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February 7, 2023 City Council Meeting

February 7, 2023 Stillwater, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The Stillwater City Council meeting included a presentation on the Booker T. Washington School preservation project and updates from Public Safety and Water Utilities. Key decisions involved approving specific use permits for medical marijuana facilities and authorizing a project agreement for the Sixth Avenue widening. The City Manager announced his retirement, effective on or before June 1st.

Key Decisions & Votes

Medical Marijuana Grow Facility SUP

00:23:50

A specific use permit was approved for a medical marijuana grow facility at 1198 East Airport Road, following a 4-0 recommendation from the Planning Commission.

Approved

Medical Marijuana Dispensary SUP

00:27:50

A specific use permit was approved for a medical marijuana dispensary at 1023 East 6th Avenue, also with a 4-0 recommendation from the Planning Commission.

Approved

Sixth Avenue Widening Project Agreement

00:44:00

Consideration of the project agreement with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) for the Sixth Avenue widening and realignment project was postponed to gather more information and ensure community input.

Tabled

Appointments to Audit Committee

01:00:30

Kelly Cox and Randy Murray were reappointed to additional terms on the Audit Committee for their continued service.

Approved

Water Treatment Plant Improvements Design

01:12:00

A Professional Services Agreement with Black & Veatch was approved for the design of a new lime system and chemical feed building at the water treatment plant, funded by ARPA money.

Approved

Sixth Avenue Utility Relocation Design

01:21:00

A Professional Services Agreement with Plummer and Associates was approved for design services related to utility relocation along 6th Avenue, from Washington Street to the Stillwater Mill, and other maintenance projects.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

February 2023

Black History Month Recognition

Presentation recognizing Black History Month and the preservation of the Booker T. Washington School.

February 14th

Election Day

Polls open 7 AM - 7 PM. Early voting on Feb 9th & 10th, 8 AM - 6 PM at Payne County Election Board.

Saturday, April 22nd

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

8 AM - 1 PM at the Convenience Collection Center, 807 Perkins Road.

Ongoing

Free Tax Preparation Assistance

Stillwater Library, schedule appointments with AARP.

Financial Matters

Sixth Avenue Widening Project Right-of-Way and Easements

Budget amendment appropriating $2 million for right-of-way and easements not associated with water and sewer utilities for the Sixth Avenue widening project. This item was tabled.

2,000,000

Water Treatment Plant Chemical Project Design

Budget amendment appropriating $4,695,000 for the Professional Services Agreement with Black & Veatch for the design of the water treatment plant chemical project, including a new lime system and chemical feed building. This is funded by ARPA money.

4,695,000

Sixth Avenue Utility Relocation Design

Budget amendment appropriating $768,000 for the Professional Services Agreement with Plummer and Associates for design services for utility relocation along 6th Avenue and other maintenance projects. This is funded by water and sewer funds.

768,000

Western Payne County Ambulance Trust Authority (WPCATA) Finances

Annual report showing deficits in the last four years, with a cash on hand of $439,000. Stillwater contributes approximately 75% of the funding through subscription fees.

Coming Up

Tabled

  • State of Oklahoma Department of Transportation Project Agreement for Sixth Avenue Widening and Realignment

Deadlines

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

Watch For

  • Further discussions and information regarding the Sixth Avenue widening project and community involvement
  • City Manager search process following Norman McNichol's retirement

Announcements

  • City offices will be closed on Monday, February 20th for President's Day. Trash and recycling will be collected, but not yard waste.
  • Rain barrels are available for purchase through the City of Stillwater to save money on water bills and reduce stormwater runoff. Order forms due by April 27th (mail-in) and April 30th (online).

Agenda Summary

Pledge of Allegiance

Led by Scout Troop 802.

Information Only

Presentation Recognizing Black History Month

Discussion and video presentation on the preservation and future plans for the Booker T. Washington School.

Information Only

Consent Docket

Approval of routine administrative items.

Approved

Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Grow Facility (1198 East Airport Road)

Public comment and consideration of a request for a specific use permit for a medical marijuana grow facility due to a change of ownership.

Approved

Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary (1023 East 6th Avenue)

Public comment and consideration of a request for a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary due to a change of ownership.

Approved

Annual Report from Western Payne County Ambulance Trust Authority

Presentation by Mr. Jerry Mohler on the WPCATA's operations, financials, and service volumes.

Information Only

State of Oklahoma Department of Transportation Project Agreement for Sixth Avenue Widening and Realignment

Consideration of authorizing the general manager to sign the project agreement and appropriate $2 million for right-of-way and easements.

Tabled

Public Safety 2022 Update

Presentation by Don Jones on the activities and statistics of Emergency Management, Stillwater Police Department, Animal Welfare, and Fire Department for 2022.

Information Only

Announcement from Water Utilities Regarding Temporary Use of Free Chlorine

Presentation by James Driscoll on the upcoming temporary conversion to free chlorine for water system disinfection and flushing.

Information Only

Appointments to the Audit Committee

Reappointment of Kelly Cox and Randy Murray to the Audit Committee.

Approved

Executive Session

Confidential communication regarding the employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, disciplining, or resignation of Stillwater City Manager Norman McNichol.

No Action

Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket

Approval of regular meeting minutes.

Approved

Visit Stillwater Semi-Annual Report

Presentation by Chris Norris on Visit Stillwater's marketing efforts, visitor tax collections, and economic impact.

Information Only

Professional Services Agreement with Black & Veatch for Water Treatment Plant Design

Consideration of approval for design services for a new lime system and chemical feed building at the water treatment plant.

Approved

Professional Services Agreement with Plummer and Associates for Sixth Avenue Utility Relocation

Consideration of approval for design services related to utility relocation along 6th Avenue and other maintenance projects.

Approved