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April 4, 2023 City Council Meeting

April 4, 2023 Stillwater, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The Stillwater City Council held its April 3, 2023 meeting, addressing various community initiatives, financial matters, and administrative tasks. Key decisions included approving a budget amendment for Block 34 storm water improvements, authorizing civil engineering support, and adopting amendments to electric service rules. The council also approved participation in multiple opioid settlement agreements.

Key Decisions & Votes

Block 34 Storm Water Improvements Budget Amendment

01:00:00

Approved a budget amendment of $45,000 for additional expenditures for storm water drainage improvements design for the Block 34 area and authorized the general manager to execute a task order amendment with GON Associates for $37,628.55.

Approved

Civil Engineering Support Agreement

01:13:00

Authorized the city manager to execute a base agreement and task order number one with POE Associates for transportation program management services for a not to exceed amount of $283,943, and approved a budget amendment of $315,000 from the transportation sales tax fund.

Approved

Electric Service Rules Amendment

01:20:00

Adopted Resolution CC-23-6, amending Section 5, Electric Service Rules of the City of Stillwater, terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities, which includes removing service lateral connection fees for residential development.

Adopted

Medical Marijuana Dispensary Specific Use Permit

00:50:00

Approved a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary at 911 North Perkins Road, addressing a compliance issue for an existing dispensary under new ownership.

Approved

CDBG Project Selection

00:46:00

Selected the new fire suppression system for Stillwater Municipal Library as the FY23 Community Development Block Grant project, based on staff recommendation.

Approved

Walgreens Opioid Settlement Agreement

01:50:00

Approved participation in the Walgreens settlement agreement, the retailer state subdivision agreement, and the state backstop agreement, authorizing the mayor to execute the necessary forms.

Approved

Walmart Opioid Settlement Agreement

01:52:00

Approved participation in the Walmart settlement agreement, the retailer state subdivision agreement, and the state backstop agreement, authorizing the mayor to execute the necessary forms.

Approved

CVS Opioid Settlement Agreement

01:53:00

Approved participation in the CVS settlement agreement, the retailer state subdivision agreement, and the state backstop agreement, authorizing the mayor to execute the necessary forms.

Approved

Allergan Opioid Settlement Agreement

01:54:00

Approved participation in the Allergan settlement agreement, the Allergan state subdivision agreement, and the Allergan state backstop agreement, authorizing the mayor to execute the necessary forms.

Approved

Tea Opioid Settlement Agreement

01:55:00

Approved participation in the Tea settlement agreement, the Tea state subdivision agreement, and the Tea state backstop agreement, authorizing the mayor to execute the necessary forms.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

April 3rd - 7th, 2023

No Hit Zone Week

Proclaimed to raise awareness for violence prevention, with inaugural sites including Big Brothers Big Sisters, Payne County Health Department, Stillwater YMCA, and others.

April 2023

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Proclaimed to promote awareness and education to prevent sexual violence.

April 2023

Fair Housing Month

Proclaimed to support fair housing laws and educate the public on equal housing opportunities.

May 5th & 6th

Daddy-Daughter Prom

Community Center event with multiple date/time options. Tickets available online or at the Stillwater Community Center.

Ongoing

Purchase on Perkins Road Campaign

Stillwater Chamber of Commerce initiative to support local businesses during road construction. Patrons can win cash prizes by shopping on Perkins Road.

Financial Matters

Block 34 Storm Water Improvements Design

Additional expenditures approved for the design phase of storm water drainage improvements.

$45,000

Civil Engineering Support

Expenditures approved from the transportation sales tax fund for project management services and contingency.

$315,000

CDBG FY23 Allocation

Potential allocation for the Community Development Block Grant, requiring a 1:1 city match for a total project amount of $456,666.

$228,333

Walgreens Opioid Settlement

Estimated base to incentive payments from the opioid settlement.

$252,179 - $630,448

Walmart Opioid Settlement

Estimated base to incentive payments from the opioid settlement.

$130,352 - $325,820

CVS Opioid Settlement

Estimated base to incentive payments from the opioid settlement.

$230,900 - $575,475

Allergan Opioid Settlement

Estimated base to incentive payments from the opioid settlement.

$104,491 - $261,228

Tea Opioid Settlement

Estimated base to incentive payments from the opioid settlement.

$50,001 - $125,003

Substation Packager Bid

Awarded bid to Peak Substation Services for Kinsey and Hospital substations, with authorized expenditures up to $650,980 including contingency.

$591,800

Tree Trimming Bid

Awarded annual tree trimming bid for FY2024 to Davies Tree Surgery Company.

