THE CITY OF OKLAHOMA CITY
JOURNAL OF COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 15, 2003
I.National Anthem and Pledge of Allegiance.
NATIONAL ANTHEM SUNG BY ELISA (FOSHEE) HEDENBERG
PLEDGE LED BY COUNCILMAN FOSHEE
II.Call to Order. 8:35 a.m.
MAYOR HUMPHREYS PRESIDING.
WILLA JOHNSON AND GUY LEIBMANN ABSENT.
III.From the Office of the Mayor.
Ms. Ellen Williams of Oklahoma City Beautiful awarded the Dash for Trash trophy to Mayor Humphreys, Councilman Bowman, Councilman McAtee, and Councilwoman Simank for their participation in the LitterBlitz campaign.
IV.A.Receive Journal of Council Proceedings for April 8, 2003.
RECEIVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY CORNETT. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK.
B.Approve Journal of Council Proceedings for April 1, 2003.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY CORNETT. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK.
V.Request for Uncontested Continuances.
VIII. A.
5-13-03
RECESS COUNCIL MEETING.
CONVENE AS OKLAHOMA CITY ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE TRUST. 8:45 a.m.
(Five of nine affirmative votes required for approval.)
1.Final acceptance, Project SDR-0201, Emergency Storm Debris Cleanup. Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
ACCEPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK.
ADJOURN OCEAT. 8:45 a.m.
RECONVENE COUNCIL MEETING.
VI.Consent Docket.
A.Ordinances to be introduced and set for final hearing May 6, 2003:
1.(PC-9792) 1228 SW 59th Street from C-3 Community Commercial to R-4 General Residential. Ward 5.
2.(PC-9793) 3910 NW 36th Street from R-1 Single Family Residential to O-2 General Office. Ward 1.
3.(PC-9794) 1826 NW 2nd Street from R-2 Medium Low Density Residential to I-2 Moderate Industrial. Ward 6.
4.(PC-9795) 2921 Cashion Place from O-2 General Office to R-1 Single Family Residential. Ward 2.
5.(PUD-920) 3307 NE 10th Street from R-1 Single Family Residential to PUD-920 Planned Unit Development. Ward 7.
INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING MAY 6, 2003. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
VI.B.1.Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing May 28, 2003, (CE-607) closing a portion of the platted 20-foot alley in Block 23, University Addition, located at 2200 North Western Avenue. Ward 6.
2.Resolution establishing a date for enactment of said ordinance and determining those entitled to notice.
INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING MAY 28, 2003: B. 1. ADOPTED: B. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
C.Resolution accepting the subdivision bond and dedications contained in the final plat of SummerRidge, Phase II, north of NW 164th Street and east of May Avenue. Ward 8.
DEFERRED TO APRIL 29, 2003. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
D.Resolution releasing the irrevocable letter of credit for Rose Creek Sales and Reception Center, south of NW 178th Street and west of May Avenue. Ward 8.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
E.Resolution accepting the irrevocable letter of credit and dedications contained in the final plat of Cedar Ridge Traditions, north of SE 89th Street and east of Sunnylane Road. Ward 4.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
VI.F.Resolution allocating Community Development Block Grant Funds to the Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Public Works Projects Activity for the Medical Center Building Blocks Program Neighborhood, to install sidewalks and other improvements, Kelley Avenue south of NE 23rd Street; increase of $50,000. Ward 7.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
G.Final plans and specifications to be advertised for bids, Project PC-0234, streetscape improvements, SW 25th Street from Shields Boulevard to Walker Avenue. Wards 6 and 7.
APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED. BID RECEIPT DATE: MAY 6, 2003. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
H.Contract for engineering services with Traffic Engineering Consultants, Inc., Project TC-0337, traffic engineering services, April 15, 2003 through June 30, 2003. Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
I.Amendment No. 2 and Change Order No. 2, Project DC-0180, drainage improvements, Virginia Avenue from NW 36th Street to NW 33rd Street, Phase II of drainage study, Project DC-0153, NW 24th Street to NW 41st Street, east of Pennsylvania Avenue; increase of $291,820.65. Ward 2.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
J.Acceptance of permanent easements, Project PC-0171, SW 149th Street, between Pennsylvania Avenue and Western Avenue. Ward 5.
ACCEPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
VI.K.Final acceptance, Project MB-0664, roof replacement, 100 North Walker Avenue Building; and placing maintenance bond into effect. Ward 6.
ACCEPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
L.Revocable Pipeline Permit for New Dominion, L.L.C. to construct and maintain seven oil, gas, and water pipelines, South Sunnylane Road south of SE 59th Street, and crossing a drainage channel west of Sunnylane Road. Ward 4.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
M.Resolution providing for the allocation of proceeds in the amount of $25,000,000 from the 2003 Sale of the 2000 General Obligation Bond Authorization, Proposition No. 1 - Streets, Proposition No. 2 - Bridges, Proposition No. 3 - Traffic Control System, Proposition No. 4 - Drainage Control System, Proposition No. 5 - Parks and Recreation Facilities, Proposition No. 6 - Fire, Proposition No. 7 - Police, Proposition No. 8 - Animal Welfare Facilities, and Proposition No. 9 - Libraries. Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
N.Resolution extending time to award contract and awarding contract to Lot Maintenance of OK, Inc., Project DM-0218, channel cleaning and maintenance, east of Rockwell Avenue from the railroad north of Reno Avenue, south of the North Canadian River and median of Reno Avenue from Vermont Avenue west to the North Canadian River, $44,520; and approving contract and bonds. Ward 3.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
VI.O.Resolution authorizing a Non-Encumbered Contract and Agreement with URETEK USA, Inc., Project MC-0218, purchase polymer fill material for use under concrete, furnish labor and materials to raise and underseal pavement sections, bridge approaches and concrete slabs, from State Contract DCS Number 03533, remainder of Fiscal Year 2002-03. Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
P.Acceptance of:
1.Single Audit Report for the year ended June 30, 2002.
2.Management Report for the period ended June 30, 2002.
ACCEPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
Q.Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing April 22, 2003, relating to Personnel and Retirement Systems; amending Sections 40-131 and 40-132, Division 2, Article III, Chapter 40 of the Oklahoma City Municipal Code, 2002, regarding eligibility in The City of Oklahoma City's deferred compensation program under §457 of the Internal Revenue Code, extending participation in the deferred compensation program to elected officials.
INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING APRIL 22, 2003. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT.
R.Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing April 22, 2003, relating to Motor Vehicles and Traffic, amending Chapter 32 of the Oklahoma City Municipal Code, 2002, amending Section 32-613 to require owners or operators of vehicles using public highways or public streets to maintain liability insurance or other security as set forth by State law.
INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING APRIL 22, 2003. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. MUNICIPAL COURT.
VI.S.Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing April 22, 2003, relating to the General Schedule of Fees, amending Section 60-35-11 of Article III of Chapter 60 increasing cost for weed abatement; amending Section 60-35-16 of Article IV, increasing cost for trash abatement; amending Section 60-35-17 of Article V, increasing cost for boarding and securing structures; and amending Section 60-35-18 of Article V, increasing cost for demolition of dilapidated structures.
INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING APRIL 22, 2003. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT.
T.Resolution approving the payment of $30,022.81 to the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission to resolve Welfare to Work program audit findings by the auditors of the State of Oklahoma.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT.
U.1.Resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to waive service of process and to confess judgment without admission of liability in the amount of $1,848.78 and all costs of the action in the Oklahoma County District Court in the claim filed by Southwestern Bell Telephone.
2.Resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to waive service of process and to confess judgment without admission of liability in the amount of $1,027.02 and all costs of the action in the Oklahoma County District Court in the claim filed by Southwestern Bell Telephone.
3.Resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to waive service of process and to confess judgment without admission of liability in the amount of $952.49 and all costs of the action in the Oklahoma County District Court in the claim filed by Jennifer Lynn Johnston.
VI.U.4.Resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to waive service of process and to confess judgment without admission of liability in the amount of $1,500 and all costs of the action in the Oklahoma County District Court in the claim filed by Derrick A. James.
ADOPTED: U. 1-4. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR'S OFFICE.
V.Resolution approving the Business Operations Agreement with the State of Oklahoma, through the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission, for the usual and regular one-time and monthly charges pursuant to the lease of 1,750 square feet of office space in the Sheridan-Walker Parking Facility, retroactive to July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003, and designating deposit of proceeds.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT.
VII.Concurrence Docket.
A.Concurrence with the Oklahoma City Environmental Assistance Trust in accepting Project SDR-0201, Emergency Storm Debris Cleanup. Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
CONCURRED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
VIII.Items Requiring Separate Votes.
A.Ordinance on final hearing (emergency), (CE-608) closing Neil Avenue and Hester Avenue, west of North Kelley Avenue. Ward 7.
