Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several zoning amendments, including one for a property on South Ramsey Street and another on South Murphy Street. They also advanced 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, with no action taken but extensive discussion on its contents and implementation strategy. Additionally, plans for airport parking lot improvements and a grant application for the North Triangle parking lot were approved.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment - 711 South Ramsey Street
06:40:00The council approved the planning commission's recommendation to rezone the property from small lot single family residential to two-family and multi-family residential to support a proposed multi-family development.
Map Amendment - 998 South Murphy Street
19:50:00The council approved the planning commission's recommendation to rezone the property from small lot single family residential and commercial general to commercial general, aligning with the comprehensive plan's call for commercial use in this area.
Text Amendment - Land Development Code Setback Exception
39:30:00The council approved a text amendment to Chapter 23 of the Land Development Code to modify and expand the setback exception, making it applicable to more zoning districts and properties with specific right-of-way conditions, particularly for infill development.
Airport Parking Lot Work Package
01:10:00The council approved the award of contracts to Seymar Liberts for Project Work Package Number Five, which involves the North Triangle parking lot at the Stillwater Regional Airport, with the goal of completion before the new terminal opens.
ODAA Airport Construction Program Grant Application
01:12:00Resolution 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 the Stillwater Regional Airport, including the required city match.
Resolution Authorizing Signatories for Depositories
01:14:00Resolution CC-2025-32 was adopted, an administrative resolution authorizing signatories for depositories, specifically updating those for the municipal court due to staffing changes.
Ordinance 3586 (711 South Ramsey Street Rezoning)
01:15:00Ordinance 3586, rezoning 711 South Ramsey Street, was advanced to its second reading.
Ordinance 3587 (998 South Murphy Street Rezoning)
01:15:40Ordinance 3587, rezoning 998 South Murphy Street, was advanced to its second reading.
Ordinance 3589 (Land Development Code Text Amendment)
01:16:20Ordinance 3589, amending Chapter 23 of the Land Development Code regarding setback exceptions, was advanced to its second reading.
Stillwater Airport Advisory Board Reappointments
01:17:00Derek Davies and Phil Thomas were reappointed to new three-year terms on the Stillwater Airport Advisory Board, expiring in January 2029.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Resolution SUA-2025-9
01:25:00Resolution SUA-2025-9, a sister resolution to the city council's signatory resolution, was adopted.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Resolution CEDA-2025-5
01:26:00Resolution CEDA-2025-5 was adopted by the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.
Upcoming Community Events
Stillwater Parade of Lights
Downtown Stillwater, festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. with candy and music, 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. Includes Stillwater High School choir caroling, pictures with Santa, ice skating, snow globes, and food vendors. Drone shows at 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Financial Matters
ODAA Airport Construction Program Grant Funds
Anticipated state grant funds for the North Triangle parking lot at Stillwater Regional Airport.
City of Stillwater Sponsor Match
Required 5% city match for the ODAA airport construction program grant.
Rural Fire Service Contracts
Annual fee for residents outside city limits but within Stillwater Fire Department's response area to ensure response fees for fire incidents do not exceed $2,000.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Voting period for Utility Box Art Program winners ends Sunday, December 14th.
Watch For
- Second public hearing and potential action on the Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan on December 15th.
- Future discussion on airport revenue parking opportunities after a revenue study is completed.
Announcements
- City offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25th for Christmas and Thursday, January 1st for New Year's Day.
- Waste management calendar adjusted for Christmas and New Year's holidays; normal trash and recycling pickup will be delayed by one day.
- Residents can place live Christmas trees at the curb for regular yard waste collection free of charge after the holidays (decorations must be removed, bundles less than 4ft long).
- Voting is open for the Utility Box Art Program winners through December 14th at stillwater.org; this year's theme is Stillwater Strong.
- Rural fire service contracts are available for purchase for residents outside city limits but within the Stillwater Fire Department's response area.
- Stillwater Animal Welfare encourages adoption over shopping for pets this holiday season; visit their building or Facebook page for available animals and tips.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Hearing 6A: Map Amendment - 711 South Ramsey Street
Receive public comment regarding a request to rezone property at 711 South Ramsey Street from small lot single family residential to two-family and multi-family district.
Public Hearing 6B: Map Amendment - 998 South Murphy Street
Receive public comment regarding a request to rezone property at 998 South Murphy Street from Small Lot Single Family Residential and Commercial General to Commercial General.
Public Hearing 6C: Text Amendment - Chapter 23, Land Development Code
Receive public comment regarding a text amendment to Chapter 23, Land Development Code, Article 6, Land Use Classifications, to amend or add a setback exception.
Public Hearing 6D: Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update
Receive public comment regarding the approval and adoption of the update to the city's comprehensive plan, referred to as Envision Stillwater 2045.
General Orders 7A: Airport Parking Lot Plans Discussion
Discussion of airport parking lot plans as presented to the Stillwater Regional Airport Advisory Board and possible action to provide direction to staff.
General Orders 7B: Approval of Contracts for North Triangle Parking Lot
Consideration and possible action to approve the award of contracts by Seymar Liberts for Project Work Package Number Five, the North Triangle parking lot.
Resolution 8A: ODAA Airport Construction Program Grant Funds
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, approving associated budget amendments, and authorizing the mayor/vice mayor to execute documents.
Resolution 8B: Resolution Authorizing Signatories for Depositories
A resolution authorizing signatories for depositories, an administrative update due to staffing changes.
Ordinance 9A: Ordinance 3586 (711 South Ramsey Street Rezoning)
An ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at 711 South Ramsey Street from small lot single family residential to two-family and multi-family.
Ordinance 9B: Ordinance 3587 (998 South Murphy Street Rezoning)
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.
Ordinance 9C: Ordinance 3589 (Land Development Code Text Amendment)
An ordinance amending Chapter 23, Land Development Code, Article 6, Land Use Classifications, to amend or add a setback exception.
Appointments 10: Stillwater Airport Advisory Board
Reappointment of Derek Davies and Phil Thomas to new three-year terms on the Stillwater Airport Advisory Board.