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Council Chambers Old Central Building 109 North Birch, Owasso, OK
Tuesday, June 8, 2021 - 6:00 PM
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
Mayor /Chair Bill Bush
2. Discussion relating to a proposed amendment to the Policy Guide for implementation of the
Owasso Redbud District Project Plan and Increment District No. 1
Chelsea Levo Feary
3. Discussion relating to a request for annexation (OA 21 -03) and rezoning (OZ 21 -04) - 9.95
acres located at at 11121 North 1291h East Avenue from Agriculture (AG) to Residential
Single - Family High Density (RS -3)
Alexa Beemer
4. Discussion relating to the proposed FY 2021 -2022 Annual Operating Budget
Warren Lehr /Linda Jones
5. Discussion relating to a budget amendment for fiscal year end supplemental appropriations
of excess sales tax revenue
Linda Jones
6. Discussion relating to City /Authority Manager items
Warren Lehr
A. Monthly sales tax report
B. Various Citizen Board and Committee appointments
C. City Manager report -
7. City Councilor /Trustee comments and inquiries
8. Adjournment
Notice of Public Meeting filed in the office of the City Clerk on Friday, December 11, 2020, and
the Agenda posted at City Hall, 200 South Main Street, at 6:00 pm on Friday, June 4, 2021.
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Chelsea Levo Feary, CEcD
Director of Economic Development
SUBJECT: Amendment to Owasso Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 Policy Guide
DATE: June 4, 2021
BACKGROUND:
On April 4, 2017, the Owasso City Council approved Resolution 2017 -01, approving the Policy
Guide for the implementation of the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan and District No. 1 and
the formula for determining the sales tax increments generated from the Increment District. The
purpose of the Project Plan is to help the City achieve development objectives by authorizing
the appropriate and necessary public support and assistance for development while enhancing
the area. This action was instrumental in launching Owasso's Redbud District toward
redeveloping and revitalizing Owasso's downtown. Since approval of the Tax Increment
Finance, two local developers have invested over $16 million, existing businesses have
experienced increased revenues, and the City constructed a $2.3 million festival park creating a
space for events, gatherings, recreation, and more.
In the past eighteen (18) months, interest in development in the Redbud District has
decelerated. Due to the public health emergency posed by the spread of COVID -19
throughout Oklahoma and the countermeasures and restrictions put in place to manage that
emergency, developers, and development projects have experienced delays. Additionally, the
construction of Redbud Festival Park has also contributed to those delays in development
projects.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR AMENDING THE PROJECT PLAN:
In the interest of continuing to attract development projects in Owasso's Redbud District, it
would be consistent with the purpose and objectives of the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan
to extend the dates of completion of construction relevant to Development Project Assistance in
Section III (A) (5) of the Policy Guide by a period of two (2) years to account for these delays and
to promote the continued implementation of the Project Plan and development within the
Project Area. Section Four of Resolution 2017 -01, approving the project plan, granted City staff
authority to take necessary or appropriate actions, including minor amendments and revisions to
the Policy Guide for City Council approval.
The two -year extensions are proposed in the attached Resolution. For projects completed by
June 30, 2023, (currently June 30, 2021,) the maximum amount of assistance in development
financing that the developer may receive is 12% of hard costs of the construction of
improvements on the developer's property. For projects completed between July 1, 2023
(currently July 1, 2021)and June 30, 2027, (currently June 30, 2025) the maximum amount of
assistance in development financing that the developer may receive is 10% of hard costs of the
construction of improvements on the developer's property. For projects completed between
July 1, 2027, (currently July 1, 2025) and June 30, 2031, (currently June 30, 2029) the maximum
amount of assistance in development financing that the developer may receive is 8% of hard
costs of the construction of improvements on the developer's property. For projects completed
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after June 30, 2031, (currently June 30, 2029) through the end of the life of the Increment District,
the maximum amount of assistance in development financing that the developer may receive is
6% of hard costs of the construction of improvements on the developer's property. The issuance
of a Certificate of Occupancy by the City shall determine project completion.
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ATTACHMENTS:
Proposed Resolution
Resolution 2017 -01
Owasso Redbud District and Increment District No. 1 Policy Guide
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CITY OF OWASSO
RESOLUTION 2021 -XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OWASSO, OKLAHOMA, APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE POLICY GUIDE FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE OWASSO REDBUD
DISTRICT PROJECT PLAN AND INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, CITY OF OWASSO
WHEREAS, the City of Owasso, Oklahoma ( "City "), pursuant to the Oklahoma Local
Development Act, 62 O.S. §850, et seq. ( "Act "), adopted Ordinance 1093, effective December
20, 2016, approving the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan ( "Project Plan ") and establishing
Increment District No. 1, City of Owasso, a sales tax and ad valorem increment district
( "Increment District "); and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Project Plan is to help the City achieve its development
objectives by authorizing the appropriate and necessary public support and assistance for the
development and enhancement of the area surrounding Main Street; known as the Redbud
District ( "Project Area "), as a special and unique place within Owasso, a place to live, work,
shop, and play; and
WHEREAS, the Project Plan supports the City's efforts to achieve its development
objectives, improve the quality of life for its citizens, stimulate private investment, and enhance
the tax base, thereby making possible investment that would be difficult without the adoption of
the Project Plan and the apportionment of incremental ad valorem and sales fax revenues; and
WHEREAS, the Project Plan authorizes the allocation of incremental revenues to an
apportionment fund to be used to pay authorized Project Costs, including public infrastructure,
facilities, and improvements, and assistance in development financing; and
WHEREAS, in order to provide guidance regarding the allocation of assistance in
development financing authorized by the Project Plan, the City approved Resolution 2017 -01 on
April 4, 2017, adopting the Policy Guide for the implementation of the Project Plan and
Increment District No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the Policy Guide details the procedures and requirements for providing
assistance in development financing through three categories of such assistance, including
Development Project Assistance, Small Business Enhancements, and Employment generation
Assistance (all as defined in the Policy Guide); and
WHEREAS, the Policy Guide explains that financial assistance under the Development
Project Assistance category may be available at varying levels for projects, depending on the
amount of construction costs, based on the date of completion of such projects; and
WHEREAS, the Policy Guide in Section III(A) (5) specifically states the following:
1. For projects completed by June 30, 2021, the maximum amount of assistance
in development financing that a developer may receive is 12% of hard costs
of construction of improvements on such developer's property.
2. For projects completed between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2025, the
maximum amount of assistance in development financing that a developer
may receive is 10% of hard costs of construction of improvements on such
developer's property.
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3. For projects completed between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2029, the amount
of assistance in development financing that a developer may receive is 8% of
hard costs of construction of improvements on such developer's property.
4. For projects completed after June 30, 2029 through the end of the life of
Increment District No. 1, the amount of assistance in development financing
that a developer may receive is 6% of hard costs of construction of
improvements on such developer's property.
