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April 24, 2018 City Council Meeting

April 24, 2018 Oklahoma City, OK
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TL;DR

The City Council meeting began with an invocation and a tribute to former Councilman Pat Ryan. Several proclamations were made, including for the Festival of the Arts, Police Appreciation Month, and Child Abuse Prevention Month. The council also recognized the Teacher of the Month and Employee of the Month. Key decisions included approving various revocable permits for community events and several zoning changes, while deferring discussion on a proposed amendment to the master design statement and a special permit application.

Key Decisions & Votes

Revocable Permit for Asian Night Market

00:36:00

Approved the Asian District Cultural Association's request to hold the Asian Night Market on June 9th, aiming to promote cultural awareness and diversity.

Approved

Revocable Permit for Girls State Tennis Tournament

00:38:00

Approved OKC Public Tennis LLC's request to hold the 2018 Girls State Tennis Tournament, including a one-way street designation for traffic management.

Approved

Revocable Permit for Cinco DeMayo Festival

00:41:00

Approved Scissortail Community Development's request to hold the 2018 Cinco DeMayo Festival at Wiley Post Park, highlighting the sister city relationship with Puebla, Mexico.

Approved

Revocable Permit for Memorial Marathon

00:44:00

Approved the Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation's request to hold the 2018 Memorial Marathon on April 29th.

Approved

Revocable Permit for Girls on the Run 5K

00:47:00

Approved Girls on the Run Central Oklahoma's request to hold their celebratory 5K on May 12th in Bricktown.

Approved

Revocable Permit for Positive Steps 5K

00:49:00

Approved the McBride Foundation's request to hold the Positive Steps 5K and one-mile walk at the Oklahoma City Zoo, raising funds for the Preserve program.

Approved

Revocable Permit for One OKC Event

00:51:00

Approved Northeast OKC Renaissance Inc.'s request to hold the One OKC street festival on Northeast 23rd Street, highlighting community development and the Centennial Health Clinic.

Approved

Revocable Permit for Memorial Marathon (Second Item)

00:53:00

Approved a second revocable permit for the Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation related to the Memorial Marathon.

Approved

Revocable Permit for V-Dubs on Automobile Alley

00:54:00

Approved the VW Club of Oklahoma City's request to hold V-Dubs on Automobile Alley on May 12th, expanding the event to include both sides of Broadway.

Approved

Amendment to Master Design Statement (Building Setbacks and Site Lighting)

01:17:00

Deferred item 9b1 and 9b2 for two weeks to allow for further discussion and resolution of concerns regarding a towing facility's zoning application.

Deferred

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Alcohol Beverage Consumption Restaurant (Buffalo Wild Wings)

01:10:00

Approved an ordinance for an ABC 2 alcohol beverage consumption restaurant with an alcohol district overlay for Buffalo Wild Wings, with discussion on reducing impaired driving.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Alcohol Beverage Consumption Restaurant (Bernadette Center)

01:12:00

Approved an ordinance for an ABC 2 alcohol beverage consumption restaurant with an alcohol district overlay for Bernadette Center.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PC-1052

01:12:00

Approved an ordinance for PC-1052, changing zoning from R-4 general residential district to O-2 general office district at 141 Northeast 13th Street.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PUD-1672

01:13:00

Approved an ordinance for PUD-1672, changing zoning from AAA agriculture PUD 1419 and PUD 1534 districts to PUD 1672 at 23201 Moseley Road.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PUD-1673

01:14:00

Approved an ordinance for PUD-1673, changing zoning from PUD 1514 to PUD 1673 at 16300 South Pennsylvania Avenue for a gated single-family residence community.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PUD-1675

01:15:00

Approved an ordinance for PUD-1675, changing zoning from PUD 1587 and R-1 single-family to PUD 1675 at 3925 Southeast 59th Street.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1018

01:16:00

Approved an ordinance for SPUD-1018, changing zoning from R-4 general residential district to SPUD 1018 at 11 Southeast 24th Street.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1027

01:16:00

Deferred an ordinance for SPUD-1027 at 4500 Northeast 23rd Street for two weeks due to protests.

