Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its meeting on September 11, 2023, addressing several key items including the adoption of a new comprehensive plan process and the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. Proclamations were made for Constitution Week and Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month, and the Stillwater Pioneer Pathfinders program was introduced. The meeting also included reports from various city authorities and announcements regarding upcoming events and initiatives.
Key Decisions & Votes
New Stillwater Comprehensive Plan Process
00:20:00The City Council approved a contract with Freese and Nichols for professional services to prepare a comprehensive plan and conduct an audit of the Land Development Code, not to exceed $300,000. This 18-month process will involve extensive citizen input.
2023-2027 Strategic Plan
00:43:00The City Council adopted the City of Stillwater's 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, which was developed through interdepartmental collaboration and aims to better connect employees to the city's overall vision and goals.
Upcoming Community Events
Suicide Awareness Community Fair
At the Cimarron Clinic, hosted by Grand Mental Health.
Friends Fall Book Sale
Stillwater Public Library, 1107 South Duck Street. Funds support library programs and materials.
OSU Football Park and Ride Shuttle Service
Free service from Downtown Stillwater, running every 30 minutes, starting three hours before the game and continuing post-game. Pickup/drop-off at 7th Avenue and Lewis Street.
Financial Matters
Comprehensive Plan and Code Diagnostic Contract
Contract with Freese and Nichols for an 18-month project to develop a new comprehensive plan and audit the Land Development Code.
Visit Stillwater Grants
Provided in grants, equating to approximately $1.3 million in visitor spending.
Visitor Tax Increase Impact
Increase from 4% to 7% in visitor tax, resulting in over $1 million in additional revenue for the city.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Applications for citizen representatives on the Board of Drainage Appeals are being accepted.
Watch For
- Findings about electric and stormwater rate studies on September 25th.
- Information on Water and Wastewater rate studies on October 2nd.
- Town Halls in October with rate study information for citizen input.
Announcements
- September 17th-23rd proclaimed as Constitution Week.
- September 2023 proclaimed as Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month.
- Introduction of the Stillwater Pioneer Pathfinders program from Stillwater Public Schools.
- Introduction of the Citywide Communications team.
- Motorists are asked to pay attention in construction areas and allow extra travel time.
- September is Fire Appreciation Month, recognizing the Stillwater Fire Department.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: Constitution Week
Recognition of Constitution Week, September 17-23, 2023.
Proclamation: Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month
Recognition of September 2023 as Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month.
Introduction of Stillwater Pioneer Pathfinders
Presentation by Heather Mitchell from Stillwater Public Schools introducing the Pioneer Pathfinder Academy.
Introduction of Citywide Communications Team
Presentation by Don Dotson introducing the Citywide Communications team.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Presentation and Discussion of the New Stillwater Comprehensive Plan Process
Discussion and possible action to approve a contract with Freese and Nichols for professional services for a new comprehensive plan and land development code audit.
Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action to Adopt the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan
Presentation and adoption of the City of Stillwater's strategic plan for 2023-2027.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from city officials and various boards.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Annual Report
Presentation of the annual report by the new Visit Stillwater board president, Blair Atkinson.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Reports from Officers of the Board
Updates from the officers of the Stillwater Utilities Authority.