WHEREAS, many developers within the Project Area have experienced delays due to the
public health emergency posed by the spread of COVID -19 throughout Oklahoma and the
countermeasures and restrictions put in place in order to manage that emergency; and
WHEREAS, the construction of Redbud Festival Park within the Project Area has also
contributed to delays in development projects immediately surrounding it; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to extend the dates of completion of construction relevant to
Development Project Assistance in Section III(A)(5) of the Policy Guide by a period of two years
to account for these delays and to promote the continued implementation of the Project Plan
and development within the Project Area; and
WHEREAS, the City hereby finds that the amendment to the Policy Guide contained in
Section One of this Resolution immediately below is appropriate, desirable, should be approved
and utilized by City staff for the continued implementation of the Project Plan and Increment
District No. 1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OWASSO, THAT:
Section One: Section III (A) (5) of the Policy Guide is hereby amended to read as follows:
For projects completed by June 30, 2023, the maximum amount of assistance in
development financing that the developer may receive is 12% of hard costs of
the construction of improvements on the developer's property. For projects
completed between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2027, the maximum amount of
assistance in development financing that the developer may receive is 10% of
hard costs of the construction of improvements on the developer's property. For
projects completed between July 1, 2027 and June 30, 2031, the maximum
amount of assistance in development financing that the developer may receive
is 8% of hard costs of the construction of improvements on the developer's
property. For projects completed after June 30, 2031 through the end of the life
of the Increment District, the maximum amount of assistance in development
financing that the developer may receive is 6% of hard costs of the construction
of improvements on the developer's property. The issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy by the City shall determine project completion.
Project
June 30, 2023
June 30, 2027
June 30, 2031
End of
Completion
Increment District
Percentage of
12%
10%
8%
6%
Construction
Costs
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Section Two: City staff is further directed to utilize the Policy Guide as hereby amended for the
implementation of the Project Plan and Increment District No. 1.
Section Three: Except as amended by this Resolution, the Policy Guide and the authorizations
and directions made by Resolution 2017 -01 are ratified and confirmed.
Section Four: City staff is hereby authorized to take such actions as may be necessary or
appropriate, including making minor amendments and revisions to the Policy
Guide, as amended by this Resolution, applications, and forms for administrative
purposes, to implement this approval and the provisions of the Policy Guide, as
amended.
ATTEST
xxx, City Clerk
(SEAL)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
xxx, City Attorney
PASSED AND APPROVED this _ day of June, 2021
xxxx, Mayor
CITY OF OWASSO
RESOLUTION 2017.01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OWASSO, OKLAHOMA, APPROVING THE
POLICY GUIDE FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE OWASSO REDBUD DISTRICT
PROJECT PLAN AND INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, CITY OF OWASSO
WHEREAS, the City of Owasso, Oklahoma ( "City "), pursuant to the Oklahoma
Local Development Act, 62 O.S. §850, et seq. ( "Act "), adopted Ordinance 1093,
effective December 20, 2016, approving the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan
( "Project Plan ") and establishing Increment District No. 1, City of Owasso, a sales tax
and ad valorem increment district ( "Increment District "); and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Project Plan is to help the City achieve its
development objectives by authorizing the appropriate and necessary public support
and assistance for the development and enhancement of the area surrounding Main
Street, known as the Redbud District, as a special and unique place within Owasso, a
place to live, work, shop, and play ( "Project "); and
WHEREAS, the Project Plan supports the City's efforts to achieve its development
objectives, improve the quality of life for its citizens, stimulate private investment, and
enhance the tax base, thereby making possible investment that would be difficult
without the adoption of the Project Plan and the apportionment of incremental ad
valorem and sales tax revenues; and
WHEREAS, the Project Plan authorizes the allocation of incremental revenues to
an apportionment fund to be used to pay authorized Project Costs, including public
infrastructure, facilities, and improvements, and assistance in development financing;
and
WHEREAS, in order to provide guidance regarding the allocation of assistance in
development financing authorized by the Project Plan, it is appropriate and desirable
to have an implementation document that describes general guidelines for such
allocations; and
WHEREAS, City staff and its consultants have created such implementation
document entitled Policy Guide; and
WHEREAS, the City hereby finds that the proposed Policy Guide is appropriate,
desirable, should be approved, and utilized by City staff for the implementation of the
Project Plan and Increment District No. 1.
THAT:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OWASSO,
Section One: The Policy Guide is hereby approved and City staff is hereby
directed to utilize the Policy Guide for the implementation of the
Project Plan and Increment District No. 1.
Section Two: Consistent with the Policy Guide, City staff is hereby authorized to
accept and review applications for assistance in development
financing submitted pursuant to the Policy Guide and to take
such other actions as may be necessary or appropriate to
analyze such applications.
Section Three: City staff is hereby directed to negotiate the terms of
development agreements consistent with the Policy Guide based
upon submitted applications and to submit such development
agreements to the Owasso Public Works Authority for
consideration and approval, as appropriate.
Section Four: City staff is hereby authorized to take such actions as may be
necessary or appropriate, including making minor amendments
and revisions to the Policy Guide, applications, and forms for
administrative purposes, to implement this approval and the
provisions of the Policy Guide.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 41h day of April, 2017
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Approved April 4, 2017
POLICY GUIDE
For the Implementation of the
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INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, CITY OF OWASSO
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POLICY GUIDE
I. Introduction
The City of Owasso, Oklahoma ( "City "), consistent with the Oklahoma Local Development Act, 62
O.S. §850, et seq., on December 20, 2016, through the adoption of Ordinance 1093, approved
the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan ( "Project Plan ") and established Increment District No.
1, City of Owasso ( "Increment District "). The goal of the Project Plan is to develop the area
surrounding Main Street, known as the Redbud District, achieve the City's development
objectives, improve the quality of life for its citizens, stimulate private investment, and enhance
the tax base. The Increment District allows the City to support public and private projects using
incremental growth in property and sales taxes. The Project Plan authorizes the allocation of
incremental revenues to a special fund to be used to pay authorized Project Costs, including
public infrastructure, facilities, and improvements, and assistance in development financing.
The Project Plan defines the boundaries of the Project Area and the Increment District. The
Increment District is the area where incremental revenues generated by new development are
collected. The Project Area is the area where those incremental revenues can be spent. The
Project Area and Increment District are coextensive and are depicted in Exhibit A.
This Policy Guide outlines the goals and objectives of the Project Plan and Increment District, and
describes generally how assistance in development financing may be provided by allocation of
tax increment revenues to assist development projects, small businesses, and job generation
projects. Nothing contained in this Policy Guide binds or obligates the City or the Owasso Public
Works Authority (OPWA). Should the provisions of a development agreement or contract
approved by the City Council or the OPWA deviate from the provisions of the Policy Guide, the
development agreement or contract will control.
II. Objectives of the Project Plan
The goal of the Project Plan is to encourage development of the City's original downtown, now
known as the Redbud District, into a special and unique place within the City; a place for residents
and visitors to live, work, shop, and play. The Increment District will support public and private
projects. The City's objectives include:
• Achieve the development goals and objectives for the Redbud District contained in the
Downtown Master Plan, the Downtown Overlay District Plan, and the GrOwasso 2030
Land Use Master Plan.
• To preserve and enhance the tax base and make possible investment, development, and
economic growth that would otherwise be difficult without the project and the
apportionment of incremental ad valorem and sales tax revenues.
• To support the creation of attractive, high - quality, and viable mixed -use developments to
draw residents and visitors.
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• Where appropriate, to support the development, improvement, and /or expansion of light
industry to increase employment.
• To encourage existing property and business owners in the Redbud District to invest, and
to attract new investment and business to the Project Area.
• To provide start -up and incubator space to new and expanding businesses and to promote
small- business - friendly opportunities for innovation and collaboration in the Project Area.
• To stimulate and promote the Redbud District as a walkable, vibrant destination.
• To provide a public benefit through the construction of public infrastructure and
improvements to allow for development to occur in the area.
