Meeting Summary
The City Council addressed various zoning and property-related issues, including the approval of several PUDs and the deferral of dilapidated and unsecured property cases. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a presentation on a federal grant application for the Northwest multimodal corridor and a discussion regarding the sale of two downtown parking facilities. The meeting also included updates on mosquito control and the city's social and criminal justice initiatives.
Key Decisions & Votes
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma
00:09:00A permit was approved for the Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma to hold their festival and 5K on September 29, 2018, closing Mickey Mantle Drive.
Revocable Right-of-Way Use Permit for Tri OKC
00:10:40A permit was approved for Tri OKC to hold the Lake Stanley Draper Duathlon on July 22nd on West Stanley Draper Drive.
Zoning Change at 1045 South Meridian Avenue (ABC-2 to I-2)
00:36:00An ordinance was approved to change the zoning from ABC-2 restaurant with alcohol district overlay to I-2 industrial district for a proposed Asian fusion restaurant and bar.
Zoning Change at 1121 North Walker (ABC-3 to DTD-1)
00:38:00An ordinance was approved for an ABC-3 overlay on the DTD-1 transitional district for a new retail opportunity called 'Barkeep' in the Plaza Court building.
Zoning Change at 5907 Ranger Lane (R-1 to I-2)
00:39:40An ordinance was approved to change the zoning from single-family R-1 to I-2 moderate industrial at 5907 Ranger Lane, consistent with existing industrial zoning in the area.
Zoning Change at 3540 East Hefner Road (AA to PUD 1674)
00:41:00An ordinance was approved to change the zoning from AA agricultural to PUD 1674 at 3540 East Hefner Road, for an industrial development with modifications to address neighbor concerns regarding truck traffic and parking.
Zoning Change at 6601 Highway 152 (PUD 1601 to PUD 1683)
00:50:00An ordinance was approved to revise PUD 1601 to PUD 1683 at 6601 Highway 152, allowing for the addition of hardy board as an approved siding in the building facade for a duplex development.
Zoning Change at 1338 Northwest 16th Street (R-1 to SPUD 1056)
00:51:40An ordinance was approved to change the zoning from R-1 to SPUD 1056 at 1338 Northwest 16th Street, to allow for the construction of two single-family dwellings.
Alleyway Closure North of 141 Northeast 13th Street
00:53:00An ordinance was approved to close an alleyway north of 141 Northeast 13th Street, related to the historic Wall Street Court building.
Resolution Declaring Structures Dilapidated (9f2)
00:56:00A resolution was approved declaring several structures dilapidated, particularly along Lynwood Boulevard, signaling increased code enforcement in the area.
Resolution Declaring Structures Unsecured (9g2)
01:06:00A resolution was approved declaring several structures unsecured, with some items deferred for further action.
Resolution Declaring Buildings Abandoned (9h2)
01:07:00A resolution was approved declaring several buildings abandoned, with one item deferred.
Resolution Approving 2018-2019 Consolidated Plan Fourth Action Year Plan
01:25:00A resolution was approved for the 2018-2019 Consolidated Plan Fourth Action Year Plan, outlining the city's use of federal grant funding for housing and community development.
Memorandum of Agreement to Sell Land East of Santa Fe Parking Garage (9j)
01:45:00A memorandum of agreement was approved to sell a parcel of land east of the Santa Fe parking garage to a limited liability company consisting of Bank First and Bricktown Parking Investors for $1.4 million or the appraised value.
Memorandum of Agreement to Sell Santa Fe Parking Garage (9k)
01:45:00A memorandum of agreement was approved to sell the Santa Fe parking garage for the appraised value of $22.5 million to Continental Resources and Bank First.
Executive Session for Collective Bargaining Agreements
01:46:00A motion was approved to enter into an executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements with employment groups FOP, AFSCME, and IFF.
Claims Recommended for Denial (9m1)
01:47:00Claims recommended for denial were approved, with one item previously stricken.
Claims Recommended for Approval (10a1)
01:48:00Claims recommended for approval were passed unanimously.
Upcoming Community Events
Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma Festival and 5K
Mickey Mantle Drive between Sheridan and Reno, with festival activities inside the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.
Lake Stanley Draper Duathlon
West Stanley Draper Drive
Financial Matters
Sale of land east of Santa Fe Parking Garage
Sale of a parcel of land to a limited liability company consisting of Bank First and Bricktown Parking Investors, based on appraised value.
Sale of Santa Fe Parking Garage
Sale of the Santa Fe parking garage to Continental Resources and Bank First for its appraised value.
CDBG Grant
Largest formula grant for community development activities, with 70% targeting low and moderate-income persons.
Home Investments Partnership Programs Grant
Grant for affordable housing activities.
HOPWA Grant
Grant for housing for persons with AIDS.
Owner-occupied housing rehabilitation
Designated for exterior improvements to address code violations.
Emergency home repair
Proposed increase of $100,000 for Community Action Agency to run the program.
Strong Neighborhoods Initiative
Proposed funding for various programs.
Share-a-Fare program
Proposed funding for free or reduced taxi and bus fares to the homeless, disabled, and seniors.
STEAM after-school program at Eugene Fields
Proposed carryover money to find other funding sources.
Securing abandoned properties
Funding for a program to secure abandoned properties.
Community development program for public facilities
Proposed funding for city infrastructure, parks, and non-profit owned facilities for special needs.
Downpayment assistance program
Proposed funding for low-moderate income homebuyers.
CHODO set-aside
Funding for community housing development organizations.
Social Services Grant from General Fund
City's contribution to social services, providing matching funds and employment services.
Sales and Use Tax Collections Report
First check for July is 4.3% over projections, indicating a good start to fiscal year 2019.
