Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council approved several key items, including an agreement for seismic testing, renewals of healthcare contracts, and specific use permits for an animal facility and a right-of-way closure. A significant portion of the meeting involved a public hearing for a re-zoning request, which sparked a lengthy discussion regarding the applicant's previous opposition to a neighboring development. The council also approved an economic development agreement for a new business.
Key Decisions & Votes
Seismic Testing Agreement
03:40An agreement with Gar Land Services for non-intrusive seismic testing in the southeast part of Stillwater, specifically on four sections around the Wastewater Treatment Plant, was approved.
Healthcare Contract Renewals
05:00Renewals for five existing healthcare contracts, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Greenwood International, Delta Dental, Express Scripts, and Gallagher Benefit Services, were approved.
Specific Use Permit - Animal Facility
06:50A specific use permit was approved for an animal and pet keeping facility at 3100 North Perkins Road, with no exterior changes to the property.
Right-of-Way Closure - 12th Avenue
08:30The closure of 10 feet of right-of-way on 12th Avenue was approved to remedy an existing structure encroachment, as the street's width would still exceed the minimum requirement.
Map Amendment/Re-zoning - 1711 West Lake View
18:00A request to re-zone a portion of the property at 1711 West Lake View from RSS to CS (Commercial Shopping) was approved, despite public discussion about the applicant's prior stance on a neighboring development.
Right-of-Way and Infrastructure Development Agreement - Tubar Properties
21:00An agreement with Tubar Properties was approved for private use of public right-of-way (second-story balconies, outdoor seating) and public infrastructure improvements at 7th and South Main Street, with the city contributing up to $30,000.
Resolution CC 2014-6 - Sixth Avenue and Perkins Road Intersection Improvement Project
22:50A resolution declaring the necessity for acquiring ownership of certain real property for the Sixth Avenue and Perkins Road intersection improvement project was approved to keep the project on track.
Ordinance 3265 - Utility Easement Closure
24:00Ordinance 3265, closing a portion of utility easements at 1400 North Boomer Road, 1298 North Noblock Street, and 601-661 West Bennett Avenue, was approved on first reading.
Ordinance 3266 - Parks, Events, and Recreation Amendment
24:30Ordinance 3266, amending Chapter 33 of the city code regarding sales of goods in parks, events, and recreation areas, was approved on first reading.
Ordinance 3267 - Food Service Operators and Itinerant Merchants
25:00Ordinance 3267, amending Chapter 12 of the city code to streamline processes for food service operators and itinerant merchants, was approved on first reading.
Ordinance 3261 - Long-Term Lease of Property
27:00Ordinance 3261, authorizing the long-term lease of property at 907 West 12th Avenue, was approved on second reading.
Ordinance 3262 - Utility Easement Closure
27:30Ordinance 3262, closing a portion of a general utility easement at 3100 North Madison Court, was approved on second reading.
Ordinance 3263 - Re-zoning West Elm Avenue and South Husband Street
28:00Ordinance 3263, re-zoning land at 220-312 West Elm Avenue and 140 South Husband Street from RTM and RMI to HR (High-Rise District), was approved on second reading.
Ordinance 3264 - Re-zoning West Lake View Road
28:30Ordinance 3264, re-zoning land at 1723 West Lake View Road from RTM to RMI (Residential Multi-Family Intermediate District), was approved on second reading.
Reappointment to Board of Drainage Appeals
31:00Jason Vogle was reappointed for a second term to the Board of Drainage Appeals.
Reappointment to Library Trust Board
31:30Linda Burks was reappointed for a second term to the Library Trust Board.
Stillwater Utility Authority Consent Docket
32:20The consent docket for the Stillwater Utility Authority, containing three items, was approved.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
33:00The consent docket for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority, containing one item, was approved.
Economic Development Agreement - Garden Party LLC
58:00An economic development agreement was approved with Garden Party LLC, a new florist shop, providing a 1% rebate on sales tax for 5 years or up to $50,000.
Upcoming Community Events
Wings of Hope Fundraiser
Location at Boomer Lake or Couch Park (attendees advised to confirm), 11 AM to 5 PM.
Financial Matters
Infrastructure Development Agreement with Tubar Properties
The city will contribute up to $30,000 towards public infrastructure improvements (sidewalks, drainage, curb, handicap ramps) as part of an agreement with Tubar Properties.
