Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the resolution of intent for MAPS 4, an eight-year, $978 million program focusing on neighborhood and human needs, which will now go to a special election. Key decisions included several rezonings, street renaming to Kings of Leon Lane, and approval of various revocable permits for community events. The Council also initiated a rezoning application for a Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District in the 73111 zip code to address health disparities and food desert issues.
Key Decisions & Votes
Recognition of Christina Kirk as Teacher of the Month
05:50Resolution recognizing Christina Kirk for her contributions to education and the community, including her work at Rogers Middle School and Prep U.
Appointments to Oklahoma City Riverfront Authority
20:00Councilwoman JoBeth Hammond and Councilman Mark K. Stonecipher were appointed to the Oklahoma City Riverfront Authority.
Mayor's travel and reimbursement
20:30Resolution approving the Mayor's travel and reimbursement for the U.S. Conference of Mayors fall leadership meeting.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for AFSP Suicide Prevention Walk
25:50Permit granted to the American Foundation For Suicide Prevention to hold their walk on September 7th.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for Down Syndrome Festival and 5K
27:50Permit granted to the Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma for their event on October 5th at Myriad Gardens.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for St. Jude Walk/Run
29:50Permit granted to ALSAC for the St. Jude Walk/Run on September 28th.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for Uptown Fun 5K
31:40Permit granted to the Uptown 23rd District Association for their 5K on September 22nd.
Rezoning North Council Road (R1 to O2)
41:00Ordinance on final hearing for development of office property, recommended by Planning Commission.
Rezoning 4025 SE 59th (SPUD 260 to SPUD 1128)
41:50Ordinance on final hearing, received unanimous Planning Commission approval.
Rezoning 11311 SW 44th (PUD 1384 to SPUD 1129)
43:00Ordinance on final hearing to allow for a Casey's General Store.
Rezoning 5200 North Grand (R1 to SPUD 1132)
44:30Ordinance on final hearing to allow for office buildings on an ODART parcel.
Street renaming East California Avenue to Kings of Leon Lane
47:00Ordinance on final hearing to rename a street in honor of the band Kings of Leon for their Oklahoma City roots and contributions.
Special permit for Dove Academy Charter School
48:50Ordinance on final hearing allowing Dove Academy Charter School to use the old Toys R Us building.
Removal of metered parking spaces on Couch Drive
49:40Ordinance on final hearing to remove two metered parking spaces for Civic Center Foundation loading access.
Removal of metered parking spaces on NW 4th Street
50:10Ordinance on final hearing to remove metered parking on NW 4th between Hudson and Harvey, related to the streetcar route.
Resolution of intent for MAPS 4 program
01:06:00Resolution setting forth the new MAPS 4 program, an eight-year, $978 million sales tax initiative focused on neighborhood and human needs.
Authorization for special election proclamation (MAPS 4)
01:28:00Resolution authorizing the Mayor to issue a proclamation calling a special election for the MAPS 4 program.
Resolution for special election on 1% excise tax (MAPS 4)
01:28:40Resolution relating to the special election for the purpose of submitting Ordinance 26255, leveling a 1% excise tax for eight years.
Ordinance on Medical Marijuana laws (with emergency)
01:30:50Ordinance on final hearing to bring city code into compliance with State medical marijuana laws, passed with an emergency clause.
Joint Resolution for TTEC services
01:45:00Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving the allocation of Geo limited tax Bonds for TTEC services.
Resolution for Clean Water SRF promissory note
01:49:00Resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the OKC Water Utilities Trust for a Clean Water State Revolving Fund promissory note for Lake Atoka protection projects.
Resolution for Drinking Water SRF promissory note
01:50:00Resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the OKC Water Utilities Trust for a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund promissory note for the Draper water plant.
Resolution for Major Donald McCarthy salary continuation
01:50:50Resolution approving salary continuation for Major Donald McCarthy during his rehabilitation.
Initiation of rezoning application for Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District (73111 zip code)
02:16:00Resolution authorizing the city manager to initiate a rezoning application to establish a Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District in the 73111 zip code to address health disparities and food access.
Upcoming Community Events
AFSP Suicide Prevention Walk
Down Syndrome Festival and 5K
Myriad Gardens, approximately 6,000 attendees and 1,000 5K runners.
St. Jude Walk/Run
Benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, approximately 1,200 attendees, North Side Lane of Ron Norick blocked for start line.
