Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the design concept for the Third Avenue bridge replacement and the allocation of funds for the FY15 pavement management projects. They also approved resolutions related to the financing of the power generation station. A significant decision was made to table future scheduled utility rate increases pending a new cost of service study.
Key Decisions & Votes
Third Avenue Bridge Replacement Design
00:15:00The council approved Alternative One for the Third Avenue bridge replacement, which includes a three-lane bridge with pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides, and authorized moving forward with the final design.
FY15 Pavement Management Project Allocation
00:37:00The council approved the staff's recommended allocation of $4 million for the FY15 pavement management projects, focusing on preventative maintenance, rehabilitation, and reconstruction across 52 lane miles.
Country Club Road Project Bid Recommendation
00:40:00The council approved the recommendation to award the Country Club Road project, requiring an additional $843,000 payment to ODOT for the transportation portion.
Utility Rate Increases
01:21:00The council voted to table all future scheduled utility rate increases, including those based on the cost of service study, pending the completion and acceptance of a new cost of service study.
Power Generation Station Financing Resolution (SUA)
01:35:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved Resolution SUA 2014-5, establishing parameters for incurring debt not to exceed $70 million for the power generation station, waiving competitive bidding for bond sales, and approving related agreements.
Power Generation Station Financing Resolution (City Council)
01:37:00The City Council approved Resolution 2014-8, which functionally aligns with the SUA's resolution for the power generation station financing, authorizing bond issuance and a sales tax agreement.
Economic Development Agreement with Andy Patel
01:38:00A motion to approve an economic development agreement between the Stillwater Economic Development Authority and Andy Patel was denied.
Financial Matters
FY15 Pavement Management Projects
Allocation of funds for various pavement maintenance, rehabilitation, and reconstruction projects.
Country Club Road Project
Additional payment to ODOT for the transportation portion of the Country Club Road project.
Power Generation Station Financing
Authorization to incur debt for the construction of the 56-megawatt gas-fired reciprocating engine and electrical substation, including a reserve fund and cost of issuance.
Utility Rate Study
Budgeted amount for a new cost of service study for water and wastewater rates.
Public Comments
Dr. Sydney Williams spoke against the proposed utility rate increases, citing outdated studies, rates exceeding CPI, and the negative impact on low-income residents. He suggested tabling the proposal and holding public hearings or a public vote on the rates.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Future scheduled utility rate increases (pending new cost of service study)
Deadlines
- August 12th: Written reports for standing committees for August 18th council meeting
- November 11th: Written reports for standing committees for November 17th council meeting
Watch For
- New cost of service study for utility rates
- Request for proposals for utility rate study consultant
- Official commitment letter from ODOT for Western Hall of Fame project funding
Announcements
- Boomer Blast fireworks show was successful, thanks to city staff and sponsors.
- City staff will be on KSPI tomorrow.
- Councilor will be on Triple Play Radio at 7:00 PM on Wednesday to discuss city matters.
Agenda Summary
Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Spencer Carter.
Consent Docket (City Council)
Approval of routine items, with item B removed.
Public Hearing Item A Memo
Request to postpone a public hearing to July 21st.
Public Hearing: Text Amendment for Mobile Food Service Establishment Courts
Receive public comment and staff recommendation regarding a text amendment to allow food trucks to congregate in designated areas.
General Order: Third Avenue Bridge Replacement
Recommendation on a design concept to replace the Third Avenue bridge.
General Order: Pavement Management Projects for Next Year (FY15)
Discussion and recommendation for the allocation of funds for pavement management projects.
General Order: Bid Recommendation Payment to ODOT for Country Club Road Project
Recommendation to move forward with the Country Club Road project, requiring additional payment to ODOT.
Ordinance 3268 (First Reading)
Amending Stillwater City Code regarding mobile food service establishment courts.
Ordinance 3269 (First Reading)
Rezoning land at 1711 West Lake View Road from Residential Small Lot Single Family District to Commercial Shopping District.
Ordinance 3270 (First Reading)
Closing 10 feet of right-of-way of 12th Avenue adjacent to 214 East 12th Avenue.
Executive Session Request (City Manager)
Request for executive session regarding the employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, disciplining, or resignation of City Manager Dan Galloway.
Executive Session Request (Labor Negotiations)
Request for executive session to discuss labor negotiations with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge number 102.
Consent Docket (SUA)
Approval of routine items for the Stillwater Utilities Authority.
General Order: Power Generation Station Financing
Presentation and discussion regarding the financing process for the power generation station, including bond issuance and sales tax agreement.
General Order: Wastewater Rates Discussion
Discussion regarding the current wastewater rates and the need for a new cost of service study.
Resolution SUA 2014-5
Resolution establishing parameters for incurring debt for the power generation station.
Resolution 2014-8
City Council resolution functionally aligning with SUA's resolution for power generation station financing.
General Order: Economic Development Agreement
Discussion and vote on an economic development agreement between Stillwater Economic Development Authority and Andy Patel.