Meeting Summary
The city council meeting included several ceremonial recognitions, notably for October's Teacher of the Month and Employee of the Month, and a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to planning and zoning cases, with several ordinances approved, including one for a major futsal event coming to Oklahoma City. The council also discussed and approved amendments to the storm water drainage utility ordinance and a Section 108 loan for the First National Building redevelopment.
Key Decisions & Votes
Recognition of Lena Walker, Teacher of the Month
00:03:00Lena Walker, a math teacher at Kip OKC College Prep for 16 years, was recognized as October 2021 Teacher of the Month for her innovative teaching methods and community involvement.
Recognition of Anastasia Fry, Employee of the Month
00:09:00Anastasia Fry, an Animal Welfare Officer, was recognized as October 2021 Employee of the Month for her dedication, professionalism, and for going above and beyond in assisting a resident in need.
Proclamation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
00:12:00October 2021 was proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Oklahoma City, acknowledging the impact of domestic violence and the efforts of organizations like Palomar and YWCA.
Resolution on Constitutional Oath of Office
00:19:00A resolution reaffirming council members' constitutional oath of office, with a proposed amendment related to a 10th Circuit Court of Appeals decision, was tabled indefinitely after significant debate on its relevance to city business.
Little Red Heart 5K Permit
00:43:00A revocable permit was approved for the Life Share Foundation to hold the Little Red Heart 5K on November 6th at Stars and Stripes Park, celebrating organ donation and raising funds.
Red Earth Parade Permit
00:47:00A revocable permit was approved for Red Earth Inc. to hold the Red Earth Parade on October 16th, celebrating indigenous culture and coinciding with a new Fall Fest event.
Hot Chocolate 15K/5K Permit
00:50:00A revocable permit was approved for Ventures Endurance Events to hold the Hot Chocolate 15K/5K on October 17th.
Better Street Safer City Program Implementation Plan Update
00:54:00The October 2021 program implementation plan update for the Better Street Safer City program was approved, reallocating funds from completed resurfacing projects, adding funds for a sidewalk project, and allocating $2.2 million for the Southeast 59th Street bicycle infrastructure project.
Allocation of Funds for Oklahoma County Improvements
01:07:00An allocation of $5 million from the downtown TIF was approved for Oklahoma County to make improvements to the Investor's Capital Building, Annex Building elevators, front entrance, and security.
Zoning Ordinance at 2011 Northeast 14th Street (Spud 1312)
01:25:00An ordinance to rezone 2011 Northeast 14th Street from R1 to Spud 1312 was approved with amendments, allowing for two dwelling units with specific setbacks and a maximum square footage of 2900 sq ft per unit, despite significant public protest.
Cox Cable Television Franchise Agreement
01:57:00A settlement agreement and an ordinance enacting the amended Cox cable television franchise agreement were approved.
No Parking Restrictions near Southwest 69th Street
01:59:00Ordinances establishing various no-parking restrictions on Southwest 69th Street (from Harvey to 69th Terrace) were approved to manage parking around a new park.
Section 108 Loan for First National Building
02:08:00A resolution approving a Section 108 loan with HUD for $1,242,000 for the hotel component of the First National Building redevelopment was approved.
Salary Continuation for Corporal William Macowan
02:10:00A resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal William Macowan during his rehabilitation was approved.
Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAF Local 27
02:11:00The collective bargaining agreement with IAF Local 27 for fiscal year 2021-2022, retroactive to July 1st, was approved.
Resolution for Quinton Hughes and Sasha Hughes Case
02:12:00A resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Quinton Hughes and Sasha Hughes v. City of OKC was approved.
Legal Representation for City Employees
02:13:00Resolutions authorizing Spencer Fain LLP to represent and defend City employees Letta Breath and Nick Kelly in the case of Aaron Sanders v. City of OKC were approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Little Red Heart 5K
Stars and Stripes Park, celebrating organ donation and raising funds for Life Share of Oklahoma. Expected 850-1000 participants. Virtual option available.
