Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting included a recognition for former Vice Mayor Elaine Zanotti. Key decisions involved rezoning requests for properties on West 12th Avenue and South Drury Street, and the approval of a specific use permit for a veterinary specialty clinic. The council also discussed the recruitment process for a new city manager.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment for 619 West 12th Avenue
00:10:00A request to rezone 619 West 12th Avenue (Booker T. Washington school property) from O (Office) to P (Public) was approved, moving towards revitalizing the historical black school into a community placemaking location.
Map Amendment for 299 South Drury Street
00:13:50A request to rezone 299 South Drury Street from RSS (Small Lot Single Family) to RT (Two Family Residential) was approved, aligning with the 2030 comprehensive plan for high-density residential use.
Specific Use Permit for Vet Specialty Group
00:16:30A specific use permit was approved for Vet Specialty Group to operate an animal and pet keeping facility at 401 South Sea Star Boulevard, with the condition that it would not be a traditional boarding facility, but rather for pre and post-surgical stays.
City Manager Recruitment Process
00:24:40Staff was authorized to continue discussions and select a firm for the recruitment of a new city manager, and the current city manager was authorized to sign the negotiated contract for services.
TIF Project for 622 and 624 South Main Street
00:40:00The Stillwater Economic Development Authority approved a request for assistance in development financing for Brick Building LLC for the redevelopment of 622 and 624 South Main Street into a restaurant, bar, and Airbnb units, with a recommendation for $1 million in TIF assistance paid in arrears.
Overhaul of Engine Generators at Stillwater Energy Center
00:50:00A Professional Services agreement with Turbo Systems for the overhaul of six engine generator turbochargers at the Stillwater Energy Center was approved for $92,171.12, with an authorized expenditure up to $200,000 including contingency.
Upcoming Community Events
Storm Spotter Training Course
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM at Stillwater Community Center, Winfrey Houston Theater. Free and open to the public, presented by the National Weather Service.
Rain Barrel Program
Orders can be placed via mail or online at upcycle-products.com. Pick-up at Stillwater Convenience Collection Center from 9 AM to 1 PM.
Drive-Through Shred Event
9 AM - 11 AM at Stillwater Public Library (1107 South Duck). Residents can bring up to two boxes per vehicle for free shredding; donations accepted.
Financial Matters
TIF Project for 622 and 624 South Main Street
Assistance in development financing for Brick Building LLC, to be paid in arrears from increment values, including one cent of the city's undedicated sales tax.
Engine Generator Turbocharger Overhaul
Cost for the overhaul of six turbochargers at the Stillwater Energy Center, with an authorized expenditure up to $200,000 for contingency.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Rain barrel orders by mail: April 27th
- Rain barrel orders online: April 30th
Watch For
- Report on minority and women in business enterprises utilization plan
- Negotiation and execution of Redevelopment Agreement for 622 and 624 South Main Street
Announcements
- Former Vice Mayor Elaine Zanotti was recognized for her service to the city council and community.
- City offices will be closed for President's Day on Monday, February 20th. Trash and recycling will be collected, but not yard waste.
- Tomorrow (February 14th) is Election Day with two polling locations. The ballot includes City Councilor, Stillwater Public Schools bond election, and Payne County 3/8 sales tax.
Agenda Summary
Presentation to former Vice Mayor Elaine Zanotti
Recognition of Elaine Zanotti for her service to the city council and community.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine items, with item 4B pulled for discussion.
Item 4B: Minority Women in Business Enterprises Utilization Plan
Discussion and approval of the annual plan, with a request for a future report on its implementation and results.
7A: Map Amendment to rezone 619 West 12th Avenue
Request to rezone Booker T. Washington school property from O (Office) to P (Public).
7B: Map Amendment to rezone 299 South Drury Street
Request to rezone property from RSS (Small Lot Single Family) to RT (Two Family Residential).
7C: Specific Use Permit for Vet Specialty Group
Request for a specific use permit to allow an animal and pet keeping facility at 401 South Sea Star Boulevard.
8A: Direction to staff on recruitment process for city manager
Discussion and authorization for staff to select a firm for the city manager recruitment.
Ordinance 3518: Rezoning 619 West 12th Avenue
First reading of an ordinance rezoning 619 West 12th Avenue from O to P.
Ordinance 3519: Rezoning 299 South Drury Street
First reading of an ordinance rezoning 299 South Drury Street from RSS to RT.
Reports from the Officers on the Board
Updates and announcements from city officials.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine items for the SEDA.
Consider Brick Building LLC's request for assistance in development financing
Request for TIF assistance for the redevelopment of 622 and 624 South Main Street.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine items for the SUA.
Approval of Professional Services agreement with Turbo Systems
Agreement for the overhaul of engine generators at Stillwater Energy Center.