Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several revocable permits for community events, including the Asian Night Market, Music & Wine Festival, Juneteenth Festival, and Red Earth Parade. They also adopted the fiscal year 2020 annual budget and approved resolutions for fire and police department appropriations. A significant discussion occurred regarding a special permit for a mining operation, which was ultimately deferred for two weeks after a citizen's public comment.
Key Decisions & Votes
Journal of Council Proceedings
02:00:00Two items from the Journal of Council Proceedings were approved with one motion.
Revocable Permit: Asian Night Market
07:00:00A revocable permit was approved for the second annual Asian Night Market on June 15th at Military Park, expecting 20,000-35,000 attendees.
Revocable Permit: Music & Wine Festival
10:50:00A revocable permit was approved for the Gypsy Glam Roadshow to host the Music & Wine Festival, Corks and Cords, and Beats and Barrels at Will Rogers Park.
Revocable Permit: Juneteenth Festival
12:50:00A revocable permit was approved for Perry Bubble Publishing and Broadcasting Company for the Juneteenth Festival on June 15th at Douglas Park.
Revocable Permit: Brick Down Parkland
14:20:00A revocable right-of-way use permit was approved for Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership to hold Brick Down Parkland from June 5th to September 2nd at 2 South Mickey Mantle Drive.
Revocable Permit: Red Earth Parade
15:30:00A revocable right-of-way use permit was approved for Red Earth Inc. to hold the Red Earth Parade on June 8th, celebrating Native American art and culture.
Consent Docket Item 7W (LD Smith Properties Agreement)
25:00:00Item 7W, concerning an agreement with LD Smith Properties, was stricken from the consent docket as the obligation had been fulfilled.
Consent Docket Item 7AQ1 (Booz Allen Hamilton Incentive)
30:00:00Despite concerns raised about the nature of the company's business and its broader economic impact, the item to provide job incentives to Booz Allen Hamilton was approved by a vote of 6-3.
Ordinance: 2515 Northwest 1st Street Rezoning
40:00:00An ordinance to rezone 2515 Northwest 1st Street from R1 to I2 was approved.
Ordinance: 1120 Northwest 15th Street Rezoning
40:40:00An ordinance to rezone 1120 Northwest 15th Street from O2 to R3 was approved.
Ordinance: 3501 Northwest 50th Street Rezoning
41:15:00An ordinance to rezone 3501 Northwest 50th Street from R4 to O1 was approved.
Ordinance: 1015 South Morgan Road Rezoning (PUD 1716)
41:50:00An ordinance to rezone 1015 South Morgan Road from C3 to PUD 1716 for a multi-family development was approved, with amendments for height restrictions and landscape barriers.
Ordinance: 222 East Sheridan Avenue (PUD 1086)
49:00:00An ordinance for 222 East Sheridan Avenue, related to PUD 1086, was approved as amended, reducing the sign height to 300 square feet and restricting advertising to Bricktown events.
Ordinance: 1400 Northwest 6th Street Rezoning
51:40:00An ordinance to rezone 1400 Northwest 6th Street from R3 to SPUD 1114 was approved.
Ordinance: 6610 South Shields Boulevard Rezoning
52:10:00An ordinance to rezone 6610 South Shields Boulevard from I2 and R1 to SPUD 1115 was approved.
Ordinance: 1537 Northeast 24th Street Rezoning
52:40:00An ordinance to rezone 1537 Northeast 24th Street from R1 to SPUD 1116 for a senior living facility was approved.
Ordinance: Street Closures (Northeast 22nd Street, etc.)
53:20:00An ordinance closing Northeast 22nd Street between I235 and West Capitol Square, and other related streets, was approved.
Ordinance: Easement Vacation (5700 block of Northwest 130th Street)
54:00:00An ordinance closing and vacating an easement in the 5700 block of Northwest 130th Street was approved.
Special Permit: Drinking Establishment (5617 South Pennsylvania)
54:40:00A special permit to operate a drinking establishment at 5617 South Pennsylvania was deferred for two weeks to confirm the applicant's withdrawal request.
Special Permit: Mining and Processing Minerals (15201 South MacArthur)
55:40:00A special permit for a mining and processing minerals operation at 15201 South MacArthur was initially approved, then rescinded and deferred for two weeks following public comment regarding drainage and floodplain concerns.
Ordinance: Silverhawk Phase 1 Assessment Roll
01:03:00An ordinance adopting and ratifying the assessment roll for a street assessment district in the Silverhawk Phase 1 edition was approved with an emergency clause.
Resolution: Dilapidated Structures
01:05:00A resolution declaring several structures dilapidated was adopted.
