Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a resolution strongly encouraging residents to follow safety precautions, including mask-wearing in public indoor areas, and discussed the possibility of a future mask mandate. The meeting also featured the introduction of the new Youth Council members and the recognition of the August Teacher of the Month. Several financial allocations for economic development projects were approved, while a contract for the Neighborhood Alliance and a PUD for a manufactured housing development were deferred for further discussion.
Key Decisions & Votes
Recognition of August 2021 Teacher of the Month
09:00The City Council unanimously approved a resolution recognizing Mackenzie Hodge as the August 2021 Teacher of the Month.
Appointment of Youth Counselors
30:00The City Council unanimously approved the appointment of the new class of Youth Council members.
Councilwoman Nice Travel Expenses
31:30The City Council unanimously approved a resolution for Councilwoman Nice's travel expenses to attend a ULI Oklahoma trip.
Amendment to Mask Encouragement Resolution
44:00An amendment was approved to broaden the language from 'CDC guidance' to 'safety precautions' and to explicitly state the resolution is not a mask mandate, respecting personal reasons for not wearing a mask.
Resolution Encouraging Mask-Wearing
50:00The City Council approved, by a 6-2 vote, the resolution as amended, strongly encouraging residents to follow safety precautions, including mask-wearing in public indoor areas.
Consent Docket
1:13:00The City Council unanimously approved the consent docket, excluding the deferred Neighborhood Alliance contract.
OCMFA Items
1:09:00The City Council, sitting as the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority, unanimously approved all items on its agenda.
OCPA Items
1:10:00The City Council, sitting as the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority, unanimously approved all items on its agenda.
Ordinance PUD 1817 (19301 N Pennsylvania Ave)
1:20:00The City Council unanimously approved the rezone from PUD 1225 C3 to C3 and R4 residential for the property at 19301 North Pennsylvania Avenue.
Ordinance PUD 1824 (4901 SW 149th St)
1:22:00The City Council unanimously approved the rezone from I2 to PUD 1824 for a property at 4901 Southwest 149th Street, intended for heavy vehicular machinery storage.
Ordinance Closing Styles Avenue/Circle
1:23:00The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance closing, vacating, discontinuing, and foreclosing the right to reopen a portion of Styles Avenue/Circle and an easement.
Ordinance Establishing 45-Degree Angle Parking on N McKinley
1:24:00The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance establishing 45-degree angle parking on the east side of North McKinley near Northwest 28th.
Ordinance Establishing Reserve Parking Spaces on N McKinley
1:24:30The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance establishing two reserve parking spaces for the physically disabled on the east side of North McKinley near Northwest 28th.
Ordinance Removing Metered Parking on S Couch
1:25:00The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance removing metered parking on the south side of Couch near Lee to create a loading zone.
Ordinance Establishing Reserve Parking Space on S Couch
1:25:30The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance establishing a reserve parking space for the physically disabled on the south side of Couch near Lee.
Ordinance Establishing Metered Parking on S Harvey
1:26:00The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance establishing metered parking on the east and west sides of South Harvey from West Reno to Southwest Second.
Ordinance Establishing Reserve Parking Spaces on S Harvey
1:26:30The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance establishing reserve parking spaces for the physically disabled on the west side of South Harvey near Southwest Second.
Ordinance Establishing Reserve Parking Space on SW 15th
1:27:00The City Council unanimously approved the ordinance establishing a reserve parking space for the physically disabled on the south side of Southwest 15th near South McKinley.
Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structures
1:33:00The City Council unanimously approved the resolution declaring various structures as dilapidated.
Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures
1:34:00The City Council unanimously approved the resolution declaring various structures as unsecured.
Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings
1:35:00The City Council unanimously approved the resolution declaring various buildings as abandoned.
Resolution Creating Stockyard City Business Improvement District
1:37:00The City Council unanimously approved the resolution creating the Stockyard City Business Improvement District.
Joint Resolution for Boulevard Place Apartment Project Allocation
1:46:00The City Council approved, by a 5-3 vote, a joint resolution with the Economic Development Trust for a $1.5 million allocation to the Boulevard Place Apartment Project.