Red Earth Parade
North Walker between 7th and Reno, ending at Myriad Gardens for Fall Fest. 35th annual event, celebrating indigenous culture with an art market and gourd dance.
Hot Chocolate 15K/5K
Kings of Leon Lane between Joe Carter and Charlie Christian.
Indigenous People's Day Celebration
First Americans Museum, included a proclamation and celebration of indigenous people and their history.
Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
Council members participated in handing out medals, highlighting the event's significance and new location.
Fiesta de las Americas
Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, featured Danny Trejo's visit.
Hispanic Heritage Month Commemoration
Scissortail Park, another event celebrating Hispanic and Latina communities.
Playkeepers Minority Developer Conference
OSU Discovery, 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM.
Langston Homecoming Week
Celebration for Langston University, Oklahoma's only HBCU.
National Faith and Blue Weekend Event
Brookwood Baptist Church, in collaboration with the Oklahoma City Police Department.
Sisu Casino Night
Fundraiser for Sisu Youth Services, raising over $43,000 for youth homelessness in Oklahoma City.
Financial Matters
Better Street Safer City Program Fund Reallocation
Funds returned to the resurfacing fund from four completed street resurfacing projects that finished under budget, to be repurposed for future projects.
Sidewalk Project Cost Overrun
Additional funds allocated to a sidewalk project at Grand Rancho to Indiana Avenue due to driveway and ADA complications.
Southeast 59th Street Bicycle Infrastructure Project
Additional funds allocated for this project, which also secured a $2.5 million ACOG grant. The project is expected to return $767,000 to the Better Streets program overall.
Downtown TIF Allocation for Oklahoma County
Funds allocated from the downtown TIF to Oklahoma County for improvements to the Investor's Capital Building, Annex Building elevators, front entrance, and security.
Section 108 Loan for First National Building
Loan from HUD to the city, to be re-loaned to First National Center for the hotel component of its redevelopment, plus interest.
Public Comments
Public comments included concerns about the impact of a proposed zoning change on a historic neighborhood, accusations of corruption against council members, and issues regarding scooter placement and sidewalk accessibility for ADA compliance.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Resolution stating council's intent to uphold the Constitutional oath of office (indefinitely)
- Unsecured structure at 3521 Northwest 11th Street (deferred for two weeks)
- Abandoned building at 1445 Northeast 10th Street (deferred for two weeks)
Deadlines
- October 15th: Final day for public comments on law enforcement task force recommendations (to be confirmed by city manager)
Watch For
- Future recommendations for repurposing Better Street Safer City resurfacing funds
- Further discussion and vote on the storm water drainage utility ordinance (public hearing October 26th, final hearing November 9th)
- Potential for more futsal and other sporting events in Oklahoma City following the success of the upcoming national championship
- Initiation of citywide drainage basin studies
Announcements
- Councilman Stone Cipher will serve as Vice Mayor starting tomorrow.
- Appointments made to Historic Preservation, Riverfront Design, and Traffic Commission.
- Sam Bowman, former Ward 2 council member, passed away; council expressed condolences and gratitude for his service.
- Sisu Youth Services raised over $43,000 at their recent casino night for youth homelessness.
- October 11th was National Coming Out Day.
- Jed and Julie Chapel of the Oklahoma City Center were recognized for their work with kids' after-school programs, feeding, housing, and mentorship.
- The Misha Project, a ministry helping transform a village in Kenya, was highlighted.
- Dignity and Grace, a group assisting women transitioning out of prison, was mentioned.
- Trice Hill Cemetery board of directors is seeking historic preservation designation for the cemetery.
Agenda Summary
Office of the Mayor - Ceremonial Items
Presentations for Teacher of the Month, Employee of the Month, and Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation.
Office of the Mayor - Appointments
Notification for Councilman Stone Cipher to serve as Vice Mayor and appointments to various commissions.
Resolution stating council's intent to uphold the Constitutional oath of office
Authored by council members Carter and Young, with a proposed amendment regarding a 10th Circuit Court of Appeals decision.
