November 23, 2021 City Council Meeting

54 appointments to MAPS 4 subcommittees were approved despite concerns raised about the selection process and community representation.

An ordinance was passed to extend the moratorium on new applications for PUDs and SPUDs with freestanding signs from 545 days to 725 days, with emergency adoption.

An ordinance was approved on final hearing to close approximately 50 feet of a utility easement at 329 SW 166th Street.

An ordinance regarding the ambulance code was approved on final hearing, with an emergency clause.

An ordinance relating to Chapter 58 of the municipal code, specifically pertaining to wrecker service, was approved on final hearing.

A resolution adopting and confirming the assessment role for the Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District for 2021-2022 was approved.

An ordinance adopting and setting the assessment role for the Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District was approved on final hearing.

A resolution declaring several structures as dilapidated was adopted, excluding two items that were deferred.

A resolution declaring several structures as unsecured was adopted, excluding previously struck and deferred items.

A resolution declaring several buildings as abandoned was adopted, excluding previously struck and deferred items.

A joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust was approved, allocating up to $400,000 in general obligation limited tax bond proceeds.

A resolution adopting Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised 12th Edition and related documents as the governing rules for the council was approved.

Resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal Montana Clark while he requires rehab.

Resolution approving salary continuation for Lieutenant Michael Domer while he requires rehab.

Resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal Dale Spencer while he requires rehab.

A joint resolution with the OCMFA was approved, waiving a subrogation claim for medical bills paid under the city's self-funded health care plan for a minor dependent.

The collective bargaining agreement with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 2406 for FY 2021-2022 was approved.

A resolution approving a pay plan with a 4% adjustment over FY 2020-2021 rates and continuing certain benefits for management, administrative, and technical support positions, retroactive to July 1st, was approved.

A resolution approving the general non-represented pay plan for full-time regular budgeted employees, providing the same pay steps as approved for AFSCME positions, was approved.

A new annual salary of $268,224.48 ($128.46/hour) with a $7,000 car allowance was approved for the City Manager, reflecting a 4% increase.

A new annual salary of $215,272.72 ($103.44/hour) with a $7,000 car allowance was approved for the Municipal Counselor, reflecting a 4% increase.

A new annual salary of $175,788.72 ($84.19/hour) with a $7,000 car allowance was approved for the City Auditor, reflecting a 4% increase.

November Sales and Use Tax Report

Reported almost 20% growth for the month and 17% for the year in sales tax, with $14.8 million over budget in revenue.

Allocation of GO Limited Tax Bond Proceeds

Approval of a joint resolution with the OKC Economic Development Trust for the allocation of general obligation limited tax bond proceeds.

Pay Plan Adjustment for Management, Administrative, and Technical Support

Approval of a pay plan with a 4% adjustment over FY 2020-2021 rates, retroactive to July 1st, including tuition reimbursement available to all employees.

City Manager Salary

New annual salary approved for the City Manager, including a $7,000 car allowance, reflecting a 4% increase.

Municipal Counselor Salary

New annual salary approved for the Municipal Counselor, including a $7,000 car allowance, reflecting a 4% increase.

City Auditor Salary

New annual salary approved for the City Auditor, including a $7,000 car allowance, reflecting a 4% increase.

Ceremonial Presentation: Small Business Saturday Proclamation

Proclamation of November 27, 2021, as Small Business Saturday in Oklahoma City, urging residents to shop local and support small businesses.

Resolution establishing a new salary for the City Manager

Motion to enter executive session to discuss the City Manager's salary.

Resolution establishing a new salary for the Municipal Counselor

Motion to enter executive session to discuss the Municipal Counselor's salary.

Resolution establishing a new salary for the City Auditor

Motion to enter executive session to discuss the City Auditor's salary.

Appointments to MAPS 4 Subcommittees (Items D through I)

Appointments of 54 individuals to various MAPS 4 subcommittees.

Ordinance extending moratorium on new applications for PUDs/SPUDs with freestanding signs

Extends the 545-day moratorium to a 725-day moratorium on new applications for PUDs and SPUDs that have freestanding signs.

Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau Q1 Report

Presentation on the first quarter report for the fiscal year, highlighting positive hotel tax collections, increased occupancy, and successful events.

November Sales and Use Tax Report

Report on strong sales and use tax growth, with almost 20% growth for the month and 17% for the year, exceeding budget by $14.8 million.

Journal of Council Proceedings (Items A and B)

Approval of previous council meeting minutes.

Public Art Installation and Maintenance Agreement (Item 9 A.D.)

Request for continuance due to needed changes in the agreement.

Unsecured Structures (Items 11 G1 B, D, E, K, L, P, R)

Several properties previously listed as unsecured have been secured by their owners.

Unsecured Structures (Item 11 G1 U: 1204 NW 98th St)

To re-notify for additional openings.

Abandoned Buildings (Items 11 H1 B, D, E, I, J, N)

Several properties previously listed as abandoned have been secured by their owners.

Abandoned Buildings (Item 11 H1 Q: 1204 NW 98th St)

To re-notify for additional openings.

Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit: Saints Santa Run

Permit for the Saints Santa Run on December 4th, a 5k and fun run through Midtown and Heritage Hills.

Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit: Cowboy Christmas Parade

Permit for the Cowboy Christmas Parade on December 4th, featuring longhorns and equestrian entries in Stockyards City.

Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit: OKC Turkey Tracks

Permit for the OKC Turkey Tracks 5k and 1-mile fun run on November 25th (Thanksgiving morning), starting at 5th and Harvey.

Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items (A through G)

Approval of various OCMFA related items.

Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items (A through E)

Approval of various OCPPA related items.

Request for Proposals (RFP) for an Employee Engagement Survey (Item O)

Discussion and approval of an RFP to identify a vendor for an anonymous employee engagement survey to assess employee experience and drive improvements.

Closure of South Douglas over between 74th and 44th Street (Item Z1)

Introduction of an item concerning the closure of South Douglas, with a full hearing expected on January 4th.

Consent Docket (excluding previously struck items)

Approval of various routine administrative and operational items.

Concurrence Docket (Items A through H)

Approval of various routine administrative and operational items from other authorities.

Ordinance to close utility easement at 329 SW 166th Street

Final hearing and approval to close approximately 50 feet of a utility easement.

Ordinance on Ambulance Code

Final hearing and approval of changes to the ambulance code.

Ordinance on Wrecker Service Code

Final hearing and approval of changes to Chapter 58 of the municipal code pertaining to wrecker service.

Public Hearing: Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District (Item 11D1)

Public hearing regarding the Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District.

Resolution adopting and confirming an assessment role for Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District (2021-2022)

Adoption and confirmation of the assessment role for the Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District for the 2021-2022 year.

Ordinance adopting and setting the assessment role for Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District

Final hearing and approval of the ordinance adopting and setting the assessment role for the Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District.

Public Hearing: Dilapidated Structures (Items 11 F1 A and C)

Public hearing on dilapidated structures, with items A and C deferred for two weeks.

Resolution declaring structures dilapidated (excluding deferred items)

Declaration that listed structures are dilapidated.

Public Hearing: Unsecured Structures (Item 11 G1 Q: 2701 NE 21st St)

Public hearing on unsecured structures, with item Q deferred for two weeks.

Resolution declaring structures unsecured (excluding struck and deferred items)

Declaration that listed structures are unsecured.

Public Hearing: Abandoned Buildings (Item 11 H1 C)

Public hearing on abandoned buildings, with item C deferred for two weeks.

Resolution declaring buildings abandoned (excluding struck and deferred items)

Declaration that listed buildings are abandoned.

Public Hearing: Allocation of GO Limited Tax Bond Proceeds (Item 11I1)

Public hearing regarding a joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving the allocation of general obligation limited tax bond proceeds.

Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust approving allocation of GO Limited Tax Bond Proceeds

Approval of the allocation of general obligation limited tax bond proceeds and/or investment proceeds not to exceed $400,000.

Resolution adopting Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised 12th Edition

Adoption of the 12th edition of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised and related documents as governing rules.

Resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal Montana Clark

Approval of salary continuation for Corporal Montana Clark during rehab.

Resolution approving salary continuation for Lieutenant Michael Domer

Approval of salary continuation for Lieutenant Michael Domer during rehab.

Resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal Dale Spencer

Approval of salary continuation for Corporal Dale Spencer during rehab.

Joint Resolution with OCMFA waiving subrogation claim for minor dependent TR

Approval of waiving a subrogation claim for medical bills paid under the city's self-funded health care plan for a minor dependent.

Resolution approving Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME Local 2406 (FY 2021-2022)

Approval of the collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 2406 for the fiscal year 2021-2022.

Resolution approving pay plan with 4% adjustment for Management, Administrative, and Technical Support

Approval of a pay plan with a 4% adjustment over FY 2020-2021 rates and continuing certain benefits, retroactive to July 1st.

Resolution approving general non-represented pay plan

Approval of the general non-represented pay plan for full-time regular budgeted employees excluded from AFSCME coverage, with same pay steps.

Executive Session to discuss Collective Bargaining Agreement with FOP Lodge 123

Motion to enter executive session to discuss the collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 123.

Executive Session to receive confidential communications regarding arbitration award for police secondary employment

Motion to enter executive session to receive confidential communications regarding a November 2nd arbitration award concerning police department employee secondary employment.

Claim Recommended for Denial (Item T1C: Janice Jordahl)

Discussion of a claim for property damage due to a fallen tree and erosion along a creek, deferred for two weeks.

Claims Recommended for Denial (Items T1A and T1B)

Recommendation for denial of claims A and B.

Claims Recommended for Approval (Items U A through D)

Recommendation for approval of claims A through D.

Resolution establishing a new annual salary for the City Manager

Approval of a new annual salary for the City Manager, reflecting a 4% adjustment.

Resolution establishing a new annual salary for the Municipal Counselor

Approval of a new annual salary for the Municipal Counselor, reflecting a 4% adjustment.

Resolution establishing a new annual salary for the City Auditor

Approval of a new annual salary for the City Auditor, reflecting a 4% adjustment.