Joint Resolution for Ancillary Infrastructure Program Allocation
1:48:00The City Council unanimously approved a joint resolution with the Economic Development Trust for a $500,000 allocation to the Ancillary Infrastructure Program.
Joint Resolution for Griffin Communications HQ Relocation Allocation
1:49:00The City Council approved, by a 7-1 vote, a joint resolution with the Economic Development Trust for a $2.7 million allocation for the relocation of Griffin Communications corporate headquarters.
Joint Resolution for Signify Health Inc. Job Creation Incentives
1:52:00The City Council unanimously approved a joint resolution with the Economic Development Trust for a $400,000 allocation for job creation incentives to Signify Health Inc.
Resolution Creating Increment District Number 15 (Northeast Renaissance)
1:57:00The City Council unanimously approved the resolution establishing Increment District Number 15, which will use sales tax from incentivized projects to fund redevelopment.
Resolution for Salary Continuation for Corporal Denny Stacy
1:58:00The City Council unanimously approved a resolution for salary continuation for Corporal Denny Stacy during his rehabilitation.
Resolution Authorizing Legal Representation for Angela Pierce
1:59:00The City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing legal representation for city employee Angela Pierce.
Claims Recommended for Denial
1:59:30The City Council unanimously approved the claims recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval
2:00:00The City Council unanimously approved the claims recommended for approval.
Upcoming Community Events
Asian Night Market Festival
1200 NW 25th Street, from 2 PM to midnight. Safety precautions include vendor distancing, mask encouragement, and temperature checks.
Down Syndrome Festival and 5K
Sheridan and Norwich. Volunteers and staff to wear masks, participants highly recommended to wear masks.
Expungement Expo
Urban League, 11 AM to 3 PM. Includes legal clinic and information on the city's penalty reduction program.
National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Block Party
5 PM to 7 PM.
Affinity Sculpture Dedication
Science Museum, 10 AM.
Science Museum Oklahoma 21 and Up
Freedom Fiesta Walk (63rd Anniversary of OKC Sit-ins)
Walk from church to Kaiser's Bean.
Voter Registration and Outdoor Concert
Northeast Oklahoma City Community and Cultural Center, 7 PM.
Clara Luper Post Office Dedication
Downtown Post Office, 9 AM.
Oklahoma History Center Art Exhibit and Movies
All day.
Freedom Fiesta Celebration
5th Street Baptist Church. Keynote speaker Reverend John A. Reed, special recognition of Reverend W.B. Parker.
Financial Matters
Councilwoman Nice Travel Expenses
Approval of travel expenses for Councilwoman Nice to attend the ULI Oklahoma Denver Pierce City trip.
Neighborhood Alliance of Central Oklahoma Contract
Discussion and deferral of a contract with the Neighborhood Alliance, noting a decrease in funding from $190,000 in 2014 to $157,000 this year despite increased services.
Belle Isle Library Expansion Change Order
Change order for the Belle Isle Library expansion project to address interior glass and integration issues, with project completion expected in December.
Arterial Street Resurfacing Phase 1 (Martin Luther King)
Final acceptance of Phase 1 of the Martin Luther King street project, which involved upgrading curbs and sidewalks. Phase 1 cost $737,000, and Phase 2 (street resurfacing and drainage box replacement) is estimated at $1.9 million.
Sewer Rebuild/Rehabilitation Project
Project to replace a dilapidated sewer line and relocate it into an easement, potentially requiring condemnation for two properties.
The Outlet Malls Incentive Agreement
Authorization to negotiate a five-year extension for a regional marketing incentive, with proposed annual amounts of $350,000 for the first year and $250,000 for subsequent years, contingent on sales thresholds. Total incentive received over 10 years was $5.3 million.
Boulevard Place Apartment Project Allocation
Allocation of funds from Increment District Number Two for the Boulevard Place Apartment Project.
Ancillary Infrastructure Program Allocation
Allocation of funds from Increment District Number Two for the Ancillary Infrastructure Program.
Griffin Communications Corporate Headquarters Relocation Allocation
Allocation of funds for the relocation of Griffin Communications corporate headquarters.
