Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several revocable permits for community events, including a 5K race and a land run. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussions and amendments regarding the downtown Maps Tiff project plan, including the creation of new Tiff districts and a budget amendment for various city projects. The council also addressed public comments on Tiff programs and local road maintenance.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointments
02:40:00A series of appointments were unanimously approved by the council.
Journal of Council Proceedings
03:10:00The journal for February 16th was received and the journal for February 9th was approved.
Uncontested Continuances
03:40:00Several requests for uncontested continuances were approved, primarily due to owners securing properties or needing re-notification.
Gatewood Gator 5K Revocable Permit
07:00:00A revocable permit was approved for Gatewood Elementary School to hold the Gatewood Gator 5K on April 2nd to raise funds for playground renovation.
Oklahoma Hall of Fame Land Run Revocable Permit
10:50:00A revocable permit was approved for the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Incorporated to hold the fifth annual Land Run on March 5th, raising funds for scholarships and museum field trips.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority Items
11:40:00Two items for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority were unanimously approved.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Items
12:00:00Two items for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority were unanimously approved.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Claims and Payroll
12:20:00Claims and payroll for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust were unanimously approved.
Consent Docket Considerations
12:40:00The consent docket, including resolutions for Geo bonds and a budget amendment, was unanimously approved.
Concurrence Docket
20:40:00The concurrence docket was unanimously approved.
Metered Parking Issue on West Main (Traffic Commission Item A1)
21:20:00The first item from the Traffic Commission regarding metered parking on West Main was unanimously approved.
Traffic Commission Item A2
21:40:00Traffic Commission Item A2 was unanimously approved.
Traffic Commission Item A3 (L2 Apartments)
21:50:00Traffic Commission Item A3, related to the L2 Apartments, was unanimously approved.
Traffic Commission Item A4
22:00:00Traffic Commission Item A4 was unanimously approved.
Traffic Commission Item A5 (L2 Apartments)
22:10:00Traffic Commission Item A5, related to the L2 Apartments, was unanimously approved.
Traffic Commission Item A6
22:20:00Traffic Commission Item A6 was unanimously approved.
Traffic Commission Item A7 (L2 Apartments)
22:30:00Traffic Commission Item A7, related to the L2 Apartments, was unanimously approved.
Traffic Commission Item A8 (Plaza Court Building Handicap Space)
22:40:00Traffic Commission Item A8, regarding a handicap space at the Plaza Court Building, was unanimously approved.
Amendment to Downtown Maps Tiff Project Plan (9B)
59:00:00The amendment to the downtown Maps Tiff project plan was approved with an 8-1 vote, following extensive discussion and a failed emergency motion.
Amendment to 9C (Tiff District Review Trigger)
01:00:00An amendment was approved to include a review trigger at 150% of the initial budget for Tiff districts, passing 8-1.
Creation of New Court to Shore Tiff District (9C)
01:00:00The resolution for the creation of the new Court to Shore Tiff District, as amended, was approved with an 8-1 vote.
Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures (9D)
01:01:00Items under the public hearing regarding dilapidated structures were unanimously approved.
Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures (9E)
01:01:00Items under the public hearing regarding unsecured structures were unanimously approved.
Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings (9F)
01:02:00Items under the public hearing regarding abandoned buildings were unanimously approved.
Public Hearing Regarding Removal of Property from Abandoned Building List (9G)
01:02:00The resolution for the removal of property from the abandoned building list was unanimously approved.
Resolution to Amend Housing Programs Policy (9H)
01:06:00A resolution to amend the existing Housing Programs policy, aligning it with current HUD regulations and streamlining the document, was unanimously approved.
Executive Session Item 9I
01:06:00Item 9I, extending time on negotiations, was approved without needing an executive session.
Executive Session Item 9J
01:07:00Item 9J, a resolution, was approved without needing an executive session.
Executive Session Item 9K
01:07:00Item 9K, a resolution, was approved without needing an executive session.