Deferred

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1035

01:18:00

Approved an ordinance for SPUD-1035, changing zoning from I-2 and R-2 to SPUD 1035 at 1740 Northwest 3rd Street.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1038

01:19:00

Approved an ordinance for SPUD-1038, changing zoning from SPUD 747-14 to SPUD 1038 at 1300 Northwest 17th Street for housing development.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1041

01:20:00

Approved an ordinance for SPUD-1041, changing zoning from R-1 and Lynwood Place urban conservation districts to SPUD 1041 at 3445 Northwest 20th Street to permit a parking lot for a church.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1049

01:22:00

Approved an ordinance for SPUD-1049, changing zoning from C-3 community commercial district to SPUD 1049 at 800 Southwest 44th Street for a super-sized AutoZone.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Amending Chapter 52, Article 4, Division 2, Section 52-151

01:24:00

Approved an ordinance amending the fee schedule for occupation taxes on alcoholic beverages, making it effective immediately.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Removing Metered Parking (North Robinson)

01:25:00

Approved an ordinance removing metered parking on the east side of North Robinson from approximately 40 feet south to 225 feet south of the South curb line of Park Avenue.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Removing Metered Parking (Park Avenue)

01:26:00

Approved an ordinance removing metered parking on the south side of Park Avenue from approximately 50 feet east to 60 feet east of the east curb line of North Robinson.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Establishing Metered Parking (North Harvey Avenue)

01:27:00

Approved an ordinance establishing metered parking on the east side of North Harvey Avenue from approximately 210 feet north to 298 feet north of the North curb line of Northwest 4th Street.

Approved

Resolution Adopting Records Retention Manual 2018

01:29:00

Adopted the revised Records Retention Manual 2018, including updates for body-worn camera videos, 911 records, and campaign reports, to ensure compliance with state law and transparency.

Adopted

Resolution Approving Municipal Youth Soccer Club

01:34:00

Approved a resolution for the Parks and Recreation Department to create and operate a municipal youth soccer club sanctioned by the Oklahoma Soccer Association, including a special-purpose fund.

Approved

Resolution Establishing Honorary Street Sign Program

01:39:00

Approved a resolution establishing an honorary street sign program, allowing for recognition of individuals without formally renaming streets, with a brown background and white letters for the signs.

Approved

Joint Resolution with OCWUT for Temporary Water/Wastewater Service

01:46:00

Approved a joint resolution authorizing the Utilities Director and General Manager to allow property owners to receive temporary water and/or wastewater service from another utility provider under specific conditions.

Approved

Joint Resolution with OCWUT for Atoka Pipeline Easements

01:51:00

Approved a joint resolution declaring the necessity for acquiring certain easements along the Atoka pipeline, related to a settlement with tribes and the BIA for expired easements.

Approved

Resolution Authorizing Complaint with ABLE Commission

01:53:00

Approved a resolution authorizing the municipal counselor to file a written complaint with the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission regarding illegal gambling operations at Lahti Enterprises Inc.

Approved

Claims Recommended for Denial

01:56:00

Approved the recommendation to deny three claims.

Approved

Claims Recommended for Approval

01:57:00

Approved two claims recommended for approval.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

April 24th-28th

Festival of the Arts

52nd annual event, recognized nationally, featuring visual artists, live entertainment, local food, and eco-conscious practices. Co-chairs Molly McBride and Paul Tyler.

May 2018

Police Appreciation Month

Recognition of law enforcement personnel, including National Law Day (May 1st), OCPD Awards Banquet (May 4th), National Police Week (May 13th-19th), National Police Officers Memorial Day (May 15th), and OCPD/Oklahoma State Law Enforcement Memorial Services (May 18th).

