Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting saw the election of a new Vice Mayor, Jalowski, and approved a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary. Several public nuisance properties were discussed, with resolutions adopted for abatement or tabling for further progress. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an investment-grade energy audit presentation by Johnson Controls, aiming to improve city infrastructure and achieve energy savings.
Key Decisions & Votes
Election of Vice Mayor
02:00Councilor Jalowski was nominated and elected as the new Vice Mayor with a three to zero vote.
Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary
07:00A specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary at 104 South Perkins Road was approved based on the Planning Commission's recommendation.
Dilapidated Property at 638 East 14th Avenue
10:00The public hearing and resolution regarding the dilapidated property at 638 East 14th Avenue were tabled until March 6th, 2023, due to significant progress being made on repairs by the owner.
Dilapidated Property at 2110 West Sherwood Avenue
23:00Resolution CC-2022-36, declaring the structure at 2110 West Sherwood Avenue dilapidated and a public nuisance, was adopted with a 90-day period for the owner to rehabilitate or demolish the structure.
Dilapidated Property at 3033 East Peach Tree Avenue
26:00Resolution CC-2022-38, declaring the structure at 3033 East Peach Tree Avenue dilapidated and a public nuisance, was adopted with a 60-day timeframe for removal.
Public Nuisance Property at 1600 East 6th Avenue (Silverton Estates)
27:00Resolution CC-2022-39, declaring the property at 1600 East 6th Avenue a public nuisance, was adopted, providing a 30-day window for repairs to be completed by the landowners.
Application for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funds for Stillwater Regional Airport
29:00Resolution CC-2023-2, authorizing the submission of an application for fiscal year 2023 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds for airport improvements and approving an associated budget amendment, was adopted.
Negotiation of Performance Contract for Energy Audit Findings
56:00Staff was authorized to proceed with negotiating a performance contract with Johnson Controls based on the investment grade energy audit findings, with the full contract to be presented to the council later.
Reappointment to Housing Authority Board
57:00Ruby Manning and Roger Gos were reappointed to the Housing Authority Board.
Reappointment to Airport Authority Board
58:00Phil Thomas and Derek Davis were reappointed to the Airport Advisory Board.
Amendment to Professional Service Agreement with Corollo Engineers (Raw Water Delivery)
01:06:00Amendment number four to the professional services agreement with Corollo Engineers was approved to include study and conceptual design phase services for additional raw water storage at Lake McMurtry, with a budget appropriation of $1,25,000.
Upcoming Community Events
Candidate Forum for February 14th Election
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM in the council hearing room, also available on Sudden Link channel 14, AT&T Universe channel 99, and the city's YouTube channel.
Citizens Academy (Police Department)
8th annual multi-week educational course providing insight into law enforcement. Contact Lieutenant Low at terry.lowstillwater.org for more information.
Free Tax Preparation Assistance (Stillwater Library)
Schedule appointments with AARP by visiting library.stowater.org/taxes, calling 405-372-3633 extension 8106, or stopping by the library.
Financial Matters
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funds for Stillwater Regional Airport
Allocation for airport infrastructure improvements, requiring a 10% city obligation of $113,223.
Investment Grade Energy Audit and Performance Contract
Proposed budget for energy and infrastructure projects financed over 20 years with an estimated effective interest rate of 3.75%, projected to generate $49,000 in annual net positive cash flow for the city.
Amendment to Professional Service Agreement with Corollo Engineers
Appropriation for study and conceptual design phase services for additional raw water storage at Lake McMurtry, including basic services, additional services, and contingency.
Payne County 3/8 Cent Sales Tax
On the ballot again, used to fund fire equipment such as new fire trucks.
Public Comments
Former Councilor Pat Darlington spoke in favor of the Johnson Controls energy audit, highlighting the Renewable Energy Task Force's support. A resident, Ray Bernhard, expressed concerns about the effectiveness of the proposed detention pond at 1600 East 6th Avenue, stating it would be inadequate.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Public hearing and resolution for dilapidated property at 638 East 14th Avenue (tabled to March 6th)
Deadlines
- Election Day: February 14th
- Early Voting: February 9th and 10th (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Watch For
- Formal contract negotiation with Johnson Controls for energy audit implementation
- Progress on raw water storage project at Lake McMurtry
Announcements
- Election on February 14th, including a school bond election and county sales tax.
- Stillwater Police Department's 8th annual Citizens Academy begins.
- City is accepting applications for a citizen representative on the Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee.
- Stillwater Library offering free tax preparation assistance through AARP.
Agenda Summary
Election of a Vice Mayor
Election of a new Vice Mayor following Councilor Zenady's departure.
Consent Docket (City Council)
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Comment on items not scheduled for public hearing
Opportunity for citizens to address the council on non-agenda items.
Public Hearing: Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary at 104 South Perkins Road (CC-23-14)
Consideration of a request for a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Structure at 638 East 14th Avenue
Hearing to determine if the structure is dilapidated and abandoned, and whether to order abatement.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Structure at 3033 East Peach Tree Avenue
Hearing to determine if the structure is dilapidated and abandoned, and whether to order abatement.
Public Hearing: Public Nuisance Property at 1600 East 6th Avenue
Hearing to determine if the property constitutes a public nuisance and whether to order abatement.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Structure at 2110 West Sherwood
Hearing to determine if the structure is dilapidated and abandoned, and whether to order abatement.
Resolution CC-2023-2: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funds for Stillwater Regional Airport
Resolution acknowledging authorization for submission of an application for FAA funds and approval of associated budget amendment.
Johnson Controls Presentation of Investment Grade Energy Audit Findings
Presentation of energy audit findings and consideration of authorizing staff to negotiate a performance contract.
Resolution CC-2022-36 Amended: Dilapidated Structure at 2110 West Sherwood Avenue
Resolution declaring the structure dilapidated and a public nuisance, ordering its removal.
Resolution CC-2022-37: Dilapidated Structure at 638 East 14th Avenue
Resolution declaring the structure dilapidated and a public nuisance, ordering its removal.
Resolution CC-2022-38: Dilapidated Structure at 3033 East Peach Tree Avenue
Resolution declaring the structure dilapidated and a public nuisance, ordering its removal.
Resolution CC-2022-39: Public Nuisance Property at 1600 East 6th Avenue
Resolution declaring the real property a public nuisance and ordering its abatement.
Appointments to Housing Authority Board
Review and reappointment of members to the Housing Authority Board.
Appointments to Airport Authority Board
Review and reappointment of members to the Airport Authority Board.
Consent Docket (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for the Utilities Authority.
Amendment Number Four to Professional Service Agreement with Corollo Engineers
Consideration of approving an amendment for raw water delivery and water treatment plant improvements project.
Consent Docket (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for the Economic Development Authority.