$1,695,420

Coming Up

Tabled

  • Public hearing regarding property at 601 West 10th Avenue (tabled to May 1st, 2023)
  • Public hearing regarding property at 915 South McDonald Street (tabled to May 1st, 2023)
  • Resolution regarding dilapidated structures (tabled for later discussion)

Deadlines

  • Mail-in orders for rain barrels due by April 27th
  • Online orders for rain barrels due by April 30th

Watch For

  • Further updates on Block 34 storm water improvements design and construction funding
  • Progress on the Rails to Trails project, including rail abandonment process
  • Future task orders and construction authorization for civil engineering support

Announcements

  • Kevin Odell recognized for his video board work as he departs Stillwater.
  • Stillwater Chamber of Commerce launched 'Purchase on Perkins Road' campaign to support local businesses during construction.
  • Oklahoma Department of Transportation awarded Stillwater a $1 million grant for the Rails to Trails project, connecting the city north to south.
  • City of Stillwater Water Department temporarily switching to chlorine for water system maintenance for 30 days starting April 3rd.
  • Rain barrel sales available through the City of Stillwater Water Department.
  • City accepting applications for citizen representatives on various committees, including the Board of Adjustment and Board of Drainage Appeals.

Agenda Summary

Proclamation: No Hit Zone Week

Proclamation recognizing April 3rd-7th, 2023 as No Hit Zone Week in Stillwater.

Information Only

Proclamation: Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Proclamation recognizing April 2023 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Stillwater.

Information Only

Proclamation: Fair Housing Month

Proclamation recognizing April 2023 as Fair Housing Month in Stillwater.

Information Only

Presentation by OSU Art Students

Presentation regarding temporary mural designs for Chris Salmon Plaza by Brinley Floyd and Carly Rody.

Information Only

Consent Docket

Approval of routine administrative items.

Approved

Public Hearing: Property at 601 West 10th Avenue

Public hearing regarding property addressed at 601 West 10th Avenue.

Tabled

Public Hearing: Property at 915 South McDonald Street

Public hearing regarding property addressed at 915 South McDonald Street.

Tabled

Public Hearing: 2023 Community Development Block Grant Project Selection

Receive public input for project suggestions and consider selecting a project for the 2023 CDBG Small Cities Grant.

Approved

Public Comment: Medical Marijuana Dispensary SUP

Receive public comment regarding a request for a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary at 911 North Perkins Road.

Approved

Budget Amendment: Block 34 Expenditures

Consider approval of a budget amendment for additional expenditures related to Block 34 storm water improvements design.

Approved

Base Agreement: Civil Engineering Support

Consider authorizing the general manager to execute a base agreement for civil engineering support with POE Associates.

Approved

Resolution CC-23-6: Electric Service Rules Amendment

Resolution amending Section 5, Electric Service Rules of the City of Stillwater, terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities.

Adopted

Resolution: Dilapidated Structures

Resolution regarding dilapidated structures.

Tabled

Resolution CC-23-8: Walgreens Settlement Agreement

Resolution to approve participation in Walgreens settlement agreement.

Approved

Resolution CC-23-9: Walmart Settlement Agreement

Resolution to approve participation in Walmart settlement agreement.

Approved

Resolution CC-23-10: CVS Settlement Agreement

Resolution to approve participation in CVS settlement agreement.

Approved

Resolution CC-23-11: Allergan Settlement Agreement

Resolution to approve participation in Allergan settlement agreement.

Approved

Resolution CC-23-12: Tea Settlement Agreement

Resolution to approve participation in Tea settlement agreement.

Approved

Ordinance 3522: Easement Closure

Ordinance closing a portion of a 15ft general access easement near 4099 North Landrun Drive.

Advanced to Second Read

Appointment: Airport Advisory Board

Appointment to an open position on the Airport Advisory Board.

Approved

Appointment: Library Board

Reappointment of Mike Woods and appointment of Sharon Edwards to the Library Board.

Approved

Appointment: Stillwater Reinvestment Plan, Downtown Campus Link Project TIF District No. 3

Appointment of Devin Wanzer to an open seat on the TIF board.

Approved

Appointment: Stillwater Sister Cities Council

Appointment of Matthew Payne and JC Gray to vacant seats on the Sister Cities Council.

Approved

SUA Consent Docket

Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.

Approved

SUA: Substation Packager Bid Award

Consider awarding a substation packager bid to Peak Substation Services.

Approved

SUA: Tree Trimming Bid Award

Consider awarding a tree trimming bid to Davy Tree Service Tree Surgery Company.

Approved

SUA Resolution SUA23-2: Electric Service Rules Amendment

Resolution amending Section 5, Electric Service Rules of the City of Stillwater, terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities.

Adopted

SEDA Consent Docket

Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.

Approved

SEDA Resolution CEDA-2023-1: Redevelopment Agreement Amendment

Resolution approving a first amendment to the redevelopment agreement and an amended and restated covenant agreement between SEDA and USA Rare Earth Magnets LLC.

Adopted