Resolution: Unsecured Structures
01:09:00A resolution declaring several structures unsecured was adopted, with an understanding that code enforcement would work with property owners making efforts to secure them.
Resolution: Abandoned Buildings
01:10:00A resolution declaring several buildings abandoned was adopted.
Resolution: FY2019 Budget Amendment (Hotel-Motel Tax, Special Purpose Fund)
01:12:00A resolution adopting an amendment to the fiscal year 2019 budget for the hotel-motel tax special revenue fund and the special purpose fund was adopted.
Resolution: FY2020 Annual Budget
01:21:00The fiscal year 2020 annual budget, totaling $1.55 billion, was adopted.
Resolution: 2019-20 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan
01:28:00A resolution approving the 2019-2020 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan, outlining the use of HUD grants, was adopted.
Resolution: Fire Department Appropriations (FY2020)
01:34:00A resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on June 18th regarding appropriations for the fire department for fiscal year 2020 was approved.
Resolution: Police Department Appropriations (FY2020)
01:35:00A resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on June 18th regarding appropriations for the police department for fiscal year 2020 was approved.
Resolution: Emergency Operations Plan
01:40:00A resolution adopting the City of Oklahoma City Emergency Operations Plan was adopted.
Reappointment of Municipal Judge Philippa James
01:42:00A resolution reappointing Judge Philippa James as municipal judge was approved.
Appointment of Presiding Municipal Judge
01:42:40A resolution appointing Judge Philippa James as Presiding Municipal Judge for a two-year term (July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021) was approved.
Appointment of Vice Presiding Municipal Judge
01:43:20A resolution appointing Fred Austin as Vice Presiding Municipal Judge for a one-year term (July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020) was approved.
Reappointment of Municipal Judge Hasbrouck
01:43:50A resolution reappointing Judge Hasbrouck for a two-year term beginning July 1, 2019, was approved.
Judges' Compensation and Benefits
01:44:30A resolution establishing the compensation and benefits for municipal judges, including a recommended raise, was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Asian Night Market
Military Park, second annual event, expecting 20,000-35,000 people.
Music & Wine Festival
Will Rogers Park, third annual event, 5-10 PM, featuring Oklahoma small businesses and wineries.
Corks and Cords
Will Rogers Park, 5-10 PM.
Beats and Barrels
Will Rogers Park, 5-10 PM.
Juneteenth Festival
Douglas Park Recreation Center and Athletic Field, celebrating the emancipation of enslaved people.
Brick Down Parkland
2 South Mickey Mantle Drive.
Red Earth Parade
10 AM, traveling down Walker Avenue from Northwest 6th to Reno Avenue, part of the 33rd annual Red Earth Festival at Cox Convention Center.
113th Oklahoma State Baptist Convention of Christian Education
Convening in Oklahoma City.
Urban League Gala
Midnight Basketball Camp
Christ Temple, 7 PM - midnight, for young people, includes food, tutoring, and mentoring.
Today's Readers Make Tomorrow's Leaders
10 AM - 2 PM, St. Luke's Church in the Spencer area, hosted by Sheldon Williams Foundation.
One OKC
Total to 4 PM.
Northeast Farmers Market
Officially opens.
National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Myriad Gardens, 10 AM - 11 AM.
Juneteenth Discussion
Oklahoma History Center, 7 PM, hosted by Oklahoma Historical Society.
Healthy Ministry Academy
Metro Tech and OSU Extension, includes sewing camps and Kids in the Kitchen.
Financial Matters
FY2020 Annual Budget
The total proposed budget for fiscal year 2020. General fund is up 4.4% to $481.9 million. Operating funds are up 3.1% to $249.7 million. Non-operating funds are down $50 million due to a decrease in MAPS 3 sales tax fund.
First National Center TIF Debt Issuance
Authorization for the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust to issue debt up to $25.5 million to support the redevelopment of the First National Center. Negotiations are underway with JPMorgan Chase for a $22.5 million TIF loan.
HUD Entitlement Grants (2019 Consolidated Plan)
The city received $4,869,051 in CDBG funds, $2,214,939 for HOME, $415,903 for ESG, and $793,749 for HOPWA. Funds are allocated to housing programs, strong neighborhood initiatives, and other community services.
Fire Department Appropriations (FY2020)
Resolutions for appropriations for the fire department, including funding for 202 uniformed positions, $6.5 million for firefighting tools and equipment, and fire compensation projects.
Police Department Appropriations (FY2020)
Resolutions for appropriations for the police department, including funding for 219 uniformed officers, $2.4 million for maintenance and operations of police vehicles and equipment, and police compensation projects.
