Meeting Summary
The City Council recognized a Teacher of the Month and issued several proclamations for EMS Week, Public Works Week, and Bike To Work Day. Key actions included approving the Mayor's travel expenses, accepting significant grants and donations for Animal Welfare, the Civic Center, and Bluff Creek Park, and authorizing numerous community event permits. Two contentious zoning applications were denied due to concerns over density and neighborhood impact, while another was deferred for further negotiation. Discussions also highlighted the success of new Metropolitan Libraries and raised concerns about a proposed Bricktown parking garage potentially interfering with the future Transit Hub rail spur.
Key Decisions & Votes
Teacher of the Month Recognition
02:50Resolution recognizing Nicole Jones as the May 2013 Teacher of the Month.
EMS Week Proclamation
05:40Proclamation declaring May 13th through 20th as Emergency Medical Services Week.
National Public Works Week Proclamation
08:30Proclamation declaring May 19th through 25th as National Public Works Week.
Bike To Work Day Proclamation
11:30Proclamation declaring Friday, May 17th as Bike To Work Day.
Mayor's Travel Expenses
13:40Authorization for the Mayor to attend a Clinton Global Initiative task force meeting.
Journal of Council Proceedings
14:40Approval of the Journal of Council Proceedings for April 23rd, and receiving those for April 30th and May 7th.
OCMFA Items
18:00Approval of six items related to the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority.
OCPPA Items
18:50Approval of four items related to the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority.
OCEAT Items
20:00Approval of five items related to the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust.
Consent Docket Item 6ax (Sister Cities Grant)
22:30Approval of a grant to the Sister Cities organization, voted on separately.
Consent Docket Item 6au (Retroactive Water/Wastewater Agreement)
23:30Approval of a retroactive agreement for water and wastewater services, voted on separately.
Remaining Consent Docket Items
24:00Approval of all other items on the consent docket.
Concurrence Docket
25:40Approval of all items on the concurrence docket.
Continental Resources Donation for Bluff Creek Park
28:00Acceptance of a $175,878 donation from Continental Resources for park improvements.
Zoning 19601 N Pennsylvania Ave (PUD to R1-ZL)
31:00Approval of a zoning change for a portion of the property to R1-ZL.
Zoning 19601 N Pennsylvania Ave (PUD to R4)
31:30Approval of a zoning change for a portion of the property to R4.
Zoning 5701 NE Grand Blvd (R1 to new Simplified PUD)
47:00Denial of a zoning change due to neighborhood concerns about vagueness and impact.
Zoning 700 NE 122nd St Amendment (Lynx project)
50:00Approval of an amendment to the PUD application after developer and protesters reached a solution.
Zoning 700 NE 122nd St Ordinance (Lynx project)
50:30Approval of the ordinance reflecting the amended PUD for the Lynx project.
Zoning 14501 S Sooner Road (AA agricultural to PUD)
58:00Denial of a zoning change due to concerns about prematurity, traffic, density, and services.
Weight Restrictions at Lake Atoka
01:03:00Approval following a public hearing on weight restrictions at Lake Atoka.
Dilapidated Structures
01:03:30Approval following a public hearing regarding various dilapidated structures.
Unsecured Structures
01:04:00Approval following a public hearing regarding various unsecured structures.
Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic (Day 1)
01:05:30Approval of the permit for the first day of the cycling event.
Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic (Day 2)
01:05:50Approval of the permit for the second day of the cycling event.
Kathy's Market on Paseo
01:07:00Approval of the permit for Kathy's Market on Paseo.
Limbs4Life Blaze 5K
01:08:30Approval of the permit for the Limbs4Life Blaze 5K event.
OKC Pride Inc. Event (Item 8H5)
01:10:00Approval of the permit for an OKC Pride Inc. event.
OKC Pride Inc. Event (Item 8H6)
01:10:20Approval of the permit for an OKC Pride Inc. event.
OKC Pride Inc. Event (Item 8H7)
01:10:40Approval of the permit for an OKC Pride Inc. event.
OCCC Super Sprint Triathlon
01:12:00Approval of the permit for the OCCC Super Sprint Triathlon.
Paseo Arts Festival
01:13:30Approval of the permit for the Paseo Arts Festival.
New Leash on Life 5K/Dog Jog
01:14:20Approval of the revocable permit for the New Leash on Life 5K run and 3K dog jog.
Fire Department Staffing Policy Addition
01:16:00Approval of an addition to the Fire Department Staffing Policy regarding callback provisions.
Parking Garage Debt Issuance
01:20:00Approval of the resolution authorizing the issuance of debt for a parking garage, including a city support agreement.
Legal Services Continuance
01:20:30Approval to continue legal services on an ongoing lawsuit.
Item 8N (No Executive Session)
01:20:50Approval of an agenda item that did not require executive session.
Item 8O (No Executive Session)
01:21:00Approval of an agenda item that did not require executive session.
Claims Recommended for Denial
01:22:00Approval of the recommendation to deny certain claims.
Claims Recommended for Approval
01:22:30Approval of the recommendation to approve certain claims.
Upcoming Community Events
Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic
Day 1 in Automobile Alley, Day 2 in Film Row District. Criterium style cycling event.
