Meeting Summary
The city council meeting covered a range of topics including recognition of outstanding citizens, approval of various permits for community events, and several zoning changes. Key discussions also involved the proposed Harmony School affordable housing project and renovations to the Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge. The meeting concluded with reports from the police and fire departments on public safety initiatives and a public comment section addressing concerns about 5G technology and property damage claims.
Key Decisions & Votes
Teacher of the Month Recognition
00:06:40Resolution recognizing Kyla Johnson as Teacher of the Month for March 2020 by Mustang Public Schools and the Rotary Club of Oklahoma City was adopted unanimously.
Employee of the Month Recognition
00:09:50Resolution recognizing Elizabeth Farago as Employee of the Month for March 2020 by the South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club was adopted unanimously.
Appointments
00:10:48Items C through I regarding appointments were approved unanimously.
Journal of Council Proceedings
00:11:20Two items related to the journal of council proceedings were approved unanimously.
Revocable Permit for OU Cycling Club Land Rondae
00:15:58A joint revocable permit with the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust and University of Oklahoma Cycling Club to hold the Land Rondae 2020 was approved unanimously.
Revocable Permit for Run Lucky 5K
00:17:40A revocable right-of-way use permit with Inmotive Oklahoma to hold Run Lucky 5K and Mission Mile Fun Run was approved unanimously.
Revocable Permit for Open Streets
00:19:30A revocable right-of-way use permit with the Oklahoma City County Health Department to hold Open Streets on April 5th was approved unanimously.
Revocable Permit for Thunder Run
00:21:10A revocable right-of-way use permit with the Professional Basketball Club LLC to hold the Thunder Run on March 7th was approved unanimously.
Consent Docket
00:24:50All items on the consent docket, with one item deferred, were approved unanimously. This included an amendment to an economic development agreement for 'The Edge' resulting in a $700,000 TIF refund and a $3 million commitment to the First National project.
Concurrence Docket
00:25:50Items A through I on the concurrence docket were approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 3716 S. Mabel Ave
00:27:30Zoning change from R1 to I1 at 3716 South Mabel Avenue was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 827 N. Cemetery Rd
00:29:00Zoning change from C3 to I1 at 827 North Cemetery Road was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 5000 N. Post Rd
00:29:50Zoning change from AA to RA2 at 5000 North Post Road was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 600 W. John Kilpatrick Turnpike
00:33:40Zoning change from PUD 380 to PUD 1745 at 600 West John Kilpatrick Turnpike was approved with a 7-1 vote.
Zoning Change 7900 NW 89th St
00:34:50Zoning change from PUD262 to PUD 1747 at 7900 Northwest 89th Street was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 1308 N. Pennsylvania
00:38:00Zoning change from SPD65 to SPUD1173 at 1308 North Pennsylvania was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 1801 NW 39th
00:42:00Zoning change from R1 to SPUD 1177 at 1801 Northwest 39th was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 505 Oakdale Dr
00:45:00Zoning change from SPD 709 to SPUD-1181 at 505 Oakdale Drive was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 12200 N. Piedmont Rd
00:46:00Zoning change from AA to SPUD-1182 at 12200 North Piedmont Road was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 3312 NW 135th St
00:46:50Zoning change from PUD 249 to SPUD-1185 at 3312 Northwest 135th Street was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change 4101 & 4107 S. Shields Blvd
00:48:00Zoning change from R2 to SPUD-1186 at 4101 and 4107 South Shields Boulevard was approved unanimously.
Special Permit for Helipad
00:50:20An ordinance on final hearing for a special permit to operate a transportation facility (helipad) in the I2 moderate industrial district at 5505 South Portland was approved unanimously.
Mechanical Code Ordinance
00:51:00An ordinance on final hearing regarding the mechanical code was approved unanimously, including an emergency declaration.
Resolution for International Mechanical Code
00:51:40A resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the International Mechanical Code was approved unanimously.
Plumbing Code Ordinance
00:52:10An ordinance on final hearing relating to the plumbing code was approved unanimously, including an emergency declaration.