Uptown Fun 5K
One block of Northwest 22nd from Classen to Lee blocked for setup/start/finish, runs through Heritage Hills and Mesta.
Financial Matters
Allocation of Geo limited tax Bonds for TTEC services
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust for TTEC services.
Incurrence of indebtedness by OKC Water Utilities Trust for Clean Water State Revolving Fund
For source water protection at Lake Atoka (boat ramp upgrade, fire breaks).
Incurrence of indebtedness by OKC Water Utilities Trust for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
For final construction of the Draper water plant finish water storage facilities.
Sales tax report
Sales tax growth was 1% last month, performing below expectations but offset by use tax growth.
Public Comments
Public comments were primarily focused on the proposed MAPS 4 program, with many speakers expressing strong support for the package, particularly its focus on social services, neighborhood investments, and the multi-purpose stadium. Concerns were raised regarding the package's size, the 'all or nothing' voting structure, and specific project allocations. One speaker also addressed the permitless carry bill, advocating for its repeal. Other citizens raised concerns about traffic light timing, flooding, and potential eminent domain in the Innovation District, as well as the lack of grocery stores and health disparities in the 73111 zip code.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Several items were struck from the agenda for various reasons (owner secured, re-notify owner).
Watch For
- Public hearing for Ordinance 26255 (MAPS 4 tax) on September 10th, final hearing on September 24th.
- Public hearings for building codes and fire codes on September 10th, final hearings on September 24th.
- Public hearing for Scissortail Park opening festivities ordinance on September 10th, final hearing on September 24th.
Announcements
- Christina Kirk was recognized as Teacher of the Month for August 2019.
- September 2019 was proclaimed as Senior Center Month in Oklahoma City.
- A dedication for Kings of Leon Lane will be held on the morning of September 27th.
- Homeland grocery store will be locating a 30,000 square foot store in Northeast Oklahoma City at NE 36th and Lincoln, with a 35,000 square foot headquarters.
Agenda Summary
Office of the Mayor: Teacher of the Month recognition (Christina Kirk)
Resolution recognizing Christina Kirk as Teacher of the Month for August 2019.
Office of the Mayor: Senior Center Month Proclamation (September)
Proclamation declaring September as Senior Center Month in Oklahoma City.
Office of the Mayor: Appointment of Councilwoman JoBeth Hammond and Councilman Mark K. Stonecipher to Oklahoma City Riverfront Authority
Appointment of two council members to the Oklahoma City Riverfront Authority.
Office of the Mayor: Resolution approving Mayor's travel and reimbursement
Resolution approving the Mayor's travel and reimbursement for the U.S. Conference of Mayors fall leadership meeting.
Journal of Council Proceedings (Items A and B)
Approval of the journal of council proceedings.
Requests for uncontested continuances (various addresses)
Several items related to unsecured/dilapidated structures were struck from the agenda.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with American Foundation For Suicide Prevention
Permit for the AFSP Suicide Prevention Walk on September 7th.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma
Permit for the Down Syndrome Festival and 5K on October 5th.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities Inc (St. Jude)
Permit for the St. Jude Walk/Run on September 28th.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Uptown 23rd District Association
Permit for the Uptown Fun 5K on September 22nd.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (Items A-F)
Approval of various items under the Municipal Facilities Authority.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (Items A-D)
Approval of various items under the Public Property Authority.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (Claims and payroll)
Approval of claims and payroll for the Environmental Assistance Trust.
Consent Docket Item 7P
A specific item pulled from the consent docket for a separate vote.
Consent Docket Item 7V (Residential resurfacing contract)
A residential resurfacing contract, discussed due to citizen concerns about contractor delays on another project.
Consent Docket Item 7S (Resolution for Uptown 23rd Business Improvement District)
Resolution proposing the creation of the Uptown 23rd Business Improvement and Special Services District.
Consent Docket Item 7AA (Consultant Review Committee report for street enhancements)
Report to start consultant selection for bike/walk OKC street enhancements.
Consent Docket Item 7AC1 (Stockyards streetscape A&E contract)
Contract for architecture and engineering services for the Stockyards District streetscape project.
Consent Docket Item 7AH (ODOT/City bike lanes/sidewalks)
Joint project with ODOT for bike lanes and sidewalks along Northwest 36th Street.
Remaining Consent Docket items
Approval of all other items on the consent docket not pulled or stricken.
