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HomeMy WebLinkAbout32. 20-92 FEBRUARY 25, 2020 20-92 RESOLUTION (CARRIED 6-0 LOST LAID OVER WITHDRAWN ) PURPOSE: APPROVE SAWDUST DISTRICT MASTER PLAN INITIATED BY: DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approved WHEREAS, "Sawdust District Master Plan" has been prepared by Houseal Lavigne Associates, of Chicago,Illinois, with input and support provided by the Sawdust District Advisory Group and the community at large; and WHEREAS, "Sawdust District Master Plan" expands on the previously adopted "Imagine Oshkosh" by providing focused and detailed planning strategies for the area identified as the South Shore subarea in that plan; and WHEREAS, "Sawdust District Master Plan' will direct growth, development, and infrastructure investment while providing guidance and specific recommendations to assist in the redevelopment of the Sawdust District; and WHEREAS, the Plan Commission has reviewed said Plan and recommended its adoption by the Common Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Oshkosh that "Sawdust District Master Plan", on file at the City Clerk's Office, is hereby approved and adopted. sir p Oshkosh TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council FROM: Mark Lyons, Planning Services Manager DATE: February 19, 2020 RE: Approve Sawdust District Master Plan (Plan Commission Approved) BACKGROUND The Community Development Department is requesting approval of the Sawdust District Master Plan, which describes the future goals and objectives for land use, development and transportation in the district. The plan focuses on the area south of the Fox River bound by Lake Winnebago to W. 17th Avenue running along S. Main Street with some sections going as far west as Nebraska Street. ANALYSIS The Sawdust District Master Plan was developed in collaboration with consultant Houseal Lavigne Associates, city staff and the Sawdust District Advisory Group. The area was originally identified in the Imagine Oshkosh Master Plan as an opportunity area on the south side of the Fox River. The Sawdust District Advisory Group was established to offer input and guidance throughout the process. Additional public input was received through individual stakeholder interviews. Staff hosted a public open house on January 29th, 2020, which included approximately 30 attendees from the public. The purpose of the plan is to provide guidance for the district as redevelopment opportunities present themselves. The plan includes: A. Existing Conditions B. District History C. Visual Vision for the district D. Sub-Area Goals E. Transportation Element F. Placemaking Element City Hall,215 Church Avenue P.O.Box 1130 Oshkosh,WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us The district is divided into six sub-areas each with their own unique character and land use plan recommendations. Each sub-area includes a description of desired conditions that the City should work towards and are organized into several categories including desired land uses, transportations, placemaking and design and development. The Sawdust District Master Plan will assist in planning and implementing the future development in the area. Approval of the plan will continue the commitment to elevating the center city and promote high level development and design in this special area of the community. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of the Plan itself will not have a fiscal impact. Implementing various implementation items as identified in the plan may have fiscal implications that will be analyzed on a case by case basis. RECOMMENDATION The Plan Commission recommended approval of the Sawdust District Master Plan as requested at its February 18, 2020 meeting. Please see the attached staff report and meeting minutes for more information. Submitted, Approved, 1 Mark Ly s Mark Rohloff Planning Services Manager City Manager City Hall,215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh,WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us ITEM: APPROVAL OF THE SAWDUST DISTRICT MASTER PLAN Plan Commission meeting of February 18,2020 GENERAL INFORMATION Applicant: Community Development Department Actions Requested: The Community Development Department is requesting approval of the Sawdust District Master Plan,which describes the future goals and objectives for land use, development and transportation in the district. The plan focuses on the area south of the Fox River bound by Lake Winnebago to W. 171h Avenue running along S.Main Street with some sections going as far west as Nebraska Street. ANALYSIS The Sawdust District Master Plan was developed in collaboration with consultant Houseal Lavigne Associates, city staff and the Sawdust District Advisory Group. The area was originally identified in the Imagine Oshkosh Master Plan as an opportunity area on the south side of the Fox River. The Sawdust District Advisory Group was established to offer input and guidance through out the process. Additional public input was received through individual stakeholder interviews. Staff hosted a public open house on January 2901,2020,which included approximately 30 attendees from the public. The purpose of the plan is to provide guidance for the district as redevelopment opportunities present themselves. The plan includes: A. Existing Conditions B. District History C. Visual Vision for the district D. Sub-Area Goals E. Transportation Element F. Placemaking Element The district is divided into six sub-areas each with their own unique character and land use plan recommendations. Each sub-area includes a description of desired conditions that the City should work towards and are organized into several categories including desired land uses, transportations,placemaking and design and development. The Sawdust District Master Plan will assist in planning and implementing the future development in the area. Approval of the plan will continue the commitment to elevating the center city and promote high level development and design in this special area of the community. RECOMMENDATION/CONDITIONS Staff recommends approval of the Sawdust District Master Plan as requested. The Plan Commission approved of the Sawdust District Master Plan as requested. The following is the Plan Commission's discussion on this item. Site Inspections: Report:N/A Staff report accepted as part of the record. The Community Development Department is requesting approval of the Sawdust District Master Plan,which describes the future goals and objectives for land use,development and transportation in the district. The plan focuses on the area south of the Fox River bound by Lake Winnebago to W. 17th Avenue running along S. Main Street with some sections going as far west as Nebraska Street. Ms.Naudziunas and Mr.Lyons presented the item. The Sawdust District Master Plan was developed in collaboration with consultant Houseal Lavigne Associates,city staff and the Sawdust District Advisory Group. The area was originally identified in the Imagine Oshkosh Master Plan as an opportunity area on the south side of the Fox River. The Sawdust District Advisory Group was established to offer input and guidance throughout the process. Additional public input was received through individual stakeholder interviews. Staff hosted a public open house on January 29th,2020,which included approximately 30 attendees from the public. The purpose of the plan is to provide guidance for the district as redevelopment opportunities. The district is divided into six sub-areas each with their own unique character and land use plan recommendations. Each sub-area includes a description of desired conditions that the City should work towards and are organized into several categories including desired land uses,transportations,placemaking and design and development. The Sawdust District Master Plan will assist in planning and implementing the future development in the area. Ms. Naudziunas said staff recommends approval of the Sawdust District Master Plan as requested. Mr.Fojtik opened technical questions to staff. Ms. Erickson questioned why there were no bike lanes in