Meeting Summary
The city council meeting included several ceremonial recognitions, a presentation on the annual resident survey highlighting high satisfaction with city services despite concerns about street maintenance, and a detailed presentation on the MAPS 4 implementation plan. Key discussions also revolved around the Quail Creek TIF district and the allocation of American Rescue Plan funds.
Key Decisions & Votes
Employee of the Month Recognition
00:04:00Richard Bradley, a system support specialist in the IT department, was recognized as the September 2021 Employee of the Month for 40 years of dedicated service.
Teacher of the Month Recognition
00:09:00Dana Chambers, a physical education teacher at Quail Creek Elementary, was recognized as the September 2021 Teacher of the Month by the Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
Senior Center Month Proclamation
00:14:00The month of September 2021 was proclaimed as Senior Center Month in Oklahoma City, recognizing the important role of senior centers in the community.
Hunger Action Month Proclamation
00:18:00The month of September was proclaimed as Hunger Action Month and September 17, 2021, as Hunger Action Day in Oklahoma City, in partnership with the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma.
Mayor's Travel Expenses Approval
00:20:00Travel expenses for the Mayor to attend the US Conference of Mayors fall leadership meeting in Dayton, Ohio, from September 30th to October 2nd were approved.
Oklahoma City Park Commission Appointment
00:20:00Janet Seel was appointed to serve as a member of the Oklahoma City Park Commission.
Limited Revocable Rowing and Paddle Practice Permit
00:46:00A permit was approved for the River Sport Foundation for use of part of the Eastern Basin of the Oklahoma River for rowing and paddle practice.
Memorial Marathon Activity and Use Agreement
00:47:00An activity and use agreement was approved with the Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation for the 2021 Memorial Marathon Run to Remember on October 2nd and 3rd.
Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K Permit
00:49:00A revocable Right-of-Way use permit was approved for Red Coyote Running and Fitness to hold the Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K on October 17th.
Amendment to Engineering Contract for Northwest Expressway Bridge Project
00:51:00An amendment to the engineering contract for the Northwest Expressway and North May Avenue bridge project was approved due to increased construction costs and ACOG funding.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (16912 Southwestern Avenue)
00:54:00An ordinance was approved for rezoning 16912 Southwestern Avenue from AA to SPD 1268.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (424 Northwest 30th Street)
00:55:00An ordinance was approved for rezoning 424 Northwest 30th Street from C3 to Spud 1316 to allow for a garage apartment.
Amendment to Master Design Statement (2222 Southwest 104th Street)
00:57:00An amendment to the master design statement for 2222 Southwest 104th Street was approved, removing some use units.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (2222 Southwest 104th Street)
00:58:00An ordinance was approved for rezoning 2222 Southwest 104th Street from R1 to Spud 1325 for a Learning Center/daycare.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (1010 Southwest 104th Street)
00:59:00An ordinance was approved for rezoning 1010 Southwest 104th Street from PUD 251a to Spud 1328.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (Southwest 164th Street Closure)
01:00:00An ordinance was approved for closing an unimproved portion of Southwest 164th Street near South Penn.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (Solid Waste Amendment)
01:01:00An ordinance amending chapter 49 related to Solid Waste, specifically keeping waste materials in containers, was approved.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (Downtown MAPS Economic Development Project Plan Amendment)
01:04:00An ordinance amending section 10 of the downtown MAPS economic development project plan was approved.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (D-annexation near Southeast 44th Street)
01:04:00An ordinance diminishing the corporate limits of Oklahoma City for an area north of Southeast 44th Street, east of the Kickapoo Turnpike, and west of Luther Road was approved.
Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structures
01:08:00A resolution declaring certain structures as dilapidated was approved.
Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures
01:12:00A resolution declaring certain structures as unsecured was approved.
Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings
01:13:00A resolution declaring certain buildings as abandoned was approved.
Resolution Adopting Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment
01:14:00A resolution adopting an amendment to the fiscal year 2022 budget was approved.
Resolution Approving Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Plan
01:15:00A resolution approving the American Rescue Plan Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds plan and allocations was approved.
Resolution Approving MAPS 4 Implementation Plan
01:49:00A resolution approving the MAPS 4 implementation plan, outlining the aggressive schedule and funding for 16 complex projects, was approved.
Salary Continuation for Corporal Nicholas Gilmore
01:50:00A resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal Nicholas Gilmore while he requires rehabilitation was approved.
Contest Judgment in Durvy v. City of OKC
01:51:00A resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to contest judgment without amending liability in the case of Durvy v. City of OKC was approved.