Municipal Judges' Compensation and Benefits
A resolution establishing the compensation and benefits for municipal judges, including a recommended raise, was approved.
Public Comments
One citizen spoke in favor of the Asian Night Market, highlighting its cultural and community benefits. Another citizen raised significant concerns about a mining operation's impact on drainage and flooding, leading to the deferral of its special permit.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Resolution requesting certificate of appropriateness for demolition of jail building (deferred until June 18th)
- PUD 1107 (deferred for two weeks to June 18th)
- DPD 1710 (deferred until July 2nd)
- Special permit to operate a drinking establishment at 5617 South Pennsylvania (deferred for two weeks)
- Special permit to operate a mining and processing minerals and raw materials use at 15201 South MacArthur (deferred for two weeks)
- Final hearing for Fire Department Appropriations (June 18th)
- Final hearing for Police Department Appropriations (June 18th)
Deadlines
- Private sector closing for First National Center redevelopment by end of June
- New fiscal year begins July 1st
Watch For
- Potential MAPS 4 projects discussions in special meetings (July 9th, July 11th, July 31st, August 6th)
- Finalization of agendas for MAPS 4 special meetings
- Site selection for the new YMCA facility within 60 days
- Proposed $1 admission increase for the zoo in the back half of the year
- Construction of Girl Scouts summer camp at Zoo Lake Park late summer/fall
- Design of new Africa-themed exhibit at the zoo through 2019, construction in 2020
- Continued progress on streetlight repairs and LED conversions across the city
- Report on judges' performance survey on June 18th
- Investigation into addressing cottonwood trees in public areas
Announcements
- Councilman Green met with City Councilman Nithya Raman from Los Angeles.
- Congressman Beto O'Rourke visited to discuss flood and storm damage.
- Animal Welfare staff gave a tour of the animal shelter, encouraging adoption of medium to large-sized dogs.
- Councilwoman Nice participated in the first pitch for the Women's Softball World Series game.
- The 113th Oklahoma State Baptist Convention of Christian Education is convening in Oklahoma City.
- The Urban League is having a gala on June 15th.
- Mr. Fred Elkins, a mentor in radio, passed away.
- Food insecurity task force meeting next week.
- Summer feeding programs are available at OU Children's Hospital, Ralph Ellison Library, and Faith Memorial Baptist Church.
- Midnight Basketball Camp starts this Friday at Christ Temple.
- A young man from Star Spencer High School won a free car for perfect attendance.
- Sheldon Williams Foundation is hosting 'Today's Readers Make Tomorrow's Leaders' this Saturday.
- One OKC event is this Saturday.
- The Northeast Farmers Market officially opens this Saturday.
- National Gun Violence Awareness Day is this Saturday at the Myriad Gardens.
- STEAM camps at the Urban League and Douglas Center have seen high participation.
- Summer reading is happening at Ralph Ellison Library.
- Oklahoma City Police Department received thanks for quick response to an incident.
- The Strong Neighborhoods Initiative (SNI) program provided over 160 bags of fresh fruits and vegetables and 70 pet vaccinations at Capitol View; next event is June 15th at JFK Park.
- The Oklahoma History Center will host a discussion on Juneteenth on June 18th.
- Healthy Ministry Academy is this Saturday at Metro Tech and OSU Extension, offering sewing camps and 'Kids in the Kitchen'.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation by Pastor Reverend Lavelle Crawford, Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman James Greiner.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of two items from the Journal of Council Proceedings.
Request for Uncontested Continuances
Several items were requested to be deferred or stricken from the agenda.
Revocable Permit: Asian District Cultural Association
For the second annual Asian Night Market on June 15th at Military Park.
Revocable Permit: Gypsy Glam Roadshow
For the Music & Wine Festival on June 15th, Corks and Cords on September 28th, and Beats and Barrels on October 13th at Will Rogers Park.
Revocable Permit: Perry Bubble Publishing and Broadcasting Company
For the Juneteenth Festival on June 15th using Douglas Park Recreation Center and Athletic Field.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit: Downtown Oklahoma City Partnership
To hold Brick Down Parkland from June 5th to September 2nd at 2 South Mickey Mantle Drive.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit: Red Earth Inc.
To hold the Red Earth Parade on June 8th.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items A-G
Approval of various OCMFA items.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items A-D
Approval of various OCPPA items.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items
Approval of two OCEAT items.
Consent Docket Item 7W
Agreement with LD Smith Properties.
Consent Docket Item 7X1 & 7X2
Authorization for landmarks, including Trinity United Presbyterian Church.
