Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a comprehensive home sharing ordinance, establishing regulations for short-term rentals across the city, including specific provisions for historic preservation districts and a grandfather clause for existing operators. The meeting also featured the recognition of the 2018 Employees of the Year and the acceptance of a significant donation for Martin Park Nature Center. Additionally, the council introduced amendments to downtown and urban design district ordinances and addressed various dilapidated and unsecured structures.
Key Decisions & Votes
Mayoral Appointments
21:30The council unanimously approved various mayoral appointments to city boards and trusts, including former Governor Brad Henry and Mary Malone to the new Regional Transit Authority.
Home Sharing Zoning Ordinance
1:22:30The council approved an ordinance amending the zoning code to regulate home sharing, differentiating between residential and historic preservation districts, and establishing special exception requirements. Existing hosts are grandfathered in but require a license.
Home Sharing Licensing Ordinance
1:24:30The council approved an ordinance establishing licensing requirements for home sharing, including tenant application provisions, proof of ownership/residence, safety measures, and a reduced special exception fee of $300.
Adventure District Assessment Role
1:35:00The council adopted and set the assessment role for the Adventure District, which determines funding for the district based on property values.
Dilapidated Structures Declaration
1:44:00The council approved a resolution declaring several structures dilapidated, allowing for further action to address public safety concerns.
Unsecured Structures Declaration
1:45:00The council approved a resolution declaring several structures unsecured, enabling the city to take steps to secure them.
Abandoned Buildings Declaration
1:46:00The council approved a resolution declaring several buildings abandoned, paving the way for remediation efforts.
Airport Commuter Parking Rates
1:49:00The council approved a joint resolution with the Airport Trust to revise the miscellaneous fee and rental schedule, adjusting parking rates and areas for airport commuters to address capacity issues.
Upcoming Community Events
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade
New route along North Walker Avenue between 6th and West Reno.
Annual Martin Luther King Program
St. John Baptist Church.
Federal Holiday for Dr. King Commemoration
Events at Temple B'nai Israel and other locations. More information at mlkokc.org.
Financial Matters
Donation from Wilderness Matters
Acceptance of a $50,000 donation for improvements at Martin Park Nature Park, specifically for the Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation Courage Trail for the visually impaired.
Adventure District Assessment Role
Adoption of the assessment role for the Adventure District, with individual property assessments varying based on taxable market value or frontage.
Airport Trust Miscellaneous Fee and Rental Schedule
Revision of the airport's fee schedule to adjust parking rates for commuter populations, creating two parking areas to manage capacity.
Claims Recommended for Denial
Denial of various claims (items a through d).
Claims Recommended for Approval
Approval of various claims (items a through e).
Sales and Use Tax Report
Report showing strong sales and use tax collections for January, with approximately 17-18% growth over last year and $10 million over target year-to-date.
Public Comments
Public comments were primarily focused on the proposed home sharing ordinance, with speakers expressing both strong support for the regulations (especially regarding historic preservation districts and neighborhood protection) and opposition (citing concerns about equal treatment across neighborhoods, the owner-occupied requirement, and potential legal challenges). Additional comments addressed dilapidated properties and the need for juvenile intervention programs.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Home sharing ordinance effective date: February 14th
Watch For
- Public hearing for Downtown Design District & Urban Design District Ordinance Amendments: January 29th
- Final adoption for Downtown Design District & Urban Design District Ordinance Amendments: February 12th
- Community meeting for 2017 G.O. bond community center input at Douglas Center gym: January 22nd at 6 PM
- Ward 7 breakfast with various speakers: January 26th
Announcements
- Christina Tran recognized as 2018 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Year.
- Major Lewis Marshek recognized as 2018 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year.
- Lieutenant Audrey George recognized as 2018 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year.
- January 27, 2019, proclaimed as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Oklahoma City.
- City Manager Craig Freeman's first official meeting.
- Councilman Green commended the Oklahoma City Police Department's Juvenile Intervention Program.
- Councilwoman Nice recognized the passing of centenarian Mr. Delmar.
- Councilwoman Nice celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 90th birthday, highlighting his visits to Oklahoma City and the theme of 'Unity'.
- Lavaguette will have a grand opening in the Deep Deuce area.
- Mayor Holt announced his first State of the City address will be broadcast live on the city's Facebook page on Thursday at noon.
Agenda Summary
Office of the Mayor - Employee of the Year Recognition
Recognition of Christina Tran as 2018 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Year.
Office of the Mayor - Firefighter of the Year Recognition
Recognition of Major Lewis Marshek as 2018 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighter of the Year.
