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April 21, 2020 City Council Meeting

April 21, 2020 Stillwater, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The Stillwater City Council, Stillwater Economic Development Authority (SEDA), and Stillwater Utilities Authority (SUA) convened for a series of meetings. Key decisions included approving several budget amendments, renewing the contract for Lakeside Golf Course operations, and authorizing agreements for the Perkins Road improvement project. The meetings also featured updates on the city's financial health, COVID-19 response, and a detailed presentation on solid waste cost of service and rate design.

Key Decisions & Votes

Consent Docket Approval (City Council)

01:00:00

The consent docket was approved with the exception of item D, which was removed for separate discussion.

Approved

Sure Our History Museum Quarterly Report (Item D)

02:00:00

The quarterly report from the Sure Our History Museum was approved after a brief discussion highlighting their activities and future plans despite current closures.

Approved

Lakeside Golf Course Contract Renewal

25:00:00

The contract for services with Henderson Golf Management for the operation of Lakeside Golf Course was renewed for one year with two subsequent options. This decision was made to ensure continued maintenance and operation of the golf course, which is a more cost-effective solution than the city taking over operations.

Approved

Concrete Pavement Grinding Project Award

30:00:00

A unit price contract was awarded to Emery Staff and Sons for concrete pavement grinding on 32nd Avenue, Main Street, and Western Road for $546,736. An additional $160,000 from the half-cent sales tax was appropriated to cover the project's cost, which exceeded the initial budget.

Approved

Perkins Road Improvement Project Relocation Agreements

38:00:00

The mayor was authorized to sign relocation agreements with OG&E and ONG for facility relocation within the Perkins Road improvement project limits. A budget amendment appropriating $318,000 from half-cent sales tax funds was also approved for this purpose.

Approved

Right-of-Way Acquisition at 22-24 West Admiral

44:00:00

The acquisition of 450 square feet of right-of-way and associated damages for $3,725 at 22-24 West Admiral was approved. This acquisition is crucial for the active transportation path along Western Road, enhancing safety and usability.

Approved

Dog Park Donation Budget Amendment

50:00:00

A budget amendment reflecting a $5,000 donation from Oklahoma State University for materials and upkeep of the dog park was approved. This donation will help maintain the park after OSU's labor contributions ceased.

Approved

North Apron Expansion Grant Budget Amendment

53:00:00

A budget amendment appropriating $5.2 million in federal grant funds for Phase One of the North Apron Expansion at Stillwater Regional Airport was approved. This grant will fund the project and increase both revenue and related expenditures.

Approved

Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 102 Collective Bargaining Agreement

56:00:00

The collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 102 for contract year 2020-2021 was approved. The FOP leadership team agreed to extend the current contract without changes to allow city leadership to focus on the ongoing emergency.

Approved

Stillwater Fire Department PPE Donation Budget Amendment

59:00:00

A budget amendment reflecting a $10,000 donation from Wilson's Chevrolet to the Stillwater Fire Department for the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE) was approved. This donation is critical for protecting firefighters during medical calls.

Approved

Stillwater Regional Airport CARES Act Grant Application

01:05:00

The Stillwater Regional Airport was authorized to submit an application for the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Airport Grant, and the mayor was authorized to sign associated documents. This grant, totaling $1,112,414, will help offset operational and personnel costs, making the airport more self-sustaining.

Approved

Dilapidated Property Update (3314 East 4th)

01:02:00

The update on the dilapidated property at 3314 East 4th was continued to the May 4th agenda to allow for the finalization of permits for remodeling.

Tabled

Consent Docket Approval (SEDA)

01:30:00

The consent docket for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority, including regular meeting minutes from March 2nd, was approved.

Approved

Consent Docket Approval (SUA)

01:45:00

The consent docket for the Stillwater Utilities Authority, including regular and special meeting minutes from March 2013 and April 6, was approved.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

January

Love Your Stillwater

Hosted with Vibrant Community Souter, great turnout.

