January 28, 2022 City Council Meeting

The City Council recognized Christina Kirk as the August 2019 Teacher of the Month for Oklahoma City Public Schools and the Rotary Club of Oklahoma City, commending her dedication to education and community service.

The Mayor proclaimed September as Senior Center Month in Oklahoma City, highlighting the importance of senior centers and the contributions of older Americans to the community.

Councilwoman Jo Beth Hammond and Councilman Mark K. Stonecipher were appointed to the Oklahoma City Riverfront Authority.

A resolution was approved for the Mayor's travel and reimbursement to the Fall Leadership Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Rochester Hills, Detroit, Michigan.

A right-of-way use permit was approved for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to hold their suicide prevention walk on September 7th.

A right-of-way use permit was approved for the Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma to hold their festival and 5K on October 5th at the Myriad Gardens.

A right-of-way use permit was approved for the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities Inc. to hold the St. Jude Walk/Run on September 28th, benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

A right-of-way use permit was approved for the Uptown 23rd District Association to hold the Uptown Fund 5K on September 22nd.

The resolution of intent for the MAPS 4 program, an eight-year, $978 million sales tax initiative for various community projects, was approved after extensive discussion and public comment.

A resolution authorizing the Mayor to issue a proclamation calling a special election for the MAPS 4 program was approved.

A resolution relating to the special election for the purpose of submitting ordinance number 26255, concerning a one percent excise tax for a limited term of eight years, was approved.

Ordinance number 26255, amending the city code to create the MAPS 4 tax, was introduced and set for public hearing and final hearing on future dates.

An ordinance on final hearing, related to state medical marijuana laws and bringing the city code into compliance, was approved with an emergency clause.

An ordinance to introduce the 2015 International Residential Code, updating city building codes, was approved for introduction.

An ordinance to introduce the 2015 International Building Code, updating city building codes, was approved for introduction.

An ordinance to introduce the 2015 International Existing Building Code, updating city building codes, was approved for introduction.

An ordinance to introduce updates to fire prevention and protection regulations, aligning with 2015 International Fire Code and 2018 amendments, was approved for introduction.

A second ordinance to introduce updates to fire prevention and protection regulations was approved for introduction.

An ordinance relating to prohibited items during the Scissortail Park opening concert, addressing safety and performance requirements, was approved for introduction.

A resolution declaring several structures as dilapidated was approved following a public hearing.

A resolution declaring structures in the HP Landmark District as dilapidated was approved, with specific attention to a dangerous property at 2100.

A resolution declaring several structures as unsecured was approved.

A resolution declaring several structures as abandoned was approved.

A joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust, approving the allocation of $500,000 in GEO limited tax bonds for TTEC services, was approved.

A resolution adopting the April 2019 update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program project implementation plan, including 10 additional transit-related projects, was approved.

A resolution adopting the August 2019 update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program project implementation plan, including six additional resurfacing projects and a trail project, was approved.

A resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust for up to $2.5 million from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for source water protection at Lake Atoka, was approved.

A resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust for up to $25 million from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for the Draper water plant finish water storage facilities, was approved.

A resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Major Donald McCarthy while he continues to require rehab, was approved.

A claim recommended for denial was denied by the council.

Claims recommended for approval were approved by the council.

A resolution authorizing the city manager to initiate a rezoning application to establish a Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District for properties within the 73111 zip code, aimed at addressing health concerns and food access, was approved.

MAPS 4 Program

An eight-year sales tax initiative to fund various community projects, including parks, youth centers, senior wellness centers, mental health and addiction services, transit, sidewalks, and more.

TTEC Services GEO Limited Tax Bonds

Allocation of GEO limited tax bonds for TTEC services, approved by the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust.

Clean Water State Revolving Fund Promissory Note

Incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust for source water protection at Lake Atoka, including boat ramp upgrades and fire breaks.

Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Promissory Note

Incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust for final construction of the Draper water plant finish water storage facilities.

Sales Tax Report

Sales tax growth was 1% this last month, performing below expectations, though offset by use tax growth. Revenue is slowing.

Item 3a: Presentations - Resolution recognizing Christina Kirk as Teacher of the Month

Recognition of Christina Kirk as the August 2019 Teacher of the Month for Oklahoma City Public Schools and the Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.

