Meeting Summary
The City Council extended the mask ordinance until March 5th, approved several resolutions recognizing outstanding city employees and a teacher, and adopted amendments to the Better Streets Safer City plan and the Plan OKC comprehensive plan. Significant discussions also included the allocation of CARES Act funds, ice storm debris cleanup efforts, and the rescinding of a medical marijuana zoning ordinance deferral to allow for further industry engagement.
Key Decisions & Votes
Teacher of the Month Recognition
04:00Resolution recognizing Cody Severson as January 2021 Teacher of the Month.
Employee of the Year Recognition
10:00Resolution recognizing Captain Frank Barnes as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Year.
Firefighters of the Year Recognition
15:00Resolution recognizing Lieutenant Delana Fer and Lieutenant Ryan Mackey as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighters of the Year.
Police Officer of the Year Recognition
19:00Resolution recognizing Staff Sergeant Kim Holmes as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year.
Board of Appeals Building Code Appointment
21:00Appointment of Tommy Willis to serve as a member of the Board of Appeals Building Code.
Journal of Council Proceedings
21:30Approval of previous meeting minutes (Items 4A and 4B).
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority Items
25:30Approval of various items for the OC MFA (Items A-D).
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Items
26:00Approval of various items for the OC PPA (Items A, B, D, E).
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Item
26:30Approval of claims and payroll for the Environmental Assistance Trust (Item A).
Mask Ordinance Extension Introduction
49:00Introduction of an ordinance to extend the mask mandate.
Mask Ordinance Extension Adoption with Emergency
49:30Adoption of the ordinance to extend the mask mandate until March 5, 2021, with an emergency clause.
CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant Amendments
55:00Approval of amendments to the grant agreement with Mental Health Association regarding project dates and subcontractor payments (Item 7K).
CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant Approval
57:30Approval of the amended resolution for CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant funds for Mental Health Association (Item 7K).
Consent Docket Approval
1:38:00Approval of all remaining items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket Approval
1:39:00Approval of items A through E on the concurrence docket.
Rezoning 15123 North Council Road
1:44:00Ordinance on Final Hearing to rezone property from PUD 1568 to R1 for single-family development (Item 9A).
Alley Closure in Westover Edition
1:45:00Ordinance to close a portion of an east-west alley (Item 9B1).
Easement Closure East of North Hudson Avenue
1:48:00Ordinance to close an easement east of North Hudson Avenue and north of Northwest 7th (Item 9B2).
PUD 1693 Rezoned Area Reduction
1:49:00Ordinance amending Ordinance 2649 to reduce the rezoned area at 9900 North Kelly Avenue (Item 9C).
Reclamation of Impounded Animals Ordinance
1:50:00Ordinance on Final Hearing relating to the reclamation of impounded animals (Item 9D).
Vaping and Tobacco Ordinance Amendment
1:52:00Approval of an amendment to the proposed ordinance on miscellaneous provisions and offenses relating to vaping and tobacco (Item 9E).
Vaping and Tobacco Ordinance Introduction
1:53:00Introduction of the amended ordinance on miscellaneous provisions and offenses relating to vaping and tobacco (Item 9E).
Declaration of Dilapidated Structures
1:57:00Resolution declaring various structures dilapidated (Item 9F2).
Declaration of Unsecured Structures
1:58:00Resolution declaring various structures unsecured (Item 9G2).
Declaration of Abandoned Buildings
1:59:00Resolution declaring various buildings abandoned (Item 9H2).
CDBG-DRR Program Final Report
2:03:00Resolution to receive a final report on the CDBG-DRR program expenditures and accomplishments (Item 9I2).
Plan OKC Comprehensive Plan Amendment
2:23:00Resolution receiving an amendment to the Plan OKC comprehensive plan, updating and clarifying the document (Item 9J).
Claims Recommended for Denial
2:24:00Denial of various claims (Item 9K1).
Rescinding Medical Marijuana Zoning Ordinance Deferral
2:34:00Resolution rescinding the deferral of the medical marijuana zoning ordinance to allow for further engagement and a revised proposal (Item 10A).
