Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several zoning changes and special permits, including a new simplified planned unit development for a mini-storage facility. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a presentation on the Will Rogers Airport terminal expansion plans, highlighting the need for increased capacity and efficiency. The council also recognized American Red Cross Month and honored an employee of the month.
Key Decisions & Votes
American Red Cross Month Proclamation
03:00:00The Mayor proclaimed March 2014 as American Red Cross Month in Oklahoma City, recognizing the organization's volunteers and services.
Employee of the Month Recognition
07:00:00Jeremy V, a safety analyst in the Public Works Department, was recognized as the March 2014 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month for his dedication and efforts in reducing workplace injuries.
Journal of Council Proceedings
10:00:00The Journal of Council Proceedings for February 25th was received, and the journal for February 11th and 18th was approved.
Uncontested Continuances
10:30:00Several items were deferred, including Spud 729 until April 8th, item I 5216 Southeast 85th West Abby stricken, and an assessment district (8G) until April 1st.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
11:30:00Five items under the OCMFA were approved unanimously.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
12:00:00Two items under the OCPPA were approved unanimously.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items
12:30:00Three items under the OCEAT were approved unanimously.
Consent Docket
13:00:00The majority of the consent docket was approved unanimously, with one item deferred.
Concurrence Docket
19:00:00One item on the concurrence docket was approved unanimously.
Zoning Case W1 (11820 West Hefner Road)
19:30:00A zoning case to change R1 single family residential and AA Agricultural to R1 single family residential district was approved unanimously.
Zoning Case W7 (1400 North I35)
21:00:00A zoning case to change C8C Highway commercial district to a new simplified planned unit development for a mini-storage facility was approved, with an amendment to allow a half to 12 roof pitch on the remainder of the buildings.
Intention to Close 30-foot Plats
25:00:00An intention to close a couple of 30-foot plats in Ward one was approved unanimously.
Special Permit for Personal Storage Unit
25:30:00A request for a special permit for a personal storage unit in Ward 8 was approved unanimously.
Final Hearing for Item 8D
26:30:00An item that had been to the council multiple times before was approved unanimously at its final hearing.
Ordinance for Alley Vacation (Ward 7)
27:00:00An ordinance regarding the vacation of an alley in Ward 7, related to the GE facility, was approved with an emergency declaration.
Public Hearing for Unsecured Structures (8F)
28:00:00The public hearing for unsecured structures was approved unanimously, with a specific property (1926 Northwest 22nd Street) discussed for an extension for repairs.
Street Improvement District (Silver Creek)
33:00:00A public hearing regarding a street improvement district near Silver Creek east of North Penn was approved unanimously.
Street Improvement Assessment District (Ward 8)
33:30:00A street improvement assessment district in Ward 8 was approved unanimously.
Right of Way Use Permit (Big 12 Women's Basketball FanFest)
34:00:00A request from the All Sports Association for a right of way use permit for the Big 12 women's basketball tournament FanFest was approved unanimously.
Right of Way Use Permit (NCAA Wrestling Championship FanFest)
35:00:00A request from the All Sports Association for a right of way use permit for the 2014 NCAA wrestling championship FanFest was approved unanimously.
Right of Way Use Permit (Open Streets OKC)
35:30:00A request from the Oklahoma City County Health Department Wellness Now coalition to hold Open Streets OKC in Ward 2 and Ward 6 was approved unanimously.
Zoning Case W4 (6414 Southeast Eastern Avenue)
42:00:00A zoning case to change an I2 moderate industrial district to a new PUD was approved unanimously.
Claims Recommended for Denial
42:30:00Claims recommended for denial were approved unanimously.
Claims Recommended for Approval
42:45:00Claims recommended for approval were approved unanimously.
Upcoming Community Events
American Red Cross Month
Proclaimed by the Mayor, recognizing volunteers and services.
Big 12 Women's Basketball Tournament FanFest
All Sports Association event, street closure for Inflatables and activities.
2014 NCAA Wrestling Championship FanFest
All Sports Association event, street closure for safety due to student athletes and fans.
