Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its meeting on October 5, 2020. Key decisions included the approval of a budget amendment for a police vehicle replacement and the allocation of FEMA grant funds for flood repairs. A significant discussion revolved around a proposed text amendment to the land development code concerning 'apartment-like hotels' in commercial general districts, which was ultimately rejected.
Key Decisions & Votes
Text Amendment for RSS Small Lot Single-Family Residential (Cemeteries)
00:20:00The proposed text amendment to allow cemeteries in RSS districts was referred back to the Planning Commission for further review, specifically to require a Special Use Permit (SUP) for such uses.
Text Amendment for CG Commercial General District (Apartment-like Hotels)
00:35:00The recommendation from the Planning Commission to allow 'apartment-like hotels' as a permitted use in the Commercial General (CG) district was rejected by the City Council. Concerns were raised about the vagueness of the definition and the potential impact on the district's purpose.
Purchase of 2020 Dodge Durango for Police Department
00:36:00Approval was granted for the purchase of a 2020 Dodge Durango as a replacement vehicle for a police unit involved in a collision, along with associated budget amendments to transfer insurance funds and cover remaining costs.
FEMA Grant Funds for 2019 Flood Repairs
00:39:00Budget amendments were approved for recording and allocating FEMA grant funds totaling $43,608 for repairs to city property damaged in the 2019 floods, and appropriating $70,275 of unused FY19 FEMA funds for use in FY20.
Temporary Construction Easements for Perkins Road Widening Project
00:41:00The acceptance of temporary construction easements associated with the City of Stillwater/ODOT joint Perkins Road widening project was approved, with an expenditure of $22,850 in compensation.
Everyman LLC TIF Financial Assistance
01:00:00The Stillwater Economic Development Authority authorized staff to work with the Center for Economic Development Law to enter into a development agreement with Everyman LLC for financial assistance from the Stillwater Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 for business expansion.
Upcoming Community Events
Vascular Access Specialty Day
Proclaimed to recognize vascular access specialists for their impact on healthcare.
Public Power Week
Proclaimed to recognize Stillwater Electric Utility's contributions to the community.
Fire Prevention Week
Proclaimed to raise awareness about fire safety, particularly in the kitchen, with a focus on unattended cooking and escape plans.
Flu Shot Clinic
Payne County Expo Center, by reservation through the Payne County Health Department website.
Financial Matters
Police Vehicle Replacement
Purchase of a 2020 Dodge Durango and equipment, funded by $24,720 in insurance proceeds and $26,879 from the vehicle projects fund.
FEMA Grant Funds for Flood Repairs
Allocation of FEMA grant funds for repairs to city property damaged in the 2019 floods.
Appropriation of Unused FEMA Grant Funds
Appropriation of unused FY19 FEMA grant funds for use in FY20 for approved projects and expenses.
Temporary Construction Easements
Compensation for temporary easements along North Perkins Road for the ODOT joint Perkins Road widening project.
Everyman LLC TIF Financial Assistance
Financial assistance from the Stillwater Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 for business expansion, with a general fund loan to CEDA to seed the TIF fund, to be repaid over 15 years at 1.75% interest.
Public Comments
Two individuals spoke in favor of Everyman LLC's application for TIF financial assistance, highlighting the business's positive impact, job creation, and the importance of investing in historic downtown buildings.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Proposed text amendment to Chapter 23 Land Development Code, Article 5 Use Categories and Limitations, Division 1, Section 23-137 RSS Small Lot Single-Family Residential (regarding cemeteries)
Deadlines
- Mask mandate expiration at the end of November
Watch For
- Renewal of the city's mask mandate
- Development agreement and budget amendment for Everyman LLC TIF financial assistance
Announcements
- Flu shot clinic available tomorrow at the Payne County Expo Center, requiring reservations through the Payne County Health Department website.
- Vacancy on the TIF committee; interested individuals can apply online.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: Vascular Access Specialty Day
Proclamation in support of the second annual Vascular Access Specialty Day.
Proclamation: Public Power Week
Proclamation in support of Public Power Week.
Proclamation: Fire Prevention Week
Proclamation in support of Fire Prevention Week, including a video on fire safety.
Consent Docket
Approval of minutes and the 2021 meeting schedule.
Public Comment on Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing
No one signed up to speak.
Proposed Text Amendment to Chapter 23 Land Development Code (Cemeteries in RSS)
Proposed text amendment to Chapter 23 Land Development Code, Article 5 Use Categories and Limitations, Division 1, Section 23-137 RSS Small Lot Single-Family Residential, regarding cemeteries.
Proposed Text Amendment to Chapter 23 Land Development Code (Apartment-like Hotels in CG)
Proposed text amendment to Chapter 23 Land Development Code, Article 5 Use Categories and Limitations, Division 1, Section 23-153 CG Commercial General District, regarding 'apartment-like hotels'.
Approved Purchase of 2020 Dodge Durango for Police Department
Approval of the purchase of a 2020 Dodge Durango as a replacement vehicle for the police department and approval of associated budget amendments.
Approved Budget Amendments for FEMA Grant Funds
Approval of budget amendments recording and allocating FEMA grant funds for the repair of city property damaged in the 2019 floods and appropriation of fiscal year 19 unused FEMA grant funds for use in fiscal year 20.
Acceptance of Temporary Construction Easements for Perkins Road Widening Project
Acceptance of temporary construction easements associated with the City of Stillwater/ODOT joint Perkins Road widening project.
COVID-19 Update
Discussion on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, current numbers, and public health precautions.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Brief updates from city officials.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Consent Docket
Approval of minutes and the 2020 meeting schedule for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of special meeting minutes and the 2020 meeting schedule for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.
Public Comment on Items Not Here for Public Hearing (SEDA)
Public comments regarding Everyman LLC's application for TIF financial assistance.
Consider Recommendation from Stillwater Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee
Consideration of a recommendation from the Stillwater Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee regarding a request from Everyman LLC for Stillwater Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 financial assistance for business expansion.
Executive Session (SEDA)
Executive session for confidential communication regarding the purchase or appraisal of real property and conferring on matters.