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PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE JOINT MEETING OF THE
OWASSO CITY COUNCIL
OWASSO PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY (OPWA)
OWASSO PUBLIC GOLF AUTHORITY (OPGA)
Council Chambers Old Central Building 109 North Birch, Owasso, OK
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 6:00 PM
NOTE: APPROPRIATE ACTION may include, but is not limited to: acknowledging, affirming, amending, approving, authorizing,
awarding, denying, postponing, or tabling.
RECEIVED
1. Call to Order - Mayor/Chair Alvin Fruga
2. Roll Call
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City Clerk's Office
3. Discussion relating to an application for a final plat proposing a single-family residential development
on approximately 24 acres, located northwest of the intersection of East 86th Street North and North
161st East Avenue (Boardwalk I at Preston Lakes)
Wendy Kramer
4. Discussion relating to the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Calendar
Carly Novozinksy
5. Discussion relating to the monthly Sales and Use Tax Report and Revenue Outlook
Carly Novozinsky
6. Discussion relating to the employee contract and annual evaluation process of the City Manager and
the City Attorney
Michele Dempster
7. Discussion relating to a proposed amendment to the Owasso Redbud District Project Plan, Increment
District No. 1 Policy Guide
Chris Garrett
8. Discussion relating to the severe storm event on April 2, 2025, and the state of emergency declaration
issued on April 2, 2025
Chris Garrett
9. City/Authority Manager report
10. City Councilor/Trustee comments and inquiries
11. Adjournment
Notice of Public Meeting filed in the office of the City Clerk on Friday, December 13, 2024, and the Agenda
posted at City Hall, 200 South Main Street, at 12:00 pm on Friday, April 4, 2025.
City Clerk
The City of Owasso encourages citizen participation. To request accommodation due to a disability, contact the City Clerk at
least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting by phone 918-376-15 gar by email to istevens@cityofowosso. com
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
DATE:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Wendy Kramer, City Planner
Final Plat- Boardwalk I at Preston Lakes
April 3, 2025
BACKGROUND:
The Community Development Department received an application for review and approval of a final
plat for Boardwalk I at Preston Lakes, a proposed single-family subdivision. The subject property is
located at the northwestern corner of the intersection of East 86'h Street North and North 1614t East
Avenue.
SUBJECT PROPERTY/PROJECT DATA:
Property Size
24.34 acres +/-
Current Zoning
Residential Single -Family (RS-3)
Present Use
Vacant
Proposed Use
Single -Family Homes
Lots/Blocks
78 Lots / 5 Blocks
Land Use Master Plan
Residential
Within a Planned Unit
Development PUD ?
Yes; OPUD 18-01
Within an Overlay
District?
No
Water Provider
Rogers County Rural Water District #3
Streets
Public
Applicable Paybacks
Assessed at Platting)
Storm Siren Fee ($50.00 per acre)
Elm Creek Relief Payback Area $1,580.00 per acre
ANALYSIS:
• The subject property was annexed into Owasso City Limits with Ordinance 1125 in 2018.
• A preliminary plat for the subject property was approved by the Owasso Planning Commission
in March 2025.
This is the first phase for a single-family residential development - the phase one (1) final plat
consists of seventy-eight (78) lots, on five (5) blocks yielding a gross density of 3.20 dwelling units
per acre (DU/Ac).
o The proposed lots as depicted on this plat meet the bulk and area requirements
stipulated in both the Owasso Zoning Code for RS-3-zoned property and the OPUD 18-
01 document.
• There will be two (2) points of access for this subdivision.
One point of access will be off of East 86rh Street North, and will contain a large
landscaped entrance area.
o The other point of access will be off of North 161 sr East Avenue.
Final Plat - Boardwalk I at Preston Lakes
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• The Plat depicts three (3) Reserve Areas, denoted as "A", "B", and "C".
o Reserve Area "A" will function as the location for the main entrance signage and
landscaping. It will also function as open space for stormwater and utilities.
o Reserve Area "B" will function as amenity space for the subdivision, as required per the
approved OPUD 18-01 document, including a public trail connection via easement
dedication. It will also function as open space for stormwater and utilities.
o Reserve Area "C" will function as amenity space for the subdivision, as required per the
approved OPUD 18-01 document, including a public trail connection via easement
dedication. It will also function as open space for stormwater and utilities.
• Perimeter and interior utility easements are shown on the Plat, allowing utility companies
adequate access to service the subdivision.
o There are also landscape easements depicted along the perimeters of the subject
property, to house required fencing and signage.
• The City of Owasso will provide police, fire, ambulance, and sanitary sewer services to the
property. The Rogers County Rural Water District #3 will provide water services.
