Meeting Summary
The City Council approved several rezoning requests, including converting agricultural and residential districts to single-family residential and highway commercial districts. A significant item regarding a medical marijuana dispensary rezoning was deferred to a future meeting pending the adoption of a new comprehensive plan. Budget amendments were also approved to reflect recent donations and operational changes.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Agenda Approval
03:00The consent agenda, including the installation of LED lighting at the Expo Center, was approved.
Rezoning 1610 Northland Elmwood Avenue
05:00Approved the rezoning of 1610 Northland Elmwood Avenue from A1 (Agricultural) to R1 (Single-Family Residential) to align with its current use.
Rezoning 3914 North Kickapoo Avenue
06:40Approved the rezoning of 3914 North Kickapoo Avenue from R1 (Single-Family Residential) to C3 (Highway Commercial) to facilitate retail and restaurant development.
Rezoning 1601 North Kickapoo Avenue
08:30Approved the rezoning of 1601 North Kickapoo Avenue from C1 (Neighborhood Commercial) to C3 (Highway Commercial) to broaden potential uses for vacant commercial space.
Deferral of Medical Marijuana Dispensary Rezoning
10:00The request to rezone 39405 MacArthur Street for a medical marijuana dispensary was deferred to October 2, 2019, pending the adoption of a new comprehensive plan.
Budget Amendments
11:00Approved budget amendments to reflect recent donations (Walmart, Senior Citizens Center) and to establish a budget for the new Director of Tourism.
Upcoming Community Events
Cops and Kids
Starts at 1:00 PM, free for kids, cooling stations, misters, fans, and water provided.
Financial Matters
LED lighting installation at Oklahoma Expo Center
Installation of LED lighting, funded by capital improvement funds, expected to reduce energy consumption by half.
Budget amendments
Reflecting Walmart donations, a donation for the Senior Citizens Center flooring project, and a new budget for the Director of Tourism.
Monthly Sales Tax Report
Sales tax was slightly down by 0.12% from projected, while use tax was significantly up by 64%.
Public Comments
Two citizens spoke during public participation. Holly Gorton and Lindsay Getsen from the Food Policy Council discussed the proposed backyard chicken ordinance, highlighting regulations, enforcement, and educational efforts. Lindsay Getsen also provided an update on the Blue Zones project, noting its entry into year three.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Ordinance to rezone property located at 39405 MacArthur Street from RE to C3 for a medical marijuana dispensary (deferred to October 2, 2019).
Watch For
- Backyard chicken ordinance to be brought before the council on September 3rd.
- New comprehensive plan expected to be presented to the council in September/October.
Announcements
- Welcome to Aaron Stevens, the new Spectra Manager at the Expo Center.
- Cops and Kids event will be held on Saturday, starting at 1:00 PM, offering free activities and cooling stations.
- Thanks to the community and city employees for their contributions to the successful Shawnee Stock Up event.
Agenda Summary
Citizens Participation
Two citizens addressed the council regarding a proposed backyard chicken ordinance and an update on the Blue Zones project.
Consider approval of consent agenda
Approval of routine items, including the installation of LED lighting at the Oklahoma Expo Center.
Presentation of Animal Control Pet of the Week
Officer Couch presented Maggie, a dog from the animal shelter, as the pet of the week.
Ordinance to rezone property located at 1610 Northland Elmwood Avenue from A1 (Agricultural) to R1 (Single-Family Residential)
A housekeeping item to change the zoning of a 0.26-acre property to match its current single-family residential use.
Ordinance rezoning property located at 3914 North Kickapoo Avenue from R1 (Single-Family Residential) to C3 (Highway Commercial)
Rezoning the frontage of the property to C3 to allow for retail and restaurant-oriented uses, aligning with the comprehensive plan.
Ordinance rezoning property located at 1601 North Kickapoo Avenue from C1 (Neighborhood Commercial) to C3 (Highway Commercial)
Rezoning a strip center to C3 to broaden potential uses beyond office/administrative, making it easier to lease vacant space.
Ordinance to rezone property located at 39405 MacArthur Street from RE (Residential Estate) to C3 (Highway Commercial) for a medical marijuana dispensary
This item was deferred by the Planning Commission and the Council pending the adoption of the new comprehensive plan.
Consider budget amendments for various funds
Amendments reflecting changes in the beginning of the fiscal year, including Walmart and Senior Citizens Center donations, and creating a budget for the new Director of Tourism.
Monthly sales tax report
Presentation of the monthly sales and use tax report, noting a slight decrease in sales tax and a significant increase in use tax.