Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary and another for an outpatient mental health and substance abuse center. They also approved the replacement of the 26th Avenue Bridge structure and initiated the process for a strategic planning key performance indicators task force. The meeting also included a proclamation for Kappa Kappa Psi's centennial.
Key Decisions & Votes
Medical Marijuana Dispensary Specific Use Permit
09:50:00A specific use permit was approved for Camilla Corporation to establish a medical marijuana dispensary at 1124 East 6th Avenue in the commercial general district.
Slim Chickens Property Rezoning
23:00:00A map amendment was approved to rezone a portion of property at 1011 North Boomer Road from commercial general to residential two-family multifamily (RTM) district for SC Retail Management LLC (owners of Slim Chickens).
Grand Lake Mental Health Center Specific Use Permit
30:00:00A specific use permit was approved for Grand Lake Mental Health Center Inc. to establish an outpatient mental health and substance abuse center at 1624 and 1706 North Cimarron Plaza in the commercial shopping district.
26th Avenue Bridge Structure Replacement
53:00:00Staff was authorized to proceed with the replacement of the 26th Avenue Bridge structure using aluminized material pipes, increasing its length for a future active transportation path, at an estimated cost of $350,000. Keystone Engineering and Gauss and Associates will be engaged for survey and design services.
Strategic Planning Key Performance Indicators Task Force
53:30:00Staff was authorized to proceed with forming a Strategic Planning Key Performance Indicators Task Force, including citizen involvement, to identify appropriate performance measures for the city's strategic plan.
Upcoming Community Events
Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma National Convention
Being held in Stillwater, celebrating Kappa Kappa Psi's centennial. Upwards of 1500 students, alumni, family, and friends are expected.
Kappa Kappa Psi Day
Proclaimed in the city of Stillwater, marking the fraternity's 100-year anniversary.
Financial Matters
2016 Community Development Block Grant Closeout
The 2016 CDBG project, which installed ADA sidewalks, bus stops, and access to the Kameoka Trail around Wings of Hope, was officially closed out. The grant was nearly $140,000 with a city match, totaling expenditures of $366,376.
26th Avenue Bridge Replacement
Estimated cost for replacing the 26th Avenue Bridge structure with aluminized pipes and extending its length for a future active transportation path. Potential eligibility for FHWA reimbursement.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Payne County Disaster Recovery Center closing: Saturday, July 20th at 3:00 PM (for May 7th - June 9th storm victims)
- US Census Day: April 1st, 2020
Watch For
- Block 34 upgrades: Overhead lines to be removed by end of next week (July 26th)
- 32nd Avenue booster pump station and 6th Avenue to 32nd Avenue 18-inch water line construction to begin in August
Announcements
- The 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report has been awarded the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for the 37th consecutive year.
- Stillwater is participating in a county-wide task force to ensure an accurate count for the 2020 US Census.
- Rehabilitation of the water treatment plant chlorine gas scrubber is complete, enhancing public and employee safety.
- New episodes of the city's podcast, 'FYI Stillwater,' are available on iTunes, Spotify, and the city's website, covering topics like police dogs, dispatch, and local developments.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation in relation to Kappa Kappa Psi and their 100-year anniversary
A proclamation was read recognizing Kappa Kappa Psi National Honor Fraternity for their centennial and their upcoming national convention in Stillwater.
Consent Docket
Acceptance of sewer and sidewalk improvements for Mockingbird Estate Development in 3026th Avenue.
Public Comment on items not scheduled for public hearing
No one was signed up to speak on items not scheduled for public hearing.
CC-19-108: Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary
Receive public comment and consider a request from Camilla Corporation for a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary at 1124 East 6th Avenue.
CC-19-107: Map Amendment for SC Retail Management LLC (Slim Chickens)
Receive public comment and consider a request from SC Retail Management LLC to rezone a portion of property at 1011 North Boomer Road from commercial general to residential two-family multifamily (RTM) district.
CC-19-109: Special Use Permit for Grand Lake Mental Health Center Inc.
Receive public comment and consider a request from Grand Lake Mental Health Center Inc. for a special use permit to establish an outpatient mental health and substance abuse center at 1624 and 1706 North Cimarron Plaza.
CC-19-104: 2016 Community Development Block Grant Closeout
Receive public comment and consider the closeout of the 2016 Community Development Block Grant project.
CC-19-98: 26th Avenue Bridge Structure Replacement
Consider a replacement of the 26th Avenue Bridge structure utilizing new pipes and increasing the length to allow for a future active transportation path, and engage engineering firms for survey and design services.
CC-19-105: Strategic Planning Key Performance Indicators Task Force
Authorize staff to proceed with forming a Strategic Planning Key Performance Indicators Task Force.
Reports from Officers of Boards
Reports from the City Attorney, City Manager, and City Clerk.
Appointments
Appointments to the Audit Committee and the Airport Authority Board.