Concurrence Docket (Items A-L)
Approval of all items on the concurrence docket.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning North Council Road (R1 to O2)
Rezoning for development of office property, with unanimous Planning Commission approval.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 4025 SE 59th (SPUD 260 to SPUD 1128)
Rezoning with unanimous Planning Commission approval.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 11311 SW 44th (PUD 1384 to SPUD 1129)
Rezoning to allow for a Casey's General Store.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Rezoning 5200 North Grand (R1 to SPUD 1132)
Rezoning to allow for office buildings on an ODART parcel.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Changing name of East California Ave to Kings of Leon Lane
Ordinance to rename a street in honor of the band Kings of Leon.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Special permit for Charter High School (Dove Academy)
Special permit allowing Dove Academy Charter School to use the old Toys R Us building.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Removing two metered parking spaces on Couch Drive
Removal of parking spaces at the request of the Civic Center Foundation for loading access.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Removing metered parking on NW 4th between Hudson and Harvey
Removal of metered parking along the streetcar route.
Resolution of intent of the Marin Council of the City of Oklahoma City setting forth a new MAPS program (MAPS 4)
Resolution outlining the proposed MAPS 4 program, an eight-year, $978 million sales tax initiative.
Resolution authorizing Mayor to issue a proclamation calling a special election (MAPS 4)
Resolution to authorize the Mayor to call a special election for the MAPS 4 program.
Resolution relating to the special election for the 1% excise tax (MAPS 4)
Resolution for the special election to approve a 1% excise tax for the MAPS 4 program.
Ordinance 26255 (MAPS 4 tax)
Ordinance to amend the city code to create the MAPS 4 tax.
Ordinance on Final Hearing: Medical Marijuana laws
Ordinance to bring city code into compliance with State medical marijuana laws.
Ordinance introduced: 2015 International Residential Code
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Residential Code.
Ordinance introduced: 2015 International Building Code
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Building Code.
Ordinance introduced: 2015 International Existing Building Code
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Existing Building Code.
Ordinance introduced: 2015 International Fire Code
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Fire Code.
Ordinance introduced: 2015 International Fire Code amendments
Introduction of an ordinance to adopt amendments to the 2015 International Fire Code, including regulations for marijuana production.
Ordinance introduced: Scissortail Park opening festivities
Introduction of an ordinance related to prohibited items and regulations for the Scissortail Park opening concert.
Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing for various properties declared dilapidated.
Resolution declaring structures dilapidated
Resolution declaring various structures dilapidated.
Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures in HP Landmark District
Public hearing for properties declared dilapidated in the HP Landmark District.
Resolution declaring structures dilapidated (HP Landmark District)
Resolution declaring structures in the HP Landmark District dilapidated.
Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing for various properties declared unsecured.
Resolution declaring structures unsecured
Resolution declaring various structures unsecured.
Public Hearing regarding abandoned structures
Public hearing for various properties declared abandoned.
Resolution declaring structures abandoned
Resolution declaring various structures abandoned.
Public Hearing regarding Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust (TTEC Services)
Public hearing for the allocation of Geo limited tax Bonds for TTEC services.
Joint Resolution with OKC Economic Development Trust (TTEC Services)
Joint resolution approving the allocation of Geo limited tax Bonds for TTEC services.
Resolution adopting April 2019 update to CNEP project implementation plan
Resolution adopting an update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program project implementation plan.
Resolution adopting August 2019 update to CNEP project implementation plan
Resolution adopting an update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program project implementation plan.
Resolution approving incurrence of indebtedness by OKC Water Utilities Trust (Clean Water SRF)
Resolution approving a promissory note for Clean Water State Revolving Fund for Lake Atoka protection projects.
Resolution approving incurrence of indebtedness by OKC Water Utilities Trust (Drinking Water SRF)
Resolution approving a promissory note for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for the Draper water plant.
Resolution approving salary continuation for Major Donald McCarthy
Resolution approving salary continuation for Major Donald McCarthy during his rehabilitation.
Executive Session: Oklahoma City versus Hilltop Plaza case
Executive session to receive confidential communications regarding a legal case.
Executive Session: IAFF grievance filed by Colt Hedden
Executive session to receive confidential communications regarding a grievance.
Resolution of the city council in support of the referendum petition for repeal of House Bill 2597
Resolution expressing support for a referendum petition to repeal the permitless carry law.
Resolution authorizing city manager to initiate a rezoning application for Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District (73111 zip code)
Resolution to initiate a rezoning application for a pilot Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District in the 73111 zip code.