All ad valorem and sales tax increment generated in the Increment District is available to (1)
reimburse the City or other public entities for expenditures made towards Public Infrastructure,
Facilities, and Improvements, (2) provide assistance in development financing through
Development Project Assistance, Small Business Enhancements, and Employment Generation
Assistance, and (3) pay Implementation and Administration. The City has a strong preference for
utilizing incremental revenues for public infrastructure and improvements, including those
aspects of private developments that provide a public benefit through the creation or
enhancement of the public space, building facade, or street front presence, and encouragement
of walkability and access throughout the Project Area.
III. Assistance in Development Financing
There are three eligible categories of assistance in development financing: (A) Development
Project Assistance, (B) Small Business Enhancements, and (C) Employment Generation
Assistance. Assistance in development financing is not available for the development of single -
family homes or for entities seeking assistance related to a property that is exempt from paying
property taxes.
A. Development Proiect Assistance
1. Development Project Assistance may be available to a developer proposing to
develop on vacant property within the Increment District or significantly renovate or rehabilitate
an existing structure on property within the Increment District. To be considered for
Development Project Assistance, such investment must be in an amount of more than
$200,000.00 based upon the hard costs of the construction of the improvements. The developer
must own the property that it is seeking to develop or renovate. To be eligible for Development
Project Assistance, projects must follow design and density standards as adopted by the City in
the Downtown Overlay District Plan, attached as Exhibit B.
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2. A developer seeking Development Project Assistance must submit an application
to an Application Review Committee, made up of representatives of the following: the City
Manager's Office, the Finance Department, the Economic Development Department, the City
Attorney's Office, and the Community Development Department. The form of application is
included here as Exhibit C. The Application Review Committee will review the application for
compatibility with the Project Plan and the Downtown Overlay District Plan, evaluate the
qualifications of the applicant, including financial capacity and experience, and recommend
appropriate performance parameters and requirements.
3. Upon recommendation by the Application Review Committee that the proposed
development is eligible to receive Development Project Assistance, a development agreement
between the applicant and the OPWA will be presented to the applicant. The development
agreement will obligate the developer to make ad valorem payments on the property and to
meet certain density and design criteria consistent with this Policy Guide and the Downtown
Overlay District Plan. The development agreement will detail the incremental revenues available
to pay the assistance in development financing and the timeline upon which they will be paid,
subject to availability. Upon review and discussion regarding the terms of the development
agreement, the development agreement will be provided to the OPWA for its consideration.
Upon approval by the OPWA of the development agreement, assistance in development
financing will be provided as detailed in the development agreement and described here,
provided there is no default under the development agreement.
4. For projects receiving Development Project Assistance with construction costs
over $4,000,000, the developer may be required to enter into a covenant imposing a minimum
ad valorem payment or payment in lieu of taxes for the life of the Increment District. The
minimum ad valorem payment will be based on the hard costs of the construction of
improvements. The covenant shall run with the land and shall provide that, should the amount
billed by the County Assessor be less than the agreed upon minimum ad valorem payment, such
additional amount may be billed by the OPWA.
5. For projects completed by June 30, 2021, the maximum amount of assistance in
development financing that the developer may receive is 12% of hard costs of the construction
of improvements on the developer's property. For projects completed between July 1, 2021 and
June 30, 2025, the maximum amount of assistance in development financing that the developer
may receive is 10% of hard costs of the construction of improvements on the developer's
property. For projects completed between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2029, the amount of
assistance in development financing that the developer may receive is 8% of hard costs of the
construction of improvements on the developer's property. For projects completed after June
30, 2029 through the end of the life of the Increment District, the amount of assistance in
development financing that the developer may receive is 6% of hard costs of the construction of
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improvements on the developer's property. The issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy by the
City shall determine project completion.
Project
June 30, 2021
June 30, 2025
June 30, 2029
End of
Completion
Increment District
Percentage of
12%
10%
8%
6%
Construction Costs
6. The hard costs of the construction of improvements on a project will be
determined and verified by the Application Review Committee prior to the payment of any
Development Project Assistance. The receipt of Development Project Assistance is conditioned
upon the developer's payment of taxes on its property and upon an increase in taxable value of
the property. The amount available for Development Project Assistance for a project is limited
based on the amount of incremental revenues generated by the project. Development Project
Assistance will not be available until the project is completed and incremental revenues
generated by the project are received. There is no guarantee of the availability and timing of
funds for Development Project Assistance.
B. Small Business Enhancements
1. Beginning July 1, 2019, Small Business Enhancements may be available to any
retail, restaurant, or personal service small business within the Increment District proposing to
enhance the exterior of the structure in which the business is located, provide streetscape
improvements, enhance signage or access, or otherwise improve the appearance of the exterior
of the business. To be eligible for Small Business Enhancements, projects must follow design and
density standards as adopted by the City in the Downtown Overlay District Plan, attached as
Exhibit B.
2. A Small Business Enhancement may be provided to assist in improvements and
appearances of the physical exterior or exterior elements of the property where the business is
located. Examples of such improvements include, but are not limited to, new or upgraded
exterior signage, new exterior paint, art installation, landscape improvements, window orawning
improvements, accessibility improvements, streetscape improvements, sidewalk improvements,
parking additions or improvements, the installation of an outdoor seating or gathering space, or
other visual improvements to the property. A Small Business Enhancement is a 50% match of
the cost of the approved improvements. The applicant will be reimbursed by the OPWA at the
completion of the approved improvements for 50% of the actual amount expended on the
approved improvements. The amount of the reimbursement will not exceed $1500.00.
Documentation of all reimbursable expenses related to the improvements and physical
confirmation of improvements must be provided before reimbursement occurs.
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3. A business seeking a Small Business Enhancement must submit an application to
an Application Review Committee, made up of representatives of the following: the City
Manager's Office, the Finance Department, the Economic Development Department, the City
Attorney's Office, and the Community Development Department. The form of application is
included here as Exhibit D. The Application Review Committee will review the application for
compatibility with the Project Plan and the Downtown Overlay District Plan, evaluate the
proposed enhancements, and recommend appropriate performance parameters and
requirements.
4. Upon recommendation by the Application Review Committee that the proposed
improvement is eligible to receive a Small Business Enhancement, a business enhancement
agreement between the applicant and OPWA will be presented to the applicant. The business
enhancement agreement will provide for assistance in development financing as authorized by
the Project Plan. Upon review and discussions regarding the terms of the business enhancement
agreement, the business enhancement agreement will be provided to the OPWA for its
consideration. Upon approval by the OPWA of the business enhancement agreement, assistance
in development financing will be provided as detailed in the business enhancement agreement
and as described here.
C. Employment Generation Assistance
1. Employment Generation Assistance maybe available to light industrial businesses
in support of the creation or expansion of jobs. Employment Generation Assistance may be
available to provide start -up or incubator space to new and expanding businesses to promote
small- business - friendly opportunities for innovation and collaboration in the Project Area. The
amount of assistance in development financing will be determined based upon several factors,
including but not limited to, number of jobs created, need for public assistance, overall private
investment, and impacts upon the community.
2. A business seeking Employment Generation Assistance must submit an
application to an Application Review Committee, made up of representatives of the following:
the City Manager's Office, the Finance Department, the Economic Development Department, the
City Attorney's Office, and the Community Development Department. The form of application is
included here as Exhibit E. The Application Review Committee will review the application for
compatibility with the Project Plan, evaluate the proposed job generation opportunities and
impacts on the community, and recommend the amount of assistance in development financing
to be provided, as well as appropriate performance parameters and requirements.
