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Stillwater economic authority approves $15,000 façade grant for downtown escrow business

Stillwater City Council, Stillwater Utilities Authority (SUA), and Stillwater Economic Development Authority (SEDA) meetings · November 18, 2025

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Summary

The Stillwater Economic Development Authority approved a $15,000 small-business enhancement grant for Community Escrow and Title at 623 S. Lewis St. to fund exterior improvements. Owner John Bartley said the project expanded after a vehicle crash damaged landscaping; the SEDA committee recommended approval 6-0.

The Stillwater Economic Development Authority on Nov. 17 approved a $15,000 small‑business enhancement assistance grant to Community Escrow and Title Company for exterior improvements at 623 South Lewis Street.

Staff said the project is funded from TIF 3 and the committee voted 6-0 on Nov. 11 to recommend approval. John Bartley, president and owner of Community Escrow, told trustees the overall project total is approximately $60,000 and the request to SEDA was for $15,000. Bartley said the scope expanded after a vehicle struck landscaping at the site and that the work will include deck/railing improvements to meet code and new lighting for security.

Trustees amended and re-stated the motion as clarified and approved the application by a 4-0 vote. Councilors and staff praised downtown revitalization efforts and said they welcome investments that improve facades and safety.

The action approves the grant award; project implementation and any additional work not covered by the SEDA award will be the responsibility of the owner and subject to applicable permits and codes.