Kathy's Market on Paseo
Limbs4Life Blaze 5K
Bricktown and Boathouse District. Partnering with VA for Welcome Home celebration.
OKC Pride Inc. Events
Series of events celebrating the LGBT community.
OCCC Super Sprint Triathlon
May Avenue to Southwest 104th Street. Includes a 5K run, 12-mile bike race, and 500-meter swim.
Paseo Arts Festival
37th annual festival featuring over 80 visual artists, 57 performers on two stages, food vendors, and free arts activities for youth.
New Leash on Life 5K Run and 3K Dog Jog
Wiley Post Park and surrounding city areas.
Ward 5 Public Safety Community Meeting
Southern Hills Baptist Church, 86th and South Pennsylvania. Speakers include Police Chief Bill Citty, Jan Perry (YWCA), Ron Milligan (OKCPS), and Susie Pierce (Moore Public Schools).
Financial Matters
ASPCA Grant
Acceptance of a grant to fund a position in the Animal Welfare Department.
Civic Center Foundation Donation
Acceptance of a donation for WiFi system upgrade and new stage lighting console at the Civic Center.
Continental Resources Donation
Acceptance of a donation for improvements at Bluff Creek Park, including walking trails and a pavilion.
Parking Garage Debt Issuance
Formalizing a city support agreement (moral obligation) to back bonds for a parking garage, aiming for a better interest rate. This adds an estimated $1.4 million annually to the city's moral obligation.
General Fund Contribution for CVB Marketing
Discussion regarding the $75,000 contribution from the general fund for marketing major horse shows, in addition to hotel motel tax allocations.
Public Comments
Joe "Sarge" Nelson requested the council pass an ordinance to ban horse slaughter facilities within Oklahoma City limits, citing Oklahoma's status as the 'horse capital of the world' and applications in nearby towns. The Mayor stated the council generally avoids state issues unless there is a specific proposal for a facility within city limits.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 8A3 (PUD 1484) deferred to May 28th council meeting
- Item 8D2 (Zoning 17835 S Midwest Blvd) deferred for 4 weeks to allow applicant to reconfigure with 2-acre lots and meet with neighbors
Watch For
- Update on ODOT Highway 74 schedule (requested by Councilman McAtee)
- Detailed schedule for Kelly Avenue widening (23rd to 122nd Street) (requested by Councilman Pettis)
- Transit subcommittee meeting in two weeks to discuss Bricktown parking garage and rail spur interface
- Community meeting on Public Safety in Ward 5 (tonight at Southern Hills Baptist Church)
- Contract for architectural services for Capitol Hill Library expansion (in a couple of weeks)
Announcements
- Nicole Jones, science teacher at Western Heights Middle School, was named May 2013 Teacher of the Month by Western Heights Public Schools and Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.
- May 13th through 20th was proclaimed Emergency Medical Services Week in Oklahoma City.
- The week of May 19th through 25th was proclaimed National Public Works Week in Oklahoma City.
- Friday, May 17th was proclaimed Bike To Work Day in Oklahoma City.
- The Oklahoma City Convention Visitors Bureau was named the large city CVB of the Year by the National Association of Sports Commissions.
- The OKC CVB received the Redbud award for the best website in the state tourism industry and a merit award for its 2012 visitors guide.
- The Oklahoma City Memorial held a Reflection of Hope event, honoring Malala, the young Pakistani girl shot for supporting girls' education.
- Heronville Elementary School was named one of 14 Oklahoma City Public Schools as a Great Expectation School.
- Stockyards and the Oklahoma Opry won an award for their new neon sign at the Main Street banquet.
- Former County Commissioner Shirley Darrell's homegoing service will be held today at 2 PM.
Agenda Summary
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting with an invocation led by Pastor Karen Green and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman John Pettis.
Recognition of Nicole Jones as Teacher of the Month
Resolution recognizing Nicole Jones, science teacher at Western Heights Middle School, as the May 2013 Teacher of the Month.
Proclamation of Emergency Medical Services Week
Proclamation declaring May 13th through 20th as Emergency Medical Services Week in Oklahoma City.
Proclamation of National Public Works Week
Proclamation declaring the week of May 19th through 25th as National Public Works Week in Oklahoma City.
Proclamation of Bike To Work Day
Proclamation declaring Friday, May 17th as Bike To Work Day in Oklahoma City.
Item 3B: Resolution authorizing travel expenses for Mayor Cornett
Authorization for the Mayor to attend a Clinton Global Initiative task force meeting, re-docketed due to changed details.
Item 4A: Receive Journal of Council Proceedings for April 30th and May 7th
Receiving the official records of previous council meetings.
Item 4B: Approve Journal of Council Proceedings for April 23rd
Approving the official record of the April 23rd council meeting.
Item 5: Request for uncontested continuances
Requests to defer item 8a3 (PUD 1484) and strike several dilapidated/unsecured building items where owners have taken action.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Six items related to the OCMFA, including discussion on 178th Street and Kelly Avenue widening projects.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Four items related to the OCPPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Items
Five items related to the OCEAT, including discussion on budget deposits to cash reserves.
