Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council discussed and approved a financing plan for significant capital improvement projects, including parks development, public safety enhancements, and transportation infrastructure. This plan involves placing three bond and sales tax questions on the November 12th ballot for voter approval. Additionally, the Stillwater Utilities Authority approved a long-term power purchase and sale agreement with Grand River Dam Authority.
Key Decisions & Votes
Specific Use Permit for Single Family Use in RTM-S
07:05:00The City Council approved a specific use permit for a single-family home at 724 West 10th Avenue, allowing the replacement of a demolished house in an RTM-S zoned area.
Capital Improvement Plan Financing
28:00:00The Council instructed legal counsel to prepare resolutions for an August 19th meeting to call for a November 12th election. This election will include three ballot questions: a 20-year GO bond for $20 million for parks, a 10-year GO bond for $7.5 million for public safety, and a permanent 1-cent sales tax for transportation.
Power Purchase and Sale Agreement with GRDA
50:00:00The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved a power purchase and sale agreement with Grand River Dam Authority, effective September 1, 2013, through May 31, 2042. This agreement allows SUA to continue purchasing wholesale electricity at low rates and to own and operate generation facilities.
Upcoming Community Events
Cancer Prevention Week
Proclaimed by Mayor John Bartley, encouraging citizens to participate in the Cancer Prevention Study 3 at the Relay for Life of Stillwater on August 9th, 2013, at the Payne County Expo Center.
Relay for Life of Stillwater
Held at the Payne County Expo Center, offering a unique opportunity for residents to enroll in the Cancer Prevention Study 3.
Financial Matters
Parks Development and Redevelopment (Sports Complex & Boomer Lake Park)
Proposed 20-year General Obligation Bond for a sports field complex ($15 million) and Boomer Lake Park redevelopment ($5 million).
Public Safety (Fire Station, Fire Engine, Police Fleet, Communications)
Proposed 10-year General Obligation Bond for relocating Fire Station #2 ($3.8 million), a new fire pumper engine ($0.5 million), police vehicle fleet upgrades ($2.3 million), and emergency communications system improvements ($0.9-1 million).
Transportation (Streets, Sidewalks, Trails, Signals)
Proposed permanent 1-cent sales tax to fund ongoing transportation needs, including street repairs, traffic signal replacement, trails, bike lanes, and pedestrian accommodations.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- August 19th, 2013: City Council meeting to formally adopt resolutions for the November 12th election.
Watch For
- Public education campaign regarding proposed capital improvement projects and financing plans.
- Future discussions on the construction of a new power generation station by SUA.
Announcements
- Cancer Prevention Week proclaimed for the week of August 5th, 2013.
- Relay for Life of Stillwater on August 9th, 2013, at the Payne County Expo Center.
- Chief Financial Officer Marcy Lamb's mother passed away; thoughts and prayers requested for her family.
- Radio appearances by council members to discuss meeting outcomes: Bill Vanessa show on 780 AM (Tuesday, 8:15 AM) and Triple Play radio (Tuesday, 7:30 AM).
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: Cancer Prevention Week
Proclamation of the week of August 5th as Cancer Prevention Week, encouraging participation in the Cancer Prevention Study 3.
Consent Docket Items A and B
Approval of routine administrative items on the consent docket.
Public Hearing: Specific Use Permit for Single Family Use in RTM-S
Receive input regarding a request for a specific use permit for single-family use at 724 West 10th Avenue.
General Orders: Capital Improvement Plan Financing
Discussion and recommendation on financing options for the proposed capital improvement plan, including parks, public safety, and transportation.
Ordinance 3236 (First Reading)
An ordinance amending Chapter 23, Land Development Code, Article 6, Land Use Classifications, Division 5, Industrial Districts, amending Section 23-160, I-L Light Industrial District.
Miscellaneous Items
Discussion of various miscellaneous topics, including an executive session request and condolences.
Appointments
Appointments to various boards and committees, including Airport Authority, Board of Drainage Appeals, Building Trades Board, Planning Commission, Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Sister Cities.
Committee Structure Discussion
Discussion on formalizing ad hoc committees into standing committees for Land Development, Capital Improvement, and Communications/SGA Liaison.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - Approval of Minutes
Approval of the minutes from the June 24th SUA meeting.
Stillwater Utilities Authority Meeting - Power Purchase and Sale Agreement
Request for approval of the power purchase and sale agreement with Grand River Dam Authority.
Executive Session
Executive session for confidential communication with the city attorney regarding a worker's compensation claim.