3. Upon recommendation by the Application Review Committee that the proposed
project is eligible to receive Employment Generation Assistance, an agreement between the
applicant and the OPWA will be presented to the applicant. The agreement will provide for
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assistance in development financing as authorized by the Project Plan. Upon review and
discussions regarding the terms of the agreement, the agreement will be provided to the OPWA
for its consideration. Upon approval by the OPWA of the agreement, assistance in development
financing will be provided as detailed in the agreement and as described here. Employment
Generation Assistance will not be available until the agreed upon performance terms in the
agreement have been reached. There is no guarantee of the availability and timing of funds for
Employment Generation Assistance.
IV. Glossary of Terms
Terms used throughout this Policy Guide are further defined as follows
Assistance in Development Financing — Public funds provided to a developer pursuant to an
approved agreement with OPWA to assist in a project. Assistance in Development Financing is
provided only for projects that are determined, in the City's and /or OPWA's discretion: (1) to
meet the City's approved development goals and objectives for the Project Area, as expressed
from time to time in the City's plans and policies, and (2) to provide adequate consideration and
public benefit in return for the public investment.
Hard Costs of the Construction of Improvements —The actual and direct construction costs of the
material, labor, and improvements associated with a development. Such costs exclude
developer's fees and other soft costs, including but not limited to architectural, engineering,
financing, and legal fees, and other pre- and post- construction fees and expenses.
Increment District — The area from which increment is generated. For purposes of the Project
Plan, the Increment District and the Project Area are the same.
Increment — The ad valorem increment is the ad valorem revenue in excess of the revenue
generated by the base assessed value of the Increment District (as determined by the Tulsa
County Assessor in accordance with the Oklahoma Local Development Act), i.e., the new revenue
attributable to increases in the value of property within the Increment District. The sales tax
increment is a portion of the City's sales taxes generated within the Increment District, to be
determined by a formula to be approved by resolution of the Owasso City Council in accordance
with the Oklahoma Local Development Act.
Light Industrial Business — A business that manufactures products for end users. Products may
include, but are not limited to, shoes, clothing, furniture, electronics, lights, hardware, and
household items.
Oklahoma Local Development Act — The law passed by the Oklahoma Legislature to implement
Section 6C of Article X of the Oklahoma Constitution, which empowers the governing bodies of
cities, towns, and counties to apportion tax increments to help finance the public costs of
economic development. 62 O.S. §850, et seq.
Owasso Redbud District Project Plan —The document approved by the City Council of the City of
Owasso on December 20, 2016, by the adoption of Ordinance 1093, that established Increment
District No. 1, City of Owasso, pursuant to and consistent with the Oklahoma Local Development
Act.
Proiect Area —The area within which project activities occur. For purposes of the Project Plan,
the Project Area and the Increment District are the same.
Small Business — A business that is independently owned and operated by an individual from or
entity incorporated in Oklahoma that has fewer than 20 employees (full- or part -time) at the time
of the submission of an application seeking a Small Business Enhancement.
Start -up or Incubator Space — A below- market rate office available for lease to help create and
grow new businesses. Such space may provide common support and services among many
businesses in an effort to reduce overhead and operational costs.
EXHIBIT A
Map of Project Area and Increment District
Exhibit A
EXHIBIT B
Downtown Overlay District Plan
SECTION 860.5 DOWNTOWN OVERLAY DISTRICT
860.5.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
It is the purpose and intent of the Downtown Overlay District to provide enhanced
standards to protect and enhance the unique characteristics of the Main Street, 76th
St and downtown areas. Overlay Districts may also be used to protect or facilitate a
particular design theme established through specific architectural styles or periods, or
to protect or facilitate site plan conventions such as setbacks that are both minimums
and maximums.
860.5.2. PURPOSE
• Encourage sustainable development that will become a long term asset to
Owasso.
• Promote economic growth and redevelopment of the downtown Owasso area.
• Encourage residential development as part of commercial development and to
replace blighted properties on the fringe of the downtown area with new and
higher- density residential.
• Encourage the development of office space through standalone and mixed -use
development. Office space is encouraged at a higher- density and multi -story
structures.
• Giving special attention to landscaping, buffering, signage, lighting and
building setbacks in those districts identified as needing special attention.
• Giving special attention to the existing architectural style or to the style that is
planned, so as to create an easily identifiable area in those areas identified as
architecturally significant.
• Promote the history of Owasso.
• Encourage quality, attractive and unique architecture.
• Implement the Downtown Development District as described in the 2030
GrOwasso Land Use Master Plan and 2001 Downtown Master Plan.
• Create a vibrant arts and entertainment district.
• Create an area where development can be accomplished at a higher- density
than allowed in any other commercial and residential areas of Owasso.
• Attract new businesses and retain small businesses in the downtown area.
• Revitalize Main Street and create a true Main Street environment.
• Establish regulations that protect the investment of existing and new
businesses from unattractive, non - compatible uses.
• Ensure the area is visually pleasing, sustainable, and developed in a
coordinated fashion.
• Ensure a high quality of development that will ultimately generate an
economically enhanced and pedestrian friendly area for Owasso.
• Follow the principals of the Quality of Life Initiative and the GrOwasso 2030
Land Use Master Plan.
• Encourage locally -owned and Made In Oklahoma businesses
860.5.3 DOWNTOWN OVERLAY DESIGNATED
A. BOUNDARY MAP
The boundaries of the attached map (figure 1) depicts the proposed
Downtown Overlay Area. All properties within the depicted boundaries
are subject to the rules and regulations within this chapter and the
Owasso Zoning Code
B. MAP AMENDMENTS
No change in the boundary of the Downtown Overlay District shall be
authorized, except by the City Council pursuant to the procedures
outlined in Chapter 13, Amendments.
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860.5.4 PERMITTED USES
The base zoning districts of properties fully or partially within the designated
overlay district shall not be affected except as noted in this chapter. Alt
applicable regulations for use, yard, area, tot dimensions, utility placement,
and landscaping shall be those specified for each district, including planned
unit development (PUD) stipulations.
A. USE RESTRICTIONS
1. In AG districts, only existing agricultural uses shall be permitted to continue
and be subject to all applicable standards and regulations in Section 300-
330. No Specific Use Permits shalt be issued for any land zoned AG and no
new AG uses or businesses shall be allowed.
2. In each zoning district, all uses respective to that district shall be
permitted by right or with the issuance of a Specific Use Permit, except for
those listed below in Section 860.5.4 (A)4.
3. Allowed Uses. Any by right use or those issued with a Specific Use Permit
(SUP) shall be permitted within the Downtown Overlay, unless otherwise
restricted in this section. All uses shall be defined by the most recent
version of the NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) book.
4. Encouraged Uses:
• Retail Uses
• Cafes Ft Sidewalk cafes
• Restaurants (preferred locally or Oklahoma -owned restaurants)
• Pub /Bar Et Grill /Wine Bar
• Personal Services (salon, barber shop, florist, health store, etc)
• Mixed Use (ground floor retail with offices or residential above)
• Office space
• Coffee shop
• Boutiques
• Art gallery
• Small theatre or music -venue
• Book store
• Antique store
• Farmers Market
• Arts Et Crafts Studios
• Yoga /Fitness Studio
• Small corner store with basic goods
• Bakery /Artisan Foods
• Entertainment Venues
5. The following By -Right and Specific Use Permit uses shall be prohibited in
the Downtown Overlay District.
