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November 6, 2018 City Council Meeting

November 6, 2018 Oklahoma City, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The City Council meeting included recognitions for the November Teacher and Employee of the Month, and a farewell to Councilman Lee Cooper. Key decisions involved zoning changes, approval of a project for youth housing, and the adoption of an ordinance regarding adult novelties. Discussions also covered the Capital Improvement Plan, a justice assistance grant, and the collective bargaining agreement with firefighters.

Key Decisions & Votes

Teacher of the Month Recognition

04:40

Resolution recognizing Heather Pierce as Teacher of the Month for November 2018 was unanimously approved.

Approved

Employee of the Month Recognition

09:50

Resolution recognizing Shamera Gibson as Employee of the Month for November 2018 was unanimously approved.

Approved

Councilman Lee Cooper Farewell Resolution

20:00

Resolution thanking and commending Dr. Lee Cooper for his service to Ward 7 was unanimously approved as he concludes his tenure.

Approved

Revocable Permit for Creek Run Turkey Trot

26:00

A revocable permit for the Quail Community Foundation to hold a Creek Run Turkey Trot on November 24th was unanimously approved.

Approved

Revocable Permit for India Shrine Fall Ceremonial Parade

29:50

A revocable permit for Stockyard City Main Street to hold the India Shrine Fall Ceremonial Parade on November 17th was unanimously approved.

Approved

Final Acceptance of Maps 3 Senior Health and Wellness Center

45:30

The final acceptance of Wellness Center Number Two at Capitol Hill, the Pete White Health and Wellness Center, was unanimously approved.

Approved

Zoning Change for CLO Property (721 NE 50th St)

1:09:00

An ordinance to change zoning from AA/R1 to PUD 1670 for a 134-acre property owned by the Commissioners of the Land Office was unanimously approved after extensive discussion on development plans and neighborhood concerns.

Approved

Pivot Tiny Homes Project Zoning (201 & 203 NE 50th St)

1:15:00

An amendment to the master design statement to eliminate a sidewalk and the ordinance to rezone for the Pivot project, which will provide tiny homes and services for youth, were both unanimously approved.

Approved

Amendment to Adult Novelties Ordinance

1:21:00

An amendment to Section 3410 of the Adult Novelties Ordinance, clarifying intent to protect children from exposure, was unanimously approved.

Approved

Adult Novelties Ordinance (as amended)

1:27:00

The ordinance regarding adult novelties, as amended, was approved by a 5-3 vote after debate on its constitutionality and impact.

Approved

Streetcar Ordinance

1:28:00

An ordinance on final hearing related to streetcar operations was unanimously approved.

Approved

Removal of Metered Parking (NW 5th St)

1:28:40

An ordinance to remove metered parking on the north side of Northwest 5th Street between Broadway and Robinson was unanimously approved.

Approved

Removal of Carriage Stand (Norick & Robinson)

1:29:20

An ordinance to remove the Thursday through Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. open carriage stand at Norick and Robinson was unanimously approved.

Approved

Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structures

1:37:00

A resolution declaring various structures to be dilapidated was unanimously approved.

Approved

Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures

1:58:00

A resolution declaring various structures to be unsecured was unanimously approved.

Approved

Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings

2:00:00

A resolution declaring various buildings to be abandoned was unanimously approved.

Approved

Adoption of Capital Improvement Plan (FY2019-2023)

2:06:00

A resolution adopting the five-year Capital Improvement Plan, totaling $3.2 billion, was unanimously approved.

Approved

Acceptance of Justice Assistance Grant

2:09:00

A resolution authorizing the acceptance of the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, with funds for a digital evidence collection program, was unanimously approved.

Approved

Collective Bargaining Agreement (IAFF Local 157)

2:18:00

The collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 157 was approved by a 6-2 vote.

Approved

Confess Judgment (Plemons V City of Oklahoma City)

2:19:00

A resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Plemons V City of Oklahoma City was unanimously approved.

Approved

Executive Session (Opioid Litigation)

2:20:00

A motion to enter executive session to discuss pending opioid litigation was unanimously approved.

Approved

Claims Recommended for Approval

2:21:00

Four claims recommended for approval were unanimously passed.

Approved

Adoption of Legislative Agenda

2:25:00

A resolution adopting the city's legislative agenda for the upcoming year was unanimously approved.

Approved

Adoption of Federal Agenda

2:25:30

A resolution adopting the city's federal agenda for the upcoming year was unanimously approved.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

November 24th

Creek Run Turkey Trot

Quail Creek Park and Quail Creek Road, fundraiser for Quail Community Foundation beautification projects.

November 17th

India Shrine Fall Ceremonial Parade

Along Exchange Avenue between Penn and South Agnew, hosted by Stockyard City Main Street.

Financial Matters

Downtown Maps Economic Development Project Plan Amendment (AICCM)

Proposed amendment to the Downtown TIF district to provide incentives for the American Indian Cultural Center and Museum and surrounding commercial development. Phase 1 potential private investment of $400 million, Phase 2 of $200 million, and Increment District B of $150 million. Total public investment through TIF could be up to $150 million.