Upcoming Community Events
MLK Virtual Parade
Held virtually by the MLK OKC MLK Coalition, informative and educational, highlighted black businesses.
Financial Matters
Ice Storm Debris Cleanup Contract Amendment (Item 7E)
Additional funds for removal of broken and hanging limbs in parks and medians.
Residential Resurfacing Budget Amendment (Item 7J)
Increase funds for an area bounded by I-44, 89th, S May, 74th due to base failures and potholes.
Sidewalk Projects Budget Amendments (Item 7J)
Increases for Windsor Hills, Ralph Downs Elementary, Harvest Hills, EW Perry Park due to accessibility issues, driveway replacements, and intersection improvements.
Bike Lane Project Budget Amendment (Item 7J)
Increase for Lah Avenue project (4th to 23rd Street) due to underestimated needs.
Will Rogers Tennis Center Clubhouse (Item 7N)
Finalization of the clubhouse project, including restrooms and concessions, with additional funding from a partner group.
Public Works Debris Collection Amendments (Items 7Q1, 7Q2)
Adding 5,000 additional tons to each of two contractors (Custom Tree Care and Ceres Environmental) for arterial streets, medians, parks, schools, and churches.
CARES Act Funds - City County Health Department (Item 7Z)
Allocation of unused portion of previous contract for COVID-19 testing, tracing, and vaccination costs.
CARES Act Funds - Rental Assistance Program (Item 7AA)
Federal funds received by the city for rental assistance.
Urban Renewal - Quick Claim Deed (Item 7AF)
Proceeds from the sale of surplus property adjacent to OKURA to be deposited into a special purpose fund for JFK Park improvements.
Small Business Continuity Program (City Manager Report)
Funds approved for lost revenues, retrofits, and technical assistance for minority-owned businesses.
Public Comments
Two citizens spoke against the mask mandate, citing individual liberty and enforcement concerns. Three medical marijuana industry representatives thanked the council for listening and offered to provide education on the industry. One citizen spoke generally about the need for good governance and unity.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Settlement agreement with ASM Global and Thunder (PPA item C and Concurrence docket item 8F): Deferred to February 2nd
- Dilapidated structure at 2516 North Kate Avenue (Item 9F1A): Deferred to February 16th
- Abandoned building at Northeast 21st (Item 9H1L): Deferred
Deadlines
- Claims for reimbursement for CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant (Item 7K): September 30, 2021
- First pass of residential debris cleanup: End of January
- Second pass of residential debris cleanup: February
Watch For
- Additional amendments to Better Streets Safer City plan
- Plenary reports on street enhancement projects
- Additional reporting on future bike lane projects in 2021
- Every Better Streets project hopefully in construction by end of calendar year
- More information and future items related to the $19.6M rental assistance program
- Medical marijuana zoning ordinance to be revisited after industry engagement and legislative session changes
- Planning Commission School District Relations Committee to present a letter to Planning Commissioners in February
- Annual meeting in June for superintendents and Planning Commission
- Ordinance on Miscellaneous Provisions & Offenses (Vaping/Tobacco) (Item 9E) public hearing on February 2nd, final hearing on February 16th
- Small Business Continuity Program closing summary after working with current applicants
Announcements
- Cody Severson recognized as January 2021 Teacher of the Month by Putnam City Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
- Captain Frank Barnes recognized as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Year.
- Lieutenant Delana Fer and Lieutenant Ryan Mackey recognized as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighters of the Year.
- Staff Sergeant Kim Holmes recognized as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year.
- MLK OKC MLK Coalition held a virtual parade, highlighting black businesses and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and visits to Oklahoma.
- Fifth Quarter (firefighter organization) released a calendar to support renovation of their space; encouraged support via FifthQuarterFirefighter.com.
- Peter Holloway, an icon in the restaurant industry, passed away from COVID-19 complications.
- Metropolitan Library System announced a record-breaking 2020 with 20 million digital books checked out.
- City has a new hire for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Agenda Summary
Item 3A
Resolution recognizing Cody Severson as January 2021 Teacher of the Month.
