Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several key items, including a map amendment to rezone property on West 6th Avenue for multi-family residential use and a specific use permit for a vehicle and equipment sales and service center on North Perkins Road, with the condition of an 8-foot masonry wall. They also approved an agreement with Payne County for Public Safety Communications coordination and advanced several ordinances to second reading. The construction of the new airport terminal is progressing, with the approval of work package three.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment for 5599 West 6th Avenue
00:10:00A request from Stillwater Star West LLC to rezone property at 5599 West 6th Avenue from RTM and Commercial General to RTM multi-family District was approved, allowing for the development of duplexes.
Specific Use Permit for 1600 North Perkins Road
00:20:00A specific use permit for Hall Hail Properties LLC to allow vehicle and equipment sales and service at 1600 North Perkins Road was approved, with the condition of building an 8-foot masonry wall as a noise buffer.
Closing of Right-of-Way at 5021 North Perkins Road
00:30:00A request from Independent School District number 16 and Bank SNB to close a portion of the right-of-way at 5021 North Perkins Road was approved, to facilitate future development for the Stillwater Public Schools operation of Educational Services building.
Public Safety Communications Coordination Agreement with Payne County
00:35:00An agreement between Payne County and the City of Stillwater for Public Safety Communications coordination for interoperability was approved, allowing the city to house county radio equipment and benefiting both entities.
Airport Terminal Construction - Work Package Three
00:40:00Approval of several actions related to the construction of the new airport terminal, specifically work package three, including contract award to Lippert Brothers and conversion to a guaranteed maximum price.
Upcoming Community Events
Annual Household Hazardous Waste Event
8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Convenience Collection Center (807 South Perkins Road). Offers free disposal of oil-based paints, pesticides, herbicides, lawn care products, pool chemicals, craft and hobby supplies, mixed fuels, and pharmaceuticals.
Rain Barrel Program
Purchase rain barrels through the City of Stillwater to capture water for future use and reduce stormwater pollution. Contact Zach Hensen at zack.hensen@stillwater.ok.gov or 405-533-8436 for more information.
Parks Open House
Beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Stillwater Community Center in room 201 and the main entryway area. Opportunity to provide suggestions, concerns, and ideas about Stillwater Parks, Community spaces, and Facilities.
Annual Trash Off Event
9:00 a.m. until noon. Volunteers will meet at Couch Park pavilion at 1270 East Alcott Drive. RSVP by March 27th by calling 405-533-8482 or emailing chris.franks@stillwater.ok.gov. Work gloves, safety vests, and trash bags will be provided.
Annual Midsouth Endurance Festival and Additional Events
Beginning at 3:00 p.m. on March 13th. Expect road closures and congested traffic in various areas of town and throughout the county. Allow additional travel time and watch for cyclists, runners, and walkers. Schedule of events at midsouthrace.com.
Financial Matters
Airport Terminal Project - Design and Construction Admin Fees
Current design and construction administration fees for the airport terminal project.
Airport Terminal Project - Total Cost
Estimated total cost for all packages, design, and construction of the airport terminal.
Airport Terminal Project - Grant Funds Received (Work Package 1)
Grant funds received for Work Package 1 of the airport terminal project.
Airport Terminal Project - Grant Funds Received (Work Package 3)
Grant funds received for Work Package 3 of the airport terminal project.
Airport Terminal Project - Roundabout Cost
Breakout cost for the roundabout component of Work Package 3, to be funded by transportation sales tax.
Airport Terminal Project - Work Package 3 Total
Total cost for Work Package 3, including the roundabout, Stillwater Electric materials and installation, fiberline installation, OM relocation, Olsson amendment, and contingency.
Airport Terminal Project - SEMAR Guaranteed Max Price (Partial)
Combined guaranteed maximum price for Work Packages 1, 2, and 3 of the airport terminal project.
Public Comments
One resident expressed concern about construction traffic and potential future bus parking related to the right-of-way closure at 5021 North Perkins Road, particularly regarding dirt and road usage on North Gate.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Rain barrel online orders due by April 28th
- Trash Off event RSVP by March 27th
Watch For
- Future grant applications for airport terminal project (North/South parking lots, furniture, fixtures, equipment, passenger boarding bridge, baggage handling system)
- Work Package 4 for airport terminal project (expected in one month)
Announcements
- City is accepting applications for various committees, including the Board of Drainage Appeals and Building Trades Board. More information at Stillwater.ok.gov/citizenboards.
- Appreciation for city staff, especially Waste Management, Public Safety, Public Works, and Water crews, for their work during recent challenging weather conditions.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
6A: Map Amendment - 5599 West 6th Avenue
Receive public comment regarding a request from Stillwater Star West LLC for a map amendment to rezone property addressed as 5599 West 6th Avenue from RTM and Commercial General to RTM multi-family District (CC-25-33).
6B: Specific Use Permit - 1600 North Perkins Road
Receive public comment regarding a request from Hall Hail Properties LLC for a specific use permit to allow vehicle and equipment services sales and service on a portion of property addressed at 1600 North Perkins Road in the Commercial Shopping District (CC-25-34).
6C: Closing of Right-of-Way - 5021 North Perkins Road
Receive public comment regarding a request from the Independent School District number 16 and Bank SNB for closing a portion of the Right-of-Way a property located at 5021 North Perkins Road (CC-25-35).
7A: Agreement with Payne County for Public Safety Communications Coordination
Consider approval of an agreement between Payne County and the City of Stillwater for Public Safety Communications coordination for interoperability.
7B: Actions Related to Construction of New Airport Terminal
Consider approval of several actions related to construction of the new airport terminal, including contract award for Work Package 3 and conversion to guaranteed maximum price.
8: Ordinances on First Read
Ordinance 3557: Rezoning 5599 West 6th Avenue. Ordinance 3558: Amending city code regarding sale of surplus property. Ordinance 3559: Closing a portion of Rights of Way at 5021 North Perkins Road.
8: Ordinances on Second Read
Ordinance 3555: Amending city code regarding parking restrictions during special events. Ordinance 3556: Amending city code regarding overnight camping in city parks during special events.