Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting on May 15th, 2017, covered several key topics including proclamations, rezoning requests, and a significant discussion on the 12th Avenue land-use plan. The council approved rezoning requests for Sigma Phi Epsilon and Good Grove Companies, but tabled a specific use permit for Aspen Dental. A major point of contention was the proposed 12th Avenue land-use plan, which was ultimately remanded back to the Planning Commission for further refinement and community engagement.
Key Decisions & Votes
Rezoning for Sigma Phi Epsilon
00:27:00A request from Sigma Phi Epsilon for a map amendment to rezone property at 1121 West 4th Avenue from RTM to RMI was approved. This will allow them to demo and rebuild their fraternity house without needing variances for height.
Rezoning for Good Grove Companies Inc.
00:32:00A request from Good Grove Companies Inc. for a map amendment to rezone property at 702 South Chardo Avenue from MH to RTM was approved. This will facilitate infill redevelopment of a former mobile home park.
Specific Use Permit for Aspen Dental
00:39:00A request for a specific use permit for Aspen Dental at 2307 North Perkins Road was tabled until June 1st to allow staff to review architectural plans as required by a development agreement.
Closing of Permanent Easement and Right-of-Way
00:45:00A request for the closing of a permanent easement and right-of-way located at 1220 West 12th Avenue was approved. The easement was no longer needed after the 12th Avenue widening project.
12th Avenue Land-Use Plan and Land Development Code Amendments
01:21:00The proposed 12th Avenue land-use plan and land development code amendments were remanded to the Planning Commission. Staff was instructed to work with the neighborhood to narrow the scope of the mixed-use area and expand the conservation district.
Rezoning for 823 West 11th Avenue
01:36:00A request for a map amendment for property at 823 West 11th Avenue from RFS to O (Office) district was approved. This will allow for the expansion of a food service enterprise on the property.
Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2017-18
01:54:00Resolution CC-2017-10, adopting the operating budget for the fiscal year 2017-18, was approved.
Ordinance 3364
01:55:00Ordinance number 3364, closing a portion of a general utility easement at 1201 West 6th Avenue, was adopted on second reading.
Ordinance 3365
01:56:00Ordinance number 3365, closing the North 112 meters right-of-way at Duncan Street, was adopted on second reading.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Operating Budget
02:02:00Resolution SUA 2017-5, adopting the operating budget for the Stillwater Utilities Authority for fiscal year 2017-18, was approved.
Stillwater Public Works Authority Operating Budget
02:04:00Resolution FPWA 17-01, adopting the operating budget for the Stillwater Public Works Authority for fiscal year 2017-18, was approved.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Operating Budget
02:06:00Resolution SEDA 17-1, adopting the operating budget for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority for fiscal year 2017-18, was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Public Works Week
Includes 'Touch a Truck' program at elementary schools and other activities to showcase public works operations.
Friday Food Trucks and Tunes
Downtown on 7th between Main and Husband, starting at 5:30 PM, featuring live entertainment from Aaron Woods Band.
Stillwater Public Library Summer Reading Programs Registration
Registration is open for children, teens, and adults. More information at library.Stillwater.org.
Financial Matters
City Operating Budget
The operating budget for the fiscal year 2017-18 was adopted.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Operating Budget
The operating budget for the Stillwater Utilities Authority for fiscal year 2017-18 was adopted.
Stillwater Public Works Authority Operating Budget
The operating budget for the Stillwater Public Works Authority for fiscal year 2017-18 was adopted.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Operating Budget
The operating budget for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority for fiscal year 2017-18 was adopted.