April 2018

Child Abuse Prevention Month

Efforts by Parent Promise, Prevent Child Abuse Oklahoma, and Exchange Clubs to prevent child abuse and neglect. Field of Flags event at the Capitol on April 25th at 8:30 AM.

June 9th

Asian Night Market Festival

Cultural event with food trucks, vendors, fashion show, and cultural performances, organized by the Asian District Cultural Association.

Not specified

Girls State Tennis Tournament

Hosted by OKC Public Tennis LLC at Will Rogers Tennis Center, involving all classes for the whole state of Oklahoma. Pat Murphy Drive to be one-way during the event.

May 6th

Cinco DeMayo Festival

Hosted by Scissortail Community Development Corporation at Wiley Post Park, celebrating the sister city relationship with Puebla, Mexico. Expected attendance of 15,000-20,000 people.

April 29th

Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon

18th annual race with runners from all 50 states and 13 countries. Races begin at 6:30 AM.

May 12th

Girls on the Run of Oklahoma County Celebratory 5K

After-school empowerment program for girls, with 512 participants running a 5K in Bricktown.

Not specified

Positive Steps 5K and One-Mile Walk

Hosted by the McBride Foundation at the Oklahoma City Zoo, raising funds for the Preserve program which provides sports equipment to schools in need.

Not specified

One OKC Event

Third annual street festival on Northeast 23rd Street, highlighting the Centennial Health Clinic, with street vendors, food trucks, entertainment, and kids' events.

May 12th

V-Dubs on Automobile Alley

Hosted by the VW Club of Oklahoma City, featuring old and current Volkswagens, live music, art festival, and camping. Funds raised for local school classroom projects.

Financial Matters

Agreement with Pioneer Building LLC

Agreement for the Pioneer Building LLC to take over and maintain a pocket park at 3rd and Broadway.

Grant from Office of Homeland Security

Grant received to provide water rescue training for police personnel at the whitewater facility.

Economic Development Trust Donation to Costco

A $3 million donation from the Economic Development Trust to Costco, which was approved despite concerns about its necessity given Costco's financial status.

3,000,000

FD Moon Elementary School Project Budget

Budget for major upgrades to FD Moon Elementary, including HVAC, sprinkler system, ADA upgrades, and cosmetic improvements.

3,200,000

Public Comments

9 citizens spoke

Several citizens spoke, primarily advocating for an increase in the number of city council wards to improve representation and diversity. Other comments included concerns about safety on river trails and appreciation for city services.

Ward expansion and increased representation Diversity and inclusion in city government Safety on river trails Public transit improvements

Coming Up

Tabled

  • Amendment to section 1.5 and 11.4.1 of the master design statement regarding building setbacks and site lighting (9b1 and 9b2)
  • SPUD 1027 at 4500 Northeast 23rd Street (9a8)
  • Item 9P
  • Item 9Q

Watch For

  • Discussion on the city budget and public transit investments in the coming weeks.

Announcements

  • Tribute to former Councilman Pat Ryan.
  • Proclamation for Festival of the Arts (April 24th-28th).
  • Proclamation for Police Appreciation Month (May 2018).
  • Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month (April 2018).
  • Recognition of Amanda Trimble as Teacher of the Month for April 2018.
  • Recognition of Drew Watson as City Employee of the Month for April 2018.
  • Councilman Stonecipher attended the third annual Core Creek Home Tour.
  • Mayor's Prayer Breakfast was well-attended.
  • Lantana Apartments (now Hartford at Tenth) update: 48 units finished, 80-90% of remaining 54 units to be complete by September 1st, with 25% occupancy target.

Agenda Summary

Invocation by Mark Gaines, Pastor of Eagle Heights Church

Opening prayer for the meeting, blessing the mayor and council, and seeking guidance for unified decisions and progress for the city.

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Tribute to former Councilman Pat Ryan

Council members shared memories and condolences for former Councilman Pat Ryan, who passed away.

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Proclamation for Festival of the Arts

Proclamation for the 52nd annual Festival of the Arts, highlighting its cultural and economic impact.

