Meeting Summary
The finance committee convened to hear the final three budget presentations for the upcoming fiscal year from Development Services, Parks and Recreation, and Airport Operations. Discussions covered departmental performance, strategic measures, and financial outlooks, including staffing reductions and capital improvement projects. The budget is scheduled for adoption at the next council meeting.
Upcoming Community Events
Bluff Creek Park Conservation Garden Ribbon Cutting
10:00 AM at 4551 West Hefner Road
Southwest OKC Future Park Desires Listening Session
7:00 PM at Good Shepherd Church
Bluff Creek Park Picnic and Plant Talk
Financial Matters
Development Services Operating Budget
Proposed operating budget of just over $18 million, representing a 2.61% decrease from last year, with a reduction of 11 positions.
Parks and Recreation Budget
Proposed budget of $33,002,000, which is 5.5% below last year. Includes a reduction of 7 vacant positions and deletion of $620,000 in line items. Non-operating budget of $5 million includes partnership dollars and oil and gas revenues.
Civic Center Music Hall Private Event Revenues
Generated $228,000 from private event rentals.
Parks and Recreation Volunteer Hours Value
153,000 volunteer hours contributed, valued at approximately $6.7 million.
Parks and Recreation Revenues (2014 vs. Current)
Revenues increased from over $630,000 in 2014 to $846,000 for a 10-month period currently.
Airport Trust Budget
Total airport charges to tenants and users projected at $52,008,000. Total other revenue projected at $19,232,000. Total budget including carryover and bond proceeds is $116,788,000.
Airport Operating Expenditures
Projected total operating expenditures of $43,655,000.
Airport Capital Outlay
Significant capital outlay projected for next year at $68,311,000.
Consolidated Rental Car Facility
Project cost for the new facility, including eight buses, was approximately $36.6 million.
Airport Check Baggage Inspection System
Project cost for the new baggage system was $16.6 million.
Taxiway CNG Project
Conversion of asphalt pavement to concrete for two major taxiways, costing $8.4 million.
Terminal Expansion Project
Estimated budget for the larger terminal expansion project is $74.8 million.
New Parking and Revenue Control System
Upcoming project to replace the outdated system, estimated to cost about $4 million.
Airport Signage Overhaul
Project to redo all airport signage, estimated at $5 million.
Elevator/Escalator Repairs
Annual budget of approximately $400,000 for prioritizing and repairing 39 elevators, escalators, and moving walkways.
Wiley Post Airfield Improvements
Phase two and three improvements are anticipated to cost $5.8 million and $4.1 million respectively.
Airport Cash Fund Budget
Department's operating account budget is $11,620,000, with 118 assigned positions and minor increases for benefits and city services.
Cost per Enplaned Passenger
Cost per enplaned passenger was $5.84 in FY14 and is projected to drop to $5.53 next year due to a new airline agreement methodology.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Budget for adoption next Tuesday.
- Impact fees coming online over the next six to seven months.
- Capital improvements at Stars and Stripes Sports Complex to begin soon, with new grass for next spring.
- Bids for Military Park expected soon.
- Terminal Expansion Project completion targeted for 2019, pending FAA approval.
- Installation of a new parking and revenue control system at the airport in the next year or so.
- Overhaul of airport signage, with the first phase of design more than halfway complete.
- Prioritization program for elevator and escalator repairs at the airport, with an annual budget of $400,000.
- Phase 2 and 3 of Airfield improvements at Wiley Post Airport.
- Discussion regarding a peer comparison of Council and Mayor salaries.
Announcements
- Praise for the West 10 Auto Show, a successful first step for revitalization.
- Thanks to the Fire Department and Police for handling a significant fire in the Farmers Market area.
- Congratulations to organizers of downtown events including Pro-Am bike races, Y Without Walls, Goodwill's Peace Love and Goodwill, and Classen 10 Pen neighborhood gathering.
- Ribbon cutting for the new Conservation Garden at Bluff Creek Park on Friday, June 10th at 10:00 AM.
- A picnic and plant talk program at Bluff Creek Park on June 17th.
Agenda Summary
Development Services Budget Presentation
Presentation of the Development Services Department's proposed operating budget, mission, lines of business (Animal Welfare, Code Enforcement, Subdivision Zoning, Development Center), and performance indicators, including a 2.61% budget decrease and 11 position reductions.
Parks and Recreation Budget Presentation
Presentation of the Parks and Recreation Department's proposed budget, covering administration, Civic Center Music Hall, grounds management, natural resources, recreation, community partnerships, and capital improvements. The budget reflects a 5.5% decrease and 7 vacant position reductions.
Airport Operations Budget Presentation
Presentation of the Airport Operations Department's budget for Will Rogers World Airport, Wiley Post, and Clarence E. Page airports. Topics included revenue sources, operating expenditures, capital outlay, completed projects (rental car facility, baggage system), and upcoming initiatives (terminal expansion, parking system).