Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting on October 6, 2025, included several proclamations for Public Power Week, Fire Prevention Week, and Support Your Local Chamber Day. The Mayor and City Manager also provided an update on their trip to Stillwater's sister city, Kameoka, Japan, celebrating the 40th anniversary of their relationship. The council approved several zoning map amendments and specific use permits.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment: 1421 West 8th Avenue
01:00:00The request to rezone property at 1421 West 8th Avenue from small lot single family residential to two-family residential was approved, allowing for the addition of a duplex.
Map Amendment: 517 Southwest Street
01:06:00The request to remove property at 517 Southwest Street from the corridor redevelopment area planning district and zone it as commercial general was approved to allow for consolidation with an adjacent commercial general lot for commercial development.
Specific Use Permit: 418 East Mroy Road
01:12:00A specific use permit was approved to allow churches and other religious institutions in the small lot single family residential district at 418 East Mroy Road, facilitating the expansion of the existing Hosanna Church.
Ordinance 3580: Rezoning 1212 South Perkins Road
01:17:00Ordinance 3580, rezoning property at 1212 South Perkins Road from light industrial to commercial general, was adopted.
Ordinance 3581: Amending Finance Department Titles
01:18:00Ordinance 3581, amending the city code to allow the Director of Finance to also hold the title of Chief Financial Officer, was adopted.
Upcoming Community Events
Public Power Week
Recognizing Stillwater Electric Utility's contributions and the benefits of public power.
Fire Prevention Week
Focus on home fire escape plans and fire safety education, with Stillwater Fire and Emergency Services conducting skits at elementary schools.
Support Your Local Chamber Day
Recognizing the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce for its role in economic growth and community support.
Cornhole Tournament (Bean Bag Benefit)
On Block 34 lawn, check-in at 10:30 AM, tournament at noon. Fundraiser for United Way of Payne County.
Harvest Festival
On Block 34, organized by Leadership Stillwater Class 34.
Envision 2045 Comprehensive Plan Community Meeting
5:30 PM at Simmons Bank Pavilion on Block 34. Final community meeting for the comprehensive plan.
Lexicon (Mini Comic Convention)
Main event on Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM, at multiple locations including the library and community center. For fans of comic books, sci-fi, gaming, cosplay, anime, and pop culture.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the Convenience Collection Center (807 South Perkins Road). Free drop-off for household pollutants.
America's Greatest Homecoming
Walkaround on Friday, October 17th (street closure 5 PM). Sea of Orange parade on Saturday, October 18th at 9 AM, including a memorial for the 10-year anniversary of the homecoming tragedy. Football game kickoff at 7 PM.
Public Comments
Two individuals spoke during the public hearings for map amendments, both in favor of the proposed changes, representing the applicants.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Stillwater Sister Cities Council to send middle school students to Kameoka, Japan in two weeks.
- Kameoka, Japan to send students to Stillwater next year for the first time since 2023.
- Ordinance 3582 (rezoning 1421 West 8th Avenue) to second reading.
- Ordinance 3583 (rezoning 517 Southwest Street) to second reading.
Announcements
- Mayor and City Manager visited Stillwater's sister city, Kameoka, Japan, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the sister city relationship and Kameoka's 70th anniversary as a city. They highlighted cultural exchanges, a tree planting ceremony, and the honoring of Larry and Kyle Jones for their contributions to the sister city relationship.
- Iron Monk is making a new Japanese-style beer named Shimai Toshi (Sister Cities) with a custom label featuring landmarks from Stillwater and Kameoka.
- The Stillwater Sister Cities Council encourages community involvement in cultural exchanges.
- The SID (Special Needs Alerts on Identification) program is in its second year, led by Stillwater Police and dispatch, providing first responders with information on special needs and health conditions for improved response. Information is confidential and not public record.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: Public Power Week
Proclamation recognizing the Stillwater Electric Utility for its contributions to the community and the benefits of public power.
Proclamation: Fire Prevention Week
Proclamation urging residents to plan and practice home fire escape plans and support fire prevention education.
Proclamation: Support Your Local Chamber Day
Proclamation recognizing the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce for its role in fostering economic growth and supporting local businesses.
Sister Cities Update and Presentation
Presentation by Mayor Joyce and City Manager Moore on their trip to Kameoka, Japan, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sister city relationship.
Proclamation: 40th Anniversary of Sister Cities Partnership
Proclamation commemorating the 40th anniversary of the sister cities partnership between Stillwater, Oklahoma, and Kameoka, Japan.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
7A: Public Comment on Map Amendment CC-25-140
Receive public comment regarding a request to rezone property at 1421 West 8th Avenue from small lot single family residential to two-family residential.
7B: Public Comment on Map Amendment CC-25-141
Receive public comment regarding a request to remove property at 517 Southwest Street from the corridor redevelopment area planning district and zone as commercial general.
7C: Public Comment on Specific Use Permit CC-25-142
Receive public comment for a specific use permit to allow churches and other religious institutions in the small lot single family residential district at 418 East Mroy Road.
8A: Ordinance 3582 (First Read)
An ordinance rezoning property at 1421 West 8th Avenue from small lot single family residential to two-family and multi-family district.
8B: Ordinance 3583 (First Read)
An ordinance to remove property at 517 Southwest Street from the corridor redevelopment area planning district and zone as commercial general district.
9A: Ordinance 3580 (Second Read)
An ordinance rezoning property at 1212 South Perkins Road from light industrial to commercial general.
9B: Ordinance 3581 (Second Read)
An ordinance amending the Stillwater City Code regarding the Director of Finance and Chief Financial Officer titles.
Reports from Officers and Board
Updates and announcements from city officials.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - Reports from Officers of the Board
Updates and announcements from the Stillwater Utilities Authority board.