Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the contract for the new MAPS 3 modern streetcars with Brookville, noting reduced technical risk and an accelerated delivery schedule. A contentious zoning case for 4917 Northwestern Avenue was deferred for one week to allow neighborhood input on proposed amendments regarding interim property use. The 40th anniversary of the Action Center was celebrated, highlighting its role in citizen services.
Key Decisions & Votes
Zoning Case W2 (2917 NW 29th St)
23:00Approved the rezoning from R1 single family residential to R2 medium low residential to allow for the construction of two duplexes.
Zoning Case W8 (360 NW 164th St)
39:00Approved the rezoning from an existing PUD to a new PUD for a townhome project, addressing neighbor concerns regarding access and building height.
Zoning Case W2 (4917 Northwestern Ave)
1:15:00The request to rezone from C3 Community Commercial and R1 single family residential to a new PUD was tabled for one week to allow further neighborhood discussion on proposed amendments.
Zoning Case W6 (1313 Northwestern Ave)
1:17:00Approved the rezoning from C4 General Commercial and R3 medium density to a new SPUD for a three-story development, contributing to the new 'Makers District.'
Zoning Case W7 (10301 N Midwest City Blvd)
1:19:00Approved the rezoning from AA agricultural to a new SPUD to permit the division of an existing 5-acre lot into two 2.5-acre lots for single-family residences.
MAPS 3 Modern Street Cars Contract
1:58:00Adopted the contract with Brookville for the new MAPS 3 modern streetcars, noting reduced technical risk and an accelerated delivery schedule.
Upcoming Community Events
Code Enforcement Workshop
Civic Center Hall of Mirrors, 5:30 PM (program at 6:00 PM)
Financial Matters
Solid Waste Collection Contract Renewal
Renewal of the contract with Waste Management for solid waste collection, including curbside recycling and bulk waste.
N Pennsylvania Avenue Widening Contract
Contract awarded to Atlas Paving Company for widening N Pennsylvania Avenue from 192nd Street to the city limits.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
Funding agreement for the rehabilitation of buildings at the Care Center.
MAPS 3 Streetcar Battery Replacement
Estimated cost for replacing battery packs on streetcar vehicles every five years.
Sales Tax Collections (March)
Report on sales tax collections for March compared to last year and year-to-date.
Public Comments
Pat King raised concerns about Echer Boulevard, a road in Ward 7, which residents believed was public but was reclassified as private by the county, leading to dangerous conditions and lack of maintenance despite residents paying over $70,000 annually in taxes. Public Works explained the historical easement issue. Joe Sarge Nelson made accusations of fraudulent property sales to the city related to MAPS projects and alleged a council member profited, which the Mayor strongly refuted.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Zoning case for 4917 Northwestern Avenue (deferred for one week).
Deadlines
- First option for a sixth streetcar vehicle can be exercised within 90 days.
Watch For
- National tennis events in Oklahoma City in 2017 at Will Rogers Park.
- More information on solid waste service alternatives to be presented in a couple of months.
- Wastewater operations contract (Item 8H) to be brought back next week on the consent docket.
- Code Enforcement Workshop on May 5th at the Civic Center Hall of Mirrors, starting at 5:30 PM (program at 6:00 PM).
Announcements
- James Dunar is the new pastor at Cle Memorial CME Church.
- The Parks Department was recognized and awarded Tree City USA status by Oklahoma Forestry Services and the Arbor Day Foundation.
- A ribbon cutting was held at Will Rogers Park for the new indoor tennis center, which includes the 'First Serve' program for underprivileged children. National tennis events are hinted for 2017.
- Condolences were expressed for the tragedy in Belgium and the passing of oil titan Lou Ward.
- The Action Center celebrated its 40th anniversary, recognizing its staff and its role in providing citizen services.
Agenda Summary
Item 4A: Journal of Council Proceedings
Receive the journal for March 15th.
Item 4B: Journal of Council Proceedings
Approve the journal for March 8th.
Item 5: Request for Uncontested Continuances
Consideration of several items for striking or deferral, including a wastewater operations contract and various property-related items.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Consideration of three items under the OCMFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Consideration of three items under the OCPPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items
Presentation and consideration of a new contract for solid waste collection with Waste Management.
Consent Docket
Consideration of various items including a paving contract for N Pennsylvania Avenue and a funding agreement for the Care Center.
Item 8: Concurrence Docket
Consideration of multiple items originating from the Water Trust.
Item 9A1: Zoning Case W2
Rezoning at 2917 Northwest 29th Street from R1 single family residential to R2 medium low residential.
Item 9A2: Zoning Case W8
Rezoning at 360 Northwest 164th Street from an existing PUD to a new PUD.
Item 9A3: Zoning Case W2
Rezoning at 4917 Northwestern Avenue from C3 Community Commercial and R1 single family residential to a new PUD.
Item 9A4: Zoning Case W6
Rezoning at 1313 Northwestern Avenue from C4 General Commercial and R3 medium density to a new SPUD.
Item 9A5: Zoning Case W7
Rezoning at 10301 North Midwest City Boulevard from AA agricultural to a new SPUD.
Item 9B: Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures
Consideration of properties identified as dilapidated structures.
Item 9C: Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures
Consideration of properties identified as unsecured structures, with owners presenting plans for securing them.
Item 9D: Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings
Consideration of properties identified as abandoned buildings.
Item 9E: Public Hearing Regarding Removal of Properties from Abandoned Building List
Consideration of properties to be removed from the abandoned building list.
Item 9F: Resolution to Approve Contract for MAPS 3 Modern Street Cars
Presentation and approval of the contract with Brookville for the new MAPS 3 modern streetcars.
Item 9G: Claims Recommended for Denial
Consideration of claims recommended for denial.
Item 10: Claims Recommended for Approval
Consideration of claims recommended for approval.
Item 11A: Executive Session
Motion to move into executive session to discuss employment of the judge.