Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several key items, including the selection of a stormwater drainage project for the 2019 Community Development Block Grant and the adoption of an anti-discrimination policy. They also moved forward with plans for the Block 34 development, approving a design concept for an outdoor stage and authorizing the removal of concrete alleyways. Additionally, the council adopted a revised short-term rental ordinance.
Key Decisions & Votes
2019 Community Development Block Grant Project Selection
00:07:00The stormwater drainage project located at 12th Avenue and Duncan Street was selected for the 2019 CDBG, accepting a grant allocation of $150,459 and approving budget amendments for an additional match from the transportation half-cent account.
Stillwater History Museum Quarterly Report
00:05:00The Stillwater History Museum quarterly report was approved, with a special acknowledgment for Amy Rock's last meeting as she moves to Wyandotte, Kansas.
Block 34 Outdoor Stage Design and Funding
00:26:00The request from Block 34 Trust to secure funding and guide the final engineering design of an outdoor stage, based on the recommended concept, was approved. This also included approval for the construction of related systems and landscaping, with private funding.
Block 34 Alleyway Removal and Site Improvement
00:30:00Authorization was granted to remove concrete alleyways, fill, grade, sod, and irrigate to improve user mobility and aesthetics at Block 34, prior to the November pop-up shops event.
Block 34 Wind Turbine Fence Design
00:38:00The plan and preliminary sketch from Mural Design for the Block 34 southwest corner wind turbine fence, featuring a mural by artists Yotaka Fields and Puya Jahan Chahee, was approved.
Budget Carryforwards from FY19 to FY20
00:40:00Approval was given for budget carryforwards from the fiscal year 2019 budget to the fiscal year 2020 budget to continue incomplete projects and account for unreceived revenues.
Annual Landscaping of City Facilities Bid Recommendation
00:42:00A bid recommendation for annual landscaping of city facilities was approved, awarding the contract to Thrive Landscape and Irrigation for $58,500.
RFP for Boomer Lake Station Adaptive Reuse
00:47:00The city manager was authorized to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) soliciting development projects for the adaptive reuse of Boomer Lake Station and two adjoining parcels.
Resolution for CDBG Leverage Commitment
00:48:00Resolution CC-2019-10, regarding the commitment of leverage for the Oklahoma Department of Commerce 2019 Community Development Block Grant state small cities programs, was adopted.
Anti-Discrimination Policy Resolution
00:52:00Resolution CC-2019-12, establishing an anti-discrimination policy with regard to access to city employment, city services, and city facilities, was adopted.
Short-Term Rental Ordinance (Second Reading)
01:03:00Ordinance number 3435, the short-term rental ordinance with modifications, was adopted on its second reading, and an emergency declaration was also approved for its immediate effect.
Purchase of Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems for Traffic Signals
01:08:00Expenditures from the electric rate stabilization fund were authorized for the purchase of twelve uninterruptible power supply systems for traffic signals from Gaydos Sales Company for $122,034.
Vehicle Purchases for Electric Utility
01:11:00Vehicle purchases for the electric utility were approved, authorizing expenditures from the electric rate stabilization fund up to $537,570 for the replacement of seven vehicles.
Upcoming Community Events
Pop-up Shops Event
To be held at Block 34, site improvements are being made prior to the event.
Financial Matters
2019 Community Development Block Grant
Grant allocation accepted for the stormwater drainage project at 12th Avenue and Duncan Street, requiring a one-to-one match.
Budget Carryforwards
Approval of budget balances from FY19 to FY20 for incomplete projects and anticipated revenues, with no cash balance impact.
Annual Landscaping Contract
Contract awarded to Thrive Landscape and Irrigation for annual landscaping of city facilities.
Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems
Expenditures authorized from the electric rate stabilization fund for 12 UPS systems for traffic signals.
Electric Utility Vehicle Purchases
Expenditures authorized from the electric rate stabilization fund for the replacement of seven electric utility vehicles.
June Sales Tax Apportionment
Stillwater's June sales tax apportionment is up 3.44% from last year, exceeding projections by 4.11%.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- August 26, 2019: Final day for Barrett Investments to remove all structures from 416 West Maple Street.
Watch For
- Further progress reports on the demolition order for 416 West Maple Street.
- Funding strategies and progress for the Block 34 outdoor stage.
- Responses to the RFP for Boomer Lake Station adaptive reuse.
Announcements
- Amy Rock's last meeting with the Stillwater History Museum as she moves to Wyandotte, Kansas.
- Tips for mosquito management due to the arrival of mosquito season.
- Stillwater's June sales tax apportionment is up 3.44% from last year.
- Stormwater Program Manager Zack Hinson earned certification in floodplain administration accreditation.
- Payne County's Disaster Recovery Center has changed operational hours and will announce a closing date soon; residents affected by severe storms are encouraged to visit.
- Welcome to new city employees: Dakota Turner (Entry Maintenance Worker) and Ryan Hunt (Accountant).
- Job openings available at Stillwater.org/employment.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of regular minutes of meetings, bid recommendation for safety supply for pavement markings, and a budget amendment for grant funding from the Department of Library.
Stillwater History Museum Quarterly Report
Review and approval of the quarterly report for the Stillwater History Museum.
Public Comment on Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearings
Opportunity for public comment on items not part of scheduled public hearings.
Public Hearing: 2019 Community Development Block Grant Project Selection
Receive public comment and consider acceptance of the stormwater drainage project at 12th Avenue and Duncan Street for the 2019 CDBG.
Progress Report on Demolition Order for 416 West Maple Street
Receive an update on the demolition progress for properties at 416 West Maple Street.
Block 34 Outdoor Stage Design and Funding
Approve request from Block 34 Trust to secure funding and guide final engineering design of an outdoor stage for the recommended concept.
Block 34 Alleyway Removal and Site Improvement
Authorize the removal of concrete alleyways and fill, grade, sod, and irrigate to improve user mobility and aesthetics at Block 34.
Block 34 Wind Turbine Fence Design
Approve plan and preliminary sketch from Mural Design for the Block 34 southwest corner wind turbine fence.
Budget Carryforwards from FY19 to FY20
Approval of budget carryforwards from the fiscal year 2019 budget to the fiscal year 2020 budget.
Annual Landscaping of City Facilities Bid Recommendation
Approve bid recommendation for annual landscaping of city facilities.
RFP for Boomer Lake Station Adaptive Reuse
Authorize city manager to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) soliciting development projects for the adaptive reuse of Boomer Lake Station and two adjoining parcels.
Resolution CC-2019-10: CDBG Leverage Commitment
A resolution regarding commitment of leverage for the Oklahoma Department of Commerce 2019 Community Development Block Grant state small cities programs.
Resolution CC-2019-12: Anti-Discrimination Policy
A resolution establishing an anti-discrimination policy with regard to access to city employment, city services, and city facilities.
Ordinance Number 3435: Short-Term Rental Ordinance (Second Reading)
Second reading and adoption of the short-term rental ordinance with modifications.
Appointments to Library Board
Appointment of a new member to the library board due to a resignation.
Executive Session
Confidential communication regarding the employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, disciplining, or resignation of the city manager and city attorney.
SUA Consent Docket
Approval of minutes and a bid recommendation for water treatment plant chemical purchases.
SUA: Purchase of Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems for Traffic Signals
Authorize expenditures from the electric rate stabilization fund for the purchase of twelve UPS systems for traffic signals.
SUA: Vehicle Purchases for Electric Utility
Approve vehicle purchases for the electric utility and authorize expenditures from the electric rate stabilization fund.