Meeting Summary
The Oklahoma City Council meeting saw the approval of an ordinance allowing urban hens and quail with a 30-foot setback from adjacent dwellings, following extensive discussion and a 6-3 vote. The council also approved the first allocation of ARPA funds totaling $43 million for various city projects, including critical infrastructure, public safety, and parks. Additionally, a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 123 was approved, and several zoning changes for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments were passed.
Key Decisions & Votes
Urban Hens and Quail Ordinance
00:20:00An ordinance amending zoning and planning code to allow urban hens and quail was approved with a 30-foot setback from adjacent dwellings, despite a last-minute attempt to increase the setback distance.
ARPA Funds First Allocation
00:44:00The council approved the first allocation of $43 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for projects including critical infrastructure, public safety, transportation, and parks and recreation improvements.
Collective Bargaining Agreement (FOP Lodge 123)
01:30:00A collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 123 for fiscal year 2021-2022 was approved, including a 4.3% pay plan adjustment and the addition of Juneteenth as a holiday.
Zoning Change: 1101 North Bryant Avenue
01:00:00An ordinance to rezone 1101 North Bryant Avenue from R1 to C3 was approved unanimously.
Zoning Change: 1512 and 1518 Southeast 15th
01:01:00An ordinance to rezone 1512 and 1518 Southeast 15th from C3 with AE2 overlay to I2 with AE2 overlay for industrial use development was approved.
Zoning Change: 1730 Southeast Grand
01:02:00An ordinance to rezone 1730 Southeast Grand from R1 and I2 to I2 to consolidate existing mixed residential industrial base for industrial development was approved.
Zoning Change: 3225 Northwest 192nd Street
01:03:00An ordinance to rezone 3225 Northwest 192nd Street from O1 and PUD 1686 to PUD 1786 was approved.
Zoning Change: 1320 Northwest 178th Street
01:04:00An ordinance to rezone 1320 Northwest 178th Street from R1 to PUD 1855, including an amendment to the master design statement, was approved.
Zoning Change: 9600 Northeast 150th
01:17:00An ordinance to rezone 9600 Northeast 150th from PUD 1323 to PUD 1860 to permit residential development was approved.
Zoning Change: 3300 South Mustang Road
01:18:00An ordinance to rezone 3300 South Mustang Road from PUD 1350 to PUD 1861 was approved.
Zoning Change: 14801 North Morgan Road
01:19:00An ordinance to rezone 14801 North Morgan Road from AA to PUD 1862 for a Habitat for Humanity project was approved.
Zoning Change: 19300 North May
01:21:00An ordinance to rezone 19300 North May from PUD 1559 to PUD 1863 for mixed residential and commercial development was approved.
Zoning Change: 13100 Memorial Springs Court
01:22:00An ordinance to rezone 13100 Memorial Springs Court from PUD 1745 to PUD 1865, increasing multi-family residential units, was approved.
Zoning Change: 1315 South Macarthur
01:25:00An ordinance to rezone 1315 South Macarthur from PUD 1020 to PUD 1866 was approved.
Zoning Change: 659 First Americans Boulevard
01:26:00An ordinance to rezone 659 First Americans Boulevard from R1 and I3 to PUD 1867 for mixed-use development was approved, with discussion on the removal of the scenic river overlay.
Zoning Change: 7901 South Peably Road
01:36:00An ordinance to rezone 7901 South Peably Road from AA to PUD 1868 for the construction of an On-Cue was approved.
Zoning Change: 8820 South Pennsylvania
01:36:00An ordinance to rezone 8820 South Pennsylvania from C3 to SPUD 1340 was approved after the resolution of a protest.
Zoning Change: 316 Northeast 9th
01:37:00An ordinance to rezone 316 Northeast 9th from PUD 1531 and PUD 1050 to SPUD 1354 for mixed office, commercial, and medical use in the Innovation District was approved.
Zoning Change: 2126 Northwest 16th
01:39:00An ordinance to rezone 2126 Northwest 16th from R1 to SPUD 1359 for the redevelopment of an auxiliary dwelling unit was approved.
Zoning Change: 15200 Crown at Lone Oak Road
01:41:00An ordinance to rezone 15200 Crown at Lone Oak Road from PUD 706 to SPUD 1360 for a luxury pet hotel and spa was approved.
Zoning Change: 5725 South Harvey Court
01:42:00An ordinance to rezone 5725 South Harvey Court from R4 to SPUD 1364 for an auto repair shop was approved.
Zoning Change: 10901 Northwestern
01:43:00An ordinance to rezone 10901 Northwestern from R1 to SPUD 1365 for an event center was approved.
Drainage Easement Closure: Northwest 23rd and John Kilpatrick Turnpike
01:44:00An ordinance to close approximately 110 feet of a 15-foot wide drainage easement at Northwest 23rd and John Kilpatrick Turnpike was approved.
Alley Closure: Putnam Heights Edition
01:45:00An ordinance to close a 75-foot portion of the east-west alley in Block 3 of the Putnam Heights Edition was approved.
