THE CITY OF OKLAHOMA CITY
JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 15, 2005

(The agenda was posted on the Council Chamber’s bulletin board at 4:00 p.m. on March 11, 2005)

I. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.

CHAPLAIN BOYD FALLWELL, AMERICAN VOLUNTEER RESERVE

PLEDGE LED BY COUNCILMAN WHITE

II. Call to Order 8:41 a.m.

VICE-MAYOR GARY MARRS PRESIDING.

MAYOR MICK CORNETT AND COUNCILMAN JERRY FOSHEE ABSENT.

III. From the Office of the Mayor.

T. Resolution approving travel expenses for Mayor Mick Cornett while attending briefings at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., March 16-17, 2005.
(Two-thirds affirmative vote required for approval.)

ADOPTED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS.

IV. A. Receive Journal of Council Proceedings for March 8, 2005

RECEIVED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS.

B. Approve Journal of Council Proceedings for March 1, 2005.

APPROVED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS.

V. Request for Uncontested Continuances.

VIII. B.
4-12-05

RECESS COUNCIL MEETING

CONVENE AS OKLAHOMA CITY MUNICIPAL FACILITIES AUTHORITY 8:45 a.m.
(Majority of Quorum required for approval.)

1. Joint Resolution authorizing the Risk Manager and the Trust’s legal counsel not to appeal and to comply with the Order of the Worker’s Compensation Court Claim No. 2004-10310X, styled: Kenneth Timme, Claimant vs. City of Oklahoma City, Respondent.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. FINANCE DEPARTMENT.

2. Joint Request for Proposal to be advertised, administrator to provide services and support for a flexible benefits plan under §125 of the Internal Revenue Code; effective plan year beginning January 1, 2006.

APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED. BID RECEIPT DATE: APRIL 12, 2005. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT.

ADJOURN OCMFA.

CONVENE AS OKLAHOMA CITY PUBLIC PROPERTY AUTHORITY 8:45 a.m.
(Five affirmative votes required for approval.)

1. Receive Consultant Review Committee Report, Project MB-0726, fairgrounds improvements, Jim Norick Arena renovation, New Sales Facility, four new barns, renovate five barns and upgrade Barn 6 Arena and cattle holding area, 500 Land Rush Street, and authorization to negotiate a contract. Ward 6.

RECEIVED AND AUTHORIZED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

2. Resolution authorizing the issuance of the Oklahoma City Public Property Hotel Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2005 in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $57,000,000; waiving competitive bidding on the sale of said bonds and authorizing the sale thereof by negotiation at less than par value, including original issue discount bonds; approving the following documents and authorizing the Chairman or Vice Chairman of the authority to execute and deliver same, to-wit: bond, purchase agreement with certificate of determination, general bond indenture Series 2005 supplemental bond indenture, security agreement, preliminary official statement, official statement, closing order and any and all other documents necessary to consummate issuance of the bonds, to include certification as to continuing disclosure by the authority; ratifying a lease agreement between the City of Oklahoma City and the Authority and agreeing that the term of same shall extend so long any of the bonds remain outstanding and unpaid; providing the determinations and bond insurance, but not requiring the same; authorizing the execution, modification and delivery of necessary documents regarding the bonds and direction of disbursements of proceeds from the sale of the bonds, including payment of the cost of issuance of the bonds as set out in the closing order.
(Three-fourths affirmative vote required to waive competitive bidding).
(Two-thirds affirmative vote required to incur indebtedness).
Deferred from March 8, 2005.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. FINANCE DEPARTMENT.

ADJOURN OCPPA.

CONVENE AS OKLAHOMA CITY ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE TRUST 8:46 a.m.
(Five affirmative votes required for approval.)

1. Resolution authorizing the sole source purchase of two new, latest model MADVAC vacuum litter collectors with options from Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (SS5-C59025), $44,550.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES DEPARTMENT.

ADJOURN OCEAT.

RECONVENE COUNCIL MEETING

VI. Consent Docket

A. Resolution approving an agreement with R.K. Black, Inc. (C54077), lease and maintenance of two Ricoh Aficio 2045E digital copiers, March 15, 2005 through June 30, 2005.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PROCUREMENT DIVISION.