Item 3a: Presentations - Proclamation of Senior Center Month

Proclamation of September as Senior Center Month in Oklahoma City.

Item 3b: Appointment of Councilwoman Jo Beth Hammond and Councilman Mark K. Stonecipher to the Oklahoma City Riverfront Authority

Appointment of council members to the Riverfront Authority.

Item 3c: Resolution approving Mayor's travel and reimbursement to the Fall Leadership Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors

Approval for the Mayor's travel and reimbursement for a leadership meeting.

Item 4: Journal of Council Proceedings

Approval of previous council meeting minutes.

Item 5: Requests for Uncontested Continuances

Several items were stricken from the agenda due to owners securing properties or re-notification needs.

Item 6a: Revocable Permit with American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Right-of-way use permit for the AFSP Suicide Prevention Walk on September 7th.

Item 6b: Revocable Permit with Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma

Right-of-way use permit for the Down Syndrome Festival and 5K on October 5th.

Item 6c: Revocable Permit with American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities Inc.

Right-of-way use permit for the St. Jude Walk/Run on September 28th, 2019.

Item 6d: Revocable Permit with Uptown 23rd District Association

Right-of-way use permit for the Uptown Fund 5K on September 22nd.

Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority (OCMFA) Items a-f

Approval of various items for the OCMFA.

Oklahoma City Public Property Authority (OCPPA) Items a-d

Approval of various items for the OCPPA.

Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust (OCEAT) Claims and Payroll

Approval of claims and payroll for OCEAT.

Item 7p: Consent Docket Item (Grant Money Related to Primary Employment)

An item pulled for a separate vote due to a conflict of interest.

Item 7v: Consent Docket Item (Construction Project Concerns)

Discussion regarding delays and impacts of a construction project on local businesses, specifically involving ATEC paving.

Item 7s: Resolution proposing the creation of the Uptown 23rd Business Improvement and Special Services District

Presentation and discussion on the creation of a Business Improvement District for Uptown 23rd.

Item 7aa: Consultant Review Committee Report for Street Enhancements

Discussion on consultant selection for street enhancements, including bike routes in multiple wards.

Item 7ac1: Stockyards District Project

Update on the Stockyards District streetscape project, including the contract for engineering and design.

Item 7ah: Joint Project with ODOT for Bike Route Lanes and Sidewalks

Discussion on a joint project with ODOT for bike lanes and sidewalks along NW 36th Street, connecting to existing trails.

Item 7h8: Introduced Planning Case

An introduced planning case with a citizen signed up to speak.

Item 7: Consent Docket (Remaining Items)

Approval of remaining items on the consent docket.

Item 8: Concurrence Docket Items a-l

Approval of all items on the concurrence docket.

Item 9a1: Ordinance on Final Hearing (North Council Road Zoning)

Zoning change from R1 to O2 for a property on North Council Road.

Item 9a2: Ordinance on Final Hearing (4025 SE 59th Zoning)

Zoning change from SPUD 260 to SPUD 1128 for a property at 4025 SE 59th.

Item 9a3: Ordinance on Final Hearing (11311 SW 44th Zoning)

Zoning change from PUD 1384 to SPUD 1129 for a Casey's General Store at 11311 SW 44th.

Item 9a4: Ordinance on Final Hearing (5200 N Grand Zoning)

Zoning change from R1 to SPD 1132 for office buildings at 5200 N Grand.

Item 9b: Ordinance on Final Hearing (Kings of Leon Lane Renaming)

Changing the name of East California Line between Joe Carter and Charlie Christian to Kings of Leon Lane.

Item 9c: Ordinance on Final Hearing (Special Permit for Charter High School)

Special permit to operate a charter high school in the I2 district, utilizing the old Toys R Us building.

Item 9d1: Ordinance on Final Hearing (Removing Metered Parking on Couch Drive)

Removing two metered parking spaces on the north side of Couch Drive for Civic Center Foundation access.

Item 9d2: Ordinance on Final Hearing (Removing Metered Parking on NW 4th)

Removing metered parking on the north and south sides of NW 4th between Hudson and Harvey, along the streetcar route.