the roadway visuals. Mr.Lyons replied one of the things they analyzed through this process was if it was appropriate to have bike lanes on S.Main Street. He said in the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, there are already parallel routes. He explained it would have been difficult with some of the southern areas of the district to add bike lanes due to right-of-way constraints. He stated it was a better option to have parallel routes instead on bike lanes on S. Main Street. He added another concern was there was no parking on S.Main Street which was the biggest need. 2 Item—Sawdust District Master Plan Mr. Fojtik questioned how the bridge fits into this though it is not in the district. I j Mr.Lyons replied the bridge that is going to be redeveloped is the Jackson Street bridge. I Mr. Fojtik said his question still holds as the bridge would be a nice component to the district. Mr.Davis commented he believes the Oregon Street bridge is the first one to be replaced which will be somewhere in the next ten years. He said the Main Street bridge could be anywhere from 25-50 years out but does not have a timeline. He explained with the Fox River Corridor Plan, at some point they would like the Riverwalk to go under the bridge instead of crossing at grade. Mr. Mitchell asked if the Plan were to be approved,if it could still be amended afterwards. Mr.Lyons replied it is a guiding plan. He explained any developments that come in will be evaluated based on the merits of the developments. He said staff is looking at Planned Development zoning for most of the area for development in the future. I Mr.Ford asked what changing or replacing 90,Avenue would look like. Mr. Lyons replied it would be the extension on 90,Avenue. He explained the current thought would be taking it and wrapping it into the existing railroad crossing where Pioneer Drive is today. Mr.Kiefer commented it is a very nice plan and thanked everyone for their hard work. He asked what is going to draw people to the area. He said for people going to the Pioneer, if there is going to be an opportunity to have businesses along the riverwalk. Mr.Lyons replied the goal is to create S. Main Street similar to N.Main Street. He said they are looking at building on what the Arena already has with some more entertainment type event spaces or uses. He said the River North district is looking to add more rooftops whether it is apartments,condos or mixed-use development. He explained there is a focus to get more residential into the area as well as focusing on service and commercial uses that they are going to want in the area. He said another way of trying to get people into the area are the two trail heads to the north and south. Mr. Kiefer asked if there would potentially be kayak or paddle boat rentals at the south trail head. Mr.Lyons replied one of the focuses is river and lake oriented business and activating those waterfront uses. He said people have brought up adding a water taxi to the area. He said the developers of Pioneer Island are also looking at adding some of that. Mr.Mitchell stated some of the Plans that were used to create with the Sawdust District Plan have very strong language in regard to encouraging the city to implement natural,native 2 Item—Satodust District Master Plan plantings and landscaping relative to the proximity of the water. He said the DNR states that about 85%of the State's endangered species are endangered due to removal of their habitats close to shore in which they need for survival. He asked if there could be language included regarding native plantings. Mr. Lyons replied the focus of this Plan was land use and transportation. He said the language could definitely be added but said it may be better suited for the Zoning Ordinance where it would carry more weight. Mr.Mitchell mentioned in the Comprehensive Plan that there is a whole section about agriculture and natural resources. He said it states that the City will implement natural shoreline buffer areas. He said he knows it is not the focus but thinks it would be a real loss if there was nothing done to counter the damaging impacts on endangered species. I Mr. Lyons reiterated it was not part of the scope of this Plan and said it would be better suited to add to the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Davis commented Pioneer Drive is basically all concrete for the entire right-of-way. He said they are looking at getting rid of all that concrete and putting in the natural features of the vegetation as well as the removing and restoring of the shoreline. He said it is hard to say much more about other parts of the district because it will be on a case by case basis. He said most of the area is environmentally impacted one way or another and expects the DNR and EPA to be involved in terms or remediation. He said there will be a lot more plants in the Pioneer and railroad right-of-way corridor. He said it would be a great opportunity for native plantings and swales for storm water management. Mr. Lyons commented this Plan does not override previous Plans the City has done. He said the other Plans are still vitally as important. Ms.Erickson asked staff to expand on what other opportunities residents or business owners had to give input. Ms.Naudziunas replied there were stakeholder interviews where staff met with each stakeholder one on one to get input. Mr. Lyons added they also sent a notice to every property owner that owned property within the District. Ms.Naudziunas said they did a mass mailing for the whole area twice. She said they invited them to the Open House. She added they met and presented to the Chamber and the Chamber's Economic Development committee. She said they are also going to present at the Rotary and League of Women's Voters. Mr.Mitchell asked for the timeline of the presentations. 2 Item—Sawdust District Master Plan Mr. Lyons replied presenting at the Rotary and the League of Women's Voters will be in April. He said they met with the Chamber in January and February. Mr.Mitchell asked what would happen if there was a recommendation after these meetings to amend the Plan. i Mr.Lyons replied staff was asked to present to the groups but if there is input from the meetings to amend the Plan, there is no reason why the Plan couldn't be amended. Mr.Fojtik asked if there were any public comments. There were no public comments on this item. Mr. Fojtik closed public comments. Motion by Ford to adopt the findings and recommendation as stated in the staff report. i Seconded by Coulibaly. Mr.Fojtik asked if there was any discussion on the motion. Mr. Mitchell asked if the Parks Advisory Board has had any input given the amount of park space in the area. Mr. Lyons replied staff is meeting with the Parks Director later this week or early next week to discuss implementation of park space. He said at some point they may need to work on a park plan with the Board. Mr.Mitchell asked if the Sustainability and Advisory Board has had an opportunity to give input on the Plan. i Mr.Lyons replied staff could take it to the Board but in the past they Board has not weighed in on this type of plan. Ms. Naudziunas added they were all invited to the Open House as well. i I Mr.Lyons stated all Boards and commissioners were invited to the Open House. I Mr.Ford asked when redeveloping Pioneer Drive,if the item would come back to Plan Commission or if there would be any public hearings. Mr.Lyons replied he does not believe so because Pioneer Drive is technically a city-owned property. Mr.Ford commented this is a great Plan and hopes they consider fishing areas as well. 2 Item--Sawdust District Master Plan Mr.Lyons said the Fox River Corridor Plan and the Riverwalk Plans already identity public improvements to the area. Mr.Davis added specifically for fishing. Mr. Coulibaly asked if there were any safety measures in terms of the railroad crossings. Mr.Lyons replied there has been discussions about a raised crossing,which are relatively expensive,but nothing has been decided on. Mr. Fojtik thanked city staff. He stated the complexity and length of the vision statement illustrates how much of a challenge it was to bring 55,000 partners together to create something. He said what staff has come up with is really a solid plan and also offers flexibility. He said compared to five years ago,the area already looks better. Mr. Lyons said as development starts to occur,it is likely to be in the Planned Development Overlay zoning which will go through Plan Commission and Common Council for approval. Motion carried 8-0. 