Meeting Summary
The City Council held a special meeting to receive an orientation on federal housing grant programs and discuss a proposed sales tax rebate for Sooner Mall. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding a tort claim and threatened litigation concerning a city ordinance.
Key Decisions & Votes
Sooner Mall Sales Tax Rebate Term Sheet
21:45Council approved a term sheet on the consent calendar to advance negotiations for a sales tax rebate agreement aimed at mall revitalization.
Executive Session
25:30Council voted to enter executive session to discuss the Clifford Jemison tort claim and threatened litigation regarding Ordinance No. 024252.
Financial Matters
CDBG Allocation
Current federal allocation for Community Development Block Grant activities.
HOME ARP Funding
Federal funds designated for building a facility at Triad Village to assist with homelessness.
Sooner Mall Investment Plan
Planned private investment by the mall over the next five years.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- April 2026: Discussion of the Second Year Action Plan for federal grants.
Watch For
- Final Sooner Mall sales tax rebate agreement and public hearing
- Annual Council Retreat in Summer 2026
- Potential Section 108 loan applications for large redevelopment projects like Griffin
Announcements
- Lisa Craig (CDBG Grants Manager) plans to stay with the city for another 10 years.
- The city has $3 million in non-cash match funds currently in its 'match bank' for housing programs.
Agenda Summary
Orientation to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Program
Staff presentation on federal funding for housing rehab, neighborhood improvements, and the potential use of Section 108 loans.
Discussion of Sooner Mall Sales Tax Rebate Proposal
Review of the Economic Development Advisory Board's feedback on a 5-year sales tax rebate plan to incentivize mall improvements.
Executive Session: Tort Claim and Threatened Litigation
Discussion regarding a claim by Clifford Jemison and litigation involving Ordinance No. 024252.