Executive Session for 2445 West I-44 v. City of OKC
01:51:00Entry into executive session was approved to receive confidential communications regarding 2445 West I-44 v. City of OKC.
Executive Session for Opioid Litigation
01:52:00Entry into executive session was approved to receive confidential communications concerning the pending opioid litigation in the case of City v. City of OKC versus Purdue Pharma.
Executive Session for Collective Bargaining Negotiations
01:52:00Entry into executive session was approved to discuss collective bargaining negotiations for fiscal year 2021-2022 with the FOP, IA, and ASMC.
Claim Denial
01:53:00A claim recommended for denial was approved.
Claims Approval
01:53:00Claims recommended for approval (items a through e) were approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Memorial Marathon Run to Remember
Utilizing public property and rights-of-way at various locations, with the finish line at the new Scissortail Park and using the Convention Center and Omni Hotel.
Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
Running through Nichols, in cooperation with Fassler Hall and the Midtown Alliance.
A Better Way Launch
A program aimed at addressing homelessness and litter, with staff and community partners involved.
Parking Day Event
Urban Land Institute of Oklahoma, in partnership with Downtown OKC and others, will serve coffee in a parklet outside City Hall from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. The parklet will be available for 30 days.
First Americans Museum Grand Opening
The museum is officially open after many years of development.
Neighbors Night Out
Council members will be engaging with residents in their communities.
Garden Oaks Community Event
The Garden Oaks Council gathered at Edwards Park from 4 PM to 8 PM, featuring snow cones, a band, and community engagement.
Community Day at Homeland (Northeast OKC)
Features penalty reduction program information, Animal Welfare, and other city resources. Leo's BBQ is also mentioned as a local attraction.
Protest at Oklahoma County Jail
Michael Washington and others will protest the conditions at the Oklahoma County Jail.
Financial Matters
Mayor's Travel Expenses
Approval for travel expenses to attend the US Conference of Mayors fall leadership meeting.
Northwest Expressway Bridge Project Engineering Contract Amendment
Amendment to the engineering contract due to an additional ACOG grant, increasing the total project construction cost to $7.4 million.
American Rescue Plan Funds
Allocation of federal funds for Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery, with half received and the other half due in May 2022. Funds are categorized into revenue replacement, negative economic impacts, and public health emergency response.
MAPS 4 Implementation Plan
Detailed plan for the allocation and scheduling of MAPS 4 funds across 16 projects, including operating and maintenance funds and capital improvement funds.
Oklahoma County Jail Class Action Lawsuit
Michael Washington announced plans to file a class action lawsuit against the Oklahoma County Jail.
Public Comments
Three citizens spoke. One expressed approval for the solid waste ordinance, highlighting the efficiency of automated collection. Another, Jordan Ward, spoke about the upcoming Memorial Marathon. Michael Washington spoke twice, first expressing strong concerns and dissatisfaction with the proposed management of the Freedom Center within the MAPS 4 plan and later about ongoing protests regarding conditions at the Oklahoma County Jail.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Introduction of item BU (Creston Park Redevelopment) deferred to September 28th.
- Ordinance on Final Hearing for Spud 1312 (item 9B) deferred to September 28th.
Deadlines
- American Rescue Plan funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024, and expended by December 31, 2026.
- Warrant Reduction Program ends at the end of the year (2021).
Watch For
- Preliminary report for the Northwest Expressway and North May Avenue bridge project in Spring 2022.
- Public hearing for the fire department general schedule of fees ordinance on September 28th.
- Final hearing for the fire department general schedule of fees ordinance on October 12th.
- Finalization of rules and regulations for American Rescue Plan funds by the US Department of Treasury in the fall.
- Subcommittee appointments for MAPS 4 implementation plan by the Mayor in the next month or two.
Announcements
- Richard Bradley recognized as September 2021 Employee of the Month.
- Dana Chambers recognized as September 2021 Teacher of the Month.
- September 2021 proclaimed as Senior Center Month.
- September proclaimed as Hunger Action Month and September 17, 2021, as Hunger Action Day.
- Warrant Reduction Program has closed 3,990 cases, collected $68,147, and dismissed 1,400 failure to appear cases. Call 405-297-3898 for information.
- Vaccine information available through City-County Health at 405-419-4119, to be included in water bills.
- First Americans Museum is officially open this weekend.
- Neighbors Night Out is tonight.
- Garden Oaks Community held a successful event at Edwards Park last Saturday.
- OCCD partnered with a church and vendors for a vaccination event at SoBow on Saturday.