Request for deferral to May 13, 2003.
DEFERRED TO MAY 13, 2003. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
VIII.B.Ordinance on final hearing relating to zoning, amending Chapter 59, Article II, Section 59-2436 of the Oklahoma City Municipal Code, 2002, relating to personal storage.
ADOPTED. ORD. #22,195. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
C.1.Public hearing re:
a.12420 Bell Oak Drive (barn) Ward 7
b.1619 North Kelham Avenue (porch overhang, rear house) Ward 7
c.514 North Laird Avenue (house) Ward 7
d.3300 South Linn Avenue aka 3312 South Linn Avenue (garage) Ward 6
e.2622 West Main Street (commercial building) Ward 6
f.11601 Matthews Avenue (swimming pool) Ward 8
g.831 NE 5th Street (house) Ward 7
h.925 NE 5th Street (garage) Ward 7
i.824 NE 6th Street (carport) Ward 7
j.1517 NW 7th Street (house) Ward 6
k.1129 NW 9th Street (front house, rear house) Ward 6
l.1301 NW 15th Street (house) Ward 6
m.1515 NE 15th Street (garage) Ward 7
n.1205 NE 17th Street (garage, rear shed) Ward 7
o.1420 NE 17th Street (garage apartment) Ward 7
p.124 NW 31st Street (garage) Ward 7
q.605 SE 35th Street (garage, shed) Ward 7
r.1013 SE 40th Street (house) Ward 7
s.10725 Sleepy Hollow Drive (house) Ward 4
Deferred from February 11, 2003.
2.Resolution declaring the structures are dilapidated; directing said structures to be torn down, establishing dates of April 16, 2003 and May 16, 2003 for commencement and completion of removal by owners.
ADOPTED: C. 1. b-g, i, j, l-o, q, s. STRICKEN: C. 1. a, h, k, p, r. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT.
VIII.D.1.Public hearing re:
a.1604 SW Binkley Street (house) Ward 6
b.512 North Laird Avenue (house) Ward 7
c.3629 South Phillips Avenue aka 3601 South Phillips Avenue (house, shed) Ward 7
d.1626 NW 11th Street (garage apartment) Ward 6
e.2700 NW 14th Street (house, shed) Ward 6
f.2621 NE 22nd Street (house) Ward 7
g.2657 SW 39th Street (house) Ward 6
2.Resolution declaring the structures are unsecured.
ADOPTED: D. 1. a-d, f, g. STRICKEN: D. 1. e. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT.
E.Resolution approving the issuance of bonds by the Oklahoma City Industrial and Cultural Facilities Trust in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $5,000,000 for an Aero Oklahoma, LLC project; approving the purpose for which the said bonds are to be issued; and approving the waiving of competitive bidding on the sale of the bonds and the sale thereof by negotiation by less than par value, all within the limits provided by Title 60 Oklahoma Statues 2001, Section 176.
(Three-fourths affirmative vote required to waive competitive bidding).
(Two-thirds affirmative vote required to incur indebtedness).
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR'S OFFICE.
F.Revocable permit for holding the "American Heart Walk", April 26, 2003, sponsored by the American Heart Association. Ward 6.
APPROVED. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
VIII.G.Enter into executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations for fiscal year 2003-04 with Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 123; International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 157; and American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, Local 2406, as authorized by 25 O.S. (2001) §307(B)(2).
STRICKEN. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE.
H.1.Claims recommended for denial:
a.James R. Factory $111.75
b.Dick L. Goodman $129.47
AND/OR
2.Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss the above claims as authorized by 25 O.S. (2001) §307(B)(4).
DENIED AS RECOMMENDED: H. 1. a, b. NO ACTION TAKEN: H. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR'S OFFICE.
IX.A.1.Claims for Approval.
a.Judy Gorton $225
b.Jerry Jordan $308.41
c.Southwestern Bell Telephone $434.59
AND/OR
2.Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss the above claims as authorized by 25 O.S. (2001) §307(B)(4).
APPROVED: A. 1. a-c. NO ACTION TAKEN: A. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR'S OFFICE.
X.Items from Council.
A.Resolution approving travel expenses for Councilwoman Willa Johnson to attend the National League of Cities, Community and Economic Development Spring Steering Committee meeting, May 29-31, 2003, Temecula, California.
(Two-thirds affirmative vote required for approval).
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR HUMPHREYS, CORNETT, BOWMAN, MCATEE, RINEHART, FOSHEE, AND SIMANK.