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Capital Improvement Plan for FY2019-2023

Adoption of a five-year Capital Improvement Plan totaling $3.2 billion, with funding from trust funds, GO bonds, and dedicated sales tax.

3.2 billion dollars

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (2018)

Acceptance of a joint award for the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, with Oklahoma City's share of approximately $271,000 to be used for a digital evidence collection program.

451842 dollars

Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF Local 157

Approval of the collective bargaining agreement. Councilman Shadid raised concerns about the estimated $2.5 million increase in insurance payments and transparency regarding firefighter healthcare costs.

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Public Comments

2 citizens spoke

One citizen spoke against further taxpayer funding for the American Indian Cultural Center and Museum, suggesting the property be sold to the Chickasaw Nation instead. Another citizen spoke in favor of the CLO property development at NE 50th Street, highlighting its potential for revitalization.

Taxpayer funding for cultural projects Economic development and revitalization Property development and zoning

Coming Up

Tabled

  • 7Q2 & 7Q3: Final acceptance of projects, deferred for a couple of weeks to correct omitted maintenance bond item.
  • 9C1 & 9C2: Scooter Sharing Ordinance, deferred for two weeks.
  • 9K1G & 9K1H: Unsecured structures at Lincoln Plaza Inn area, deferred for two weeks.
  • 9L1J & 9L1K: Abandoned buildings, deferred for two weeks.

Deadlines

  • November 13th: Joint session of City Council and COTPA to discuss regional transit and the creation of a Regional Transit Authority.
  • November 20th: Another public hearing for the Downtown Maps Economic Development Project Plan amendment (AICCM).
  • Next regular meeting: Final vote on the ordinance relating to alcoholic beverages and low-point beer (9G).
  • Next regular meeting: Final passage of the ordinance related to businesses and general schedule of fees (9H).

Watch For

  • Potential legislative requirements for implementing internet sales tax collection.
  • Impacts of medical marijuana legislation on city operations.
  • Opportunity Zone legislative initiative.

Announcements

  • Heather Pierce recognized as Teacher of the Month for November 2018.
  • Shamera Gibson recognized as Employee of the Month for November 2018.
  • Councilman Lee Cooper was commended for his selfless service to Ward 7 and the City of Oklahoma City as he concludes his tenure.

Agenda Summary

Office of the Mayor - Teacher of the Month (Heather Pierce)

Recognition of Heather Pierce, a first-grade teacher at Crooked Oak Public Schools, as Teacher of the Month for November 2018.

Approved

Office of the Mayor - Employee of the Month (Shamera Gibson)

Recognition of Shamera Gibson, an System Support Specialist for the IT Department, as Employee of the Month for November 2018.

Approved

Office of the Mayor - Farewell to Councilman Lee Cooper

Resolution thanking and commending Dr. Lee Cooper for his selfless service to Ward 7 and the City of Oklahoma City.

Approved

Office of the Mayor - Item 3D

Motion to enter into executive session to discuss performance evaluation and salary of the City Auditor.

Approved

Office of the Mayor - Item 3E

Motion to enter into executive session to discuss performance evaluation and salary of the Municipal Counselor.

Approved

Office of the Mayor - Item 3F

Motion to enter into executive session to review and discuss applications and resumes for the office of City Manager.

Approved

Journal of Council Proceedings - Items A and B

Approval of the Journal of Council Proceedings.

Approved

Requests for Uncontested Continuances

Several items were requested for continuance or to be stricken from the agenda due to corrections or owner actions.

Approved

6A - Revocable Permit with Quail Community Foundation

To hold a Creek Run Turkey Trot on November 24th on Quail Creek Park and Quail Creek Road.

Approved

6B - Revocable Right of Way Use Permit with Stockyard City Main Street

To hold the India Shrine Fall Ceremonial Parade on November 17th along Exchange Avenue.

Approved

Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority - Items A through E

Approval of items under the Municipal Facilities Authority.

Approved

Oklahoma City Public Property Authority - Items A through C

Approval of items under the Public Property Authority.

Approved

Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust - Items A through D

Approval of items under the Environmental Assistance Trust.

Approved

7 - Consent Docket

Approval of the consent docket, with specific items pulled for discussion.

Approved

7L5 - Land Run Sculpture Lighting

Discussion regarding staff's work on lighting the Land Run sculpture along I-40, a 2007 bond issue project.

Information Only

7X - Agreement with the City of Bethany

Agreement to repave North 16th Street between Rockwell and Eton Lane, a project funded by Safer Better Streets.

Information Only

7AZ - Agreement with Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Partnership with OCPD to assist citizens dealing with mental health issues through community impact teams.

Information Only

7AX & 7AY - Agreements with Oklahoma City Family Justice Center (Palomar)

Agreements related to the operations and services of the Palomar organization.

