May 7, 2019 City Council Meeting

Major Robert Coleman, Sergeant Todd Burkehead, Corporal Kevin Matson, and Corporal Richard Lawrence were recognized for designing and building 46 gear dryers for the fire department, significantly reducing carcinogen exposure and improving safety.

Jonathan Gary, Animal Welfare Superintendent, was commended for his 19 years of service, instituting the menacing dog ordinance, and increasing the shelter's live release rate to 86%.

A proclamation was adopted recognizing May 6-12 as Public Service Recognition Week, honoring city employees, particularly those with over 40 years of service.

A proclamation was adopted declaring May as Building Safety Month, emphasizing the importance of safe and resilient structures.

Kara Viviani, a pre-kindergarten teacher at Sequoia Elementary, was recognized as May 2019 Teacher of the Month for her dedication to early childhood education.

A proclamation was adopted declaring May 5-11 as Municipal Clerk's Week, recognizing the vital services of the municipal clerk's office.

Several appointments to various city boards and commissions were approved with a single motion.

The journal of council proceedings for previous meetings was approved.

A revocable permit was granted to the American Heart Association for the 2019 Central Oklahoma Heart Walk on June 1st.

A revocable permit was granted to Boxer Rescue of Oklahoma for the Bark Walk event on May 18th at Bicentennial Park.

A revocable permit was granted to Oklahoma City Beautiful for their 'Bloomin' Brunch' event on May 18th.

A revocable permit was granted to Girls on the Run Central Oklahoma for their celebratory 5k event downtown.

Items A through G for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority were approved with one motion.

Items A and B for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority were approved with one motion.

Claims and payroll for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust were approved.

Final agreement for 'Taking Flight' by Jason Clem Oskie and Leslie Chang for Upper Scissortail Park was approved.

Authorization was given to negotiate a contract for 'Virtual Sky' by Suzan Ar Dooley Studio and Tina Agassi on for the Convention Center.

Authorization was given to negotiate a contract for 'B-52' by Daniel Morof Oxide Studio for the Lake Draper Trail.

Authorization was given to negotiate a contract for 'Convergence' by Don Narco for the Lake Draper Trail.

Authorization was given to negotiate a contract for 'Booyah Car' by Grant Gabriel Freedman for the Lake Draper Trail, despite some council concerns about its suitability for a nature trail.

Rezoning from AA to PUD 1711 was approved with the addition of an easement.

Rezoning from PUD 1646 to PUD 1712 was approved.

Rezoning from R1 and R2 to SPUD 1100 was approved.

Rezoning from R1, R2, I1, and I2 to SPUD 1108 was approved.

Rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1109 was approved, aligning with existing development regulations in the area.

Rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1111 for a multi-family dwelling with six units was approved, encouraging residential development in the area.

Rezoning from SPUD 491 to SPUD 1112 for an office commercial development was approved.

An amendment to the master design statement was approved to refine permitted uses and square footage for drinking establishments in the Plaza District.

Rezoning from SPUD 956 and Gateway Urban Conservation Overlay District to SPUD 1106 was approved, accommodating a vintage arcade bar while addressing neighborhood concerns.

An amendment to the master design statement was approved to revise section 4.4 related to the Broadway Extension area.

Rezoning from PUD 872 to SPUD 1110 was approved.

An amendment to the master design statement was approved for the Northwest 4th Street area.

Rezoning from SPUD 742 to SPUD 1113 was approved.

Rezoning from AA to PUD 1709 was approved with amendments to the technical evaluations, including limiting lots to 25 and establishing a 25-foot non-disturbance area.

Rezoning from O2 general office to SPUD 1104 was denied, aligning with the Planning Commission's recommendation and the city's vision for the area as a general office district.

A special permit to operate a drinking establishment in the DTB2 downtown transitional district was approved, allowing for the expansion of an existing retro pub.

The ordinance related to the electrical code was adopted after a minor amendment to strike an erroneous reference.

A resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the National Electrical Code was approved.

