Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council meeting on March 18, 2013, included a proclamation for National Safe Place Week and a presentation on an auto burglary project by the University of Central Oklahoma, which proposed a proactive approach to crime prevention. A comprehensive parking study was presented, outlining current supply and demand, future conditions, and an action plan with various recommendations. The Council also approved funding for fitness equipment as part of a city-wide wellness initiative for employees.
Key Decisions & Votes
Zoning Map Amendment (213 West Elm, 119-123 South Duncan, 102-136 South Husband)
00:10:00The City Council approved the planning commission's recommendation to rezone several properties from RMI, RTM, and HR to HR (High Rise) district, removing a previous Planned Unit Development overlay.
Parking Study Report
00:54:00The Council accepted the parking study report and agreed to continue the steering committee to guide the implementation of its recommendations, which will be brought back for council approval as needed.
Wellness I Program Fitness Equipment Funding
01:09:00The Council approved the staff's recommendation to invest $59,688 for fitness equipment as part of a wellness initiative for city employees, aiming to reduce medical plan costs.
Ordinance 3227 (Zoning 324 West Miller Avenue)
01:10:00Ordinance 3227, rezoning 324 West Miller Avenue from RMI to CS (Commercial Shopping) district, was approved.
Ordinance 3228 (Zoning 421 North Husband Street)
01:10:30Ordinance 3228, rezoning 421 North Husband Street from RSS to CS (Commercial Shopping) district, was approved.
Ordinance 3224 (Alley Closure)
01:11:00Ordinance 3224, closing a portion of an alley abutting properties on West 4th Avenue, South Gray Street, and South Stanley Street, passed its second reading.
Ordinance 3225 (Handbill Regulations)
01:11:30Ordinance 3225, amending chapter 18 environment article 2 litter sections 18-27 and 18-28 regarding throwing or distributing handbills and placing them on vehicles, passed its second reading.
Ordinance 3226 (911 Emergency Number Fee)
01:12:00Ordinance 3226, revising the 911 emergency number ordinance to maintain the current five percent user fee, was approved, along with its emergency clause.
Financial Matters
Wellness I Program Fitness Equipment
Investment for fitness equipment, maintenance, and training for a three-year period as part of a city employee wellness initiative.
Public Comments
One individual spoke in favor of the zoning map amendment for the properties on West Elm, South Duncan, and South Husband, representing the developer and property owners.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Council elections for two seats on April 2nd
Watch For
- Comprehensive Plan presentation at the April 1st meeting
- Budget discussions in the spring
- Discussions on roads and infrastructure in the spring
Announcements
- National Safe Place Week proclaimed for March 18th-24th, 2013.
- University of Central Oklahoma presented findings on an auto burglary project.
- City Manager Dan Galloway, City Attorney John Dorman, and Municipal Judge Tenuron will be discussed in executive session.
- Councilor Scott will be on KSPi radio tomorrow morning.
- Councilor Weaver will be on KSPi radio next Tuesday.
- Vice Mayor Hopkins will be on KSPi radio on April 2nd.
- The Mayor will be on Triple Play this Thursday at 7:05.
Agenda Summary
Proclamation: National Safe Place Week
A proclamation was read, declaring March 18th-24th, 2013, as National Safe Place Week in Stillwater, recognizing the importance of youth safety and the Safe Place program.
Consent Docket Items A and B
Two items on the consent docket were approved without individual discussion.
Public Hearing: Zoning Map Amendment (213 West Elm, 119-123 South Duncan, 102-136 South Husband)
Public input was received regarding a request to rezone several properties to HR (High Rise) district. The planning commission recommended approval.
Presentation: University of Central Oklahoma Auto Burglary Project
A presentation was given by the University of Central Oklahoma on their study of auto burglaries in Stillwater, proposing a proactive, data-driven approach to prevention through public education and directed patrol.
Presentation: Parking Study Findings
Carl Walker Consultants presented the findings of a comprehensive parking study, including current supply/demand, future conditions, and an action plan with recommendations for managing parking in Stillwater.
Presentation: Wellness I Program
A presentation was given requesting approval for funding fitness equipment as part of a city employee wellness initiative, aiming to reduce medical costs.
Ordinance 3227: Rezoning 324 West Miller Avenue
An ordinance to rezone property at 324 West Miller Avenue from RMI to CS district.
Ordinance 3228: Rezoning 421 North Husband Street
An ordinance to rezone property at 421 North Husband Street from RSS to CS district.
Ordinance 3224 (Second Reading): Alley Closure
An ordinance closing a portion of an alley abutting properties on West 4th Avenue, South Gray Street, and South Stanley Street.
Ordinance 3225 (Second Reading): Amending Handbill Regulations
An ordinance amending chapter 18 environment article 2 litter sections 18-27 and 18-28 regarding throwing or distributing handbills and placing them on vehicles.
Ordinance 3226: 911 Emergency Number Ordinance Revision
An ordinance relating to public health and safety, revising the 911 emergency number ordinance to maintain the current five percent user fee, and declaring an emergency.
Executive Session Request
A request for an executive session to discuss confidential communication regarding the employment, appointment, promotion, demotion, disciplining, or resignation of the City Manager, City Attorney, and Municipal Judge.