Meeting Summary
The city council meeting covered a range of topics, including the recognition of an employee of the month and a proclamation for Hunger Action Month. Key discussions involved revocable permits for various community events and a significant debate on proposed amendments to the municipal code concerning historic district designations. The police chief also provided an update on criminal justice initiatives and their impact on the community.
Key Decisions & Votes
Employee of the Month Recognition
00:04:00Bart Shot, an 18-year city employee and Director of Human Resource Information Systems, was recognized as the September 2019 Employee of the Month for his innovation and commitment to improving city services.
Hunger Action Month Proclamation
00:09:00September 2019 was proclaimed Hunger Action Month in Oklahoma City, recognizing the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's vital role in addressing food insecurity and encouraging community action.
Revocable Permit - Redman Triathlon
00:15:00A revocable permit was approved for the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust and Friends of Multi-Sport to hold the 2019 Redman Triathlon on September 21st.
Revocable Permit - 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Fallen Heroes Half Marathon
00:18:00A revocable permit was approved for the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Fallen Heroes Half Marathon to hold their 2019 event on September 28th, supporting families of fallen soldiers.
Revocable Permit - Mesta Park Neighborhood Association Mesta Festa
00:20:00A revocable permit was approved for the Mesta Park Neighborhood Association to host the 24th annual Mesta Festa on September 22nd, a community block party that raises funds for the park.
Revocable Permit - Scissortail Community Development Fiestas Patrias
00:21:00A revocable permit was approved for Scissortail Community Development to hold the 2019 Fiestas Patrias from September 13th through 16th.
Revocable Permit - Vietnamese American Community Lunar Moon Festival
00:24:00A revocable permit was approved for the Vietnamese American Community of OKC and Metro Area to host the 2019 Lunar Moon Festival at Military Park, aiming to attract more visitors to the Asian District.
Revocable Permit - Midtown Oktoberfest
00:26:00A revocable permit was approved for the second annual Midtown Oktoberfest, a block party with live music, food, and German beer, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Oklahoma Humane Society.
Revocable Permit - Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
00:28:00A revocable permit was approved for Red Coyote Running and Fitness to hold the Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K on October 20th, benefiting Girls on the Run.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority Items
00:29:00Items A through F for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority were approved with one motion.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Items
00:29:00Items A through D for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority were approved with one motion.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Items
00:30:00Two items for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust were approved with one motion.
Consent Docket Items (excluding 7G, 7I1, 7I2)
00:30:00Remaining items on the consent docket, excluding those pulled for separate discussion, were approved.
RFP for 2020 Census Marketing Campaign
00:40:00A request for proposals to advertise a marketing campaign for community outreach for the 2020 Census was approved.
Concurrence Docket Items
00:41:00Items A through H on the concurrence docket were approved with one motion.
Ordinance - Closing East-West Alley in Packinghouse Park Edition
00:42:00An ordinance closing the east-west alley in Block 2 of the Packinghouse Park Edition was approved.
Ordinance - Closing and Vacating Streets and Alleys Bounded by NE 6th, Stonewall, 4th, Kelly
00:42:00An ordinance closing and vacating streets and alleys bounded by Northeast 6th, Stonewall, 4th, and Kelly was approved.
Ordinance - Closing 5-foot Utility Easement in Block 1
00:43:00An ordinance closing a 5-foot utility easement between Lots 25 and 26 in Block 1 was approved.
Ordinance - Closing and Vacating East-West 20-foot Alley in Block 11
00:43:00An ordinance closing and vacating the east-west 20-foot alley in Block 11 of South Oklahoma City Edition was approved.
Resolution - Declaring Dilapidated Structures
00:49:00A resolution declaring structures listed under 9G1 as dilapidated was approved.
Resolution - Declaring Unsecured Structures
00:50:00A resolution declaring structures listed under 9H1 as unsecured was approved.
Resolution - Declaring Abandoned Buildings
00:50:00A resolution declaring buildings listed under 9I1 as abandoned was approved.
Resolution - Incurrence of Indebtedness by COTPA
01:00:00A resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) for up to $15 million for a new parking garage and the refinancing of existing debt was approved.
Resolution - Salary Continuation for Corporal Carlton Neal
01:00:00A resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal Carlton Neal during his rehabilitation was approved.
Claim Recommended for Denial
01:01:00A claim listed under 9N1 was recommended for denial and subsequently denied by the council.
Claims Recommended for Approval
01:01:00Claims listed under 10A1, items A through D, were approved with one motion.
