Meeting Summary
The Oklahoma City Council meeting saw the acceptance of a generous donation of utility vehicles from Kawasaki for tornado recovery efforts. Key decisions included the approval of various zoning changes and ordinances, the deferral of a significant PUD application for single-family development due to ongoing compatibility and density concerns, and the denial of an appeal for a new traffic signal. The council also received budget presentations for several municipal authorities and an update on the Spokies bike share program.
Key Decisions & Votes
Kawasaki Utility Vehicle Donation
02:00The council formally received a donation of utility vehicles from Kawasaki Motors Corporation to aid in tornado recovery and future emergencies.
Municipal Finance Authority (MFA) FY14 Budget
08:00The FY14 budget for the Oklahoma City Municipal Finance Authority, totaling $82.4 million, was approved.
Public Property Authority (PPA) FY14 Budget
12:00The FY14 budget for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority, totaling $42.8 million, was approved.
Environmental Assistance Trust Items
13:40Items related to the Environmental Assistance Trust, including storm cleanup funds and FEMA reimbursement, were approved.
PUD 1480 (Palermo Development)
58:00An ordinance for a PUD to rezone agricultural land for single-family development was amended to remove commercial portions and then deferred to July 2nd due to concerns about density, compatibility with surrounding large lots, and unresolved oil and gas infrastructure issues.
SPUD 678 (Retail Development)
1:03:00An ordinance to rezone agricultural land to a simplified planned unit development for retail was approved with an amendment to reduce the proposed sign height from 20 feet to 10 feet.
Housing Programs Policy Amendments
1:17:40A resolution was approved to amend city housing programs, increasing the rehabilitation limit to $60,000 and exterior maintenance to $23,000, and providing assistance for clear titles.
Antioch Christian Academy Traffic Signal Appeal
1:29:00An appeal by Antioch Christian Academy for a traffic signal at South Portland Avenue and Southwest 119th Street was denied, as staff reports indicated only one of nine warrants was met and collision history was low. The council suggested exploring speed limit reduction or additional studies.
Upcoming Community Events
H&A Night Market Expansion
Expanded to include Northwest 7th Street between Hudson and Walker, in an L-shape on Hudson and 7th Street. Intent to become more selective on vendors.
RedHawks Fireworks Show
Following the RedHawks game at the ballpark.
Bricktown Fourth Fest
Live music in the Bricktown District (Sheridan and Oklahoma Avenue) with fireworks at 9:30 PM.
Stars and Stripes River Festival
Hosted by the Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation.
ODOT Meeting on Oklahoma City Boulevard
5:30 PM at the Chevy Event Center in Bricktown, focusing on the fourth contract section between Walker and Western.
Financial Matters
MFA FY14 Budget
Approval of the FY14 budget for the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority, totaling $82,409,525, an increase of 3.4% over the current year. Largest portions for health insurance ($50M) and risk management ($12.9M for workers' comp, $2.6M for property/liability).
PPA FY14 Budget
Approval of the FY14 budget for the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority, totaling $42,764,772, an increase of 3% over the current year. Includes debt on fairgrounds improvements ($13.3M) and Golf Course activity ($11.4M).
Environmental Assistance Trust Storm Cleanup
Discussion regarding $2.5 million for storm cleanup, with FEMA expected to reimburse up to 85% for both May 19th/20th and May 31st storms.
Bulk Fuel Purchase
Approval to purchase $8 million of bulk fuel using existing pricing agreements with Glenn Oil Company, Martin Eagle Oil Company, Penley Oil Company, and Petroleum Traders Corporation. Prices are checked daily based on Opus.
CDBG Funds for Private Residence Loan
Use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) revitalization funds for a loan to build a private residence on 7th Street, part of a revolving loan fund for the area affected by the bombing.
Municipal Court Records Management System
Approval of $1.3 million for the conclusion of the Municipal Court's records management system contract.
Housing Programs Rehab Limit Increase
Increase in the rehabilitation program limit from $33,500 to $60,000 for houses, with a corresponding increase from a 5-year to a 10-year deferred lien.