Reserved Parking for Disabled: Northwestern Avenue
01:46:00An ordinance establishing a reserved parking space for the physically disabled on the east side of Northwestern Avenue near Northwest 10th was approved.
90-Degree Angle Parking: South Laird
01:46:00An ordinance establishing 90-degree angle parking in a setback parking area on the east side of South Laird near Southeast Fifth was approved.
Reserved Parking for Disabled: South Laird
01:47:00An ordinance establishing seven reserved parking spaces for the physically disabled on the east side of South Laird near Southeast Fifth was approved.
Animal Welfare Officers Authority Ordinance
01:48:00An ordinance relating to the authority of animal welfare officers to enter private property was approved.
Dilapidated Structures Resolution
01:50:00A resolution declaring several structures as dilapidated was approved.
Unsecured Structures Resolution
01:51:00A resolution declaring several structures as unsecured was approved.
Abandoned Buildings Resolution
01:52:00A resolution declaring several buildings as abandoned was approved.
Water Utilities Trust Indebtedness
01:52:00A resolution authorizing the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust to incur indebtedness up to $31.645 million for water improvements, including potential loan forgiveness, was approved.
Confess Judgment: Jaegers v. City of OKC
02:11:00A resolution authorizing the municipal council to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Jaegers v. City of OKC was approved after an executive session.
Upcoming Community Events
Allied Arts Month
Proclaimed by Mayor Holt, celebrating the arts and encouraging community participation. Allied Arts aims to raise over $3.6 million this year.
OKC Pop-Up Series: Hello Spring Festival
A family-friendly outdoor entertainment event focusing on South Oklahoma City, supporting independent business owners.
Black History Month Contest (Thunder)
Visit the Thunder's website for more information.
Sheryl Brown Henderson at Oklahoma Christian
History Speaks event at Oklahoma Christian University.
Financial Matters
Investment Report
Acknowledged the finance department's treasury division for managing the city's significant investment portfolio.
Sales Tax Report
Reported extremely strong sales tax growth at over 20% for the month and 18% for the year, with combined sales and use tax $24 million above budget. A budget amendment will be discussed.
Hotel Tax Collections Report
Hotel tax collections were 62% above the prior year (due to COVID-19 impact) and 4% above FY20, indicating good recovery in the hotel industry.
Interim Financial Report
Through December, revenues were approximately $29 million above expenditures, with further discussion planned for the budget workshop and a potential budget amendment.
ARPA Funds Allocation
First allocation of ARPA funds for critical infrastructure, public safety, transportation, and parks/recreation projects.
Water Utilities Trust Indebtedness
Authorization for the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust to incur indebtedness for water improvements at Draper, Hefner, and for water line replacements, including potential loan forgiveness of up to $1.1 million.
Public Comments
Public comments included a representative from SSM Health advocating for urban agriculture to address food insecurity, a resident expressing concerns about industrial zoning near residential areas, and a non-profit director seeking information on ARPA funding for arts organizations and sustainability initiatives.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 3a and 3c (Office of the Mayor presentations) deferred to February 15th
- Item 9bh deferred to February 15th
- Item 11ah deferred to February 15th
- Item 11t (SPUD 1362) stricken to correct notices
- Item 11f (3401 East Britain Road zoning change) deferred for two weeks to February 15th for a community meeting
- Item 11ad (Public hearing on vehicles for hire ordinance change) to be voted on at the next meeting
Deadlines
- ARPA funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024
- ARPA projects must be completed by December 31, 2026
Watch For
- Budget workshop next week to discuss sales tax growth and inflation
- Further discussions on ARPA funding for housing projects and non-profit support
- Updates on the SP 550 community meeting for citizens and applicants
- Redistricting process feedback and engagement opportunities
- Future phases of the First Americans Boulevard mixed-use development
Announcements
- February 2022 proclaimed as Allied Arts Month.
- Battalion Chief Jason Smith recognized as 2021 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year.
- Today marks the first day of Black History Month.
- Increased ridership on EMBARK Route 8 (formerly Route 18) by 59.69% due to increased frequency.
- Commendation for EMBARK bus drivers for assisting individuals to cold weather shelters.
- Oklahoma City Thunder acknowledged East End District and Florence's restaurant for Black History Month.
- Black History Month contest by the Thunder.
- Community meeting held for northeast Oklahoma City residents with city staff.
- Cheryl Brown Henderson to speak at Oklahoma Christian on February 7th.
- La Vida Breath is the first African-American Risk Management Manager for the city.
- Dr. Mautra S. Jones is the official president and first female and woman of color at Oklahoma City Community College.
- Bob Tiener, Development Services Director, is retiring after 40 years of service.
Agenda Summary
Item 3a and 3c
Office of the Mayor presentations for honorees.
Allied Arts Month Proclamation
Proclamation recognizing February 2022 as Allied Arts Month.
Battalion Chief Jason Smith Recognition
Resolution recognizing Battalion Chief Jason Smith as 2021 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year.