B. Resolution authorizing the open market purchase of document imaging services (OM5-C54013), estimated cost $50,000, retroactive to July 1, 2004 until the new pricing agreement is awarded.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PROCUREMENT DIVISION.

C. Resolution authorizing the sole source purchase of Paratech brand rescue and shoring equipment, estimated cost $70,000, March 15, 2005 through June 30, 2005 (SS5-C55030).

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PROCUREMENT DIVISION.

D. Resolution authorizing the purchase of light bulbs from state contract SW50025 and Addendum #1, estimated cost $30,000, March 15, 2005 through June 30, 2005.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PROCUREMENT DIVISION.

E. Ordinances to be introduced and set for final hearing April 5, 2005:

1. (ABC-582) ABC-1 Alcoholic Beverage Consumption, Restaurant with limited alcohol overlaying the C-3 Community Commercial/Classen Boulevard Overlay District, 3300 North Classen Boulevard. Ward 2.
2. (PC-9937) 2201 SW 104th Street from C-3 Community Commercial to R-1ZL Single Family Residential Zero Lot Line District. Ward 5.
3. (PUD-1069) 2000 NW 150th Street from R-1 Single Family Residential to PUD-1069 Planned Unit Development. Ward 8.
4. (SPUD-348) 639 East Britton Road from PUD-937 Planned Unit Development to SPUD-348 Simplified Planned Unit Development. Ward 7.
5. (SPUD-353) 2932 North Grand Boulevard from PUD-932 Planned Unit Development to SPUD-353 Simplified Planned Unit Development. Ward 2.
6. (SN-044) changing the name of Brookline Place, between SW 82nd Street and SW 84th Street, to South Brookline Place. Ward 5.
7. (SN-045) changing the name of Stiles Avenue, lying between Main Street and NE 4th Street to Russell M. Perry Avenue. Ward 7.
8. (SN-046) changing the name of Camay Avenue, between SW 82nd Street and SW 84th Street to South Camay Avenue. Ward 5.

INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING APRIL 5, 2005: B. 1-8. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.

F. Resolution accepting the dedications contained in the final plat of Chisholm Village, Section 2, south of NW 122nd Street and east of Western Avenue. Ward 2.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.

G. Amendment to Renewal of Operating Agreement with the Community Action Agency of Oklahoma City and Oklahoma Counties, Inc., allowing the full Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area to become a loan-eligible area, March 15, 2005 through December 31, 2009.

APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.

H. Acceptance of Permanent and Temporary Easements:

1. Project DC-0165, storm drainage construction, SW 59th street and Santa Fe Avenue. Wards 4 and 5.
2. Project PC-0231, Project PC-0232, Project PC-0233, right-of-way for Midtown Streetscape Project, NW 10th Street and Walker Avenue. Ward 6.

ACCEPTED: H. 1-2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

I. Final Acceptance Channel Cleaning and Maintenance:

1. Project DM-0230, (four locations). Wards 1, 3 and 6.
2. Project DM-0231, Brock Creek, Westwood Boulevard to the North Canadian River. Ward 6.

ACCEPTED: I. 1-2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

J. Final Acceptance and placing maintenance bonds into effect:

1. Project MP-0322, Construction of Boat Ramp on the Oklahoma River, Durland Avenue and SE 6th Street. Ward 7.
2. Project PR-02-01/02 Phase 2, Resurfacing and/or Reconstruction, (twelve locations). Ward 6.

ACCEPTED AND PLACED INTO EFFECT: J. 1-2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

K. Grant of Permanent Easement to Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company, to supply electrical service to new Young Men’s Christian Association Center, Earlywine Park, SW 119th Street and May Avenue. Ward 5.

GRANTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

L. Resolution approving Right-of-Way, Public Utility and Encroachment Agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Project PC-0158, DEMO-OMAC (001) MT, Job No. 18991(04) Const., (03) Util., (02) R/W, extension and realignment of MacArthur Boulevard, MacArthur Boulevard from SH-152 to SW 74th Street. Ward 3.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

M. Resolution approving Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Integrity Limousine, LLC to operate three vehicles in limousine service,
March 8, 2005 through June 30, 2005.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

N. Resolution approving renewal of contracts, Arrow Wrecker Service, Inc., Zone 1; Puckett’s, Inc., Zone 2; Car Cab Wrecker Service, Inc., Zone 3; and AAAA Wrecker Service, Inc., Zone 4, wrecker services, May 1, 2005 through April 30, 2006; and approving bonds.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

O. Receive the Semi-Annual Report of the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area Public Schools Trust.

RECEIVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MAPS PROJECT OFFICE.

P. Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing March 22, 2005, relating to the Sewers and Sewage Disposal, amending Chapter 47 of the Oklahoma City Municipal Code, 2002, by amending Article VII by creating a new Section 47-218 authorizing waivers and variances of specific pollutants.

INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING MARCH 22, 2005. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES DEPARTMENT.

Q. Resolution directing the City Engineer to prepare an assessment plat; preliminary plans and specifications; total cost estimates and to describe the property to be included in the proposed Water Improvement District Water Project WC-0460, Silver Lake Addition, north MacArthur Boulevard and south Shore Drive. Ward 1.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES DEPARTMENT.

R. Joint Resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing the Risk Manager and the Trust’s legal counsel not to appeal and to comply with the Order of the Worker’s Compensation Court Claim No. 2004-10310X, styled: Kenneth Timme, Claimant vs. City of Oklahoma City, Respondent.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. FINANCE DEPARTMENT.

S. Resolution authorizing destruction of claim vouchers and attachments, payroll and garnishment records, checks, bonds, and old financial records from fiscal years 1996-97, 1997-98, 1998-99 and prior years, and claim vouchers and attachments, and checks, as stored electronically in the Finance Department.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. FINANCE DEPARTMENT.

T. Joint Request for Proposal with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority, to be advertised, administrator to provide services and support for a flexible benefits plan under § 125 of the Internal Revenue Code; effective plan year beginning January 1, 2006.

APPROVED AND AUTHORIZED. BID RECEIPT DATE: APRIL 12, 2005. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. 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 $1,711.83 and all costs of the action in the Oklahoma County District Court in the claim filed by Patrick and Rachelle Jackson.

2. Resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to waive service of process and to confess judgment without admission of liability in the amount of $2,577.27 and all costs of the action in the Oklahoma County District Court in the claim filed by Phillip and Emily Rhodes.
3. Resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to waive service of process and to confess judgment without admission of liability in the amount of $7,819 and all costs of the action in the Oklahoma County District Court in the claim filed by Sherman Scally.

ADOPTED: U. 1-3. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.

V. Agreement with the Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation pertaining to the transfer and maintenance of City documents related to the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building.

APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE.

W. Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of the Seventh Amended Loan/Grant Agreement with the Oklahoma City Industrial and Cultural Facilities Trust for operation, maintenance and improvement of the Journal Record Building and ancillary facilities and for acquisition of the parking facility located at NW 5th Street and Robinson Avenue and requesting the trust to purchase and operate the said parking facility, and increasing the loan amount by $995.000.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.

VII. Concurrence Docket.

VIII. Items Requiring Separate Votes.

A. Ordinance on final hearing (emergency) recommended for approval (five affirmative votes required for approval.) (SPUD-347) 4200 Hemingway from SPUD-218 Simplified Planned Unit Development to SPUD-347 Simplified Planned Unit Development. Ward 2.
Deferred from March 8, 2005.

ADOPTED WITHOUT EMERGENCY AS AMENDED. ORD. #22,685. AMENDMENT: TO INCLUDE TREELINE OF THIRTY FEET CENTERS ACROSS FENCE LINE. MOVED BY BOWMAN, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.

B. Ordinance on final hearing (emergency) (CE-644) closing Platinum Lane between Copper Creek Addition and Fenwick Addition, south of NW 172nd Street. Ward 8.

DEFERRED TO APRIL 12, 2005. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.