Signify Health Inc. Job Creation Economic Development Incentives
Allocation of general obligation limited tax bond proceeds for job creation incentives to Signify Health Inc., which plans to add 224 new jobs with a starting salary of $15/hour.
Creation of Increment District Number 15 (Northeast Renaissance)
Resolution establishing Increment District Number 15, which will use 2.25% of sales tax collected from incentivized projects (like the Homeland store) to pay for tax increment financing.
Salary Continuation for Corporal Denny Stacy
Approval of salary continuation for Corporal Denny Stacy during his rehabilitation.
Claims Recommended for Denial
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval.
Public Comments
Public comments included opposition to the mask encouragement resolution citing constitutional rights and CDC unreliability, a request for increased funding for the Neighborhood Alliance due to expanded services, a plea for deferral of a dilapidated property demolition due to ongoing sale and demolition plans, support for the Stockyards Business Improvement District, concerns from a resident and school board member regarding the impact of a proposed manufactured housing development on local infrastructure, traffic, property values, and school funding, and a complaint about over-policing at a local business's outdoor event.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Contract with Neighborhood Alliance of Central Oklahoma (Item 9m) deferred for two weeks.
- Dilapidated structure at 2600 S I-35 (Item 11m1a) deferred for four weeks.
- Abandoned building (Item 11o1c) deferred for four weeks.
- Ordinance on Final Hearing - PUD 1820 (10801 Old 4 Highway) (Item 11z1) deferred for two weeks.
Deadlines
- Public hearing for solid waste ordinance on August 31st.
- Final hearing for solid waste ordinance on September 14th.
Watch For
- Discussion and potential drafting of a mask mandate ordinance at the next council meeting.
- Further discussions with staff regarding the Neighborhood Alliance contract and funding options.
- Updates on negotiations for sewer line easements for the project between NW 63rd and NW 60th.
- Finalization of terms for the Outlet Mall incentive agreement, expected for consideration at the August 31st meeting.
- Continued conversations regarding the other pieces of Increment District B and potential amendments.
- Exploration of measures the city could take to intervene in cases of bad landlords not providing basic services.
- Anticipated housing study results and future bond/MAPS investments in housing.
Announcements
- Mackenzie Hodge, a fifth-grade science teacher at Wheeler Elementary, was recognized as the August 2021 Teacher of the Month.
- The new class of Youth Council members for each ward and at-large representatives were introduced and appointed.
- Bill Crumb, a reporter for The Oklahoman covering City Council, is retiring and was thanked for his service.
- Langston University cleared $4.65 million in student balances for over 1300 students.
- Millwood School had its first day of school with a burst in enrollment.
- OKCPS has experienced COVID-19 cases in some schools since their return.
- The Expungement Expo, hosted by the Urban League, will take place on Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, offering legal clinics and information on the city's penalty reduction program.
- The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum is hosting its third annual neighborhood block party this Friday from 5 PM to 7 PM.
- The Affinity sculpture dedication will be held at the Science Museum on August 25th at 10 AM.
- Science Museum Oklahoma will host a '21 and Up' event on August 27th.
- The 63rd anniversary of the Oklahoma City sit-ins was celebrated, including a Freedom Fiesta walk and upcoming events.
- A voter registration and outdoor concert will be held at the Northeast Oklahoma City Community and Cultural Center on Thursday at 7 PM.
- The Clara Luper Post Office (downtown post office) will be officially dedicated this Saturday at 9 AM.
- The Oklahoma History Center will host an art exhibit and movies all day on Saturday.
- The Freedom Fiesta celebration will be held at the 5th Street Baptist Church on Sunday, with keynote speaker Reverend John A. Reed and special recognition of Reverend W.B. Parker.
- United States Marine Major Tyler Tidwell, a Deer Creek graduate and Naval Academy football player, was honored at a home dedication ceremony after being diagnosed with ALS.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation led by Right Reverend Polson C. Reed, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Katura Vicia of Girl Scout Troop 269.
Recognition of August 2021 Teacher of the Month
Recognition of Mackenzie Hodge, a fifth-grade science teacher at Wheeler Elementary, as the August 2021 Teacher of the Month by the Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
Youth Council Presentation
Introduction and appointment of the new class of Youth Council members for each ward and at-large representatives.
