Meeting Summary
The City Council meeting included the installation of the Youth Council, discussions on solid waste services enhancements, and approval of several zoning and administrative items. Key decisions involved advancing the Will Rogers Trail project and initiating a task force to examine state and local revenue structures.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointment of Youth Council
00:20:00The appointment of the Youth Council members for the upcoming year was officially approved by the City Council.
Pioneer Library System Board Appointment
00:20:20An appointment to the Pioneer Library System Board was unanimously approved.
Solid Waste Services Enhancements (96-gallon recycling carts & rural recycling)
00:27:00The City Council approved a three-phase project to enhance solid waste services, including the introduction of 96-gallon recycling containers and a rural recycling initiative. This aims to improve customer satisfaction and move towards a 'pay-per-throw' system in the long term.
Western Avenue Business Improvement District Assessment Role
00:44:00The assessment role for the Western Avenue Business Improvement District was confirmed after a public hearing.
Western Avenue Business Improvement District Ordinance
00:44:30The ordinance making the Western Avenue Business Improvement District official was approved.
Sign Ordinance Alterations
00:45:00Alterations to the city's sign ordinance were approved following a public hearing.
Bricktown Urban Design Commission Recommendation
00:45:30A recommendation from the Bricktown Urban Design Commission was approved after a public hearing.
Dilapidated Structures Public Hearing
00:46:00Items related to dilapidated structures were approved following a public hearing.
Dilapidated Structures in Historic Preservation Landmark District Public Hearing
00:46:30Items concerning dilapidated structures in the historic preservation landmark district were approved after a public hearing.
Unsecured Structures Public Hearing
00:47:00Items regarding unsecured structures were approved following a public hearing.
Abandoned Buildings Public Hearing
00:47:30Items related to abandoned buildings were approved after a public hearing.
Removal of Property from Abandoned Buildings List
00:48:00The removal of property from the abandoned buildings list was approved following a public hearing.
Renaming Quail Creek Park to Berta Fay Rex Park
00:48:30A resolution to rename Quail Creek Park after Berta Fay Rex was approved, recognizing her contributions to the community and her love for the park.
Amendments to Trees and Plants for Oklahoma City Document
00:53:00A resolution to amend the 'Trees and Plants for Oklahoma City' document was approved, incorporating new tree species appropriate for urban applications.
Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Case 1 and 3 for 2016)
01:00:00Two resolutions to amend the comprehensive plan (Plan OKC) were approved, allowing for specific development types in areas previously designated as open space and heavy industrial, respectively.
Claims Recommended for Denial
01:06:00Claims recommended for denial were approved by the Council.
Claims Recommended for Approval
01:06:30Claims recommended for approval were unanimously passed.
Referral of De-annexation Item to Planning Commission
01:07:00A de-annexation item was referred back to the Planning Commission for further review and recommendation.
Acceptance of Municipal Judge Steven Tulson's Resignation
01:07:30The resignation of Municipal Judge Steven Tulson, effective at the end of the year, was accepted.
Establishment of Joint Task Force on State and Local Revenue Structures
01:08:00A resolution requesting the establishment of a Joint Task Force to examine state and local revenue structures was approved, aiming for a more sustainable and steady source of revenue for government services.
Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF (Special Election)
01:23:00The Council approved the filing of a written request for a special election on January 10, 2017, related to collective bargaining with the IAFF, and set publication dates for the resolution.
Upcoming Community Events
Fourth of July Parade (Quail Creek Park)
Organized by Berta Fay Rex, ending at Quail Creek Park with watermelon, fruit, drinks, and a band. Mentioned during the discussion of renaming the park.
Neighborhood Night Out (Musgraves Pennington)
Planning for this event is underway, with expectations of over 200 attendees.
Financial Matters
Solid Waste Services Enhancement Cost Savings
Expected annual savings from Waste Management billings once 100% containerization is achieved through the new recycling program.
Will Rogers Trail Phase 2 Construction Budget
Total construction budget for the second phase of the Will Rogers Trail project.
July Sales Tax and Use Collections
Collections were 0.9% below projections, an improvement from the previous month's 7% deficit.
Public Comments
One citizen raised concerns about fraudulent mechanical inspections for vehicles for hire, citing public safety risks and lack of proper regulation and enforcement by the city. The police chief was asked to look into the matter.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Bid opening for Will Rogers Trail Phase 2: Later this month
- Award of Will Rogers Trail Phase 2 construction contracts: September of this year
- Construction start for Will Rogers Trail Phase 2: October
- Expected completion of Will Rogers Trail Phase 2: June of 2017
- Special Election for IAFF collective bargaining: January 10, 2017
Watch For
- Interim economic outlook update by Russell Evans (scheduled for August 16th)
- Report on vehicle for hire regulations and inspections (to be prepared by staff)
- Final list of GEO bond projects (Spring next year)
Announcements
- Installation of the Youth Council, with two representatives from each ward and two at-large members for the Mayor's office.
