Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several zoning changes and recognized the Teacher and Employee of the Month. Key decisions included adopting an ordinance to allow emergency changes to traffic ordinances, setting a use tax rate for public safety vehicles, and approving a resolution to amend personnel policies to include discrimination protection based on gender identity and expression. The council also authorized a special election for a 1/8 cent sales tax dedicated to parks.
Key Decisions & Votes
Teacher of the Month Recognition
00:04Resolution recognizing Shadonna Watkins as December 2019 Teacher of the Month.
Employee of the Month Recognition
00:09Resolution recognizing Sergeant Raymond Swearengen as December 2019 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month.
Mayor's Travel Approval
00:12Resolution approving travel and reimbursement for the Mayor to attend the US Conference of Mayors Civic I/O Mayor Summit.
Rob Littlefield Appointment
00:13Appointment of Rob Littlefield to the Traffic and Transportation Commission.
MAPS 4 Tax Election Results
00:30Accepting the election results for the one percent tax that will fund the MAPS 4 program.
Surf Machine Contract Award
00:40Awarding the contract for the surf machine at the Boathouse area, despite being over the initial estimate, with plans to scale back other program items.
Disorderly Conduct Ordinance Amendment
01:21Amending the disorderly conduct ordinance to include "right-of-way" in the list of areas not to be obstructed.
Adventure District BID Assessment Roll
01:27Resolution adopting and confirming the assessment roll for the Adventure District Business Improvement District for year 2020.
Northeast Renaissance Redevelopment Project Plan
01:36Ordinance approving and adopting the amended and restated Northeast Renaissance Redevelopment Project Plan with emergency.
Increment District B Allocation ($4.4M)
01:46Resolution approving allocation of $4.4 million from Increment District B for public improvements, including a full-service grocery store in northeast Oklahoma City.
Emergency Changes to Traffic Ordinances
02:00Ordinances to allow the Director of Public Works and City Engineer to make emergency and time-limited changes to traffic ordinances.
Youth Tax (Use Tax) Ordinance
02:05Ordinance creating the use tax, setting the rate equal to the sales tax, effective April 1st, primarily for public safety vehicles.
Dilapidated Structures Declaration
02:19Resolution declaring several structures dilapidated, including 1435 NW 39th Street.
Unsecured Structures Declaration
02:22Resolution declaring several structures unsecured.
Abandoned Buildings Declaration
02:23Resolution declaring several buildings abandoned.
International Residential Code Adoption
02:25Resolution repealing and replacing a prior resolution to adopt the 2015 International Residential Code, conforming with state amendments.
AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement
02:26Collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME.
Police Use of Force Policy Revisions
02:37Resolution approving revisions to Police Policy 550 for use of force, incorporating recent case law and de-escalation evaluation.
Street Entertainers Ordinance Amendments
02:50Ordinances deleting special permit requirements for Bricktown Canal street entertainers and making licenses not required citywide, with emergency.
Personnel Policy Amendment (Gender Identity/Expression)
03:07Resolution amending personnel policies to include specific reference to discrimination based on gender identity and/or gender expression.
Special Election for Parks Sales Tax
03:13Resolution authorizing the Mayor to issue a proclamation calling a special election on March 3, 2020, for a 1/8 cent sales tax dedicated to parks.
Upcoming Community Events
Vigil for 2-year-old Riya Thomas
New Dimensions Church on Britton
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Beta Sigma Omega chapter recognition
Recognized 77 young men for academic efforts and positive community impact.
Tree lighting at the East End
First dedicated tree lighting service in northeast Oklahoma City in over 40 years.
Oklahoma Civic Day
Held at OCCC with Generation Citizen.
Life Changes in Wellness amateur boxing tournament
For young people in the community.
Life Changes in Wellness toy giveaway
Community toy distribution.
Northeast Food Security Symposium
Discussion on food insecurity, hosted with Urban Land Institute.
Homelessness Task Force meeting
Discussion on affordable housing and social services.
Financial Matters
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Year-End Report
Net position increased by $36.7 million.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Year-End Report
Net position decreased by $2.7 million, primarily due to capital assets and depreciation. Golf courses improved by $700,000.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Year-End Report
Net position increased by $9.2 million to $61.8 million.
