Meeting Summary
The City Council approved a $1.7 million incentive package for Amazon to establish a 640,000 square foot fulfillment center, expected to create 1,750 jobs. Other key actions included adopting the Bike Walk OKC master plan and the first implementation plan for the Better Streets Safer City initiative, allocating $35 million for projects. The council also accepted the resignation of Ward 7 Councilman John Pettis and initiated processes for an interim appointment and special election.
Key Decisions & Votes
Job Creation Incentive for Amazon.com Services Inc.
Not specifiedThe Council approved a $1.7 million incentive package, including $1 million for job creation and $700,000 for public infrastructure, for Amazon's new 640,000 square foot fulfillment center, projected to create 1,750 jobs.
Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
Not specifiedThe Council adopted "Bike Walk OKC," the city's first comprehensive master plan for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, aiming to improve safety, connectivity, and transportation options.
Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program
Not specifiedThe Council adopted the initial implementation plan for the Better Streets Safer City sales tax, allocating $35 million for 60 early-start street resurfacing projects and outlining future plans for other infrastructure improvements.
Councilman John Pettis's Resignation and Interim Appointment Process
Not specifiedThe Council accepted the resignation of Ward 7 Councilman John Pettis, effective May 31st, and initiated the process for both an interim appointment and a special election to fill the vacancy.
Upcoming Community Events
Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic (Bike Race, Fondo, 1-mile run)
Midtown, Film Row, Automobile Alley. In conjunction with H&8th on June 1st.
Police Athletic League (PAL) Jam
Hosted at Taft Stadium.
Financial Matters
FY2018 Budget Amendment for Court Administration and Training
Resolution adopting an amendment to the fiscal year 2018 budget.
Better Streets Safer City Funds Allocation
Resolution approving allocation of funds for projects recommended by the Advisory Board.
CVB Marketing Plan and Budget
Presentation of the Convention and Visitors Bureau's marketing plan and budget for the next fiscal year, reflecting a significant increase in hotel tax collections.
Sales and Use Tax Collections
Report on sales and use tax collections, noting the impact of a quarter-cent tax rate increase and good trends.
Amazon Incentive Package
Allocation of GO bond proceeds for job creation incentives and public infrastructure for Amazon.com Services Inc.
Public Comments
One citizen raised concerns about the lack of mechanical inspection regulations for vehicles for hire, citing safety issues and urging the city to require proof of garage liability insurance for inspection businesses. Another citizen expressed confusion and concern over a code enforcement letter regarding an unsecured building, which he believed he had already addressed.
Coming Up
Tabled
- SPUD 1045 (3301 NW 63rd Street) rezoning: Deferred to June 5th for further negotiation with neighbors regarding fencing.
Deadlines
- Applications for interim Ward 7 Council member: May 29th at 5:00 PM
- Filing period for Ward 7 Special Election: June 13th, 14th, and 15th
Watch For
- Updated Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program plan: Expected in six months or less
- Supreme Court decision on Fair Marketplace Act: Expected next month
- Regional Transit Authority discussion (Midwest City and Del City participation): Long-term
- New highways from state due to I-44 study: Expected
Announcements
- A citation was presented to the Stevenson Cancer Institute, Miles Against Melanoma, and the Oklahoma City Zoo for providing free SPF 30 sunscreen stations in city parks, aquatic centers, and the zoo.
- Honorable Vicky Miles Lagrange was recognized in the audience.
- Councilman James Greiner was congratulated for receiving his MBA.
Agenda Summary
Journal of Council Proceedings for May 8th and 15th
To receive the Journal of Council Proceedings.
Journal of Council Proceedings for April 24th and May 1st
To approve the Journal of Council Proceedings.
Uncontested Continuances
Requests for uncontested continuances for several items related to dilapidated/unsecured structures.
Revocable Permit for Oklahoma City Pro-Am Bike Race
Permit for a three-day cycling event, including a Fondo and a 1-mile run, in Midtown, Film Row, and Automobile Alley.
Softball Hall of Fame Project (7aa)
Award of contract to Temporal Construction Company in the amount of $18,398,000 for the final two phases of construction activities at the ASA Hall of Fame Complex.
State Highway 4 (Piedmont Road) Improvements (7al)
Joint project with ODOT for right-of-way and utility improvements from State Highway 66 to Northwest Expressway.
Job Creation Incentive for Dura Coatings (7aw1)
Local incentive package of $100,000 for Dura Coatings for job creation.
Job Creation Incentive for CACI (7aw2)
Local incentive package of $1.25 million for CACI for job creation.
Southwest 164th Street Resurfacing and Reconstruction (7ai)
Resurfacing and reconstruction of Southwest 164th Street from Southwestern to South Santa Fe, a joint project with Cleveland County and the City of Moore.
Public Art Acquisition Agreement with Midtown Rotary (7u)
Resolution approving an agreement for public art in Red Andrews Park, with a $7,000 donation from Midtown Rotary.
Public Art Acquisition Agreement for Dennison Park (7v)
Resolution approving an agreement not to exceed $4,000 for chainsaw carving art in Dennison Park.
Concurrence Docket
13 items, majority relating to the Water Utilities Trust, and concurrence on PPA items (Fairgrounds born replacement, Civic Center sound system upgrades).
SPUD 1027 (4500 NE 23rd Street)
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from R1 and C3 to SPUD 1027 for RV storage and future retail development.
SPUD 1045 (3301 NW 63rd Street)
Ordinance on final hearing to rezone from O2 and R1 to SPUD 1045.
Reserved Parking Space Ordinance
Ordinance establishing a reserved parking space for the physically disabled on the west side of North Hudson and Northwest 6th Street.
Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing on various dilapidated structures.
Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures
Public hearing on various unsecured structures.
Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing on various abandoned buildings.
FY2018 Budget Amendment for Court Administration and Training (9g1 & 9g2)
Public hearing and resolution adopting an amendment to the fiscal year 2018 budget.
Bike Walk OKC Master Plan (9h)
Resolution adopting the comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian master plan.
Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program Project Implementation Plan (9i1)
Resolution adopting the first implementation plan for the Better Streets Safer City initiative.
Better Streets Funds Allocation (9i2)
Resolution approving allocation of $35 million in Better Streets funds for projects recommended by the Advisory Board.
Acceptance of Councilman John Pettis's Resignation (9j)
Resolution accepting the resignation of Ward 7 Councilman John Pettis, effective May 31st, and calling for applications for an interim council member.
Special Election for Ward 7 Vacancy (9k1)
Resolution calling for a special election to fill the Ward 7 vacancy.
Notification to Election Board of Special Election (9k2)
Resolution notifying the Oklahoma County Election Board of the special election for Ward 7.
Grisham and Rutledge V City of OKC (9l)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment without admitting liability.
Hurston V City of OKC (9m)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment.
Neely V City of OKC (9n)
Resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to confess judgment.
Stewart V City of OKC (Margaret Akerlove) (9o)
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing Margaret Akerlove to represent Richard Mahoney.
Stewart V City of OKC (Richard Smith and Bret Logan) (9p)
Resolution authorizing Richard Smith and Bret Logan to represent Williams City.
Stewart V City of OKC (Richard Smith) (9q)
Resolution authorizing Richard Smith to represent Vance Allen.
Cusack Wholesale Meats Company Litigation (9r)
Discussion of litigation.
Claims Recommended for Denial (9s)
Review of claims recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval (10a)
Review of claims recommended for approval.
Amazon.com Services Inc. Economic Development Agreement (7ax)
Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving allocation of $1.7 million in GO bond proceeds for job creation incentives and public infrastructure.