Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its December 3, 2018 meeting, addressing several key issues including proclamations for Wreaths Across America and Census Day. Significant discussions and decisions were made regarding specific use permits for single-family structures and medical marijuana dispensaries, as well as an annexation into the corridor redevelopment area. The council also adopted resolutions for annual elections and several ordinances on land development and airport operations.
Key Decisions & Votes
Specific Use Permit for Single-Family Structures (423, 424, 501, 505 South Gray Street and 514 South Pine Street)
00:19:00The specific use permit for constructing single-family structures in the RTM zoning district was approved, contingent upon the parking being located in the rear of the properties due to concerns about front-yard paving and neighborhood impact.
Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary (1103 South Perkins Road)
00:30:40A specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary was approved despite council concerns about the medical efficacy of marijuana and the limitations on local regulation imposed by state law.
Map Amendment and Annexation into Corridor Redevelopment Area (102-124 South Main Street)
00:39:00The request for a map amendment and annexation of properties on South Main Street into the corridor redevelopment district (form-based code area) was approved to allow for consistent zoning and development plans.
Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary (106 West Elm Street)
00:46:00A specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary at 106 West Elm Street, a mixed-use development, was approved. Clarification was made regarding shared parking with an adjacent property.
Resolution for General and Runoff Elections
00:49:00Resolution CC-2018-25, authorizing the mayor to sign and issue an election proclamation for a general election and a runoff election if needed, was adopted. This covers seats 1 and 2 for four-year terms.
Ordinance 3427 (Rural Water Advisory Board)
00:52:00Ordinance 3427, amending the Stillwater city code regarding the Rural Water Advisory Board's membership, quorum, officers, and meeting schedule (changing from monthly to quarterly), was advanced to its second reading.
Ordinance 3420 (Airport Operations)
00:53:00Ordinance 3420, related to airport operations and amending various sections of the Stillwater city code concerning the Stillwater Regional Airport Authority, was adopted. The emergency clause was struck.
Ordinance 3425 (Land Development - 12th Avenue Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District)
00:54:00Ordinance 3425, repealing in its entirety Ordinance 3393 concerning the 12th Avenue Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District, was adopted.
Ordinance 3426 (Land Development - 12th Avenue Neighborhood Mixed-Use Overlay District)
00:55:00Ordinance 3426, repealing in its entirety Ordinance 3394 concerning the 12th Avenue Neighborhood Mixed-Use Overlay District, was adopted.
Upcoming Community Events
Wreaths Across America Day
Fair Lawn Cemetery, Stillwater, 11:00 AM. Honoring fallen soldiers with wreath-laying ceremonies.
Census Day
Stillwater's commitment to partnering with the US Census Bureau for a full and accurate count.
Ring in the Holidays Special Events
Santa visits, free carriage rides, tree decorating, concerts, and more across the city. Information available on the city's website and Facebook page.
Downtown Tree Lighting
Described as fantastic with hundreds of attendees.
Parade
Expected to be exciting.
Public Comments
One public comment was made by Jim McCallum regarding the medical marijuana dispensary at 106 West Elm Street, representing the real estate property owners.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Filing period for city elections starts December 12th and ends December 14th.
- General election for city council on February 9th, 2019.
- Runoff election for city council (if needed) on April 2nd, 2019.
Watch For
- Second reading of Ordinance 3427 regarding the Rural Water Advisory Board.
Announcements
- Water Resources Department completed 700 feet of water line on Country Club Road between 37th and 44th avenues, improving service reliability and water quality.
- New employees welcomed: Shane Kelley (Operations Entry Maintenance Worker), Jared Victor (Operations Entry Maintenance Worker), Julie Reeds (Animal Welfare Officer), Anthony Holloway (Waste Management Attendant), and James Few (Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic).
- The Transportation Department made 1095 street signs in the last fiscal year.
- Various job openings are posted on the city's website (Stillwater.org, employment quick link).
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: Wreaths Across America
Proclamation recognizing December 15, 2018, as Wreaths Across America Day in Stillwater, honoring fallen soldiers.
Proclamation: Census Day
Proclamation declaring Stillwater's commitment to partnering with the US Census Bureau for a full and accurate count for Census Day, April 1, 2020.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Comment: Specific Use Permit for Single-Family Structures (423, 424, 501, 505 South Gray Street and 514 South Pine Street)
Received public comment and discussed a request for a specific use permit to construct single-family structures in the RTM zoning district.
Public Comment: Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary (1103 South Perkins Road)
Received public comment and discussed a request for a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary.
Public Comment: Map Amendment and Annexation into Corridor Redevelopment Area (102, 106, 112, 114, 116, 122, 124 South Main Street)
Received public comment and discussed a request for a map amendment and annexation into the corridor redevelopment area for properties on South Main Street.
Public Comment: Specific Use Permit for Medical Marijuana Dispensary (106 West Elm Street)
Received public comment and discussed a request for a specific use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary at a mixed-use development.
Resolution CC-2018-25: Election Proclamation
A resolution authorizing the mayor to sign and issue an election proclamation for a general election and a runoff election if needed for city council seats 1 and 2.
Ordinance 3427 (First Reading): Rural Water Advisory Board
An ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Stillwater city code regarding the Rural Water Advisory Board's membership, quorum, officers, and meeting schedule.
Ordinance 3420 (Second Reading): Airport Operations
An ordinance related to airport operations, amending Chapter 8 of the Stillwater city code concerning the Stillwater Regional Airport Authority.
Ordinance 3425 (Second Reading): Land Development - 12th Avenue Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District
An ordinance repealing in its entirety Ordinance 3393, codified at Stillwater city code Chapter 23, Article 13, Division 4.
Ordinance 3426 (Second Reading): Land Development - 12th Avenue Neighborhood Mixed-Use Overlay District
An ordinance repealing in its entirety Ordinance 3394, codified at Stillwater city code Chapter 23, Article 13, Division 5.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from city staff and council members on various city activities and projects.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from Stillwater Utilities Authority staff and board members.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from Stillwater Economic Development Authority staff and board members.