Housing Programs Exterior Maintenance Increase
Increase in the exterior maintenance program limit from $14,000 to $23,000.
Housing Programs Title Clearing Assistance
Provision of assistance with legal services to help citizens clear liens on their mortgages to process applications.
Public Comments
Public comments included a representative for Kawasaki expressing gratitude for the donation, a mobile paddleboard business owner seeking approval, a property owner addressing a dilapidated structure notice, attorneys and residents speaking in opposition to the Palermo PUD due to density and compatibility concerns, an attorney representing oil and gas interests raising concerns about existing infrastructure on the Palermo site, and a representative from Antioch Christian Academy appealing for a traffic signal due to safety concerns and a recent fatality.
Coming Up
Tabled
- SPUD 707 (1324 Southwest 44th Street, Ward 6) deferred to July 16th.
- PUD 1480 (Southwestern Avenue, Ward 5) deferred to July 2nd.
Watch For
- Additional ODOT meetings on the Oklahoma City Boulevard design, particularly the core section between Walker and Western.
- Contract renewal with Downtown OKC for the Spokies bike share program.
- Development of an expansion plan for the Spokies bike share program by a committee including riders, city, and Downtown OKC representatives.
- Antioch Christian Academy may file a new application for a traffic study or a reduction in the speed limit on 119th Street in September.
Announcements
- Kawasaki Motors Corporation donated utility vehicles for tornado recovery efforts.
- YWCA held its annual Purple Sash event at the Cowboy Museum, highlighting stories of domestic violence victims.
- Justin Jones, head of the Department of Corrections, is resigning and will be missed as a public servant.
- Windsor Hills and Harwell Park hosted successful neighborhood picnics, encouraging other neighborhoods to utilize public parks for similar events.
- ODOT will hold a meeting tonight at 5:30 PM at the Chevy Event Center (formerly Coca-Cola Event Center) in Bricktown regarding the Oklahoma City Boulevard, specifically the section between Walker and Western. This is the first of several planned meetings.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Flag Salute
Pastor Michael Chaplin led the invocation, followed by Councilman Pettis leading the flag salute.
Kawasaki Motors Corporation Donation
Acceptance of a donation of utility vehicles from Kawasaki Motors Corporation for tornado recovery.
Appointments
Consideration and ratification of appointments to various city boards and commissions.
Journal of Council Proceedings
Receive the Journal of council proceedings for June 11th and approve the Journal of council proceedings for May 28th and June 4th.
Uncontested Continuances
Requests for uncontested continuances for items 8J1 (Parker Drive), I1608 Northeast 20th, and 8U1A (Mr. Boone's claim).
Municipal Finance Authority (MFA) Items
Four items related to the MFA, including a budget presentation for FY14.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (PPA) Items
Four items related to the PPA, including a budget presentation for FY14.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust Items
Three items related to the Environmental Assistance Trust, including discussion on FEMA reimbursement for storm cleanup.
Consent Docket
Approval of the consent docket, with individual considerations for items B2, M, AT, and 6X.
Concurrence Docket
Approval of two items on the concurrence docket.
8A1: Ordinance on Final Hearing, Ward 2
Zoning ordinance for a property in Ward 2.
8A2: PUD 1489, 3500 North Sarah Road, Ward 1
Reclassification from R1 single family residential to PUD 1489 plan unit development.
8A3: PUD 1494, 5200 South Council Road, Ward 3
Reclassification from I2 moderate industrial to PUD 1494 plan unit development for Hobby Lobby expansion.
8A4: SPUD 707, 1324 Southwest 44th Street, Ward 6
Reclassification from R1 single family residential to SPUD 709 simplified plan unit development.
8A5: SPUD 725, 40 Northwest 144th Circle, Ward 7
Reclassification from SPUD 336 to SPUD 725 for a martial arts school.
8B1: Closing Northeast 25th Street, Ward 7
Ordinance for final hearing to close Northeast 25th Street between North Santa Fe Avenue and North Oklahoma Avenue.
