Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its April 2nd meeting, which included several proclamations, approval of a specific use permit for the Seville Center, and the closing of a portion of Wicklow Street right-of-way. A resolution supporting Oklahoma Senate Bill 337, concerning sales tax collection from internet retailers, was also adopted. The meeting concluded with various reports and announcements, and a farewell to Mayor Gina Noble.
Key Decisions & Votes
Specific Use Permit for Seville Center
09:50:00A specific use permit was approved for the enlargement of the parking lot at 1523 West 9th Avenue and 902 South Pine Street for the Seville Center, allowing them to expand their facility.
Closing of Wicklow Street Right-of-Way
14:10:00A request for the closing of a portion of the right-of-way of Wicklow Street at 701 South Wicklow Street was approved, with proper easements to be dedicated for existing utilities.
Resolution in Support of Oklahoma Senate Bill 337
19:00:00Resolution CC 18-4, supporting Oklahoma Senate Bill 337 to improve the collection of use taxes from out-of-state internet and direct marketers, was adopted.
Ordinance 3396 - Land Development Code Amendments
21:50:00Ordinance 3396, amending Stillwater city code chapter 23 related to land development and corridor redevelopment area planning, was advanced to its second reading.
Ordinance 3400 - Public Utility Easement Closing
22:40:00Ordinance 3400, closing a public utility easement located near North Lincoln Street and West McElroy Road, was advanced to its second reading, with an amendment to remove the emergency clause.
Reappointment to Public Housing Authority Board
28:00:00Sue Bonner was reappointed to the Public Housing Authority Board, extending her term.
Upcoming Community Events
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Proclaimed by Mayor Gina Noble to promote awareness and prevent sexual violence.
Fair Housing Month
Proclaimed by Mayor Gina Noble, recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Law.
Glenn Reading Day
Proclaimed by Mayor Gina Noble in honor of Glenn Reading Jr.'s 40 years of service in public housing.
12th Avenue Public Input Meeting
Stillwater Community Center Room 121, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM, to discuss neighborhood conservation and mixed-use overlay districts.
Financial Matters
Sales Tax Apportionment
Decreased by 3.88% compared to last year for March, but year-to-date is up by 1.05%.
Use Tax
Increased by 86.8% in March 2018 compared to March 2017, helping to offset sales tax shortfall.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Consent Docket Item A (postponed until next week)
Watch For
- Second reading of Ordinance 3396 (land development code amendments)
- Second reading of Ordinance 3400 (public utility easement closing)
Announcements
- Stillwater Operations Department achieved 100% coaching effectiveness score in vehicle monitoring system.
- New employees welcomed: Cammie Coons (Finance Operations Manager), Joe Spychalski (Operations Management Maintenance Worker), Gena Koston (Airport Maintenance Worker), and Ginger Gripe (Finance Reporting and Compliance Manager).
- Stillwater recyclers reduced unrecyclable items in carts by 24%, now trending near the national average of 20%.
Agenda Summary
Proclamations
Proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Fair Housing Month, and Glenn Reading Day.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine items on the consent docket, with one item removed for postponement.
Public Hearing: Specific Use Permit for Seville Center (CC-18-29)
Request for enlargement of parking lot at 1523 West 9th Avenue and 902 South Pine Street.
Public Hearing: Closing of Wicklow Street Right-of-Way (CC-18-30)
Request for closing a portion of the right-of-way at 701 South Wicklow Street.
Resolution CC 18-4
Resolution in support of Oklahoma Senate Bill 337 regarding sales tax collection from internet retailers.
Ordinance 3396 (First Reading)
An ordinance related to land development, amending Stillwater city code chapter 23, article 25.
Ordinance 3400 (First Reading)
An ordinance closing a public utility easement near North Lincoln Street and West McElroy Road.
Reports from Officers and Board
Updates from City Attorney, City Manager, Vice Mayor, and Councilors.
Appointments: Public Housing Authority Board
Reappointment of Sue Bonner to the Public Housing Authority Board.
Executive Session
Discussion of labor negotiations with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge number 102 and International Association of Firefighters local number 2095.