Claims Recommended for Denial (9M)
01:08:00Claims recommended for denial were unanimously approved.
Claims Recommended for Approval (10)
01:08:00Claims recommended for approval were unanimously approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Gatewood Gator 5K
Held by Gatewood Elementary School to raise funds for playground renovation. Registration available at www.dgroadracing.com and the school's webpage.
Oklahoma Hall of Fame Land Run
Hosted by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame to raise funds for a statewide scholarship competition and free field trips to the Gaylord Pickens Museum. Registration at oklahoma.com/landrunrace.
Oklahoma Youth Expo
The 101st annual event for kids across the state to show their livestock at the fairgrounds.
Big 12 Women's Basketball Tournament
Oklahoma City will host for the next 5 years.
Big 12 Baseball
Oklahoma City will host for the next 5 years.
NCAA Men's Basketball First and Second Round
Oklahoma City will host.
Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
Olympic Trials for Kayak
Softball World Series
American Ninja Warrior
Oklahoma City selected as a host city, filming at the State Capitol.
Financial Matters
General Obligation Bonds
Resolution to set proposition amounts and establish publication of notice of sale for the final portion of the 2007 authorization, leaving approximately $185 million left to sell.
Capital Improvements Projects Fund Increase (Bricktown Ballpark Scoreboard)
Increase to support the replacement of the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark scoreboard, using fund balance as revenue.
Capital Improvements Projects Fund Increase (Bicentennial Park Improvements)
Increase to support Wi-Fi and electrical infrastructure improvements at Bicentennial Park for the Arts Festival, funded by transfers from the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust.
Capital Improvements Projects Fund Increase (Capitol Hill Library)
Increase to support the expansion and renovation of the Capitol Hill Library, funded by transfers from the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust.
Debt Service Fund Realignment
Routine item to true up estimates with actual ad valorem tax figures received from the county excise board.
Hotel Motel Tax Fund Increase
Increase due to higher than expected revenue in the current fiscal year.
Special Purpose Fund (Railroad Quiet Zone)
Increase in budget authority to expend existing funds for projects like signage and roadway improvements for the railroad quiet zone.
Special Purpose Fund (Return of ODOT Funds)
Return of unexpended funds from a joint project with ODOT, restricted for use like original Geo Bond revenue.
Maps for Kids Fund and Maps 3 Sales Tax Fund Adjustments
Transactions related to the city auditor's audit, primarily concerning the 1% for the Arts program, moving funds back to original tax funds for expenditure.
Internal Service Fund Increase
Related to IT charges to Maps 3 that were refunded by the internal service fund.
Total Budget Amendment
Overall amendment increasing revenue and expenses, bringing the total city budget to $1.27 billion.
Sales Tax Collections Report
Sales tax collections were down this month compared to the prior year, and approximately $5 million below year-to-date projections, but still the second largest February collection on record.
Public Comments
Public comments included support for Tiff amendments from Metro Technology Centers, concerns about Tiff transparency and alleged insider trading from a citizen, and a resident's plea for road maintenance in an older neighborhood.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Introduction of two ordinances on March 22nd for Geo bonds
- Actual sale of Geo bonds on March 29th
- Close of Geo bond sale scheduled for May 17th
Watch For
- Future council resolution to create the first district of the Court to Shore Tiff
- Marine Heffernon's presentation on a future docket
Announcements
- Jeremy Carr, pastor at Oakcliffe Church of the Nazarene, led the invocation and his sons Braxton and Benji led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- The Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) reported strong second-quarter performance with 109 new conventions/meetings booked, representing 96,000 future hotel room nights.
- The CVB highlighted the strength of the equine and livestock market, with new shows and the National Reining Horse Association's international headquarters in Oklahoma City.
- The CVB announced receiving a national Adrian award for their website and a gold medal in the local Addys competition.
- The CVB has become an accredited Bureau of Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI).
