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December 17, 2019 City Council Meeting

December 17, 2019 Stillwater, OK
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Meeting Summary

TL;DR

The Stillwater City Council held its last meeting of 2019, addressing a range of topics from community recognitions to financial approvals and policy adoptions. Key decisions included the approval of a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary, several budget amendments for library donations and grants, and the authorization to apply for a FEMA pre-disaster mitigation grant. The council also adopted new purchasing and utility service policies, and made appointments to various boards and committees.

Key Decisions & Votes

Appointment to Recycling Task Force

00:10:30

Mabry Baldwin was appointed to the Citizens Recycling Task Force after expressing concerns about the city's recycling program.

Approved

Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary

00:15:00

A specific use permit was approved for Vapor Supplies Unlimited LLC to establish a medical marijuana dispensary at 704 North Main Street.

Approved

Budget Amendment for Library Donations

00:33:00

A budget amendment was approved to reflect $3,000 in donations received by the Stillwater Public Library.

Approved

Budget Amendment for Oklahoma Historical Records Advisory Board Grant

00:34:30

A budget amendment was approved to reflect a $3,000 grant from the Oklahoma Historical Records Advisory Board for archiving special collections at the library.

Approved

Budget Amendment for Library Internet Service Funds

00:37:00

A budget amendment was approved to reallocate $14,400, previously budgeted for library internet service, to building infrastructure improvements.

Approved

LBR Contract Amendment for Stillwater Regional Airport

00:41:00

Amendment number 10 to the contract with LBR Inc. for engineering services related to the south apron construction project and ARFF apparatus acquisition at Stillwater Regional Airport was approved for $516,240.

Approved

Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report

00:49:00

The Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2019, were accepted.

Approved

FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Application

00:50:00

Staff was authorized to apply for a FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant for the Stillwater Creek Basin Master Drainage Plan, utilizing $125,000 of allocated funds as the city's match.

Approved

Contract Award for North Apron Project at Stillwater Regional Airport

00:55:00

A contract was awarded to EST Inc. for services on the north apron project at Stillwater Regional Airport for $270,143, with associated budget amendments.

Approved

Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Funds Application

01:09:00

Staff was authorized to apply for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds to acquire property at 1414 Southwestern Road, a severe repetitive loss property due to flooding.

Approved

Budget Amendment for Merry Main Street Event

01:11:00

A budget amendment was approved to reflect $19,225 in vendor fees and donations received for the Merry Main Street event.

Approved

General Fund Retention of Surplus Transfer

01:19:00

A budget amendment was approved, contingent on SUA trustee action, to retain $2.7 million in the general fund from the Stillwater Utilities Authority for specific projects, including airport match and capital improvements.

Approved

Code Supplement Number Seven Adoption

01:21:00

Resolution CC-2019-27 was adopted, notifying the public of the compiling and publishing of Code Supplement Number Seven to the City of Stillwater Oklahoma Code.

Adopted

Purchasing Policy Adoption (City Council)

01:25:00

Resolution CC-2019-28 was adopted, establishing a new purchasing policy for the City of Stillwater and its trusts.

Adopted

Terms and Conditions of Service for Municipal Utilities Amendment (City Council)

01:29:00

Resolution CC-2019-29 was adopted, amending the terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities, including updates to anti-discrimination policy and medical alert processes.

Adopted

Rezoning Ordinance 3446

01:30:00

Ordinance 3446, rezoning property at 906 East Swim Avenue from RT to RSS district, was advanced to its second reading.

Advanced to Second Reading

Planning Commission Seat Appointment

01:34:00

Brett Allred was appointed to a vacant seat on the Planning Commission.

Approved

Stillwater Medical Center Board Appointment

01:35:00

Dan Duncan was reappointed to a three-year term on the Stillwater Medical Center Board.

Approved

Purchasing Policy Adoption (SUA)

01:46:00

Resolution SUA 19-3 was adopted, establishing a new purchasing policy for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.

Adopted

Terms and Conditions of Service for Municipal Utilities Amendment (SUA)

01:47:00

Resolution SUA 19-4 was adopted, amending the terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities under the Stillwater Utilities Authority.

