Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council addressed concerns regarding COVID-19, particularly in relation to local bars and university students, with the Mayor announcing an upcoming emergency order to mandate table service and limited occupancy in bars. The council also approved a rezoning request for a parking lot and a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary. A quarterly financial report showed the city's revenues meeting projections despite a downturn, largely due to spending reductions and increased local spending.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment for 503 South Pine Street
00:20:00Request to rezone property from RTM (two-family and multi-family residential) to RMI (multi-family intermediate residential) for use as a parking lot was approved. The planning commission recommended approval by a 5-0 vote.
Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary
00:29:00A specific use permit for Oklahoma Green Stop LLC at 207 South Main Street to operate a medical marijuana dispensary was approved. The planning commission recommended approval by a 5-0 vote, and the council approved it with a 3-2 vote.
Application for Firehouse Subs Grant
00:43:00Approval to submit an application to Firehouse Subs for a $45,620.64 grant to purchase two ATVs for the Stillwater Police Department, with no matching funds required.
Ordinance 3455: Water Rates Outside City Limits
01:21:00Ordinance 3455, amending chapter 41 of the Stillwater City Code regarding water service rates for properties outside city limits, was adopted with a 4-0 vote and one abstention.
Financial Matters
Fourth Quarter Financial Report FY20
The city's general fund revenues met projections for FY20 despite a sales tax downturn in May and June. Operating and maintenance expenditures came in under budget across all funds due to spending reductions.
Firehouse Subs Grant for Police Department
Grant application approved for the purchase of two ATVs for the Stillwater Police Department, requiring no matching funds from the city.
Budget Amendment for Landscape Maintenance (BID #1)
Request to appropriate $10,000 from fund 851 fund balance for landscape maintenance in Business Improvement District #1 was pulled from the agenda and moved to a future CETA agenda.
Public Comments
Public comments primarily focused on the impact of COVID-19 on local businesses, particularly bars and restaurants. Speakers discussed efforts to maintain safety, the need for outdoor seating options, and the economic challenges faced by businesses. There was also discussion about the proposed ordinance for outdoor seating and its potential benefits and drawbacks.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Budget amendment appropriating $10,000 for landscape maintenance in Business Improvement District #1 (moved to future CETA agenda)
- Ordinance 3456 (Outdoor Seating/Parklets) will be held for public hearing next week, with suggested changes to be incorporated.
Deadlines
- Census completion deadline
Watch For
- Emergency order regarding bar regulations (table service, limited occupancy)
- Further discussions and potential revisions to Ordinance 3456 (Outdoor Seating/Parklets)
- Renewable Task Force discussion in September (September 14th meeting)
Announcements
- The 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, giving women the right to vote, was ratified 100 years ago today (August 18, 1920).
- Stillwater Public Library is Stillwater Census Central for information and assistance with the census.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of meeting minutes, a water line easement, and an amendment to a service agreement with SASA.
Public Comment on Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing
Opportunity for citizens to comment on agenda items not requiring a public hearing.
Receive Public Comment Regarding Request for a Map Amendment to Rezone Property at 503 South Pine Street
Request to rezone property from RTM to RMI for use as a parking lot.
Receive Public Comment Regarding Request from Oklahoma Green Stop LLC for a Specific Use Permit
Request for a specific use permit to allow for a medical marijuana dispensary at 207 South Main Street.
Fourth Quarter Financial Report
Presentation of the preliminary fourth quarter financial report for fiscal year 2020.
Approve Submittal of Application to Firehouse Subs for a Grant
Approval to apply for a grant to purchase two ATVs for the Stillwater Police Department.
Approve a Budget Amendment Appropriating $10,000 from Fund 851 Fund Balance
Budget amendment for landscape maintenance in Business Improvement District #1.
City Projects Update
Quarterly update on active city projects.
COVID-19 Update
Discussion and update on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including potential new regulations for bars.
Ordinance 3456: Amending City Code Regarding Outdoor Seating
First reading of an ordinance amending the city code to allow for outdoor seating/parklets for businesses.
Ordinance 3455: Amending City Code Regarding Water Rates Outside City Limits
Second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending water service rates for properties outside city limits.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from city officers and board members.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Consent Docket
Approval of a sole source purchase of UV system components for the wastewater treatment plant.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of special meeting minutes from July 20th.
Annual Report from Visit Stillwater
Presentation of the annual report from Visit Stillwater.