- Upcoming major sports events include the Big 12 Women's Basketball Tournament, Big 12 Baseball, NCAA Men's Basketball, OKC Memorial Marathon, Olympic Trials for Kayak, Softball World Series, and American Ninja Warrior.
- Councilman Larry McAtee reported on a trip to Phoenix to study economic development and transportation, expressing continued optimism for Oklahoma City's progress.
- Councilman Pete White mentioned a meeting with the Hispanic community regarding the Manuel Perez Park and potential name changes for other parks.
- Councilman Meg Salyer reiterated positive feelings about Oklahoma City's momentum after the Phoenix trip, noting potential collaborations with higher learning institutions.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Appointments
A series of appointments to various city boards and commissions.
Item 4A: Receive Journal for February 16th
To officially receive the minutes of the council meeting held on February 16th.
Item 4B: Approve Journal for February 9th
To officially approve the minutes of the council meeting held on February 9th.
Item 5: Request for Uncontested Continuances
Requests to strike or re-notify several items on the agenda due to various reasons such as owners securing properties.
Item 6A: Revocable Permit for Gatewood Elementary School
Request to hold the Gatewood Gator 5K on April 2nd to raise funds for playground renovation.
Item 6B: Right-of-Way Use Permit for Oklahoma Hall of Fame Incorporated
Request to hold the fifth annual Oklahoma Hall of Fame Land Run on March 5th to raise funds for scholarships and museum field trips.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority Items
Two items presented to the Municipal Facilities Authority.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Items
Two items presented to the Public Property Authority.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Claims and Payroll
Claims and payroll for the Environmental Assistance Trust.
Consent Docket Considerations
Includes resolutions authorizing Geo bonds and a budget amendment for various city projects.
Concurrence Docket
Items for which a single vote is taken after all items have been reviewed.
Item 9A1: Metered Parking Issue on West Main
A traffic commission item regarding metered parking.
Item 9A2: Traffic Commission Item
A traffic commission item.
Item 9A3: Traffic Commission Item (L2 Apartments)
A traffic commission item related to the L2 Apartments.
Item 9A4: Traffic Commission Item
A traffic commission item.
Item 9A5: Traffic Commission Item (L2 Apartments)
A traffic commission item related to the L2 Apartments.
Item 9A6: Traffic Commission Item
A traffic commission item.
Item 9A7: Traffic Commission Item (L2 Apartments)
A traffic commission item related to the L2 Apartments.
Item 9A8: Traffic Commission Item (Plaza Court Building Handicap Space)
A traffic commission item regarding a handicap space at the Plaza Court Building.
Item 9B: Continued Part of the Project Plan for Downtown Maps Tiff
Amendment to the downtown Maps Tiff project plan, including increasing budget categories, expanding project area, and changing allocation methodology for indirect increment.
Item 9C: Creation of the New Court to Shore Tiff District
Resolution for the creation of six separate tax increment financing districts under one project plan, with an amendment for a review trigger.
Item 9D: Public Hearing Regarding Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing concerning properties identified as dilapidated structures.
Item 9E: Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures
Public hearing concerning properties identified as unsecured structures.
Item 9F: Public Hearing Regarding Abandoned Buildings
Public hearing concerning properties identified as abandoned buildings.
Item 9G: Public Hearing Regarding the Removal of Property from Abandoned Building List
Public hearing concerning the removal of two properties from the abandoned building list.
Item 9H: Resolution to Amend the Existing Housing Programs Policy
Resolution to amend the policy to conform with current HUD regulations and guidelines, applying to city housing rehab programs.
Item 9I: Executive Session Item
Extends the time on negotiations.
Item 9J: Executive Session Item
Resolution to be passed.
Item 9K: Executive Session Item
Resolution to be approved.
Item 9L: Executive Session Item
Item requiring discussion in executive session.
Item 9M: Claims Recommended for Denial
Claims that have been recommended for denial.
Item 10: Claims Recommended for Approval
Claims that have been recommended for approval.