2 Item—Sawdust District Master Plan 0:0*. SAWDUST DISTRICT 000*�'�� ' MASTER PLAN SAWDUST x s _ _ P iL va jr I • li { I . ' , . �` ;�' •�'. ..� tom••�.�..'•y � + i- tr i ,J TABLE OF CONTENTS ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Chapter 1-Context 2 COMMON COUNCIL PLAN COMMISSION SAWDUST DISTRICT CITY STAFF SPECIAL THANKS STEERING GROUP Purposeof the Sawdust Distract Master Plan-3 Lori Palmeri,Mayor Thomas butin,,Chair Javad Ahmad Allen Davis Special thanks to 44 Degrees North Existing Conditions 3 Steve Harman,Deputy Mayor John Hinz Debra L Allison Aasby, Mark Lyons Council Memeber District logo development. Advertising y Design forthe Sawdust District HistarL� 5 DNhrnLAllisori-Aasby KatIiINNn Prol�p.Vice Clr it A[-,NauAzirnrns Matt Mugerauer Lori Palmeri,Mayor Amy Alhnpht I:elly Nieforth Imagine Oshkosh Master Plan 8 Bob Pocschl John defer Tom Belt, EI Bunch,fanner Outreach summar 4,Krnus, Mil<r R,rd Brian Bums Planning Director y y lohn Casper lun Collins Prepaved by louseul arlgne BIII Miller Thomas Perry and OS�koS�Staff Derek Groth Bob C Cummings, Justin Zrzch Chapterz-Sawdust Distract Plan O , 11Steve crmminx, LadouP ,agaSn Former Ma/or District Wide D Justin Mitchell Torn Fgrk Mamadou Yoy SIV sengan Functional Subareas ''-8 Coulibaly AudraHay RobKleman HOUSEAL tr-u L-ky L A V I G N E Lori Palmeri.Mayor Dian.Pcir—stadlcr Gez,Pi- Mark Gohloff,City Manager Hcidi Strand Chet W—nhrrg Jason White Judi Williams Bill Wymari Pe fifty PO Ps Mo 'fs CONTEXT The Sawdust District Master Plan is the guide for the City of Oshkosh's of forts to revitalize the historic District PLANNING AREA © ' on the South Shore.It sets a vision for the area in theThe Sawdust District comingyearsandestablishesdefinitiveguidingprinciples, developed based h boundary' r • -subareas. CENTER qTV recommendations,and actions to achieve them. The Plan aims to organize development within the District AdVisory Group(SDAG)to help CITY OF determine the official houndaryforthe staff led an exercise with the Sawdust District into a unified,comprehensive endeavor,foundeddistrict.The district includes the SouthShore Central functional subareas.The a by community input.Acting as a guidebook for theShore East and portions of South ZION me p � southern boundary extends to 17th Avenue in order to include a significant extent of the South Main Street corridor for development potential. the South Main Street corridor for development potential. M1 low, PING 26 'VAN DYKI IL 2 Sawdust District Master Plan communitH the Plan should be utilized by City staf f of ficials, and stakeholders in the decision-making process of the District's revitalization.Coordination with ongoing and lake future planning of forts and projects will be critical for the Winnebago successful implementation of the Plan's recommendations. In this Chapter. •Planning Area(page2) 0 •Purpose of the SawdustDisVict Plan(page3) •District History(Page 6) •Imagine Oshkosh(page 8) 41 •Outreach Summary(page 9) �n PURPOSE OF ri 2000,the City partnered,aith the PLANNING PROCESS 3—outreach EXISTING CONDITIONS The existing industrial character Oshkosh Area Community Foundacon ,hat nut of place,vith the THE`SAWDUST and fleoalk sl _Iar,berof The SawdustustD process the OshkosThe h prove c cur lmagine Aovidesir a oundat,nfondrons a d,:Dtlk tI r hhorl r<�Is, DISTRICT PLAN Commerce to develop a Downtovn of planningpro<ssthat,�as osnkosd provided efoundatio for provides fordevelrp developing and many of the ewsan;land uses are itiated in March 2018,full-in,' the Sawdust District Plan,and regular policies and recommendations_ ' S .ct�n Plan The Downtown Acton the adoption not of the highest qua lty The South The SevdtstD Patrice is she South tion of lmng ne OshF.osh: DAG meetings steered it It is understand the Shore e<tens a n of Os kosns Center Plan provided a framework and agenda A Muster Plan for Our Center City_ completion.additional outreach district as It is today in order to make Man Street corrdorwnch provides City,a collection of neighborhoods that successfully guided capital The processsaas designed to allow efforts included a project website, recommendations for its development a gateway to the Center City,needs improvement projects and private new wave of Investment. looted in the historic core of the inputfram the advisory group of targeted mailings to local property into the futurz Etensfi ve eldwork in—Fronentfor mare than years. cammunit f_Th Di-tridindudathe stakeholders_The plan n ing process for :�d and s[kh ld and key and reconnaissance was conducted hiding Opera House Spu.-cthe The Ditictpre t rela[ive blank South Main Streetcorridorand the th Swdts[District Plan consisted of stakeholder int vi ws conducted in to establish an existing condi[ions Riv m.alk,L h Anphithcatcr,and sl t many s[ and efforts toward dt l ma[erfr t f the=Fox River and t ts<aph g along North Nalr street. the fo0ovd items support of the planning process baseline as part of the firs[phase parcel cons cl, n will facilitate Lak.�./inndbago_Known for its historic of the planning process for Imag ne In zol7,Imagine Oshkosh A Master wholesale red,elopment mto an industrial uses,the District was one, 1—Pro Project Initiation 4—Framework Plans oshkosh_rhis Plan builds on that home to leading lumber and furniture Plan favour Center Crywas developed 1 baseline while din dates fe otingmixeduse Oshkoshtthe us an i 1 true process p providing fiat s lar I Ir rch zDlB[ham planning Based on input from outreach f t fD tmn Oshkosh.The first ompanes.As the lumberefforts to serveasalvn�termeson klck�doff vdi[h the first SDAG meeting_ review of existing plans and conditions, 'Where conditions havechanged ,.ar pl rfsnrfi,artredevel<p,vent decreased-ntuststrcxdm unty those and comprehensive Investment preliminary fizmework plans and A the Menominee Nation Arena_ former lumber uses tra nsi4oned mco The deck ne of the local lumber/ strategy forthe entire Cent i City. past Plans recommendations developed furniture industry the D stnct has H II propeties have not other heavy uses rn to this the to address land h t o sportaaan, n b d a d and certain n industrial development pattern to this day_ Asummaryof a ti gpl nsand thisermerIvnted opportunity patoreimagine The Sawdust District Plan epands on urban design,and pubic spaces_ this formerly industrial part of the businesseswillneed to be voluntarily Imagine oshk h by providing focused current torturer w d vcl p dand r ated to design ted industrial tad to th SDAG Th^f II .Ir South Share The Sawdust District and de tailed pl nning Ara[gI f r prc'nee c g 5—FinalRe ortandAdo Adoption nindt tnal area mterm fixed with parks Vlhil theA Paample the area identified as the South Share Plans were reviewed:ith h up p p of u d of rode, p nt,tothe ton of the Sa,,dustDstrct The draft SawdusFDstrict Plan tt tdcommerdalatd subama In th tpl The r ,1 Sawdust n PT°Pam c L nt Possible,buildings i.ith historic Flan s is the final step the gl f ilvdetached u _Pioneer District Plan✓u ll direct :vth zpre en p-ntharacterst cs should be integrated lann n process The draft plan was Island, t ntl ry t otabl^ develop net d fr tucture ne Oshknsh_A Master Plan for p gPo e p terfront sitef rdee.elo troth-n nto new development scenarios vestment v,hle pravid-ng gu dance g presented to the community and SDPG pmP1 .Wherever possible. n id sprcifi<-rraninnendatons to ouar center City(2017) for review and consideration.Based on the District assist in the redevelopment of the •Imagine Oshkosh Existing feedback,the draft plan was amended Sawdust District Conditions Report and presented to Common Council for d.ption •City Center Corridors Plan I2Ol Yf •Let's Be Pianeersi.Riverfrant visioning Workshops