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June 4, 2019 City Council Meeting

June 4, 2019 Oklahoma City, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

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

02:00:00

Two items from the Journal of Council Proceedings were approved with one motion.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Asian Night Market

07:00:00

A revocable permit was approved for the second annual Asian Night Market on June 15th at Military Park, expecting 20,000-35,000 attendees.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Music & Wine Festival

10:50:00

A 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.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Juneteenth Festival

12:50:00

A revocable permit was approved for Perry Bubble Publishing and Broadcasting Company for the Juneteenth Festival on June 15th at Douglas Park.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Brick Down Parkland

14:20:00

A 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.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Red Earth Parade

15:30:00

A 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.

Approved

Consent Docket Item 7W (LD Smith Properties Agreement)

25:00:00

Item 7W, concerning an agreement with LD Smith Properties, was stricken from the consent docket as the obligation had been fulfilled.

Stricken

Consent Docket Item 7AQ1 (Booz Allen Hamilton Incentive)

30:00:00

Despite 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.

Approved

Ordinance: 2515 Northwest 1st Street Rezoning

40:00:00

An ordinance to rezone 2515 Northwest 1st Street from R1 to I2 was approved.

Approved

Ordinance: 1120 Northwest 15th Street Rezoning

40:40:00

An ordinance to rezone 1120 Northwest 15th Street from O2 to R3 was approved.

Approved

Ordinance: 3501 Northwest 50th Street Rezoning

41:15:00

An ordinance to rezone 3501 Northwest 50th Street from R4 to O1 was approved.

Approved

Ordinance: 1015 South Morgan Road Rezoning (PUD 1716)

41:50:00

An 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.

Approved

Ordinance: 222 East Sheridan Avenue (PUD 1086)

49:00:00

An 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.

Approved

Ordinance: 1400 Northwest 6th Street Rezoning

51:40:00

An ordinance to rezone 1400 Northwest 6th Street from R3 to SPUD 1114 was approved.

Approved

Ordinance: 6610 South Shields Boulevard Rezoning

52:10:00

An ordinance to rezone 6610 South Shields Boulevard from I2 and R1 to SPUD 1115 was approved.

Approved

Ordinance: 1537 Northeast 24th Street Rezoning

52:40:00

An ordinance to rezone 1537 Northeast 24th Street from R1 to SPUD 1116 for a senior living facility was approved.

Approved

Ordinance: Street Closures (Northeast 22nd Street, etc.)

53:20:00

An ordinance closing Northeast 22nd Street between I235 and West Capitol Square, and other related streets, was approved.

Approved

Ordinance: Easement Vacation (5700 block of Northwest 130th Street)

54:00:00

An ordinance closing and vacating an easement in the 5700 block of Northwest 130th Street was approved.

Approved

Special Permit: Drinking Establishment (5617 South Pennsylvania)

54:40:00

A special permit to operate a drinking establishment at 5617 South Pennsylvania was deferred for two weeks to confirm the applicant's withdrawal request.

Deferred

Special Permit: Mining and Processing Minerals (15201 South MacArthur)

55:40:00

A 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.

Deferred

Ordinance: Silverhawk Phase 1 Assessment Roll

01:03:00

An ordinance adopting and ratifying the assessment roll for a street assessment district in the Silverhawk Phase 1 edition was approved with an emergency clause.

Approved

Resolution: Dilapidated Structures

01:05:00

A resolution declaring several structures dilapidated was adopted.

Adopted

Resolution: Unsecured Structures

01:09:00

A resolution declaring several structures unsecured was adopted, with an understanding that code enforcement would work with property owners making efforts to secure them.

Adopted

Resolution: Abandoned Buildings

01:10:00

A resolution declaring several buildings abandoned was adopted.

Adopted

Resolution: FY2019 Budget Amendment (Hotel-Motel Tax, Special Purpose Fund)

01:12:00

A 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.

Adopted

Resolution: FY2020 Annual Budget

01:21:00

The fiscal year 2020 annual budget, totaling $1.55 billion, was adopted.

Adopted

Resolution: 2019-20 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan

01:28:00

A resolution approving the 2019-2020 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan, outlining the use of HUD grants, was adopted.