Adopted

General Fund Retention of Surplus Transfer (SUA)

01:48:00

Resolution SUA 19-5 was adopted, authorizing the City of Stillwater's general fund to retain $2.7 million from the Stillwater Utilities Authority for specific projects.

Adopted

Economic Development Incentive Policy

02:00:00

A draft economic development incentive policy was presented and discussed, with plans to incorporate minor edits and bring it back for adoption at a future meeting.

Discussed, to be edited and brought back

Purchasing Policy Adoption (SEDA)

02:01:00

Resolution SEDA-19-3 was adopted, establishing a new purchasing policy for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.

Adopted

Tourism Advisory Committee Appointments

02:03:00

J. Martin, Sally Turner, and Christine Waits were appointed to the Tourism Advisory Committee.

Approved

Upcoming Community Events

December 21st

Merry Main Street

Last day for free carriage rides downtown from 3 to 9 p.m. in Block 34. Shop local and enjoy the event.

Financial Matters

Library Donations

Donations received by the Stillwater Public Library, including $150 from Stillwater Rotary Frontier Rotary for children's books and other memorial donations.

$3,000

Oklahoma Historical Records Advisory Board Grant

Grant awarded to the Stillwater Public Library to purchase a new desktop computer and 'Past Perfect' software for archiving special collections.

$3,000

Library Internet Service Funds Reallocation

Funds freed up from a grant for internet service reallocated to building infrastructure, including heat pump replacement, bathroom repairs, and fire safety system upgrade.

$14,400

LBR Contract Amendment for Airport Projects

Amendment for engineering services related to the south apron construction project and ARFF apparatus acquisition, 90% reimbursable by FAA.

$516,240

North Apron Project Contract Award

Contract awarded to EST Inc. for construction inspection and material testing services on the north apron project and phase three of the Delta Taxiway project.

$270,143

FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Match

City's match for the FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant for the Stillwater Creek Basin Master Drainage Plan.

$125,000

Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Funds

Application for funds to acquire severe repetitive loss property at 1414 Southwestern Road. The city will front the cost and be reimbursed 75% by FEMA. The financial impact is uncertain until the property value is determined, but the minimum cost to the city could be $5,000, with a potential maximum of $184,000 (less insurance collected).

Merry Main Street Event Funds

Vendor fees and donations collected for the Merry Main Street event, supplementing the initial seed fund.

$19,225

General Fund Surplus Transfer Retention

Retention of surplus funds from the Stillwater Utilities Authority in the general fund, to be appropriated for specific projects including the south apron project match ($655,555), airport property acquisition ($455,000), and capital improvement fund ($1.6 million).

$2,700,000

Public Comments

1 citizen spoke

One public comment was made by a junior high student expressing concern about the city's recycling program and advocating for environmental initiatives.

Recycling Environmental protection Youth involvement

Coming Up

Deadlines

  • December 22nd: Deadline for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program application
  • January 2nd: Abatement and demolition orders for four properties (with a 30-day extension request)
  • February 11th: City Council elections for Seat 3

Watch For

  • Further discussion and potential adoption of the Economic Development Incentive Policy after edits
  • Updates on the acquisition of the property at 1414 Southwestern Road and other flood-prone properties
  • Budget discussions in March for fiscal year 2021 capital improvement projects

Announcements

  • Recognition of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee for trail cleanup efforts.
  • Recognition of Lisa Echols and the Cimarron Valley Quilters Guild for presenting a Quilt of Valor to Dr. John Wetlake.
  • Stillwater Electric Utility crews recognized for quick response and streetlight installation at 8th and Duncan.
  • A 30-day extension has been requested for abatement and demolition orders on four properties due to asbestos removal.
  • City Council elections for Seat 3 will be held on Tuesday, February 11th; residents are encouraged to register to vote.
  • Results of the Flash Vote survey on the recycling program are live, indicating resident support for sustainable service.
  • December 21st is the last day for free carriage rides downtown as part of Merry Main Street.
  • The Complete Count Committee is working with the League of Women Voters to educate the public about the 2020 Census.
  • Residents outside city limits are reminded to consider assigning a rural service fire contract.

