Meeting Summary
The City Council meeting included several proclamations recognizing community achievements and events, such as the Charlie Christian International Music Festival and the Putnam City West boys basketball team's state championship. Key discussions involved the allocation of bond funds for a mid-block traffic signal and the city's active transportation planning initiatives. The council also addressed various zoning cases and financial matters, including a significant land purchase for downtown development.
Key Decisions & Votes
Journal of Council Proceedings
00:30:00The journal for May 3rd and 10th was received, and the journal for April 26th was approved unanimously.
Revocable Permit for Cathy's Market
00:33:00A revocable permit was approved for Cathy's Market on Paseo, to be held on May 28th, 29th, and 30th, in memory of Cathy Ono.
Revocable Permit for Myriad Gardens Father's Day 5K
00:35:00A revocable permit was approved for Ultimac Sports to hold the Myriad Gardens Father's Day 5K on Sunday, June 19th, at 7:30 AM.
Centennial Land Run Monument Sculpture Installation
00:37:00The Oklahoma City Public Property Authority approved the installation of the 38th sculpture for the Centennial Land Run Monument, a Horse and Rider falling down, marking a significant milestone in the project.
Allocation of Bond Funds for Tower Theatre Traffic Signal
00:48:00A request to allocate $100,000 in unlisted bond funds for a mid-block traffic signalized crossing near the Tower Theatre was deferred for two weeks to gather more information on cost estimates and contract negotiations.
Zoning Case 9 A1 (10600 NW 21st St)
01:17:00A zoning case to rezone 10600 Northwest 21st Street from R2 to a new PUD, maintaining R2 density but adding architectural requirements, was approved unanimously.
Zoning Case 9 A3 (3720 N Pen)
01:18:00A zoning case to rezone 3720 North Penn from O2 and R4 to a new SPUD was approved unanimously with no protests.
Zoning Case 9 A4 (5120 S Cimmaron Rd)
01:19:00A zoning case to rezone 5120 South Cimmaron Road from AA Agricultural to a new Simplified Planned Unit Development for an agricultural tourism venue was approved unanimously.
Zoning Case 9 A5 (82000 NW 10th St)
01:23:00A zoning case to rezone 82000 Northwest 10th Street from R4 General Residential to a new SPUD for a storage warehouse was approved unanimously.
Amendment to Master Design Statement (9B)
01:24:00An amendment to a master design statement for a gated community targeting empty nesters with high-end units was approved unanimously.
PUD in Ward 7 (9C)
01:29:00A PUD in Ward 7 was deferred for two weeks to allow the applicant and protester to discuss the project.
Amendment to Master Design (9D)
01:30:00An amendment to a master design in Ward 7 was initially deferred but then reconsidered and approved after the applicant and protester resolved their issues.
Amendment to General Schedule of Fees (Item E)
01:35:00An amendment to the general schedule of fees was introduced to establish a $40/hour usage rate for two large rooms at the Central Maintenance Facility, with a public hearing set for May 31st.
Amendment to General Schedule of Fees (Item F)
01:37:00An amendment to the general schedule of fees was introduced to establish a $175 application fee for the sidewalk replacement program, with a public hearing set for May 31st.
Public Hearing on Dilapidated Structures (9G)
01:42:00All items under the public hearing for dilapidated structures were approved unanimously.
Public Hearing on Unsecured Structures (9H)
01:42:00All items under the public hearing for unsecured structures were approved unanimously.
Public Hearing on Abandoned Buildings (9I)
01:43:00All items under the public hearing for abandoned buildings were approved unanimously.
Public Hearing on Removal from Abandoned Buildings List (9J)
01:43:00All items under the public hearing for removal of property from the abandoned buildings list were approved unanimously.
Resolution for OKC Redevelopment Authority Funds (9K)
01:44:00A resolution was approved to use funds from the Oklahoma City Redevelopment Authority's Economic Development Fund to purchase land in the Core to Shore area for potential Convention Center Hotel development and related due diligence.
Resolution 9M
01:49:00Resolution 9M was approved unanimously.
Resolution 9N
01:49:00Resolution 9N was approved unanimously.
Resolution 9O
01:50:00Resolution 9O was approved unanimously.
Resolution 9P
01:50:00Resolution 9P was approved unanimously.
Clerical Error Correction (9R)
01:51:00A motion to approve the correction of a clerical error regarding payment was approved unanimously.
Claims Recommended for Denial (9S)
01:52:00Claims recommended for denial, with item S1E struck, were approved unanimously.
Claims Recommended for Approval (10A)
01:52:00Claims recommended for approval were passed unanimously.
Expenses for Councilman MC and Pettis (11A)
01:53:00Expenses for Councilman MC and Pettis to attend the National League of Cities event in Kansas City were approved unanimously.
Upcoming Community Events
Charlie Christian International Music Festival
Celebrating Charlie Christian's Centennial birthday with music workshops and special recognition programs. Outdoor festival location is the vacant lot across from the downtown YMCA at NW 3rd and 4th and Broadway.
Cathy's Market on Paseo
15th annual market with approximately 85-90 vendors, dedicated in memory of Cathy Ono.
