Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council declared May 2024 as Flood Awareness Month and discussed several dilapidated properties, granting 90-day extensions for abatement on two of them. They approved an annual agreement with the Stillwater Museum Association for $30,000 but denied a separate $20,000 capital investment request, opting instead to explore a structured grant program for community organizations. The council also approved applications for federal funding for the second phase of the Rails to Trails project and significant infrastructure improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport.
Key Decisions & Votes
Flood Awareness Month Proclamation
00:00:50Mayor William Joyce declared May 2024 as Flood Awareness Month in Stillwater, highlighting the importance of flood insurance and safety procedures, especially given recent flash flooding.
Dilapidated Property at 638 East 14th Avenue
00:10:20The council declared the structure dilapidated and a public nuisance, granting the owner, David Sorenson, 90 days to abate the issues before potential demolition by the city manager.
Dilapidated Property at 915 South McDonald Street
00:16:40The council declared the structure dilapidated and a public nuisance, granting the owners, Jerry D. and Jennifer S. Knight, 90 days to address the issues, including a new roof.
Dilapidated Property at 2110 West Sherwood Avenue
00:19:50The council declared the structure dilapidated and a public nuisance, ordering its demolition within 90 days due to ongoing structural deficiencies, despite some recent cleanup.
Stillwater Museum Association Annual Agreement
00:25:00The council approved the annual agreement with the Stillwater Museum Association for $30,000 to support public education and preservation of historical items.
Stillwater Museum Association Capital Investment Request
00:26:40The council denied a one-time request for $20,000 for museum renovations, instead directing staff to explore creating a structured, yearly grant program for similar community projects.
Rails to Trails Project Phase 2 Grant Application
00:37:00The council approved submitting an application to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation for federal funds for the second phase of the Rails to Trails project, connecting Mroy Road to 6th Avenue.
Stillwater Regional Airport Infrastructure Grant Applications
00:48:00The council approved submitting applications for various FAA grant funds (Airport Terminal Program, Airport Infrastructure Grant, Airport Improvement Program) for infrastructure improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport, including a new terminal building.
Upcoming Community Events
Utility Box Art Program Contest
Open to students from Stillwater Public Schools, Meridian Technology, OSU, and NOC. Theme: 'It's Electric'. Top 10 artworks will be voted on by the community, with the top six installed on utility boxes this fall. More info at stillwater.gov/art.
Splash Pads Opening
Boomer Lake Park and Southern Woods splash pads open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Free, closed only during inclement weather or maintenance.
Boomer Blast Fireworks Show
Boomer Lake Park, festivities start at 6:30 p.m. with food trucks and music. Fireworks show around 9:30 p.m. More info at stillwater.gov/boomerblast.
Fly Day Food Trucks
Old OSU Flight Center, 1818 Wright Drive, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Airside dining experience.
Juneteenth Celebration
Southern Woods Park, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Games, music, free food, drinks, and entertainment for the family. More info at visittostillwater.org/swocommunityunited.
Financial Matters
Stillwater Museum Association Annual Agreement
Annual allocation of funds for public education and preservation of historical items, included in the FY25 proposed budget.
Stillwater Museum Association Capital Investment Request
One-time request for renovations, which was denied. Funds would have required reallocation from other city budgets.
Rails to Trails Project Phase 2
City's 20% match for the $1.5 million project, with $1.2 million from federal funds. Match funds identified in the transportation sales tax fund.
Stillwater Regional Airport Infrastructure Improvements
Total city share for this year's phase of the terminal project, including a $1,217,92 match for federal grants and $3,282,961 for ineligible spaces not covered by federal funding.
Public Comments
Two property owners spoke regarding their dilapidated properties, requesting and receiving 90-day extensions to address the issues. The Stillwater Museum Association president also spoke regarding their capital investment request.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Budget Public Hearing (deferred to June 3rd)
Deadlines
- Utility Box Art Program submissions close August 15th at 5:30 p.m.
Watch For
- Development of a structured grant program for community organizations
- Progress on rail abandonment for Rails to Trails Phase 1
- Construction start for Stillwater Regional Airport terminal project (later this summer)
Announcements
- City Hall closed Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th (trash/recycling as normal).
- City Hall closed Juneteenth, Wednesday, June 19th (trash/recycling as normal, no yard waste).
- Thanks to volunteers for Cameoka Trail cleanup (Scott Nut, Morett family, Joseph Garza, Chris Peters).
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: Flood Awareness Month
Proclamation declaring May 2024 as Flood Awareness Month in Stillwater.
Public Hearing: Budget
Public hearing on the city budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Property at 638 East 14th Avenue
Hearing to determine if the structure is dilapidated and abandoned, and to order abatement or removal.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Property at 915 South McDonald Street
Hearing to determine if the structure is dilapidated and abandoned, and to order abatement or removal.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Property at 2110 West Sherwood Avenue
Hearing to determine if the structure is dilapidated and abandoned, and to order abatement or removal.
FY2025 Agreement with Stillwater Museum Association
Consideration and possible action to approve the annual agreement with the Stillwater Museum Association.
Stillwater Museum Association Capital Investment Request
Consideration and discussion of possible action on a one-time capital investment request for museum renovations.
Resolution CC-2024-12: 915 South McDonald Street
Resolution declaring the structure at 915 South McDonald Street dilapidated and a public nuisance, ordering its removal.
Resolution CC-2024-13: 638 East 14th Avenue
Resolution declaring the structure at 638 East 14th Avenue dilapidated and a public nuisance, ordering its removal.
Resolution CC-2024-14: 2110 West Sherwood Avenue
Resolution declaring the structure at 2110 West Sherwood Avenue dilapidated and a public nuisance, ordering its removal.
Resolution CC-2024-15: Rails to Trails Project Phase 2
Resolution declaring eligibility to submit an application to ODOT for transportation alternatives program funds for the second phase of the Rails to Trails project.
Resolution CC-2024-16: Stillwater Regional Airport Infrastructure Grants
Resolution authorizing and approving the submission of applications for FAA airport infrastructure grant funds for improvements at Stillwater Regional Airport.