Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved bond financing for Fire Station Number Two and adopted the 2022-2023 operating budget. They also approved a significant rezoning request and discussed a public works project at Lake McMurtry. Additionally, the council heard presentations on economic development projects, including a new climbing facility downtown.
Key Decisions & Votes
Bond Financing for Fire Station Number Two
06:50:00Resolution CC-2022-17 was adopted, awarding general obligation limited tax bonds series 2022 in the sum of nine million dollars to RW Baird, the lowest and best bidder, for the new fire station.
Issuance of General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds
09:50:00Resolution CC-2022-14 was adopted, providing for the issuance of general obligation limited tax bonds series 2022 in the sum of nine million dollars, outlining the mechanical work for bond issuance.
Amended Stillwater Reinvestment Plan
17:00:00Ordinance 3494, amending the Stillwater Reinvestment Plan (Downtown Campus Linked Project Plan), was adopted after a minor amendment to clarify financing terms. An emergency declaration was also approved for this ordinance.
Rezoning North Perkins Road Properties
27:50:00A request to rezone properties at 5823, 5911, 6001, and 6099 North Perkins Road from general industrial to residential single-family small lot was approved, aligning with the Planning Commission's recommendation.
Lake McMurtry Nature Trail Project Contract
31:00:00A contract was awarded to Jolino CCC for the Lake McMurtry Nature Trail Learning Project in the amount of $284,708, along with associated budget amendments and authorization for the city manager to sign a grant amendment agreement.
Property Purchase for 6th Avenue Widening
37:00:00The purchase of property at 2212 West 6th Avenue for an amount not to exceed $201,000, including closing costs, was approved to accommodate the right turn lane for the proposed widening of 6th Avenue.
City Operating Budget for FY 2022-2023
40:00:00Resolution CC-2022-16, adopting the operating budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, was approved as presented during the public hearing.
Small Business Enhancement Funding for Social 174 Stilly
50:00:00A recommendation from the TIF Number Three Implementation Committee was approved to provide small business enhancement funding not to exceed $9,975.16 for Cali Crisp DBA Social 174 Stilly, for facade updates.
Redevelopment Agreement with Gaia Holdings LLC
1:09:00The recommendation to authorize the general manager and special counsel to negotiate, finalize, and execute terms of a redevelopment agreement with Gaia Holdings LLC for a new climbing facility was approved, with funding to be paid in arrears.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Operating Budget for FY 2022-2023
1:12:00Resolution SUA 2022-6, adopting the operating budget for the Stillwater Utilities Authority for fiscal year 2022-2023, was approved.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Operating Budget for FY 2022-2023
1:12:00Resolution CEDA 2022-3, adopting the operating budget for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority for fiscal year 2022-2023, was approved.
Stillwater Public Works Authority Operating Budget for FY 2022-2023
1:12:00Resolution SPWA 2022-1, adopting the operating budget for the Stillwater Public Works Authority for fiscal year 2022-2023, was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Enchantment Under the Sea Dance
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM in the Stillwater Public Library parking lot. Tickets are $25 per couple, $10 for each additional child. Includes outdoor family dance, live entertainment, crafts, bounce house, snow cone truck, and snacks. Visit tickets.stillwater.org.
Cops and Bobbers Event
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM on the west side of Boomer Lake. Youth fishing event with food, fun, and fishing.
Financial Matters
General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds Series 2022
Bonds sold to fund the new Fire Station Number Two, awarded to RW Baird with a true interest cost of 3.935956.
Lake McMurtry Nature Trail Project
Contract awarded to Jolino CCC for the nature trail project, with an increased budget of $337,351, funded by an 80% grant and 20% local match.
Property Purchase at 2212 West 6th Avenue
Purchase approved for right-of-way for the 6th Avenue widening project, including closing costs. Funds appropriated from the sales tax transportation fund.
Small Business Enhancement for Social 174 Stilly
Funding approved for facade updates for a new business, Social 174 Stilly, representing half of the project costs.
Redevelopment Agreement with Gaia Holdings LLC
Funding approved for a new climbing facility, to be paid in arrears, representing 22% of the total project costs.