Adopted

Resolution: Fire Department Appropriations (FY2020)

01:34:00

A resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on June 18th regarding appropriations for the fire department for fiscal year 2020 was approved.

Approved

Resolution: Police Department Appropriations (FY2020)

01:35:00

A resolution to be introduced and set for final hearing on June 18th regarding appropriations for the police department for fiscal year 2020 was approved.

Approved

Resolution: Emergency Operations Plan

01:40:00

A resolution adopting the City of Oklahoma City Emergency Operations Plan was adopted.

Adopted

Reappointment of Municipal Judge Philippa James

01:42:00

A resolution reappointing Judge Philippa James as municipal judge was approved.

Approved

Appointment of Presiding Municipal Judge

01:42:40

A resolution appointing Judge Philippa James as Presiding Municipal Judge for a two-year term (July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021) was approved.

Approved

Appointment of Vice Presiding Municipal Judge

01:43:20

A resolution appointing Fred Austin as Vice Presiding Municipal Judge for a one-year term (July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020) was approved.

Approved

Reappointment of Municipal Judge Hasbrouck

01:43:50

A resolution reappointing Judge Hasbrouck for a two-year term beginning July 1, 2019, was approved.

Approved

Judges' Compensation and Benefits

01:44:30

A resolution establishing the compensation and benefits for municipal judges, including a recommended raise, was approved.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

June 15th

Asian Night Market

Military Park, second annual event, expecting 20,000-35,000 people.

June 15th

Music & Wine Festival

Will Rogers Park, third annual event, 5-10 PM, featuring Oklahoma small businesses and wineries.

September 28th

Corks and Cords

Will Rogers Park, 5-10 PM.

October 13th

Beats and Barrels

Will Rogers Park, 5-10 PM.

June 15th

Juneteenth Festival

Douglas Park Recreation Center and Athletic Field, celebrating the emancipation of enslaved people.

June 5th - September 2nd

Brick Down Parkland

2 South Mickey Mantle Drive.

June 8th

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.

This week

113th Oklahoma State Baptist Convention of Christian Education

Convening in Oklahoma City.

June 15th

Urban League Gala

Starts this Friday

Midnight Basketball Camp

Christ Temple, 7 PM - midnight, for young people, includes food, tutoring, and mentoring.

This Saturday

Today's Readers Make Tomorrow's Leaders

10 AM - 2 PM, St. Luke's Church in the Spencer area, hosted by Sheldon Williams Foundation.

This Saturday

One OKC

Total to 4 PM.

This Saturday

Northeast Farmers Market

Officially opens.

This Saturday

National Gun Violence Awareness Day

Myriad Gardens, 10 AM - 11 AM.

June 18th

Juneteenth Discussion

Oklahoma History Center, 7 PM, hosted by Oklahoma Historical Society.

This Saturday

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.

$1,554,200,000

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.

$25,500,000

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

2 citizens spoke

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.

Community events and cultural awareness Environmental impact of development Drainage and flooding issues Compliance with city and federal regulations (FEMA) Impact of industrial operations on residential areas

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.

Information Only

Journal of Council Proceedings

Approval of two items from the Journal of Council Proceedings.

Approved

Request for Uncontested Continuances

Several items were requested to be deferred or stricken from the agenda.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Asian District Cultural Association

For the second annual Asian Night Market on June 15th at Military Park.

Approved

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.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Perry Bubble Publishing and Broadcasting Company

For the Juneteenth Festival on June 15th using Douglas Park Recreation Center and Athletic Field.

Approved

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.

Approved

Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit: Red Earth Inc.

To hold the Red Earth Parade on June 8th.

Approved

Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items A-G

Approval of various OCMFA items.

Approved

Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items A-D

Approval of various OCPPA items.

Approved

Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items

Approval of two OCEAT items.

Approved

Consent Docket Item 7W

Agreement with LD Smith Properties.

Stricken

Consent Docket Item 7X1 & 7X2

Authorization for landmarks, including Trinity United Presbyterian Church.