Item 4a: Urban Hens and Quail Ordinance
Ordinance on final hearing to amend zoning and planning code chapter 59 relating to chickens and quail.
Item 5: City Manager Reports
Investment report, sales tax report, hotel tax collections report, and interim financial report.
Item 6a and 6b
Journal of Council Proceedings.
Item 7: Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Various items deferred or withdrawn from the agenda.
Item 8a: Revocable Permit for OKC Pop-Up Series
Revocable permit with Pop-Up Entertainment and Events Group for the 'Hello Spring Festival'.
OCMFA Items a through g
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority items.
OCPPA Items a through e
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority items.
Item 9s
Consent Docket item pulled for separate vote.
Item 9aj: Super Span Repair
Approval of construction contract for repairs to the Super Span drainage facility near Penn Square Mall.
Item 9ar: Northwest 39th Street Enhancement Project
Update on the Better Streets Safer City 2017 bond project.
Item 9af: Bricktown Police Station and Processing Center Renovations
Clarification on ward boundaries for the project.
Item 9bj: ARPA Funds Allocation
Presentation and approval of the first allocation of ARPA funds for city projects.
Remainder of Consent Docket
Various consent agenda items.
Item 10a through 10f
Concurrent Docket items.
Item 11a: 1101 North Bryant Avenue Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R1 to C3.
Item 11b: 1512 and 1518 Southeast 15th Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from C3 with AE2 overlay to I2 with AE2 overlay.
Item 11c: 1730 Southeast Grand Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R1 and I2 to I2.
Item 11d: 3225 Northwest 192nd Street Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from O1 and PUD 1686 to PUD 1786.
Item 11e1: 1320 Northwest 178th Street Master Design Statement Amendment
Amending the master design statement for PUD 1855.
Item 11e2: 1320 Northwest 178th Street Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R1 to PUD 1855.
Item 11f: 3401 East Britain Road Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from AA and R1 to PUD 1856.
Item 11g
Item previously withdrawn.
Item 11h: 9600 Northeast 150th Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from PUD 1323 to PUD 1860.
Item 11i: 3300 South Mustang Road Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from PUD 1350 to PUD 1861.
Item 11j: 14801 North Morgan Road Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from AA to PUD 1862.
Item 11k: 19300 North May Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from PUD 1559 to PUD 1863.
Item 11l: 13100 Memorial Springs Court Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from PUD 1745 to PUD 1865.
Item 11m: 1315 South Macarthur Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from PUD 1020 to PUD 1866.
Item 11n: 659 First Americans Boulevard Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R1 and I3 to PUD 1867.
Item 11o: 7901 South Peably Road Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from AA to PUD 1868.
Item 11p: 8820 South Pennsylvania Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from C3 to SPUD 1340.
Item 11q: 316 Northeast 9th Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from PUD 1531 and PUD 1050 to SPUD 1354.
Item 11r: 2126 Northwest 16th Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R1 to SPUD 1359.
Item 11s: 15200 Crown at Lone Oak Road Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from PUD 706 to SPUD 1360.
Item 11t
Item previously stricken.
Item 11u: 5725 South Harvey Court Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R4 to SPUD 1364.
Item 11v: 10901 Northwestern Zoning Change
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R1 to SPUD 1365.
Item 11w: Drainage Easement Closure
Ordinance on final hearing to close a drainage easement at Northwest 23rd and John Kilpatrick Turnpike.
Item 11x: Alley Closure
Ordinance on final hearing to close a portion of an alley in Putnam Heights Edition.
Item 11y: Reserved Parking Space
Ordinance establishing a reserved parking space for the physically disabled on Northwestern Avenue.
Item 11z: 90-Degree Angle Parking
Ordinance establishing 90-degree angle parking on South Laird.
Item 11aa: Reserved Parking Spaces
Ordinance establishing seven reserved parking spaces for the physically disabled on South Laird.
Item 11ab: Animal Section Code Change
Ordinance on final hearing related to the authority of animal welfare officers.
Item 11ac: Hotel Tax Ordinance Change
Public hearing regarding ordinance change related to hotel tax.
Item 11ad: Vehicles for Hire Ordinance Change
Public hearing on a proposed ordinance change relating to vehicles for hire.
Item 11ae1: Dilapidated Structures Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures.
Item 11ae2: Dilapidated Structures Resolution
Resolution declaring structures as dilapidated.
Item 11af1: Unsecured Structures Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures.
Item 11af2: Unsecured Structures Resolution
Resolution declaring structures as unsecured.
Item 11ag1: Abandoned Buildings Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings.
Item 11ag2: Abandoned Buildings Resolution
Resolution declaring buildings as abandoned.
Item 11ah
Item previously deferred.
Item 11ai: Water Utilities Trust Indebtedness
Resolution authorizing indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust.
Item 11aj1: Collective Bargaining Agreement (FOP Lodge 123)
Collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 123 for FY 2021-2022.
Item 11ak1: Confess Judgment (Jaegers v. City of OKC)
Resolution authorizing the municipal council to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Jaegers v. City of OKC.
Item 11al1: Claims Recommended for Approval
Approval of claims as a group (a through f).