• Industrial Uses except in the IH and IM Zoning District
• Any new agricultural uses or businesses
Agricultural implement sates
Aircraft sates
Animal and Poultry Raising
Appliance store and repair
Arena
Auctioneer
Auto Rental
Auto Sales
Auto wash
Bait Shop
Bindery
Boat and Recreational Vehicle sales
Bottled Gas Sales
Cabinet Maker
Camper Sales
Casino /Gaming Center
Cemetery
Cesspool Cleaning
Chick hatchery
Concrete Construction Service
Construction equipment sales
Convenience Store
Disinfecting Services
Drag strip
Drive -in theatre
Exterminating services
Fairgrounds
Fence construction company
Fuel oil sales
Gas Service Station
Gas Station
Go -kart track
Golf Driving range
Halfway house
Janitorial service
Juvenile Delinquency Center
Kennel (as primary use)
Landfill
Lumber yard
Mini - storage warehouses (as a primary use)
Monument sates
Motor vehicle repair and tire shops
Motorcycle Sates
Oil Well Drilling and Cleaning Establishment
Outdoor Kennels (not a part of veterinary or grooming business)
Outdoor Recreation including amusement parks
Outdoor storage of any kind as the principal use
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• Plastic material sales
• Portable building sales
• Portable storage
Power Plant
• Pre - Release Center
• Race tracks (animal or vehicle)
• Sexually- oriented businesses
• Shooting range (outdoor)
• Taxidermist
• Truck rentals
• Truck stop
• Vending sales and service
• Woodworking shop
• Wrecker Yards
B. NON - CONFORMING USES
Non - conforming properties and /or uses, which existed as of the date
these regulations became effective, shall be allowed to continue in the
same manner after the effective date of these regulations. However,
such non - conforming properties and /or uses shall be subject to these
regulations if feasible when:
1. A property owner requests any zoning change;
2. The principle use on the property is discontinued for a period of six
(6) calendar months;
3. The property is destroyed or significantly altered (60% or greater);
4. Enlargements or improvements are made to the structures on the
property that increase the gross square footage by 25%
C. EXISTING USES
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL - The Downtown Overlay shall not affect
existing single family residential uses. Said uses may continue to exist
in perpetuity until such time as they are redeveloped or rezoned for
another use.
PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PROJECTS OR DEVELOPMENT - Any project
or development that has approved development plans or had plans
submitted and under review prior to the effective date of this section
shall not be required to comply with these regulations. Previous
approvals remain valid unless the approval date lapses or changes are
made to previous approvals. This shalt refer to site plans, building
plans, Planned Unit Developments or Specific Use Permits submitted
prior to the effective date of this section. Said project shall still be
required to comply with the zoning regulations in effect at that time.
An approved plat shalt not constitute approval of a project. The
Administrator shall determine if a project meets these criteria.
860.5.5 LANDSCAPE REQUIRMENTS
Development and or redevelopment shall comply with Chapter 20 of the
Owasso Zoning Code whenever possible. Smaller and unique developments
shalt provide a landscape plan that shalt be approved by the Administrator.
860.5.6 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A. All development shall follow City of Owasso procedures and requirements
described in Section 2, General Provision, except as noted in this Section.
Architectural details and /or drawings shall be submitted to the
Community Development Department at the time of site plan submittal.
Architectural plans shall depict architectural details outlined in this
Section and consist of:
1. Preliminary renderings or drawings of building elevations plus typical
cross sections to clearly define the character of the project and to
ensure these provisions are met; and
2. Clearly described exterior building materials to indicate compliance
with this Section. The Administrator shall review the proposed
building materials for compliance..
860.5.7 BUILDING AND SITE DESIGN STANDARDS
A. BUILDING ENTRANCE
Primary building entrances shall be clearly defined, and shall be recessed
or framed by a sheltering element such as an awning, arcade, overhang,
or portico (in order to provide weather protection for pedestrians). Public
entrances flush with the building wall with no cover are discouraged.
Awnings are encouraged.
Awning Standards
• Awnings for a building fagade shall be of compatible color, took, shape
and height.
• Canvas or acrylic materials are encouraged. Aluminum, wood, or
plastic awnings are prohibited.
• The store name may be painted on the awning (subject to review and
approval of the administrator).
• Awning hardware shall not be visible.
• Awnings shall provide vertical clearance of no less than 8 feet above
sidewalks.
• Awnings are not allowed to overhang over vehicular traffic ways.
B. OFF STREET PARKING
Off street parking areas are encouraged to be located to the side or rear
of buildings or in the interior of a block whenever possible. Properties
along Main Street shall be required to have the building located along the
front property line. Loading areas shall be located behind the main
building and screened in accordance with Chapter 20. All parking lots,
drives, aisles and other elements shall comply with Chapter 9 of the
Owasso Zoning Code.
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C. BUILDING SETBACK
It is the intent of this chapter to enhance and preserve the character of
the overlay by promoting parking area placement to the rear of lots or
along the sides of buildings and bring visually pleasing building
architecture to the street, therefore building setbacks along public street
frontage may be eliminated with a zero (0) foot setback when possible.
Provisions for public sidewalks shalt always be made. Public spaces for
dining and display are encouraged between the building frontages and the
public sidewalk, as long as a six (6) foot clear path of travel is maintained
at all times. Side setbacks shall not be required, so long as buildings
meet all building codes and fire rating standards.
OUTDOOR SPACE
Outdoor seating areas, fountains, plazas, courtyards and other elements
are encouraged to create a unique, interesting and walkable downtown
area.
E. SIDEWALKS
All buildings, parking areas, public spaces, amenity features, and
adjoining developments of similar use, shall be linked with sidewalks.
Sidewalks shall be provided along public streets that provide access to the
development. Sidewalks shall be constructed in accordance with the
standards for sidewalks are required as set forth in City of Owasso
Engineering Standards.
EXTERIOR MATERIALS
Exterior building materials shall include brick, glass, split -faced concrete
block, stone, stucco, synthetic stucco, or cement -board or wood siding.
Metal may be used only as accent material, and cumulatively may not
exceed ten (10) percent of the area of any individual exterior wall along
any public street. Pre - fabricated or engineered metal buildings are not
allowed, though metal can be used as a construction material if covered
with one of the allowed materials. These provisions shall not apply to
roofs.
G. ROOF PITCH
Flat roofs and roofs with a pitch of less than 3:12 require a parapet wall.
Roofs and screening shalt comply with the regulations set forth in Chapter
20 of the Owasso Zoning Code. Eaves a minimum of one (1) foot from the
building face shall profile a pitched roof. Roofing for pitched roofs
greater than 6:12 shall be wood, tile, slate, architectural asphalt
shingles, or low- reflectivity metal (flat or matte finish). No roof shall
cause water to drain or flow directly onto any public way or sidewalk.
Rainwater shall be collected and piped into storm drain systems or
cisterns. Bio- swates, rain gardens or. other LID technics .are highly
encouraged.
ELECTRICAL AND SERVICES EQUIPMENT
HVAC and similar types of incidental machinery or equipment shall be
screened from view in accordance with Chapter 20. Utility meters,
aboveground tanks, satellite dishes and antennas shall also be screened
from view. Wall- mounted mechanical equipment that extends six inches
(6 ") or less from the outer building wall shalt be designed to blend in with
the color and architectural design of the subject building. Unless a waiver
is authorized by the City Council, all electrical and telephone lines and
wires including, but not limited . to, street lighting, shall be placed
underground. Feeder and other major transmission lines may remain
overhead. All utility installation shall conform to the City's adopted
Technical Standards and Specifications. Alt utility service tines shalt be
Located underground when feasible. This shall not apply to existing uses
or single- family homes.