The ordinances related to alarm permits were adopted after an amendment to delete a specific sentence.

A resolution declaring several structures as dilapidated was approved.

A resolution declaring the structure at 935 Northeast 17th as dilapidated was approved.

A resolution declaring several structures as unsecured was approved.

A resolution declaring several buildings as abandoned was approved.

A resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust for commercial paper notes up to $350 million was approved, aimed at lowering borrowing costs for capital improvements.

A resolution approving salary continuation for Corporal William Meadows during his rehabilitation was approved.

A joint resolution authorizing legal representation for municipal employees David Store and Bailey Hawkins in the case Cooper V. City of Oklahoma City was approved.

Remaining claims recommended for denial were denied after one claim was deferred.

Claims recommended for approval were approved.

A resolution approving travel and reimbursement for Councilman David Greenwell to attend a summit on government performance and innovation was approved.

An ordinance establishing a 180-day moratorium on the acceptance of applications for small box discount stores in the 73111 zip code was adopted with an emergency clause, effective immediately, to address food deserts and promote healthier communities.

Airport Parking Rate Revisions

Revising public parking rates at Will Rogers World Airport to generate additional revenue for capital improvements, effective May 14th. Rates for Lot 1 and 2 increase by $1, Lot 3 by $2, and garage rates from $9 to $12. Premium rate and hourly rates remain unchanged. Anticipated additional revenue of $2.7 million annually.

Water Utilities Trust Commercial Paper Note Series 2019

Resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust by issuing commercial paper notes not to exceed $350 million. This program acts as an interim financing mechanism to lower borrowing costs for capital projects.

Hotel Tax Collections

Report on hotel tax collections was mentioned as available for review.

Investment Report

Report on city investments was mentioned as available for review.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

Opening of the meeting with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.

Presentations from the Office of the Mayor

Recognition of Quarterly Safety Stars, Employee of the Month, Public Service Recognition Week, Building Safety Month, Teacher of the Month, and Municipal Clerk's Week.

Appointments to Boards and Commissions (Items D-H)

Approval of various appointments.

Journal of Council Proceedings (Items A-B)

Approval of minutes from previous council meetings.

Requests for Uncontested Continuances

City Manager's report on items to be amended, deferred, or stricken from the agenda.

Revocable Permit with American Heart Association

Permit for the 2019 Central Oklahoma Heart Walk.

Revocable Permit with Boxer Rescue of Oklahoma

Permit for the Bark Walk event.

Revocable Permit with Oklahoma City Beautiful

Permit for the 'Oh What a Beautiful Morning' event.

Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit with Girls on the Run Central Oklahoma

Permit for the Girls on the Run of Oklahoma County celebratory 5k.

Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (Items A-G)

Various items related to the Municipal Facilities Authority.

Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (Items A-B)

Various items related to the Public Property Authority.

Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (Claims and Payroll)

Approval of claims and payroll.

Consent Docket

Approval of routine items, with some exceptions.

Presentations on Public Art (Item 7R)

Presentations and discussion on five public art projects under MAPS 3, including 'Taking Flight', 'Virtual Sky', 'B-52', 'Convergence', and 'Booyah Car'.

Street Resurfacing on 4th Street, Northeast A Street, and North Lincoln (Item 7X1, 7X2, 7X5)

Discussion on upcoming street resurfacing projects.

Street Enhancements in Paseo (Item 7D3)

Discussion on street enhancement project in the Paseo district.

Agreement for Construction of City Street with Gaillardia Physicians Group LLC (Item 7AE)

Discussion and public comment regarding a proposed street construction and ongoing litigation.

Joint Resolution with Oklahoma City Airport Trust Adjusting Parking Rate Schedule (Item 7AL)

Presentation and discussion on proposed changes to airport parking rates.

Budget Introduction (Item 7AP)

Formal introduction of the city budget and schedule for public hearings.

Zoning Change at 1 North Midwest Boulevard (9A1)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from AA to PUD 1711.