Annually

Stillwater Men City Championship

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Annually

Stillwater Women City Championship

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Annually

Stillwater Junior Golf Championship

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Annually

Oklahoma Special Olympics Golf Tournament

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course (cancelled for 2020).

Annually

United Way Golf Tournament

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course (not happening in 2020).

Annually

SPCA Golf Tournament

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Annually

Greenskeepers Association of America Golf Tournament

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Annually

OSU Alumni Events

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Annually

OSU Fraternal Organizations Golf Tournaments

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Annually

High School Regional Championship

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Last year

South-Central PGA Event

Hosted at Lakeside Golf Course in conjunction with the Golf Channel.

Annually

High School Fundraisers

Several hosted at Lakeside Golf Course.

Ongoing

Our In This Together Series

Collaboration with Meridian Technology and Riata Center, offering town halls and planning sessions for businesses. Next session on April 22nd (HR impacts) and April 29th (strategic planning).

May

Walk October Event

Steps competition using an app, no registration fee, to encourage physical activity. Communication starts tomorrow.

Financial Matters

Lakeside Golf Course Operations

Annual fee paid to Henderson Golf Management, which is $30,000 cheaper than city operation.

$120,000

Concrete Pavement Grinding Project

Bid amount for the project, with an additional $160,000 appropriated from the half-cent sales tax to cover the cost.

$546,736

Perkins Road Improvement Project Relocation Costs

Appropriated from half-cent sales tax funds for utility relocation agreements with OG&E and ONG.

$318,000

Right-of-Way Acquisition (22-24 West Admiral)

Payment for 450 square feet of right-of-way and damages for the active transportation path.

$3,725

Dog Park Maintenance Donation

Donation from Oklahoma State University for materials and upkeep of the dog park.

$5,000

North Apron Expansion Federal Grant

Federal Aviation Administration grant for Phase One of the North Apron Expansion at Stillwater Regional Airport.

$5,200,000

CARES Act Airport Grant

Federal grant allocated to Stillwater Regional Airport to help offset operational and personnel costs.

$1,112,414

Stillwater Fire Department PPE Donation

Donation from Wilson's Chevrolet for the purchase of personal protective equipment.

$10,000

Solid Waste Cost of Service and Rate Design Study

Presentation of three scenarios for solid waste rates, including potential increases for residential and commercial customers, and options for financing capital projects like a parking lot replacement and a recycling staging facility.

Coming Up

Tabled

  • Dilapidated property update at 3314 East 4th (rescheduled for May 4th agenda)

Deadlines

  • Deadline for filing March transactions for sales tax was today (April 20th), apportionment expected first week in May.
  • Stillwater Regional Airport CARES Act grant application to be submitted in the next couple of days.

Watch For

  • Highly modified operating budget for fiscal year 21-22 to be presented for adoption on May 18th.
  • Potential legislation allowing municipalities to submit a six-month budget.
  • Further updates on COVID-19 response and reopening plans, including potential requirements for fabric face coverings.
  • Stillwater Economic Development Authority's 'Our In This Together Series' sessions on HR impacts (April 22nd) and strategic planning (April 29th).
  • Stillwater Economic Development Authority's 'Walk October' steps competition in May.
  • Stillwater Utilities Authority to make decisions on solid waste rate increases and capital projects based on the presented study.

Announcements

  • YouTube transmission for the first part of the meeting was not great, but cable television continued, and the entire program will be available online tomorrow.
  • Strong encouragement for face coverings in public, in line with CDC recommendations.
  • City is collecting donated masks (homemade or otherwise) for distribution to those in need.
  • Walmart nationwide now requires associates to wear face coverings.
  • The city will work to develop plans that will likely require fabric-based coverings for public interactions where close personal contact cannot be avoided.
  • Reopening of businesses will be a phased approach, slow and steady, taking time to ensure no regression in COVID-19 statistics.
  • Mental health resources are available for those struggling during the pandemic, listed on library resource pages and other websites.
  • Over 300 masks have already been donated to the city, with distribution to begin once sufficient numbers are collected.
  • Reminder for citizens to respond to the census at my2020census.gov, as Stillwater is currently behind Norman in response rates. Census numbers are crucial for federal funding for medical systems and other services.

