Meeting Summary
The city council meeting included proclamations for the Festival of the Arts and National Telecommunications Week. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a presentation and discussion regarding the city's transit system, including proposed changes to improve efficiency and ridership. Several zoning cases and public hearings were also addressed.
Key Decisions & Votes
Appointments to City Boards and Commissions
A series of appointments to various city boards and commissions were unanimously approved.
Journal of Council Proceedings
The Journal of Council proceedings for April 9th was received, and the journal for April 2nd was approved.
Uncontested Continuances
Requests for uncontested continuances for items 6 I1 and two until April 23rd, and striking of item 8H1F due to the owner securing the property, were approved.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Nine items presented to the OCMFA were unanimously approved, including a discussion on engineering fees for the softball hall of fame complex.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Two items presented to the OCPPA were unanimously approved.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCAT) Items
Claims and payroll for the OCAT were unanimously approved.
Zoning Case: 301 Northeast 70th Street (Ward 7)
The rezoning of 2 acres from R1 single-family residential to I1 light industrial district was unanimously approved, as recommended by staff and the planning commission.
Zoning Case: 2700 South Portland Avenue (Ward 6)
A new simplified planned unit development to permit a snow cone facility and indoor birthday party center was unanimously approved.
Emergency Shelter for Sunbeam (Ward 6)
The emergency shelter for Sunbeam at 1101 Northwest 14th Street was unanimously approved.
Removal of Metered Parking Spaces (Ward 6)
The removal of two two-hour metered parking spaces on North Hudson was unanimously approved.
No Parking Anytime Sign Authorization (Ward 1)
Authorization for a no parking anytime sign on Britain Road/Hefner Village Boulevard was unanimously approved.
Flashing Yellow Lights Public Hearing
The item regarding flashing yellow lights, a second public hearing, was unanimously approved for a final hearing.
Water Rationing Public Hearing (Item 8E)
The item regarding water rationing, a second public hearing, was unanimously approved.
Water Rationing Public Hearing (Item 8F)
Another item regarding water rationing, a public hearing, was unanimously approved.
Dilapidated Structures Public Hearing
The public hearing regarding dilapidated structures was unanimously approved.
Unsecured Structures Public Hearing
The public hearing regarding unsecured structures was unanimously approved.
Consolidated Plan Alteration for Steuart Property
An alteration to the consolidated plan for the Steuart property, creating an urban renewal housing program for affordable mixed-income workforce housing using CDBG funds, was unanimously approved.
Right-of-Way Use Permit: Central Oklahoma Heartwalk
A revocable right-of-way use permit for the American Heart Association to hold the Central Oklahoma Heartwalk on April 20th was unanimously approved.
Right-of-Way Use Permit: Autism Peace Walk 5K
A revocable right-of-way use permit for the Oklahoma Family Center for Autism to hold the 2013 Autism Peace Walk 5K on May 4th was unanimously approved.
Right-of-Way Use Permit: Chad Perry Hub Run
A revocable right-of-way use permit for Red Coyote Running and Fitness, Inc. and McNell's to host the Chad Perry Hub Run was unanimously approved, with discussion on its new memorial focus.
Right-of-Way Use Permit: Springfest Earth Day
A revocable right-of-way use permit for Urban Agrarian LLC to host Springfest Earth Day in the Farmers Market District on April 21st was unanimously approved.
Policy Update: Mortgages and Debt on Rehabilitative Loans
An update to the policy dealing with mortgages and debt on rehabilitative loans, modifying how the mayor can sign off on mortgage releases and subordinate agreements, was unanimously approved.
Agreement with Firefighters on Health Insurance Compensation
An agreement with firefighters regarding compensation for their health insurance was unanimously approved.
Resolution on Item 8M
A resolution for item 8M was unanimously approved.
Resolution on Item 8N
A resolution for item 8N was unanimously approved.
Resolution on Item 8O
A resolution for item 8O was unanimously approved.
Item 8P
A motion to strike item 8P was unanimously approved.
Claims Recommended for Denial
Claims recommended for denial under item 8Q were unanimously approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Festival of the Arts Week
47th annual festival, produced by the Arts Council of Oklahoma City, featuring visual and performing arts, live entertainment, art activities, and food. Opening ceremonies on April 23rd at 11:00 AM at the Bricktown Ballpark. Volunteers are needed; call the Arts Council at 270-4848.
National Telecommunications Week
Proclaimed in honor of public safety dispatchers and call takers for their critical role in emergency services.
Central Oklahoma Heartwalk
Hosted by the American Heart Association at the Bricktown Ballpark. Activities begin at 8 AM, walk starts at 10 AM. Features sponsor tents, health screenings, food, entertainment, and activities for children. Expecting 10,000-12,000 participants.
2013 Autism Peace Walk 5K
Hosted by the Oklahoma Family Center for Autism in Bricktown.
Chad Perry Hub Run
Hosted by Red Coyote Running and Fitness, Inc. and McNell's. Originally a fundraiser for the Chad Perry Foundation, now also serving as a memorial and celebration of Officer Chad Perry's legacy.
Springfest Earth Day
Hosted by Urban Agrarian LLC in the Farmers Market District. Features vendor booths, sponsors, a kids corral, planted seed exchange, antique tractors, and farm animals. Southwest Street will be blocked off at Klein and Ellison.
7th Annual Festival on Northwest 10th Street
Organized by Friends of 10th Street, with support from the Lions Club for health screenings. Included children's activities, free hot dogs, and exotic animals. Aimed at community building and improving quality of life.
