Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting on July 17th saw the adoption of the Sparks concept plan for Block 34 and the establishment of an ad hoc task force to further develop it. Public concerns were raised regarding a proposed rezoning for the Stillwater Medical Center, specifically about potential drainage issues, traffic, and environmental impacts. The council also recognized several city achievements and upcoming community events.
Key Decisions & Votes
Block 34 Conceptual Plan Adoption
00:41:00The City Council adopted the Sparks conceptual plan for Block 34 as a starting point for development, with the understanding that an ad hoc task force would have latitude to make changes and recommendations.
Creation of Block 34 Implementation Task Force
00:41:00A resolution was approved to create an ad hoc task force for Block 34, with each council member nominating three individuals. This task force will be responsible for developing a final site plan and making recommendations to the City Council.
Utility Easement Closure (21402 North Hightower Street)
00:27:00A request to close a 20-foot utility easement at 21402 North Hightower Street was approved, as there were no utilities present in the easement and staff recommended approval.
Postponement of Rezoning Request (800-1200 Stanley Street & 15th Street)
00:48:00A second reading for a rezoning request from residential to planned unit development for properties on Stanley Street and 15th Street was postponed to allow for discussion with the Stillwater Medical Center regarding public concerns.
Upcoming Community Events
Cool Classic Summer Concert Series
Performances on Fridays at 7:30 PM, free to the public, funded by the Oklahoma Arts Council.
Boomer Blast
The Chickasaw Boomer Blast was a success, despite being postponed due to weather. City staff, volunteers, and attendees were thanked.
Public Comments
Carla Granrose expressed significant concerns regarding a proposed rezoning by the Stillwater Medical Center for a parking lot. Her concerns included potential health hazards from demolition (lead paint, asbestos), increased drainage issues affecting residential areas, increased traffic from 18-wheelers, potential impact on water pressure, and the hospital's history as a neighbor.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Water item (Item B from consent docket)
- Planning item (Item C from consent docket)
- Second reading for rezoning request for 800-1200 Stanley Street and 15th Street
Watch For
- Stillwater Medical Center discussion regarding rezoning concerns
- Block 34 Task Force recommendations
- Museum Center Gallery exhibit: 'How Dry Was That: The Prohibition of Stillwater'
Announcements
- Russell Beatty of Olson Associates presented two awards for the Western Road and Hall of Fame project: an American Concrete Pavement Association Award and an American Council of Engineering Consultants National Award, highlighting teamwork between the city, ODOT, and OSU.
- The Stillwater Museum's quarterly report highlighted over 1,500 visitors in 23 days in April and 1,058 attendees at events in the auditorium.
- City Manager thanked staff for their quick response to a significant electrical outage and a major water transmission line leak, both of which were resolved with minimal disruption to citizens.
Agenda Summary
Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Sonny Cooper, a third-grader from Richmond Elementary School.
Presentations by Russell Beatty, Olson Associates
Presentation of two awards for the Western Road and Hall of Fame project.
Purple Heart Award Presentation
Scheduled presentation, but no one was present to receive it.
Consent Docket (excluding Item I)
Routine administrative items.
Item I: Stillwater Museum Quarterly Report
Removed from consent docket for discussion and recognition of the museum's achievements and new director.
Public Comment on Agenda Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing
Carla Granrose spoke regarding concerns about a proposed rezoning for the Stillwater Medical Center.
Public Input regarding a request to close 20-foot utility easement on property address 21402 North Hightower Street (CC-17-106)
Request to close a utility easement with no existing utilities.
Postponement of Item B (Water item) and Item C (Planning item)
Postponed to August 21st to reconcile regulatory issues and find appropriate placement.
Discussion and possible action regarding the proposed Block 34 conceptual plans
Discussion and vote on adopting the Sparks conceptual plan and creating an implementation task force.
Second Reading for Ordinance 4020 (Rezoning 800-1200 Stanley Street and 15th Street)
Rezoning from residential to planned unit development.
Executive Session
Discussion regarding pending litigation.