Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several resolutions, including the Envision Stillwater 2045 comprehensive plan and an application for film-friendly certification. They also discussed proposed downtown intersection improvements, with a focus on converting some intersections to four-way stops and enhancing the 10th and Main roundabout. Financial matters included setting new water and sewer capacity fees and adopting a revised rate structure for utility services.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket
01:20The consent docket was approved with a vote of five to zero.
Water and Sewer Capacity Fees
30:40Resolution CC-2025-33 was adopted, setting water and sewer capacity fees and water tie-on fees for 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch water meter sizes.
Revised Water and Wastewater Utility Rate Structure
32:30Resolution CC-2025-34 was adopted, establishing a base charge for water and wastewater rates for larger meter sizes (8, 10, and 12 inches).
Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan
33:30Resolution CC-2025-35 was adopted, officially approving and adopting Envision Stillwater 2045 as the comprehensive plan for the City of Stillwater.
Film Friendly Certification Application
35:00Resolution CC-2025-36 was adopted, approving the submission of a film-friendly certification application to the Oklahoma Film and Music Office.
Rails to Trails Project Phase 3 Grant Application
37:50Resolution CC-2025-37 was adopted, declaring eligibility to submit an application to ODOT for Transportation Alternatives Program funds for the third phase of the Rails to Trails project and approving a budget amendment for the local match.
Rezoning 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street
40:30Ordinance 3586 was adopted on second read, rezoning a tract of land at 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street from small lot single-family residential to two-family multi-family.
Rezoning 998 South Murphy Street
41:15Ordinance 3587 was adopted on second read, rezoning a tract of land at 998 South Murphy Street from small lot single-family residential and commercial general to commercial general.
Land Development Code Amendment (Setback Exception)
42:00Ordinance 3589 was adopted on second read, amending Chapter 23 of the Land Development Code to add a setback exception in various districts.
Appointment to Transportation Projects Advisory Committee (TPAC)
43:00Dustin McDonald was appointed to the Transportation Projects Advisory Committee (TPAC).
Upcoming Community Events
Fly Home for the Holidays Giveaway
Every $50 spent earns one entry to win American Airlines gift cards and travel through Stillwater Regional Airport. Details at visitstillwater.org.
SWO for the Holidays
5:30 PM - 7 PM at Stillwater Regional Airport main terminal. Free community celebration with photos with Santa, hot chocolate, and a chance to win $100 American Airlines gift cards.
Stillwater Community United Annual Unity Event (MLK Jr. Commemoration)
Optional march at 5:30 PM from Southern Woods Park to Mount Zion Baptist Church. Program begins at Mount Zion at 6 PM. City offices closed. More info at visitstillwater.org.
Meet Your Legislators Event
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Stillwater Public Library. Hosted by the Stillwater League of Women Voters and Friends of the Stillwater Public Library.
Financial Matters
Water and Sewer Capacity Fees
New capacity fees were established for 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch water meter sizes, based on existing formulas, with a comprehensive cost study planned for the future.
Water and Wastewater Utility Rate Structure
A revised rate structure was adopted, establishing a base charge for water and wastewater rates for larger meter sizes (8, 10, and 12 inches).
Rails to Trails Project Phase 3 Local Match
A budget amendment was approved to appropriate funds for the required local match (no less than 20%) for the ODOT grant for the third phase of the Rails to Trails project, to be funded by transportation fees.
Public Comments
Elaine Zenati, a local resident, spoke in favor of the proposed downtown intersection improvements, particularly the conversion to four-way stops. She highlighted increased safety, smoother traffic flow, and enhanced pedestrian activity observed during the pilot period, and praised staff's efforts to integrate the changes aesthetically with the downtown area.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- January 4th: End of Fly Home for the Holidays giveaway
- January 19th: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (City offices closed)
- February 2nd: Start of the second regular session of the 60th legislature
Watch For
- Evaluation of downtown roundabout options (keeping vs. converting to four-way stop) with cost estimates
- Comprehensive cost study on all city development services fees
- Additional approvals for film-friendly policies and permits
Announcements
- City offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25th for Christmas and Thursday, January 1st for New Year's Day.
- Waste management collection schedules will be delayed by one day during the weeks of Christmas and New Year's.
- Residents are encouraged to have multiple ways to receive severe weather warnings and alerts; follow City of Stillwater Emergency Management on Facebook and sign up at stillwater.gov/sema.
- The United Way of Payne County was recognized for its important role in strengthening the community, particularly its work with youth services, crisis assistance, food security, mental health, and senior care. Donations are encouraged to support their annual campaign and agencies.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Comment on items not scheduled for public hearing
Opportunity for citizens to address the council on non-agenda items.
Public Comment regarding the approval and adoption of the update to the city's comprehensive plan (Envision Stillwater 2045)
Public hearing for input on the comprehensive plan update.
Presentation and discussion of proposed downtown intersection improvements
Staff presentation and discussion on converting 7th, 8th, and 9th and Main to four-way stops and enhancements to the 10th and Main roundabout.
Resolution CC-2025-33 along with SUA-2025-10
A resolution setting water and sewer capacity fees and water tie-on fees in accordance with the Stillwater municipal code.
Resolution CC-2025-34 along with SUA-2025-11
A resolution adopting the revised rate structure for water and wastewater utility services, providing for subsequent rate increases, and providing an effective date.
Resolution CC-2025-35
A resolution approving and adopting Envision Stillwater 2045 as the comprehensive plan of the City of Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Resolution CC-2025-36
A resolution of the Stillwater City Council approving the submission of a film friendly certification application to participate in the Oklahoma film friendly community program.
Resolution CC-2025-37
A resolution declaring the eligibility of the City of Stillwater to submit an application to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for use of transportation alternatives programs funds for the third phase of the Rails to Trails project.
Ordinance 3586 (Second Read)
An ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street from small lot single family residential to two family multi-family.
Ordinance 3587 (Second Read)
An ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at 998 South Murphy Street from small lot single family residential and commercial and commercial general to commercial general.
Ordinance 3589 (Second Read)
An ordinance amending chapter 23, land development code, article 6, land use classifications, to amend or to add a setback exception in various residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural districts.
Appointments to the Transportation Projects Advisory Committee (TPAC)
Appointment of a new member to fill an open seat on the committee.
Reports from the officers in the board
Updates and announcements from council members and staff.