- Passing of Senator E. Melvin Porter, the first black State Senator, with services on Saturday at St. John Baptist Church.
- Recognition of Susan Cole's donation of a sea turtle art piece to the new park at Kitchen Lake (119th and Sooner).
- Councilman Shadid raised concerns about the Zika virus, noting the mosquito species responsible is now in Southwestern Oklahoma, and requested an update from the City-County Board of Health.
- Councilman Shadid also requested a review of mayoral and council salaries compared to peer cities.
- Colonel Devin Wooden, Commander of the Will Rogers Air Force Base, was present, job shadowing a council member.
Agenda Summary
Installation of Youth Council
Introduction and installation of youth council members from each ward and at-large.
3A: Appointment of Youth Council
Official approval of the appointed youth council members.
3B: Appointment to Pioneer Library System Board
Approval of an appointment to the Pioneer Library System Board.
4A: Receive Journal for July 19th
Receipt of the journal of council proceedings for July 19th.
4B: Approve Journal for July 5th
Approval of the journal of council proceedings for July 5th.
5: Request for Uncontested Continuances
Requests for deferrals and striking of various items from the concurrent docket.
Revocable Permit for 'One Healthy Bod' 6K
Request for a revocable permit to hold the 'One Healthy Bod' 6K event on August 6th downtown.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Six items under the OCMFA agenda.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Items under the OCPPA agenda.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items
Three items under the OCEAT agenda, including a presentation on solid waste services enhancements.
7Q: Consultant Review Committee Report (Southern Oaks Park)
Receipt of the consultant Review Committee report concerning improvements at Southern Oaks Park.
7AD: Martin Nature Park Improvements
Discussion and update on improvements to Martin Nature Park, including building renovations and accessible trails.
7AE: Will Rogers Trail Phase 2
Presentation and discussion on the second phase of the Will Rogers Trail project.
9A1: Zoning Case (5621 NE 122nd St)
Zoning case in Ward 7 to expand a self-storage facility within a planned unit development.
9A2: Zoning Case (1110 N Kelly)
Zoning case in Ward 7 to allow beer sales in an indoor soccer field within a simplified planned unit development.
9B: Bike Share Program Transition to COTPA
Final hearing for the transition of the Bike Share program to COTPA.
9C: Western Avenue Business Improvement District Assessment Role
Public hearing and confirmation of the assessment role for the Western Avenue Business Improvement District.
9D: Western Avenue Business Improvement District Ordinance
Ordinance to make the Western Avenue Business Improvement District official.
9E: Sign Ordinance Alterations
Public hearing and approval of alterations to the city's sign ordinance.
9F: Bricktown Urban Design Commission Recommendation
Public hearing and approval of a recommendation from the Bricktown Urban Design Commission.
9G: Dilapidated Structures Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding various dilapidated structures.
9H: Dilapidated Structures in Historic Preservation Landmark District Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures in the historic preservation landmark district.
9I: Unsecured Structures Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures.
9J: Abandoned Buildings Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding various abandoned buildings.
9K: Removal of Property from Abandoned Buildings List
Public hearing regarding the removal of property from the abandoned buildings list.
9L: Renaming Quail Creek Park to Berta Fay Rex Park
Resolution to rename Quail Creek Park after Berta Fay Rex.
9M: Amend Trees and Plants for Oklahoma City Document
Resolution to amend the 'Trees and Plants for Oklahoma City' document.
9N1: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Case 1 for 2016)
Resolution to amend the comprehensive plan for a site at NE 122nd and Sooner, changing designation from open space to urban low intensity.
9N2: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Case 3 for 2016)
Resolution to amend the comprehensive plan for a site near Classen and Wilshire, changing designation from heavy industrial to urban low intensity.
9O: Executive Session Item
Item requiring executive session.
9P: Executive Session Item
Item requiring executive session.
9Q1: Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF (Executive Session)
Item related to collective bargaining with the IAFF, requiring executive session.
9Q2: Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF (Executive Session)
Item related to collective bargaining with the IAFF, requiring executive session.
9Q4: Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF (Confirm Delivery)
Acknowledge confirming the delivery of a written request for a special election.
9Q5: Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF (Motion on Specific Date)
Motion on the specific date for the special election.
9Q6: Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF (Election Date)
Motion to set the special election date for January 10, 2017.
9Q7: Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF (Publication Dates)
Motion to set publication dates for the resolution related to the special election.
9R: Claims Recommended for Denial
Approval of claims recommended for denial.
10A: Claims Recommended for Approval
Approval of claims recommended for approval.
11A: Public Hearing on Annexation/De-annexation Committee Item
Public hearing on a de-annexation item, referred to the Planning Commission.
11B: Accept Resignation of Municipal Judge Steven Tulson
Acceptance of the resignation of Municipal Judge Steven Tulson, effective end of year.
11C: Resolution for Joint Task Force on State and Local Revenue Structures
Resolution requesting the establishment of a Joint Task Force to examine state and local revenue structures.