Information Only

Consent Docket Item 7AG

Contract for Johnson & Associates for streetscape project design around Northwest 39th.

Information Only

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.

Information Only

Consent Docket Item 7AO

Deferred item.

Deferred

Consent Docket Item 7AQ1

Resolution concerning job incentives for Booz Allen Hamilton.

Approved

Consent Docket Item 7AT

Receive the Oklahoma City Zoological Trust budget for fiscal year 2019-2020.

Information Only

Consent Docket Item 7AY

Term sheet for the lease and management agreement for the new YMCA facility.

Information Only

Concurrence Docket Items A-M

Approval of various items on the concurrence docket.

Approved

Ordinance 9A1: Rezoning 2515 Northwest 1st Street

From R1 to I2.

Approved

Ordinance 9A2: Rezoning 1120 Northwest 15th Street

From O2 to R3.

Approved

Ordinance 9A3: Rezoning 3501 Northwest 50th Street

From R4 to O1.

Approved

Ordinance 9A4: Rezoning 1015 South Morgan Road

From C3 to PUD 1716.

Approved

Ordinance 9A5: 222 East Sheridan Avenue

From Bricktown Core District to SPUD 1086.

Approved

Ordinance 9A6: Deferred Item

Deferred at the beginning of the meeting.

Deferred

Ordinance 9A7: Rezoning 1400 Northwest 6th Street

From R3 to SPUD 1114.

Approved

Ordinance 9A8: Rezoning 6610 South Shields Boulevard

From I2 and R1 to SPUD 1115.

Approved

Ordinance 9A9: Rezoning 1537 Northeast 24th Street

From R1 to SPUD 1116.

Approved

Ordinance 9B1: Closing Northeast 22nd Street, etc.

Closing Northeast 22nd Street between I235 and West Capitol Square, and other related streets.

Approved

Ordinance 9B2: Closing and Vacating an Easement

Located in the 5700 block of Northwest 130th Street.

Approved

Ordinance 9C1: Special Permit for Drinking Establishment

To operate a drinking establishment use in the C3 community commercial district at 5617 South Pennsylvania.

Deferred

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.

Deferred

Ordinance 9D: Deferred Item

Deferred at the beginning of the meeting.

Deferred

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.

Approved

Resolution 9F2: Declaring Dilapidated Structures

Declaring the listed structures dilapidated.

Adopted

Resolution 9G2: Declaring Unsecured Structures

Declaring the listed structures unsecured.

Adopted

Resolution 9H2: Declaring Abandoned Buildings

Declaring the listed buildings abandoned.

Adopted

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.

Adopted

Resolution 9J2: FY2020 Annual Budget

Adopting the fiscal year 2020 annual budget.

Adopted

Resolution 9K2: 2019-20 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan

Approving the 2019-2020 Consolidated Plan 5-Year Action Plan.

Adopted

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.

Approved

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.

Approved

Resolution 9N: Emergency Operations Plan

Adopting the City of Oklahoma City Emergency Operations plan.

Adopted

Resolution 9O: Stricken Item

Stricken at the beginning of the meeting.

Stricken

Claim 10A1A: Susan Russell

Claim recommended for approval.

Approved

Resolution: Reappointing Judge Philippa James

Reappointing Judge Philippa James as municipal judge.

Approved

Resolution: Appointing Presiding Judge

Appointing Judge Philippa James as Presiding Municipal Judge for a two-year term.

Approved

Resolution: Designating Vice Presiding Judge

Designating Fred Austin as Vice Presiding Municipal Judge for a one-year term.

Approved

Resolution: Reappointing Judge Hasbrouck

Reappointing Judge Hasbrouck for a two-year term.

Approved

Resolution: Establishing Judges' Compensation and Benefits

Establishing the compensation and benefits for municipal judges.

Approved

City Manager Reports

Update on streetlight installations, including highway lighting, Project 180 lighting, copper theft, OG&E citizen reporting, and LED conversions.

Information Only

Claims and Payroll

Available on the city's website.

Information Only

Citizens to be Heard

Public comment from Kathy Bogart regarding concerns about a mining operation's impact on drainage and flooding.

Information Only