Zoning Change at 4701 Northeast 10th and 22nd (9A2)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from PUD 1646 to PUD 1712.

Zoning Change at 222 East Sheridan (9A3)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from Bricktown Core District to SPD 1086, involving a proposed video screen billboard.

Zoning Change at 630 Southeast 15th Street (9A4)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from R1 and R2 to SPUD 1100.

Zoning Change at 927 East Reno (9A5)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from I1 to SPD 1107, for an assisted living facility.

Zoning Change at 2928 Southwest 15th Street (9A6)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from R1, R2, I1, and I2 to SPUD 1108.

Zoning Change at 818 Northwest 65th Street (9A7)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1109.

Zoning Change at 2823 Northwest 40th Street (9A8)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from R1 to SPUD 1111.

Zoning Change at 13700 Southwestern Avenue (9A9)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from SPUD 491 to SPUD 1112.

Amendment to Master Design Statement (9B1)

Amendment to the master design statement to change permitted use for drinking establishments.

Zoning Change at 169 Northwest 16th (9B2)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from SPUD 956 and Gateway Urban Conservation Overlay District to SPUD 1106.

Amendment to Master Design Statement (9C1)

Amendment to the master design statement to revise section 4.4.

Zoning Change at 10407 Broadway Extension (9C2)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from PUD 872 to SPUD 1110.

Amendment to Master Design Statement (9D1)

Amendment to the master design statement.

Zoning Change at 301 Northwest 4th Street (9D2)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from SPUD 742 to SPUD 1113.

Amendment to Master Design Statement (9E1)

Amendment to the master design statement.

Zoning Change at 17600 Southeast 104th (9E2)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from AA to PUD 1709.

Zoning Change at 11798 Southeast 119th (9F)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from AA to PUD 1710.

Zoning Change at 4304 Northwest 23rd Street (9G)

Ordinance on final hearing for rezoning from O2 general office to SPUD 1104.

Special Permit to Operate a Drinking Establishment (9H)

Ordinance on final hearing for a special permit at 814 West Sheridan Suites B and D.

Electrical Code Ordinance Change (9I1)

Ordinance on final hearing related to the electrical code.

National Electrical Code Adoption Resolution (9I2)

Resolution declaring the need for the adoption of the National Electrical Code.

Alarm Permits Ordinances (9J)

Ordinance on final hearing related to alarm permits.

Public Hearing Regarding Ordinance Related to Drainage and Flood Control (9K)

Public hearing on an ordinance related to drainage and flood control.

Ordinance to be Introduced and Set for Final Hearing (9M)

Ordinance granting to Veolia Energy a revocable use permit.

Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures (9N1)

Public hearing on various dilapidated structures.

Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structures (9N2)

Resolution declaring structures as dilapidated.

Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structure at 935 Northeast 17th (9O1)

Public hearing on a specific dilapidated structure.

Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structure at 935 Northeast 17th (9O2)

Resolution declaring the structure at 935 Northeast 17th as dilapidated.

Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures (9P1)

Public hearing on various unsecured structures.

Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures (9P2)

Resolution declaring structures as unsecured.

Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings (9Q1)

Public hearing on various abandoned buildings.

Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings (9Q2)

Resolution declaring buildings as abandoned.

Resolution Approving Incurrence of Indebtedness by Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust (9R)

Resolution for commercial paper note Series 2019.

Resolution Approving Salary Continuation for Corporal William Meadows (9S1)

Resolution for salary continuation.

Joint Resolution Authorizing Legal Representation (9T1)

Resolution for legal representation for municipal employees.

Claims Recommended for Denial (9U1)

Claims recommended for denial.

Claims Recommended for Approval (10A1)

Claims recommended for approval.

Resolution Approving Travel and Reimbursement for Councilman David Greenwell (11A)

Resolution for travel and reimbursement.

Ordinance Declaring 180-Day Moratorium on Small Box Discount Stores (11B)

Ordinance to be introduced and adopted with an emergency clause.

City Manager Reports

Reports on hotel tax collections, investment report, and presentation on streetlight status.