Meeting Summary
The City Council meeting included a proclamation honoring Beth Verna for her work with Missoula Children's Theatre and another honoring Gerald Bradshaw for his community contributions. Key decisions involved rezoning requests for properties on South Husband Place and West Sixth Avenue, both of which were approved. The Stillwater Economic Development Authority also received an update on economic development activities, highlighting high RFP activity and business retention efforts.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment to rezone 1205 South Husband Place
00:20:00A request to rezone 1205 South Husband Place from commercial general to two-family residential within the Business Improvement District overlay was approved. This allows for the construction of a duplex to align with the surrounding residential neighborhood.
Map Amendment to rezone 2224 West Sixth Avenue
00:29:00A request to rezone 2224 West Sixth Avenue from residential small lot single-family to public district was approved. This property, recently donated to the city, will be used for a welcome sign, and the rezoning also removes it from the Westwood overlay district.
Resolution for permanent and temporary easements for pedestrian bridge and sidewalk
00:34:00A resolution was adopted declaring public necessity for acquiring permanent and temporary easements on a tract of land for relocating utilities to allow construction of a pedestrian bridge and sidewalk along Washington Street and Airport Road North. This is due to an inability to acquire title through negotiation.
Ordinance amending alcoholic beverages chapter
00:37:00Ordinance number 3378, amending chapter three of alcoholic beverages regarding drinking in public and consumption of low-point beer, was adopted on its second reading. This serves as a placeholder until new state laws take effect next October.
Upcoming Community Events
Missoula Children's Theatre performances
Performances scheduled for 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM. Ticket sales will support future programs.
Gerald Bradshaw Day Reception
Starting at 6:00 PM at the Stillwater Community Center dining and event hall. Everyone is invited.
Pooches in the Pool
Admission is free for pet owners, $3 per dog (limit two per owner). Registration forms online at Stillwater.org. Last swim for human patrons is 5:00 PM before the event.
Financial Matters
Grant for online library center
Congratulations were extended for securing a grant for the online library center and materials, expanding library resources through technology.
K9 Officer Replacement Fundraising
Following the loss of K9 officer Xena, community fundraising efforts and an anonymous donor covered the cost of a new dog. Remaining donations will go into a dedicated fund for K9 operations.
SBIR Grant for X-Blow Safe
X-Blow Safe, a company from Meridian tech incubators, won a $1 million SBIR grant over two years for research, with plans for expansion.
Public Comments
One public comment was made regarding the rezoning request for 1205 South Husband Place. The speaker, Joanne Muir, inquired about rezoning her own property (Rebecca Odd Fellow Lodge at 1310 South Main) from commercial to residential due to high bills, but her comment was not directly related to the agenda item.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- New alcohol laws go into effect next October, requiring a vastly expanded alcohol ordinance to be considered.
Watch For
- Completion of the new West Highway 51 booster pump station and 24-inch water transmission line this month.
- Demolition of the old below-ground pump station next month.
- Construction of the next water 2040 projects (pump station and water line) adjacent to the range tower at 19th and Range Road.
- Completion of the CDBG project for an ADA compliant sidewalk along Airport Road from Wings of Hope to a public bus stop this fall.
- Stillwater Economic Development Authority's industrial park dirt moving soon.
- Partnership for BID number two between the Chamber, downtown Merchants group, and Visit Stillwater.
- Stillwater Chamber of Commerce website redesign and microsite launch for economic development.
- Compilation of data from 'Crazy Days' for future events like 'Jingle Bells' and the downtown ice rink.
- Launch of a standalone website and survey for entrepreneurial infrastructure in Stillwater.
Announcements
- The new West Highway 51 booster pump station and 24-inch water transmission line will be completed this month. The old below-ground station will be demolished next month. The next water 2040 projects are a pump station and water line to be constructed adjacent to the range tower at 19th and Range Road, running to the new 44th Avenue water tower. Updates are available at Stillwater.org.
- The 2016 CDBG project, which will create an ADA compliant sidewalk along Airport Road from the Wings of Hope Family Crisis Services toward a public bus stop, was awarded last month and should be completed this fall. Questions or suggestions for the next CDBG project can be emailed to grants coordinator Valerie Silvers.
- The fifth annual Pooches in the Pool event will take place this Sunday. Admission is free for pet owners, and the cost is $3 per dog with a limit of two dogs per owner. Registration forms are available online at Stillwater.org. The last swim for human patrons is at 5:00 PM just before the event.
- Traffic in Stillwater has significantly increased since Friday, with many new cars due to students returning. Drivers are advised to be especially careful.
Agenda Summary
Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Mr. McNichol.
Proclamation and Presentation for Beth Verna
Honoring Beth Verna for her instrumental role in bringing Missoula Children's Theatre to the community.
Proclamation for Gerald Bradshaw Day
Proclaiming August 7th, 2017, as Gerald Bradshaw Day in Stillwater, recognizing his lifetime contributions to the community.
Consent Docket
Approval of various routine items on the consent docket.
Public Comment on Agenda Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing
No one signed up to speak on these items.
Public Hearing: Map Amendment to rezone 1205 South Husband Place
Request to rezone from commercial general to two-family residential within the Business Improvement District overlay (CC-17-114).
Public Hearing: Map Amendment to rezone 2224 West Sixth Avenue
Request to rezone from residential small lot single-family to public district (CC-17-115).
Resolution Declaring Public Necessity for Easements
Resolution CC-2017-12 for acquiring permanent and temporary easements for utility relocation and pedestrian bridge/sidewalk construction along Washington Street and Airport Road North.
Ordinance 3378: Amending Alcoholic Beverages Chapter
Second reading of an ordinance amending chapter three, article one, section 3-15 (drinking in public) and article four, section 3-92 (consumption of low-point beer in public places).
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from Mr. Doorman and Mr. McNichol, including news about K9 officer replacement.
Council Announcements
Announcements regarding city projects, community events, and traffic.
Adjournment of City Council Meeting
Motion to adjourn the City Council meeting.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - Consent Docket
Approval of the consent docket for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - General Counsel Comments
No comments from general counsel.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - Trustees Comments
No comments from trustees.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - Adjournment
Motion to adjourn the Stillwater Utilities Authority meeting.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Meeting - Consent Docket
Approval of the consent docket for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Meeting - Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Economic Development Report
Presentation by Justin images on economic development activities, including RFP activity, business retention, industrial park progress, and future initiatives.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Meeting - General Counsel Comments
No comments from general counsel.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Meeting - Trustees Comments
No comments from trustees.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Meeting - Adjournment
Motion to adjourn the Stillwater Economic Development Authority meeting.