Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several map amendments for rezoning properties and a text amendment to the land development code regarding setback exceptions. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the first public hearing for the Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan, which outlines the city's development goals for the next two decades. Additionally, discussions and actions were taken regarding airport parking lot plans and grant applications for airport improvements.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment: 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street
07:30The council approved a map amendment to rezone the property at 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street from small lot single family residential to two-family and multi-family residential (RTM), aligning with the comprehensive plan and allowing for a multi-family development.
Map Amendment: 998 South Murphy Street
29:00The council approved a map amendment to rezone the property at 998 South Murphy Street from small lot single family residential and commercial general to solely commercial general (CG), which aligns with the comprehensive plan's call for commercial use in that area.
Text Amendment: Setback Exception
49:30A text amendment to Chapter 23 of the Land Development Code was approved, modifying the setback exception rules. This change allows for front yard setback reductions based on the right-of-way directly in front of a property, rather than requiring continuous right-of-way for an entire block, and expands its applicability to all zoning districts.
Airport North Triangle Parking Lot Contract
1:22:00The council approved the award of contracts to Seymar Liberts for Project Work Package Number 5, concerning the North Triangle parking lot at Stillwater Regional Airport. This includes a partial conversion to a guaranteed maximum price of $633,388.
Stillwater Regional Airport Grant Application
1:24:45Resolution CC-2025-31 was adopted, approving the submission of a grant application to the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics for airport construction program funds for improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport, including a 5% city match of $34,026.
Resolution Authorizing Signatories for Depositories
1:26:00Resolution CC-2025-32 was adopted, an administrative resolution authorizing signatories for depositories, with changes made due to staffing changes in the municipal court.
Upcoming Community Events
Stillwater Parade of Lights
Downtown Stillwater, festivities begin at 6:30 p.m., parade starts at 7:00 p.m.
Festive Skies with Holiday Heroes Drone Shows
Block 34, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with drone shows at 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Includes choir caroling, pictures with Santa, ice skating, snow globes, and food vendors.
Financial Matters
Airport North Triangle Parking Lot
Approval of contracts for Project Work Package Number 5 for the North Triangle parking lot at Stillwater Regional Airport.
Stillwater Regional Airport Grant Application
Approval of grant application for airport construction funds. Anticipated cost share includes $646,482 from ODA state grant funds and a city match of $34,026.
Public Comments
Public comments were received on the map amendment for 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street and the text amendment for setback exceptions, with a representative from Gosen Associates speaking in favor of both. No public comments were made regarding the comprehensive plan during its first public hearing.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Voting for Utility Box Art Program winners: through Sunday, December 14th
- Rural Fire Service Contracts: annual fee of $200
Watch For
- Second public hearing and potential action on the Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan on December 15th
- Further discussion on revenue parking opportunities at the airport after a revenue study is completed
Announcements
- City offices closed on Thursday, December 25th for Christmas and Thursday, January 1st for New Year's Day.
- Waste management calendar adjusted for holidays: normal trash and recycling pickup delayed by one day.
- Live Christmas tree collection: residents can bundle trees (decorations removed, less than four feet long) and place at curb for free yard waste collection.
- Voting for Utility Box Art Program winners is open through December 14th at stillwater.org, theme is 'Stillwater Strong'.
- Rural Fire Service Contracts are available for residents outside city limits but within the Stillwater Fire Department's response area for an annual fee of $200.
- Stillwater Animal Welfare encourages adoption; visit their building at 1710 South Main Street or follow on Facebook.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
6A: Map Amendment - 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street
Received public comment and considered a request to rezone property from small lot single family residential to two-family and multi-family district.
6B: Map Amendment - 998 South Murphy Street
Received public comment and considered a request to rezone property from small lot single family residential and commercial general to commercial general.
6C: Text Amendment - Setback Exception
Received public comment and considered a text amendment to Chapter 23, Land Development Code, Article 6, Land Use Classifications, to amend or add a setback exception.
6D: Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan
Received public comment regarding the approval and adoption of the update to the city's comprehensive plan.
7A: Airport Parking Lot Plans Discussion
Discussion on airport parking lot plans as presented to the Stillwater Regional Airport Advisory Board and possible action to provide direction to staff.
7B: North Triangle Parking Lot Contract Award
Consideration and possible action to approve the award of contracts by Seymar Liberts for project work package number five, the North Triangle parking lot.
8A: Resolution CC-2025-31 - Airport Grant Application
A resolution approving the submission of an application for an Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Airport Construction Program grant funds for improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport.
8B: Resolution CC-2025-32 - Signatories for Depositories
A resolution authorizing signatories for depositories.
9: Ordinance 3586 (First Read)
An ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at 7-Eleven South Ramsey Street from small lot single family residential to two-family and multi-family.
9: Ordinance 3587 (First Read)
An ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at 998 South Murphy Street from small lot single family residential and commercial general to commercial general.
9: Ordinance 3589 (First Read)
An ordinance amending Chapter 23, Land Development Code, Article 6, Land Use Classifications, to amend or to add a setback exception.
10: Appointments - Stillwater Airport Advisory Board
Reappointment of Derek Davies and Phil Thomas to new three-year terms on the Stillwater Regional Airport Advisory Board.