Meeting Summary
The City Council meeting on July 21, 2014, addressed several zoning changes, approved the closing of easements and rights-of-way, and received annual reports from Friends of Lake McMurtry and Friends of Multi-Arts, both highlighting significant growth and community engagement. A key discussion revolved around a land exchange for a future power generation station, which was approved on first reading.
Key Decisions & Votes
Closing of Easements at 2399 North Perkins Road and 798 East Lake View Road
05:00The council approved the request to close an easement cutting across a property proposed for development, as there are no utilities within it and new easements will be dedicated upon development.
Closing of Platted Rights-of-Way and Easements on South Side of 12th Avenue
09:00The council approved the request to close several undeveloped and unused easements and rights-of-way to facilitate potential future development in the area, with necessary easements to be reserved.
Map Amendment Rezoning at 214 West Elm
14:00The council approved the rezoning of property at 214 West Elm from residential multi-family intermediate to high-rise zoning, consistent with the comprehensive plan and adjacent to existing high-rise developments.
Map Amendment Rezoning at 406 South Hester Street
21:00The council approved the rezoning of property at 406 South Hester Street from RMI to high-rise zoning, completing a fill-in piece for a developer and consistent with the comprehensive plan.
Map Amendment Rezoning at 498 and 519 South Jardot
25:00The council approved the rezoning of property at 498 and 519 South Jardot from RTM to RMI to allow for increased density and building height for the Vintage apartment complex, correcting a non-conformity.
Resolution Declaring Necessity for Western Road Waterline Connection Project Easements
59:00The council approved a resolution declaring the necessity for acquiring permanent and temporary easements for the Western Road waterline connection project, enabling negotiations and potential eminent domain if needed.
Ordinance 3271 (Land Exchange with Commissioners of the Land Office)
01:02:00The council approved Ordinance 3271 on first reading, authorizing the land exchange between the City of Stillwater and the Commissioners of the Land Office for a future power generation station site.
Ordinance 3268 (Mobile Food Service Establishment Courts)
01:03:00The council approved Ordinance 3268 on second reading, amending the city code to create section 23-114 regarding Mobile Food Service Establishment Courts.
Ordinance 3269 (Rezoning 1711 West Lake View Road)
01:03:00The council approved Ordinance 3269 on second reading, rezoning property at 1711 West Lake View Road from residential small lot single family to commercial shopping district.
Ordinance 3270 (Closing 10 ft of 12th Avenue Right-of-Way)
01:04:00The council approved Ordinance 3270 on second reading, closing 10 feet of the right-of-way of 12th Avenue adjacent to 214 East 12th Avenue.
Bid Recommendation for Kaw Pump Station Improvements
01:08:00The Stillwater Utility Authority approved the bid recommendation for Kaw Pump Station improvements, including variable frequency drives, a backup generator, and general refurbishment, to extend the pipeline's life and ensure water supply.
Upcoming Community Events
Mud University
Second annual event at Lake McMurtry, promoting physical activity and teamwork among youth. Collaboration with Dr. Tim Baghurst of OSU.
Spring Celebration
Event at Lake McMurtry with over 150 attendees, featuring community partners like Stillwater Police/Fire, OHP (with helicopter), and various booths.
Volunteer Trash Cleanups
Hosted at Lake McMurtry, partnering with Keep Oklahoma Beautiful and OSU Society of Environmental Scientists.
Bar Bike Art Event
Hosted by Multi-Arts in connection with National Bike Month, featuring bike decorating, art stations downtown, and awards.
Food Truck Friday
Successful community event with good weather and many attendees.
Financial Matters
Land Exchange for Power Generation Station
Discussion on the appraised value difference between the city's land and the CLO's land for the power generation station, with the CLO's land being more cost-effective due to infrastructure and site suitability.
Kaw Pump Station Improvements
Bid awarded for improvements including variable frequency drives, a backup generator, and refurbishment, funded from the water Capital fund.
Public Comments
Public comments were received on several zoning and easement closure requests. A developer's representative spoke in favor of rezoning requests, and a citizen expressed concerns about construction site cleanliness.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Second reading of Ordinance 3271 regarding the land exchange for the power generation station.
- Future discussions on creating an ordinance for smoking restrictions in public parks and playgrounds.
- Further steps in the Kaw Pump Station improvements project, including other recommendations from the 2012 report.
Announcements
- Condolences extended to the family of Gloria Hesser, former County Commissioner in Payne County.
- Councilor Nara to substitute on KSPY radio tomorrow.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket Items A, B, C
Approval of routine consent agenda items.
Consent Docket Item D: Public Hearing Date for September 4th, 2014
Setting the date for a public hearing.
Public Hearing: Closing of Easements at 2399 North Perkins Road and 798 East Lake View Road
Receive public comment and consider staff recommendation for closing easements.
Public Hearing: Closing of Platted Rights-of-Way and Easements on South Side of 12th Avenue
Receive public comment and consider staff recommendation for closing rights-of-way and easements.
Public Hearing: Map Amendment Rezoning at 214 West Elm
Receive public comment and consider Planning Commission recommendation for rezoning from RMI to high-rise.
Public Hearing: Map Amendment Rezoning at 406 South Hester Street
Receive public comment and consider Planning Commission recommendation for rezoning from RMI to high-rise.
Public Hearing: Map Amendment Rezoning at 498 and 519 South Jardot
Receive public comment and consider Planning Commission recommendation for rezoning from RTM to RMI.
General Orders: Annual Report from Friends of Lake McMurtry
Presentation on activities, improvements, and future plans for Lake McMurtry.
General Orders: Annual Report from Friends of Multi-Arts
Presentation on programs, community engagement, and achievements of Multi-Arts.
General Orders: Land Exchange between City of Stillwater and Commissioners of the Land Office
Discussion on the proposed land exchange for a future power generation station.
Resolutions: Resolution 2014-9
Declaring the necessity for acquiring easements for the Western Road waterline connection project.
Ordinances (First Reading): Ordinance 3271
Authorizing the sale of property at 4220 North Perkins Road for the land exchange.
Ordinances (Second Reading): Ordinance 3268
Amending city code regarding Mobile Food Service Establishment Courts.
Ordinances (Second Reading): Ordinance 3269
Rezoning 1711 West Lake View Road from RSS to CS.
Ordinances (Second Reading): Ordinance 3270
Closing 10 feet of the right-of-way of 12th Avenue adjacent to 214 East 12th Avenue.
Reports from Officers
City Manager and Council members provide updates and comments.
Appointments: Library Board Vacancy
Appointment of Robin Cornwell to the Library Board.
Stillwater Utility Authority: Bid Recommendation for Kaw Pump Station Improvements
Consideration of bid for pump station upgrades.