Public Input Summary Report(7a141 •Comprehensive Plan(2005) •Fox River Corridor—RNerwalk Plan and Design Guidelines RDD5) •Dovmto,on Action Plan(7DDD) Sawdust District Master Plan 3 EXISTING LAND USE Existing land use provides an inventory of every parcel in the Sawdust District to identify how land is used within the planning area.An assessment and understanding of the Sawdust Districtsexisting land use plays an important role in ]�- shaping plan recommendations.The District provides a mix of uses east of South Main Street with transition to more residential uses to the south.On the west side of South Main Street,the District largely exhibits the South Shore's historic industrial uses,although that is changing with the Menominee Nation Arena.The west side of South Main Street offers the most potential for development in the form of large vacant sites.At the north side of the District,the block between 6th and 7th Avenues along South Main Street provides an intact historic street wall exhibiting potential for mixed use and gateway development O Single-Family Detached.This land Mixed Use This category includes MIndustridL Industrial uses include ORail/Utilities.Rail and utility uses in use category ces,m ny of hIcfamily multiple dice coos co mosingle for manufacommercial faclitorage,heary the District N)railde Canadian detached homes,many of which building.The most common form of commercial facilities,recycling,and National(CNl railroad right-of-way feature detached garages fixed use developments are ground more.Most industrial uses in the and the ON Oshkosh rail yard. Single-family detached homes in the Floor commercial uses with residential District are located between South t district are located primarily on the or office uses located on upper Floors. Ma in Street and Pioneer Drive. sparking.This land use classification west side of South Main Street Mixed use buildings are currently Additional smaller industrial Parking.parcels whose use primaryion use is between l Oth Avenue and 16th found throughout the District businesses occupy parcels inter- Includes cel private parking. Avenue. spersed along the west side of South either t / Commercial. Main Street The commercial 0 Vacant Vacant property consists of Ecategory ateg ryincly Attached.Thisland use category indudesbuildings includes retail sites that currently contain no structures truct rys with t.residential only rvice stand -alnesse..Thisindudea semlPubl-public u Public and standing structure or use.Vacant stgs that share a common o more wall, it mixed comalone/singles purpose and semi-public munityfses aciudea parcels are located throughout the tags that shareacommon wall,with mixed commercial buildings. variety of community facilities The District,with the largest vacant site swwEmktur // each unit having its own dedicated Mixed-use buildings with residential Oshkosh Area School District the block between 8th teriownho es. rowhomamily uses on upper Floors are not included. example of is use In the District occupying townhomes.Asingle-family attached example of this use in the District and 9th Avenue on the east side of development is located at Nebraska South Main Street Include Street and 8th Avenue. office and finance uses nclude banks,law firms,medical Parks and Open Space.Land classi- r ore es,of and few office uses There fled des portions ion open space ®� MMalti-Famity.Multi-family residen- areafew former homes along South includes portions of the District's tial uses include multiple housing Main Street used for offices. open areas along the waterfront. . units typically sharing common Internal building space such as srk of stairwells or hallways,including Entertainment and Hospitality. land al.Thiscwateryont de ica apartments and condominiums. Enterta i nment a nd hospitality uses land along the waterfront dedicated Small multi-family buildings are include the n-firont,and the to water access or harbors with found throughout the District. Menominee Nation Arena,and the moorings.Marina uses are located on dated parking between l Ith the Fox River west of the South Main Avenue and South Park Avenue.The Street bridge as well as south of arena isthe primaryentertainment Pioneer Island. use In the District 4 — Sawdust District Master Plan CURRENT ZONING The City's Zoning Ordinance is Chapter 30 of the Oshkosh Code of Ordinances.The Sawdust District currently contains five standard zoning districts and two overlay zoning districts,which regulate the usage and intensity of land.The overlay zoning districts are intended to address special land use circumstances beyond those addressed by the underlying standard district. VTR-fO:Two Flat Residential.This �CMU:Central Mixed Use This district OHI:Heavy industrial.This district OPD-O:Planned Development Overlay. district intended to create,preserve, is intended to permit both large-and Intended to provide space for The purpose of this overlay district is and enhance areas for single family mall-scale downtown commercial manufacturing and industrial to provide for the possible relaxation detached and two flat dwellingsatan development at an intensltywhich operations which are potentially of certain development standards approximate density of In dwelling provides significant incentives for incompatible with residential and pertaining to the underlying standard t units per acre.(Section 30-41) Pull development,redevelopment, com mercial uses.(posits,30-62) so pi ng district.Planned develop- and the continued economic viability ments allow diversification and of existing development The district variation in the relationship of uses, UMU:Urban Mixed Use.This district is RF-O:River(ront Overlay The s also Intended to retain the existing structures,open spaces,and heights intended to permit areas,generally purpose of this overlay district is to of"main street"Oshkosh' conceived and on the fringe of Downtown,[hat are improve the quality of development blocks in Osential shstorlc conceivedand i mplemented as mixed use in character and establish core along the riverfront by applying downtown.Residential uses are comprehensive and cohesive unified standards that are compatible with enhanced building design standards the existing mix of land uses and Intended to occur ata minimum and land use regulations in the area projectr.The Planned Development redevelopmento flan ves-This approximate density of 10 dwelling anddefi land useemlatio boundaries Overlay District shall allow develop- units per acre.(Section 30_54) ment to be designed,reviewed, sornnimx>¢� di strict is Intended to provide for a of the Rlver(ront Overlay District. approved constructed,and managed variety of employment,retail and (Section 30-159) as approved by the Common Council c. munityservice opportunities, RMU:Riverfront Mixed Use.This ratherthanrequiredbytheanderly - whileallowingsomeresidentialuses district is intended to protect ingzoning district(Section 30-158) at an approximate density of up to aesthetics and water quality while 36 dwelling units per acre.Residential accommodating the wide variety of uses should not become the majority both indoor and outdoor land uses ground floor land use In this district. that benefit from locating adjacent Uses shall be compatible not only to the Fox River.Residential uses are with other uses within the district, intended to occur at a minimum but land uses in adjoining zoning approximate density of 10 dwelling rs districts as well.(Section 30-53) units per acre(Section 30-55) ' Sawdust District Master Plan j ALA (Hiciii 0£NORTH WESTERN RAILWAY C.ST.P.M.&O.RY EE.&MV.R.R. - A— _ S.C.