4a: Public Hearing regarding ordinance relating to the zoning and planning code (quail, doves, pfel, ostriches)
Public hearing on an ordinance related to the zoning and planning code concerning specific animal types.
4b: Resolution approving travel expenses for Councilwoman Nice
Approval of travel expenses for Councilwoman Nice to attend the ULI Oklahoma Denver Pierce City trip in Denver, Colorado.
4c: Resolution strongly encouraging residents to follow CDC guidance
Resolution encouraging residents to follow safety precautions, including wearing masks in public indoor areas, and reminding that businesses may have stricter rules. An amendment was proposed and approved to broaden 'CDC guidance' to 'safety precautions' and clarify it is not a mandate.
5: City Manager Reports
Report on performance measures tied to the local economy.
6a, 6b: Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the journal of council proceedings.
7: Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Various items related to properties with secured owners.
8a: Revocable Permit with Asian District Cultural Association
Permit for the Asian Night Market Festival on August 28th at 1200 NW 25th Street.
8b: Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma
Permit for the Down Syndrome Festival and 5K on September 25th on Sheridan and Norwich.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items A-G
Various items under the OCMFA agenda.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPA) Items A-B
Various items under the OCPA agenda.
9m: Consent Docket Item - Contract with Neighborhood Alliance of Central Oklahoma
Consideration of a contract with the Neighborhood Alliance of Central Oklahoma for neighborhood services.
9q: Consent Docket Item - Application for Youth Homeless Demonstration Program
Application for the Youth Homeless Demonstration Program to provide services for homeless youth.
9r: Consent Docket Item - Bike Infrastructure along Route 66
Discussion regarding bike infrastructure along Route 66 in Wards 1, 2, 3, 6, and 7.
9z: Consent Docket Item - Change Order for Belle Isle Library Expansion Project
Change order for the Belle Isle Library expansion project addressing interior glass and coordination between new and old construction.
9ac: Consent Docket Item - Arterial Street Resurfacing Final Acceptance for Phase 1 (Martin Luther King)
Final acceptance for Phase 1 of arterial street resurfacing on Martin Luther King from NE 36th to NE 50th, focusing on curb and sidewalk upgrades.
9am: Consent Docket Item - Sewer Rebuild/Rehabilitation Project
Sewer rebuild and rehabilitation project in the vicinity of NW 63rd and NW 60th from Colony Lane to Barnes Avenue, including potential condemnation for easements.
9ao: Consent Docket Item - Authorization to Negotiate Agreement with The Outlet Malls
Authorization to negotiate an agreement with The Outlet Malls for a continuing incentive to support regional marketing.
9ax: Consent Docket Item - Contract with OKC Beautiful
Renewal of a contract with OKC Beautiful for beautification efforts along Classen Avenue.
10A-K: Concurrence Docket
Approval of various items on the concurrence docket.
11a: Ordinance on Final Hearing - PUD 1817 (19301 N Pennsylvania Ave)
Rezone from PUD 1225 C3 to C3 and R4 residential for a property at 19301 North Pennsylvania Avenue.
11b: Ordinance on Final Hearing - PUD 1824 (4901 SW 149th St)
Rezone from I2 to PUD 1824 for a property at 4901 Southwest 149th Street, for heavy vehicular machinery storage.
11c: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Closing Styles Avenue/Circle
Ordinance closing, vacating, discontinuing, and foreclosing the right to reopen a portion of Styles Avenue/Circle and an easement in the Innovation District.
11d: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Establishing 45-degree angle parking on N McKinley
Ordinance establishing 45-degree angle parking within an existing setback parking area on the east side of North McKinley near Northwest 28th.
11e: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Establishing two reserve parking spaces for physically disabled on N McKinley
Ordinance establishing two reserve parking spaces for the physically disabled on the east side of North McKinley near Northwest 28th.
11f: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Removing metered parking on S Couch
Ordinance removing metered parking on the south side of Couch near Lee to create a loading zone.
