Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several ordinances on first and second readings, including changes to parking and camping regulations for special events. The Western Payne County Ambulance Trust Authority presented an update on their services and proposed a fee increase. The Stillwater Economic Development Authority received a semi-annual report from Visit Stillwater, highlighting significant visitor spending and marketing achievements. The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved a resolution to apply for a substantial federal grant for a secondary raw water delivery system project.
Key Decisions & Votes
Ordinance 3555: Parking Restrictions for Special Events
04:00An ordinance allowing the city manager to limit or extend parking time limits and waive other parking restrictions during special events was advanced to a second reading. An emergency clause was also advanced to allow immediate implementation for upcoming events.
Ordinance 3556: Overnight Camping in City Parks
09:00An ordinance granting the city manager authority to approve overnight camping in city parks and public areas during special events was advanced to a second reading. An emergency clause was also advanced.
Ordinance 3554: Rezoning of Animal Control Facility Land
12:00An ordinance rezoning approximately 6.8 acres at 2020 West Airport Road (3111 North Hargus Road) from light industrial to public for the animal control facility was adopted.
Stillwater Regional Airport Advisory Board Appointments
30:00Bill Arrington, Denise Roberts, and Mindy Murray were reappointed to three-year terms on the Stillwater Regional Airport Advisory Board.
Grant Application for Secondary Raw Water Delivery System Project
53:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved a resolution to submit a grant application for $50 million in federal funds from the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Grant program for the secondary raw water delivery system project, with a local match of $16.67 million.
Upcoming Community Events
Parks Open House
5:30 p.m. at the Stillwater Community Center. Opportunity to provide suggestions and ideas about Stillwater Parks, Community spaces, and Facilities.
Financial Matters
Western Payne County Ambulance Trust Authority Fee Increase
The Western Payne County Ambulance Trust Authority proposed increasing the monthly subscription fee from $5 to $6, effective July 1st, to cover rising operational costs. This is the first increase in 14 years.
BRIC Grant Application for Water Project
Resolution approved to apply for federal grant funds for the secondary raw water delivery system project, with a total estimated cost of $66,666,666.67.
Visitor Tax Revenue
Visit Stillwater reported that visitor tax was trending 115% ahead of the previous year in December, equating to over half a million dollars for visitor development and quality of life amenities.
Visitor Spending
40% of total spending in Stillwater came from visitors, with an average daily spend of $280 per visitor.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- March 7th: Deadline to register to vote for the April 1st election.
Watch For
- April 1st, 2025 ballot: Proposition to construct a new Animal Welfare facility.
Announcements
- Stillwater Electric Utility earned first place honors from the Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma (MESO) for electric operations, reliability, and safety for the second year in a row.
- The Stillwater Public Library is offering free tax preparation assistance from AARP through April 8th. Appointments can be scheduled online or by phone.
- City offices will be closed for President's Day on Monday, February 17th. Trash, recycling, and yard waste collection will proceed as scheduled.
- The city is accepting applications for various committees, including the Board of Adjustment, Board of Drainage Appeals, and Building Trades boards.
- Staff will be presenting details of the proposed Animal Welfare facility proposition to local organizations and residents in the coming weeks.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of minutes and other routine items.
Ordinance 3555: Amending Stillwater City Code Chapter 29 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic)
An ordinance allowing the city manager to limit or extend parking time limits and waive other parking restrictions during special events.
Emergency Clause for Ordinance 3555
Emergency clause for Ordinance 3555 to allow immediate implementation.
Ordinance 3556: Amending Stillwater City Code Chapter 33 (Parks, Events and Recreation)
An ordinance allowing the city manager authority to grant overnight camping in city parks and public areas during special events.
Emergency Clause for Ordinance 3556
Emergency clause for Ordinance 3556 to allow immediate implementation.
Ordinance 3554: Rezoning of Land at 2020 West Airport Road
An ordinance rezoning approximately 6.8 acres for the animal control facility from light industrial to public.
Western Payne County Ambulance Trust Authority Presentation
Presentation on the ambulance trust's service update and proposed rate structure.
Appointments to Stillwater Regional Airport Advisory Board
Reappointment of Bill Arrington, Denise Roberts, and Mindy Murray to three-year terms.
Resolution SUA-2025-1: Grant Application for Secondary Raw Water Delivery System Project
A resolution authorizing and approving the submission of a grant application for federal funds for the secondary raw water delivery system project.
Visit Stillwater Semiannual Report
Presentation of accomplishments for the first half of the fiscal year by Visit Stillwater.