&RR.R. s I _,y�uW2PA�cwr�1-_15 to i1a61d Llle U _c I DISTRICT HISTORY LUMBER INDUSTRY FOX RIVER AND The Foxid—'s importance cotmued BREWING People'Brewery,ammpettor,wa, LAKE WINNEBAGO intotne 1850s n chs dams funded on south Ma Street in -�;,, � r Oshkosh,and the Sot th Shore zrea B b :. -•.gas an important` and a canal e aLl d the Lover Fax Un.Peoples Brewery eventtally green, Theswdu and tour arichhitrict nationf part I a provided in industry attractive rthflow comer ast ofthcthroe District, to develop as ac ter of rieerfrant bus s the with Share kos accpvingthe entire black between of busins and dus[n.Th�Districf location for ber indusVv Os r -Rive flows through neighbor e1Oshkoshae,rry 7 development due to itn pro,iimety to a nlah and into Lake Winnebago, ini [lDcnngsc efe l- Lalongthe dafins to l8bb-B�1e94,the br v.1 151, demolition Avenaswherwever,stood w hi tan Ilyl td,mthi the v lfl a mill belt along the a tild nolitioni I97+H w ver, buof Cit -N, don a dla rds it[h n rth as dell as a�halla afreshwaterl ke that in the merged t ithG oothers[o form near,' Y iv t h it t power Paper cl is of the al brewery area that a ser as of rebu Id ng diverseand wig rl<e[s en the rg t tir 17 within thestate Known BCl6 owing Company n the Med:vestendustnal dbs. th L w F tL k �./inneba replaced V�Je co sns pony e e the sawdu tDi tlet Thc nods as natural dsasters fires and g°5 who B th C located d n the P Nheat production d I d.TheLower b ttL d to ertand free'have w [ tral h it has Ian, FSouth id fth do,Riv in^d th^ B p h " s in theJ h affected Fax proved to b id llocation b p ated into the Blended rtes d bu esses The location Oshkoshwa d the lumb�r pp t d human dingg o B�Gosh It Good- p p capital Id at heghtof di l dNatve for paper production tots W b Id tl las thran a water sources has historically c p s people It Chief o l Lo,h band becamea thelumber b th arlyl87os A cult ea The first Europeans could rtyhl 1. -sake nationally distributed beer St mid Avenue r7 varn�e sl<car�d d en ants conty tnetoene area,and the could supply dpulpt companies paper on t, Avenue. waterfronts continueto encowa n th 24 sawmills,hsh-ngle mils and? t each the Foxwere French and ge Severalhell Lincitpaperameriver acteve tada- ssh and door comparnes m operation, dunngthe French mlvnizatron of y earning Oshkosh the nickname the Americas,this route tvas used mere founded in cities along the river "Savadust City' frequently Ly fur traders. 6 Sawdust District Master Plan a . • y r All BROOKLYN FIRE HOUSE BUCKSTAFF COMPANY MENOMINEE PIONEER INN RESORT Built n 18b8 the Brooklyn Fire House The firm of Buckstaff Edwards NATION ARENA AND MARINA iswas des 1b/th arch-t ct Company was ga-ed in 1881,and TheNlenom nee Nation Arena is Pioneer Island's located east of Pioneer , rNi iam Wat rs.The building is an while it prim ilv manufactured chairs 64-00 square foot 3500 person Drive,south ofthe confluence ofthe Fox both the State and National Register, and rocker at variou,time,in the capacity Indoor arena built on the old Rive-and Lake Winnebago The Pioneer of Historic Places_Decommission, company hatcr7,ital-o manufactured Buckstaff Companysite The primary Inn Resort and Marina was constructed and -- due to age in 1947 the location of the caskets,burial robes,funeral cars, use of the arena is for basketball,and began operation on the Island In 1965.In bu ild ing at 17 West bth Avenuc means hour ,novelty furniture,and toys_ it is the home of the NBA C mague'a 2oo4,the resort owner pamally demolished it has potential to be is a significant \With ownership changes in 1912,the Wisconsin Herd,an affiliate team the existing hotel with plansto rebuild, gateway feature forthe north side of nam-2as changed to simplythe fortheM1ul—kce Bucks_The arena but it dosed In 2005 aftertheas plans did the Sawdust District It is a leading Buckstaff Company.The company a lso acts as a vein ue farav,-ty notproceed.Since that time,the marina ,.ample ofthe historic structure ontinued to manufacture furniture Bents,rang)ng from a wi nter farmers has continued to operate but the site has that ma ke up the fabric of the into the 21'century until the factory market co musical performance The otherwise remained idle and underutlead. eighborhood a nd preservation should closed in Sol development ofthe arena is a Bata lyst be a priorityfor this key building. forthePlan.as it generates significant RAILROAD activity and brings people to the The Canadian National lCN)rzilroad Sawdust District from throughout right-of-way d the CN Oshkosh rail Oshkosh. yard are prominent feature of the oraa„rn rmwumL—w_o-s+< Sawdust District providing rem rider of the industrial heritage of the District and the important role that freight transportation still plays in the City_ The active CN rail line runs through the Sawdust District in a north-south direction_ Sawdust District Master Plan 7 IMAGINE A MASTER PLAN FOR OUR CENTER CITY , � � OSHKOSH f , IMAGINE REVITALIZING VACANT NEED FOR A Redeveloping Pioneer Island OSHKOSH AND BLIGHTED AREAS DIRECT ARTERY Participants stated that they would Participants stated that they would It was noted that City should improve like to see vacant structures either OPPORTUNITY The Sawdust District Plan emerged g like to see vacant stmctures either unattractive areas along arterial torn down or repurposed,based on SITES --. from outreach undertaken in support torn down or repurposed,based on routes,such as South Main Street the quality of the building and the - oflmagmeOshkosh.Residentsand the quality of the building and the to help communicate a positive first stability of the block.Much attention Center City stakeholders were engaged stability of the block.Much attention impression of Oshkosh and help draw was paid to former industrial areas on early in the process through a diverse was paid to former industrial areas on visitors Inlo Center City. the south side of the rivet Participants variety of outreach methods,including the south side of the river.Participants noted facade improvements for public workshops,interviews and focus noted facade improvements for CATALYTIC historic South Main Street buildings groups,and an interactive project historic South Main Street buildings REDEVELOPMENT and investment in blighted residential website,which featured an online and investment in blighted residential neighborhoods as top concerns. community issues mapping tool. neighborhoods as top concerns. Catalytic redevelopments are major 0 Outreach collected from the Imagine projects that can spark adjacent and Oshkosh planning process specific surrounding development,leading to Fox RlverDevelopment to the Sawdust District is detailed P HISTORIC CHARACTER P chain effect of investment. Residents noted the ositiveim act © Op below,providing relevant community Many individuals focused on the City's identified the need to activate the the Riverwalk has had on the O 0 feedback that should be considered in past and Oshkosh's rich inventory of waterfront by completing the Riverwalk waterfront and would like to see it - a© ,the Sawdust District Plan. historic buildings,expressing a desire and promoting redevelopment of completed.Further,many felt that fbi to preserve the historic charactet key sites,including the Buckstaff this amenity could be complimented Specific actions noted included Company site,which has since been by additional private investment that f establishing a facade rehabilitation redeveloped for the Menominee could also capitalize on the scenery -- .