Public Comments
One citizen expressed concerns about the sale of downtown parking garages, particularly regarding access for casual parkers and the need for a pedestrian connection. Another citizen raised issues with the public transit system, including Sunday service, pass validity, bus stop safety, and the streetcar's route, also touching on the impact of limited transportation on employment for the homeless.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 9c (PUD 1669) deferred to October 23rd council meeting.
- Item G1L (dilapidated structure at The Lumberyard) deferred to August 14th council meeting.
- Item 9H1 (abandoned building at The Lumberyard) deferred to August 14th council meeting.
Watch For
- Results of the next citywide safety survey (August 14th).
- Further discussions on judicial reform and alternatives to incarceration.
- Potential changes to city ordinances regarding cite and release for certain municipal charges.
- Final closing documents for the sale of the Santa Fe parking garage and adjacent land (August/September).
Announcements
- Shout out to the Oklahoma City Police Department for recovering a stolen trailer.
- Concern expressed about possible reduction in staff and direction of development in northeast Oklahoma City, particularly with the Alliance, and the city's commitment to the area.
- Update on mosquito control and prevention efforts by the City-County Health Department.
- Presentation on the City Council priority regarding social and criminal justice, including updates from the Police Department and Planning Department.
Agenda Summary
Item 4: Journal of council proceedings
Motion to move both items A and B.
Item 5: Requests for uncontested continuances
Several items were requested to be deferred or stricken due to owner securing property or new ownership.
Item 6a: Revocable right-of-way use permit with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma
To hold the dance interim festival and 5k on September 29th, 2018 at Mickey Mantle Drive.
Item 6b: Revocable right-of-way use permit with the Tri OKC
To hold the Lake Stanley Draper Duathlon July 22nd West Stanley Draper Drive.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority items a through g
Motion to pass all items at once.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority two items
Motion for the two items.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust two items
Motion to move the two items.
Item 7: Consent Docket
Motion on the items, with presentations on 7am and 7ak1, and discussion on 7e1-4, 7z, and 7ah.
Item 8a: Concurrence Docket
Motion on the item.
Item 9a1: Ordinance on final hearing, ABC-2 restaurant with alcohol district overlaying the I-2 district at 1045 South Meridian Avenue
Proposed project for a bar and Asian fusion restaurant.
Item 9a2: Ordinance on final hearing, ABC-3 overlay on the DTD-1 transitional district at 1121 North Walker
Proposed new retail opportunity called 'Barkeep' in the Plaza Court building.
Item 9a3: Ordinance on final hearing, 5907 Ranger Lane moving from single-family R-1 to I-2 moderate industrial
Zoning change consistent with existing I-2 zoning in the area.
Item 9a4: Ordinance on final hearing, 3540 East Hefner Road moving from AA to PUD 1674
Proposed industrial development with modifications to address neighbor concerns.
Item 9a5: Ordinance on final hearing, 6601 Highway 152 moving from PUD 1601 to PUD 1683
Revised PUD to add hardy board as an approved siding for a duplex development.
Item 9a6: Ordinance on final hearing, 1338 Northwest 16th Street moving from R-1 to SPUD 1056
To build two single-family dwellings.
Item 9b: Ordinance on final hearing, closing an alleyway north of 141 Northeast 13th Street
Related to a historic building.
Item 9c: Ordinance on final hearing, PUD 1669
Applicant requested deferral.
Item 9d: Public hearing regarding the ordinance related to the zoning and planning code and the general schedule of fees
Second of three steps in amending ordinances.
Item 9e: Public hearing regarding ordinances related to the general schedule of fees
Second of three steps in amending ordinances.
Item 9f1: Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing on dilapidated structures.
Item 9f2: Resolution declaring that the structures are dilapidated
Resolution for structures along Lynwood Boulevard and other areas.
Item 9g1: Public hearing regarding the unsecured structures
Public hearing on unsecured structures, with some items stricken or deferred.
Item 9g2: Resolution declaring that the structures are unsecured
Resolution for unsecured structures, excluding previously deferred items.
Item 9h1: Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings
Public hearing on abandoned buildings, with one item deferred.
Item 9h2: Resolution declaring that the buildings are abandoned
Resolution for abandoned buildings, excluding previously deferred items.
Item 9i1: Public hearing regarding the resolution approving the 2018-2019 consolidated plan fourth action year plan
Presentation on the city's use of federal grant funding for housing and community development.
Item 9i2: Resolution approving the 2018-2019 consolidated plan fourth action year plan
Resolution for the consolidated plan.
Item 9j: Memorandum of agreement to sell a parcel of land directly east of the Santa Fe parking garage
Sale of land to a limited liability company consisting of Bank First and Bricktown Parking Investors.
Item 9k: Memorandum of agreement to sell the Santa Fe parking garage
Sale of the Santa Fe parking garage to Continental Resources and Bank First.
Item 9l: Executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements
To discuss agreements with FOP, AFSCME, and IFF.
Item 9m1: Claims recommended for denial
Claims recommended for denial, with one item stricken.
Item 10a1: Claims recommended for approval
Claims recommended for approval.
Item 11: Items from Council
Council members shared announcements and concerns.
Item 12a: City Manager Reports - Mosquito control and prevention
Presentation by City-County Health Department on mosquito counts and West Nile virus cases.
Item 12b: City Manager Reports - City Council priority regarding social and criminal justice
Presentation by Police Chief and Planning Department on initiatives, including procedural justice, body-worn cameras, de-escalation, and homelessness.
Item 12c: City Manager Reports - Impact fees
Update on annual adjustments to impact fees.
Item 12d: City Manager Reports - Sales and use tax collections report
Report on sales and use tax collections.
Item 12e: City Manager Reports - Online packet
Packet available online.
Item 13: Citizens to be heard
Public comments from citizens.