WALL ARTICULATION
Facades shall have a recognizable "base" consisting of (but not limited to):
walls, ledges, sills, integrally textured materials (such as stone or other
masonry), integrally colored and patterned materials, or planters.
Facades shalt also have a recognizable "top" consisting of (but not limited
to): cornice treatments with integrally textured materials (other than
colored "stripes" or "bands "), sloping roofs (with overhangs and brackets),
or stepped parapets. All sides of a building and any accessory structure
shall utilize materials and design characteristics consistent with those of
the front facade. In order to prevent large flat expanses of featureless
exterior watts, structures having single walls exceeding twenty five feet
(25') in length shalt incorporate one or more of the following features at
Least every twenty five feet (25') in length
1. Changes in color, graphical patterning, changes in texture, or
changes in material
2. Projections, recesses, and reveals, expressing structural bays or
other aspects of the architecture with a minimum change of
plane of twelve inches (12 ")
3. Windows and fenestration
4. Gable projections
5. Horizontal /vertical breaks
6. Other similar techniques
M. SIGNAGE
Signs shalt be permitted in accordance with Chapter 18 of the Owasso
Zoning Code, with the following exceptions:
1. Pole signs in this district are not allowed.
2. Signs are encouraged to be attached to buildings and located on the
face of buildings. All signs not attached to buildings should be of
monument form and constructed of materials that complement the
main building(s).
3. All signs not attached to buildings shalt be set in a landscaped bed.
4. Maximum height for signage not attached to a building shall be six (6)
feet.
5. Full video message boards and signs are prohibited within the
Downtown Overlay District.
6. Larger and multi- tenant developments shall be allowed to use the
Unified Sign Permit process and are encouraged to do so.
7. Signage overhanging the public sidewalk shall be allowed where
building faces are adjacent to property lines. Signs shall be at least
eight (8) feet above the sidewalk and shall require a sign permit. (see
figure below).
8. All signs not attached to buildings should be of monument form and
constructed of materials that complement the main building(s).
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K BUILDING ORIENTATION
All primary buildings on tots or tracts with frontage on streets within the
District, especially Main Street and E 76th St N. are encouraged to be
oriented towards the street. If any such building is on a lot or tract with a
second frontage, it shalt have equally detailed and prominent facades,
constructed of equally high quality materials, facing both the primary
street and the secondary street. All buildings are encouraged to be
oriented towards the front of the lot, with parking lots towards the rear
or alongside buildings.
0. COMMERICIAL DRIVE THROUGH LANES
Drive -thru facilities are discouraged in the district. If drive -thru facilities
are constructed as a part of the principal use, they shall be
architecturally integrated with the main building.
P. SCREEENING OF REFUSE COLLECTION AND LOADING AREAS
Refuse collection areas shall be screened in accordance with Chapter 20.
In order to reduce the visual and acoustic impacts of these functions on
adjacent properties and public streets, non - enclosed service, storage, and
off - street loading areas shalt be screened with opaque sight - obscuring
walls and /or fences of between six feet (6') and eight feet (8') in height
made of durable materials. Screening materials shall be the same as, or
of equal quality to, the materials used for the primary building and
landscaping.
Q. MIXED USE DEVELOPMENTS
Buildings in the District are encouraged to contain ground floor retail or
restaurant spaces. Multi -story buildings are encouraged, with a mix of
uses (office, retail /commercial, residential).
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Residential uses above commercial spaces are encouraged and shall be
allowed by -right in this district, subject to meeting adopted fire and
building code requirements.
R. SIDEWALK UTILIZATION
Sidewalk cafes and room for sidewalk retail sales outside of businesses is
encouraged. A minimum of six (6) feet of public travel path shalt be
maintained at all times and sidewalk business shall not impede this travel
area at any time. Businesses shalt be required to carry insurance for
sidewalk space that holds the City of Owasso harmless and submit site
plans for outside activity for approval by the City.
S. PARKING
1. Parking shall be designed in accordance with the Zoning Code.
2. The Administrator may waive or alter parking requirements on unique
lots on a case -by -case basis.
3. Multi- family developments shalt provide at least one parking space
per unit and are encouraged to meet current parking standards. The
Community Development Administrator shall determine parking
requirements.
4. Public parking is encouraged with any new developments and can be
counted towards parking requirements (except residential parking
minimums). Developers shalt work with the City to review and design
public parking arrangements.
5. if on street parking is present or permitted on adjacent streets, said
parking spaces may be considered to meet or augment parking
requirements. An inventory of such spaces shalt be made and reviewed
against the parking needs of other businesses in the vicinity.
T. MULTI- FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Individual multi- family developments in excess of six (6) units shall
proceed through the rezoning and PUD process in accordance with the
Zoning Code. For multi- family developments of six (6) units or less, the
project shalt only be required to rezone to the appropriate multi - family
district (unless already zoned commercial) and proceed through
administrative site plan review. All additional standards shalt be met.
U. RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
Residential redevelopment is encouraged, with mixed -use, multi - family,
townhome, triplex and duplex development. 1 and 2- family residential
development shall be allowed on any residentially -zoned lot.
Development of up to 6 dwelling units shall be allowed by -right on any
commercially zoned tot.
V. STORMWATER DETENTION
Detention shall only be required on new development that increases the
impervious area. All detention requirements shalt be determined by the
Owasso Public Works Department. These requirements shall not be
applicable to residential dwellings up to 6- units.
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W. FLOOR AREA RATIO (FAR)
There shall be no Floor Area Ratio (FAR) requirements in the district.
X. AMENITIES
1. Smaller multi - family developments shall not be required to meet the
amenity requirements established in the PUD Chapter of the Zoning
Code. Amenities should be placed internally when possible in larger
multi- family developments (workout room, rec room, pool area, etc.),
unless said amenities are made available to the public.
2. Commercial developments are encouraged to provide public
amenities whenever possible (benches, fountains, play areas, plaza
areas, etc.)
Y. EXCESS RIGHT -OF -WAY (ROW)
When development occurs along public rights -of -way that have excess
ROW (ex. Non - arterials with 70' ROW width), closing of the public ROW
shall be encouraged where possible. An alternative is to provide public
parking stalls in these areas. Closing of right -of -way shall be subject to
approval of the Owasso Public Works Department
Z. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Unless cited within this chapter or another section of the Owasso Zoning
Code, review of these guidelines shall be performed at the Administrative
level. The Administrator and /or his designee may approve variations to
the regulations set forth in this chapter or alternate treatments, so long
as the intent of the ordinance is met.
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EXHIBIT C
Development Project Assistance Application
OWASSO REDBUD DISTRICT PROJECT PLAN, INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
ASSISTANCE IN DEVELOPMENT FINANCING
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT ASSISTANCE APPLICATION
The Application must be fully completed before submission to the Economic Development
Department of the City of Owasso at 200 S. Main Street, Owasso, Oklahoma 74055. The omission
of requested information may result in delays. The information requested is necessary to
conduct a thorough financial and economic analysis of the proposed project. Please include any
supplemental information, as may be necessary for purposes of analysis.