©� ` 0 program and updating all signage to Nation Arena.Residents suggested and recreation along the waterfront, - i ©. -,._ historic standards. developing mixed-use destinations on including new mixed-use development the parcels,including retail,residential and corporate campuses.Emphasis units,and hotels.With the Menominee was placed on the South Shore. M. ": Nation Arena now acting as a catalytic ., redevelopment the outreach each '. envisioned use from outreach has t increased. - F OPWrt A,Sitez Map from tr-7 Imagine OSF6 zF MarterPlan 8 Sawdust District Master Plan 4 ®:r � A 1 Air - . - OUTREACH STAKEHOLDER SAWDUST DISTRICT What is in Vision Statement INTERVIEWS ADVISORY GROUP The vision sLatemcnEsets forth an Strengths Weaknesses SUMMARY (SDAG) city serf conducted nine one-on-one aspimnonal naname that articulates DVaterhont Environmental conditions Community outreach is critical to keystakeholder Interviews designed Between March2C]8 and JUly the collective desires afthecommunity the Sawdust District Plan local toprovideindividualsanopportunity 2C19 the advisory group met nine andservesasthefoundationforthe Valkableenvrronment Railroad outreach began with informative be engage with the planning process times to provide input on the Plan. strategies and recommendations set Local hlatory Blight on Pioneer Island mailings sent to 79 property owner in a conversational setting The goal Participation in the SDAG regularly forth In the Plan Through a genes of and stakeholders in the Distrac3 mas to examine nuanced information included between la and 18 residents, public meetiri the SDAG identified Development ready area Adjacent neighborhoods outlining the process and identifying in finer detail from local stakeholder community stakeholders,and City improvements and changes they the purpose of the Plan.The mailings perspective and to more accurately staff The group rmarked to establish mould make In the District_Knowing Quality buildings Camplex development provided a map of the District,a link dsscss conditions and potentials. boundaries for the district and the the intent of the stakeholders,and to the Plan v2ebsite3 and included e Interne�a uestions focused on the functional subareas.create aloga and •Available land highNot-ectty accessible from q working under the framework of highway requestfor input Subsequent outreach following topics branding elements forthe project. Imagine Oshkosh,the SDAG developed City commitment to the area efforts,detailed below guided the and expand upon recommendations tireSawdusL Baarictvision statement Too many property owners planning process and A directly current District Character identified in Imagine Oshkosh.Most in coordination with City staff.The Major gateway control available land reflected in the recommendations and Future District Character importantlythe group was tasked t ith vision statement also incorporates Extend,the Center City policies of the final Plan_ providing feedback and input to City other information gathered through •Land Use staff as the Plan was creat p ed. the lannne process and n gins i adjacent neighborhood, _ •Future of Development, the district as it will be In the future, Redevrk,pment and H<,usm;; Vision ing Exercise pirscsiri ideas and concepts and Opportunities Threats •Envhonment In May 2018,the SDAG participated describing an ideal scenario_ Establish the area as an Costly soil rsmediation in air interactive exercise using a entertainment district •Economic Development stcngths.vdcaknesses,opportunities, fandovaners may notwant to •Transportation and threats jS,VOT)formatto further Redevelopment of Pioneer Island develop or invest in their property develop a vision for the Sawdust bvaterhout development Competition with other District.The rest Its of the workshop communities provided di section for the vision and New Menominee Nation Arena are directly reflected in the policies and recommendations of the Plan_ Sawdust District Master Plan 9 SAWDUST DISTRICT PLAN VISION STATEMENT GUIDING PRINCIPLES Encourage a Pedestrian- The Sawdust District,nestled in the heart of the Center City at the Imagine Oshkosh included key Oriented Environment confluence of the Fox River and Lahe Winnebago,is a regional destination recommendations specific to the A mix of uses can also encourage Sawdust District.These remain valid pedestrian activity.The Plan intends containing an eclectic mix of businesses,entertainment venues,and and are expanded here as guiding to achieve a pedestrian-oriented residential opportunities.The dynamic neighborhood is active year-round, principles for the sawdust District environment for the District,especially Recommendations for the Sawdust District p middling a variety of experiences for residents and visitors alike.People Master Plan.Recommendations and along South Main Street that improves are provided district-wide where appropriate choose to live in the District due to the great quality of life supported by strategies articulated throughout the mobility while minimizing pedestrian Detailedspecific recommendations are further a diversity of housing options and convenient proximity to amenities, Plan support these guiding principles. and automobile conflicts. deftned for the six functional subareas. including shopping,to he and riverfront open spaces,trail connections, and a unique industrial heritage.Visitors come to enjoy the same Develop an Exciting, Capture the Eclectic Character In this Chapter amenities,and to experience the energetic excitement that surrounds Mixed-Use District Historic buildings and features define Menominee Nation Arena on gameday or during a special event. The success of retail and dining the district.To maintain the unique, Fuctional Subareas(page 28) options depend on a residential eclectic character they provide, The pedestrian-friendly environment of the District,enhanced by population in proximity.A good the Plan focuses on preserving housing mix exists in the Sawdust and integrating them into new thoughtful streetscaping and roadway design,encourages activity at District,however,enhancing development scenarios wherever a human scale.New development complements the existing eclectic excitement and vitality will depend possible. character,and buildings with historic characteristics are treasured as on the introduction of new housing local assets and an integral part of the City's fabric.Mixed use infill options and businesses arranged Embrace the Waterfront development alongSouth Main Street has further encouraged people in a mixture of land uses.The p g p p Sawdust District Master Plan strives The confluence of the Fox River to interact daily with each other and their environment on the street. to strengthen the mixed-use and Fake Winnebago provide a The District is well-connected to its surroundings,with development environment to this end. waterfront,which the Plan aims to and transportation patterns engaging and respecting adjacent further cultivate and expand as an neighborhoods.Throughout Oshkosh,the Sawdust District water front asset for the District and the larger has developed a reputation focused on public use and enjoyment, Oshkosh community.Development complementing the variety of activities and places found there. of the eer Islan and improvements to Pioneer sland will reinforce the South Shore waterfront as a lively and valuable community gathering space. 10 Sawdust District Master Plan Sawdust District - Redevelopment Plan CONCEPTUAL VISUALIZATION 1.PedesMan and bike arress S.(Hfio=.or ri-use building M Pedestrian bridge 25 Adjacent residential Jj'`n���' ,' Q no,g ex¢[ig britlge antl an neighbntn.d undeepass wnneRigthe 9.Mu edevelop—t 1].Multi-famiy development l ! ! ," nve Ik ium l onthegroundFloor1 nt wkh 1&Hotel/resort develop-,d.11o gSouth Main 2 Gate.yfeature antl playa ofice and residential uses on the 19.Pioneer plaza and gatherng S[ree[ spare announog th,entmnre upperfloors) area 2JSouN Main Street madwa tothe Sawdu cr.dCL y 1Q Parkigfor miurl use 20.Fxirtig marina,boatstomge, improvements(using current j ,!,>P 301fice or mixed use building developmen[alog South Main antl boattlocks right-of-way) J ksin le-fa'I atted,. sveH 2S..Com nJelinfill ' 6 miy 21.Muhi-familytle✓elopmeM me S Public lazy endo n Parking tleckfor ofRreor development along South Main p Pen space mlxed use Plevels) 22-N.open spare,and berm street GMi'd use infill development 11 Rirenvalk bAenng existing milyenf 29.Multi-family tl—onn- a ong South Main Street 13Mu14-familytlerelopment 23Arena 3a Wfth-familytlerelopment JMix4 use development N.South Main Street roadway (0 ema tlrestaamnts uses 149[M1 Avenue 31.Single-nnfly at h. impmveme o(using expanded n thegmundflaor oath five «tensioNeonnection M1gM-of-vraY) Floors)itlen4aluss on tM1eupper 15 TAhead and peting 14 i H% �t P 5 Y v� Sawdust District Master Plan DISTRICT � �I➢Gii - WIDE I- -N-F - Recommendations specific to the needs of each functional a subarea establish the approach for improvement and J - enhancement going forward.Detailed and specific recommendations are articulated around desired land uses,catalytic sites,design and redevelopment,specific transportation improvements,public spaces,and LAND USE SINGLE-FAMILY MIXED USE ENTERTAINMENT lacemakin components reacho the subare ATTACHED Mixed use development is key to the AND HOSPITALITY