Resolution for International Plumbing Code
00:52:50A resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the International Plumbing Code was approved unanimously.
Resolution for International Fuel Gas Code
00:53:20A resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the International Fuel Gas Code was approved unanimously.
No Parking Restriction Ordinance
00:54:20An ordinance on final hearing establishing a no parking any time restriction on the east side of Bloomfield Place between Northwest 189th Street and Northwest 192nd Street was approved unanimously.
Street Improvement Assessment District Ordinance
00:55:20An ordinance on final hearing adopting and ratifying the assessment role for Street Improvement Assessment District number 1626 and Thornberry Place edition was approved unanimously.
Traffic and Municipal Court Ordinance Introduction
01:03:00An ordinance to be introduced, set for public hearing on March 17th and final hearing on March 31st, relating to motor vehicles traffic in municipal court (parking restrictions along streetcar line) was introduced unanimously.
Dilapidated Structures Resolution
01:06:00A resolution declaring certain structures dilapidated was adopted unanimously.
Unsecured Structures Resolution
01:08:00A resolution declaring certain structures unsecured was adopted unanimously.
Abandoned Buildings Resolution
01:11:00A resolution declaring certain buildings abandoned was adopted unanimously.
Harmony School Project Allocation Introduction
01:25:00A resolution to be introduced and set for public hearing and final consideration on March 17th, approving an allocation of up to $200,000 to One Red Oak LLC for the Harmony School project, was introduced unanimously.
Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge Allocation Introduction
01:39:00A resolution to be introduced and set for public hearing and final consideration on March 17th, approving an allocation of $5.9 million for the Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge and other improvements, was introduced unanimously.
Salary Continuation for Lt. David Tucker
01:39:40A resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Lieutenant David Tucker was approved unanimously.
Executive Session - Knutson v. City of OKC
01:40:20A motion to go into executive session to receive communications regarding Knutson v. City of OKC was approved unanimously.
Executive Session - Wandik v. City of OKC
01:40:50A motion to go into executive session to receive communications regarding Wandik v. City of OKC was approved unanimously.
Claims Recommended for Denial
01:50:00Four claims recommended for denial, including one related to property damage during a police search, were denied unanimously based on state law regarding filing deadlines and city exemption.
Claims Recommended for Approval
01:50:50Claims recommended for approval were approved unanimously.
Appointment of Jason Gladwell as Municipal Judge
01:51:50A resolution appointing Jason Gladwell as municipal judge, effective May 26th, was adopted unanimously.
Small Cell Towers Ordinance Introduction
01:53:00An ordinance to be introduced, set for public hearing March 17th and final hearing on April 14th, relating to zoning and planning code specifically for small cell towers, was introduced unanimously.
Upcoming Community Events
OU Cycling Club Land Rondae 2020
Combination of collegiate and non-collegiate riders from Oklahoma, Texas, and surrounding states. Road race and time trial at Draper Lake, with a 13.5-mile loop. Races start at 9 AM and end around 5 PM. Parking and staging at recreational areas on the north side of the lake.
Run Lucky 5K and Mission Mile Fun Run
10th year of the event, raising funds for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.
Open Streets
Located in Uptown on 23rd Street between Robinson and Western. Street closed to traffic for active lifestyles like walking and biking. Expected to have 60 activity vendors and 15 food trucks.
Thunder Run
Third annual event, includes Rumble Family Fun Run at 9 AM and Thunder Run 5K at 9:30 AM. Street closures from 5 AM to around 11 AM.
Ward 7 Breakfast
Hosted at the ICY Drench Center for Black History Month, featuring Mr. Al Bao discussing his father's legacy.
Ralph Ellison Foundation Gala
Featured Don Katz, founder of Audible, and dancers performing to Ellison's words.
Museum for You
Free day at the Science Museum for residents of Northeast Oklahoma City and others interested.
Fireman's Award Banquet
Held at the new Embassy Suites Hotel, recognizing bravery and loyalty of firefighters.
