Meeting Summary
The city council meeting included a proclamation for Jazzfest Week and recognized Elizabeth Edgehati as Teacher of the Month. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed presentation and discussion on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts, their history, and future plans. The council also introduced an ordinance amendment regarding panhandling, which generated considerable public comment and debate.
Key Decisions & Votes
Jazzfest Week Proclamation
00:05:00Mayor Mick Cornett proclaimed September 21st through 26th, 2015, as Jazzfest Week in Oklahoma City, celebrating the city's jazz history and contributions.
Teacher of the Month Recognition
00:12:00Elizabeth Edgehati was recognized as the September 2015 Teacher of the Month by the Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
Appointments to Boards and Commissions
00:21:00Council voted on appointments, with one appointment (Larry Nichols to Aura) passing 8-1 after a council member raised concerns about concentrated power and potential conflicts of interest.
Revocable Permit for AIDS Walk and 5K Red Run
00:27:00A permit was approved for the 17th annual AIDS Walk and 7th annual 5K Red Run to be held on September 20th in Ward 6.
Revocable Permit for Jim Thorpe Courage Run
00:29:00A permit was approved for the 11th annual Jim Thorpe Courage Run (5K and 10K) to be held on October 4th in Wards 6 and 7.
Revocable Permit for JDRF One Walk
00:31:00A permit was approved for the JDRF One Walk, an annual fundraiser for Type 1 Diabetes research, to be held on September 19th in Ward 7.
Revocable Permit for Run Runtoberfest
00:33:00A permit was approved for the Red Coyote Running and Fitness Club to hold Run Runtoberfest on October 4th in Ward 2.
Revocable Permit for Rosary and St. Francis October Fest
00:35:00A permit was approved for the 27th annual Rosary and St. Francis October Fest, a school fundraiser, to be held on October 4th in Ward 6.
Revocable Permit for Carne Diem Chili Cook-off
00:37:00A permit was approved for VI Marketing and Branding to hold their annual Carne Diem chili cook-off and street party on October 23rd, benefiting United Way.
Zoning Case 9A (9321 South Santa Fe Avenue)
01:06:00The zoning for 9321 South Santa Fe Avenue was changed from AA agricultural to R1 residential, with the development expected to bring city sewer to the area.
Zoning Case 9C (16th and McKinley)
01:07:00A mixed-use development at 16th and McKinley, consisting of 17 rental apartments and 3,000 sq ft of retail, was approved after significant concessions were made to address neighborhood concerns.
Zoning Case 9D1 (Closing South Douglas Road)
01:19:00A resolution to close a portion of South Douglas Road in Ward 5 was approved.
Zoning Case 9D2 (Closing 20th Street)
01:20:00A resolution to close 20th Street between North Eagle Lane and Davis Avenue was approved to allow PC West to connect their campus.
Zoning Case 9D3 (Closing Fire Lane Easement)
01:21:00A resolution to close a fire lane easement in Ward 7 was approved.
Zoning Case 9D4 (Closing Easements in Ward 5)
01:22:00A resolution to close several easements in Ward 5 was approved to facilitate new retail development along I-240.
Zoning Case 9D5 (Closing Easements in Ward 4)
01:23:00A resolution to close several easements in Ward 4 was approved.
Council Schedule for 2016
01:23:00The council schedule for 2016 was approved.
Fishing Ordinances Compliance
01:24:00An ordinance to bring fishing ordinances into compliance with state law was approved.
Hotel/Motel Guest Registry Ordinance Amendment
01:25:00An ordinance amendment regarding hotel/motel guest registries, necessitated by a US Supreme Court case, was introduced for future public hearing and vote.
Dilapidated Structures Public Hearing
01:29:00Items under the public hearing for dilapidated structures were approved.
Unsecured Structures Public Hearing
01:30:00Items under the public hearing for unsecured structures were approved.
Abandoned Buildings Public Hearing
01:30:00Items under the public hearing for abandoned buildings were approved.
Removal of Properties from Abandoned Buildings List
01:31:00Items for the removal of properties from the abandoned buildings list were approved.
TIF 10 Resolution (Rescind TIF Review Committees)
01:31:00A resolution to rescind the previous resolution establishing two TIF review committees was approved, to create one project plan for the Core to Shore TIF district.
