: Resolution declaring structures unsecured
Resolution declaring structures listed under 9j1 (except stricken) as unsecured.
9k1: Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing for consideration of various buildings declared abandoned.
9k2: Resolution declaring buildings abandoned
Resolution declaring buildings listed under 9k1 (except stricken/deferred) as abandoned.
9l: Joint resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust for Bakery Bling
Approving an allocation of $400,000 to provide for job creation economic development centers with Bakery Bling LLC.
9m: Resolution for Bar K Dog Park project
Approving an allocation of $750,000 from Increment District Number Two related to the Bar K Dog Park project.
9n: Resolution declaring park lot A Creston Hills surplus
Declaring a portion of park lot A Creston Hills Edition surplus for public park purposes and authorizing the municipal counselor to vacate that portion of the plat for future redevelopment.
9o: Resolution establishing MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board
Establishing a MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board as required by ordinance number 26255.
9p1: Resolution authorizing confession of judgment
Authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Carroll and A1 v Oklahoma City.
9q1: Claim recommended for denial
Consideration of a claim recommended for denial.
10a1: Claims recommended for approval, Items A-F
Approval of various claims recommended for approval.
11a: Resolution approving travel for Council members
Approving travel and reimbursement of travel-related expenses for Council members James Cooper and Nikki Knights to attend the National League of Cities 2020 Congressional City Conference.