Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its July 11, 2022 meeting, addressing various city matters. Key decisions included approving a rezoning request for 701 West Boomer Lake Station Road, awarding a bid for airfield services at the airport, and adopting resolutions for an increment district and airport grant funds. The meeting also featured annual reports from the Stillwater Area Sports Association and the Rural Water Advisory Board, highlighting community engagement and operational challenges.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezoning 701 West Boomer Lake Station Road
00:15:20A request for a map amendment to rezone property at 701 West Boomer Lake Station Road from Public/Commercial General to Multi-Family Intermediate District (RMI) was approved. This allows for development on the site of the former electric generating station.
Bid Award for Airfield Services
00:36:30A bid was awarded to Highlight Airfield Services for $102,271 for the remarking of runway 1735 and connecting taxiways at Stillwater Regional Airport, along with a budget amendment for project funds.
Activation of Increment District X
00:40:40Resolution CC-2022-20 was adopted, activating Increment District X as Increment District Number Five, pursuant to the 2022 amended Stillwater Reinvestment Plan.
Airport Budget Amendments and Grant Funds
00:41:40Resolution CC-2022-21 was adopted, approving Stillwater Regional Airport budget amendments reflecting the receipt and appropriation of FAA grant funds for a master plan update, snow removal equipment, and electrical/lighting rehabilitation.
Bid Award for Digger Derrick Trucks
01:05:30A bid was awarded to Terex for two digger derrick trucks for the electric utility distribution division in the amount of $574,902, with expenditures authorized up to $600,000 including contingency.
Extension of Professional Services Agreement with Chamber of Commerce
01:12:00The fiscal year 2022-2023 extension of the professional services agreement with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce for economic development services was approved for one additional year under the same terms.
Upcoming Community Events
Cool Jazz Concert Series
Happening at the Stillwater History Museum at the Sheerar in the amphitheater area.
Wedding Dress Showcase
Exhibit at the Stillwater History Museum at the Sheerar featuring over 100 years of wedding dresses.
Crazy Days
Stillwater's largest community-wide retail sales event across various shopping areas.
Outdoor Movie
Stillwater Public Library courtyard, 9 PM, for older teens and adults. Attendees should bring chairs/blankets; free popcorn and drinks provided.
Financial Matters
Airfield Services Bid
Awarded to Highlight Airfield Services for remarking runway 1735 and connecting taxiways.
FAA Grant for Master Plan Update
Second tranche of funds for the master plan update, awarded at 100%.
FAA Grant for Snow Removal Equipment
First half of funds for snow removal equipment, with a city sponsor match of $70,444 (total 10% for the entire project).
FAA Grant for Electrical and Lighting Rehabilitation
Total grant amount for electrical and lighting rehabilitation, with a city sponsor match of $35,378.
Digger Derrick Trucks Bid
Awarded to Terex for two digger derrick trucks, with authorized expenditures up to $600,000 including contingency.
Professional Services Agreement with Chamber of Commerce
Extension of the agreement for economic development services, maintaining the previous funding level (increased to $300,000 in 2019).
Coming Up
Deadlines
- OSU game day weekend traffic construction halt (Perkins Road US 177)
- Husband Street bridge completion (October)
Watch For
- Phase two of Perkins Road US 177 construction (after OSU football season)
- Updates to city street projects on stillwater.org
- Future refinements to the professional services agreement with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
Announcements
- Citizens are thanked for their patience regarding street construction projects, including Perkins Road US 177 and the bridge at 3rd and Perkins.
- The bridge at 3rd and Perkins is closed due to wildlife protection (swallows nesting) and is expected to be closed for about a year after the Husband Street bridge is completed.
- The Husband Street bridge north of the high school is scheduled to be finished in October.
- Residents are reminded to keep animals safe in the heat with plenty of water.
- Stillwater Animal Welfare encourages pet adoption; more information at stillwater.org or their Facebook page.
- The Stillwater Public Library is offering an outdoor movie for older teens and adults on July 22nd at 9 PM in the library's courtyard.
Agenda Summary
Item 3c: Stillwater History Museum at the Sheerar Quarterly Report
Presentation of the quarterly report by the museum director, highlighting strategic planning, cool jazz concert series, and a wedding dress showcase.
Item 3f: Bond Issuance
Consideration of an item regarding bond issuance.
Item 6a: Public Hearing - Map Amendment to Rezone Property at 701 West Boomer Lake Station Road
Public comment and consideration of rezoning property from Public/Commercial General to Multi-Family Intermediate District (RMI).
Item 7a: Stillwater Area Sports Association (SASA) Annual Report
Presentation of the annual report by Carolyn Walstad, Executive Director, detailing league participation, tournaments, community service, and capital improvements.
Item 7b: Bid Award to Highlight Airfield Services and Budget Amendment
Consideration of a bid award for airfield markings at Stillwater Regional Airport and a corresponding budget amendment.
Item 8a: Resolution CC-2022-20 - Activating Increment District X
Resolution activating an increment district previously designated as Increment District X as Increment District Number Five.
Item 8b: Resolution CC-2022-21 - Stillwater Regional Airport Budget Amendments
Resolution approving airport budget amendments reflecting receipt and appropriation of FAA grant funds for master plan update, snow removal equipment, and electrical/lighting rehabilitation.
Item 9a: Ordinance 3496 - Closing an Easement
Ordinance closing an easement located in the northeast quarter of Section 35, Township 20 North, Range 2 East of the Indian Meridian, adjacent to North Rogers Drive in Parkview Estates Section 10.
Item 11: Appointments to Library Trust Board
Reappointment of Sandeep Neighbor to the Library Trust Board.
Item 11: Appointments to Public Housing Authority Board
Reappointment of Debbie Tiger to the Public Housing Authority Board.
Item 11: Appointments to Board of Adjustment
Reappointment of Tim Harden and appointment of Jim Rice and Brian Wiles to the Board of Adjustment.
SUA Item 5a: Annual Report from the Rural Water Advisory Board
Receipt of the annual report from the Rural Water Advisory Board, highlighting staffing shortages and infrastructure needs.
SUA Item 5b: Bid Award to Terex for Two Digger Derrick Trucks
Consideration of a bid award for two digger derrick trucks for the electric utility distribution division.
SEDA Item 5a: Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Extension of Professional Services Agreement with Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
Consideration of extending the professional services agreement with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce for economic development services.