TIF 10 Companion Item
01:59:00A companion item related to the TIF 10 resolution was approved.
Item 9O (Unspecified)
01:59:00Item 9O was approved without requiring an executive session.
Claims Recommended for Denial
02:00:00Claims recommended for denial were approved.
Claims Recommended for Approval
02:00:00Claims recommended for approval were approved.
Panhandling Ordinance Amendment Introduction
02:15:00An ordinance amendment to add a definition of 'median' to prohibited soliciting locations and repeal permit exceptions was introduced for a public hearing on September 29th.
Upcoming Community Events
OKC Jazz Fest
To take place in the arts, film, Midtown, Boathouse, and Bricktown Entertainment Districts, honoring Dr. Kent Kiddwell and featuring David Benois.
AIDS Walk and 5K Red Run
17th annual AIDS Walk and 7th annual 5K Red Run in Ward 6, starting and ending at Myriad Gardens.
Jim Thorpe Courage Run
11th annual 5K and 10K run, including a wheelchair division, in Wards 6 and 7. Information at integrismok.com.
JDRF One Walk
Annual walk to raise funds for Type 1 Diabetes research, starting at Bricktown Ballpark in Ward 7.
Run Runtoberfest
Third annual fall fitness festival hosted by Red Coyote Running and Fitness, starting at Chesapeake campus and finishing in Classen Curve Shopping Center in Ward 2.
Rosary and St. Francis October Fest
27th annual event at St. Francis of Assisi and Rosary School, including a two-mile fun run and mini carnival, in Ward 6. Information at rosaryschool.com.
Carne Diem Chili Cook-off
Annual chili cook-off and street party on Park Avenue from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM, benefiting United Way.
Neighbors Night Out
94 registered parties across the city for neighbors to gather and promote community safety.
Financial Matters
Dog Food Donation to Animal Shelter
Shawnee Milling donated 100 tons of dog food, valued at approximately $75,000, to the city's animal shelter.
Budget Amendment
A budget amendment totaling $15.1 million was presented, including $3.1 million for purchase order rollovers, $8 million for street improvements from the general fund, $2.5 million for capital improvement projects, $22,000 for the Adventure District BID, and $600,000 for storm water drainage utility for May Avenue dam repairs and Oklahoma River maintenance building.
TIF 2 Budget Amendment
Proposed amendment to the downtown MAPS TIF 2 budget to increase allocations for residential development ($5M), hotel/commercial ($15M), public schools ($9M), and other taxing jurisdictions ($3M), clarifying that public school funds are for I-89 only and other public development for city projects.
Public Comments
Public comments were primarily focused on two main topics: the proposed panhandling ordinance and the request to change Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day. Speakers on panhandling expressed concerns about public safety, the effectiveness of fines, and the need for social services, while those advocating for Indigenous People's Day highlighted historical atrocities and the importance of cultural recognition.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 9B (Zoning Case) deferred until September 29th
- Item 9N (Unspecified) deferred until September 29th
- Next CVB presentation deferred to next council meeting
Deadlines
- Public hearing for panhandling ordinance amendment: September 29th
- Final vote for panhandling ordinance amendment: October 13th
- Public hearing for hotel/motel guest registry ordinance amendment: September 29th
- Final vote for hotel/motel guest registry ordinance amendment: October 13th
Watch For
- Detailed project plan for Core to Shore TIF district
- Presentation on city-county health department partnership for health education facility
- Report on feasibility of signal prioritization for bus system and streetcar
Announcements
- Marilyn Morel, Mayor of Arcadia, passed away.
- Ward 7 Councilman in Lawton, Oklahoma, passed away.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Pastor Deborah Todd of Village Christian Church led the invocation, followed by Councilman Grinder leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
Proclamation: Jazzfest Week
Mayor Mick Cornett proclaimed September 21st-26th, 2015, as Jazzfest Week, recognizing the festival's contributions and honoring Dr. Kent Kiddwell.
Teacher of the Month Recognition
Elizabeth Edgehati was recognized as the September 2015 Teacher of the Month for her work at Wilson Arts Integration Elementary.
Item 3: Appointments to Boards and Commissions
Council voted on appointments, with one appointment (Larry Nichols to Aura) passing 8-1 after discussion.
Item 4A: Receive Journal for September 1st
The journal of council proceedings for September 1st was received.