C. 1. Public Hearing regarding dilapidated structures:

a. 1318 Louise Avenue (garage) Ward 6
b. 222 North Tuttle Street, AKA 224 North Tuttle Street (middle and rear houses) Ward 6
c. 2112 SW 9th Street (garage, house and porch) Ward 6
d. 2116 SW 9th Street (garage) Ward 6
e. 2209 SW 9th Street (house) Ward 6
f. 1924 SW 10th Street (house) Ward 6
g. 7116 NW 10th Street (well house) Ward 3
h. 1135 NW 12th Street (apartment) Ward 6
i. 2913 SW 12th Street (east and west houses) Ward 6
j. 428 NE 14th Street (house) Ward 7
k. 1405 NW 21st Street (garage) Ward 6
l. 2039 NW 22nd Street (garage) Ward 6
m. 1442 NW 25th Street (shed) Ward 2
n. 1205 NW 30th Street (garage) Ward 2
o. 1533 NE 47th Street (sheds) Ward 7

2. Resolution declaring structures are dilapidated; directing said structures to be torn down, establishing dates of March 16, 2005 and April 15, 2005 for commencement and completion of removal by owners.

ADOPTED AS AMENDED: C. 1. a-f, h-k, n-o. STRICKEN: C. 1. g, m. DEFERRED TO APRIL 12, 2005: C. 1. l. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. ABSENT: BOWMAN AND MCATEE. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT.

D. 1. Public Hearing regarding unsecured structures:

a. 716 NW 6th Street (duplex) Ward 6
b. 1511 NW 15th Street (house and shed) Ward 6
c. 1021 NE 18th Street (house) Ward 7
d. 820 NW 21st Street (garage apartment) Ward 6
e. 1204 SE 23rd Street (house) Ward 7
f. 2056 NE 30th Street (house) Ward 7
g. 2301 SW 31st Street (house and shed) Ward 6
h. 1013 NW 45th Street (house) Ward 2
i. 1533 NE 47th Street (house) Ward 7
j. 1602 SW 77th Place (house and shed) Ward 5
2. Resolution declaring structures are unsecured.

ADOPTED AS AMENDED: D. 1. b-c, e-f, i-j. STRICKEN: D. 1. a, d, g, h. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY DOBBS. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT.

E. 1. Public Hearing and Presentation of the proposed Oklahoma River Redevelopment Project Plan, Increment Districts No. 4 and No. 5.

2. Announcement of March 29, 2005, as the date of the Second Public Hearing and Presentation of the proposed Oklahoma River Redevelopment Project Plan.

3. Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing on March 29, 2005, approving and adopting the Oklahoma River Redevelopment Project Plan; adopting certain findings with respect to eligibility and financial impacts; establishing Increment Districts No. 4 and No. 5, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; designating the Project Area and Increment District boundaries; authorizing The City of Oklahoma City, to carry out and administer the Project Plan; authorizing the Oklahoma City Urban Renewal Authority and the Oklahoma City Redevelopment Authority to issue Bonds or other indebtedness to finance certain provisions of the Project Plan; ratifying and confirming the actions, findings and recommendations of the Review Committee and Planning Commission.

PUBLIC HEARING HELD: E. 1. ANNOUNCED SECOND PUBLIC HEARING MARCH 29, 2005: E. 2. INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING MARCH 29, 2005: E. 3. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.

F. Resolution authorizing and directing the Planning Department to initiate a rezoning process of parcels of land in and around downtown Oklahoma City as defined by the Downtown Oklahoma City Strategic Action Plan 2010, and generally located between NW 13th Street, SW 7th Street (the new route of Interstate 40), Western Avenue and Interstate 235, redefining, amending and expanding the “C-CBD” Central Business District, repealing the “C-CBDF” Central Business District Fringe, creating a new zoning district to be known as “DTD” Downtown Transitional District, and rezoning certain parcels within this area from the current zoning district to “C-CBD” or “DTD.” Wards 6 and 7.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY DOBBS. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.

G. Resolution approving the incurrence of indebtedness by the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority by the issuance of Hotel Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2005 relating to the improvement at the City’s fairgrounds leased to the Authority; authorizing the sale of said bonds by the Authority at negotiated sale and at a price less than par; ratifying a lease of the fairgrounds and authorizing extensions, if necessary; approving a security agreement relating to the hotel tax; a continuing disclosure agreement; and containing other provisions related thereto.
(Two-thirds affirmative vote required to incur indebtedness).
Deferred from March 8, 2005.

