Meeting Summary
The city council received updates on the successful launch of the streetcar, including plans for permanent Sunday service and signal prioritization. Discussions also covered widespread streetlight outages due to theft and vandalism, with repair efforts underway. Key decisions included approving various claims, consent docket items, and introducing a noise ordinance, while a resolution to acknowledge the historic significance of the Brockway Center was deferred.
Key Decisions & Votes
Teacher of the Month Recognition
09:10Resolution recognizing Katie Kinder as the January 2019 Teacher of the Month.
Journal of Council Proceedings
10:00Approval of the journal of council proceedings.
OCMFA Agenda Items
11:20Approval of all listed and additional items for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.
OCPA Claims and Payroll
11:50Approval of claims and payroll for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority.
OCEA Claims and Payroll
12:15Approval of claims and payroll for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust.
Consent Docket (excluding 7AB)
14:00Approval of all items on the consent docket, except for 7AB.
Consent Docket (7AB)
14:20Separate approval of items 7A and 7B from the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket
14:50Approval of all items on the concurrence docket.
Special Permit for Drinking Establishment (9A)
15:30Approval of a special permit for a drinking establishment in Bricktown.
Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structures (9D2)
17:30Resolution declaring listed structures as dilapidated.
Resolution Adopting Unsecured Structures (9E2)
18:20Resolution adopting listed unsecured structures.
Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings (9F2)
19:00Resolution declaring listed buildings as abandoned.
Joint Resolution Authorizing Collins Zorn & Wagner Representation (9G1)
19:30Resolution authorizing legal representation for a municipal employee.
Executive Session for City of OKC vs. Hilltop Plaza (9I)
20:30Motion to enter executive session for confidential communications.
Executive Session for Collective Bargaining Negotiations (9J)
21:00Motion to enter executive session for collective bargaining discussions.
Claims Recommended for Denial (9K1)
21:40Approval of claims recommended for denial.
Executive Session for IAFF Local 157 Settlement (Extra Item 1)
22:30Motion to enter executive session regarding the IAFF settlement.
Ordinance Introduction - Relating to Noise (11A)
28:00Introduction of an ordinance to regulate noise from engine brakes.
Claims Recommended for Approval (10A1)
40:40Approval of claims recommended for approval.
Rescind Approval of Resolution 9H1
1:40:00Motion to rescind the prior approval of the resolution for Walton v. City of OKC.
Amendment to Resolution 9H1
1:40:40Amendment to Resolution 9H1 making it contingent on an MOU with the City of Mustang.
Resolution Authorizing Agreed Settlement (Walton v. City of OKC) as Amended (9H1)
1:41:00Re-approval of the resolution for Walton v. City of OKC with the added amendment.
Resolution Approving IAFF Local 157 Settlement (Extra Item 1)
1:41:40Resolution approving the compromise and settlement agreement with IAFF Local 157.
Upcoming Community Events
Allied Arts Month
City-wide recognition of the arts and cultural community. Campaign kick-off at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum next week.
OKCPS Pathway to Greatness Community Meeting
Douglas High School, 6 PM.
Developer/Contractor Series Meeting
10 AM at Metro Tech.
Douglas Community Center Meeting
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
New routes, crossed in front of City Hall.
Financial Matters
Streetcar Sunday Service Funding
Proposed budget amendment of $82,129 for the remainder of FY19, funded through sponsorship revenue, to continue Sunday streetcar service.
Bus System Signal Prioritization Grant
Application for a $1 million STBG UCA grant for signal prioritization for the bus system.
Highway Lighting System Repairs (Theft/Vandalism)
City contractors are repairing infrastructure damage due to theft and vandalism, with costs exceeding $200,000. OG&E is also incurring over $200,000 in costs for wire replacement.
Project 180 Lighting Upgrades
Replacement of incandescent bulbs with LED technology and warranty repairs for flickering LED fixtures at no cost to the city from the manufacturer.
Budget Transfer Report
Periodic report on administrative transfers made in the budget.
Year-End Budget Report
Budget report through December 31, 2018.
Public Comments
Public comments included support for proposed zoning code changes, a request to designate the First Christian Church campus as a historic landmark to prevent demolition, and concerns from a citizen regarding the lack of park amenities (tables) on the northeast side of town and school consolidation.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Resolution acknowledging the cultural and historic significance of the property at 1440 North Everest Avenue (Brockway Center) deferred to the next meeting.
Deadlines
- Noise ordinance public hearing: February 12th
- Noise ordinance final adoption: February 26th
Watch For
- Continued efforts to improve streetcar signal prioritization and bus service.
