Meeting Summary
The city council meeting included the introduction of the 2017-2018 Youth Council, with each member being recognized and sharing their concerns for the city's youth. Key discussions also involved a revenue enforcement program update, highlighting successful collections and new initiatives, and the approval of several zoning cases. The council also addressed public hearings for dilapidated and unsecured structures, and abandoned buildings.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointments to various boards and commissions
00:13:00The council unanimously approved a series of appointments, including the introduction of the 2017-2018 Youth Council members.
Journal of Council Proceedings
00:30:40The journal for August 1st was received and the journal for July 18th was approved unanimously.
Revocable Permit for Convoy of Hope OKC event
00:33:00A revocable permit was granted to Capitol Hill Assembly of God to host the Convoy of Hope OKC event on October 7th at Woodson Park.
Revocable Permit for 3D Seismic Survey
00:36:00A revocable permit was approved for the Water Utilities Trust and private sector organizations to conduct a three-dimensional seismic survey encompassing rights-of-way.
Zoning Case: 3033 North May Avenue (Ward 2)
00:40:40An ABC issue zoning case was unanimously approved for the property at 3033 North May Avenue.
Zoning Case: 2727 Northeast 63rd (Ward 7)
00:41:30An ABC issue zoning case was unanimously approved for the property at 2727 Northeast 63rd, as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Zoning Case: 5301 Southwestern Avenue (Ward 6)
00:42:30An ABC issue zoning case was unanimously approved for the property at 5301 Southwestern Avenue.
Zoning Case: 436 Southwest 59th Street (Ward 4)
00:43:10An ABC issue zoning case was unanimously approved for the property at 436 Southwest 59th Street.
Zoning Case: 2844 Northeast 23rd (Ward 7)
00:44:00A zoning case to change from R-1 single-family residential to a Planned Unit Development district was unanimously approved for the property at 2844 Northeast 23rd.
Zoning Case: 11020 West Memorial (Ward 1)
00:45:10A zoning case to create a new PUD for an early childhood education center for Piedmont school district was unanimously approved for the property at 11020 West Memorial.
Zoning Case: 12017 Northwest Expressway (Ward 1)
00:46:10A zoning case to create a new SPUD for a Braum's location was unanimously approved for the property at 12017 Northwest Expressway.
Zoning Case: 2732 Northwest 20th (Ward 6)
00:47:00A zoning case to change from R-2 medium low density to a new SPUD was unanimously approved for the property at 2732 Northwest 20th, allowing for a new garage with an apartment and art studio.
Zoning Case: 7501 South Shields Boulevard (Ward 4)
00:49:00A zoning case to create a new SPUD was unanimously approved for the property at 7501 South Shields Boulevard, primarily to allow for signage after construction.
Zoning Case: Northwest 43rd Street (Ward 2)
00:50:00A zoning case to change from R-1 single-family to a new SPUD was unanimously approved for a property on Northwest 43rd Street, addressing a long-standing zoning violation and facilitating a land sale between a church and a school.
Zoning Case: 4402 and 4404 South Magno Avenue (Ward 7)
00:54:30A zoning case to change from R-1 single-family and C-1 neighborhood commercial to a new SPUD was unanimously approved for the properties at 4402 and 4404 South Magno Avenue.
Ordinance regarding War Acres utility payments
00:55:20An ordinance concerning War Acres' inability to collect utility payments was approved in its final hearing.
Public Hearing on On-Street Parking Regulations
00:56:00A public hearing regarding on-street parking regulations was moved forward for a final hearing.
Public Hearing on On-Street Parking Fees
00:56:50A public hearing regarding fees associated with on-street parking was moved forward for a final hearing.
Introduction of Ordinance for State Mandated Fees
00:58:00An ordinance to increase state-mandated fees collected by the Oklahoma City Municipal Court was introduced, with a public hearing scheduled for August 29th and a final hearing for September 12th.
Public Hearing on Dilapidated Structures
01:00:00A public hearing regarding several dilapidated structures was approved.
