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Home My WebLink About09-17-2019 Minutes C DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES c'rof10 DOwnK own September 17, 2019 Oshkosh OSHµappeasing Now SH PRESENT: Megan Lang, Kris Larson,David Sparr,Marlo Ambas, Kay Bahr, Sandy Prunty, Chanda Anderson,Andy Ratchman, David Krumplitsch,James Evans,Aaron Armstrong EXCUSED: Jim Stapel, Benjamin Rennert, Carrie Olson,Jill Anderson STAFF: Cassie Daniels -BID Manager,Jeffrey Nau—Associate Planner OTHERS: Sergeant Dan Bittner—Oshkosh Police Department, Charles Lovell—United States Department of Agriculture,Matt Johnson—Day By Day Warming Shelter, Brian Bender—Leadership Oshkosh/4imprint I - CALL TO ORDER Chair Lang called the meeting to order at 8:02 a.m. and a quorum was declared present. II—APPROVE MINUTES OF AUGUST 20,2019 MEETING There was no discussion on this item. Kris Larson motioned to approve the minutes of the August 20, 2019 meeting as presented. Sandy Prunty seconded the motion which passed unanimously. III—POLICING/TRAFFIC/PARKING ENFORCEMENT ISSUES/ANTI-PANHANDLER ORDINANCE INFO. Sergeant Bittner reported there was not much activity the past month. He stated there were approximately ten minor vehicle accidents and one OWI arrest made at the intersection of N. Main Street and Parkway Avenue. There was no further discussion on this item. Marlo Ambas arrives 8:04 a.m. IV—CHARLES LOVELL,USDA—SEAGULL MITIGATION PRESENTATION Wildlife biologist, Charles Lovell with the United States Department of Agriculture introduced himself to the Board. Mr. Lovell presented a PowerPoint presentation on urban seagulls,how seagulls become a public nuisance and how to mitigate the problem. He explained seagulls are classified as a migratory bird species protected by federal and state laws. Mr. Lovell explained mitigation techniques to discourage gulls from nesting and methods to remove the birds once nesting has been established. He noted that any mitigation effort requires permitting from the Fish and Wildlife Service and his department is available to assist with the issue the BID is experiencing. C DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES c'rof10 DOwnK own September 17, 2019 Oshkosh OSHSH µappeasing IQow Ms. Lang asked how long it takes to have the seagulls removed or to have them move on. Mr. Lovell replied it can take several years. Oftentimes low-cost options are tried first. If that does not work, more elaborate mitigation tools can be used but usually at a higher financial cost. He also stated that it is important to have devices in place by early March to discourage nesting, otherwise the birds become territorial and aggressive once eggs begin to hatch. Ms. Prunty asked how much does it cost to have his office perform mitigation. Mr. Lovell replied a situation like the BID is experiencing will cost approximately$1,800.00. V—OSHKOSH DAY-BY-DAY WARMING SHELTER PRESENTATION Matt Johnson, with the Day By Day Warming shelter, introduced himself to the Board and provided background information on the homeless problem in Oshkosh and how his organization provides assistance to those in need. He said there are approximately 200 homeless individuals in Oshkosh and that Oshkosh has a 50%higher per capita compared to Milwaukee County. Mr.Johnson said the shelter is currently located in the basement of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish and explained how the shelter operates. He also went over what services the shelter provides and noted the organization is looking for a permanent downtown site. Ms. Lang asked if the shelter is open year-round. Mr.Johnson replied they are limited by what is allowed with Temporary Use Permits issued by the City. He added that the winter months are when their services are needed the most, the shelter building is not air conditioned and staffing would be difficult in the summer as many are UWO Students. VI—APPROVE RETENTION FUND GRANT FOR THE AMOUNT OF$1,000.00 FOR OLIVE &ROSE BOUTIQUE,415 N. MAIN STREET Ms. Daniels provided background information on the grant request and that the Beautification Committee recommended approval for the full amount requested. Ms. Daniels said the grant is a 50-50 cost share qualify for up to$1,000.00 for which they qualify. She added that$5,000.00 will be left in the RFG budget if this grant is approved. Mr. Larson commented it would be ideal if the owner applied for the grant prior to opening. Ms. Daniels replied a business must be open for three months with a two year lease to qualify for the grant. Sandy Prunty motioned to approve the Retention Fund Grant for the amount of$1,000.00 for Olive and Rose Boutique,415 N. Main Street as requested. David Sparr seconded the motion which passed 11-0-1 (abstain—Lang). C DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES c'rof10 DOwnK own September 17, 2019 Oshkosh OSHµapp�ning Now SH VII-APPROVE SEPTEMBER,2019 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT Ms. Daniels reported Adventure Games will be opening on September 26t". The owners have submitted their receipts to enable them to receive their previously approved $5,000.00 Recruitment Fund Grant. There was no further discussion on this item. Sandy Prunty motioned for approval of the September,2019 Financial Report as presented. Chanda Anderson seconded the motion which passed unanimously. VIII-BEAUTIFICATION UPDATE AND DISCUSSION Ms. Daniels reported the permanent holiday tree should be planted early October; City Forester Bill Sturm will be looking for a suitable tree soon. Profits from the Holiday Parade will go towards holiday beautification items including lights and ornaments for the tree. Ms. Daniels also said she will be placing a link on the Downtown Website directing visitors to the Oshkosh Community Foundation site to make donations. IX-FARMERS MARKET UPDATE There was no discussion on this item. X-BID MANAGER AND BID COMMITTEE REPORTS BID Manager Daniels presented a summary of her activities over the past month as outlined in the BID Manager's report, included in the BID packet. Highlights include: • 290 tickets were sold for the Wine Walk which was less than the spring event. The Wine Walk went well which had good weather and a lot of attendees participated in the 1920s theme. • The new fall banners have been installed. • The Holiday Parade sponsor are down$6,000.00 as compared to last year. She encouraged the Board to help get the word out and to inform potential sponsors the profits are going to holiday beautification efforts. • Sent out monthly newsletter template prepared by Candeo Creative. XI-BIKE SHARING (REQUESTED ITEM FROM AUGUST MEETING) Mr. Sparr informed the Board he is having problems finding information on any programs. Ms. Daniels responded that many companies are converting to electric scooters. Mr. Sparr added that BCycle is converting to electric bikes which require fixed stations with access to electricity. C DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES c'rof10 DOwnK own September 17, 2019 Oshkosh OSHSH Karpmng IQow Ms. Prunty asked if Winnebago Cyclery rents a lot of bikes. Mr. Larson replied not a lot,but Mr. Rennert does not really advertise the bike rentals. XII-OTHER BUSINESS No items were discussed. XIII-IDENTIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE OCTOBER 15,2019 MEETING Seagull Mitigation Bike Sharing Program • 2020 BID Operating Plan and Budget XIV-ADJOURNMENT With there being no further business,James Evans moved for the meeting to be adjourned at 9:11 a.m. Kris Larson seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Respectfully Submitted, Jeffrey Nau Associate Planner Planning Services Division