Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting included a presentation to former Vice Mayor Elaine Zanotti for her service. Key decisions involved rezoning requests for the Booker T. Washington school property and a residential lot, as well as approving 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: 619 West 12th Avenue (Booker T. Washington School)
00:10:00The request to rezone the Booker T. Washington school property from O (Office) to P (Public) was approved, moving forward the city's goal of revitalizing the historical black school into a community placemaking location.
Map Amendment: 299 South Drury Street
00:16:50A 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's projection for high-density residential use in the area.
Specific Use Permit: 401 South Sea Star Boulevard (Vet Specialty Group)
00:27:00A 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 boarding is allowed only incidental to pre and post-surgical stays, not traditional boarding.
City Manager Recruitment Process
00:33:00Staff was authorized to continue discussions and select a firm for the city manager recruitment, and the current city manager was authorized to sign the negotiated contract for services.
Brick Building LLC Assistance for Downtown Development
00:50:00The Stillwater Economic Development Authority approved a motion to direct staff to enter into a Redevelopment Agreement with Brick Building LLC for a project at 622 and 624 South Main Street, which includes a restaurant, bar, and Airbnb apartments, with TIF assistance of up to $1 million to be paid in arrears.
Professional Services Agreement: Turbo Systems for Stillwater Energy Center
01:03:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved a Professional Services Agreement with Turbo Systems US Inc. for the overhaul of six engine generator turbochargers at the Stillwater Energy Center, with a quoted cost of $92,171.12 and authorized expenditures 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 Purchase Program
Through Central Oklahoma Stormwater Alliance. Pickup on Saturday, May 6th, 9 AM - 1 PM at Stillwater Convenience Collection Center. More info at stillwater.org or email Zach Henson.
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
Brick Building LLC TIF Assistance
Assistance for the redevelopment of 622 and 624 South Main Street, to be paid in arrears from TIF revenues, including one cent of the city's undedicated sales tax.
Turbocharger Overhaul for Stillwater Energy Center
Cost for the overhaul of six engine generator turbochargers by Turbo Systems US Inc., with an authorized expenditure up to $200,000 including contingency for unforeseen repairs.
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 the Redevelopment Agreement with Brick Building LLC
Announcements
- Former Vice Mayor Elaine Zanotti was recognized for her outstanding vision, dedication, and commitment to excellence in Stillwater.
- City offices will be closed for President's Day on Monday, February 20th. Trash and recycling will still be collected, but not yard waste.
Agenda Summary
Presentation to former Vice Mayor Elaine Zanotti
Recognition of Elaine Zanotti for her service on the city council and as vice mayor, and her new role as President and CEO of the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Item 4B: Minority Women in Business Enterprises Utilization Plan
Annual approval of the plan, with a request for a future report on its implementation and results.
7A: Map Amendment - 619 West 12th Avenue
Receive public comment and consider a request to rezone 619 West 12th Avenue (Booker T. Washington school property) from O (Office) to P (Public).
7B: Map Amendment - 299 South Drury Street
Receive public comment and consider a request to rezone 299 South Drury Street from RSS (Small Lot Single Family) to RT (Two Family Residential).
7C: Specific Use Permit - 401 South Sea Star Boulevard
Receive public comment and consider a request from Vet Specialty Group 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
Consider authorizing staff to select a firm for the recruitment of a new city manager.
9A: Ordinance 3518 (First Read)
An ordinance rezoning 619 West 12th Avenue from O (Office) to P (Public).
9B: Ordinance 3519 (First Read)
An ordinance rezoning 299 South Drury Street from RSS (Small Lot Single Family Residential) to RT (Two Family Residential District).
Reports from Officers on the Board
Updates and announcements from city officials.
SEDA Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.
SEDA Item 5: Brick Building LLC Request for Assistance
Consider Brick Building LLC's request for assistance in development financing for property located at 622 South Main and 624 South Main pursuant to the reinvestment plan.
SUA Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
SUA Item 5: Professional Services Agreement with Turbo Systems
Consider approval of a Professional Services agreement with Turbo Systems for the overhaul of engine generators at Stillwater Energy Center.