Cathodic Protection System Project
Additional funds authorized for preliminary and final design, bidding, and construction services for the cathodic protection system on the Kaw pipeline, bringing total expenditures not to exceed $345,300.
Public Comments
One public comment was received regarding the amended Stillwater Reinvestment Plan, expressing support for the plan but noting a mapping issue regarding the inclusion of the Total Energy Site.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Hearing to determine if the structure at 2420 East 12th Avenue is dilapidated and abandoned, tabled until August 22nd, 2022.
Deadlines
- City offices closed Monday, May 30th for Memorial Day.
- City Hall's new hours of operation start June 2nd: Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM.
Watch For
- Further updates on the redevelopment agreement with Gaia Holdings LLC and potential changes to funding allocation.
- Future city council meeting on June 6th.
Announcements
- Proclamation in recognition of Public Works Week (May 15th-21st, 2021).
- Proclamation in recognition of National Police Week (May 11th-17th, 2022).
- Stillwater City Hall HR team holding open interviews for library shelver, maintenance worker, and library administrative clerk positions on Saturday, May 21st, from 10 AM to 12 PM in Room 121 at the Community Center.
- Stillwater City Council will not have another meeting until June 6th.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation in recognition of Public Works Week
Recognition of public works services and officials.
Proclamation in recognition of National Police Week
Recognition of law enforcement officers and the Stillwater Police Department.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Resolution CC-2022-17: Awarding General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds Series 2022
Resolution awarding $9 million in bonds for Fire Station Number Two.
Resolution CC-2022-14: Providing for the Issuance of General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds Series 2022
Resolution detailing the mechanical work for issuing $9 million in bonds.
Public Hearing for 2022 Amended Stillwater Reinvestment Plan
Public hearing for comments on the Stillwater Downtown Campus Linked Project Plan.
Ordinance 3494 (Second Read): Amending Ordinance 3407 to Approve the 2022 Amended Stillwater Reinvestment Plan
Ordinance to approve the amended reinvestment plan, with a minor amendment for financing terms.
Emergency Declaration for Ordinance 3494
Declaration of emergency for the amended reinvestment plan ordinance.
Public Hearing: Dilapidated Structure at 2420 East 12th Avenue
Hearing to determine if a structure is dilapidated and abandoned, continued from April 18, 2022.
Public Hearing: Rezoning Properties on North Perkins Road
Public comment on rezoning 5823, 5911, 6001, and 6099 North Perkins Road from general industrial to residential single-family small lot.
Approve Award of Contract for Lake McMurtry Nature Trail Project
Approval of contract to Jolino CCC for the nature trail project, budget amendments, and grant agreement.
Approve Purchase of Property at 2212 West 6th Avenue
Approval to purchase property for the 6th Avenue widening project, including budget amendment.
Resolution CC-2022-16: Adopting Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Resolution adopting the city's operating budget.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates and announcements from city officials.
Appointments to the Audit Committee
Appointment of members to the Audit Committee.
Executive Session
Discussion of labor negotiations with FOP Lodge #102 and IAFF Local 2095.
SUA Consent Docket
Approval of Stillwater Utilities Authority meeting minutes.
SUA: Authorize General Manager to Contract Amendment Number One with Freese and Nichols
Authorization for contract amendment for cathodic protection system for the Kaw pipeline.
SUA Resolution SUA 2022-6: Adopting Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Resolution adopting the Stillwater Utilities Authority operating budget.
SEDA Consent Docket
Approval of Stillwater Economic Development Authority meeting minutes.
SEDA: Consider Recommendation for Small Business Enhancement Funding Request from Cali Crisp DBA Social 174 Stilly
Consideration of funding for a new business's facade updates.
SEDA: Consider Recommendation Regarding Proposed Redevelopment Agreement with Gaia Holdings LLC
Consideration of a redevelopment agreement for a new climbing facility.
SEDA Resolution CEDA 2022-3: Adopting Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Resolution adopting the Stillwater Economic Development Authority operating budget.
SPWA Consent Docket
Approval of Stillwater Public Works Authority meeting minutes.
SPWA Resolution SPWA 2022-1: Adopting Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Resolution adopting the Stillwater Public Works Authority operating budget.