Office of the Mayor - Police Officer of the Year Recognition
Recognition of Lieutenant Audrey George as 2018 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year.
Office of the Mayor - International Holocaust Remembrance Day Proclamation
Proclamation of January 27, 2019, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Oklahoma City.
3d through 3n - Mayoral Appointments
Appointments to various boards and trusts, including former Governor Brad Henry and Mary Malone to the Regional Transit Authority.
4a and 4b - Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the journal of council proceedings.
5 - Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Numerous items related to dilapidated, unsecured, or abandoned properties were stricken from the agenda due to owner compliance or renotification needs. Item 9m (labor issue) was also stricken.
6a - Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit
Permit for the OKC Martin Luther King Jr. Coalition to hold the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade on January 21st, with a revised route.
OCMFA Items a, b, and c
Approval of items under the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.
OCPPA Items a through c
Approval of items under the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority, including one mayoral appointment.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Items
Approval of two items under the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust.
7q - Hefner Water Treatment Facility Lagoon Closure Plan
Recommendation to reject all bids for the lagoon closure project and re-bid with a revised schedule to mitigate noise and dust impacts on nearby residents and a school.
7w - Donation from Wilderness Matters
Resolution accepting a $50,000 donation from Wilderness Matters for improvements at Martin Park Nature Park, specifically for the Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation Courage Trail for the visually impaired.
7 - Consent Docket
Approval of all remaining items on the consent docket.
9a1 - Home Sharing Zoning Ordinance Amendment
Amendment to the zoning ordinance distinguishing between residential and historic preservation districts for home sharing, and establishing special exception requirements.
9a2 - Home Sharing Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Specific Neighborhoods)
Motion to strike an earlier amendment that would have specifically exempted Heritage Hills and Edgemere Park from certain home sharing provisions.
9a3 - Home Sharing Zoning Ordinance (Final Hearing)
Final adoption of the home sharing zoning ordinance as amended.
9b1 - Home Sharing Licensing Ordinance Amendment
Amendment to the licensing ordinance clarifying tenant applications, separate licenses per property, proof requirements, and grounds for suspension/revocation.
9b2 - Home Sharing Special Exception Fee
Resolution setting the fee for home sharing special exceptions at $300.
9b3 - Home Sharing Licensing Ordinance (Final Hearing)
Final adoption of the home sharing licensing ordinance as amended.
9c1 - Public Hearing for Adventure District Assessment Role
Public hearing regarding the proposed assessment role for the Adventure District.
9c2 - Resolution Adopting and Confirming Adventure District Assessment Role
Resolution adopting and confirming the assessment role for the Adventure District.
9d - Ordinance Adopting and Setting Adventure District Assessment Role
Ordinance on final hearing adopting and setting the assessment role for the Adventure District.
9e - Downtown Design District & Urban Design District Ordinance Amendments
Introduction of an ordinance to amend portions of the downtown and urban design district ordinances, incorporating feedback from stakeholders and updating guidelines.
9f1 - Public Hearing for Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing regarding various dilapidated structures across the city.
9f2 - Resolution Declaring Structures Dilapidated
Resolution declaring several structures dilapidated, with one item previously stricken.
9g1 - Public Hearing for Unsecured Structures
Public hearing regarding various unsecured structures, with many items previously stricken.
9g2 - Resolution Declaring Structures Unsecured
Resolution declaring several structures unsecured.
9h1 - Public Hearing for Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing regarding various abandoned buildings, with many items previously stricken.
9h2 - Resolution Declaring Buildings Abandoned
Resolution declaring several buildings abandoned.
9i - Joint Resolution with OKC Airport Trust
Joint resolution revising the Airport Trust's miscellaneous fee and rental schedule, specifically adjusting parking rates for airport commuters.
9j1 - Confess Judgment (Ashton v City of OKC)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment in the case of Ashton v City of Oklahoma City and Grayson and Ashton v City of Oklahoma City.
9k1 - Agreed Settlement (City of OKC v Lepak Trucking)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to enter into an agreed settlement with Lepak and journal of entry of judgment in the case of City of OKC v Louis V Lepak Trucking.
9l - Executive Session (City of OKC v AFSCME)
Executive session to receive confidential communications regarding City of OKC v AFSCME.
9n1 - Claims Recommended for Denial
Approval of claims recommended for denial (items a through d).
10a1 - Claims Recommended for Approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval (items a through e).
11a - Councilwoman Nicki Nice Travel Expenses
Resolution approving travel expenses for Councilwoman Nicki Nice for incidentals.