Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its December 7th meeting, addressing several key items including a resolution of support for a new affordable housing development and the annual report from the Multi-Arts Center. The council also opened a public comment period for the NPDES Phase 2 permit and approved resolutions for upcoming city elections and a water distribution project.
Key Decisions & Votes
Resolution in Support of Housing Tax Credit Application
01:00:00The council approved a resolution supporting Herman and Kidal Properties Inc.'s application for housing tax credits to develop 40 single-family homes at 223 Southbury Street, aimed at providing affordable housing with a path to homeownership.
Election Proclamation
00:50:00A resolution was approved authorizing the mayor to sign an election proclamation for primary and general elections in the city, with filing dates for City Council seats set for December 14-16.
Water 2040 Project Environmental Impacts Certification
00:55:00The council certified that a public hearing was conducted on December 2, 2015, to receive comments on the potential environmental impacts of the Stillwater Utilities Authority's proposed Water 2040 water distribution and storage projects.
Charter Review Committee Appointments
01:10:00The council approved the nominations of Kevin Clark, Tammy Mix, Denise Weaver, Jim Beckstrom, and Jeremy Bales to the Charter Review Committee for a limited review of the city charter.
Stillwater Medical Center Trust Board Reappointments
01:12:00Calvin Anthony and Lou Barto were reappointed for another term on the Stillwater Medical Center Trust Board.
Upcoming Community Events
Martin Luther King Celebration Choir Practice
Practices at Mount Zion at 9th and Knobloch from 7 PM to 8 PM for the January 18th celebration.
Breakfast with Santa
9 AM to 11 AM at the Community Center. Tickets are $3 per person and include pancakes and photos with Santa.
Recycle Week
Residents are encouraged to put out their glass for curbside recycling.
Public Comments
Brenda Haddad, Development Director for Herman and Kidal Properties, spoke in favor of a resolution supporting their tax credit application for a 40-unit single-family affordable housing development. She highlighted the program's goal of allowing tenants to purchase their homes after 15 years.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- City Council filing dates: December 14-16
- Stillwater Arts Festival applications: January 31st
Watch For
- Public hearing and approval of the NPDES Phase 2 permit in January
- Oklahoma Arts Council conference in Stillwater around October 23rd
Announcements
- Public parking in downtown Stillwater, campus corner, and the strip on Washington Street is timed (30 minutes to 3 hours, M-F, 9 AM-5 PM). Overtime parking citations can be validated at over 200 businesses.
- Removing chalk marks from tires used for parking enforcement will result in a $549 fine.
- Captain Kyle Gibbs thanked the community for their response during the October 24th tragedy, commending their leadership and compassion.
- Rural residents can renew fire service contracts for 2016.
- The 39th annual Stillwater Arts Festival is inviting artists to apply; applications are open until January 31st via Zapplication.com.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Comment on Agenda Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing
Opportunity for citizens to comment on non-public hearing agenda items.
Multi-Arts Annual Report
Presentation of the annual report by the Executive Director for Multi-Arts, including updates on programs, finances, and future plans.
Public Notification of NPDES Phase 2 Requirements and Public Comment Period
Opening of the public comment period for the NPDES Phase 2 2015-2020 draft permit for stormwater discharge best management practices.
Resolution CC-S-15-24: Election Proclamation
Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign and issue an election proclamation for primary and general elections in the city.
Resolution CC-S-15-25: Water 2040 Project Environmental Impacts Certification
Resolution certifying that a public hearing was conducted on December 2, 2015, to receive comment on potential environmental impacts of the Stillwater Utilities Authority's proposed Water 2040 water distribution and storage projects.
Resolution CC-S-15-26: Support for Housing Tax Credit Application
Resolution in support of a housing tax credit application by Herman and Kidal Properties Inc. for the development of single-family housing at 223 Southbury Street.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates and reports from city officers and board members.
Appointments: Charter Review Committee
Appointment of members to the Charter Review Committee for a limited review of the city charter.
Appointments: Stillwater Medical Center Trust Board
Reappointment of Calvin Anthony and Lou Barto to the Stillwater Medical Center Trust Board.
Executive Session
Confidential communication regarding workers' compensation claims and the employment of the interim city manager.