Meeting Summary
The City Council voted to rescind the prior authorization for the acquisition of the Convention Center site, opening the door for new site evaluations due to high valuation and potential public ownership requirements. Several revocable permits for community runs and various zoning changes were approved, including a controversial nightclub. An ordinance to revise Parks and Recreation fees was introduced, and a bike ordinance with a maximum $500 fine for riding between cars was approved.
Key Decisions & Votes
Teacher of the Month Recognition
Resolution commending Paula McCullough from Mustang Public Schools as March 2015 Teacher of the Month.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Approval of the Journal of council proceedings for February 24, 2015.
Revocable Permit for Go Girl Run
Permit granted to Friends of Multi-Sport for the Go Girl Run U.S. Track and Field sanctioned event on West Sheridan on March 22nd.
Revocable Permit for Oklahoma Heritage Land Run
Permit granted to Oklahoma Heritage Association for the Oklahoma Heritage Land Run on March 28th.
Revocable Permit for Earlywine Dash
Permit granted to YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City for the Earlywine Dash on March 22nd.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Three items under the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority were approved.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (PPA) Items
Two items under the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority were approved.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Claims and Payroll
Claims and payroll for the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust were approved.
Consent Docket
The consent docket, including discussions on water utility base repair, avionics easements, and Tiff funds for Criterion Event Center, was approved.
Concurrence Docket
The concurrence docket, including water utilities trust and maps for kids items, was approved.
Ordinance for ABC License in PUD (14221 N Pennsylvania Ave)
Final hearing ordinance for an ABC license for a restaurant in a PUD in Ward 8 was approved.
PUD 1570 Zoning Change (16500 Southwestern)
Zoning change from agricultural to PUD 1570 in Ward 5 was approved.
SPUD 799 Zoning Change (3007 SW 59th St)
Zoning change from C3 Community Commercial to SPUD 799 for a mini storage facility in Ward 3 was approved.
SPUD 800 Zoning Change (1725 NW 16th St)
Zoning change from neighborhood business and Urban Design District to SPUD 800 for Lyric Theater in Ward 6 was approved.
SPUD 801 Zoning Change (12100 N May Ave)
Zoning change from C3 Community Commercial to SPUD 801 for a nightclub in a shopping mall in Ward 2 was approved after discussion of neighborhood concerns.
SPUD 802 Zoning Change (1776-21 S Pennsylvania)
Zoning change from O2 General Office District to SPUD 802 for limited retail in Ward 5 was approved, with modifications to address neighbor concerns.
SPUD 807 Zoning Change (801 N Cemetery Rd)
Zoning change from AAA agricultural to SPUD 807 for personal storage in Ward 3 was approved, following amendments to address neighbor concerns.
Parks and Recreation Department Fee Schedule Ordinance
Ordinance to introduce and set for public hearing a revised schedule of fees for the Parks and Recreation Department was moved forward.
Public Hearing on Dilapidated Structures
Items under the public hearing for dilapidated structures were approved.
Public Hearing on Unsecured Structures
Items under the public hearing for unsecured structures were approved.
Public Hearing on Abandoned Buildings
Items under the public hearing for abandoned buildings were approved.
Rescission of Convention Center Real Estate Acquisition Authorization
Resolution rescinding prior authorization for the acquisition and use of real estate for the Convention Center was approved.
Claims Recommended for Approval
Two claims recommended for approval were passed.
Bike Ordinance (Riding Between Cars)
Ordinance on final hearing regarding bicyclists riding between cars, with a maximum fine of $500, was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Go Girl Run U.S. Track and Field Sanctioned Event
On West Sheridan between Hudson and Robinson, running through nine Oklahoma City districts. Expecting 2,000 participants.
Oklahoma Heritage Land Run (10K, 5K, 1-mile Fun Run)
Starts at 8:30 AM (10K/5K) and 8:00 AM (Fun Run) from Gaylord Pickens Museum parking lot (NW 13th and Chartel). Expecting 200-250 participants.
Earlywine Dash
Primarily around Earlywine Park, 119th and South May. Benefits Earlywine Park YMCA.
Financial Matters
Water Utility Base Repair Budget
Discussion regarding the long-standing $1 million budget for water utility base repair and whether the expected work output for that amount has decreased over time.
Criterion Event Center Project Tiff #2 Funds
Allocation of Tiff #2 funds for the Criterion Event Center project, with $350,000 designated as assistance in development financing.
Parks and Recreation Department Fee Schedule
Introduction of an ordinance to revise fees for athletic fields and lifeguard pay to help recover operating costs and keep pace with expenses.
FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (Storm Shelters)
Grant provides 75% rebate (up to $2,000) for storm shelters, aiming for 504 safe rooms. Total grant over $1 million, with $730,627.61 paid out so far.
American Red Cross Storm Shelter Program
Grant provides up to $2,500 rebate for storm shelters, aiming for 830 safe rooms. No local match required. $801,482.27 paid out so far.
Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program (Storm Shelters)
Program pays 100% of storm shelter cost for income-qualified homeowners, aiming for approximately 235 shelters. $115,095 committed to date.
Public Comments
William Gonzalez raised concerns about the police department's refusal to provide public records for a police report and alleged non-compliance with city ordinances regarding inspections. Joe Sarge Nelson commented on the 'Maps miscalculation' regarding the Convention Center property price, commending the council's decision to rescind the site acquisition and advocating for the Cox Convention Center. He also criticized city charter rules and the legislature's interference in local matters.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining with the FOP.