Sound the Alarm Campaign
Canvassing in Capitol Hill and Capitol View neighborhoods with the Red Cross to install smoke alarms.
Financial Matters
The Edge Economic Development Agreement Amendment
Amendment to the economic development agreement for 'The Edge' will result in a refund of $700,000 in TIF allocation to the city. 'The Edge' will commit $3 million in assistance to the First National project.
Harmony School Project Allocation
Resolution to approve an allocation of up to $200,000 to One Red Oak LLC for the Harmony School affordable housing project. The total project cost is $9.115 million, with a gap of $1.352 million, of which $1 million is requested from the city and the remainder deferred by developers.
Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge and Improvements Allocation
Resolution to approve an allocation of $5.9 million for the Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge and other improvements. The total project budget is $8.6 million, with the balance to be raised privately.
Public Comments
Public comments included a resident expressing concerns about groundwater flooding and the city's liability, several residents raising alarms about the health and property value impacts of 5G technology, and a resident commending the city's enforcement of permits for a proposed grocery store.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Discussion on groundwater flooding claim for Rick Carter's property to be placed on the next council agenda for executive session.
Deadlines
- RFQ/RFP for Oklahoma City Housing Authority project on MLK by this Friday.
Watch For
- Public hearing and final consideration for Harmony School Project allocation on March 17th.
- Public hearing and final consideration for Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge allocation on March 17th.
- Public hearing on March 17th and final hearing on March 31st for the ordinance related to parking restrictions along the streetcar line.
- Public hearing on March 17th and final hearing on April 14th for the ordinance relating to zoning and planning code for small cell towers.
- Further discussion on creating an African-American Historic Commission.
- Consideration of designating March 23rd as Dr. J.H. Tucker Day.
Announcements
- Kyla Johnson recognized as Teacher of the Month for March 2020.
- Elizabeth Farago recognized as Employee of the Month for March 2020.
- Women's History Month is being celebrated, with a focus on 'Valiant Women of the Vote' and recognition of pioneering Oklahoma women.
- Job opportunities for teens at Shiloh Camp, Boathouse District, and the Zoo.
- Creative Mornings hosted a discussion on community and education.
- Ward 2 hosted U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren's campaign event.
- Ralph Ellison Foundation Gala held, featuring Don Katz of Audible.
- Thoughts extended to young people at Oakdale girls basketball team and Harding, and Oklahoma Christian for their response to a recruiter incident.
- Major Leverage's grandmother, Ms. Camilla Brown, celebrated her 100th birthday.
- Homelessness task force meetings were held by city staff and Analytic Insight.
- Today is election day, and all Embark fixed route, zone one paratransit, and streetcar services are free all day.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation by Laurie Walke, Pastor of Mayflower Congregational UCC Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Lillian Easter of Cub Scouts Pack 1500.
Resolution recognizing Kyla Johnson as Teacher of the Month
Recognition of Kyla Johnson for her dedication to early childhood education in Mustang Public Schools.
Resolution recognizing Elizabeth Farago as Employee of the Month
Recognition of Elizabeth Farago, Senior Court Clerk for the Office of Court Services, for her dedication and customer service.
Appointments (Items C-I)
Various appointments to city boards and commissions.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the minutes from previous council meetings.
Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Requests for deferrals and striking of various agenda items.
Revocable Permit for OU Cycling Club Land Rondae 2020
Joint revocable permit with OKC Water Utilities Trust and OU Cycling Club for a cycling event.
Revocable Permit for Run Lucky 5K and Mission Mile Fun Run
Revocable right-of-way use permit with Inmotive Oklahoma for a charity run.
Revocable Permit for Open Streets
Revocable right-of-way use permit with OKC County Health Department for the Open Streets event.
Revocable Permit for Thunder Run
Revocable right-of-way use permit with Professional Basketball Club LLC for the Thunder Run.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items A-E
Various items for the OCMFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items A-B
Various items for the OCPPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items A-C
Various items for the OCEAT.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative and operational items.