Resolution - Initiating Amendments to Municipal Code Regarding HP Designation Process
01:18:00A resolution initiating amendments to the Oklahoma City Municipal Code regarding the Historic Preservation (HP) designation process was approved, with a 5-4 vote, to be sent back to the planning commission for further review.
Ordinance - Amendments to Municipal Code Regarding HP Designation Process (Introduction)
01:25:00An ordinance proposing amendments to the municipal code regarding the HP designation process was introduced for consideration, with a 6-3 vote, to be referred to the planning commission and set for future public hearings.
Upcoming Community Events
Redman Triathlon
45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Fallen Heroes Half Marathon
Supports scholarship foundation for spouses and children of fallen soldiers; last year gave $3,600 in scholarships and $1,900 in gift cards for back-to-school.
Mesta Festa
24th annual community block party by Mesta Park Neighborhood Association; has raised $150,000 for the community park since 2001.
Fiestas Patrias
Lunar Moon Festival
Third annual event at Military Park in the Asian District, featuring lion dance, Little Miss Vietnam pageant, food trucks, and vendors. Expected attendance of over 5,000 people.
Midtown Oktoberfest
Second annual block party with live music, food, and German beer; a portion of proceeds donated to the Oklahoma Humane Society.
Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
Starts at 4:00 PM, ends by 6:00 PM, starting and finishing on Park Place at Fassler Hall; a portion of proceeds benefits Girls on the Run.
Suicide Prevention Week
Mentioned as ongoing, with resources like the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) and Heartline (211) highlighted. Mental Health Association of Oklahoma hosting a free QPR training at Catholic Charities next Wednesday at noon.
Capitol Medical Neighborhood Association Neighbors Night Out
Successful event with participation from firefighters, police, sheriff's department, waste management, and OG&E.
Ravenwood Manor Neighbors Night Out
Financial Matters
Budget Amendment
An administrative budget amendment primarily for purchase order rollovers ($4.8 million), a planning department position change (reimbursed by grants), and capital improvement projects ($10.4 million). The total FY20 budget will be $1,569,793,722. Public hearing set for September 24th.
COTPA Indebtedness
Authorization for the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) to issue up to $15 million in new debt for an 1100-space parking garage adjacent to the new convention center, Omni Hotel, Scissortail Park, and Chesapeake Arena. Also includes refinancing existing bonds, saving $675,000 annually in debt service and $7.3 million over 25 years.
Jail Contract Savings
Savings realized from policy and procedure changes in criminal justice reform, reducing the cost of the county jail contract from $2,614,514 in 2015 to $1,108,720 this year. Previous savings were $500,000-$600,000 annually.
Public Comments
Two citizens spoke during the public comments section. One expressed concern about the impact of violence on children and the need for mental health support. The other raised issues regarding police traffic stops and the proposed historic preservation ordinance, advocating for community input and property rights.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- 2020 Census Day: March 12th
- Public Hearing for Budget Amendment: September 24th
- Potential Final Hearing for HP Designation Ordinance: October 22nd
Watch For
- Results of the citizen survey on safety (expected October)
- Further discussions and revisions on the Historic Preservation designation ordinance by the Planning Commission
- Expansion of the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) once police staffing levels increase
Announcements
- Bart Shot recognized as September 2019 Employee of the Month.
- September 2019 proclaimed Hunger Action Month.
- Suicide Prevention Week is ongoing, with resources available through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Heartline.
- Mental Health Association of Oklahoma is hosting a free QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) training at Catholic Charities next Wednesday at noon.
- Capitol Medical Neighborhood Association and Ravenwood Manor held/are holding 'Neighbors Night Out' events.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation by Reverend Barry Hinke, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman James Griner.
Employee of the Month Recognition
Resolution recognizing Bart Shot as the September 2019 Employee of the Month.
Hunger Action Month Proclamation
Resolution proclaiming September 2019 as Hunger Action Month.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the journal of council proceedings.
Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Striking certain items from the list of uncontested continuances due to owners securing properties.
Revocable Permit - Redman Triathlon
Revocable permit with Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust and Friends of Multi-Sport to hold the 2019 Redman Triathlon on September 21st.
Revocable Permit - Redman Triathlon (related item)
Related revocable permit for the Redman Triathlon.
Revocable Permit - 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Fallen Heroes Half Marathon
Revocable permit with the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Fallen Heroes Half Marathon for the 2019 event on September 28th.
Revocable Permit - Mesta Park Neighborhood Association Mesta Festa
Revocable permit with the Mesta Park Neighborhood Association for the Mesta Festa on September 22nd.
Revocable Permit - Scissortail Community Development Fiestas Patrias
Revocable permit with Scissortail Community Development for the 2019 Fiestas Patrias, September 13th-16th.
