Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several 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 its second reading. Additionally, the council discussed the city's air service agreement with American Airlines and OSU's financial participation.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket (excluding Item I)
01:20The consent docket, with the exception of Item I, was approved by a vote of 5-0.
Air Service Agreement (Item I)
06:00Item I, concerning the air service agreement, was approved after a discussion regarding OSU's financial contribution and the city's liability.
Resolution CC-2024-19 (Airport Terminal Improvements Grant)
08:50A resolution authorizing the submission of an application for a fiscal year 2024 Oklahoma State grant for airport terminal improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport, including a sponsor match, was approved.
Resolution CC-2024-20 (Easement Foreclosure)
11:40A resolution authorizing the foreclosure of portions of easements located west of East Rogers Drive and south of Marie Drive was approved.
Ordinance 3539 (Municipal Court Technology Fee)
15:00An ordinance amending the city code to add a section for the assessment of a Municipal Court technology fee was advanced to its second reading. This fee will add $20 to traffic citations to offset technology costs.
Upcoming Community Events
Boomer Blast Fireworks Show
Boomer Lake Park, festivities start at 6:30 PM, fireworks at 9:30 PM. Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect.
Stillwater Farmers Market
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Prairie Art Center. Features fresh produce, flowers, farm-fresh eggs, homemade breads, and canned goods.
Crazy Days
Community-wide retail sales event across Stillwater. Visit visitstillwater.org for participating businesses and swag.
National Night Out
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Southern Woods Park. Community event to build relations with emergency responders, featuring games, food, and fun.
Financial Matters
Air Service Agreement (MRG)
Discussion regarding the current 2-year Minimum Revenue Guarantee (MRG) agreement with American Airlines, totaling $5.2 million liability for the city, with OSU's proposed share being $1 million over the two years. Preliminary numbers for the first two months indicate a cost of approximately $250,000.
Airport Terminal Improvements Grant
Application for a grant from the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) for airport terminal improvements, with ODAA participating up to 50% of project cost, not exceeding $1 million. The city's match will not exceed $1 million.
Municipal Court Technology Fee
Proposed fee of $20 to be assessed on municipal court citations (excluding parking tickets) to offset increased costs of technology used in court operations, prosecution, and administration.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Second reading of Ordinance 3539 (Municipal Court Technology Fee)
- Updates on city construction and roadway projects
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 will be collected on Saturday.
- Visit Stillwater's 'Ring the Registers' promotion: spend $50 anywhere in Stillwater (double entries during Crazy Days) and submit receipts to visitstillwater.org for a chance to win one of five $500 American Airlines gift cards.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Item I (from Consent Docket)
Discussion and approval of the air service agreement.
Item 6A: Resolution CC-2024-19
A resolution authorizing and approving the submission of an application for fiscal year 2024 Oklahoma State grant for airport improvement with funds administered by the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics for airport terminal improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport and approving the required sponsor match.
Item 6B: Resolution CC-2024-20
A resolution of the city council of the City of Stillwater, Oklahoma, authorizing foreclosure of portions of easements dedicated pursuant to separate instruments located in the Northeast quarter of section 35, Township 20 North, Range 2 East of the Indian Basin Meridian, Payne County, State of Oklahoma, generally located west of East Rogers Drive and south of Marie Drive in Stillwater, Oklahoma, as set forth in the case of Camr Development v. The City of Stillwater et al., Payne County District Court case number CJ-2024-282.
Item 7A: Ordinance 3539
An ordinance amending the Stillwater City Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 31, Municipal Court, Article 1, in general, by adding Section 31-40, Assessment of Municipal Court Technology Fee, repealing all ordinances to the contrary and providing for severability.