Public Comments
Several residents spoke regarding the 12th Avenue land-use plan, expressing concerns about the proposed mixed-use overlay being too broad and potentially changing the residential character of the neighborhood. They advocated for maintaining current zoning or allowing more time for community input to refine the plan, particularly regarding duplexes in conservation areas and the extent of commercial uses.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Specific Use Permit for Aspen Dental (CC-17-79) until June 1st
Deadlines
- Stillwater offices closed on Monday, May 29th for Memorial Day
- Suddenlink digital box requirement by Tuesday night, May 23rd
Watch For
- Further discussion and refinement of the 12th Avenue land-use plan by the Planning Commission and staff with neighborhood input
- Resolution of outstanding zoning requests in the 12th Avenue area
- Switch back to chloramines for water disinfection on Monday, May 22nd
- Completion of Water 2040 Package B by January 2019
Announcements
- Proclamation for Stillwater High School Bowling Championship Day on May 15, 2017.
- Proclamation for Public Works Week from May 21st to 27th, 2017.
- Recognition of Rhodes Scholar certificate recipients from OSU's Center for Local Government Technology.
- Presentation of the first annual Stillwater Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year award to Inspector Greg Miller.
- City will switch back to chloramines for water disinfection on Monday, May 22nd.
- Suddenlink customers need digital boxes by Tuesday night, May 23rd, to continue receiving TV service; assistance available at Radford Plaza.
- Most city offices will be closed on Monday, May 29th, for Memorial Day; trash and recycling will be collected, but not yard waste.
- 44th Avenue water tower pedestal is 92 feet tall, part of the Water 2040 program.
- Registration for Stillwater Public Library summer reading programs is open for all ages.
Agenda Summary
Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Lana Smith, a fourth-grader from Sangre Ridge Elementary.
Proclamation: Stillwater High School Bowling Championship Day
Recognizing the Stillwater High School bowling team for winning the state championship.
Proclamation: Public Works Week
Proclaiming May 21st-27th, 2017, as Public Works Week in Stillwater.
Rhodes Scholar Certificate Presentations
Recognizing three Stillwater city employees for completing the Rhodes Scholar program through OSU's Center for Local Government Technology.
Kiwanis Club Officer of the Year Award
Presentation of the first annual Stillwater Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year award to Inspector Greg Miller.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
CC-17-78: Map Amendment for Sigma Phi Epsilon
Request to rezone property at 1121 West 4th Avenue from RTM to RMI.
CC-17-77: Map Amendment for Good Grove Companies Inc.
Request to rezone property at 702 South Chardo Avenue from MH to RTM.
CC-17-79: Specific Use Permit for Aspen Dental
Request for a specific use permit for a dental office at 2307 North Perkins Road.
CC-17-75: Closing of Permanent Easement and Right-of-Way
Request for closing an easement and right-of-way at 1220 West 12th Avenue.
CC-17-76: Proposed 12th Avenue Land-Use Plan and Land Development Code Amendments
Discussion and public comment regarding the proposed land-use plan for the 12th Avenue area.
CC-17-73: Map Amendment for 823 West 11th Avenue
Request to rezone property at 823 West 11th Avenue from RFS to O (Office) district.
General Orders: Clarification on 40 PSI Water Pressure Requirement
Discussion regarding the application of the 40 PSI minimum water pressure requirement, particularly in the Southwest Zone and for new vs. existing connections.
CC-2017-10: Resolution Adopting Operating Budget for FY 2017-18
Adoption of the city's operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
Ordinance 3364: Closing Utility Easement at 1201 West 6th Avenue
Second reading and adoption of an ordinance to close a utility easement.
Ordinance 3365: Closing Right-of-Way at Duncan Street
Second reading and adoption of an ordinance to close a portion of right-of-way at Duncan Street.
SUA 2017-5: Stillwater Utilities Authority Operating Budget
Adoption of the Stillwater Utilities Authority's operating budget for FY 2017-18.
FPWA 17-01: Stillwater Public Works Authority Operating Budget
Adoption of the Stillwater Public Works Authority's operating budget for FY 2017-18.
SEDA 17-1: Stillwater Economic Development Authority Operating Budget
Adoption of the Stillwater Economic Development Authority's operating budget for FY 2017-18.