Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held a regular meeting on October 2nd, 2017, where they discussed and made decisions on several key issues. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a public hearing regarding the 12th Avenue land-use plan, which involved extensive community input and resulted in a modified proposal for overlay districts. Additionally, the council addressed resolutions concerning unmanned aircraft systems, banking documents, and property acquisition for a water transmission line, along with various ordinance readings and an annual report from Visit Stillwater.
Key Decisions & Votes
12th Avenue Land-Use Plan Amendment
01:06:00The City Council approved the Planning Commission's recommendation for the 12th Avenue land-use plan, including the neighborhood option with additional identified properties (1124 Adams and the south half of 1220 12th Street) to be included in the mixed-use overlay. This also directed staff to begin the process of applying the conservation and mixed-use overlays to an expanded area outside the current study area.
Prohibition of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) during Public Events
01:07:00Resolution CC-2017-16 was adopted, prohibiting the flying of UAS during the Homecoming walk-around and parade on October 13 and 14, 2017.
Depository Banks Authorization
01:07:50Resolution CC-2017-17 and SUA-2017-7 was adopted, authorizing the city manager and general manager to execute documents pertaining to depository banks, specifically regarding Patriot Bank's acquisition by Equity Bankshares Inc.
Acquisition of Real Property for Water Transmission Line
01:08:50Resolution CC-2017-18 was adopted, declaring the public necessity for acquiring ownership to real property and permanent contemporary easements for the construction of a water transmission line in the southwest area of Stillwater for the 56th Avenue water tower distribution zone.
Stillwater Energy Center Project Professional Services Agreement Amendment
01:16:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority authorized an amendment to the Stillwater Energy Center project professional services agreement with Burns & McDonnell for engineering, procurement, and construction management services for transmission system modifications, in the amount of $333,700.
Upcoming Community Events
Fire Prevention Week
Stillwater Fire Department will be visiting grade schools to educate on fire prevention and home fire escape plans.
Public Power Week
Recognizing Stillwater Electric Utility for its contributions to the community and educating on the benefits of public power.
OverDrive Digital Bookmobile
Perkins Road Walmart, 12 PM - 6 PM. Stillwater Public Library librarians will help with free ebook and audiobook services, offer library cards, and prizes.
Mummy and Sundance
Check Stillwater.org for details.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
Check Stillwater.org for details.
Halloween Festival
Check Stillwater.org for details.
National Walk to School Day
Urging participation for Stillwater public school students. Singer Ridge School District meeting at Babcock Park, Westwoods meeting at Stillwater Medical Center.
Financial Matters
FAA Grant for Airport
Grant from the US Department of Transportation for Stillwater Regional Airport to repair parallel taxiway D.
Stillwater Energy Center Project Amendment
Amendment to professional services agreement with Burns & McDonnell for engineering, procurement, and construction management services for transmission system modifications.
Electric RSF Expenditures
Authorized expenditures from the electric RSF for the Stillwater Energy Center Project amendment.
Visit Stillwater Grants
Grants provided by Visit Stillwater in fiscal year 2017, translating to over $8 million in direct visitor spending.
Hotel Room Tax Increase
Nine percent increase in hotel room tax for the last fiscal year.
Marketing Assistance for Regional Air Service
Provided by Visit Stillwater since August 23rd of last year to promote regional air service.
State and Local Taxes from Tourism
Generated in Payne County last fiscal year, equivalent to about $388 per Payne County household.
Public Comments
Public comments primarily focused on the 12th Avenue land-use plan. Speakers expressed concerns about property values, traffic congestion, the balance between residential preservation and commercial development, and the scope of the proposed overlay districts. Some advocated for the neighborhood's original proposal, while others highlighted the need for commercial growth to support the expanding hospital area.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Community input on infrastructure projects for general obligation bond through November
Watch For
- Ordinance reflecting 12th Avenue land-use plan changes in a couple of weeks
- Second set of ordinances to apply overlay districts to properties
- Additional hearings for expanded overlay areas
- Changes to the general obligation bond survey with more options
Announcements
- Paul Pregel's appointed as Assistant Director for Stillwater Regional Airport.
- Stillwater Regional Airport received a $4.5 million FAA grant for taxiway D repair.
- Early morning flights resumed at Stillwater Regional Airport, with ridership over 4,500 in September.
- Wings of Hope sidewalk at the airport will be extended along the south side of Airport Road to Kameoka Trail and Boomer Lake Park, funded by CDBG and city matched funds.
Agenda Summary
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Regular meeting called to order, Pledge of Allegiance led by Marshall Neil More, Sparky, and Taylor Stanley.
Proclamation: Fire Prevention Week
Proclamation read by Vice Mayor Pat Darlington for Fire Prevention Week, October 8th-14th, 2017.
Proclamation: Public Power Week
Proclamation read for Public Power Week, October 1st-7th, 2017, recognizing Stillwater Electric Utility.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine items on the consent docket, with item H pulled.
Public Comment on Agenda Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearings
No speakers for public comment.
Public Hearing: 12th Avenue Land-Use Plan (CC-17-143)
Receive public comment and consider amendment to the city's comprehensive plan and land development code for the 12th Avenue area.
Resolution CC-2017-16: Prohibiting UAS during Public Events
Resolution prohibiting the flying of unmanned aircraft systems during certain public events on October 13 and 14, 2017.
Resolution CC-2017-17 & SUA-2017-7: Depository Banks
Resolution authorizing the city manager and general manager to execute documents pertaining to depository banks, specifically regarding Patriot Bank.
Resolution CC-2017-18: Real Property Acquisition for Water Transmission Line
Resolution declaring public necessity for acquiring ownership to real property and easements for a water transmission line in the southwest area of Stillwater.
Ordinance 3386 (First Reading): Rezoning 316 South Knob Street
Rezoning property from P public district to O office district.
Ordinance 3387 (First Reading): Rezoning 1005 South Duncan Street
Rezoning property from RT residential two-family district to RTM residential two-family and multi-family district.
Ordinance 3384 (Second Reading): Amending Stillwater City Code - Motor Vehicles and Traffic
Amending Chapter 29 regarding stopping, standing, parking, prohibited places, violations, hazardous parking, and overtime parking.
Ordinance 3385 (Second Reading): Rezoning 1121 Southwestern Road
Rezoning property from RSS small lot single-family residential district to O office district.
Reports from Officers and Boards
City Manager and Assistant City Manager provided reports and announcements.
Appointments
Appointment of a City Council member to the Audit Committee.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
SUA 17-33: Amendment to Stillwater Energy Center Project Professional Services Agreement
Authorization to execute an amendment with Burns & McDonnell for transmission system modifications.
Resolution SUA 2017-7: Depository Banks
Resolution authorizing the general manager to execute documents pertaining to depository banks (second vote for SUA).
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine items for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority 2017 Annual Report
Presentation of the 2017 annual report by Visit Stillwater.