- Homeland in Northeast Oklahoma City is packed daily, and Leo's BBQ is open.
- Community Day at Homeland is the first Sunday of each month from 1 PM to 5 PM.
- Pardon and Parole Board's commutation recommendation for Julius Jones is awaiting the Governor's decision.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation by Pastor Rodney Newman and Pledge of Allegiance led by Michaela Visia.
Ceremonial Items and Office of the Mayor
Recognition of Employee of the Month, Teacher of the Month, Senior Center Month Proclamation, and Hunger Action Month Proclamation.
Resolution approving travel expenses for the Mayor
Approval for the Mayor to attend the US Conference of Mayors fall leadership meeting.
Appointment of Janet Seel to the Oklahoma City Park Commission
Appointment of Janet Seel as a member of the Oklahoma City Park Commission.
City Manager Reports
Presentations on the annual resident survey and the Quail Creek TIF district.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of items A and B from the Journal of Council Proceedings.
Request for Uncontested Continuances
Several items were struck from the agenda or deferred.
Limited Revocable Rowing and Paddle Practice Permit
Permit for River Sport Foundation for use of the Eastern Basin of the Oklahoma River.
Activity and Use Agreement for Memorial Marathon
Agreement with Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation for the 2021 Memorial Marathon.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for Red Coyote Runtoberfest 5K
Permit for Red Coyote Running and Fitness to hold the Runtoberfest 5K.
Amendment to Engineering Contract for Northwest Expressway Bridge Project
Amendment to the engineering contract for the bridge project at Northwest Expressway and North May Avenue.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (16912 Southwestern Avenue)
Rezoning from AA to SPD 1268.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (424 Northwest 30th Street)
Rezoning from C3 to Spud 1316.
Amendment to Master Design Statement (2222 Southwest 104th Street)
Amendment to the master design statement for a property at 2222 Southwest 104th Street.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (2222 Southwest 104th Street)
Rezoning from R1 to Spud 1325.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (1010 Southwest 104th Street)
Rezoning from PUD 251a to Spud 1328.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (Southwest 164th Street Closure)
Closing an unimproved portion of Southwest 164th Street.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (Solid Waste Amendment)
Amending chapter 49 related to Solid Waste.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (Downtown MAPS Economic Development Project Plan Amendment)
Amending section 10 of the downtown MAPS economic development project plan.
Ordinance on Final Hearing (D-annexation)
Diminishing corporate limits for an area north of Southeast 44th Street.
Public Hearing regarding ordinance related to the municipal courts
Second of three meetings for an ordinance related to municipal courts and stolen property notices.
Public Hearing regarding an ordinance entitled The amend Cox cable television franchise agreement
Public hearing for an ordinance to amend the Cox cable television franchise agreement.
Ordinance to be introduced today set for public hearing on September 28th and final hearing on October 12th (Fire Department Fees)
Introduction of an ordinance relating to fire department and general schedule of fees.
Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing for dilapidated structures.
Resolution declaring that the structures are dilapidated
Resolution declaring certain structures as dilapidated.
Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing for unsecured structures.
Resolution declaring that the structures are insecured
Resolution declaring certain structures as unsecured.
Public Hearing regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing for abandoned buildings.
Resolution declaring that the buildings are abandoned
Resolution declaring certain buildings as abandoned.
Public hearing regarding an amendment to the fiscal year 2022 budget
Public hearing for an amendment to the fiscal year 2022 budget.
Resolution adopting said Amendment to the fiscal year 2022 budget
Resolution adopting the amendment to the fiscal year 2022 budget.
Resolution approving the Coronavirus state and local fiscal recovery funds plan
Resolution approving the American Rescue Plan Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds plan.
Resolution approving the MAPS 4 implementation plan
Resolution approving the MAPS 4 implementation plan.
Resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Corporal Nicholas Gilmore
Resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal Nicholas Gilmore.
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to conest judgment without amending liability in the case of Durvy city of OKC
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to contest judgment in Durvy v. City of OKC.
Executive session on advice of the municipal counselor to receive confidential Communications regarding 2445 West i44 V city of OKC
Executive session for confidential communications regarding a legal case.
Executive session on advice of the municipal counselor to receive confidential Communications concerning the pending opioid litigation in the case of City V city of OKC versus Purdue Pharma
Executive session for confidential communications concerning opioid litigation.
Executive session intern to Executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations for fiscal year 2021 2022 with the fop IA and asme
Executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations.
Claim recommended for denial
One claim recommended for denial.
Claims recommended for approval items a through e
Multiple claims recommended for approval.