City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
Net position of $2.3 billion, an increase from $2.1 billion. Total assets increased by $200 million.
Fiduciary Funds Year-End Report
Net position of $834 million, an increase of $23 million. Employee Retirement System (OKCERS) is 103.92% funded.
General Fund Balance
Ended the year at $102.6 million (cash basis), representing 21.3% of the city's general fund budget.
Single Audit Report
No material findings for the fourth consecutive year, recognized as a low-risk auditee.
1% Sales Tax for MAPS 4
Election results for the one percent tax funding the MAPS 4 program were accepted.
Donation from Inasmuch Foundation
Donation for the restoration and renovation of Centennial clocks.
Donation agreement with Fields & Futures Foundation
Donation for park area improvements at Southern Oaks Park.
Surf Machine at Boathouse
Contract awarded for the surf machine, with a low bid of $1.965 million, exceeding the estimated cost of $1.45 million.
Economic Development Agreement with Wheeler Community Foundation and Lilly
Agreement for infrastructure reimbursement and access to $20 million for an elementary school within TIF District #12. Increment for 2019 was $13,000.
Allocation from Increment District B
Approval of $4.4 million allocation from Increment District B for public improvements, including a full-service grocery store.
Use Tax Ordinance
Ordinance creating a use tax, set at the same rate as sales tax, to fund replacement of public safety police and fire vehicles and other technical equipment.
Development Impact Fees Annual Report
Approximately $15.1 million available in funds, with $8.3 million added in the last fiscal year. Designated for streets ($11.3M), trails ($1.5M), and parks ($2.3M).
Sales and Use Tax Report
Sales tax growth for the year is about 3.9%; use tax growth is about 9% but slowing, tied to oil and gas.
Public Comments
Seven citizens spoke, addressing concerns about a dilapidated property, expressing opposition to certain TIF districts and economic development plans, and offering strong opinions both for and against the personnel policy amendment regarding gender identity and expression. Other comments included feedback on community engagement and police department efforts.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 9a2 (2105 SW 55th St, C3 to R4) referred to Planning Commission.
- Item 11d (Ordinance related to written notice of public hearings for rezoning applications) referred to Planning Commission.
Deadlines
- Penalty reduction program for Municipal Court tickets (issued prior to July 1, 2017, in warrant status) continues until March 31, 2020.
- Special election for 1/8 cent sales tax for parks on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.
- Use tax effective April 1st.
Watch For
- Budget presentation for OCPPA revenue and expenses of culture and recreational services.
- Subcommittee review of second-floor build-out and new zip line plans for Boathouse Foundation in January.
- Bids for second-floor and zip line late January/early February.
- Resolution of intent for use tax allocation (after meeting with council members).
- Construction to begin on 12 street impact fee projects in 2020.
- Additional items on future City Council meetings regarding impact fee projects.
- Continual updates to impact fee reports (annually for high-growth areas).
- Initiation of search for and establishment of a local Food Policy Council.
- Homelessness Task Force to have 12 more meetings over the coming year.
- Public hearing on January 7, 2020, and final hearing on January 21, 2020, for ordinances related to emergency changes to traffic ordinances (9k1 & 9k2).
- Public hearing on January 7, 2020, and final hearing on January 21, 2020, for ordinance related to vehicles for hire advertising (11c).
Announcements
- Shadonna Watkins recognized as December 2019 Teacher of the Month.
- Sergeant Raymond Swearengen recognized as December 2019 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month.
- Thanks to staff for work on MAPS 4.
- Thanks to Inasmuch Foundation for donation for Centennial clocks.
- Thanks to Fields & Futures Foundation for donation to Southern Oaks Park.
- Commendation for Oklahoma City Thunder's comeback win.
- Condolences and call for leads regarding the murder of 2-year-old Riya Thomas.
- Commendation for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Beta Sigma Omega chapter, for recognizing 77 young men.
- Commendation for the first tree lighting at the East End.
- Mention of new gym facility, Lifetime Fitness, in East Point area.
- Commendation for Generation Citizen at OCCC.
- Commendation for Life Changes in Wellness for amateur boxing tournament and toy giveaway.
- Thanks to Wall Street Journal for article on food insecurity in OKC.
- Thanks to Urban Land Institute and speakers for Northeast Food Security Symposium.