p g p f° f The Sawdust District contains a mix Rowhomes,townhomes,and duplexes walkability of the Sawdust District and Entertainment and hospitality uses of land uses divided by South Main increase density and act as a middle- should be the definitive land use found should be increased in the District In this section: Street and(tamed by water on two sides,however,the rommence of sine-familgcoached component betweenalong the South Main Street corridor. Catalyzed hose Menominee Nation •Land Use(page 12) p single-family detached neighborhoods Mixed use developments improve Arena,new hospitality uses should •Transportation(page 14) vacant property and street-fironting and multi-family developments.These housing options and increase local be developed on Pioneer Island.New surface lots can create the impression uses should be considered in keyareas retailo opportunities.Building types entertainment development should •Placemahing(page 2?) of an empty,inactive area.The land PP gyp p use plan serves as a blueprint for the toprovide a seamless transition into should contribute to the street wall be encouraged immediately south location and type of future growth single-familyneighborhoods to the that will define South Main Street of the Arena,providing additional and development within the Sawdust west and south of the Sawdust District opportunities to visitors and residents. District,outlining desired future uses MULTI-FAMILY COMMERCIAL OFFICE on a parcel-by-parcel basis.The land To serve the whole corridor,larger use plan identifies uses for parcels to To generate pedestrian traffic and commercial developments should be Office uses generate daytime activity encourage new development that can improve housing options for residents considered between 14th and 15th and support local businesses and create jobs and spur investment. in all stages of life,multi-family Avenues on the east side of South restaurants,especially du ring the lunch housing should be developed in the Main Street Parcels on the northwest hour.Smaller office spaces should be Land uses shown on the future district.There is significant opportunity side of 14th Avenue and South Main considered on the east side of the land use map have been selected as forthis housing type,including in new Street provide additional opportunity South Main Street corridor between appropriate in the Sawdust District lakefront development areas nearthe for commercial uses.Commercial 14th and 16th Avenues.The parcel based on fieldwork and outreach marina,on either side of 10th Avenue, uses in this part of the District should on the east side of South Main Street conducted for Imagine Oshkosh,as and at the south end of the District. further support Arena activity and between 7th and 8th Avenues should well as subsequent fieldwork,outreach, Multi-family housing options should provide shopping opportunities for the be developed for a larger office/ and aerial examination.The future be available at a variety of price points whole neighborhood,with easy access business park use with access to the land use map shows a potential in rental and condo configurations from US 45 to the south. South Main Street corridor and the scenario defining where specific land to serve young professionals,senior Riverfront. uses may be located.The functional residents,and workforce residents. subareas provide further information on specific land uses. 12 Sawdust District Master Plan Eta L71 INDUSTRIAL MARINA PUBLIC PARKING The industrial use on the south side The marina should be updated and Public parking should be considered of the District remains appropriate maintained as a key waterfront carefully to provide adequate space as South Main Street in the District component that contributes to the for the area.With new entertainment transitions to US 45.This use should unique character of the Sawdust uses and a thriving South Main Street be maintained to provide stable District.Long term,the marina corridor,proposed parking between employment and draw regional use should continue to provide 8th and 9th Avenues should serve daytime activity to the area. recreational opportunities for boating new open space along the riverfront, and fishing on Lake Winnebago. support new businesses along South PARKS AND OPEN SPACE Main Street,and provide convenient Public open space should be further RAILROAD overflow access for evening events. saa, developed as a distinguishing feature The Canadian National(CN)Railway of the District.Waterfronts are right-of-way and the CN Oshkosh rail premium spaces,and the confluence yard are components of CN's active the Fox River and Lake Winnebago North American rail network.The m ' means that the District boasts two. railroad right of waywill remain active The District should fully embrace these for the foreseeable future and should waterfronts by preserving public open be maintained as a land use in the space and providing river and lakefront District. access to all. LAND USE PLAN Lzike snge-Ramavnuad,ad orcKe �Mwu-Farrar ■innaaa MixN Use PaAc owsr— �CammeMal �Manna ■EmettainmentaM ❑Railroad ..P.rcy IN nuKaamng �ai o m •m m+ Sawdust District Master Plan TRANSPORTATION COMPLETE STREET ROADWAYS ELEMENTS There are four types of roadways - Tosupportasportacensystemmuste A complete street is a roadway that within the Sawdust District,each be ecomprehesportand shim dal. is designed to be safe for all users of with their own design and purpose. 1 ••••• be hefun functional hear of the ism the transportation network,including Roadway types include: At the functional around the District motorists,transit riders,bicyclists, -.�� bthe need to get around x ensi ok and pedestrians.At its foundation, •Arterials carry the major portion of the bike,car,it bus.As an extension t complete streets reclaim the roadways trips entering and exiting the urban the Center City,the Sawdust District and equally account for the full area.South Main Street is the only ... ........ should provide a pedestrian-oriented spectrum of potential users.This does arterial in the District,functioning environment while accounting for not mean that automobile movement as a primary route in and out of the other modes.Adequate parking, is ignored,but rather,complete Oshkosh. without a surplus,should be available. streets seek to incorporate sidewalks, •Collector Roads connect bike lanes,transit stops,and other The Sawdust District already enjoys neighborhoods to South Main convenient access and mobility elements within the roadway.As Street and are intended to provide the desired increase in intensity access to neighborhood amenities j of uses occurs,a fully connected A key recommendation in Imagine and community facilities. system will need to be supported Oshkosh was to develop acomplete - by the improvements identified in streets plan.The City should also Local Roads serve the largely Menominee this section.These include planned consider adopting a complete streets single-family neighborhoods to the —1-Aron, and sec ion.Thessary ese lodeimp planned policy to encourage implementation west of the District. projects,parking recommendations, infrastructure f complete streets elements as road .Alleys and Access Roads provide d.Thea omme maintained andutility and service connections for sam complete street principles,pedestrian tY - and bicycle mobility enhancements, updated.The recommendations with businesses in the District. and transit connections. the Sawdust District Master Plan are intended to align with a complete Changes to the roadway network streets approach to the greatest extent within the Sawdust district include —_ possible,given roadway constraints in the extension or vacation of existing the District roadways. •Roadway Extensions are proposed -- to improve connectivity and strategically complete the street grid. .Roadway Vacations are intended ROADWAYS - tocreateopportunityforbetter H^nenai rmaa access to the riventront or to create 0� opportunities to consolidate rot taaacaa parcels for larger development or �nwe�arrcrn«as open space opportunities. �7 aoaev,�rxrensan amdv�vaunm p merraxeoaavrarcccpunn 14 Sawdust District Master Plan Collector Roads Local Roads The District is served by two collectors, Local roads serve the largely single- 9th Avenue and South Parl<Avenue, - family neighborhoods to the west of _ each intended to conned surrounding the District,but also conned to South neighborhoods to South Main Street Main Street in alignment with the and provide access community CiN's grid system. destinations,such as schools, churches,parks,and shopping areas. - Local roads are quieter and less busy At the north end of the District 6ih than collector roads and connect Avenue a a collector road,designed to _ adjacent neighborhoods to and from distribute and coh Tact traffic between the District considering wide lane - oca I roads and arterials-6th,9th, widths,parking may occu r on-street - andSouthParkAvenuesshouldbe - but does not necessarily require comfortable places to drive,?