City Manager Reports - CVB Annual Report and Futsal Event
Zach Craig presented the FY21 annual report for the Convention and Visitors Bureau and introduced guests to discuss an upcoming United Futsal and US Youth Soccer national championship event.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of previous meeting minutes.
Request for Uncontested Continuances
Striking of various items from the agenda.
Revocable Permit - Little Red Heart 5K
Joint revocable permit with OKC Water Utilities Trust and Life Share Foundation for a 5K event.
Revocable Permit - Red Earth Parade
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Red Earth Inc. for a parade.
Revocable Permit - Hot Chocolate 15K/5K
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Ventures Endurance Events for a race.
OCMFA Agenda Items
Various items for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.
OCPPA Agenda Items
Various items for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority.
Consent Docket - Item J
Item J was struck from the consent docket.
Consent Docket - Item X (Better Street Safer City Program Update)
Resolution adopting the October 2021 program implementation plan update for the Better Street Safer City program, including fund reallocations and new project funding.
Consent Docket - Item AP (Oklahoma County TIF Allocation)
Resolution approving an allocation of funds from Economic Development Trust from TIF #2 to Oklahoma County for facility improvements.
Consent Docket - Remaining Items
Approval of the remaining items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket
Approval of all items on the concurrence docket.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 2917 Northwest 48th Street (R4 to C3)
Rezoning for Mayfair Shopping Center area, with amendments for fencing and landscaping.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 8401 Southwest 74th (PUD 1361 to I1 and I2)
Rezoning to allow industrial uses, with a modification for I1 frontage along 152.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 5202 South County Line Road (R1 to R2)
Rezoning for a duplex development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 12625 West Hefner Road (AA to PUD 1815)
Rezoning for a planned unit development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 7201 North Hudson Avenue (I2 and R1 to PUD 1830)
Rezoning for a planned unit development, negotiated with neighbors.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 7600 Southwest 119 (AA to PUD 1831)
Rezoning for a planned unit development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 15501 Southwest 15th (AA to PUD 1832)
Rezoning for a planned unit development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 9700 West Wilshire (R1 to PUD 1834)
Rezoning for a planned unit development with negotiated technical evaluations.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 2300 Southeast 89th Street (AA to PUD 1835)
Rezoning for a residential development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 6059 Southwest 119th (AA to PUD 1836)
Rezoning for a planned unit development with technical evaluations.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 5201 South County Line (AA to PUD 1839)
Rezoning for a planned unit development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 8500 Southwest 15th (PUD 757 to PUD 1840)
Rezoning for a planned unit development with technical evaluations.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 6000 Wildwood Drive (O1, O2, PUD 1228 to PUD 1842)
Rezoning for a planned unit development, with height regulations and other conditions, following extensive discussions with neighbors.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 2011 Northeast 14th Street (R1 to Spud 1312)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development, allowing two dwelling units with specific setbacks and maximum square footage, after multiple deferrals and amendments.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 4118 Young's Drive (R1 to Spud 1322)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development to allow C1 use.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 1720 North Chartel (HP to Spud 1327)
Rezoning from Historic Preservation District to a simplified planned unit development to allow existing office use to remain, with HP commission retaining authority over new building permits.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 100028 West Wilshire Boulevard (Spud 11148 to Spud 1331)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 4800 South Indian Meridian (AA to Spud 1332)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development, involving a lot split.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 17517 Northwestern Avenue (PUD 132 to Spud 1333)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development to permit a golf training facility on church property.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 163 North Council Road (PUD 1432 and PUD 1277 to Spud 1334)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development to permit commercial development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 200 Southwest 134 Street (O2 and AA to Spud 1335)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development to allow mixed-use commercial development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 11528 Southwest 15 (AA to Spud 1337)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development to permit a veterinary clinic.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 5801 Northwest 118th (PUD 817 to Spud 1338)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development to permit a senior living facility.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 2335 South Cemetery Road (AA to Spud 1339)
Rezoning for a simplified planned unit development for a modified single-family rural development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 11 AA 1 and 2 (Spud 553 Amendment and Special Permit)
Amendment to Spud 553 accepting amended special permit conditions and an ordinance to allow animal internment services in the I2 moderate industrial district with an AE2 airport environs Zone 2 overlay.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Closing a portion of an alley and Southeast 43rd Street
Closing a portion of an alley and Southeast 43rd Street extending East from South Nebraska in the FG Martins subdivision to consolidate property for future development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Closing 225 ft of North-South alley of Orchard Park Edition
Closing a portion of an alley for future development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Closing 40 ft of Southwest 41st Street
Closing 40 ft of Southwest 41st Street West of and abutting the I-44 Right-of-Way to facilitate commercial development.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Fire Department Fees
Relating to the fire department and fees required in the fire prevention code.
