Meeting Summary
The city council approved a contract amendment for Bicentennial Park architectural services, accepted a significant donation from Devon Energy, and awarded the construction contract for the park. These decisions were made following extensive debate among council members regarding the project's prioritization, architectural fees, and design elements, as well as public comment supporting the park's development.
Key Decisions & Votes
Contract Amendment for Bicentennial Park Architectural Services (Item 8j)
The council approved an amendment to the architectural services contract for Bicentennial Park, increasing the total fees to $587,000. This decision was met with contention over the cost and the value of designs for unawarded alternates.
Donation from Devon for Bicentennial Park (Item 8k1)
The council accepted a $575,000 donation from Devon Energy, contingent on the approval of the architectural contract amendment for Bicentennial Park.
Bicentennial Park Construction Contract Award (Item 8k2)
The council awarded the construction contract for Bicentennial Park, following the approval of the architectural amendment and the Devon donation.
Financial Matters
Bicentennial Park Architectural Fees
An amendment to the architectural services contract for Bicentennial Park was approved, increasing the total fees to $587,000. Concerns were raised about the high percentage of fees relative to the project cost and payment for unawarded alternate designs.
Devon Donation for Bicentennial Park
A donation from Devon Energy for the Bicentennial Park project was accepted, contingent on the approval of the architectural contract amendment.
Public Comments
Sandy Myers spoke in favor of the Bicentennial Park project, highlighting its 23-year history of planning and involvement from numerous individuals, and urged the council to establish it as the cultural centerpiece of Oklahoma City.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Gaylord (Streetscape package 7) in a couple of years
- City Hall Park design to be used with Project 180
Agenda Summary
8j - Contract Amendment for Bicentennial Park Architectural Services
Discussion and vote on an amendment to the architectural services contract for Bicentennial Park with PDG, increasing the fee by $162,000, bringing the total to $587,000.
8k1 - Donation from Devon for Bicentennial Park
Discussion and vote on accepting a $575,000 donation from Devon Energy for the Bicentennial Park project, contingent on the approval of the architectural contract amendment.
8k2 - Award of Construction Contract for Bicentennial Park
Discussion and vote on awarding the construction contract for Bicentennial Park.