Item 4B: Approve Journal for August 18th
The journal of council proceedings for August 18th was approved.
Item 5: Request for Uncontested Continuances
Several items were requested to be stricken from the agenda due to re-notification needs or secured properties.
Item 6A: Revocable Permit for AIDS Walk and 5K Red Run
A permit was approved for the 17th annual AIDS Walk and 7th annual 5K Red Run on September 20th.
Item 6B: Revocable Permit for Jim Thorpe Courage Run
A permit was approved for the 11th annual Jim Thorpe Courage Run on October 4th.
Item 6C: Revocable Permit for JDRF One Walk
A permit was approved for the JDRF One Walk on September 19th.
Item 6D: Revocable Permit for Run Runtoberfest
A permit was approved for the Red Coyote Running and Fitness Club to hold Run Runtoberfest on October 4th.
Item 6E: Revocable Permit for Rosary and St. Francis October Fest
A permit was approved for the 27th annual Rosary and St. Francis October Fest on October 4th.
Item 6F: Revocable Permit for Carne Diem Chili Cook-off
A permit was approved for VI Marketing and Branding to hold their annual Carne Diem chili cook-off on October 23rd.
MFA Items A-F
Items A through F of the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority were approved.
MFA Item G
Item G of the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority was moved into executive session.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority Items
All items for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority were approved.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Items
All four items for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust were approved.
Consent Docket
The consent docket, including a presentation on a dog food donation and a budget amendment, was approved.
Concurrence Docket
The concurrence docket was approved.
Item 9A: Zoning Case (9321 South Santa Fe Avenue)
Zoning change from AA agricultural to R1 residential for 9321 South Santa Fe Avenue.
Item 9B: Zoning Case
Zoning case deferred until September 29th.
Item 9C: Zoning Case (16th and McKinley)
Final hearing for an ordinance regarding a mixed-use development at 16th and McKinley.
Item 9D1: Closing Portion of South Douglas Road
Resolution to close a portion of South Douglas Road in Ward 5.
Item 9D2: Closing 20th Street
Resolution to close 20th Street between North Eagle Lane and Davis Avenue.
Item 9D3: Closing Fire Lane Easement
Resolution to close a fire lane easement in Ward 7.
Item 9D4: Closing Easements in Ward 5
Resolution to close several easements in Ward 5 for new retail development.
Item 9D5: Closing Easements in Ward 4
Resolution to close several easements in Ward 4.
Item 9E: Council Schedule for 2016
Resolution to set the council schedule for 2016.
Item 9F: Public Hearing (Fishing Ordinances)
Public hearing for an ordinance to bring fishing ordinances into compliance with state law.
Item 9G: Ordinance Amendment (Hotel/Motel Guest Registry)
Introduction of an ordinance amendment regarding hotel/motel guest registries.
Item 9H: Public Hearing (Dilapidated Structures)
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures.
Item 9I: Public Hearing (Unsecured Structures)
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures.
Item 9J: Public Hearing (Abandoned Buildings)
Public hearing regarding abandoned buildings.
Item 9K: Public Hearing (Removal from Abandoned Buildings List)
Public hearing regarding removal of properties from the abandoned buildings list.
Item 9L: Resolution (TIF 10)
Resolution to rescind the previous resolution establishing two TIF review committees, to create one project plan for the Core to Shore TIF district.
Item 9M: Companion Item (TIF 10)
Companion item to the TIF 10 resolution.
Item 9N
Item deferred until September 29th.
Item 9O
Item 9O was approved without requiring an executive session.
Item 9P: Companion Item (MFA)
Companion item from the MFA was moved into executive session.
Item 9Q
Item 9Q was moved into executive session.
Item 9R: Claims Recommended for Denial
Claims recommended for denial were approved.
Item 10: Claims Recommended for Approval
Claims recommended for approval were approved.
Item 11A: Ordinance Amendment (Panhandling)
Introduction of an ordinance amendment to add 'median' to prohibited soliciting locations and repeal permit exceptions.
City Manager Reports (CVB Update)
Mike Kury from the Convention and Visitors Bureau presented an update on fiscal year 2015 activities, highlighting increased sales leads, definite bookings, and tourism sales.
Citizens to be Heard
Public comments were heard on various topics, including a zoning case, panhandling ordinance, and the proposal to change Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day.