Open Streets OKC
Oklahoma City County Health Department Wellness Now coalition event, temporarily closing 23rd street from Robinson to Western for walking, jogging, cycling, dancing, and skateboarding. Event from noon to 4 PM, street closed 10 AM to 6 PM.
Financial Matters
Architectural Services for Senior Wellness Center
A million-dollar contract for architectural services for the first senior wellness center was deferred for two weeks due to concerns about the timing of the commitment relative to the full contract approval.
Will Rogers Airport Terminal Expansion
Preliminary project cost for the terminal expansion, to be funded through FAA grants, Passenger Facility Charges, and junior lean bonds paid by airport revenues.
Public Comments
One individual spoke regarding an unsecured property, requesting an extension for repairs.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Spud 729 (deferred to April 8th)
- Assessment District 8G (deferred to April 1st)
- Architectural Services for Senior Wellness Center (deferred for two weeks)
Watch For
- Agreement with Northcare for a second senior wellness facility
- Will Rogers Airport terminal expansion design and construction
Announcements
- Mark Williams received a Statewide recognition from Leadership Oklahoma for his work with the Red Cross.
- Councilman MC is having a birthday this week.
- A delegation from Volgograd, Russia, was present at the meeting.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Proclamation of American Red Cross Month
Recognition of March 2014 as American Red Cross Month.
Resolution to Honor Employee of the Month
Recognition of Jeremy V as the March 2014 South Oklahoma City Kiwanis Club Employee of the Month.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Receiving and approving the minutes from previous council meetings.
Requests for Uncontested Continuances
Requests to defer several agenda items to future dates.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Consideration of five items under the OCMFA.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Consideration of two items under the OCPPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items
Consideration of three items under the OCEAT.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine items in a single vote.
Concurrence Docket
Approval of items requiring concurrence.
Zoning Case 8A1 (11820 West Hefner Road)
Zoning change from R1 and AA to R1 single family residential.
Zoning Case 8A2 (6414 Southeast Eastern Avenue)
Zoning change from I2 moderate industrial district to a new PUD.
Zoning Case 8A3 (1415 Northeast 63rd Street)
Zoning case in Ward 7.
Zoning Case 8A4 (1400 North I35)
Zoning change from C8C Highway commercial district to a new simplified planned unit development for a mini-storage facility.
Intention to Close 30-foot Plats (8B)
Request for intention to close 30-foot plats in Ward one.
Special Permit for Personal Storage Unit (8C)
Request for a special permit for a personal storage unit in Ward 8.
Final Hearing for Item 8D
Final hearing for an item previously discussed by the council.
Ordinance for Alley Vacation (8E)
Introduction of an ordinance for the vacation of an alley in Ward 7.
Public Hearing Regarding Unsecured Structures (8F)
Public hearing concerning properties with unsecured structures.
Assessment District 8G
Assessment district north of 63rd Street.
Public Hearing for Street Improvement District (8H)
Public hearing regarding a street improvement district near Silver Creek.
Street Improvement Assessment District (8I)
Street improvement assessment district in Ward 8.
Right of Way Use Permit (8J1)
Request for a right of way use permit for the Big 12 women's basketball tournament FanFest.
Right of Way Use Permit (8J2)
Request for a right of way use permit for the 2014 NCAA wrestling championship FanFest.
Right of Way Use Permit (8J3)
Request for a right of way use permit for Open Streets OKC.
Item 8K
Agenda item that did not require an Executive Session.
Item 8L
Agenda item that did not require an Executive Session.
Item 8M
Agenda item that did not require an Executive Session.
Claims Recommended for Denial (8N)
Consideration of claims recommended for denial.
Claims Recommended for Approval (9)
Consideration of claims recommended for approval.
Items from Council (10)
Discussion and reports from council members.
City Manager Reports (11)
Reports from the City Manager, including a presentation on Will Rogers Airport terminal expansion plans.
Citizens to be Heard (12)
Opportunity for citizens to address the council.