Meeting Summary
The Stillwater City Council held its January 24th meeting, where they recognized Shauna Ogle with a Citizen Recognition Award for her extensive work with Relay for Life and other community organizations. Key decisions included approving a map amendment for the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity and authorizing participation in a roadway improvement project for the Aldi's Supermarket intersection. The council also discussed and will bring back ordinances for text amendments to the Land Development Code.
Key Decisions & Votes
Map Amendment for Alpha Gamma Rho
00:19:30The council approved a map amendment to rezone property at 224 South Washington and 223 South Jefferson from R-MU (multifamily Urban residential) to CB (Commercial Business) for the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity, allowing for the construction of a new building and future parking garage.
Text Amendment to Land Development Code
00:27:00The council discussed proposed text amendments to the Land Development Code aimed at clarifying, cleaning up, and addressing concerns, particularly to encourage commercial infill and redevelopment. They requested staff to bring back the changes as ordinances for a future vote, with one specific change regarding utility easements to be excluded.
Authorization for Department of Transportation Roadway Improvement Project
00:46:00The council authorized participation with the Department of Transportation for a roadway improvement project, including a traffic signal, on North Perkins Road where the Aldi's Supermarket will be constructed. This agreement is required by ODOT, with Aldi funding the improvements and the city responsible for signal maintenance.
Rezoning of 424 West 9th Avenue
00:48:30Ordinance 3219, rezoning property at 424 West 9th Avenue from RT (residential two-family District) to O (office district), was approved.
Closing a Portion of West Street Right-of-Way
00:49:30Ordinance 3218, closing a portion of the right-of-way of West Street adjacent to 424 Southwest Street, was approved on its second reading.
Western Road Waterline Project Authorization
01:00:00The Water Utility Authority authorized the general manager to approve a Professional Services agreement with Garver for $111,330 (including 10% contingency) for the design of a 1.25-mile, 18-inch water line to connect the 56th Tower to the city's water distribution system, aiming for a December completion.
Financial Matters
Western Road Waterline Project
Authorization of Professional Services agreement with Garver for the design of the Western Road water line, including a 10% contingency.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Western Road Waterline and Perkins Booster Pump Station construction completion by December (new year)
Watch For
- Ordinances for Land Development Code text amendments at the next meeting
- Study session on February 25th
Announcements
- Shauna Ogle received the Citizen Recognition Award for her work with Relay for Life and other community involvement.
- Councilman Weaver was not present due to a Board of Regents meeting.
- Stillwater's water source, the Kaw Reservoir, is 98% full, and no water shortage issues are anticipated this summer.
- Councilor Weaver will be on KSPY on January 29th.
- The Mayor will be on KSPY on February 5th.
- The study session originally scheduled for the upcoming Monday has been canceled and rescheduled for February 25th.
Agenda Summary
Citizen Recognition Award
Awarding the Citizen Recognition Award to Shauna Ogle for her dedication to Relay for Life and other community service.
Consent Docket
Approval of routine administrative items.
Public Hearing Item A
Due to a legal description question, this item was continued.
Public Hearing Item B
Applicant withdrew their application.
Public Hearing for Map Amendment (Alpha Gamma Rho)
Request to rezone property at 224 South Washington and 223 South Jefferson from R-MU to CB for the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity.
Public Hearing for Text Amendment to Land Development Code
Discussion of proposed changes to clarify, clean up, and address concerns in the Land Development Code, encouraging commercial infill and redevelopment.
Resolution CC 2013-1: Authorization Participation with Department of Transportation Roadway Improvement Project
Authorization for an agreement with ODOT for intersection improvements and a traffic signal on North Perkins Road for the Aldi's Supermarket.
Ordinance 3219: Rezoning 424 West 9th Avenue
Second reading of an ordinance rezoning property from RT to O.
Ordinance 3218: Closing Portion of West Street Right-of-Way
Second reading of an ordinance closing a portion of right-of-way adjacent to 424 Southwest Street.
Staff Reports
Reports from city staff, including a request for executive session and an update on the drought situation.
Counselor Reports
Reports from city councilors.
Upcoming Meetings
Discussion of future meeting schedules and KSPY appearances.
Appointments
Appointments to various boards and authorities.
Water Utility Authority Consent Docket Item A
Approval of routine administrative items for the Water Utility Authority.
Water Utility Authority Consent Docket Item B
Discussion and approval of an item regarding a failed transformer, with appreciation for staff's efforts to maximize value.
Water Utility Authority General Orders: Western Road Waterline
Request for trustee approval to proceed with design for a 1.25-mile, 18-inch water line to connect the 56th Tower to the city's water distribution system.
Stillwater Economic Development Advisory Council (SEDAC) Appointments
Appointment of two members from the city council to the newly formed SEDAC.
Executive Session
Executive session for confidential communication regarding pending workers' compensation and torque claims.