• Any development that occurs on the subject property must adhere to all subdivision, zoning,
and engineering requirements.
SURROUNDING ZONING AND LAND USE:
Direction
Zoning
Use
Land Use Plan
Jurisdiction
North
Residential Single -Family
Vacant
Residential
City of Owasso
RS-3
South
Residential Single -Family
Electrical
Public Facilities/
Rogers County
(RS-40)
Substation
Transitional
East
Residential Single -Family
Residential
Residential
Rogers County
(RS-40)
Public Facilities (PF)/
West
Residential Single -Family
Park / Residential
Parks /Recreation
City of Owasso
Medium DensityRS-2
/ Residential
PLANNING COMMISSION:
The Owasso Planning Commission will review both of these items at their regular meeting on April 7,
2025.
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CITY OF OWASSO
BUDGET CALENDAR
FY 2025-26
Due Date
Dec. 31 Directors submit requests for additional personnel to Finance.
Jan. 31 Requests are prioritized and submitted by the Directors for each Department.
Feb. & Mar. Directors meet with City Manager/Senior Directors for justification and clarification
of requested increases.
April Budget calendar is presented to the City Council at Work Session.
April 18 Revenue estimates are finalized to determine which budget priorities will be
recommended for funding.
May 6 The proposed budget is distributed to the City Council (no discussion).
May 13 The proposed budget is presented to the City Council at Work Session.
May 14 The proposed budget is posted to the City website.
May & June Publication of notice of public hearing (at least five days prior to hearing*).
June 3 Public Hearing (no later than June 15*).
June 10 The proposed budget is discussed with the City Council at Work Session.
June 17 Budget adoption (at least seven days prior to July 1 *).
July 21 Publication of notice to vendors (no later than July 31 *).
July 31 Budget is filed with the State Auditor (no later than July 31 *).
Sept. 30 Deadline for submission of vendor invoices for previous fiscal year. Open purchase
orders are closed, and budgetary fiscal year-end fund balances are determined.
*Deadline set by state statute
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Michele Dempster, Human Resources Director
SUBJECT: City Manager Contract and Evaluation Process
City Attorney Contract and Evaluation Process
DATE: April 3, 2025
CITY MANAGER CONTRACT AND EVALUATION PROCESS:
In March 2024, the City Council entered into a contract with Christopher Garrett, employing him
as City Manager. This contract expires on June 30, 2025.
Each year an annual evaluation is conducted as a part of the contract process. The evaluation
includes the following:
• The City Council will complete an online evaluation of the City Manager, with a summary
of the results provided.
• The City Manager will present an overview of current goals, future goals, obstacles, and
achievements to the City Council.
• Directors will complete an anonymous online evaluation of the City Manager, with a
summary of results provided to the City Manager.
TIMELINE:
Staff will initiate the online evaluations on April 16 and schedule an Executive Session on May 13
to discuss the evaluation and contract renewal with the City Manager. Prior to May 13, the City
Council will receive:
• A summary of the results from the City Council's online evaluation.
• A statement from the Human Resources Director and City Attorney indicating whether any
concerns in the Directors' evaluation could be considered illegal, unethical, or immoral.
• An overview of the City Manager's goals and accomplishments for the evaluation period,
compiled by the City Manager and provided to the City Council on or before May 13.
The above timing will allow the City Council ample opportunity to discuss the City Manager's
contract renewal before the June 30 expiration.
No action is required at this time; the purpose is to provide an overview of the process and allow
the City Council the opportunity to provide feedback and input.
CITY ATTORNEY CONTRACT AND EVALUATION PROCESS:
An Executive Session will be placed on the May 13 agenda for the City Council to review and
discuss the City Attorneys evaluation and ratification of the second year of the current contract.
Prior to May 13, the City Council will receive questions that can be utilized to guide performance
evaluation discussions. This timing ensures the City Council has sufficient time to discuss the
ratification of the City Attorney's contract prior to June 30.
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Chris Garrett, City Manager
SUBJECT: Proposed Amendment to Owasso Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 Policy
Guide
DATE: April 3, 2025
BACKGROUND:
On December 20, 2016, City Council approved the creation of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
District within the Owasso Redbud District to assist in the redevelopment and revitalization of the
downtown area.
A portion of the sales tax collected within the District from new businesses, as well as a portion of
ad valorem taxes generated, is available for development incentives and public infrastructure
improvements within the TIF District. The TIF Project Plan anticipated $17 million to be collected
over the 25-year life of the TIF. As of March 31, 2025, $2.8 million has been collected.
