Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including the transfer of Stillwater Public Library Trust funds to a new 501c3 nonprofit and two zoning changes. The meeting also featured extensive reports on community events, economic development initiatives, and upcoming activities.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket Item C
02:00Approval of the landscaping company's renewal was moved from the consent docket for specific commendation on their good work before being approved.
Resolution CC-2025-27: Stillwater Public Library Trust
03:00This resolution authorizes the transfer of funds from the Stillwater Public Library Trust to a new 501c3 nonprofit, allowing for more flexible investment of private donations and termination of the current trust.
Ordinance 3582: Rezoning 1421 West 8th Avenue
10:00An ordinance rezoning the property at 1421 West 8th Avenue from small lot single-family residential (RSS) to two-family and multi-family (RT) district zoning was adopted.
Ordinance 3583: Property at 517 Southwest Street
10:50An ordinance to remove the property at 517 Southwest Street from the corridor redevelopment area planning district and zone it as commercial general (CG) district was adopted.
Upcoming Community Events
Comprehensive Plan Community Open House
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at the Block 34 Simmons Bank Pavilion. Updates on the Envision 2045 comprehensive plan.
Downtown Stillwater Halloween Festival
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Main Street (between 6th and 10th Avenues). Features vendors, games, food trucks, costume contests, and trick-or-treating.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the Convenience Collection Center on Perkins Road. Free drop-off for household pollutants.
Lexicon Mini Comic Convention
Main event Saturday from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at multiple locations including the library and community center. Includes a beer release at 3 PM on Saturday at Simmons Bank Pavilion.
Holiday Celebrations at Block 34
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Features holiday heroes, drone shows, Santa visits, ice skating, snow globe photos, and food vendors.
Economic Summit
Will feature discussions on economic development at state, regional, and local levels.
New to Stillwater Mixer
A mixer for new residents to connect with local community resources and non-profits.
All-in for Oklahoma Meeting
Stillwater will host this state-level economic development meeting, including site tours for state officials.
Financial Matters
Stillwater Public Library Trust Funds
Authorization for the transfer of funds held by the Stillwater Public Library Trust to a new 501c3 nonprofit for more flexible investment and management.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Announcement regarding a company's decision to onshore in Stillwater (Meridian Technology Center project)
- Next commercial real estate panel discussion with a financial focus
- Implementation of the Center on Rural Innovation (CORI) agreement for data analysis and sustainable practices
Announcements
- Special thanks to first responders and city staff for ensuring community safety during homecoming weekend.
- The Stillwater Chamber of Commerce reported on their regional economic development roundtable, commercial real estate panel discussion, and small business university graduation.
- The Chamber is partnering with the Department of Commerce for a community marketing partnership program, including an ad in the Thunder magazine.
- The Chamber is entering an agreement with the Center on Rural Innovation (CORI) to use data for Stillwater's story and workforce opportunities.
- The Chamber will host a 'New to Stillwater Mixer' for employee retention and community integration.
- Stillwater has been selected to host the 'All-in for Oklahoma' meeting in March 2026.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Item C from Consent Docket
Renewal of a landscaping company contract.
Public Comment
Opportunity for public input on non-agenda items.
Resolution CC-2025-27
Resolution authorizing the transfer of Stillwater Public Library Trust funds to a new 501c3 nonprofit and termination of the current trust.
Ordinance 3582
Ordinance rezoning property at 1421 West 8th Avenue from RSS to RT district zoning.
Ordinance 3583
Ordinance to remove property at 517 Southwest Street from the corridor redevelopment area planning district and zone it as commercial general (CG) district.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from the City Manager and Councilors on various city activities and upcoming events.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Utilities Authority.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Economic Development Authority.
Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Report
Presentation by the Chamber of Commerce on economic development initiatives, partnerships, and future plans.