Deadlines
- March 17th: Public hearing for Parks and Recreation Department fee schedule ordinance.
- March 24th: Final adoption for Parks and Recreation Department fee schedule ordinance.
- December 2018: Deadline for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program funds expenditure.
Watch For
- New Convention Center site evaluations and acquisition costs.
- Legislative action on Senate Bill 68 regarding charter schools.
- Follow-up on overflowing recycling bins at schools and churches.
- Update on the delayed Bluff Creek residential street project.
Announcements
- Paula McCullough from Mustang Public Schools was recognized as March 2015 Teacher of the Month.
- Condolences were offered to the family of former police chief David McBride; services were held today at 2:30 p.m. at Rest Haven Memory Gardens.
- An update was provided on the city's three storm shelter rebate programs (FEMA, American Red Cross, and CDBG-DR).
- A tour of the new police headquarters is scheduled after the meeting.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Teacher of the Month Recognition
Resolution honoring Paula McCullough from Mustang Public Schools as March 2015 Teacher of the Month.
Condolences to Former Police Chief David McBride's Family
Recognition and condolences offered to the family of former police chief David McBride.
Journal of Council Proceedings (Item 4A)
To receive the Journal of council proceedings.
Journal of Council Proceedings (Item 4B)
To approve the Journal of council proceedings for February 24, 2015.
Revocable Permit - Friends of Multi-Sport (Item 5.1)
To hold the Go Girl Run U.S. Track and Field sanctioned event on West Sheridan between Hudson and Robinson on March 22nd.
Revocable Permit - Oklahoma Heritage Association (Item 5.2)
To hold the Oklahoma Heritage Land Run (10K, 5K, 1-mile Fun Run) on March 28th.
Revocable Permit - YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City (Item 5.3)
To hold the Earlywine Dash on March 22nd, benefiting Earlywine Park YMCA.
Uncontested Continuances (Item 6)
Requests for uncontested continuances for several items (9c1a, 9c1b, 9d1c, 9e1d, 9e1e, 9e1j).
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Three items presented to the OCMFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (PPA) Items
Two items presented to the PPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Claims and Payroll
Claims and payroll for the OCEAT.
Consent Docket
Approval of the consent docket, including discussions on water utility base repair, avionics easements, and Tiff funds for Criterion Event Center.
Concurrence Docket
Approval of the concurrence docket, including water utilities trust and maps for kids items.
Ordinance on Final Hearing - ABC Issue (Item 9A.1)
Ordinance regarding an ABC license for a restaurant in a PUD at 14221 North Pennsylvania Avenue in Ward 8.
PUD 1570 Zoning Change (Item 9A.2)
Zoning change from agricultural District to PUD 1570 at 16500 Southwestern in Ward 5.
SPUD 799 Zoning Change (Item 9A.3)
Zoning change from C3 Community Commercial to a Simplified Plan Unit Development (SPUD 799) at 3007 Southwest 59th Street in Ward 3 for a mini storage facility.
SPUD 800 Zoning Change (Item 9A.4)
Zoning change from neighborhood business and Urban Design District to SPUD 800 at 1725 Northwest 16th Street in Ward 6 for Lyric Theater.
SPUD 801 Zoning Change (Item 9A.5)
Zoning change from C3 Community Commercial to a Simplified Plan Unit Development (SPUD 801) at 12100 North May Avenue in Ward 2 for a nightclub.
SPUD 802 Zoning Change (Item 9A.6)
Zoning change from O2 General Office District to a Simplified Plan Unit Development (SPUD 802) at 1776-21 South Pennsylvania in Ward 5 for limited retail.
SPUD 807 Zoning Change (Item 9A.7)
Zoning change from AAA agricultural to a Simplified Plan Unit Development (SPUD 807) at 801 North Cemetery Road in Ward 3 for personal storage.
Ordinance Introduction - Parks and Recreation Department Fee Schedule (Item 9B)
Ordinance to introduce and set for public hearing a revised schedule of fees and activities for the Parks and Recreation Department.
Public Hearing - Dilapidated Structures (Item 9C)
Public hearing regarding various dilapidated structures.
Public Hearing - Unsecured Structures (Item 9D)
Public hearing regarding various unsecured structures.
Public Hearing - Abandoned Buildings (Item 9E)
Public hearing regarding various abandoned buildings.
Resolution - Rescinding Convention Center Real Estate Acquisition Authorization (Item 9F)
Resolution rescinding prior authorization for the acquisition and use of real estate for the Convention Center.
Executive Session - Chickasaw Nation (Item 9G)
Executive session to discuss Chickasaw Nation.
Executive Session - FOP Collective Bargaining (Item 9H)
Executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the FOP.
Claims Recommended for Approval (Item 10)
Two claims recommended for approval.
Bike Ordinance - Riding Between Cars (Items from Council)
Final hearing on an ordinance regarding bicyclists riding between cars.
Recycling Bins Issue (Items from Council)
Discussion regarding overflowing recycling bins and associated litter.
Bluff Creek Residential Street Project (Items from Council)
Inquiry about the status of a delayed residential street project in Bluff Creek.
Convention Center Site Discussion (Items from Council)
Continued discussion on the Convention Center site selection process and alternatives.
Charter Schools Legislation (Items from Council)
Discussion and opposition to proposed state legislation (Senate Bill 68) granting OKC authority to start charter schools.
Citizens to be Heard (Item 13)
Public comments from William Gonzalez and Joe Sarge Nelson.