Consent Docket
A collection of routine administrative and operational items.
Consent Docket Item 6ax: Grant to Sister Cities organization
Acceptance of a grant for the Sister Cities organization, pulled for a separate vote.
Consent Docket Item 6au: Retroactive agreement for water/wastewater services
Agreement for water and wastewater services, pulled for a separate vote due to retroactive dollar amount negotiations.
Concurrence Docket
Items from various trusts and authorities, including discussion on exploring taking over Tinker AFB's water and wastewater operations.
Item 8J: Resolution accepting donation from Continental Resources
Acceptance of a $175,878 donation for improvements at Bluff Creek Park.
Item 8A1: Zoning application for 19601 North Pennsylvania Avenue (PUD to R1-ZL)
Zoning change from Planned Unit Development to Single-Family Residential Zero Lot Line District, part of a larger project.
Item 8A2: Zoning application for 19601 North Pennsylvania Avenue (PUD to R4)
Zoning change from Planned Unit Development to R4, part of a larger project where density was reduced.
Item 8A3: Zoning application PUD 1484
Zoning case deferred at the applicant's request.
Item 8A4: Zoning application for 5701 Northeast Grand Boulevard (R1 to new Simplified PUD)
Zoning change from R1 single-family to a new Simplified PUD for potential limited office/medical/B&B use, met with significant neighborhood protest.
Item 8B1: Amendment to zoning application for 700 Northeast 122nd Street (Lynx project)
Amendment to a PUD application where the developer and protesters reached a solution.
Item 8B2: Ordinance for zoning application for 700 Northeast 122nd Street (Lynx project)
Ordinance reflecting the amended PUD for the Lynx project.
Item 8C: Item to be struck
An item removed from the agenda.
Item 8D1: Zoning application for 14501 South Sooner Road (AA agricultural to PUD)
Zoning change from AA agricultural to a PUD for residential development, denied due to concerns about density, traffic, and services.
Item 8D2: Zoning application for 17835 South Midwest Boulevard (AA agricultural/AE2 to new PUD)
Zoning change from AA agricultural/AE2 to a new PUD for residential development, deferred for further negotiation on density.
Item 8E: Public hearing regarding weight restrictions at Lake Atoka
Public hearing concerning regulations on weight restrictions at Lake Atoka.
Item 8F: Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures
Public hearing concerning various properties identified as dilapidated structures.
Item 8G: Public hearing regarding unsecured structures
Public hearing concerning various properties identified as unsecured structures.
Item 8H1: Request for Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic cycling event (Day 1)
Permit request for a two-day Criterium style cycling event in Automobile Alley.
Item 8H2: Request for Oklahoma City Pro-Am Classic cycling event (Day 2)
Permit request for a two-day Criterium style cycling event in the Film Row District.
Item 8H3: Request from Kathy's on Paseo to hold Kathy's Market on Paseo
Permit request for a market event to be held May 25th through 27th.
Item 8H4: Request from Limbs4Life Foundation to hold the Blaze 5K
Permit request for a 5K run in Bricktown and the Boathouse District, partnering with the VA.
Item 8H5: Request from OKC Pride Inc. to hold an event
Permit request for one of a series of events celebrating the LGBT community.
Item 8H6: Request from OKC Pride Inc. to hold an event
Permit request for one of a series of events celebrating the LGBT community.
Item 8H7: Request from OKC Pride Inc. to hold an event
Permit request for one of a series of events celebrating the LGBT community.
Item 8H8: Request from Oklahoma City Community College to host the OCCC Super Sprint Triathlon
Permit request for the 19th annual Super Sprint Triathlon on June 8th, involving a run, bike race, and swim.
Item 8H9: Request from the Paseo Arts Association to hold the Paseo Arts Festival
Permit request for the 37th annual Paseo Arts Festival, May 25th through 27th.
Item 8I: Request for a revocable permit from New Leash on Life
Permit request to hold a 5K run and 3K dog jog in Wiley Post Park and surrounding areas.
Item 8K: Resolution approving an addition to the Fire Department Staffing Policy
Approval of a callback provision to maintain minimum staffing levels at fire stations.
Item 8L: Resolution authorizing the issuance of debt for a parking garage
Formalizing a city support agreement (moral obligation) to back bonds for a parking garage, aiming for a better interest rate.
Item 8M: Resolution to continue legal services on a lawsuit
Authorization to continue legal representation for an ongoing lawsuit.
Item 8N: Item not requiring Executive Session
An item on the agenda that did not require a closed-door discussion.
Item 8O: Item not requiring Executive Session
An item on the agenda that did not require a closed-door discussion.
Item 8P: Item to be moved to Executive Session
An item moved for discussion in a closed executive session.
Item 8Q: Item to be moved to Executive Session
An item moved for discussion in a closed executive session.
Item 8R: Item to be struck
An item removed from the agenda.
Item 8S: Item to be moved to Executive Session
An item moved for discussion in a closed executive session.
Item 8T: Claims recommended for denial
Review and decision on claims against the city recommended for denial.
Item 9: Claims recommended for approval
Review and decision on claims against the city recommended for approval.