Public Hearing on Dilapidated Structure in HP Landmark District
01:01:00A public hearing regarding a dilapidated structure at 412 Northwest 26th Street in the HP landmark district was approved.
Public Hearing on Unsecured Structures
01:02:00A public hearing regarding several unsecured structures was approved.
Public Hearing on Abandoned Buildings
01:02:40A public hearing regarding several abandoned buildings was approved.
Public Hearing on Removal of Properties from Abandoned Building List
01:03:10A public hearing regarding the removal of properties from the abandoned building list was approved.
Resolution for Manuel Perez Park Boundaries
01:03:40A resolution to correct and add 10 acres to the Manuel Perez Park holdings, which was previously omitted from the original map, was unanimously approved.
Claims Recommended for Denial
01:07:00Claims recommended for denial were unanimously approved for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval
01:07:30Claims recommended for approval were unanimously approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Convoy of Hope OKC
Woodson Park, organized by Capitol Hill Assembly of God. Will distribute over a million dollars in food, goods, and services for free, including 80,000 pounds of food, garden supplies, free breast exams, free food, haircuts, and vaccines.
Financial Matters
Revenue Enforcement Program Collections (FY2017)
The program collected approximately $800,000 in FY2017, a 2% increase over the previous year, with hotel tax collections being the highest generator for the first time.
Revenue Enforcement Program Costs (FY2017)
The estimated cost to run the Revenue Enforcement Program for FY2017 was $542,000, resulting in a net revenue of $260,000.
Property Tax Collections (New Initiative)
A new initiative identified 85 properties in Oklahoma County that should have been paying property tax to Oklahoma City, expected to yield approximately $27,000 this year and in future years.
Home Sharing Agreement Remittances
Airbnb is expected to make its first remittances no later than October 15th, following a new home sharing agreement.
Safer Grant for Fire Department
A Safer Grant of $4.7 million was received for the fire department to provide staffing, covering positions for three years with decreasing amounts annually.
August Sales and Use Tax Collection
Sales tax collections for August were up 5.8% over last year, but still 2.2% below August of 2015, indicating the city is still recovering from previous downturns.
Public Comments
Ronnie Kirk inquired about the status of a gate at the 'string of pearls plaque' on 23rd and Sooner Road, which he had previously requested to be removed. He noted the gate was open over the weekend and sought clarification from the council on whether the city had opened it or if it was a mistake. He also mentioned a preferred recreational area on 23rd and Sooner Road.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- August 29th: Public hearing for ordinance on state-mandated fees
- September 12th: Final hearing for ordinance on state-mandated fees
- October 15th: First remittances from Airbnb expected
Watch For
- Further announcements from the City-County Health Department regarding mosquito control and West Nile virus prevention.
- Analysis of cigarette and tobacco tax collections to ensure correct amounts are being assessed.
- Expansion of property tax analysis to Cleveland County.
Announcements
- The City Manager's 30th anniversary with the city is coming up in two days.
- The 2017-2018 Youth Council members were introduced and recognized.
- Citizens are encouraged to visit OKC.gov to review information about upcoming elections concerning roads, police, and fire, and to vote.
- A public service announcement was shared regarding mosquito bite prevention and West Nile virus, advising residents to wear long sleeves, use insect repellent, drain standing water, fix window screens, and avoid Zika-affected areas.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Pastor Doug Servant and Councilman Greenwell.
Recognition of City Manager's 30th Anniversary
Mayor recognized the City Manager's upcoming 30th anniversary and presented him with a pen.
Item 3: Appointments
Series of appointments, including the introduction of the 2017-2018 Youth Council.
Item 4: Journal of Council Proceedings
Receive journal for August 1st and approve journal for July 18th.
Item 5: Request for Uncontested Continuances
Requests for continuances on certain items.
Item 6a: Revocable Permit for Capitol Hill Assembly of God
Request to host the Convoy of Hope OKC event on October 7th at Woodson Park.