- Ongoing streetlight repair and theft deterrence initiatives.
- Further discussion on establishing an ethics commission for city officials.
- Consideration of raising pay for city councilors and the mayor.
Announcements
- February proclaimed as Allied Arts Month in Oklahoma City.
- Katie Kinder recognized as January 2019 Teacher of the Month for Putnam City Schools.
- Successful launch of Sunday bus service, with positive community reception.
- Oklahoma City Public Schools 'Pathway to Greatness' community meetings are ongoing, with a meeting at Douglas High School tonight.
- Developer/Contractor series meeting scheduled for February 19th at 10 AM at Metro Tech.
- Rescheduled Douglas Community Center meeting for February 26th.
- Successful Martin Luther King Jr. parade with good weather and community turnout.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Items from the Office of the Mayor - Allied Arts Month Proclamation
Proclamation recognizing February as Allied Arts Month, highlighting the organization's contribution to the cultural community and economic development.
Item 3: Items from the Office of the Mayor - Teacher of the Month Recognition
Resolution recognizing Katie Kinder as the January 2019 Teacher of the Month for Putnam City Schools.
Item 4: Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of two items related to the journal of council proceedings.
Item 5: Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Withdrawal of PUD 1669 (Item 9B) and striking of several unsecured/abandoned structure items for re-notification or due to owner securing.
Item 6: Revocable Permits
No items listed for revocable permits.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Agenda Items
Approval of items A, B, C, D, E, and an additional item for the OCMFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPA) Claims and Payroll
Approval of claims and payroll for the OCPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEA) Claims and Payroll
Approval of claims and payroll for the OCEA Trust.
Item 7: Consent Docket (excluding 7AB)
Approval of all items on the consent docket, including an extra item, except for 7AB.
Item 7AB: Consent Docket
Separate vote on items 7A and 7B from the consent docket.
Item 8: Concurrence Docket
Approval of all items on the concurrence docket.
Item 9A: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Special Permit for Drinking Establishment
Approval of a special permit to operate a drinking establishment in Bricktown.
Item 9B: PUD 1669
Previously withdrawn from the agenda.
Item 9C: Public Hearing - Ordinance Related to Zoning and Planning Code
Public hearing on proposed changes to the zoning and planning code, with public support expressed.
Item 9D: Public Hearing - Dilapidated Structures (A-F)
Public hearing regarding listed dilapidated structures.
Item 9D2: Resolution Declaring Structures Dilapidated
Resolution declaring the listed structures as dilapidated.
Item 9E1: Public Hearing - Unsecured Structures
Public hearing regarding listed unsecured structures, excluding previously withdrawn items.
Item 9E2: Resolution Adopting Unsecured Structures
Resolution adopting the listed unsecured structures.
Item 9F1: Public Hearing - Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing regarding listed abandoned buildings, excluding previously withdrawn items.
Item 9F2: Resolution Declaring Buildings Abandoned
Resolution declaring the listed buildings as abandoned.
Item 9G1: Joint Resolution Authorizing Collins Zorn & Wagner Representation
Resolution authorizing legal representation for municipal employee Kyle Holcomb in Turner v. City of OKC.
Item 9H1: Resolution Authorizing Agreed Settlement (Walton v. City of OKC)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to enter into an agreed settlement in the case styled Walton v. City of OKC.
Item 9I: Executive Session - City of OKC vs. Hilltop Plaza
Motion to enter executive session to receive confidential communications regarding the case.
Item 9J: Executive Session - Collective Bargaining Negotiations
Motion to enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations for FY 2019-2020 with FOP, IAF, and AFSCME.
Item 9K1: Claims Recommended for Denial (A-D)
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
Extra Item 1: Resolution Approving IAFF Local 157 Settlement
Resolution approving a compromise and settlement agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 157.
Item 11A: Ordinance to be Introduced - Relating to Noise
Introduction of an ordinance to prohibit excessive noise from engine brakes (jake brakes) city-wide.
Item 11B: Resolution Acknowledging Cultural and Historic Significance of Brockway Center
Resolution acknowledging the cultural and historic significance of the property at 1440 North Everest Avenue, known as the Brockway Center.
Item 10A1: Claims Recommended for Approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval.
Rescind Approval of Item 9H1
Motion to rescind the previous approval of Item 9H1.
Amendment to Item 9H1
Amendment to the title and resolving clause of Item 9H1, making it contingent upon an MOU with the City of Mustang.
Item 9H1 (as amended): Resolution Authorizing Agreed Settlement (Walton v. City of OKC)
Re-approval of the resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to enter into an agreed settlement in Walton v. City of OKC, with the added amendment.