I. Applicant /Owner Information
Name of Applicant:
Title:
Address:
Contact Information
Address:
Phone Number(s):
Email(s):
Name of Business:
Type of Business (LLC, LP, etc.):
Contact Information for Key Project Participants:
H. Project Site Information
Address of Project Site:
Attach Map(s) of Project Site
Legal Description of Project:
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Square Footage and Dimensions of Project Site:
Existing Zoning of Project Site:
Description of Existing Improvements:
III. Project Information
Name of Project:
Description of Project:
Market and Financial Feasibility of Project:
Public Improvements Necessary for Project:
Project Costs
Construction Costs:
Architectural and Engineering Fees:
Other Professional Fees:
Developer Fee:
TOTAL:
IV. Financial Information
Proposed Sources of Funds
Permanent Financing:
Equity:
Public Funds:
April 4, 2017
Other:
Attach the following documents:
Balance Sheet, dated December 31 of past year and current year -to -date
Income Statement, past calendar year and current year -to -date
Cash Flow Statement, past calendar year and current year -to -date
Project Development Pro Forma
Tenant Occupancy Schedule
Letters of Intent and /or Contracts
Applicant hereby certifies that all information, including all documents and materials submitted
with this Application, are true to his /her best knowledge and belief and are submitted for the
purpose of consideration of assistance in development financing, consistent with and pursuant
to the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan and the Policy Guide.
Applicant:
Name (Print)
Signature
Date
April 4, 2017
EXHIBIT D
Small Business Enhancement Application
OWASSO REDBUD DISTRICT PROJECT PLAN, INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
ASSISTANCE IN DEVELOPMENT FINANCING
SMALL BUSINESS ENHANCEMENT APPLICATION
The Application must be fully completed before submission to the Economic Development
Department of the City of Owasso at 200 S. Main Street, Owasso, Oklahoma 74055. The omission
of requested information may result in delays. Please include any supplemental information, as
may be necessary for purposes of analysis.
Business Name:
Address:
Contact Person /Owner:
Phone Number:
Email:
What are the proposed improvements to the property?
What dollar amount are you requesting?
What is the proposed total cost of the improvements? (Please provide any quotes for materials,
supplies, labor as an attachment to this application.)
What is the source(s) of funds that is available to complete the improvements and match the
amount you are requesting?
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What impact would the proposed improvements have on your business? (increased customer
traffic, increased sales, visibility, ability to add a new product or service, etc.)
Why do you believe the proposed improvements are a worthy endeavor for your business?
Is this property owned by someone other than the applicant? If yes, please attach letter from
property owner agreeing to allow requested improvements to occur.
Please attach any additional information (pictures, schematics, documentation, quotes,
accompanying information, etc.) with the application.
Applicant hereby certifies that all information, including all documents and materials submitted
with this Application, are true to his /her best knowledge and belief and are submitted for the
purpose of consideration of assistance in development financing, consistent with and pursuant
to the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan and the Policy Guide.
Applicant:
Name (Print)
Signature
Date
April 4, 2017
EXHIBIT E
Employment Generation Assistance Application
OWASSO REDBUD DISTRICT PROJECT PLAN INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
ASSISTANCE IN DEVELOPMENT FINANCING
EMPLOYMENT GENERATION ASSISTANCE APPLICATION
The Application must be fully completed before submission to the Economic Development
Department of the City of Owasso at 200 S. Main Street, Owasso, Oklahoma 74055. The omission
of requested information may result in delays. Please include any supplemental information, as
may be necessary for purposes of analysis.
I. Applicant Information
Business Name:
Type of Business (LLC, LP, etc.):
Address:
Contact Person /Owner:
Phone Number:
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II. Project Information
Name of Project /Business:
Description of Project /Business:
Market and Financial Feasibility of Project /Business:
Public Improvements Necessary for Project /Business:
Projected Number of New Jobs:
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Description of New Jobs:
Description of the Need for Public Assistance:
Impact of Project on Existing Business:
Impact of Project /Business on Community:
Please attach any additional information (pictures, schematics, documentation, accompanying
information, etc.) with the application.
Applicant hereby certifies that all information, including all documents and materials submitted
with this Application, are true to his /her best knowledge and belief and are submitted for the
purpose of consideration of assistance in development financing, consistent with and pursuant
to the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan and the Policy Guide.
Applicant:
Name (Print)
Signature
Date
April 4, 2017
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alexa Beemer
City Planner
SUBJECT: Annexation (OA 21 -03) and Rezoning (OZ 21 -04) - Bible Church of Owasso
DATE: June 4, 2021
BACKGROUND:
The Community Development Department received a request for the annexation and rezoning
of property located at 11121 North 129th East Avenue. The subject property is composed of
approximately 9.95 acres of land and is currently zoned Agriculture (AG) in Tulsa County. Upon
annexation, the applicant is requesting the property be brought into Owasso City limits as
Residential Single - Family High Density (RS -3) via an accompanying rezoning request (OZ 21 -04).
SURROUNDING LAND USE:
Direction
Zoning
Use
Land Use Plan
Jurisdiction
Residential Single-Family High Density RS -3
Residential Single -
Residential
Proposed Use
Religious Institution
North
Family High Density
Residential
Residential
City of Owasso
Washington County Rural Water District #3
RS -3
Storm Siren Fee ($50,00 per acre)
Ranch Creek Interceptor Payback ($610.33 per acre)
Garrett- Morrow Sanitary Assessment 1$3.1 46 er acre
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Agriculture (AG)
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Tulsa County
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Family High Density
Residential
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City of Owasso
RS -3
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Agriculture (AG)
Rural Residential
Residential
Tulsa County
SUBJECT PROPERTY /PROJECT DATA:
Property Size
9.95 acres +/-
Current Zoning
Agriculture AG in Tulsa Count
Proposed Zoning Upon Annexation
Residential Single-Family High Density RS -3
Land Use Master Plan
Residential
Proposed Use
Religious Institution
Within PUD?
No
Within Overlay District?
Yes; US -169 Overlay
Water Provider
Washington County Rural Water District #3
Applicable Paybacks
(assessed at Platting)
Storm Siren Fee ($50,00 per acre)
Ranch Creek Interceptor Payback ($610.33 per acre)
Garrett- Morrow Sanitary Assessment 1$3.1 46 er acre
ANALYSIS:
The property is currently zoned AG in Tulsa County, and is contiguous with City limits on the
northern and eastern boundaries of the property. The applicant is requesting the property be
assigned the RS -3 zoning designation upon annexation, via a concurrent rezoning request (OZ
21 -04). Typically, property is annexed either under AG zoning or as the County's corresponding
zoning designation as per the Owasso Zoning Code.
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However, an applicant may request an alternate zoning if said zoning corresponds to the Land
Use Master Plan and is advertised in accordance with statutory requirements. In this case, the
GrOwasso 2030 Land Use Master Plan identifies the subject property for future Residential land
uses. Therefore, assigning a zoning of RS -3 to the property upon annexation is appropriate.
The subject property is currently undeveloped and unplatted. The applicant intends to construct
a religious institution on the property, which will require the applicant to secure a Specific Use
Permit (SUP), as religious institutions are not allowed by -right in an RS -3 zoning district. The
applicant is aware of this requirement, and has indicated they intend to submit a request for an
SUP in the coming months. This annexation and rezoning process is just the first step in the overall
development process.
The GrOwasso 2030 Land Use Master Plan identifies the subject property for future residential
uses, so the requested zoning of RS -3 is appropriate. Further, while religious institutions are not
usually allowed in areas identified for future residential uses, this proposed use may be deemed
appropriate for this location if the correct controls are utilized with an SUP. Because the
applicant does intend to secure an SUP on this property, Staff has determined that the proposed
use of a religious institution should indeed be compatible with surrounding existing and future
land uses.
