Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held a meeting where they approved several proclamations, including Fire Prevention Week and Public Power Week. A significant discussion revolved around amending the Stillwater Utility Authority's trust indenture to allow for borrowing in excess of 10% of annual revenues with a supermajority vote, which ultimately failed. Other agenda items included postponing a public hearing and approving a map amendment.
Key Decisions & Votes
Consent Docket Approval
29:00The consent docket, containing items A through L, was approved by the council with a 5-0 vote.
Postponement of Public Hearing
29:30A public hearing item was postponed to October 21, 2013, with a 5-0 vote.
Right-of-Way Closure at 1400 North Boomer Road
39:00The request to close 40 feet of right-of-way on Boomer Road, adjacent to 1400 North Boomer Road, was approved 5-0. This closure is for a new multi-family development and will align the right-of-way with the standard 100 feet.
Map Amendment for 424 East Thomas Avenue
43:00A request to rezone the property at 424 East Thomas Avenue from light industrial to general commercial, to allow for healthcare uses, was approved 5-0, following the Planning Commission's recommendation.
Amendment to Stillwater Utility Authority Trust Indenture
1:09:00A resolution to amend the Stillwater Utility Authority's trust indenture to allow for borrowing in excess of 10% of annual revenues with a supermajority (four-fifths) vote of the trustees failed with a 3-2 vote. This amendment would have created a fourth exception to the existing borrowing limitations.
Public Comments
Public comments were received regarding the closure of a portion of the right-of-way at 1400 North Boomer Road. Kelly Harris, representing the developers, spoke in favor of the closure, explaining its necessity for a new development and the plan to relocate utility lines.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Public hearing item postponed to October 21st, 2013
- Ordinance 3240 (second reading) postponed to October 21st
Deadlines
- Ballot initiative on November 12th
Watch For
- Vehicle Report to be included in a future special session
- Future discussions on the Stillwater Utility Authority's trust indenture and borrowing limits
Announcements
- Proclamation of Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12, 2013)
- Proclamation of 27th Annual Public Power Week (October 6-12, 2013)
- Stillwater schools leading the Pledge of Allegiance
- Stillwater city government Facebook and Twitter updates on radio schedule
- Encouragement to get informed about the November 12th ballot initiative on the city's website (stillwater.org)
Agenda Summary
Pledge of Allegiance
Led by McKenzie Martin and Hayden Hebert from Stillwater schools, accompanied by Sparky.
Proclamation: Fire Prevention Week
Proclaiming October 6-12, 2013, as Fire Prevention Week in Stillwater, emphasizing kitchen fire safety.
Proclamation: 27th Annual Public Power Week
Designating October 6-12, 2013, as Public Power Week, honoring Stillwater Electric Utility for its contributions.
Consent Docket (Items A-L)
Approval of various routine administrative items.
Public Hearing Postponement
Postponement of a public hearing item to October 21, 2013.
Public Hearing: Request to Close Portion of Right-of-Way at 1400 North Boomer Road
Receive public comments and consider a request to close 40 feet of right-of-way on Boomer Road for a new multi-family development.
Public Hearing: Request for Map Amendment to Rezone 424 East Thomas Avenue
Receive public comments and consider rezoning 424 East Thomas Avenue from light industrial to general commercial for healthcare uses.
Resolution SUA 2013-5: Amendment to Stillwater Utility Authority Trust Indenture
Consider amending the trust indenture to allow for borrowing in excess of 10% of annual revenues with a supermajority vote of the trustees.
Ordinance 3240 (Second Reading)
Second reading of an ordinance, postponed due to ongoing negotiations.
Executive Session Request
Request for an executive session regarding pending litigation (Thomas Wise vs. City of Stillwater).