Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several resolutions, including updates to utility terms and conditions, applications for FAA airport improvement grants, and a waiver of rural fire bills for the March 14th wildfire disaster. They also advanced an ordinance to update tobacco and vapor product regulations and adopted an ordinance to close an alley right-of-way. The Stillwater Utilities Authority also adopted the resolution regarding utility terms and conditions.
Key Decisions & Votes
Utility Terms and Conditions Update
04:00Resolution CC-2025-12 was adopted, amending the terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities to include new sections on unified billing, identity theft protection, and deceased account holders, and clarifying the utility assistance program.
FAA Airport Improvement Program Discretionary Funds Application
07:30Resolution CC-2025-13 was adopted, approving the submission of an application for FAA discretionary grant funds totaling $1,244,408 for a passenger boarding bridge and baggage conveyor at Stillwater Regional Airport, with a local sponsor match of $69,134.
FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant Funds Application
11:30Resolution CC-2025-14 was adopted, approving the submission of an application for FAA infrastructure grant funds totaling $719,840 for furniture, fixtures, and equipment at Stillwater Regional Airport, with a local sponsor match of $37,886.
Waiver of Rural Fire Bills for Wildfire Disaster
16:00Resolution CC-2025-15 was adopted, authorizing the waiver of approximately $75,000 in rural fire bills for services provided by the Stillwater Fire Department in response to the March 14th, 2025 wildfire disaster, impacting 24 properties.
Tobacco and Vapor Product Regulations
25:00Ordinance 3574 was advanced to its second reading, repealing and replacing the city's smoking article to update regulations on tobacco and vapor product use in public places, aligning with state laws and T-set eligibility criteria.
Alley Right-of-Way Closure
26:00Ordinance 3572 was adopted, closing an alley right-of-way abutting properties at 1101 and 1123 West University Avenue, 221 South Lincoln, and 206 South Monroe Streets.
SUA Utility Terms and Conditions Update
34:00Resolution SUA-2025-3 was adopted, mirroring the City Council's decision to amend the terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities.
Upcoming Community Events
Stillwater Public Library Summer Programs
Summer reading program, summer cinema, and more.
Senior Center Programs
Art, dancing, dance classes, guitar lessons, Zumba, card games, and other activities.
Splash Pads Open
Open from 10 AM to 8 PM, closed during inclement weather and maintenance.
Stillwater Strong Relief Fund Application Deadline
For residents impacted by March wildfires, apply at unitedwaypaynecounty.org/stillwaterstrong.
FEMA and SBA Aid Deadline
For those affected by the March wildfires.
Fire Station Number Two Grand Opening
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM at 1701 Northwestern Road. Guided tours available.
Crazy Days
Stillwater's annual community-wide retail event with sales across various shopping areas. More info at visitstillwater.org.
Crazy Days Ring Registers Promotion Giveaway
More info at visitstillwater.org.
Block 34 Dedication Ceremony
7:00 PM during the Dancing Turtle event, featuring live entertainment, Kicker sound stage, and Simmons Bank Pavilion. More info at stillwater.gov/block34.
Financial Matters
FAA Airport Improvement Program Discretionary Grant
Anticipated grant funds for a passenger boarding bridge and baggage conveyor at Stillwater Regional Airport.
Local Sponsor Match for AIP Grant
Required 5% local match for the FAA Airport Improvement Program discretionary grant.
FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant
Anticipated grant funds for furniture, fixtures, and equipment at Stillwater Regional Airport.
Local Sponsor Match for AIG Grant
Required 5% local match for the FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant.
Waiver of Rural Fire Bills
Approximate amount of billable fees waived for Stillwater Fire Department services during the March 14th wildfire disaster.
Stillwater Strong Relief Fund
Available funds from over 1500 donors to support renters and homeowners impacted by the March wildfires.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Stillwater Strong Relief Fund application deadline: End of July
- FEMA and SBA aid application deadline: July 22nd
Watch For
- Second reading of Ordinance 3574 regarding tobacco and vapor product regulations.
Announcements
- Stillwater Public Library offers summer reading programs and cinema.
- Senior Center provides various activities like art, dancing, and card games.
- Splash pads are open daily from 10 AM to 8 PM.
- Residents impacted by March wildfires can apply for financial assistance through the Stillwater Strong Relief Fund until the end of July.
- FEMA and SBA aid application deadline for wildfire victims is July 22nd.
- Grand opening of Fire Station Number Two on Tuesday, July 22nd, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at 1701 Northwestern Road.
- Crazy Days, Stillwater's annual retail event, runs from July 16th to 20th.
- Block 34 dedication ceremony on Saturday, July 26th, at 7:00 PM during the Dancing Turtle event.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Resolution CC-2025-12
Amending the terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities.
Resolution CC-2025-13
Approving submission of an application for FAA Airport Improvement Program discretionary funds for Stillwater Regional Airport.
Resolution CC-2025-14
Approving submission of an application for FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant funds for Stillwater Regional Airport.
Resolution CC-2025-15
Authorizing the waiver of Stillwater Fire Department bills for rural fire services provided in response to the March 14th, 2025 wildfire disaster.
Ordinance 3574 (First Read)
Amending the city code by repealing and replacing Article 7, smoking, with a new article on the use of tobacco products and vapor products in certain places.
Ordinance 3572 (Second Read)
Closing an alley right-of-way abutting properties at 1101 and 1123 West University Avenue, 221 South Lincoln, and 206 South Monroe Streets.
Item 8: Reports from the Officers in the Board
Announcements and updates from city staff and council members.
SUA Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
Resolution SUA-2025-3
Amending the terms and conditions of service for municipal authorities.