Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting on October 20, 2014, began with a Pledge of Allegiance led by local students and a special recognition of Stillwater's 125th anniversary, featuring six former mayors. Key discussions included a presentation on 'Complete Streets' to inform future policy development and the authorization of a Request for Proposals for a significant downtown development project. The Utility Authority approved a professional service agreement for a cost of service study, and two ordinances were passed on second reading.
Key Decisions & Votes
Community Planning Month Proclamation
09:00The month of October was proclaimed as Community Planning Month in the City of Stillwater, recognizing the valuable contributions of professional planners and planning commissioners.
Stillwater 125th Anniversary Proclamation
13:00The City of Stillwater's 125th anniversary was honored and congratulated, with a proclamation read by current and former mayors highlighting the city's rich history and accomplishments.
Consent Docket Approval (City Council)
20:00Items A through E on the consent docket were approved by the City Council.
Withdrawal of Fifth Street Closing Application
20:30The city withdrew its application for the Fifth Street closing as the item was not ready to proceed.
Resolution CC 2014-13 Adoption
42:00Resolution CC 2014-13, codifying the last set of ordinances passed by the council, was adopted.
Ordinance 3280 (Municipal Court Amendment)
43:00Ordinance 3280, amending Chapter 31 Municipal Court Article 1 regarding arrests for non-traffic violations, was approved on second reading.
Ordinance 3281 (Zoning Amendment)
44:00Ordinance 3281, rezoning land at 1615 West 12th Avenue from agriculture/residential to office district, was approved on second reading.
Professional Service Agreement for Cost of Service Study (SUA)
48:00The Stillwater Utility Authority authorized staff to execute a Professional Services agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants for a cost of service study and rate design, with expenditures up to $146,000.
Consent Docket Approval (EDA)
58:00Items A and B on the consent docket for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority were approved.
Authorization of RFP for Downtown Development
01:10:00The Economic Development Authority authorized the issuance of a Request for Proposals for a downtown development program on city-owned property, exploring a public-private partnership through a land lease.
Upcoming Community Events
Stillwater's 125th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrated with current and former mayors, highlighting the city's history and accomplishments.
National Community Planning Month
Proclaimed in Stillwater, recognizing planners and commissioners.
OSU Homecoming Week
Mentioned as a week with increased activity and people in town.
Financial Matters
Professional Service Agreement for Cost of Service Study
Authorization for expenditures up to $146,000 for a cost of service study and rate design by Raftelis Financial Consultants.
Public Comments
Two members of the public briefly commented during the discussion of the cost of service study, inquiring about public hearings and the consideration of nature's responsibility beyond just financial aspects.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- February 2015: Target completion date for the cost of service study.
- Early 2015: Anticipated presentation of the 'Complete Streets' policy recommendation.
Watch For
- Public meetings for input on the cost of service study and rate design.
- Proposals from developers for the downtown development project (RFP closes early January).
Announcements
- Mayor Bartley has radio appearances scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday mornings on KSPY.
- OSU Homecoming Week is approaching, bringing increased activity to Stillwater.
- The city has published the third supplement to the 2011 code, with copies available at various locations and online.
Agenda Summary
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting called to order, Pledge of Allegiance led by Ryland Wilson and Connor Zorski from Richmond Elementary.
Proclamation: Community Planning Month
Proclamation of October as Community Planning Month, recognizing planners and commissioners.
Proclamation: Stillwater's 125th Anniversary
Proclamation honoring Stillwater's 125th anniversary, read by current and former mayors.
Consent Docket (City Council)
Approval of routine administrative items A through E.
Public Hearing: Fifth Street Closing
The city requested to withdraw its application for the Fifth Street closing.
General Orders: Introduction to Complete Streets
Presentation by Dan Burton from the Walkable Communities Institute on the concept and implications of 'Complete Streets' for future policy development.
Resolution CC 2014-13
Adoption of a resolution codifying the latest set of ordinances passed by the council.
Ordinance 3280 (Second Reading)
Amending Stillwater City Code Chapter 31 Municipal Court Article 1, Section 31-19 regarding arrests for non-traffic violations.
Ordinance 3281 (Second Reading)
Rezoning land at 1615 West 12th Avenue from agriculture/residential to office district.
Reports from Officers and Boards
Requests for executive sessions were made.
Announcements
Mayor's announcements regarding radio appearances and OSU Homecoming Week.
Stillwater Utility Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Utility Authority.
Professional Service Agreement for Cost of Service Study (SUA)
Authorization to execute a professional services agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants for a cost of service study and rate design.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Economic Development Authority.
Presentation and Request for Proposal (EDA)
Presentation on potential downtown development and authorization to issue an RFP for a development program on city-owned property.
Executive Session
Motion to move into executive session for labor negotiations and confidential communication regarding city attorney and city manager employment.