Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several key items, including the closure of a utility easement for Stillwater Medical Center's expansion and a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary. The council also authorized staff to apply for a $500,000 American Rescue Plan planning grant for the Kaw pipeline project. Additionally, the Stillwater Utilities Authority approved a significant budget amendment and professional services agreement for the ODOT 6th Avenue project, which involves relocating utility infrastructure.
Key Decisions & Votes
Utility Easement Closure at 5200 West 6th Avenue
00:15:00A request from Stillwater Medical Center to close a utility easement at 5200 West 6th Avenue was approved. This closure is necessary for the hospital's surgery center expansion and involves relocating a fire hydrant and a dead-end water line.
Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary
00:19:00A specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary at 911 and a half South Main Street was approved, following a 3-0 recommendation from the planning commission.
Application for American Rescue Plan Planning Grant
00:22:00Staff was authorized to apply for a $500,000 American Rescue Plan Build Back Better Phase One planning grant. This grant will support the development of a regional coalition and economic impact studies for the Kaw pipeline project.
Resolution for Police Department Law Enforcement Services
00:32:00Resolution CC-2021-33 was adopted, authorizing officers of the Stillwater Police Department to serve as law enforcement officers for the Payne County Sheriff's Office or the Oklahoma Highway Patrol upon request.
Rezoning of 522 North Perkins Road
00:33:00Ordinance 3482, rezoning a tract of land at 522 North Perkins Road from CS Commercial Shopping to CG Commercial General District, was adopted.
Budget Amendment for ODOT 6th Avenue Project
00:54:00A budget amendment appropriating an additional $7,340,552 from the RSF for the ODOT 6th Avenue from Western Road to Perkins Road rebuild project was approved, bringing the total project cost to $14,840,552.
Professional Service Agreement for ODOT 6th Avenue Project
00:56:00A professional service agreement with Burns & McDonnell for engineering services for the ODOT 6th Avenue project, not to exceed $2,571,969, was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Fire Prevention Week
Proclaimed throughout the city, with the theme 'Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety'. Stillwater Fire and Emergency Services shared an educational video with schools.
Healthcare Professional Appreciation Week
A campaign to express gratitude for healthcare professionals, involving community messages, white ribbons, treats, and gift card donations.
Flu and COVID-19 Shots Clinic
Stillwater Public Library, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines from Payne County Health Department. Masks required.
National Coffee with a Cop Day
Panera Bread on Hall of Fame, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Stillwater Police Department officers will be present to interact with the community.
Financial Matters
American Rescue Plan Planning Grant
Phase one planning grant for the Kaw pipeline project, 100% federal funding with no local match required.
ODOT 6th Avenue Project Budget Amendment
Additional funds appropriated from the RSF for the ODOT 6th Avenue transmission and distribution relocation project, increasing the total project cost to $14,840,552.
ODOT 6th Avenue Project Professional Service Agreement
Agreement with Burns & McDonnell for engineering services for the ODOT 6th Avenue project.
North Perkins TIF (TIF #1)
Halfway through its 15-year life, with $1,565,110 paid out to the developer from sales tax generated. Developer's total investment in public realm improvements was $3.4 million.
Sales Tax Only TIF (TIF #2)
Located west of town, no one has utilized this TIF to date, possibly due to land ownership by Meridian or OSU.
Downtown Campus Link TIF (TIF #3)
Most active TIF, a 25-year ad valorem and sales tax TIF with a total budget of $32.5 million. Has seen significant increment growth (110% from 2019-2020, 39% from 2020-2021 estimate).
Boomer Lake Power Station Project TIFs (TIF #4 and #5)
TIF #4 covers publicly owned property, with $6 million committed for the repurposing of the power station. TIF #5 covers outlying parcels and will only be enacted if needed.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- October 19th: Deadline for American Rescue Plan Build Back Better Phase One planning grant application
- March: Phase Two grants for American Rescue Plan Build Back Better due
- April 1st, 2022: All renewal flood insurance policy premiums will use Risk Rating 2.0 tool
Watch For
- Further updates on the Kaw pipeline project following the planning grant application
- Development of the Boomer Lake Power Station project and potential enactment of TIF #5
Announcements
- The 'Sleeves Up Stillwater' campaign, including a COVID-19 vaccination incentive contest, resulted in 2,200 Stillwater residents receiving their first dose of the vaccine.
- Payne County has 55.9% of residents with at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccination as of September 28th.
- Stillwater Medical Center's ICU and non-ICU beds remain nearly full, emphasizing the continued need for precautions and vaccination.
- The city thanked various partners for their contributions to Healthcare Professional Appreciation Week.
- OSU provided additional medical staff at football games, reducing hospital transports.
- In-person Time Projects community meetings have concluded, but input can still be shared at speakup.stillwater.org.
- Visit Stillwater received four awards from the Oklahoma Travel Industry Association, including 'Tourism Organization of the Year', and earned the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program seal.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation in Recognition of Fire Protection Week
Reading of a proclamation declaring October 3rd-9th, 2021, as Fire Prevention Week, with the theme 'Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety'.
Consent Docket (City Council)
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Comment regarding a request from Stillwater Medical Center to close the utility easement on property addresses 5200 West 6th Avenue (CC-21-189)
Public hearing and discussion on closing a utility easement for Stillwater Medical Center's expansion.
Public Comment regarding a request for specific use permit for medical marijuana dispensary for property located at 911 and a half South Main Street (CC-21-188)
Public hearing and discussion on a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary.
Authorize staff to apply for an American Rescue Plan Planning Grants in the amount of $500,000
Authorization for staff to apply for a Phase One planning grant for the Kaw pipeline project.
COVID-19 Update
Update on the 'Sleeves Up Stillwater' campaign, vaccination rates, and current hospital status.
Resolution CC-2021-33: Resolution authorizing officers of the state of police department to serve as law enforcement officers for the Payne County Sheriff's Office or the Oklahoma Highway Patrol
Consideration and adoption of a resolution allowing Stillwater police officers to assist other law enforcement agencies.
Ordinance 3482: An ordinance rezoning attractive land located at 522 North Perkins Road from CS commercial shopping to CG commercial general district
Second reading and adoption of an ordinance to rezone a property on North Perkins Road.
Reports from Officers and Boards (City Council)
Updates and announcements from city officials and board members.
Consent Docket (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for SEDFA.
Annual Report from Visit Stillwater
Presentation of Visit Stillwater's annual report, highlighting achievements and challenges during the past fiscal year.
Update on Tax Increment Financing Districts
Report on the status and progress of the city's five TIF districts.
Reports from Officers and Boards (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)
Updates and announcements from SEDFA officers and board members.
Consent Docket (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Approval of routine administrative items for SUA.
Approve a budget amendment appropriating an additional $7.3 million from the RSF for the ODOT 6th Avenue project
Approval of a significant budget increase for the ODOT 6th Avenue transmission and distribution relocation project.
Approve a professional service agreement with Burns and Mac
Approval of a professional services agreement with Burns & McDonnell for engineering services related to the ODOT 6th Avenue project.
Reports from Officers and Boards (Stillwater Utilities Authority)
Updates and announcements from SUA officers and board members.