Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved the consent docket and a resolution amending the Development Services Department's rate and fee structure. Discussions included updates on the electric utility distribution automation project and challenges in the recycling market. The council also appointed four community members to the Stillwater Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket
The consent docket was approved with a vote of 4 to 0.
Resolution CC-2018-18: Amending Development Services Department Rate and Fee Structure
Resolution CC-2018-18, which amends the city's Development Services Department rate and fee structure, was adopted with a vote of 4 to 0.
Appointments to Stillwater Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee
Four community members (Jeremy Bale, John Killam, Susan Arrington, and Mark Blakeman) were nominated and approved for two-year terms on the Stillwater Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee. Three additional representatives from taxing jurisdictions will also be appointed.
Upcoming Community Events
Storm Drain Decal Gluing
Volunteers to meet at Stillwater Public Library at 10:00 AM to glue decals on storm drains, reminding people not to dump toxic chemicals, dirt, or grass clippings.
Fall Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Held at the convenience collection center for free and proper disposal of items like oil-based paints, pesticides, and cleaning products.
Friday Food Trucks and Tunes
From 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM in downtown Stillwater. This is a makeup event for the postponed September 21st event.
Fire Prevention Week
The Stillwater Fire Department will be conducting educational activities at elementary schools and daycares, including a poster contest with a fire truck ride as a prize for winners. The theme is 'Look, Listen, and Learn'.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Waste management rate study results later in the year
- Further updates on recycling challenges and potential solutions
- Projects to be reviewed by the Stillwater Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee
Announcements
- Update on the electric utility distribution automation project: crews are improving network connectivity and deploying controllers in the northeast part of town to enhance reliability and efficiency.
- Challenges in the recycling market due to China's 'green fence law' and lack of market for many recyclables; a waste management rate study is underway to determine future strategies.
- Welcome to new city employees: Merle Pierce Jr. (Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic), Anthony Rocio (Operations Entry Maintenance Worker), and Matthew Sample (Operations Entry Maintenance Worker).
- Information on city and commercial projects is available at Stillwater.org/projects.
- The Stillwater Fire Department conducts over 1600 business inspections annually for fire prevention and familiarization.
Agenda Summary
Item 3: Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Item 6: Resolution CC-2018-18
A resolution amending the city of Stillwater Development Services Department rate and fee structure.
Item 7: Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates on electric utility distribution automation project, recycling challenges, and new city employees.
Item 9: Appointments to the Stillwater Reinvestment Plan Implementation Policy Committee
Discussion and appointment of community members to the new committee.