Meeting Summary
The Sorder City Council approved several key items, including a specific use permit for a kidney dialysis center and text amendments to the land development code regarding unit ownership and sidewalk cafes. They also authorized a professional services agreement for a comprehensive rewrite of the land development code and adopted resolutions for upcoming elections and bridge safety inspections. The meeting also included a proclamation for Homelessness Awareness Month and various community announcements.
Key Decisions & Votes
Specific Use Permit for Healthcare Facility
00:06:00A specific use permit was approved for a kidney dialysis center at 1525 Southwestern Road, allowing a healthcare and social assistance facility in a commercial shopping zoning district.
Text Amendment: Unit/Condominium Ownership
00:11:40A text amendment was approved to remove unit or condominium ownership as a regulated use, allowing it in any zoning district, provided state laws for condoing a building are followed.
Text Amendment: Sidewalk Cafe Regulations
00:24:00A text amendment was approved to modify regulations for sidewalk cafes, requiring them to be built against the building with a 6-foot unobstructed sidewalk for pedestrian traffic, aligning with best practices.
Professional Services Agreement for Land Development Code Rewrite
00:32:00A professional services agreement not exceeding $110,000 with Civic Dynamics LLC was approved for a comprehensive update and rewrite of Chapter 23 of the land development code, along with a related budget revision.
Resolution for General and Runoff Elections
00:35:50Resolution CC-2025-28 was adopted, authorizing an election proclamation for a general election on February 10, 2026, and a runoff election on April 7, 2026, for the Mayor's seat.
Resolution for Bridge Safety Inspection Consultant Selection
00:41:00Resolution CC-2025-29 was adopted, selecting Consor North America as the consultant for bridge safety inspections from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028, with no cost to the city.
Extension Agreement for Federal Advocacy Services (SUA)
00:58:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved an extension agreement with MMO Partners for federal advocacy services in the amount of $79,200, along with associated budget amendments.
Upcoming Community Events
Homelessness Awareness Month
Proclamation read by Mayor William Joyce, recognizing the Mission of Hope for their services to the homeless population.
Parade of Lights
6:30 p.m. in downtown Stillwater. Entry forms accepted until Friday, November 14th at 5:00 p.m. at stillwater.gov/holidays.
Celebrate the Holidays at Block 34
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Block 34. Features holiday heroes, drone shows, Santa, ice skating on Irvy Lane, snow globe photos, and food vendors.
Payne County United Way Bean Bag Benefit (Cornhole Tournament)
Block 34. Check-in until noon, tournament begins at 1 p.m. Sign up at unitedwaypaneount.org.
Financial Matters
Professional Services Agreement for Land Development Code Rewrite
Agreement with Civic Dynamics LLC for the update and rewrite of Chapter 23 of the city code.
Extension Agreement for Federal Advocacy Services (SUA)
Extension agreement with MMO Partners for federal advocacy services for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Candidate filing period for Mayor: December 1st through December 3rd, 2025
- Parade of Lights entry forms due: Friday, November 14th at 5:00 p.m.
- Resolution for bridge inspection consultant due to ODOT: November 28th
Watch For
- Comprehensive rewrite of Chapter 23 Land Development Code (expected to take 12 months)
- Additional changes to sidewalk cafe regulations as part of the larger code rewrite
Announcements
- Stillwater Municipal Building will be closed on Thursday, November 28th (Thanksgiving Day) and Friday, November 29th.
- Our Daily Bread was recognized for its vital service in food security; donations of food or funds are encouraged.
- Residents are encouraged to report sidewalk improvement or maintenance needs online at stillwater.gov/sidewalkconnect for new requests and stillwater.gov/requesttracker for repairs.
- Ice skating will be available on Block 34 (Irvy Lane) for a couple of months this winter.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: Homelessness Awareness Month
A proclamation recognizing November 2025 as Homelessness Awareness Month and acknowledging the Mission of Hope's services.
Consent Docket
Routine administrative items grouped for a single vote.
7A: Specific Use Permit for Healthcare and Social Assistance Facility (1525 Southwestern Road)
Request for a specific use permit to operate a kidney dialysis center in a commercial shopping zoning district.
7B: Text Amendment to Chapter 23 Land Development Code (Unit/Condominium Ownership)
Text amendment to remove unit or condominium ownership as a regulated use, allowing it in any zoning district.
7C: Text Amendment to Chapter 23 Land Development Code (Sidewalk Cafe Service Areas)
Text amendment to amend regulations for sidewalk cafes, requiring them to be built against the building with a 6-foot unobstructed sidewalk.
8A: Professional Services Agreement for Land Development Code Chapter 23 Update and Rewrite
Consider approval of a professional services agreement with Civic Dynamics LLC for a comprehensive rewrite of Chapter 23 of the city code and related budget revision.
9A: Resolution CC-2025-28 (Election Proclamation)
Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign and issue an election proclamation for a general election and a runoff election for the Mayor's seat.
9B: Resolution CC-2025-29 (Bridge Safety Inspection Responsibility)
Resolution concerning the city's bridge safety inspection responsibility and notification to ODOT of bridge inspection consultant selection.
Ordinance 3584 (First Read)
Ordinance amending Chapter 23 of the city code regarding unit/condominium ownership, mirroring the earlier text amendment.
Ordinance 3585 (First Read)
Ordinance amending Chapter 23 of the city code regarding sidewalk, street, and parking lot table service areas, mirroring the earlier text amendment.
Executive Session Request
Request for an executive session to discuss the employment of the city manager and city attorney.
SUA Consent Docket
Routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
SUA 5A: Annual Report from MMO Partners and Extension Agreement
Receive annual report from MMO Partners and consider approval of an extension agreement for federal advocacy services and associated budget amendments.
CEDA Consent Docket
Routine administrative items for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.