- Thanks to partners for Homelessness Task Force meeting.
- Information about cold shelters for people experiencing homelessness (call 2-1-1).
- Ribbon cutting at Fire Station 29 (8400 SE 164th).
- Thanks to Freedom Oklahoma for their efforts.
- Commendation for Municipal Court staff on penalty reduction program.
- Merry Christmas and Happy New Year wishes.
Agenda Summary
Resolution recognizing Shadonna Watkins as December 2019 Teacher of the Month
Recognition for her dedication to education in Putnam City Schools.
Resolution recognizing Sergeant Raymond Swearengen as December 2019 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month
Recognition for his 16 years of service as the police department's derelict vehicle enforcement officer.
Item 3c: Resolution approving travel and reimbursement for Mayor to attend US Conference of Mayors Civic I/O Mayor Summit
Approval for the Mayor's attendance at a summit in Austin in March.
Item 3d: Appointment of Rob Littlefield to serve as a member of the Traffic and Transportation Commission
Appointment of a new member to the commission.
Item 4a & 4b: Journal of council proceedings
Approval of previous council meeting minutes.
Item 5: Requests for uncontested continuances
Several items were struck from the agenda due to repairs or further work needed.
Item 6: Revocable permits
No revocable permits were presented.
OCMFA Items A-F: Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) items
Approval of various OCMFA matters, including financial reports.
OCPPA Items A-D: Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) items
Approval of various OCPPA matters, including financial reports.
OCEAT Items A-B: Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) items
Approval of various OCEAT matters, including financial reports.
Consent Docket (Items 7A-7X, excluding pulled items)
A collection of routine items approved together.
Item 7BM: Awarding contract for surf machine at the Boathouse
Contract for a surf machine as part of the MAPS 3 Boathouse Foundation projects.
Item 7BP: Donation agreement between Fields and Futures Foundation and the Parks Department
Donation for improvements at Southern Oaks Park.
Item 7AL: Public art for the USA Softball Hall of Fame complex
Request for qualifications to be advertised for public art.
Item 8A: Concurrence at the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust and approving economic development agreement with Wheeler Community Foundation and Lilly
Concurrence with an economic development agreement related to TIF District #12.
Item 9a1: Ordinance on final hearing at 6401 N Sooner Rd (AA to C3)
Rezoning application.
Item 9a2: Ordinance on final hearing at 2105 SW 55th St (C3 to R4)
Rezoning application.
Item 9a3: Ordinance on final hearing at 1104-1106 SE 51st St (C3 to I1)
Rezoning application.
Item 9a4: Ordinance on final hearing at 220 NW 95th St (R1 to I1)
Rezoning application.
Item 9a5: Ordinance on final hearing at 10900 N County Line Rd (PUD 954 to PUD 1737)
Rezoning application.
Item 9a6: Ordinance on final hearing at 10020 W Wilshire Blvd (R1 & SBD 472 to SBUD 1148)
Rezoning application to allow a wholesale tree nursery.
Item 9a7: Ordinance on final hearing at 526 SE 12th St (R1 to SPUD 1159)
Rezoning application.
Item 9a8: Ordinance on final hearing at 1516 N MacArthur Blvd (R1 to SPUD 1161)
Rezoning application to allow auto sales.
Item 9b: Ordinance on final hearing closing a utility easement extending south from SW 11th St west of S Mustang Rd
Closure of a utility easement.
Item 9c: Ordinance on final hearing closing portions of Street rights-of-way east of N Santa Fe Ave and south of NW 122nd
Closure of street rights-of-way.
Item 9d1: Amendment to ordinance adding "right-of-way" to areas not to be obstructed
Amending the disorderly conduct ordinance.
Item 9d2: Ordinance on final hearing regarding areas not to be obstructed
Adoption of the amended disorderly conduct ordinance.
Item 9e1: Public hearing regarding the Adventure District Business Improvement District
Public hearing for the BID.
Item 9e2: Resolution adopting and confirming the assessment roll year 2020 for the Adventure District Business Improvement District
Adoption of the assessment roll.
Item 9f: Ordinance on final hearing adopting and setting the assessment roll year 2020 for the Adventure District Business Improvement District
Adoption of the ordinance for the assessment roll.
