Our vision
Collaboration, strategic partnership and community alignment all mark the approach that Stillwater is taking as it takes steps forward. World-class educational and cultural institutions, thoughtful and dedicated civil servants and passionate citizen groups all come together to create a future for Stillwater that is bright and full of potential. Stillwater has always put a premium on Education. Moving forward, conversations surrounding the possibilities for partnership between our education community and our business community forecast promising possibilities for all.
Private development projects incentivized through the City of Stillwater's Tax Increment Financing districts are bringing in exciting new restaurants, bars and retailers into the downtown district, increasing the overall quality of life and access to amenities for the citizens of Stillwater, and for those visiting from our of town.
It is our belief that the melding of all of this strenghts: Education, Entreprenuership and Quality of life projects, tell a story about a community that is aware of its strenghts, while taking proactive and agressive measures to grow in hopes of attracting more businesses and families into the community.
The future is a vibrant one for Stillwater, and we see Stillwater as being strategically positioned to grow and help businesses and citizens grow alongside it!
Invested in Entrepreneurship
Stillwater invests in Stillwater. With many examples of businesses started in Stillwater that have scaled and expanded their reach and sales potential in amazing ways, we believe that it is fair to label Stillwater as an "entrepreneurship community." This value of entrepreneurship ranges vastly in terms of application and industries. Technology, Agricultural Research and Restaurant operating groups that have become globally recognized brands all come together to show that Stillwater is deeply invested in itself and welcomes with open arms any business or individual that wants to grow within it.
Invested in Education
Stillwater is an education community. Home of Oklahoma State University, Northern Oklahoma College, State Career Tech, Meridian Technology Center and an A+ Rated public school system, Stillwater holds many of the institutions that make a case for workforce viability across the state. With a bachelor's degree attainment rate of 51%, Stillwater boasts a highly educated, skilled and reliable work force. With growing passion and dialogue surrounding the possibilities for partnership and collaboration between education and industry recruitment, the possibilities are endless for the ways that Stillwater can support your business and workforce needs.
Invested in People
Stillwater values community. Decisions are made with the good of those that live within the community in mind. Investments by the City of Stillwater and other private groups are paving a way for a vibrant future. Staying true to the values of community and collaboration, Stillwater is focused on the good of its people, and in return the people of Stillwater offer the same commitment and dedication to the good and growth of the city.