Meeting Summary
The city council convened as the finance committee to review the proposed FY2015 budgets for the Airports, Parks and Recreation, and Development Services departments. Key discussions included airport revenue strategies, park facility improvements, and development service efficiencies, particularly in code enforcement and animal welfare. The council then reconvened to set a public hearing for the annual budget on June 10th, noting adjustments for increased sales tax revenue, additional police officers, and a significant transfer to EMBARK for enhanced transit services, including a pilot evening service.
Key Decisions & Votes
Proposed Annual Budget Public Hearing
1:34:00A resolution was approved to set a public hearing date of June 10th for the proposed annual budget, incorporating updated revenue estimates and expenditure adjustments.
Upcoming Community Events
Kitchen Lake Dedication
Handicap accessible, cost nearly $750,000.
Financial Matters
Airports Department FY2015 Proposed Budget
Presentation of the FY2015 budget for the Airports Department, covering operations, capital improvements, and revenue strategies for Will Rogers World Airport, Wiley Post, and Clarence E. Page Airport.
Parks and Recreation Department FY2015 Proposed Budget
Presentation of the FY2015 budget for the Parks and Recreation Department, detailing operations across five business centers, capital projects like Woodson Park and Kitchen Lake, and proposed staffing increases.
Development Services Department FY2015 Proposed Budget
Presentation of the FY2015 budget for the Development Services Department, highlighting code enforcement, development center efficiencies, animal welfare initiatives, and the impact of state legislation on the vacant abandoned building program.
Sales and Use Tax Revenue Estimates
Revenue estimates for sales and use tax were increased due to higher-than-expected revenues in May, impacting the general fund and other proportional funds.
Police Officers for OKC Public Schools Contract
An increase in funding from the school district to provide additional police officers for security at Oklahoma City Public Schools.
General Fund Budget Adjustment
The proposed general fund budget was adjusted to $43.95 million, reflecting increased sales tax revenue and the school district contract.
General Fund Budgeted Reserve Reduction
Approximately $1 million was taken from general fund reserves to help fund other initiatives, while maintaining a 2% contingency budget.
Transfer to EMBARK for Transit Service
A transfer of $1,350,000 to EMBARK for additional transit services, including a pilot program for evening service on two routes and enhanced daytime frequency on two other routes.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Vacant Abandoned Building Program (due to state Protected Property Rights Act legislation)
Deadlines
- Public hearing for proposed annual budget: June 10th
Watch For
- Future discussion on EMBARK transit enhancements
- Workshop on abandoned buildings
- Analysis of existing ordinances for enforcing property issues
- Legislative committee meeting to review votes on property rights legislation
Announcements
- Congratulations to Musgrave Pennington for a successful neighborhood meeting.
- The legislature approved the ability to set up a Central Oklahoma Transit Authority in the future.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting with an invocation led by Councilman Greenwell and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilwoman S.
Recess Council Meeting and Convene as Finance Committee
The council recessed its regular meeting to convene as the finance committee.
Airports Department FY2015 Proposed Budget Presentation
Presentation by Mark Cranberg, Airports Director, on the department's mission, budget overview, revenue sources, operating expenditures, capital outlay, strategic issues, and future projects for Will Rogers World Airport, Wiley Post, and Clarence E. Page Airport.
Parks and Recreation Department FY2015 Proposed Budget Presentation
Presentation by Doug Copper, Parks and Recreation Director, on the department's mission, five business centers, challenges, strategies, capital improvement projects, proposed budget, and staffing changes.
Development Services Department FY2015 Proposed Budget Presentation
Presentation by Bob Tener, Development Services Director, on the department's divisions including Code Enforcement, Development Center, Animal Welfare, and Subdivision and Zoning, highlighting efficiencies, challenges, and major budget changes.
Adjourn Finance Committee and Reconvene as Council Meeting
The finance committee adjourned, and the council meeting reconvened.
Resolution Setting Public Hearing Date for Proposed Annual Budget
A resolution to set June 10th as the public hearing date for the proposed annual budget, incorporating updated sales tax estimates, additional police officers, and a transfer to EMBARK for transit services.
City Manager Report
Report from the city manager highlighting budget enhancements and changes to revenue, with follow-up on previous council questions.
Citizens to be Heard
Opportunity for citizens to address the council.
Adjournment
The council meeting was adjourned.