The City of Owasso will provide police, fire, ambulance, and sanitary sewer services to the property
upon annexation. Washington County Rural Water District #3 will provide water services to this
property. Any future development that occurs on the subject property must adhere to all
Owasso subdivision, zoning, and engineering requirements.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
The Owasso Planning Commission will consider this item at their regular meeting on June 7, 2021.
ATTACHMENTS:
Zoning Map
GrOwasso 2030 Land Use Master Plan Map
Annexation Exhibit
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Linda Jones
Finance Director
SUBJECT: Supplemental Appropriations Fiscal Year End
DATE: June 4, 2021
BACKGROUND:
The City of Owasso operates under the provisions of the Municipal Budget Act. In accordance
with the Budget Act, all funds of the City with revenues and expenditures are required to have
annual budgets. Expenditures may not legally exceed the appropriation or budget within a
department or a fund.
The City Manager has the authority to transfer appropriations between line items within a
department or to transfer appropriations between departments within the same fund. An
increase in total appropriations in a fund requires City Council approval.
The Trust Authorities, Owasso Public Works Authority (OPWA) and Owasso Public Golf Authority
(OPGA), are required to prepare an annual budget and submit a copy to the City as
beneficiary of the trust. However, there are no further requirements such as a legal restriction on
spending.
GENERAL FUND SALES TAX REVENUE AND TRANSFER:
Under the pledged revenue requirements of the OPWA bond indentures, the City transfers three
cents of its sales tax collections to the OPWA Fund. The OPWA then transfers two cents of the
sales tax, less payback agreements, back to the General Fund and transfers one cent of the
sales tax, less debt service, to the Capital Improvements Fund.
The General Fund sales tax collections for the year are expected to exceed budgeted revenue.
Due to the excess sales tax revenue in the General Fund, the sales fax transfers to and from the
OPWA Fund will exceed budget. Budget amendments are needed in the General Fund and the
OPWA Fund to allow for the transfer of those unexpected revenues and to ensure compliance
with the voter - approved sales tax ordinance.
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Juliann M. Stevens, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Board and Commission Appointments
DATE: June 4, 2021
BACKGROUND:
In order to continue citizen participation and City staff involvement on the various boards,
committees, trusts, and commissions, an item has been placed on the June Worksession agenda
to discuss the annual appointment process.
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide background information for each board or
committee and identify terms which are vacant or set to expire June 30. With the exception of
the seats held by City Council members, all current board or committee members have
expressed a desire to continue their respective participation.
BOARDS AND COMMITTEES:
AUDIT COMMITTEE - This committee oversees the audit of financial statements, ensures the
auditor is independent of city management and reviews internal controls and policies. Five
voting members and two non - voting ex- officio members (City Manager and Finance Director).
With the exception of the City Council Representative who serves a one -year term,
appointments are for three -year terms:
Doug Bonebrake (Seat 1, City Council Representative)
Jack Murray (Seat 2, Business Person)
* In accordance with the City Ordinance, Seat No. I shall be held by a City Councilor who is serving the
second year of their three -year term. Councilors Bill Bush and Lyndell Dunn are eligible for this committee.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT - This is a quasi - judicial body to hear and decide cases relating to zoning
variances and appeals of the Building Inspector's interpretation of the building codes. Appeals
of decisions made by this board must be taken to District Court. Five citizen members and
appointments are for three -year terms:
Joe Ramey (At Large)
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE - This committee reviews capital improvement requests,
conducts a public meeting to discuss current projects, completed projects, and recommends
additional projects proposed to be funded by the third -penny sales tax. This committee meets
as necessary and is comprised of citizens, representatives of other boards and commissions, and
city staff. Appointments are for one -year terms:
Bill Bush (City Council Representative)
Chris Kelley (City Council Representative)
Paul Loving (Planning Commission Representative)
Dirk Thomas (OEDA Representative)
Jeff Davis (Citizen Representative)
Jason Drake (Citizen Representative)
Rob Haskins (Citizen Representative)
Jim Hunter (Citizen Representative)
Kent Inouye (Citizen Representative)
Keith Whitfield (Citizen Representative)
B&C appointments
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Warren Lehr, City Manager
Chris Garrett, Assistant City Manager
Linda Jones, Finance Director
OWASSO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY - The duties of this authority are to plan,
implement, and promote projects and programs that will directly benefit the economic well
being of the community. Seven Trustees include five At -Large representatives, one
representative of the Chamber of Commerce, and one City Councilor. With the exception of
the Chamber Representative and the City Council Representative serving one -year terms,
member appointments are for five -year terms:
Skip Mefford (At Large Representative)
Gary Akin (Chamber Representative)
Lyndell Dunn (Council Representative)
PERSONNEL BOARD - This board meets when there is business to be addressed relating to
appeals of personnel decisions made by the City Manager. Meetings are called by the
Chairperson when a petition from a City employee is received in the Office of the City Clerk per
the Personnel Policy Manual. Three citizen members and appointments are for three -year terms:
Bruce McCarty (Citizen Representative)
PLANNING COMMISSION - The purpose of this commission is to review and recommend to the
City Council actions relating to zoning, platting, subdivision construction, annexation,
commercial site plans, and other related planning functions. Appointments are for three -year
terms:
Abhijeet Utturkar (Citizen Representative)
David Vines (Citizen Representative)
SALES TAX OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE - The purpose of this committee is to maintain citizen oversight
of the collected third -penny sales tax and Vision 2025 sales tax, ensure the proper use of
revenues generated, and report findings to the public. This committee generally meets twice
per year on the fourth Monday of March, and September. Members are appointed for the life
of the sales tax or until resignation or events cause a termination as defined in the committee
policy. Appointees may not serve in any elective or other City Council appointed position with
the City of Owasso.
The following positions are vacant due to either resignation or attendance requirements:
VACANCY (Service Business Appointment)
VACANCY (At Large Appointment)
Service Business appointment is an individual who operates a service business, that being a
business providing direct services to the public within the service area
At Large appointment is an individual who resides with the area defined as the Owasso
fenceline and /or school district
INDIAN NATIONS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (INCOG) BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND GENERAL
ASSEMBLY - This regional council of local governments facilitates a cooperative effort with
federal, state, and local governments. Members must be an elected official and appointments
are for two -year terms:
Bill Bush (City Council Representative)
Warren Lehr (City Manager, Alternate)
B &C appointments
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INCOG TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE - This regional transportation committee facilitates
a cooperative effort with federal, state, and local governments and other transportation
agencies to assess the area's transportation requirements. Appointments to the committee are
for one -year terms:
Doug Bonebrake (City Council Representative)
Warren Lehr (City Manager, Alternate)
INCOG TRANSPORTATION TECHNICAL COMMITTEE - This committee works closely with the INCOG
Transportation Policy Committee to develop comprehensive, multi -modal plans that address the
transportation needs and goals of the region. Appointments to the committee are for one -year
terms:
Roger Stevens (Public Works)
Dwayne Henderson (Public Works, Alternate)
REGIONAL METROPOLITAN UTILITY AUTHORITY - The Authority is a joint venture of Tulsa, Broken
Arrow, Owasso, Jenks, and Bixby. The purpose of the Authority is to fund regional municipality
utility efforts. Appointments to the Authority are for one -year terms:
Roger Stevens (Public Works Director)
Dwayne Henderson (City Engineer)