Consent Docket Item 7AG
Contract for Johnson & Associates for streetscape project design around Northwest 39th.
Consent Docket Item 7AN
Resolution to call for four special meetings (July 9th, July 11th, July 31st, August 6th) to discuss potential MAPS 4 projects.
Consent Docket Item 7AO
Deferred item.
Consent Docket Item 7AQ1
Resolution concerning job incentives for Booz Allen Hamilton.
Consent Docket Item 7AT
Receive the Oklahoma City Zoological Trust budget for fiscal year 2019-2020.
Consent Docket Item 7AY
Term sheet for the lease and management agreement for the new YMCA facility.
Concurrence Docket Items A-M
Approval of various items on the concurrence docket.
Ordinance 9A1: Rezoning 2515 Northwest 1st Street
From R1 to I2.
Ordinance 9A2: Rezoning 1120 Northwest 15th Street
From O2 to R3.
Ordinance 9A3: Rezoning 3501 Northwest 50th Street
From R4 to O1.
Ordinance 9A4: Rezoning 1015 South Morgan Road
From C3 to PUD 1716.
Ordinance 9A5: 222 East Sheridan Avenue
From Bricktown Core District to SPUD 1086.
Ordinance 9A6: Deferred Item
Deferred at the beginning of the meeting.
Ordinance 9A7: Rezoning 1400 Northwest 6th Street
From R3 to SPUD 1114.
Ordinance 9A8: Rezoning 6610 South Shields Boulevard
From I2 and R1 to SPUD 1115.
Ordinance 9A9: Rezoning 1537 Northeast 24th Street
From R1 to SPUD 1116.
Ordinance 9B1: Closing Northeast 22nd Street, etc.
Closing Northeast 22nd Street between I235 and West Capitol Square, and other related streets.
Ordinance 9B2: Closing and Vacating an Easement
Located in the 5700 block of Northwest 130th Street.
Ordinance 9C1: Special Permit for Drinking Establishment
To operate a drinking establishment use in the C3 community commercial district at 5617 South Pennsylvania.
Ordinance 9C2: Special Permit for Mining and Processing Minerals
To operate a mining and processing minerals and raw materials use in the double-A agricultural district at 15201 South MacArthur.
Ordinance 9D: Deferred Item
Deferred at the beginning of the meeting.
Ordinance 9E: Assessment Roll for Silverhawk Phase 1 Edition
Adopting and ratifying the assessment roll for a street assessment district in the Silverhawk Phase 1 edition.
Resolution 9F2: Declaring Dilapidated Structures
Declaring the listed structures dilapidated.
Resolution 9G2: Declaring Unsecured Structures
Declaring the listed structures unsecured.
Resolution 9H2: Declaring Abandoned Buildings
Declaring the listed buildings abandoned.
Resolution 9I2: Amending FY2019 Budget
Adopting an amendment to the fiscal year 2019 budget for the hotel-motel tax special revenue fund and the special purpose fund.
Resolution 9J2: FY2020 Annual Budget
Adopting the fiscal year 2020 annual budget.
Resolution 9K2: 2019-20 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan
Approving the 2019-2020 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan.
Resolution 9L2: Fire Department Appropriations
To be introduced and set for final hearing on June 18th regarding appropriations for the fire department for fiscal year 2019-2020.
Resolution 9M2: Police Department Appropriations
To be introduced and set for final hearing on June 18th regarding appropriations for the police department for fiscal year 2019-2020.
Resolution 9N: Emergency Operations Plan
Adopting the City of Oklahoma City Emergency Operations plan.
Resolution 9O: Stricken Item
Stricken at the beginning of the meeting.
Claim 10A1A: Susan Russell
Claim recommended for approval.
Resolution: Reappointing Judge Philippa James
Reappointing Judge Philippa James as municipal judge.
Resolution: Appointing Presiding Judge
Appointing Judge Philippa James as Presiding Municipal Judge for a two-year term.
Resolution: Designating Vice Presiding Judge
Designating Fred Austin as Vice Presiding Municipal Judge for a one-year term.
Resolution: Reappointing Judge Hasbrouck
Reappointing Judge Hasbrouck for a two-year term.
Resolution: Establishing Judges' Compensation and Benefits
Establishing the compensation and benefits for municipal judges.
City Manager Reports
Update on streetlight installations, including highway lighting, Project 180 lighting, copper theft, OG&E citizen reporting, and LED conversions.
Claims and Payroll
Available on the city's website.
Citizens to be Heard
Public comment from Kathy Bogart regarding concerns about a mining operation's impact on drainage and flooding.