Revocable Permit - Vietnamese American Community Lunar Moon Festival
Revocable permit with the Vietnamese American Community of OKC and Metro Area for the 2019 Lunar Moon Festival.
Revocable Permit - Midtown Oktoberfest
Revocable permit with Jamie Tompkins for the Midtown Oktoberfest.
Revocable Permit - Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
Revocable right-of-way use permit with Red Coyote Running and Fitness to hold the Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Items A through F for the OCMFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Items A through D for the OCPPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Items
Two items for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust.
Consent Docket
Approval of items on the consent docket, with some items pulled for separate discussion.
RFP for 2020 Census Marketing Campaign
Request for proposals to be advertised for a marketing campaign for community outreach for the 2020 Census.
Resolution Setting Public Hearing for Budget Amendment
Resolution setting the public hearing for a budget amendment.
Concurrence Docket
Approval of items A through H on the concurrence docket.
Ordinance - Closing East-West Alley in Packinghouse Park Edition
Ordinance on final hearing closing the east-west alley in Block 2 of the Packinghouse Park Edition.
Ordinance - Closing and Vacating Streets and Alleys Bounded by NE 6th, Stonewall, 4th, Kelly
Ordinance on final hearing closing and vacating streets and alleys bounded by Northeast 6th, Stonewall, 4th, and Kelly.
Ordinance - Closing 5-foot Utility Easement in Block 1
Ordinance on final hearing closing a 5-foot utility easement between Lots 25 and 26 in Block 1.
Ordinance - Closing and Vacating East-West 20-foot Alley in Block 11
Ordinance on final hearing closing and vacating the east-west 20-foot alley in Block 11 of South Oklahoma City Edition.
Public Hearing - Updates to the Building Code
Public hearing regarding updates to the building code (second of three meetings).
Public Hearing - Resolution Declaring Need for Building Code Adoption
Public hearing regarding a resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the building code.
Public Hearing - Resolution Related to Residential Code
Public hearing regarding a resolution related to the residential code.
Public Hearing - Fire Code Updates
Public hearing regarding updates to the fire code (second of three meetings).
Public Hearing - Resolution Declaring Need for Fire Code Adoption
Public hearing regarding a resolution declaring the need for adoption of the fire code.
Public Hearing - Ordinance for Scissortail Park Opening
Public hearing regarding an ordinance effective for a few hours on the opening date of Scissortail Park, concerning camera restrictions.
Public Hearing - Sales Tax for MAPS 4 Ordinance
Public hearing regarding the ordinance relating to the sales tax for MAPS 4 (first of three meetings).
Ordinance - Amendments to Municipal Code on Intoxicating Substances (Introduction)
Ordinance to be introduced, set for public hearing on September 24th, regarding municipal code on intoxicating substances.
Public Hearing - Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures listed as items A through C.
Resolution - Declaring Dilapidated Structures
Resolution declaring structures listed under 9G1 as dilapidated.
Public Hearing - Unsecured Structures
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures listed as items A through Q (with some struck).
Resolution - Declaring Unsecured Structures
Resolution declaring structures listed under 9H1 as unsecured.
Public Hearing - Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings listed (with one struck).
Resolution - Declaring Abandoned Buildings
Resolution declaring buildings listed under 9I1 as abandoned.
Resolution - Incurrence of Indebtedness by Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA)
Resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by COTPA.
Resolution - Salary Continuation for Corporal Carlton Neal
Resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Corporal Carlton Neal.
Executive Session - Oklahoma City v. Hilltop Plaza
Enter into executive session on advice of the municipal counselor to receive confidential communications regarding Oklahoma City v. Hilltop Plaza.
Executive Session - Miller, Mendel, and Tyler Miller v. City of OKC
Enter into executive session on advice of the municipal counselor to receive confidential communications regarding the case of Miller, Mendel, and Tyler Miller v. City of OKC.
Claim Recommended for Denial
Claim recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval
Claims recommended for approval, items A through D.
Resolution - Initiating Amendments to Municipal Code Regarding HP Designation Process
Resolution initiating amendments to the Oklahoma City Municipal Code regarding the Historic Preservation (HP) designation process.
Ordinance - Amendments to Municipal Code Regarding HP Designation Process (Introduction)
Ordinance to be introduced, initiating amendments to the Oklahoma City Municipal Code regarding the Historic Preservation (HP) designation process.
City Manager Reports
Presentation on council priorities, specifically social and criminal justice initiatives by the Police Chief, and other reports including donations summary, abandoned buildings, and community cap program.
Citizens to be Heard
Opportunity for citizens to address the council.