11g: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Establishing a reserve parking space for physically disabled on S Couch
Ordinance establishing a reserve parking space for the physically disabled on the south side of Couch near Lee.
11h: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Establishing metered parking on S Harvey
Ordinance establishing metered parking on the east and west sides of South Harvey from West Reno to Southwest Second.
11i: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Establishing reserve parking spaces for physically disabled on S Harvey
Ordinance establishing reserve parking spaces for the physically disabled on the west side of South Harvey near Southwest Second.
11j: Ordinance on Final Hearing - Establishing a reserve parking space for physically disabled on SW 15th
Ordinance establishing a reserve parking space for the physically disabled on the south side of Southwest 15th near South McKinley.
11k: Public Hearing regarding ordinance relating to electric assisted bicycles on certain trails
Public hearing on an ordinance relating to electric assisted bicycles on certain trails.
11l: Ordinance to be Introduced - Amending Chapter 49 of the OKC Municipal Code (Solid Wastes)
Introduction of an ordinance to amend Chapter 49 of the Oklahoma City Municipal Code relating to solid wastes, proposing full containerization for trash collection.
11m1: Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing on various dilapidated structures.
11m1a: Dilapidated structure at 2600 S I-35
Public hearing for a dilapidated structure at 2600 South I-35 (South Prospect Avenue).
11m2: Resolution declaring structures dilapidated
Resolution declaring various structures as dilapidated.
11n1: Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing on various unsecured structures.
11n2: Resolution declaring structures unsecured
Resolution declaring various structures as unsecured.
11o1: Public Hearing regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing on various abandoned buildings.
11o1c: Abandoned building
Public hearing for an abandoned building.
11o2: Resolution declaring buildings abandoned
Resolution declaring various buildings as abandoned.
11p1: Public Hearing regarding the Stockyards Business Improvement District
Public hearing on the Stockyards Business Improvement District.
11p2: Resolution creating the Stockyard City Business Improvement District
Resolution creating the Stockyard City Business Improvement District (City of Oklahoma City Improvement and Special Services Assessment District Number 13).
11q1: Public Hearing regarding allocation for the Boulevard Place Apartment Project
Public hearing on an allocation for the Boulevard Place Apartment Project.
11q2: Joint Resolution approving allocation for the Boulevard Place Apartment Project
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving an allocation for the Boulevard Place Apartment Project.
11r1: Public Hearing regarding allocation in support of the Ancillary Infrastructure Program
Public hearing on an allocation in support of the Ancillary Infrastructure Program.
11r2: Joint Resolution approving allocation for the Ancillary Infrastructure Program
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving an allocation for the Ancillary Infrastructure Program.
11s1: Public Hearing regarding allocation for relocation of Griffin Communications corporate headquarters
Public hearing on an allocation for the relocation of Griffin Communications corporate headquarters.
11s2: Joint Resolution approving allocation for relocation of Griffin Communications corporate headquarters
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving an allocation for the relocation of Griffin Communications corporate headquarters.
11t1: Public Hearing regarding allocation for job creation economic development incentives to Signify Health Inc.
Public hearing on an allocation for job creation economic development incentives to Signify Health Inc.
11t2: Joint Resolution approving allocation for job creation economic development incentives to Signify Health Inc.
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving an allocation for job creation economic development incentives to Signify Health Inc.
11u: Resolution establishing Increment District Number 15 (Northeast Renaissance)
Resolution describing, establishing, and creating Increment District Number 15 (City of OKC pursuant to the provisions of the amended and restated Northeast Renaissance Redevelopment Project Plan).
11v1: Resolution approving request for salary continuation for Corporal Denny Stacy
Resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Corporal Denny Stacy while he continues to require rehabilitation.
11w1: Resolution authorizing legal representation for Angela Pierce
Resolution authorizing Assistant Municipal Counselors to represent city employee Angela Pierce in the case of Sanders v. City of OKC.
11x1: Claims recommended for denial
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
11y1: Claims recommended for approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval.
11z1: Ordinance on Final Hearing - PUD 1820 (10801 Old 4 Highway)
Ordinance on final hearing for a rezone from I2 to PUD 1820 at 10801 Old 4 Highway.