Meeting Summary
The finance committee convened to review Capital Improvement Program (CIP) presentations from the Parks Department, MAPS Office, and Water and Wastewater Utilities. Discussions covered significant investments in park and facility upgrades, the progress of MAPS 3 and MAPS for Kids projects, and ambitious plans for water system resiliency, a second Atoka pipeline, and treated wastewater reuse. A key decision was the approval of engineering contracts for the MAPS 3 I-44 Trail.
Key Decisions & Votes
MAPS 3 I-44 Trail Engineering Contracts
Three contracts for engineering services for the I-44 Trail, designated as Trail Number 2 in the MAPS 3 trails program, were approved.
Upcoming Community Events
State Fairgrounds Expo Building Groundbreaking
Invitations will be sent for the groundbreaking of the new expo building, which is approximately two and a half times the size of the existing travel and transportation building.
Financial Matters
Parks Department Capital Plan
Overall capital plan for park improvements ($25.5M), facility improvements ($88.6M), and walking/paving activities for trails and pathways ($11.6M).
Woodson Park Sports Complex
Project to create a dynamic sports complex with soccer fields on underutilized real estate.
Bluff Creek Improvements
Improvements at Bluff Creek, with contributions from the private sector and the G.O. bond.
Kitchen Lake Accessibility Project
Project to make Kitchen Lake accessible for fishing, including a parking lot and other improvements.
Kerr Park Revitalization
Complete renovation of Kerr Park through a corporate partnership, with SandRidge Energy contributing a significant portion.
Memorial Park Revitalization
Project to revitalize Memorial Park, incorporating historic plans and cutting-edge stormwater management features.
MAPS for Kids Program Remaining Funds
Approximate funds remaining from the MAPS for Kids program.
Suburban Schools Funding Remaining Funds
Funds remaining for suburban school construction and renovations, primarily in Putnam City and possibly Midlothian.
Solid Waste Capital Improvement Program
Program for buying trucks, upgrading fleet maintenance for CNG vehicles, and purchasing big blue carts over the next five years.
Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste Total Capital Program
The combined total for the water, wastewater, and solid waste capital improvement program.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- MAPS for Kids Suburban Schools application deadline: 2017
- Streetcar RFP proposals due: November 13th
Watch For
- Plans for expansion and new aquatic elements at the Earlywine Family Aquatic Center
- Development of multi-generational recreational centers
- Outcomes of the Civic Center utilization study, including potential for a fifth-floor restaurant or rooftop garden
- Conceptual report for the Convention Center (expected in the next couple of weeks)
- Implementation of the Sardis Lake water supply (expected in 15-20 years)
- Potential construction of a treated wastewater reuse facility (potentially 2017)
Announcements
- The Will Rogers Conservatory, a rebuilt 1920s facility, is gaining popularity for birthday parties and wedding receptions.
- Shillings Community Center has been expanded and now features a new Thunder basketball court.
- Phase 2 improvements at the Oklahoma River, including lighting and HD cameras, were successfully used for canoe championships, resulting in a broadcast in Europe.
Agenda Summary
CIP Presentation: Parks Department
Presentation on the Capital Improvement Plan for parks, facilities, and trails, including current projects like Woodson Park, Kerr Park, Memorial Park, Will Rogers Conservatory, and future plans for the Civic Center and multi-generational centers.
CIP Presentation: MAPS Office
Update on MAPS 3 and MAPS for Kids programs, covering completion of school renovations, progress on the MAPS 3 master plan, sidewalks, trails, streetcar, convention center, senior wellness centers, State Fairgrounds expo building, and Oklahoma River improvements.
CIP Presentation: Water and Wastewater Utilities
Presentation on capital improvements for water and wastewater systems, focusing on system resiliency, water supply investments (second Atoka pipeline, Sardis Lake), treated wastewater reuse, and solid waste fleet upgrades.