Windsor Oaks Neighborhood Meeting
At Windsor Hills Elementary School.
Starlight Dinner
Hosted by Downtown Oklahoma City in the newly renovated Bicentennial Park. Sold-out event, raised over $10,000 for Emerson School to benefit a new health clinic in partnership with Variety Health Clinic.
Canterbury Choral Society and OCU Wabass School of Music Performance
Presented Leonard Bernstein's Mass, a complex piece commissioned for the opening of the Kennedy Center. Featured adult and children's choirs, a collaboration of arts organizations.
The U Big Event
Several events in Ward 7 in collaboration with Wildwood Hills and North neighborhood associations and Pleasant Hills, focusing on trash pickup.
Financial Matters
Softball Hall of Fame Complex Engineering Fees
Discussion on engineering fees for the multi-phase Softball Hall of Fame complex, noting an 8% fee negotiated based on scope of work, not bid.
Devon Headquarters Public Improvements Contribution
Acceptance of a contribution of just under $4 million in public improvements from Devon, part of Project 180, enhancing streetscapes downtown.
Unlisted Funds from 2007 GEO Bond
Discussion on the expenditure of over $2 million from unlisted funds on projects T2 and T3, with concerns raised about depletion and the obligation to complete listed bond projects.
Chalkaw Road Widening Project (T3)
The widening of Chalkaw Road between SE 44th and SE 59th Street, originally estimated at $3.4 million, now costing approximately $5 million due to unforeseen drainage requirements. This is a listed project on the 2007 GO bond.
Urban Renewal Housing Program
Establishment of a program to use $1 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for affordable mixed-income workforce housing, specifically for the conversion of a Bricktown warehouse to residential units.
Social Security Administration Transit Service
Estimated annual cost to divert a bus route two miles to serve a new Social Security Administration facility at 122nd and Kelly. The developer has expressed interest in contributing to this cost.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Item 6 I1 and two (continued to April 23rd)
Watch For
- Final presentation on transit system recommendations in May
- Public participation meetings for the transit plan
- Further details on the $1 million urban renewal housing program budget
Announcements
- Hobby Lobby is giving raises to all 17,000 employees, with the lowest wage for full-time employees at $14/hour, almost twice the federal minimum wage. This is seen as a positive impact on the local economy.
- Condolences extended to the family of Officer Chad Perry.
- Congratulations to Kase and Corbin Greenwell, new citizens in Ward 5.
- Recognition of the successful Starlight Dinner benefiting Emerson School and the Canterbury Choral Society/OCU Wabass School of Music performance of Leonard Bernstein's Mass.
Agenda Summary
3 A-E
Appointments to a variety of city boards and commissions.
4 A
Receive the Journal of Council proceedings for April 9th.
4 B
Approve the Journal of Council proceedings for April 2nd.
6 I1 and two
Request for uncontested continuance.
8H1F
Unsecured item at 800 North Warren.
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items
Nine items presented to the OCMFA, including discussion on the Softball Hall of Fame complex.
Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items
Two items presented to the OCPPA.
Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCAT) Items
Claims and payroll.
6A
Consent docket item regarding updated pricing, with questions about percentage increase and basis.
6M
Consent docket item regarding a new fire station, with questions about staffing.
6T.1
Consent docket item regarding work on Northwestern from 164th to 178th, with questions about completion timeline.
6W
Consent docket item recognizing an agreement with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust and Devon headquarters for public improvements.
6T.2
Consent docket item regarding an agreement with ODOT for an overage of cost on the Robinson tunnel as part of the MAPS 3 park.
6T.3
Consent docket item regarding the widening of Chalkaw Road between SE 44th and SE 59th Street, with discussion on cost increases and justification.
8A1
Zoning case in Ward 7 at 301 Northeast 70th Street, to rezone from R1 single family residential to I1 light industrial district.
8A2
Zoning case in Ward 6 at 2700 South Portland Avenue, to become a new simplified plan unit development for a snow cone facility and indoor birthday party center.
8B
Emergency shelter for Sunbeam at 1101 Northwest 14th Street in Ward 6.
8C1
Removal of two-hour metered parking spaces on North Hudson in Ward 6.
8C2
Authorization of a no parking anytime sign on Britain Road/Hefner Village Boulevard in Ward 1.
8D
Public hearing regarding flashing yellow lights (second time before council).
8E
Public hearing regarding water rationing (second time before council).
8F
Public hearing regarding water rationing (second time before council).
8G
Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures.
8H
Public hearing regarding unsecured structures.
8I
Public hearing to alter the consolidated plan for the Steuart property, creating an urban renewal housing program.
8J1
Right-of-way use permit for the American Heart Association to hold the Central Oklahoma Heartwalk on April 20th.
8J2
Right-of-way use permit for the Oklahoma Family Center for Autism to hold the 2013 Autism Peace Walk 5K on May 4th.
8J3
Right-of-way use permit for Red Coyote Running and Fitness, Inc. and McNell's to host the Chad Perry Hub Run.
8J4
Right-of-way use permit for Urban Agrarian LLC to host Springfest Earth Day on April 21st.
8K
Update to policy dealing with mortgages and debt on rehabilitative loans.
8L
Agreement with the firefighters on compensation for their health insurance.
8M
Resolution.
8N
Resolution.
8O
Resolution.
8P
Item for executive session.
8Q
Claims recommended for denial.