Economic Development Agreement with Garden Party LLC
A 1% sales tax rebate for a new florist shop, Garden Party LLC, for 5 years or until $50,000 is rebated, whichever comes first.
Public Comments
One applicant spoke during the public hearing for the re-zoning request at 1711 West Lake View, explaining his personal reasons for the re-zoning and addressing concerns about his previous opposition to a neighboring development.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Third ordinance related to food trucks (enabling freestanding food truck courts) at the next Planning Commission meeting in early July.
- Stillwater Chamber of Commerce strategic plan to be shared with SEDAC.
- Stillwater Chamber of Commerce annual report to trustees.
- Stillwater Chamber of Commerce small business training program on winning federal grants.
- Stillwater Chamber of Commerce new program 'Hidden Cash' rolling out next week.
- Stillwater Chamber of Commerce conference in October focusing on unmanned aerial systems technology.
Announcements
- Councilor Darlington is not present.
- Councilor Nar will be on KSPi 780 AM radio tomorrow at 8:15 AM.
- The Mayor will be on Triple Play radio on Wednesday.
- Stillwater Area Sports Association had a successful baseball season with five Stillwater teams placing first or second in their last tournament.
- Two empty spots remain on the Board of Drainage Appeals, seeking individuals with hydrology expertise.
- Stillwater Chamber of Commerce has seen a 346% growth in new members since the current president joined, now totaling 800 members representing approximately 22,000 employees.
- Stillwater's unemployment rate is 2.9%, compared to the state average of 4.0% and Payne County's 3.4%.
Agenda Summary
Consent Docket - Items A through D
Approval of routine administrative items.
Item D - Agreement for Seismic Testing
Agreement with Gar Land Services for non-intrusive seismic testing near the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Item E - Healthcare Contract Renewals
Renewal of existing healthcare contracts with various providers.
Public Hearing - Specific Use Permit at 3100 North Perkins Road
Request for a specific use permit to allow an animal and pet keeping facility with no exterior changes.
Public Hearing - Close 10 ft of Right-of-Way on 12th Avenue
Request to close a portion of right-of-way to address a structure encroachment.
Public Hearing - Map Amendment/Re-zoning at 1711 West Lake View
Request to re-zone a portion of the property from RSS to CS (Commercial Shopping).
General Orders - Right-of-Way and Infrastructure Development Agreement between City of Stillwater and Tubar Properties
Agreement for private use of public right-of-way and city contribution to public infrastructure improvements.
Resolution CC 2014-6 - Necessity for Acquiring Real Property for Sixth Avenue and Perkins Road Intersection Improvement Project
Resolution to facilitate land acquisition for a road improvement project.
Ordinance 3265 (First Reading)
An ordinance closing a portion of utility easements at 1400 North Boomer Road, 1298 North Noblock Street, and 601-661 West Bennett Avenue.
Ordinance 3266 (First Reading)
An ordinance amending Chapter 33 of the city code regarding sales of goods in parks, events, and recreation.
Ordinance 3267 (First Reading)
An ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the city code regarding food service operators and itinerant merchants.
Ordinance 3261 (Second Reading)
An ordinance authorizing the long-term lease of property at 907 West 12th Avenue.
Ordinance 3262 (Second Reading)
An ordinance closing a portion of a general utility easement at 3100 North Madison Court.
Ordinance 3263 (Second Reading)
An ordinance re-zoning land at 220-312 West Elm Avenue and 140 South Husband Street from RTM and RMI to HR.
Ordinance 3264 (Second Reading)
An ordinance re-zoning land at 1723 West Lake View Road from RTM to RMI.
Executive Session - Tor Claim and Labor Negotiation
Request for executive session regarding a Tor claim filed by Sean Krebs and labor negotiation for the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge number 102.
Stillwater Utility Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Utility Authority.
Stillwater Economic Development Authority Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items for the Stillwater Economic Development Authority.
Executive Session - Economic Development
Request for executive session to discuss economic development matters, including property transfer, financing, or enticing a business to locate within the city.
Report from Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
Update on the Chamber's initiatives, economic development efforts, and future plans.
Item B (Stillwater Economic Development Authority)
Item was skipped as a no action item.
Economic Development Agreement between City of Stillwater and Garden Party LLC
Proposed business development incentive agreement for a new florist shop.