8B2: Closing Platted Alley, Northwest 10th Street, Ward 6
Ordinance for final hearing to close a platted 15-foot alley extending South Northwest 10th Street and West off of North Walker Avenue for St. Anthony Hospital redevelopment.
8B3: Closing Northeast 4th Street, Ward 7
Ordinance for final hearing to close a portion of Northeast 4th Street, a private access and utility easement, and the North half of a platted alley north of Northeast 3rd Street between North Oklahoma Avenue and North Walnut Avenue.
8C: PUD 1480, Southwestern Avenue, Ward 5
Ordinance on final hearing to reclassify from AA agricultural District to PUD 1480 plan unit development for single-family housing.
8D: SPUD 678, Ward 4
Ordinance on final hearing to reclassify from AA agricultural District to SPUD 678 simplified plan unit development for retail.
8E1: Ordinance on Final Hearing, Civilized Cats
Ordinance relating to municipal courts regarding 'socialized cats'.
8E2: Ordinance on Final Hearing, Animal Shelter Fees
Ordinance relating to a general schedule of fees at the animal shelter.
8F1: Ordinance on Final Hearing, Reserve Parking Space, Ward 6
Authorizing the designation of one two-hour reserve parking space for the physically disabled adjacent to the Greyhound Bus Station.
8F2: Ordinance on Final Hearing, No Parking Restriction, Ward 8
No Parking restriction in Ward 8, with additional parking provided for a park.
8G1 & 8G2: Public Hearing on Assessment Roll for Capitol Hill
Public hearing on the assessment roll for the Capitol Hill Business Improvement District.
8H: Ordinance on Final Hearing, Capitol Hill Assessment District
Adopting and ratifying the assessment district for the Capitol Hill Business Improvement District.
8I1: Public Hearing, Dilapidated Structures
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures.
8J1: Dilapidated Structures, Specific Properties
Consideration of specific properties declared dilapidated, including 1512 North McKinley.
8K: Annual Resolution, Fire Department Sales Tax Appropriation
Annual resolution making appropriations from the limited three-quarters cent sales tax for the Fire Department.
8L: Annual Resolution, Police Department Sales Tax Appropriation
Annual resolution making appropriations from the limited three-quarters cent sales tax for the Police Department.
8M: Revocable Permit, North Hudson Project
Request to expand the 'H&A Night Market' event to include Northwest 7th Street between Hudson and Walker.
8N: Revocable Permit, Fireworks Demonstration
Request for a revocable permit for fireworks demonstrations on July 3rd and 4th in Bricktown.
8O: Revocable Permit, Stars and Stripes River Festival
Request for a revocable permit with the Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation to hold the Stars and Stripes River Festival on June 29th.
8P: Resolution, Housing Programs Policy Amendments
Resolution authorizing and approving policy amendments to the City of Oklahoma City's Housing Programs, including increased rehab limits and exterior maintenance funds.
8Q: Appeal by Antioch Christian Academy
Appeal of action taken by the Traffic and Transportation Commission denying a traffic signal at the intersection of South Portland Avenue and Southwest 119th Street.
8R: Resolution, Economic Development Trust Extension
Resolution authorizing and approving an extension and modification of the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust.
8S: Executive Session Item
Discussion of a confidential matter requiring executive session.
8T: Executive Session Item
Discussion of a confidential matter requiring executive session.
8U: Claims Recommended for Denial
Consideration of claims recommended for denial, excluding item A which was stricken.
9A: Claims Recommended for Approval
Consideration of one claim recommended for approval.
Late Posting: Resolution Authorizing Municipal Counselor to Confess Judgment
Resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to confess judgment, legally posted late.
10A: Public Hearing, Municipal Courts Ordinance
Public hearing regarding an ordinance relating to the municipal courts to put municipal judges on staggered terms.
10B: Resolution, Councilman John Pettis Travel Expenses
Resolution approving travel expenses for Councilman John Pettis.
City Manager Reports
Presentation on the Spokies Oklahoma City's Bike Share program by Jennifer Gooden and Jill Delozier.
Citizens to be Heard
Opportunity for citizens to address the council.