ADOPTED. MOVED BY DOBBS, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. FINANCE DEPARTMENT.

H. Revocable permit for holding a Saint Patrick’s Day Festival and Basketball Festival in Bricktown, sponsored by Fourth Floor Investments, LLC dba: SKKYBAR Ultra Lounge, March 17-18, 2005. Ward 7.

APPROVED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.

I. 1. Cancel Revocable Permit approved on August 17, 2004, with OKC-Bricktown Water Sports Association, LLC, drag boat race, July 8-10, 2005, Oklahoma River between Byers Avenue and I-35. Ward 7.

2. Revocable Permit with OKC-Bricktown Water Sports Association, LLC, drag boat race, July 8-10, 2005, Oklahoma River between Byers Avenue and I-35, Regatta Park, and the area bounded by Byers Avenue, SE 4th Street and Laird Avenue. Ward 7.

CANCELED: I.1. APPROVED: I.2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT.

J. 1. Claim recommended for denial:

a. Bruce Foster $154
AND/OR

2. Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss the above claim as authorized by 25 O.S. (2001) §307 (B)(4).

DENIED: J. 1. a. NO ACTION TAKEN: J. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY DOBBS. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.

IX. A. 1. Claims for Approval.

a. Eloise Bentley $401.57
b. Amy Clark $145.40
c. Christy Myers $83.65
d. Russell Watt $549.44
e. Jean Worthen $210.33
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-e. NO ACTION TAKEN: A. 2. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: VICE-MAYOR MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, WHITE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.

X. Items from Council.

Councilwoman Simank attended the National League of Cities Conference in Washington, D.C. She reported the Federal government is discussing moving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) under a smaller agency, which is ill equipped to administer the CDBG program. She said the focus of the National League of Cities was to save the CDBG program, which has been an important contributor toward community development. She encouraged constituents to contact their Congressmen to voice their support of the CDBG program, to maintain CDBG funding at the current level and not to move it. She announced the National League of Cities has a website with a form letter that facilitates easy access to a constituent’s Congressman by simply entering their name and e-mail address. The address is www.nlc.org. Vice-Mayor Marrs also noted most Congressmen prefer e-mail because regular mail is screened so heavily, due to the anthrax incident, that it is too slow.

Councilwoman Johnson thanked Councilwoman Simank for bringing the CDBG issue to the attention of the Council and constituents. She encouraged residents to take advantage of this opportunity to contact their Congressmen, noting residents are not only council constituents, but Congressional constituents as well. She concurred that moving the CDBG program to the smaller Economic Development Agency was not practical and would kill the program. She stated Ward 7 would not be what it is today without CDBG funds. Many of the City’s recreational facilities and a majority of low-income housing are direct results of CDBG funding.

Councilwoman Johnson announced she has been appointed to serve on the National League of Cities Advisory Board. The Advisory Board will be directing future efforts of the NLC. Also, she thanked Councilman Bowman for attending a Community Economic Development Policy meeting, Councilman McAtee for his continued service on the Human Development Committee and Vice-Mayor Marrs for starting his term on the Public Safety Committee.

Councilwoman Johnson is also serving on the Central Cities Council, which met on Sunday evening to discuss funding mechanisms for cities, especially cities that do not receive property tax. She will bring forward more information to Council as it develops. Finally, she expressed her gratitude toward the constituents for allowing her to serve Oklahoma City at the National League of Cities.

Councilman Dobbs welcomed Books a Million, the third largest retailer of books in the nation, to Oklahoma City on March 11, 2005. He announced the Crystal Bridge would have free admission on March 25, 2005 in honor of their birthday. He encouraged students to apply early for jobs within the Parks Department. There will be openings for grounds crews, lifeguards and recreation leaders. On March 12, 2005 the City Zoo had a record-breaking attendance day. He attributed the record to the warm weather and the new Koala exhibit. He encouraged residents to visit the Koalas during their limited stay at the Oklahoma City Zoo.

Councilman Dobbs reported he had a very good meeting with the Deer Creek School Superintendent regarding population issues, future projects and their involvement in the State Highway 74 Project.