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Proclamation for Police Appreciation Month

Proclamation recognizing May 2018 as Police Appreciation Month, honoring the service and dedication of Oklahoma City police officers.

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Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Proclamation recognizing April 2018 as Child Abuse Prevention Month, emphasizing the importance of healthy child development and community support.

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Resolution Honoring Amanda Trimble as Teacher of the Month

Resolution recognizing Amanda Trimble as the April 2018 Teacher of the Month by Oklahoma City Public Schools and the Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.

Adopted

Resolution Honoring Drew Watson as City Employee of the Month

Resolution recognizing Drew Watson as the April 2018 City Employee of the Month by the South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club.

Adopted

Resolution Approving Mayor's Travel to US Conference of Mayors

Resolution approving the mayor's travel to the US Conference of Mayors.

Adopted

Journal of Council Proceedings

Receiving the journal from the last meeting and approving the journal from March 27th.

Approved

Request for Uncontested Continuances

City Manager detailed requests for continuances and striking of certain items from the agenda.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Asian District Cultural Association (Asian Night Market)

Request to hold the Asian Night Market on June 9th.

Approved

Revocable Permit: OKC Public Tennis LLC (Girls State Tennis Tournament)

Request to hold the 2018 Girls State Tennis Tournament, including a one-way street designation.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Scissortail Community Development (Cinco DeMayo Festival)

Request to hold the 2018 Cinco DeMayo Festival at Wiley Post Park.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation (Memorial Marathon)

Request to hold the 2018 Memorial Marathon.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Girls on the Run Central Oklahoma (5K)

Request to hold the Girls on the Run of Oklahoma County Celebratory 5K.

Approved

Revocable Permit: McBride Foundation (Positive Steps 5K)

Request to hold the Positive Steps 5K and one-mile walk.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Northeast OKC Renaissance Inc. (One OKC Event)

Request to hold the One OKC street festival.

Approved

Revocable Permit: Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation (Memorial Marathon - Second Item)

Second permit related to the Memorial Marathon.

Approved

Revocable Permit: VW Club of Oklahoma City (V-Dubs on Automobile Alley)

Request to hold V-Dubs on Automobile Alley on May 12th.

Approved

Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items

Items ABCDE and F under the OCMFA trust.

Approved

Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items

Four items under the OCPPA trust.

Approved

Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items

Two items under the OCEAT trust.

Approved

Consent Docket Items (excluding AM)

Approval of all consent docket items except for item AM.

Approved

Consent Docket Item AM: Agreement with Economic Development Trust for Costco

Agreement with the Economic Development Trust for a $3 million donation to Costco.

Approved

Concurrence Docket Items

Approval of all items on the concurrence docket.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: ABC 2 Alcohol Beverage Consumption Restaurant (Buffalo Wild Wings)

Ordinance for an ABC 2 alcohol beverage consumption restaurant with an alcohol district overlay for Buffalo Wild Wings.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: ABC 2 Alcohol Beverage Consumption Restaurant (Bernadette Center)

Ordinance for an ABC 2 alcohol beverage consumption restaurant with an alcohol district overlay for Bernadette Center.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PC-1052 (141 Northeast 13th Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from R-4 general residential district to O-2 general office district.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PUD-1672 (23201 Moseley Road)

Ordinance changing zoning from AAA agriculture PUD 1419 and PUD 1534 districts to PUD 1672.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PUD-1673 (16300 South Pennsylvania Avenue)

Ordinance changing zoning from PUD 1514 to PUD 1673 for a gated single-family residence community.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: PUD-1675 (3925 Southeast 59th Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from PUD 1587 and R-1 single-family to PUD 1675.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1018 (11 Southeast 24th Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from R-4 general residential district to SPUD 1018.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1027 (4500 Northeast 23rd Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from R-1 single-family residential and C-3 community commercial districts to SPUD 1027.

