Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved a map amendment to rezone 320 South Walnut Street from single-family to two-family residential and a special use permit for townhomes on the property, with conditions for an 8-foot solid fence and directional lighting. The council also adopted a revised rate schedule for solid waste collection services and approved a contract for citywide branding and wayfinding. Additionally, the Stillwater Utilities Authority approved an outage management system upgrade and a transmission line replacement project.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment for 320 South Walnut Street
00:26:40The City Council approved the rezoning of 320 South Walnut Street from small lot single-family residential (RSS) to two-family residential (RT) as recommended by the planning commission.
Special Use Permit for Townhomes at 320 South Walnut Street
00:41:00A special use permit was approved to allow townhomes at 320 South Walnut Street, with conditions requiring an 8-foot solid fence on the western boundary and efforts to ensure lighting does not intrude on the neighbor's backyard.
Citywide Branding and Wayfinding Contract
00:54:20A contract with Found Design LLC (Merge) for $31,285 was approved for professional design and planning for citywide branding, to be integrated with an existing wayfinding project.
2025 City of Stillwater Hazard Mitigation Plan
01:06:00Resolution CC-2025-23, adopting the 2025 city of Stillwater hazard mitigation plan, was approved.
Revised Rate Schedule for Solid Waste Collection Services
01:22:40Resolution CC-2025-24, adopting a revised rate schedule for solid waste collection services with subsequent rate increases, was approved.
Outage Management System Upgrade Project
01:35:40The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved the Outage Management System upgrade project and authorized expenditures from the electric rate stabilization fund and capital water fund for its implementation.
GRDA Stillwater 69 Substation to Jardo Transmission Replacement Project
01:44:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved the GRDA Stillwater 69 substation to Jardo transmission replacement project, including engineering services and associated expenditures.
Sale of 229 South Knoblock Street
01:49:50Resolution CEDA-2025-4 was adopted, consenting to the sale of 229 South Knoblock Street to Bank of Oklahoma, conditioned on full repayment of outstanding balances to CEDA prior to closing.
Upcoming Community Events
Lights on the Lake
Market 34
Block 34, featuring local vendors, handmade goods, food trucks, and live music. More info at block34.org.
Utility Box Art Contest
Theme: Stillwater Strong. Enter online at Stillwater.org or drop off artwork at the Stillwater Community Center.
Cowboy Football Game Day Park and Ride Shuttle Service
Free parking and shuttles every 30 minutes, starting 3 hours before kickoff. Pickup/drop-off at 7th Avenue and Lewis Street. Full guide at visitstillwater.org.
Financial Matters
Citywide Branding and Wayfinding Contract
Contract with Found Design LLC (Merge) for professional design and planning for branding.
Solid Waste Collection Services Rate Increases
Revised rate schedule adopted, including percentage increases to existing rates and a change to commercial and rolloff rate mechanisms to include a disposal fee.
Outage Management System Upgrade Project
Initial contract amount for Datavoice International, Inc. for the upgrade, with additional expenditures from electric rate stabilization fund ($228,044) and capital water fund ($217,844) including contingency.
GRDA Stillwater 69 Substation to Jardo Transmission Replacement Project
Contract with AF Associates LLC for engineering services, with total project estimated at $6.75 million from the electric freight stabilization fund (up to $810,190 including contingency).
Repayment for 229 South Knoblock Street Sale
Estimated amount to be repaid to CEDA from the sale of the property to Bank of Oklahoma, contingent on full repayment prior to closing.
Public Comments
Public comments were received regarding the rezoning and special use permit for 320 South Walnut Street. The applicant's representative and developer spoke in favor, highlighting efforts to meet city requirements and the need for housing. Neighbors expressed concerns about increased traffic, the impact of townhomes on the single-family neighborhood, and the placement of parking lots and lighting near their properties.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Utility Box Art Contest: October 1
- Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan: Public meeting likely late November, review and adoption by Planning Commission and City Council in November.
Watch For
- Community input opportunities for citywide branding and wayfinding project
- Implementation of the phased citywide branding plan
- Further details on the Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan
Announcements
- Lake McMurtry Friends annual presentation highlighted visitor numbers and programs.
- Envision Stillwater 2045 Comprehensive Plan is in final internal review, with public input opportunities coming soon.
- Block 34 is a growing community hub with events like Market 34, concerts, and yoga.
- The deadline for the Utility Box Art Contest has been extended to October 1.
- The city's Sidewalk Connect program addresses sidewalk concerns and requests for new connections.
- A Park and Ride shuttle service is available for Cowboy football game days.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket (City Council)
Approval of routine administrative items.
6A: Map Amendment to Rezone 320 South Walnut Street (CC-25-129)
Request to rezone property from small lot single-family residential (RSS) to two-family residential (RT).
6B: Specific Use Permit for Townhomes at 320 South Walnut Street (CC-25-130)
Request for a specific use permit to allow townhomes in the two-family residential district.
7A: Lake McMurtry Friends Annual Presentation
Presentation on Lake McMurtry's mission, visitor statistics, revenue, and programs.
7B: Contract with Found Design LLC (Merge) for Branding
Consider approval of a contract for professional design and planning for citywide branding.
8A: Resolution CC-2025-23, Adopting 2025 City of Stillwater Hazard Mitigation Plan
Resolution to adopt the updated hazard mitigation plan as required by state and federal law.
8B: Resolution CC-2025-24, Adopting Revised Rate Schedule for Solid Waste Collection Services
Resolution to adopt a revised rate structure and subsequent rate increases for solid waste collection.
9A: Ordinance 3576 (First Read) - Rezone 320 South Walnut Street
Ordinance to rezone property from small lot single-family residential (RSS) to two-family residential (RT).
9B: Ordinance 3578 (Second Read) - Rezone 624 West 22nd Avenue
Ordinance rezoning a tract of land from small lot single-family residential and agriculture to agriculture.
9C: Ordinance 3579 (Second Read) - Close Utility Easement at 707 East Airport Road
Ordinance closing a portion of a general utility easement.
Consent Docket (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items.
5A: Outage Management System Upgrade Project (SUA)
Consider approval of the outage management system upgrade project for electric and water utilities.
5B: GRDA Stillwater 69 Substation to Jardo Transmission Replacement Project (SUA)
Consider approval of the transmission line replacement project.
6A: Resolution SUA 2025-7, Adopting Revised Rate Structure for Solid Waste Collection Services
Resolution to adopt a revised rate structure and subsequent rate increases for solid waste collection (same as CC-2025-24).
Consent Docket (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items.
5A: Resolution CEDA-2025-4, Consenting to Sale of 229 South Knoblock Street
Resolution consenting to the sale of property to Bank of Oklahoma and authorizing related documents, conditioned on full repayment to CEDA.