Mr. Cornett said The City lost a good friend on Saturday. Larry Blankenship, attorney for Crowe and Dunlevy, passed away. Larry lived in Norman but grew up and worked in Oklahoma City. Mr. Cornett said Larry was the executive producer for the television show, The Verdict. Mr. Cornett said Larry will be missed and he sent condolences to his family and to Crowe and Dunlevy.
Mr. Bowman said some of the citizens in the north end of Ward 2, specifically in the Britton area, feel disenfranchised from The City. Mr. Bowman and other Britton community leaders have met with Ed Martin, of the Weed and Seed program from the south side of The City, and are looking for similar public strategy opportunities for the Britton area. He said it is an eight to ten month process to get into the juvenile justice arena, but it seems like a good fit for the Britton area.
Mr. McAtee reminded Westbury North residents there is a meeting Monday, April 21, at 7:00 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Church on SW 15th Street. He said Paul Brum, Public Works Director, and Markwell Paving representatives will be attending the meeting to discuss the project to widen SW 15th Street from Morgan Road to Sara Road.
Mr. McAtee informed the business people in the Meridian Avenue area that he is working with the City Manager to find a better way to control the events surrounding the Auto Show next year.
Mr. Rinehart asked if the issue of trash debris could be addressed in the I-240 area, specifically from Anderson Road to Bryant Avenue. He commented the biggest problem seems to come from private trucks traveling to the landfill with uncovered loads.
Mayor Humphreys said giving them citations would get their attention.
Mr. Foshee agreed that the police could enforce the law by issuing citations for this violation.
X.
Mr. Rinehart congratulated Wendel Whisenhut for the wonderful job that The City does in maintaining the grounds for City Hall.
Mayor Humphreys agreed and said the citizens of Oklahoma City can take great pride in their City Hall.
Mr. Foshee said there was an Aviation Committee meeting this morning concerning the future of Will Rogers World Airport. He said there would be a presentation to the Council at the next meeting.
Mr. Foshee complimented Luther Trent for addressing the traffic congestion issue for the Airport. He said the Airport now has a drop off point at curbside where luggage can be checked. Also, he said the Airport is offering one hour free parking in the parking lot upstairs closest to the terminal so picking up people as they get off the flights can be facilitated.
Mr. Foshee reminded everyone the Judicial Committee meeting will be next Tuesday after the Council meeting.
Ms. Simank thanked Mr. Foshee's daughter for singing the National Anthem today.
Ms. Simank said she recently had a tour of the Pershing Center on General Pershing Boulevard in the Westlawn neighborhood area. She said it is a wonderful facility that has sixty rooms for homeless men during vocational training. There is a couples and family space on one end of the facility. She thanked Larry Bross at City Church for using the funding sources money wisely. She said City Church is a good neighbor and is going to build a public laundromat for the folks in the area. Ms. Simank also thanked Kenyon Morgan who was the architect on the project.
Mayor Humphreys said Ms. Simank was responsible in large part for the success of this project and he thanked her for her work.
Mayor Humphreys said last Wednesday, he and his wife flew to Newark, New Jersey on the Continental non-stop flight. A film crew went with them and it will be shown on Channel 20 soon. He asked everyone to support Continental by using that flight to get to New York City. He said we want this to be a successful venture for Continental because it is a great travel advantage for the people of Oklahoma City who have wanted a non-stop flight to the east coast for years. The Mayor said it was important to use this flight so Oklahoma City wouldn't lose the service.
X.
Mayor Humphreys said Glenn Deck, former City Manager for Oklahoma City, sent an article from the Kansas City Star showcasing the Ford Center Arena. The article discusses how Kansas City wants to develop a new arena. The Mayor said it was really great to be used as an example of how things should be done.
XI.Citizens to be Heard.
XII.City Manager Reports.
1.Filing Requirements for Candidates
Jim Couch, City Manager, said City staff needed direction on how to proceed with the filing requirements for candidates. The City Council agreed to include as a charter change that The City use the same filing requirements as the candidates for state representative use.
2.Proposed Oklahoma City Workforce Investment Area
Linda Hansen, Acting Administrator for the Office of Workforce Development, gave a presentation on the proposal for making Oklahoma City an independent Workforce Investment Area.
3.Information Regarding Trash and Debris Violations
XIII.Adjournment. 9:40 a.m.
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Kirk Humphreys
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Frances Kersey
City Clerk
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James D.Couch
City Manager