Item 3B
Resolution of commendation for Captain Frank Barnes as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Year.
Item 3C
Resolution of commendation for Lieutenant Delana Fer and Lieutenant Ryan Mackey as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Firefighters of the Year.
Item 3D
Resolution of commendation for Staff Sergeant Kim Holmes as 2020 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year.
Item 3E
Appointment of Tommy Willis to serve as a member of the Board of Appeals Building Code.
Item 4A & 4B
Journal of Council Proceedings.
Item 5
Request for uncontested continuances, including deferral of settlement agreement with ASM Global and Thunder, and striking several dilapidated, unsecured, and abandoned property items.
Item 6
Revocable Permits.
OC MFA Items A-D
Approval of various items for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.
OC PPA Items A, B, D, E
Approval of various items for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority.
OC Environmental Assistance Trust Item A
Claims and payroll for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust.
Item 7E
Resolution approving an amendment to the contract with Custom Tree Care, LLC for ice storm debris cleanup.
Item 7H
Resolution approving a Request for Qualifications for public art services for the Will Rogers Park Tennis Center Clubhouse.
Item 7J
Resolution receiving an amendment to the Better Streets Safer City implementation plan.
Item 7K
Resolution approving allocation of CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant COVID-19 funds and approving a grant agreement with Mental Health Association.
Item 7N
Resolution approving an amendment to the contract with L.A.B. Construction Co. for the Will Rogers Tennis Center Clubhouse.
Item 7Q1
Resolution approving an amendment to the contract with Custom Tree Care, LLC for debris collection.
Item 7Q2
Resolution approving an amendment to the contract with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. for debris collection.
Item 7S1
Resolution accepting the final plat for residential sidewalks and pavement repairs.
Item 7X
Resolution approving an amendment to the contract with I.D. Bailey, P.C. for CARES Act compliance and auditing services.
Item 7Y
Resolution approving an amendment to the contract with ASM Global for COVID-19 mitigation services and equipment.
Item 7Z
Resolution approving a grant agreement with the Oklahoma City-County Health Department for CARES Act funds.
Item 7AA
Resolution approving the submission of an application for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
Item 7AB
Resolution approving an amendment to the Innovation District Tax Increment Finance (TIF) District project area.
Item 7AF
Resolution approving a quit claim deed for surplus property at 16th and MLK to the Oklahoma City Urban Renewal Authority.
Concurrence Docket Items 8A-8E
Approval of various items from other authorities.
Item 9A
Ordinance on Final Hearing to rezone 15123 North Council Road from PUD 1568 to R1.
Item 9B1
Ordinance to close a portion of the east-west alley East in Block 4 of Westover Edition.
Item 9B2
Ordinance to close easement east of North Hudson Avenue and north of Northwest 7th.
Item 9C
Ordinance on Final Hearing amending Ordinance 2649 to reduce the rezoned area at PUD 1693, 9900 North Kelly Avenue from R1 to PUD 1693.
Item 9D
Ordinance on Final Hearing relating to animals, specifically reclamation of impounded animals.
Item 9E
Ordinance to be introduced and set for public hearing amending Chapter 30 (Miscellaneous Provisions and Offenses) relating to vaping and tobacco.
Item 9F1A
Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structure at 2516 North Kate Avenue.
Item 9F2
Resolution declaring structures dilapidated.
Item 9G2
Resolution declaring structures unsecured.
Item 9H2
Resolution declaring buildings abandoned.
Item 9I1
Public Hearing regarding expenditures, activities, and accomplishments of the CDBG-DRR program.
Item 9I2
Resolution to receive a final report on the CDBG-DRR program.
Item 9J
Resolution receiving an amendment to the Plan OKC comprehensive plan.
Item 9K1
Claims recommended for denial.
Item 10A
Resolution rescinding action on December 22nd deferring Council agenda item 11C (proposed ordinance amending Chapter 59 relating to medical marijuana zoning ordinance).
Item 10B
Ordinance to be introduced and adopted with an emergency amending Chapter 23 (Health and Sanitation) relating to the mask ordinance.