Item 9u: Resolution of Intent of the Mayor and Council of the City of Oklahoma City setting forth a new MAPS program to be known as MAPS 4

Resolution outlining the intent and scope of the MAPS 4 program.

Item 9v: Resolution authorizing the Mayor to issue a proclamation calling a special election

Authorization for the Mayor to call a special election for MAPS 4.

Item 9w: Resolution relating to the special election for the purpose of submitting ordinance number 26255

Resolution concerning the special election for the MAPS 4 excise tax ordinance.

Item 9x: Ordinance number 26255

Ordinance to amend the city code to create the MAPS 4 tax.

Item 9e: Ordinance on Final Hearing (Medical Marijuana Laws Compliance)

Ordinance to bring city code into compliance with state medical marijuana laws.

Item 9f1: Ordinance to be introduced (2015 International Residential Code)

Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Residential Code.

Item 9f2: Ordinance to be introduced (2015 International Building Code)

Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Building Code.

Item 9f3: Ordinance to be introduced (2015 International Existing Building Code)

Introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2015 International Existing Building Code.

Item 9g1: Ordinance to be introduced (Fire Prevention and Protection Regulations)

Introduction of an ordinance to update fire prevention and protection regulations.

Item 9g2: Ordinance to be introduced (Fire Prevention and Protection Regulations)

Introduction of a second ordinance to update fire prevention and protection regulations.

Item 9h: Ordinance to be introduced (Scissortail Park Opening Festivities)

Introduction of an ordinance relating to regulations for the Scissortail Park opening festivities.

Item 9i1: Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures

Public hearing concerning various dilapidated structures.

Item 9i2: Resolution declaring structures are dilapidated

Resolution declaring several structures as dilapidated.

Item 9j1: Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures in the HP Landmark District

Public hearing concerning dilapidated structures in the HP Landmark District.

Item 9j2: Resolution declaring structures are dilapidated in the HP Landmark District

Resolution declaring structures in the HP Landmark District as dilapidated.

Item 9k1: Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures

Public hearing concerning various unsecured structures.

Item 9k2: Resolution declaring structures are unsecured

Resolution declaring several structures as unsecured.

Item 9l1: Public Hearing regarding abandoned structures

Public hearing concerning various abandoned structures.

Item 9l2: Resolution declaring structures to be abandoned

Resolution declaring several structures as abandoned.

Item 9m1: Public Hearing regarding Joint Resolution of the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust

Public hearing concerning the joint resolution for TTEC Services GEO Limited Tax Bonds.

Item 9m2: Joint Resolution of the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust approving allocation of GEO Limited Tax Bonds

Joint resolution approving the allocation of GEO Limited Tax Bonds for TTEC Services.

Item 9n1: Resolution adopting the April 2019 update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program project implementation plan

Resolution adopting the April 2019 update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program.

Item 9n2: Resolution adopting the August 2019 update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program project implementation plan

Resolution adopting the August 2019 update to the Community and Neighborhood Enhancement Program.

Item 9o: Resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust (Clean Water State Revolving Fund)

Resolution approving indebtedness for Clean Water State Revolving Fund for Lake Atoka projects.

Item 9p: Resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust (Drinking Water State Revolving Fund)

Resolution approving indebtedness for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for Draper water plant.

Item 9q1: Resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Major Donald McCarthy

Resolution approving salary continuation for Major Donald McCarthy.

Item 9r: Executive Session (Struck from Agenda)

Executive session regarding a legal matter, previously struck from the agenda.

Item 9s: Executive Session (Oklahoma City vs. Hilltop Plaza case)

Executive session on advice of municipal counselor regarding a confidential legal communication.

Item 9t: Executive Session (Grievance filed by IAFF on behalf of Colt Hedden)

Executive session on advice of municipal counselor regarding a confidential legal communication.

Item 9y1: Claim recommended for denial

A claim recommended for denial.

Item 10a1: Claims recommended for approval

Claims recommended for approval.

Item 11a: Resolution of the City Council in support of the referendum petition (permitless carry)

Resolution supporting a referendum petition to repeal House Bill 2597, allowing permitless carry.

Item 11b: Resolution authorizing the city manager to initiate a rezoning application (Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District)

Resolution authorizing a rezoning application for a Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District in the 73111 zip code.