Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its November 7, 2022 meeting, where they approved the consent docket and two right-of-way closure requests. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an update on the Block 34 Redevelopment Project, including the proposed naming of the block. The council also passed resolutions for mayoral appointment to the Oklahoma Municipal League and setting the upcoming general and runoff elections.
Key Decisions & Votes
Right-of-way closure near 1206 South Duncan Street
06:00A request from Michael and Patty Crawley to close a portion of the right-of-way near 1206 South Duncan Street was approved. This is part of a larger stormwater project to make the right-of-way continuous at 40 feet.
Right-of-way closure near 1202 South Duncan Street
09:00A request from Hickram and Wendy Mohuddin to close a portion of the right-of-way near 1202 South Duncan Street was approved. This closure is tied to a stormwater agreement and an encroachment agreement for their fence, making the right-of-way continuous at 40 feet.
Resolution of support for Mayor Joyce's appointment to Oklahoma Municipal League
16:00Resolution CC-2022-30, supporting the appointment of Mayor William H. Joyce to The District 5 seat on the board of directors of the Oklahoma Municipal League, was adopted.
Resolution for General and Runoff Elections
18:00Resolution CC-2022-31, authorizing the mayor to issue an election proclamation for a general election on February 14, 2023, and a potential runoff on April 4, 2023, for City Council seats one and two, was adopted with minor language clarifications.
Ordinance rezoning 603 West High Point Drive
21:00Ordinance number 3510, rezoning a tract of land located at 603 West High Point Drive from commercial shopping to commercial general, was adopted on its second reading.
Appointment of City Councilor to Audit Committee
27:00Councilor Clark was nominated and approved to serve as an ex-officio member of the Audit Committee.
Upcoming Community Events
National Wear Green Day
Part of National Runaway Prevention Month, encouraging people to wear green to raise awareness.
Candlelight Vigil for National Shine a Light Night
7:00 PM at the municipal building, to raise awareness for runaway prevention.
Mary Main Street Opening Weekend
Tree lighting on the Payne County Courthouse lawn. Features a large dome north of the community center, Santa's house, free horse carriage rides, holiday lights set to music at Chris Salmon Plaza, and Santa visits. Festivities will occur on the four weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Stillwater Holiday Parade
7:00 PM on Main Street in downtown. Theme: Christmas Vacation. Parade applications due by 4:30 PM on November 17th to Stephanie Kinder at the Stillwater community center.
Downtown Stillwater Open House
Christmas lights at Chris Salmon Plaza will be on.
Global Entrepreneurship Week
Events hosted by Meridian Technology Center and the Riata Center for Entrepreneurship at Oklahoma State University.
Financial Matters
United Way Fundraising
City staff are participating in a fundraising effort for United Way, allowing them to wear jeans for a $20 donation.
USA Rare Earth Project
Rehabilitation of the Armstrong facility is on budget and on target, with a mid-summer 2023 go-live date.
Industrial Park Expansion
An interested party is looking to expand their facilities into Stillwater, occupying about 21 acres in Commerce Place industrial park, with an estimated 30-50 full-time and part-time employees.
COVID-19 Funding Assistance
Available funding assistance for those affected by COVID-19 for utility or rent payments through the City of Stillwater and Our Daily Bread.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Parade applications for Stillwater Holiday Parade: November 17, 2022, 4:30 PM
- Filing dates for City Council elections: December 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2022
Watch For
- Further updates on the Block 34 Redevelopment Project, including design and infrastructure improvements.
- Progress on the USA Rare Earth facility rehabilitation.
- Results of the Chamber of Commerce executive search and reorganization of economic development functions.
Announcements
- November is National Runaway Prevention Month.
- City staff are supporting United Way fundraising efforts.
- The City is seeking applicants for a vacancy on the Board of Adjustment. Applications can be submitted online at stillwater.org/Citizenboards or by contacting Patty Osmus at 405-742-8209.
- Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO) offers free parking, short security lines, and upgraded planes with first-class amenities. Booking flights supports the local economy.
- City offices will be closed on Thursday, November 24, and Friday, November 25, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Trash and recycling will be collected as usual, but yard waste will not. The convenience collection center will also be closed on these days but open normal hours on Saturday.
- Reminder: Election Day is tomorrow, November 8th. Polls are open from 7 AM to 7 PM. Voters can find their precinct and sample ballots via the OK voter portal online.
- Assistance is available for those affected by COVID-19 who need help with utility or rent payments. More information and application at www.ourdailybreadstillwater.org.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: National Runaway Prevention Month
Declaring November as National Runaway Prevention Month and recognizing the efforts of Payne County Youth Services.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Comment: Right-of-way closure near 1206 South Duncan Street (CC-22-189)
Receive public comment regarding a request from Michael and Patty Crawley to close a portion of the right-of-way.
Public Comment: Right-of-way closure near 1202 South Duncan Street (CC-22-193)
Receive public comment regarding a request from Hickram and Wendy Mohuddin to close a portion of the right-of-way.
Block 34 Redevelopment Project Update
Update on the project, including proposed naming of the block as 'Block 34' and design progress.
Resolution CC-2022-30
Resolution of support for the appointment of William H. Joyce to The District 5 seat on the board of directors of the Oklahoma Municipal League.
Resolution CC-2022-31
Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign and issue an election proclamation calling for a general election and a runoff election if needed.
Ordinance Number 3510 (Second Read)
An ordinance rezoning a tract of land located at 603 West High Point Drive from commercial shopping to commercial general.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from city officials and board members.
Appointment of City Councilor to Audit Committee
Appointment of a city councilor to serve as an ex-officio member of the audit committee.