Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved the consent docket and heard public comment regarding the mask mandate. They discussed funding for the Stillwater Sports Association and the potential use of city-owned property for a recycling staging facility. The council also authorized an application for a 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant for Mission of Hope and received an update on the COVID-19 situation, including a discussion on mask efficacy and community support.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket Approval
00:00:30The consent docket, including minutes from prior meetings, was approved with a five to zero vote.
Stillwater Sports Association Funding
00:05:00Staff reported on the Stillwater Sports Association's request for $26,000 in interim funding to cover salaries and field maintenance until September 1st. A formal proposal will be brought back by June 1st.
Recycling Staging Facility Site Approval
00:15:00The council discussed the proposed use of city-owned property adjacent to Wittenberg Park for a recycling staging facility. No commitment was made, but staff was directed to explore both this site and an alternative near the airport, including traffic studies and design layouts, for future presentation.
Emergency Solutions Grant Application
00:27:00The council authorized the Mission of Hope to apply for a $50,000 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant, with the mayor authorized to sign necessary documents. This grant supports services for the homeless.
Economic Development Contract Extension (Chamber of Commerce)
00:54:00A one-year extension of the economic development contract with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce for fiscal year 2021 was approved.
Destination Marketing Contract Extension (Visit Stillwater)
01:00:00A contract extension for fiscal year 2021 with Visit Stillwater to provide destination marketing and visitor development services was approved.
Financial Matters
Stillwater Sports Association Interim Funding
Requested interim funding for salaries and ongoing needs for the Stillwater Sports Association to operate until September 1st.
Emergency Solutions Grant
Grant application for Mission of Hope to provide administrative, shelter, outreach, prevention, and rehousing services for the homeless.
Public Comments
One speaker, Reilly Flack, addressed the council regarding the mask mandate, questioning its constitutionality and expressing concern about the perceived disregard for individual rights. He also commented on the use of outdated models versus new data regarding the virus's prevalence.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Formal proposal for Stillwater Sports Association interim funding to be brought back by June 1st.
- Detailed plans and traffic studies for the recycling staging facility at both proposed sites.
Watch For
- Further updates and potential modifications to COVID-19 orders based on state phases and local data.
- Rescheduling of community events, such as the bike ride, by Visit Stillwater.
Announcements
- National Travel and Tourism Week is currently underway, with the theme 'The Spirit of Travel'.
- Reminder to respond to the 2020 Census online at my2020census.gov.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of minutes from prior meetings.
Public Comment on items not scheduled for public hearings
Opportunity for citizens to address the council on non-agenda items.
Report from Norman McNickle on Stillwater Sports Association regarding funding and potential date for getting sports back going in Stillwater
Discussion on interim funding needs for Sassa and tentative dates for opening fields for practice, games, and tournaments.
Report from Chris Knight regarding the use of city-owned property adjacent to Wittenberg Park along Highway 177 as a recycling staging facility
Presentation and discussion on a proposed site for a recycling staging facility, including concerns about location and aesthetics.
Authorize application for 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant on behalf of the Mission of Hope and authorize the Mayor to sign grant document
Request for approval for Mission of Hope to apply for a grant to support services for the homeless.
COVID-19 Update
Update on the city's response to the pandemic, including discussion on mask mandates, enforcement, and community impact.
Approve FY21 Economic Development Contract Extension with the Chamber of Commerce
Approval of a one-year contract extension for economic development services.
Approve FY21 Contract for Visit Stillwater
Approval of a contract extension for destination marketing and visitor development services.