Deferred

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1035 (1740 Northwest 3rd Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from I-2 and R-2 to SPUD 1035.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1038 (1300 Northwest 17th Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from SPUD 747-14 to SPUD 1038 for housing development.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1041 (3445 Northwest 20th Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from R-1 and Lynwood Place urban conservation districts to SPUD 1041 to permit a parking lot for a church.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: SPUD-1049 (800 Southwest 44th Street)

Ordinance changing zoning from C-3 community commercial district to SPUD 1049 for a super-sized AutoZone.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Amendment to Master Design Statement (Building Setbacks and Site Lighting)

Amendment to section 1.5 and 11.4.1 of the master design statement regarding building setbacks and site lighting.

Deferred

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Amending Chapter 52, Article 4, Division 2, Section 52-151

Ordinance relating to taxation, amending the fee schedule for occupation taxes on alcoholic beverages.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Removing Metered Parking (North Robinson)

Ordinance removing metered parking on the east side of North Robinson from approximately 40 feet south to 225 feet south of the South curb line of Park Avenue.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Removing Metered Parking (Park Avenue)

Ordinance removing metered parking on the south side of Park Avenue from approximately 50 feet east to 60 feet east of the east curb line of North Robinson.

Approved

Ordinance on Final Hearing: Establishing Metered Parking (North Harvey Avenue)

Ordinance establishing metered parking on the east side of North Harvey Avenue from approximately 210 feet north to 298 feet north of the North curb line of Northwest 4th Street.

Approved

Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures

Public hearing on various dilapidated structures.

Approved

Resolution Declaring Dilapidated Structures

Resolution declaring various structures as dilapidated.

Approved

Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures

Public hearing on various unsecured structures.

Approved

Resolution Declaring Unsecured Structures

Resolution declaring various structures as unsecured.

Approved

Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings

Public hearing on various abandoned buildings.

Approved

Resolution Declaring Abandoned Buildings

Resolution declaring various buildings as abandoned.

Approved

Resolution Adopting Records Retention Manual 2018

Resolution adopting the Records Retention Manual 2018 of the City of Oklahoma City, providing for annual supplements.

Adopted

Resolution Approving Municipal Youth Soccer Club

Resolution approving the Parks and Recreation Department's creation and operation of a municipal youth soccer club, sanctioned by the Oklahoma Soccer Association.

Approved

Resolution Establishing Honorary Street Sign Program

Resolution establishing the honorary street sign program and authorizing its implementation.

Approved

Joint Resolution with OCWUT for Temporary Water/Wastewater Service

Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust authorizing the Utilities Director and General Manager to allow property owners to receive temporary water and/or wastewater service from another utility provider.

Approved

Joint Resolution with OCWUT for Atoka Pipeline Easements (M)

Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust declaring the necessity for acquiring certain easements located along the Atoka pipeline.

Approved

Joint Resolution with OCWUT for Atoka Pipeline Easements (N)

Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust regarding the confidential master settlement agreement for Atoka pipeline easements.

Approved

Resolution Authorizing Complaint with ABLE Commission

Resolution authorizing a municipal counselor to file a written complaint with the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission regarding illegal gambling operations.

Approved

Item 9P

Item 9P was deferred to the May 8th meeting.

Deferred

Item 9Q

Item 9Q was stricken from the agenda.

No Action

Executive Session: Philip Williams V. City of Oklahoma City

Entering into executive session to receive confidential communications concerning the case styled Philip Williams V. the City of Oklahoma City and William Jay City.

Approved

Executive Session: Collective Bargaining Negotiations

Entering into executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations for fiscal year 2018-2019 with the FOP, IFF, and APSME.

Approved

Claims Recommended for Denial

Three claims recommended for denial.

Approved

Claims Recommended for Approval

Two claims recommended for approval.

Approved

City Manager Reports: Public Transportation and Parking Customer Survey Results

Presentation by Kris Tatum on the results of surveys regarding parking facilities and public transit usage and awareness.

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