Concurrence Docket (Items A-I)
Approval of items previously reviewed by other city bodies.
Zoning Change 3716 S. Mabel Ave (R1 to I1)
Rezoning for industrial use.
Zoning Change 827 N. Cemetery Rd (C3 to I1)
Rezoning for light industrial use.
Zoning Change 5000 N. Post Rd (AA to RA2)
Rezoning to split a lot into two.
Zoning Change 600 W. John Kilpatrick Turnpike (PUD 380 to PUD 1745)
Rezoning for mixed-use development mirroring Chisholm Creek, including commercial and multi-family elements.
Zoning Change 7900 NW 89th St (PUD262 to PUD 1747)
Adds commercial uses to an existing PUD.
Zoning Change 1308 N. Pennsylvania (SPD65 to SPUD1173)
Permit for commercial development, specifically medical marijuana growing.
Zoning Change 1801 NW 39th (R1 to SPUD 1177)
Rezoning for three individual single-family homes.
Zoning Change 505 Oakdale Dr (SPD 709 to SPUD-1181)
Rezoning from crops and tilapia to marijuana cultivation.
Zoning Change 12200 N. Piedmont Rd (AA to SPUD-1182)
Rezoning for personal storage facility.
Zoning Change 3312 NW 135th St (PUD 249 to SPUD-1185)
Rezoning for a project with unanimous planning commission approval.
Zoning Change 4101 & 4107 S. Shields Blvd (R2 to SPUD-1186)
Rezoning to bring more affordable housing into the area.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Special Permit for Helipad
Ordinance for a special permit to operate a helipad at 5505 South Portland.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Mechanical Code
Final consideration of the mechanical code ordinance.
Resolution: International Mechanical Code Adoption
Resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the International Mechanical Code.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Plumbing Code
Final consideration of the plumbing code ordinance.
Resolution: International Plumbing Code Adoption
Resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the International Plumbing Code.
Resolution: International Fuel Gas Code Adoption
Resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the International Fuel Gas Code.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: No Parking Restriction
Ordinance establishing a no parking any time restriction on Bloomfield Place.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Street Improvement Assessment District
Ordinance adopting and ratifying the assessment role for Street Improvement Assessment District number 1626 and Thornberry Place edition.
Ordinance Introduction: Motor Vehicles Traffic in Municipal Court
Ordinance to be introduced regarding parking restrictions along the streetcar line.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing regarding listed dilapidated structures.
Resolution: Declaring Structures Dilapidated
Resolution declaring certain structures dilapidated.
Public Hearing: Unsecured Structures
Public hearing regarding listed unsecured structures.
Resolution: Declaring Structures Unsecured
Resolution declaring certain structures unsecured.
Public Hearing: Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing regarding listed abandoned buildings.
Resolution: Declaring Buildings Abandoned
Resolution declaring certain buildings abandoned.
Resolution Introduction: Harmony School Project Allocation
Resolution to be introduced for an allocation to One Red Oak LLC for the Harmony School affordable housing project.
Resolution Introduction: Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge Allocation
Resolution to be introduced for an allocation for Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge and other improvements.
Resolution: Salary Continuation for Lt. David Tucker
Resolution approving salary continuation for Lieutenant David Tucker.
Executive Session: Knutson v. City of OKC
Executive session to receive communications regarding the case Knutson v. City of OKC.
Executive Session: Wandik v. City of OKC
Executive session to receive communications regarding the case Wandik v. City of OKC.
Claims Recommended for Denial
Consideration of claims recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval
Consideration of claims recommended for approval.
Resolution: Appointing Jason Gladwell as Municipal Judge
Resolution appointing Jason Gladwell as municipal judge.
Ordinance Introduction: Zoning and Planning Code (Small Cell Towers)
Ordinance to be introduced relating to zoning and planning code for small cell towers.
City Manager Reports
Reports from the Police and Fire Departments on public safety initiatives.
Citizens to be Heard
Public comments from citizens on various topics.