May 8, 2024 City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the consent docket with a 5-0 vote.

Ordinance 3534, amending the Land Development Code regarding communication devices and services in industrial districts, was adopted on second read with a 5-0 vote.

Ordinance 3535, rezoning approximately 160 acres at 1300 East Airport Road from public to general industrial, was adopted on second read with a 5-0 vote.

Ordinance 3536, amending the city code regarding the value of purchases subject to competitive bidding and city council approval, was adopted on second read with a 5-0 vote.

Ordinance 3537, amending the code of ordinances regarding tort claims, workers' compensation claims, and payment, was adopted on second read with a 5-0 vote.

Nathan Horton and Debbie Dawson were appointed to the Sister Cities Council with a 5-0 vote.

Clyde Wilson was appointed to the Washington School Board Advisory Committee with a 5-0 vote.

The Stillwater Economic Development Authority approved its consent docket with a 5-0 vote.

The SEDA approved an application from Chris's University Spirit for a small business enhancement grant of $13,706.00 for exterior improvements.

The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved Resolution SUA 2024-3, authorizing the submission of a grant application for $5 million in EPA Community Grant funds for the West College sewer and manhole rehabilitation project.

The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved Resolution SUA 2024-4, authorizing the submission of a grant application for $5 million in EPA Community Grant funds for a new chemical building at the Water Treatment Plant.

Animal Welfare Facility Bond

Discussion on a potential bond for a new Animal Welfare facility, with an estimated cost of $7.2 million. The previous estimate was $6.75 million. The cost for a $200,000 property owner would be approximately $55 per year in additional property taxes for a $6.75 million bond, with an additional $3.70 for the $7.2 million bond.

Small Business Enhancement Grant

Grant approved for Chris's University Spirit for exterior improvements, covering 50% of the $26,412 project cost. $48,600 remains in the Tiff 3 budget for this program.

EPA Community Grant for Wastewater Project

Grant application approved for the West College sewer and manhole rehabilitation project, with a waiver of local match.

EPA Community Grant for Drinking Water Project

Grant application approved for the construction of a new chemical building at the Water Treatment Plant, with a waiver of local match.

Visit Stillwater Grants and Sponsorships

Approved during the first half of the fiscal year, resulting in an estimated 24,785 visitors a day and $3 million in visitor spending.

Proclamation in recognition of Drinking Water Week

Mayor Joyce proclaimed May 1st through 7th, 2024, as Drinking Water Week in Stillwater, recognizing the importance of water resources and the work of water utility professionals.

Consent Docket

Approval of routine administrative items.

Presentation, discussion, and possible direction to staff regarding the Animal Welfare facility

Discussion on the proposed new Animal Welfare facility, including site selection, design, and funding options (potential $7.2 million bond). Council requested more community feedback.

Ordinance 3534 (Second Read)

An ordinance amending the Stillwater City Code by amending Chapter 23 Land Development code regarding use categories and limitations, specifically adding 'communication devices' and providing for 'communication Services' as a permitted use in IG General Industrial districts.

Ordinance 3535 (Second Read)

An ordinance rezoning approximately 160 acres located at the Northwest quarter section of property addresses 1300 East Airport Road from P public to IG General Industrial.

Ordinance 3536 (Second Read)

An ordinance amending Stillwater city code of ordinances by amending Chapter 2 Administration, Article 6 financial affairs, Division 2 purchases of supplies and contractual Services, to revise the value of purchases subject to competitive bidding and city council approval.

Ordinance 3537 (Second Read)

An ordinance amending the code of ordinances of the city of Stillwater by amending Chapter 2 Administration, Article 1 in general, by amending section 2-1 Tor claims workers compensation claims and payment.

Appointments for the Sister Cities Council

Appointment of Nathan Horton and Debbie Dawson to fill expired or vacant positions on the Sister Cities Council.

Appointments to the Washington School Board Advisory Committee

Appointment of Clyde Wilson to fill one open seat on the Washington School Board Advisory Committee.

Reports from the officers and the board

Updates and announcements from city officials and board members.

Consent Docket (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)

Approval of routine administrative items for SEDA.

Semiannual report from Visit Stillwater

Presentation by Blair Atkinson and Christy Morrison on Visit Stillwater's activities, marketing efforts, and economic impact.

Consider an application of Map LLC doing businesses Chris's University spirit for a small business enhancement assistance

Consideration and approval of a grant application for Chris's University Spirit for exterior improvements at 244 South Knoblock Street.

Consent Docket (Stillwater Utilities Authority)

Approval of routine administrative items for SUA.

Resolution SUA 2024-3

A resolution authorizing and approving the submission of a Grant application for fiscal year 2022 Community Grant funds administered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency for the Stillwater Utilities Authority Wastewater project.

Resolution SUA 2024-4

A resolution authorizing and approving the submission of a Grant application for fiscal year 2022 Community Grant funds administered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency for the Stillwater Utilities Authority drinking water project.