Agenda Summary

Presentations and Recognitions

Recognition of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee for cleanup efforts and Lisa Echols/Cimarron Valley Quilters Guild for Quilt of Valor presentation.

Information Only

Consent Docket

Approval of regular meeting minutes, expenditures on Perkins Road project, plat for East Ridge 2nd section, temporary construction easement for wastewater treatment plant, and acceptance of electric easement on Richmond Road.

Approved

Public Comment on Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing

Mabry Baldwin spoke about concerns regarding recycling.

Information Only

Appointment to Citizens Recycling Task Force

Appointment of Mabry Baldwin to the Citizens Recycling Task Force.

Approved

Public Hearing: Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary

Request from Vapor Supplies Unlimited LLC for a specific use permit at 704 North Main Street.

Approved

Stillwater Area Sports Association (SASA) Annual Report

Presentation by Carolyn Wallstead on SASA's activities, financial overview, capital improvements, and future plans.

Information Only

Approve Budget Amendment for Stillwater Public Library Donations

Reflecting November 2019 donations to the library.

Approved

Approve Budget Amendment for Oklahoma Historical Records Advisory Board Grant

Reflecting receipt of a $3,000 grant for archiving special collections.

Approved

Approve Budget Amendment for Library Internet Service Funds

Reflecting receipt of federal and state funds for internet service and transfer of $14,400 to repair structures account.

Approved

Approve LBR Contract Amendment for Stillwater Regional Airport

Amendment number 10 for engineering services related to the south apron construction project and ARFF apparatus acquisition.

Approved

Accept Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report

For fiscal year ended June 30, 2019.

Approved

Authorize Staff to Apply for FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant

For Stillwater Creek Basin Master Drainage Plan and authorize use of $125,000 for city's match.

Approved

Award of Contract for North Apron Project at Stillwater Regional Airport

To EST Inc. for $270,143, with associated budget amendments.

Approved

Authorize Staff to Apply for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Funds

To acquire property at 1414 Southwestern Road and authorize city manager to sign grant documents.

Approved

Approve Budget Amendment for Merry Main Street Event

Reflecting donations received for the event.

Approved

Approve Budget Amendment Reflecting Retention in General Fund

Of $2.7 million from SUA for specific projects.

Approved

Resolution CC-2019-27: Code Supplement Number Seven

Notifying the public of the compiling and publishing of the code supplement.

Adopted

Resolution CC-2019-28: Purchasing Policy

Adopting a purchasing policy for the City of Stillwater and its trusts.

Adopted

Resolution CC-2019-29: Terms and Conditions of Service for Municipal Utilities

Amending the terms and conditions of service.

Adopted

Ordinance 3446: Rezoning Property at 906 East Swim Avenue

From RT to RSS small lot single-family residential district.

Advanced to Second Reading

Reports from Officers and Boards

Updates from city staff and council members on various city activities and upcoming events.

Information Only

Appointment to Planning Commission

Appointment of Brett Allred to a vacant seat.

Approved

Appointment to Stillwater Medical Center Board

Reappointment of Dan Duncan to a three-year term.

Approved

Rural Water Advisory Board Semi-Annual Report

Presentation on the rural water advisory board's activities and system reports.

Information Only

Resolution SUA 19-3: Purchasing Policy

Adopting a purchasing policy for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.

Adopted

Resolution SUA 19-4: Terms and Conditions of Service for Municipal Utilities

Amending the terms and conditions of service for municipal utilities.

Adopted

Resolution SUA 19-5: General Fund Retention of Surplus Transfer

Authorizing the City of Stillwater's general fund to retain $2.7 million from the Stillwater Utilities Authority.

Adopted

Presentation of Economic Development Incentive Policy

Discussion of a draft policy for economic development incentives.

Discussed, to be edited and brought back

Resolution SEDA-19-3: Purchasing Policy

Adopting a purchasing policy for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.

Adopted

Appointments to Tourism Advisory Committee

Appointment of J. Martin, Sally Turner, and Christine Waits.

Approved