Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting on April 7, 2025, included several proclamations recognizing achievements and upcoming events, such as the Stillwater Regional Airport's awards and Red Dirt Music Week. Key decisions involved the approval of an easement closing for the new high school and the adoption of a rezoning ordinance. The meeting also featured a detailed discussion on the purchase of new equipment for wastewater treatment in light of potential state legislation.
Key Decisions & Votes
Closing of a portion of a general utility drainage and pedestrian easement at 410 West Franklin Avenue
00:20:00The council approved the closing of an 8,572 sq ft easement to allow for the expansion of the new high school building, with utilities having been abandoned and relocated.
Ordinance 3564: Closing of a portion of a general utility drainage and pedestrian easement
00:26:00Ordinance 3564, related to the easement closing at 410 West Franklin Lane for the new high school, was advanced on first read.
Ordinance 3563: Rezoning of land on North Lincoln Street and West Tyler Avenue
00:26:50Ordinance 3563, rezoning properties on North Lincoln Street and West Tyler Avenue from two-family and multi-family residential to two-family and multi-family, was adopted on second read.
Purchase of wastewater treatment equipment
00:43:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved the purchase of new equipment for beneficial land application of sewage sludge, despite potential state legislation (Senate Bill 3) that could restrict this practice, due to the current equipment nearing its end of life and the new equipment's versatility.
Upcoming Community Events
Stillwater Arts Festival
Prairie Art Center at 101 South Duck Street. Friday: noon-8 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Features live music, artist demos, food trucks, and a farmers market.
Household Hazardous Waste Event
8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Convenience Collection Center (807 South Perkins Road). Opportunity to dispose of oil-based paint, pesticides, herbicides, mixed fuels, and other hazardous materials for free.
Boys from Oklahoma Concert Series (Red Dirt Music Week)
Concerts on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights with many additional events throughout the community. Text 'boys from okay' to 67283 for updates. Websites: okstate.com/concert or visitstillwater.org.
Financial Matters
Wastewater treatment equipment purchase
Proposed expenditure for new tractor and trailer injection unit for beneficial land application of sewage sludge, with the tractor having multiple other uses.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Online orders for rain barrels due by April 28th.
Watch For
- Future application for cleanup of all easements in the area of the new high school.
- Potential impact of Senate Bill 3 on wastewater sludge disposal methods.
Announcements
- Stillwater Regional Airport and Director Kelly Reid received Airport of the Year and Airport Director of the Year awards from the Oklahoma Airport Operators Association.
- April 2025 proclaimed as Fair Housing Month in Stillwater.
- April 5th-11th, 2025 proclaimed as the Week of the Young Child in Stillwater.
- April 7th-13th, 2025 proclaimed as Red Dirt Music Week in Stillwater, celebrating the genre's cultural legacy and featuring the Boys from Oklahoma Concert Series.
- Voters approved an animal welfare bond, and staff are beginning development, engineering, and design for the new animal welfare facility.
- The city is offering rain barrels to help residents save money on water bills and reduce stormwater pollution. More information at stillwater.gov/stormwater.
- Airport staff quickly addressed a constituent's concern about nighttime visibility at a crosswalk by installing a light.
- The airport successfully conducted its tri-annual disaster preparedness drill on March 29th, involving multiple agencies and volunteers.
- The Stillwater Chamber of Commerce reported on economic development successes, including the Google data center acquisition (Project Rohan) and growth in site consultant contacts. They emphasized job creation, attracting investment, and community stability.
Agenda Summary
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening of the meeting and recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Proclamations and Presentations
Recognition of Stillwater Regional Airport, proclamation of Fair Housing Month, proclamation of Week of the Young Child, and proclamation of Red Dirt Music Week.
Consent Docket (City Council)
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Hearing: Easement Closing at 410 West Franklin Avenue
Receive public comment regarding a request from Independent School District #16 for closing a portion of a general utility drainage and pedestrian easement.
Ordinance 3564 (First Read)
An ordinance closing a portion of a general utility drainage and pedestrian easement at 410 West Franklin Lane.
Ordinance 3563 (Second Read)
An ordinance rezoning land at 814-824 North Lincoln Street and 1102-1110 West Tyler Avenue from two-family and multi-family residential to two-family and multi-family.
Reports from Officers and Board
Reports from the City Attorney, City Manager, and Councilors.
Executive Session Request
Request for executive session to discuss employment matters for the City Attorney and City Manager.
Consent Docket (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for SEDA.
Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Report
Presentation by Carrie Moore, Director of Economic Development for the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.
Adjournment (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)
Adjournment of the SEDA meeting.
Consent Docket (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for SUA, with item 2B pulled for discussion.
Discussion and Approval of Item 2B (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Discussion and approval of the purchase of wastewater treatment equipment.
Reports from Officers of the Board (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Reports from SUA officers.
Adjournment (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Adjournment of the SUA meeting.
Executive Session (City Council)
Discussion of employment, hiring, appointment, promotion, demotion, disciplining, or resignation of city attorney Kimberly Carnley and city manager Brady Moore.
Adjournment (City Council)
Adjournment of the City Council meeting.