Myriad Gardens Father's Day 5K
7:30 AM, starting at the Myriad Botanical Gardens, running through Heritage Hills. Includes a fun mile for kids.
Public Works Week
Recognizing the dedicated efforts of Public Works professionals.
Bike to Work Day
Five organized rides coming downtown, with activities and possibly breakfast at the Myriad Gardens around 7:30 AM.
Ward 8 Parks Workshop
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Church of the Servant, discussing Capital Improvements for Ward 8 parks.
Financial Matters
Unlisted Bond Funds for Tower Theatre Traffic Signal
Proposed allocation of funds for a mid-block traffic signalized crossing near the Tower Theatre, deferred for further cost assessment.
Central Maintenance Facility Room Usage Fee
Proposed fee for the use of two large rooms at the Central Maintenance Facility by other city offices and outside agencies.
Sidewalk Replacement Program Application Fee
Proposed one-time application fee for the sidewalk replacement program to account for staff time in evaluating requests.
OKC Redevelopment Authority Economic Development Fund
Accumulated funds from the Skirvin Hilton Hotel lease/loan payments, proposed for the purchase of land in the Core to Shore area for downtown development and Convention Center Hotel due diligence.
Streetcar Route Funding
Funding for the new streetcar route, with some council members voting against due to concerns about additional money allocation.
Public Comments
One citizen spoke, expressing appreciation and support for law enforcement officers, particularly in light of recent events, and emphasizing the importance of respecting their service and the badge.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Allocation of $100,000 in unlisted bond funds for a mid-block traffic signalized crossing near the Tower Theatre (deferred for two weeks).
- PUD in Ward 7 (deferred for two weeks).
Deadlines
- Public hearing for Central Maintenance Facility room usage fee: May 31st
- Public hearing for sidewalk replacement program application fee: May 31st
- Adoption of Central Maintenance Facility room usage fee: June 14th
Watch For
- Revised settlement negotiation for item 9 L1 (Page 22) anticipated on May 31st.
- Additional funds for the sidewalk replacement program in the upcoming budget presentation.
- Finalist selection for the Convention Center Hotel development in the coming months.
Announcements
- Proclamation of June 2nd-5th as Charlie Christian International Music Festival Week in Oklahoma City.
- Recognition of Putnam City West High School boys basketball team for winning the Class 6A State Championship.
- Proclamation of May 15th-21st as Public Works Week in Oklahoma City.
- Bike to Work Day is this Friday, with organized rides and activities.
- Ward 8 Parks Workshop on May 26th to discuss Capital Improvements for parks.
- Sad news of the passing of Dr. Dennis Porters, Associate Superintendent of Metro Technology Center.
Agenda Summary
4A
Receive the journal for May 3rd and 10th.
4B
Approve the journal for April 26th.
5
Requests for uncontested continuances and striking of items where owners secured properties.
6A
Revocable permit for Cathy's Market on Paseo.
6B
Revocable permit for Ultimac Sports to hold the Myriad Gardens Father's Day 5K.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OC MFA) Items
Five items for consideration by the OC MFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OC PPA) Item C
Presentation on the Centennial Land Run Monument sculpture installation.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Claims and Payroll
Claims and payroll for the OCEAT.
Consent Docket (Bulk Items)
Approval of the majority of consent docket items, excluding specific items requested for separate vote.
Consent Docket Item BB
Specific item from the consent docket voted on separately.
Consent Docket Item AR
Specific item from the consent docket related to streetcar funding.
Consent Docket Item BA
Specific item from the consent docket related to streetcar funding.
Concurrence Docket Items
All items on the concurrence docket.
9 A1
Zoning case in Ward 1 at 10600 Northwest 21st Street (R2 to new PUD).
9 A2
Zoning case deferred until May 31st.
9 A3
Zoning case in Ward 2 at 3720 North Penn (O2 and R4 to new SPUD).
9 A4
Zoning case in Ward 3 at 5120 South Cimmaron Road (AA Agricultural to new SPUD).
9 A5
Zoning case in Ward 1 at 82000 Northwest 10th Street (R4 General Residential to new SPUD).
9B
Amendment to a master design statement in Ward 5.
9C
PUD in Ward 7.
9D
Amendment to a master design in Ward 7.
9E
Introduction of an amendment to the general schedule of fees for Central Maintenance Facility room usage.
9F
Introduction of an amendment to the general schedule of fees for the sidewalk replacement program application fee.
9G
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures.
9H
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures.
9I
Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings.
9J
Public hearing regarding the removal of property from the abandoned buildings list.
9K
Resolution from the trustees of the Oklahoma City Redevelopment Authority.
9L
Item struck from the agenda.
9M
Resolution requiring approval.
9N
Resolution requiring approval.
9O
Resolution requiring approval.
9P
Resolution requiring approval.
9Q
Item moved to Executive Session.
9R
Correction of a clerical error.
9S
Claims recommended for denial (item S1E struck).
10A
Claims recommended for approval.
11A
Expenses of Councilman MC and Pettis to attend the National League of Cities event.