Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its January 5th, 2015 meeting, where they approved several ordinances including zoning changes and the environmental review for the CDBG 2014 Grant. A significant discussion involved the first reading of an ordinance for the 25-year franchise renewal for Oklahoma Natural Gas, which will be put to a public vote. The council also proclaimed January 28th, 2015, as Kids Kick Obesity Day.
Key Decisions & Votes
Environmental Review for CDBG 2014 Grant
06:00The council approved the environmental review process for the CDBG 2014 Grant, specifically for the Hall and Lee Streets drainage channel project, allowing for the release of funds and project commencement.
First Reading of Oklahoma Natural Gas Franchise Renewal Ordinance
07:50Ordinance 3293, granting a 25-year non-exclusive franchise to One Gas Inc. (Oklahoma Natural Gas Company Division), was approved for its first reading. The full ordinance and a resolution for an election will be presented on January 22nd for a public vote on April 7th.
Closing Utility Easement at 711 West 4th Avenue and 402 South Hester Street
13:00Ordinance 3288, closing a utility easement at the specified properties, was approved on its second reading.
Rezoning Lake View Ridge Edition
13:50Ordinance 3289, rezoning sections of the Lake View Ridge Edition from RTM (two-family and multi-family residential) to RSS (small lot single-family residential), was approved.
Rezoning 2123 West 12th Avenue
14:40Ordinance 3290, rezoning land at 2123 West 12th Avenue from RSS and agriculture to RSS, was approved.
Rezoning 101 North Jardo Road
15:30Ordinance 3291, rezoning land at 101 North Jardo Road from RSS and agriculture to RSS, was approved.
Rezoning 202 South Brush Creek Road
16:20Ordinance 3292, rezoning land at 202 South Brush Creek Road from RSS to agriculture, was approved.
Upcoming Community Events
Kids Kick Obesity Day
Stillwater, Oklahoma. Promotes exercise and healthy eating habits for young people, with schools competing in exercise points.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- April 7th: Election for Oklahoma Natural Gas franchise renewal
Watch For
- Discussion on drilling issues next to neighborhoods, with potential ordinances to be presented by January 22nd.
- Quality of Life Committee resolution discussion at the study session on January 26th.
- Stillwater Economic Development Authority (SEDA) meeting later in the month.
Announcements
- Councilor Noble will be on radio KSPi 780 AM at 8:15 AM tomorrow (January 6th).
- Councilor Noble will be on Triple Play at 7:30 AM on Wednesday (January 7th).
- Chief Bradley and Councilor Noble will be on TV31 on Wednesday morning to discuss fire department matters.
- Stillwater Economic Development Authority (SEDA) meeting for this evening is canceled.
- Stillwater Utility Authority meeting for this evening is canceled.
Agenda Summary
Pledge of Allegiance
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Kids Kick Obesity Day 2015 Proclamation
Proclamation of January 28th, 2015, as Kids Kick Obesity Day, promoting healthy living for youth.
Consent Docket (Items A-C)
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Hearing: Environmental Review and Assessment Request for 2014 CDBG Small State Cities Project
Receive public comment and consider approval of the environmental review process for the CDBG 2014 Grant for the Hall and Lee Streets drainage channel project.
Ordinance 3293 (First Reading): Oklahoma Natural Gas Franchise Renewal
First reading of an ordinance granting a 25-year non-exclusive franchise to One Gas Inc. (Oklahoma Natural Gas Company Division). This will proceed to a public election.
Ordinance 3288 (Second Reading): Closing Utility Easement
Second reading of an ordinance closing a utility easement at 711 West 4th Avenue and 402 South Hester Street.
Ordinance 3289: Rezoning Lake View Ridge Edition
Rezoning sections of the Lake View Ridge Edition from RTM to RSS.
Ordinance 3290: Rezoning 2123 West 12th Avenue
Rezoning land at 2123 West 12th Avenue from RSS and agriculture to RSS.
Ordinance 3291: Rezoning 101 North Jardo Road
Rezoning land at 101 North Jardo Road from RSS and agriculture to RSS.
Ordinance 3292: Rezoning 202 South Brush Creek Road
Rezoning land at 202 South Brush Creek Road from RSS to agriculture.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Updates from city staff and council members, including discussion on drilling issues and upcoming meetings.
Adjournment
Formal end of the meeting.