Settlement Agreement and Release with CoxCom LLC
Settlement agreement with CoxCom LLC doing business as Cox Communications.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Amended Cox Cable Television Franchise Agreement
Enacting the amended Cox cable television franchise agreement.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - No Parking on Southwest 69th Street (6 PM to 6 AM)
Establishing no parking restrictions on the east side of Southwest 69th Street from Harvey to 69th Terrace, Friday through Sunday.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - No Parking on Southwest 69th Street (Monday through Thursday)
Establishing no parking restrictions on the east side of Southwest 69th Street from Harvey, Monday through Thursday.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - No Parking Anytime on Southwest 69th Street
Establishing a No Parking anytime restriction on the west side of Southwest 69th Street from Harvey to its dead end at Southwest 69th Terrace.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Removing Metered Parking Space
Removing a metered parking space on the south side of West Oklahoma City Boulevard from near South Harvey to create a passenger commercial loading zone.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - Reserved Parking for Physically Disabled
Establishing one reserved parking space for the physically disabled on the west side of Chantry Road near Chantry and Northwest 109th.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - 90-Degree Angle Parking
Establishing 90-degree angle parking within a setback parking area on the west side of Chantry Road near Chantry Northwest 109th.
Public Hearing - Miscellaneous Provisions and Offenses Ordinance
Public hearing regarding an ordinance relating to obstruction of officers in the Oklahoma City Municipal Code.
Ordinance to be Introduced - Storm Water Drainage Program
Introduction of an ordinance relating to the storm water drainage program, clarifying the use of funds for project construction.
Public Hearing - Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing regarding listed dilapidated structures.
Resolution - Declaring Structures Dilapidated
Resolution declaring listed structures as dilapidated.
Public Hearing - Unsecured Structures
Public hearing regarding listed unsecured structures.
Resolution - Declaring Structures Unsecured
Resolution declaring listed structures as unsecured, with one item deferred.
Public Hearing - Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing regarding listed abandoned buildings, with one item deferred.
Resolution - Declaring Buildings Abandoned
Resolution declaring listed buildings as abandoned, with one item deferred.
Resolution - Section 108 Loan for First National Building
Approving a Section 108 loan with HUD for the First National Building redevelopment.
Resolution - Salary Continuation for Corporal William Macowan
Approving salary continuation for Corporal William Macowan.
Resolution - Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAF Local 27
Approving the collective bargaining agreement with IAF Local 27 for FY2021-2022.
Resolution - Quinton Hughes and Sasha Hughes Case
Authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability.
Resolution - Legal Representation for Letta Breath
Authorizing Spencer Fain LLP to represent City employee Letta Breath.
Resolution - Legal Representation for Nick Kelly
Authorizing Spencer Fain LLP to represent City employee Nick Kelly.
Executive Session - FOP and ASMC Negotiations
To discuss collective bargaining negotiations with the FOP and ASMC.
Executive Session - Lai V. City of OKC Case
To receive confidential communications concerning the case of Lai V. City of OKC.
Executive Session - Derek Swan V. City of OKC Case
To receive confidential communications concerning the case of Derek Swan V. City of OKC.
Claims Recommended for Denial
One item (bb1a) was stricken, leaving item bb1b for consideration.
Claims Recommended for Approval
Items a through G were handled with one motion.