Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several key resolutions, including an application for a state grant for airport terminal improvements and the foreclosure of certain easements. They also advanced an ordinance to implement a Municipal Court technology fee to a second reading. Various community events and initiatives were announced, highlighting local engagement and economic development.
Key Decisions & Votes
Airport Terminal Improvement Grant Application
07:44:00The council authorized the submission of an application for a fiscal year 2024 Oklahoma State grant for airport terminal improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport, not to exceed $1 million, with a required city match.
Easement Foreclosure
10:00:00A resolution was adopted authorizing the foreclosure of portions of easements located west of East Rogers Drive and south of Marie Drive, as part of a court case.
Municipal Court Technology Fee Ordinance
12:00:00Ordinance 3539, which proposes adding a $20 technology fee to municipal court citations (excluding parking tickets) to offset technology costs, was advanced to a second reading.
Upcoming Community Events
Boomer Blast Fireworks Show
Boomer Lake Park, festivities start at 6:30 p.m., fireworks around 9:30 p.m. Hydration encouraged, splash pad and comfort station available. Road closures from 4:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Stillwater Farmers Market
8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Prairie Art Center. Saturdays also feature porch popup shops and a free community Art Studio project from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Crazy Days
Stillwater's annual community-wide retail sales event across various shopping centers and downtown. Swag available at Visit Stillwater office.
National Night Out
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Southern Woods Park, hosted by Stillwater Police Department. Games, food, and fun to build community relations. Vendors can contact Lieutenant Low.
Financial Matters
Air Service Agreement (MRG)
Discussion regarding the current 2-year Minimum Revenue Guarantee (MRG) agreement with American Airlines, with a total city liability of $5.2 million and OSU's proposed share of $1 million. Preliminary numbers for the first two months show roughly $250,000 in total.
Airport Terminal Improvement Grant
Application for a state grant to fund a portion of the $8.59 million estimated cost for the new terminal building, requiring a dollar-for-dollar city match up to $1 million.
Municipal Court Technology Fee
A proposed $20 fee to be assessed on municipal court citations (excluding parking tickets) to offset the increased costs of technology used in court operations.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Second reading of Ordinance 3539 regarding the Municipal Court technology fee.
Announcements
- City Hall will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, for the Independence Day Holiday.
- Trash and recycling normally collected on Thursday will be collected on Friday, and Friday's route on Saturday.
- Visit Stillwater's 'Ring the Registers' promotion: spend $50 anywhere in Stillwater (doubled during Crazy Days) and submit a receipt to win one of five $500 gift cards for American Airlines.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Item I (from Consent Docket)
Discussion and approval of the Air Service Agreement with American Airlines and OSU's participation.
Item 6A: Resolution CC-2024-19
Resolution authorizing the submission of an application for a fiscal year 2024 Oklahoma State grant for airport terminal improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport.
Item 6B: Resolution CC-2024-20
Resolution authorizing the foreclosure of portions of easements located west of East Rogers Drive and south of Marie Drive.
Item 7A: Ordinance 3539
Ordinance amending Chapter 31 Municipal Court by adding Section 31-40, assessing a Municipal Court technology fee.
Reports from the Officers and the Boards
Various announcements regarding community events, city services, and promotions.