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 2025 wildfires. An ordinance to update the city's tobacco and vapor product use regulations was advanced to a second reading, and an alley right-of-way closure was adopted.
Key Decisions & Votes
Utility Terms and Conditions Update
03:00:00Resolution CC-2025-12 was adopted, updating the city's utility terms and conditions to include new sections on unified billing, identity theft protection, and deceased account holders, and clarifying the utility assistance program.
FAA Airport Improvement Program Grant Application
05:00:00Resolution CC-2025-13 was adopted, approving the submission of an application for FAA discretionary funds to procure and install a passenger boarding bridge and baggage conveyor at Stillwater Regional Airport, with an estimated total cost of $1,313,542.
FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant Application (FF&E)
08:00:00Resolution CC-2025-14 was adopted, approving the submission of an application for FAA infrastructure grant funds for furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for the new terminal at Stillwater Regional Airport, with an estimated total cost of $769,471.
Waiver of Rural Fire Bills for Wildfire Disaster
11:00:00Resolution CC-2025-15 was adopted, authorizing the waiver of approximately $75,000 in Stillwater Fire Department bills for rural fire services provided in response to the March 14, 2025 wildfire disaster, impacting 24 incidents.
Tobacco and Vapor Product Use Ordinance
17:00:00Ordinance 3574 was advanced to a 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
24:00:00Ordinance 3572 was adopted, officially closing an alley right-of-way abutting properties at 1101 and 1123 West University Avenue, 221 South Lincoln, and 206 South Monroe Streets.
Stillwater Utilities Authority (SUA) Resolution
32:00:00Resolution SUA-2025-3 was adopted, mirroring the utility terms and conditions updates approved by the City Council.
Upcoming Community Events
Stillwater Public Library Summer Programs
Includes 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 Application Deadline
For those affected by the March wildfires.
Grand Opening of Fire Station #2
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. Includes the Crazy Days Ring Registers promotion giveaway throughout July. More info at visitstillwater.org.
Block 34 Dedication Ceremony
7:00 PM, during the Dancing Turtle event. Enjoy live entertainment and celebrate the new community space. More info at stillwater.gov/block34.
Financial Matters
FAA Airport Improvement Program Discretionary Funds
Grant funds for passenger boarding bridge and baggage conveyor at Stillwater Regional Airport. Total project cost $1,313,542 with a local sponsor match of $69,134.
FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant Funds (FF&E)
Grant funds for furniture, fixtures, and equipment for the new Stillwater Regional Airport terminal. Total project cost $769,471 with a local sponsor match of $37,886.
Waiver of Rural Fire Bills
Approximate amount of billable fees for equipment and personnel waived for rural fire services provided during the March 14, 2025 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 and potential adoption of Ordinance 3574 regarding tobacco and vapor product use.
Announcements
- Stillwater Public Library offers summer reading programs, summer cinema, and more.
- The Senior Center has various programs including art, dancing, guitar lessons, Zumba, and card games.
- City splash pads are open daily from 10 AM to 8 PM.
- Stillwater residents impacted by the March wildfires can apply for financial assistance through the Stillwater Strong Relief Fund at unitedwaypaynecounty.org/stillwaterstrong until the end of July.
- The deadline for FEMA and SBA aid applications for wildfire victims is July 22nd.
- Grand opening of Fire Station #2 will be on Tuesday, July 22nd, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at 1701 Northwestern Road.
- Crazy Days, Stillwater's annual community-wide retail event, is from July 16th to 20th, with the Ring Registers promotion giveaway throughout July. More information at visitstillwater.org.
- The Block 34 dedication ceremony will be on Saturday, July 26th, at 7:00 PM, coinciding with the Dancing Turtle event. More information at stillwater.gov/block34.
Agenda Summary
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 the submission of an application for FY2025 Airport Improvement Program discretionary funds for a passenger boarding bridge and baggage conveyor.
Resolution CC-2025-14
Approving the submission of an application for FY2025 Airport Infrastructure Grant funds for furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for the new airport terminal.
Resolution CC-2025-15
Authorizing the waiver of Stillwater Fire Department bills for rural fire services provided in response to the March 14, 2025 wildfire disaster.
Ordinance 3574 (First Read)
Amending the city code by repealing and replacing the article on smoking with a new article on the use of tobacco products and vapor products in certain places prohibited.
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.
Reports from Officers and Board
Announcements regarding summer activities, wildfire relief efforts, and upcoming city events.
Stillwater Utilities Authority (SUA) Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the SUA.
Resolution SUA-2025-3
Amending the terms and conditions of service for municipal authorities, mirroring CC-2025-12.
Reports from Officers of the SUA Board
No additional reports from the SUA board.