Information Only

7AQ - Resolution accepting Maps 3 Senior Health and Wellness Center

Final acceptance of Wellness Center Number Two at Capitol Hill, named the Pete White Health and Wellness Center.

Approved

8 - Concurrence Docket - Items A through K

Approval of items under the concurrence docket.

Approved

9A1 - Ordinance on final hearing (807 NW 69th St)

Zoning change from R1 (Single-Family Residential) to I2 (Light Industrial).

Approved

9A2 - Ordinance on final hearing (1630 NW 1st St)

Zoning change from R2 (Two-Family Residential) to I2 (Light Industrial).

Approved

9A3 - Ordinance on final hearing (721 NE 50th St)

Zoning change from AA (Agriculture) and R1 (Single-Family Residential) to PUD 1670 (Planned Unit Development).

Approved

9B1 - Amendment to Master Design Statement (201 & 203 NE 50th St)

Amendment to eliminate the sidewalk on North Walnut Avenue for the Pivot project.

Approved

9B2 - Ordinance on final hearing (201 & 203 NE 50th St)

Zoning change from I2 (Light Industrial) to PUD 1695 (Planned Unit Development) for the Pivot tiny homes project.

Approved

9C1 & 9C2 - Scooter Sharing Ordinance

Ordinance related to scooter sharing, including revocable permits.

Tabled

9D1 - Amendment to Section 3410 (Adult Novelties Ordinance)

Amendment to the ordinance regarding certain displays visible to the public, adding an intention to protect children from exposure.

Approved

9D2 - Ordinance on final hearing (Adult Novelties)

Ordinance related to miscellaneous provisions and offenses in Chapter 30 of the Municipal Code regarding adult novelties, as amended.

Approved

9E - Ordinance on final hearing (Streetcar)

Ordinance related to streetcar operations.

Approved

9F1 - Ordinance on final hearing (Traffic Commission)

Removing metered parking on the north side of Northwest 5th Street between Broadway and Robinson.

Approved

9F2 - Ordinance on final hearing (Traffic Commission)

Removing the Thursday through Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. open carriage stand at approximately Norick and Robinson.

Approved

9G - Ordinance relating to alcoholic beverages and low-point beer

Public hearing for an ordinance to bring city code into compliance with new state laws.

Information Only

9H - Public hearing regarding ordinance related to businesses and general schedule of fees

Public hearing for an ordinance amending the general schedule of fees for businesses.

Information Only

9I - Public hearing regarding ordinance amending Downtown Maps Economic Development Project Plan

Public hearing for an ordinance to amend the Downtown TIF district to support the American Indian Cultural Center and Museum (AICCM) and surrounding commercial development.

Information Only

9J1 - Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures

Public hearing for various dilapidated structures.

Information Only

9J2 - Resolution declaring structures dilapidated

Resolution declaring various structures to be dilapidated.

Approved

9K1 - Public hearing regarding unsecured structures

Public hearing for various unsecured structures, including discussion on the Lincoln Plaza Inn area (G and H).

Information Only

9K1G & 9K1H - Unsecured Structures (Lincoln Plaza Inn area)

Discussion on the security and redevelopment efforts for the Lincoln Plaza Inn area properties.

Tabled

9K2 - Resolution declaring structures unsecured

Resolution declaring various structures to be unsecured.

Approved

9L1 - Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings

Public hearing for various abandoned buildings.

Information Only

9L1J & 9L1K - Abandoned Buildings

Items related to abandoned buildings that were deferred from the unsecured structures agenda.

Tabled

9L2 - Resolution declaring buildings abandoned

Resolution declaring various buildings to be abandoned.

Approved

9M1 - Public hearing regarding Capital Improvement Plan

Public hearing for the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2019 through 2023.

Information Only

9M2 - Resolution adopting Capital Improvement Plan

Resolution adopting the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2019 through 2023.

Approved

9N1 - Public hearing regarding Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant

Public hearing for the acceptance of the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.

Information Only

9N2 - Resolution authorizing acceptance of Justice Assistance Grant

Resolution authorizing acceptance of the joint award for the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.

Approved

9O - Collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 157

Approval of the collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 157 for the current fiscal year.

Approved

9P1 - Resolution authorizing new municipal counselor to confess judgment

Resolution authorizing the new municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability in the case of Plemons V City of Oklahoma City.

Approved

9Q - Executive session on advice of municipal counselor

Motion to enter into executive session to receive confidential communications regarding pending opioid litigation.

Approved

10A1 - Claims recommended for approval

Approval of claims recommended for approval.

Approved

11A - Resolution adopting legislative agenda

Resolution adopting the city's legislative agenda for the upcoming year.

Approved

11B - Resolution adopting federal agenda

Resolution adopting the city's federal agenda for the upcoming year.

Approved

12A, B, C - City Manager Reports

Review of City Manager reports.

Information Only

13 - Citizens to be heard

Opportunity for citizens to address the council.

No Action