Item 6b: Revocable Permit for 3D Seismic Survey
Request to conduct a three-dimensional seismic survey encompassing rights-of-way.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Six items on the OCMFA agenda.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Five items on the OCPPA agenda.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items
Items on the OCEAT agenda.
Consent Docket
Approval of items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket
Approval of items on the concurrence docket.
Item 9a1: Zoning Case (Ward 2, 3033 North May Avenue)
ABC issue zoning case.
Item 9a2: Zoning Case (Ward 7, 2727 Northeast 63rd)
ABC issue zoning case.
Item 9a3: Zoning Case
Zoning case that was withdrawn.
Item 9a4: Zoning Case (Ward 6, 5301 Southwestern Avenue)
ABC issue zoning case.
Item 9a5: Zoning Case (Ward 4, 436 Southwest 59th Street)
ABC issue zoning case.
Item 9a6: Zoning Case (Ward 7, 2844 Northeast 23rd)
Change from R-1 single-family residential to a Planned Unit Development district.
Item 9a7: Zoning Case (Ward 1, 11020 West Memorial)
Create a new PUD for an early childhood education center.
Item 9a8: Zoning Case (Ward 1, 12017 Northwest Expressway)
Create a new SPUD for a Braum's location.
Item 9a9: Zoning Case (Ward 6, 2732 Northwest 20th)
Change from R-2 medium low density to a new SPUD for a garage with an apartment and art studio.
Item 9a10: Zoning Case (Ward 4, 7501 South Shields Boulevard)
Create a new SPUD to allow for signage.
Item 9a11: Zoning Case (Ward 2, Northwest 43rd Street)
Change from R-1 single-family to a new SPUD to address a zoning violation and facilitate a land sale.
Item 9a12: Zoning Case (Ward 7, 4402 and 4404 South Magno Avenue)
Change from R-1 single-family and C-1 neighborhood commercial to a new SPUD.
Item 9b: Ordinance regarding War Acres utility payments
Final hearing for an ordinance concerning War Acres' inability to collect utility payments.
Item 9c: Public Hearing on On-Street Parking Regulations
Public hearing regarding regulations for on-street parking.
Item 9d: Public Hearing on On-Street Parking Fees
Public hearing regarding fees associated with on-street parking.
Item 9e: Introduction of Ordinance for State Mandated Fees
Introduction of an ordinance to increase state-mandated fees collected by the Municipal Court.
Item 9f: Public Hearing regarding Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing concerning several dilapidated structures.
Item 9g1: Public Hearing regarding Dilapidated Structure (Ward 2, 412 Northwest 26th Street)
Public hearing concerning a dilapidated structure in the HP landmark district.
Item 9g2: Public Hearing regarding Dilapidated Structure (Ward 2, 412 Northwest 26th Street)
Second motion related to the dilapidated structure in the HP landmark district.
Item 9h: Public Hearing regarding Unsecured Structures
Public hearing concerning several unsecured structures.
Item 9i: Public Hearing regarding Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing concerning several abandoned buildings.
Item 9j: Public Hearing regarding Removal of Properties from Abandoned Building List
Public hearing concerning the removal of properties from the abandoned building list.
Item 9k: Resolution regarding Manuel Perez Park Boundaries
Resolution to correct and add 10 acres to the Manuel Perez Park holdings.
Item 9l: Executive Session
Motion to not enter executive session.
Item 9m: Executive Session
Motion to not enter executive session.
Item 9n: Executive Session
Motion to not enter executive session.
Item 9o: Executive Session
Motion to move into executive session.
Item 9p: Executive Session
Motion to move into executive session.
Item 9q: Claims Recommended for Denial
Review and approval of claims recommended for denial.
Item 10: Claims Recommended for Approval
Review and approval of claims recommended for approval.
Item 11: Items from Council
Council members shared announcements and information.
City Manager Reports
Presentation on the revenue enforcement program, quarterly investment report, and sales and use tax collection report.
Citizens to be Heard
Opportunity for citizens to address the council.