Currently, the majority of the TIF funds are being used as incentives for the redevelopment of
blighted and economically stagnant properties in an effort to create a "sense of place" in the
Redbud District. The TIF Project Plan established a budget of $13.8 million for Development
Financing Assistance. As of March 31, 2025, five Development Project Assistance agreements
have been approved, totaling $3 million.
To be considered for Development Project Assistance, a development must represent an
investment of more than $100,000, based upon the hard costs of the construction of the
improvements. In the current policy, the amount of the assistance available to the developer is
limited to a percentage of the hard construction costs, based upon the project completion date:
Project Completion
December 31,
June 30,
June 30,
End of
Date
2023
2025
2029
District
Percentage of
Construction Costs
12%
10%
8%
6%
After reviewing the original budget and current expenditures for development assistance, City
staff believes it would be beneficial to the Redbud District to amend the policy for Development
Project Assistance, extending the 10% deadline to the end of the life of the TIF District. City staff
aims to promote the continued development within the Redbud District by increasing the amount
of assistance available for projects completed after June 30, 2025.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION:
Amending the policy for Development Project Assistance to extend the 10% deadline through the
end of the life of the TIF District would require City Council action by Resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
Amended Policy Guide
Draft Resolution
Approved April 4, 2017 by Resolution2017-01
Amended June 5, 2021 by Resolution 2021-10
Amended June 20, 2023 by Resolution 2023-13
Amended January 9, 2024 by Resolution 2024-01
POLICY GUIDE
For the Implementation of the
OWASSO REDBUD DISTRICT PROJECT PLAN
INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 1, CITY OF OWASSO
PREPARED BY:
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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 Overlay District Plan (if applicable), and the GrOwasso 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, andencouragement
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 Project 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
$100,000.00 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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Z 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 (if applicable),
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.
4.
For projects completed by December 31, 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
hPtwPPR after January-21, 2024 ^R''ne'^�225through the end of the life of the
Increment District, 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
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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
I 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 D.
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 or awning
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 $5,000.00.
Documentation of all reimbursable expenses related to the improvements and physical
confirmation of improvements must be provided before reimbursement occurs.
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The Small Business Enhancement may be applied retroactively to any business within the
Increment District who applied for the assistance, completed the approved improvements, and
received their reimbursement payment.
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 (if applicable),
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 developmentfinancing
to be provided, as well as appropriate performance parameters and requirements.
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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
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 inaccordance
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.
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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.
Project 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.
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EXHIBIT A
Map of Project Area and Increment District
Exhibit A
EXHIBIT B
Downtown Overlay District Plan
(Chapter 10, Section 10.7 of the Owasso Zoning Code)
*Created 4/7/15, Ordinance 1051
Amended 6/19/18, Ordinance 1131
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 includeany
supplemental information, as may be necessary for purposes of analysis.
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:
II. Project Site Information
Address of Project Site:
Attach Map(s) of Project Site
Legal Description of Project:
Square Footage and Dimensions of Project Site:
Existing Zoning of Project Site:
Description of Existing Improvements:
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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:
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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
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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?
April 4, 2017
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
4MI13M
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.
Applicant Information
Business Name:
Type of Business (LLC, LP, etc.):
Address:
Contact Person/Owner:
Phone Number:
Email:
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:
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
CITY OF OWASSO
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OWASSO, OKLAHOMA,
APPROVING THE AMENDED 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, 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. ; and +
WHEREAS, the Policy Guide was subsequently on June 5, 2021 with the City's
approval of Resolution R-2021-10, on June 20, 2023 with the City's approval of Resolution
2023-13 and most recently, on January 9, 2024 with the City's approval of Resolution 2024-01;
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
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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:
For projects completed by December 31, 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 January 2, 2024 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 IncrementDistrict, 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
December 31,
June 30,
June 30,
' End of
Completion
2023
2025
2029
Increment District
Percentage of
12%
10%
8%
6%
Construction Costs
WHEREAS, after a review of the original budget for the Owasso Redbud District Project
Plan and current expenditures to date, it is appropriate to consider an amendment to eliminate the
reduction in the maximum amount of assistance in development financing for projects completed
after June 30, 2025 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 December 31, 2023, the maximum amount of assistance
in development financing that the developer may receive is 12% of bard costs of the
construction of improvements on the developer's property. For projects completed
after January 1, 2024 through the end of the life of the Increment District, 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.
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, as amended
by Resolution 2021-10, Resolution 2023-13 and Resolution 2024-01, 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.
PASSED AND APPROVED this _ day of:. 2025.
Alvin Fruga, Mayor
Juliann M. Stevens, City Clerk
(SEAL)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:'
Julie Lombardi, City Attorney