Item 9g1: Second public hearing regarding ordinance number 25081 approving and adopting the amended and restated Northeast Renaissance redevelopment project plan
Public hearing for the redevelopment plan.
Item 9g2: Ordinance number 26310 on final hearing with emergency regarding the Northeast Renaissance redevelopment project plan
Adoption of the redevelopment plan ordinance.
Item 9h1: Public hearing regarding the joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving allocations outlined in item 9h2
Public hearing for TIF allocation.
Item 9h2: Resolution approving allocations of $4.4 million from Increment District B
Allocation of funds for public improvements in northeast Oklahoma City.
Item 9i: Public hearing regarding ordinance relating to personnel and retirement systems
Public hearing for changes to personnel and retirement systems.
Item 9j: Public hearing regarding the ordinance related to the zoning and planning code amending chapter 59 (Healthy Neighborhoods Overlay District)
Public hearing for the overlay district.
Item 9k1 & 9k2: Ordinances to be introduced set for public hearing on January 7th, 2020, and final hearing January 21st, relating to emergency changes to traffic ordinances
Introduction of ordinances to allow Public Works Director/City Engineer to make emergency traffic changes.
Item 9l: Ordinance number 26345 to be introduced and adopted with emergency discipline, creating the youth tax
Introduction and adoption of an ordinance to set the use tax rate.
Item 9m1: Public hearing regarding the dilapidated structures here listed
Public hearing for dilapidated structures.
Item 9m2: Resolution declaring that the structures are dilapidated
Declaration of dilapidated structures.
Item 9o1: Public hearing regarding the unsecured structures here listed
Public hearing for unsecured structures.
Item 9o2: Resolution declaring that the structures are unsecured
Declaration of unsecured structures.
Item 9p1: Public hearing regarding the abandoned buildings here listed
Public hearing for abandoned buildings.
Item 9p2: Resolution declaring that the buildings are abandoned
Declaration of abandoned buildings.
Item 9r: Resolution repealing and replacing prior resolution adopted on September 24th, 2019, declaring the need for the adoption of the International Residential Code
Update to the adoption of the International Residential Code.
Item 9s: Collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME
Approval of a collective bargaining agreement.
Item 9t: Resolution approving revisions to Police Policy 550 for use of force
Approval of updated use of force policy for the police department.
Item 9u1: Resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Corporal Jonathan Wechter
Approval of salary continuation.
Item 9v1: Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing the firm of Collins Oran and Wagner PC to represent municipal employee Oklahoma City police officer John Ricketts
Authorization for legal representation.
Item 9w2: Executive session on the advice of the municipal counselor to receive confidential communications from the attorneys regarding Deer Creek water courses city of OKC
Executive session for legal advice.
Item 9x1: Claims recommended for denial
Denial of various claims.
Extra Item 1: Resolution to authorize the Mayor to issue a proclamation calling a special election to be held within the city on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020
Calling a special election for a 1/8 cent sales tax for parks.
Extra Item 2: Resolution relating to the special election called for March 3rd, 2020, to submit the ordinance proposed by initiative petition number 42
Resolution for the special election.
Item 10a1: Claim recommended for approval
Approval of a claim.
Item 11a1: Ordinance amendment to simplify the process for street entertainers
Original proposal for street entertainers.
Item 11a2: Ordinance amending sections of the Municipal Code to delete the permit requirement for street entertainers along the Bricktown Canal
Removal of special permit requirements for Bricktown street entertainers.
Item 11b: Ordinance making licenses for street entertainers not required citywide
Removal of citywide license requirements for street entertainers.
Item 11c: Ordinance to be introduced set for public hearing on January 17th, final hearing on January 21st, relating to vehicles for hire and advertising on such vehicles
Introduction of an ordinance to allow advertising on vehicles for hire.
Item 11d: Ordinance to be referred to the Planning Commission for its consideration, related to zoning and planning code etc. relating to written notice of public hearings for rezoning applications
Referral of an ordinance to require more detailed written notices for rezoning applications.
Item 11e: Resolution amending sections 105.401 and 1203 of the city of Oklahoma City personnel policies to include specific reference to discrimination based upon gender identity and/or gender expression
Amendment to personnel policies for LGBTQ+ protections.