Agenda Summary

Consent Docket

Approval of regular meeting minutes, acceptance of easements, and a quarterly report from the Sure Our History Museum.

Approved (with item D removed)

Public Comment on Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing

Opportunity for public comment on items not part of a scheduled public hearing.

No Action

Items Removed from Consent - Item D: Sure Our History Museum Quarterly Report

Discussion and approval of the quarterly report from the Sure Our History Museum.

Approved

Public Hearing: Proposed Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 21-22

Receive public comment regarding the proposed operating budget for the City of Stillwater for fiscal year 21-22.

Information Only

Lakeside Golf Course Annual Report

Presentation of the annual report by Michael Henderson of Henderson Golf Management on the operations of Lakeside Golf Course.

Information Only

Approve Renewal of Contract for Services with Henderson Golf Management

Renewal of the contract for the operation of Lakeside Golf Course.

Approved

Approve Recommendation to Award Unit Price Contract for Concrete Pavement Grinding

Award of a contract to Emery Staff and Sons for concrete pavement grinding on 32nd Avenue, Main Street, and Western Road, and approval of a budget amendment.

Approved

Authorize Mayor to Sign Relocation Agreements with OG&E and ONG

Authorization for the mayor to sign relocation agreements for utilities within the Perkins Road improvement project limits and approval of an associated budget amendment.

Approved

Approve Right-of-Way Acquisition at 22-24 West Admiral

Approval of right-of-way acquisition and payment for damages for the active transportation path project.

Approved

Approve Budget Amendment Reflecting Donation from OSU for Dog Park

Approval of a budget amendment to reflect a $5,000 donation from Oklahoma State University for dog park maintenance.

Approved

Approve Budget Amendment Appropriating Federal Grant Funds for North Apron Expansion

Approval of a budget amendment for $5.2 million in federal grant funds for Phase One of the North Apron Expansion at Stillwater Regional Airport.

Approved

Approve Collective Bargaining Agreement with FOP Lodge 102

Approval of the collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 102 for contract year 2020-2021.

Approved

Approve Budget Amendment Reflecting Donation from Wilson's Chevrolet

Approval of a budget amendment to reflect a $10,000 donation from Wilson's Chevrolet to the Stillwater Fire Department for PPE.

Approved

Update on Dilapidated Property at 3314 East 4th

Update on the dilapidated property owned by Ricky Cole.

Tabled

Approve Stillwater Regional Airport to Submit CARES Act Grant Application

Authorization for the Stillwater Regional Airport to submit an application for the CARES Act Airport Grant and for the mayor to sign associated documents.

Approved

Quarterly Financial Report from Christie Clark

Presentation of the quarterly financial report by the Finance Director.

Information Only

COVID-19 Related Update

General update on the city's COVID-19 response, including emergency declarations, face covering recommendations, and reopening plans.

Information Only

Reports from Officers and Boards

Reports from city officers and board members.

Information Only

Consent Docket (SEDA)

Approval of regular meeting minutes from March 2nd.

Approved

Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Economic Development Report

Presentation of the quarterly economic development report by Justin Mingus of the Chamber of Commerce.

Information Only

Consent Docket (SUA)

Approval of regular special meeting minutes and regular meeting minutes from March 2013 and April 6.

Approved

New Gen Strategy and Solutions LLC Solid Waste Cost of Service and Rate Design Study

Presentation of findings and options for solid waste cost of service and rate design study by New Gen Strategies and Solutions.

Information Only

Reports of Offices and Boards (SUA)

Reports from SUA officers and board members.

No Action