Councilman Dobbs stated Oklahoma City is a city on the move, becoming the city of choice for so many people. He is excited about the future projects the City has and is happy to see residents taking an active role.

Councilman Bowman reported he attended a press conference hosted by the Mayor of Washington, D.C. and the Mayor of Indianapolis on the second day of the NLC Conference. The mayors discussed the three worst problems cities face. The first was unfunded mandates to cities, the increasing cost of health care and traffic congestion. Councilman Bowman stated he would like to see the City stay ahead of the curve in regards to traffic congestion and new development. He spoke to the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments Director asking him to notify the City if any State or Federal traffic grants become available. He would like Oklahoma City to work in conjunction with ACOG on traffic issues.

Councilman McAtee reported he attended a briefing at the NLC Conference regarding the education of our children, framed under the “No Child Left Behind Program”. He was excited to be a constituent from Oklahoma City, where MAPS for Kids is a cutting edge approach to addressing the problems our country faces in regards to inner city schools. The residents of Oklahoma City should be proud for approving the MAPS for Kids program and addressing infrastructure, technology, transportation and curriculum issues within our schools. He echoed Mayor Cornett’s statement that MAPS for Kids must succeed. The program needs to stay a number one priority for the Council.

Councilman McAtee encouraged residents to attend the Hilldale Neighborhood Association meeting tonight, which he and Mrs. McAtee will be attending. Muskgrave Pennington will also be holding their meeting tonight. He will also be welcoming the National Christian Homeschool Basketball Tournament to Oklahoma City tonight. The tournament will be held at Southern Nazarene University through Saturday night. He also reported the National Collegiate Athletic Association will be in Oklahoma City on Friday and Sunday evenings.

Councilman White reported he was unable to attend the NLC Conference. His alma mater, Southeast High School won the 2005 State Basketball Championship. Councilman White reported he is having major problems in his ward with wild dogs. He said the Animal Welfare Department is working very hard to address the wild dog problems, but there aren’t enough resources available to employees chasing wild dogs. He encouraged Council to find alternative funding sources to support the Animal Welfare Department. He said animal problems directly affect the quality of life in neighborhoods across the city.

Councilwoman Simank concurred with Councilman White, noting that pet owners need to be responsible for their pets. Recently, there was a Pit Bull attack on a small child. She has seen residents walking their dogs without leashes, which is a violation of the City Ordinance. She, herself, is afraid of strange dogs. She suggested the City develop a public information campaign to encourage pet owner responsibility.

Councilman White agreed pet owner responsibility is a significant factor in this problem. He stated this is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. He is encouraged by suggestions from the Revenue Enhancement Committee on alternative funding sources for Animal Welfare. He stated staff response has been outstanding; there is just not enough staff to address the problem.

Councilwoman Johnson concurred but noted there is not enough money to address the loose dog problem. She reported pet owners in her ward drop off animals illegally in order to avoid euthanasia of the animal. She concurred there is a lack of responsibility among pet owners.

Councilman Bowman interjected stating it is not a stray animal issue but the priority one calls regarding wild animals. He currently understands that animal control only has the capability of responding to fifty percent of its priority one calls within 24 hrs. The Council needs to address budget aspects of the department and find funding sources.

XI. City Manager Reports

XII. Citizens to be Heard.

Ronnald Cobb, 2101 North Palomino Drive, is working on securing the structure and requested a forty-five day extension. Vice-Mayor Marrs noted the item was not on the current agenda and encouraged Mr. Cobb to work with staff regarding this location.

Marva Prince, 428 NE 14th Street, stated she is repairing the fire damage to this structure. Councilwoman Johnson directed Ms. Prince to Neighborhood Services regarding the vehicles and developing a time frame for addressing the property violations.

Ms. Prince also addressed the previous Council comments regarding wild dogs. A Rottweiler attacked her in her neighborhood as she walked her daughter to the bus stop. She suggested Council focus on developing harsher laws regarding animal control.

XIII. Adjournment 10:34 a.m.

ATTEST:

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Gary Marrs
Vice-Mayor

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Frances Kersey M. T. Berry
City Clerk Assistant City Manager