„a1k,and demarcation Standard six-foot bicycle idewalks are appropriate within the pedestrian areas,along Rh atree-6ne Collector roads leadingto and from _ parkwayto enhance the image of local the Sawdust District should be reads-Streetlights vlth i n the parkway pedestrian-oriented with standard six- should be scaled for vehicles-Given the foot id ll ighlyai ible striped wv lu furfficrosswalk,do cre,w Iks dp ow ,sto area, = -i "`<"'_ -`-'-`"""` ""' ,-„ t ilyl v [ b striped or "'<`°"` '""`"- a so p tie b w n pedestrians f liz d d d i,;naccd bike area and the road Nay-The typical 6C foot arenotr'cessary- nght-cf-wa• Iso accommodate �may a dedicated on-street parking or bike Alleys and Access Roads an-streetlights"hould be both pedestrian a nd veh icuIarly scaled. - - Street-franti ng A i I i rigs on the west with ba nners to promote the Sawdust 4� — side blocks of South Main Street Dlstrct and special events Streettrees 1 beta.een at and 16th Aenues _ should be located within the parkway are served by alleys a workhorse ar in tree grates in the a IIk — component to the DKtncfs a , depending Id w.lk�inch-Further transportationsystem°II s — desgn cic c fr m Chc South Mai n provide convenient a access to - Streetroadw yt anent should be businesses ford Fier its and garbage corporatedtoreinforce a unified pickup keepingthe utilitarian side design theme throughout District. - i of local businesses out of the public .>d' Ut Ft)Tines should be buried if fasibl thorou ghfa re.These shays should be 4 aincained as a key component of The C ty',2020-2024 Capital _ South Main Street The conditions of Im provement Plan ICIP)identifies a - - _ the alleys should be well maintained and free of visual clutter or hest possible project to reconstruct 9th - Screening should be encouaged far Avznuz fromm South Main Street to - - justv.estoftheCNGailroadtracks- xamoreimam unattractive outdoor utility boxes and xamur�imaa� hrecommended improvements should ) a r ' ) - crash cans 7 e e.r 7 CnOYdlnate J/lCh this project k G an, ) e x �-�(� 11)cs Jut- u�. cal u.'l Lr a P l .l:-rill< �Y-),,.lee "I 1n. �rs1 Av�Fn�fPA Eihv nnv Sawdust District Master Plan is SOUTH MAIN STREET The City should work with property 6th Avenue to 8th Avenue South Main Streetfunctions as an owners to enhance South Main This section should undergo a road diet to allow for a central arteria4 carr Ing a major portion Street with attractive storefronts _ turning lane and a wider pedestrian zone-A road diet reduces fca[unng hospitable entrances,large lanes in number or size to use tines for other modes of of trips into the Center City and pace functioning as a primary route a and display windows,and awnings-Mixed transportation or street elements-In this case,wider sidewalks out of Oshkosh-To the south,South use buildings with commercial an with grated bees are added to provide a safer and more Main Street transitions to Highway 45, the ground floor and office and/or i comfortable pedestrian experience-Due to the lack of space for a north-south United States highway, residential above should be promoted bike lanes,bike infrastructure can be provided as sharrows spanning the country from border to T,a,fiect,ttr�arrndor,alongvaith long travel lanes-Sharrows indicate bicyclists share lanes with ooftopspac-a dsdewalk cafes- au tomobile traffic Bl<ewayfacilitresarefurtherdcnned in the border r Pubfcgath - plans and open bike network sectian- ��� South Main Street serves as the spacesareals desirable-on Street I spine of the Sawdust Districtand parking should be provided for _ .1 should be the focus of future roadway convenience,butalsofoi pedestrian improvement-To be successful, comfort.Parkinglotsshould be located South Main Street must exhibit design bahind buildings with at tractive pa[hs nsidera trans and elements that connecting to the street work together to make the District - 8th Avenue to South Park Avenue act acdvc and welcoming.Many of The most recent South Main Street these components can already be traffic counts were conducted Inr. The most slgrnficant enhancements and road diet should be found l n other areas of oshkosh,a Sol 9 forth,segment between Stir Implemented along this section-As development occurs, mrd 9tlr Avenues nr thre Dlstn<t AADT property along the east side of South Main Street should be testament to past planning,decision ,.nos measuredat t2,S00 vehicles An acquired to Increase the right-of-way to SO feet by extenci,it makn;;,and City leadership-South eastward-The new roadway composition should nclude two Main Street should further build on additional South Main Street count n-street parkng,lanes,two travel—lanes,acentral turnnz,lane this e;eistingfoundation by creating me,su red AADT at 5,000 vehicles and wdesdewalks with zrated ts-B ke nfrastrt cture should a corridor that is highly accessible for bet-en South Park Avenue and lxh r be pre,ded as on street sharrows or by convert rig a park rig both pedestrians and vehicles and Avenue in Sul S- la me to dedicated bike lanes - nd sea ped where right-of-way width _ II Th Ci[)' 2020 2724 CapiCal„s_ f v nc tPl ICIPl identifies To faster a pedestrian ewironm,nt, the cntimsctior of South Main wide and comforabh sid,wal ks Str,s n the Distrct for full should be provided with opportunities reconstruction in 2023,including - ao formid-blockcrossings-Atk,y publlcut'rtisand laterals.Th, Imors,cdans,visibl,crosswalks vaith Plan divides S<utI I Ma In street vaned materials should be constructed into three improvement sections, to increase safety and create traffic- with a variety of recommendations South Park Aven ue to 77th Avenue ca luring effects Shadetrees,attractive to be considered based on traffic Due to the limited width of this section's right-of-wayatbo sid"a lk landscaping,pedestrian- volumes and surrounding uses- feet,decreased lane widths to I I feet should be considered. scaled lighting,and outdoor seating These recommendations should Landscaping should be provided on either side of the road..and and amenities can also help be considered be fore and du ring sk-foot sidewalks should be maintained - strengthenpedestrian-orientation. ieconstruction. wart-of-way 16 Sawdust District Master Plan PLAN VIEW SOUTHEAST VIEW OF MAIN STREET Existing Cross Section r This cross section displays the existing conditions of South Main Street.Currently, there is a lack of landscaping and sidewalks run _ directly next to oncoming trafic,creating an ...•_. uncomfortable walking experience. 9 PHASING OF SOUTH MAIN STREET ROAD DIET y As road diets can be a costly and lengthy process,intermediate improvements can be implemented to provide initial,short term - enhancements.The City should phase improvements between 8th Street and South Park Avenue as short and long r term improvements. Short Term Improvements yp Within the next two to three years,the City � I - should restripe South Main Street to designate on-street parking two travel lanes,and a - central turning lane.Interim striping can ill improve the roadway before the larger improvements outlined in the CIP take place. Long Term Improvements After the acquisition of additional land to the east,the City should expand the right-of-way eastward to include wide pedestrian areas on both sides of the street with sidewalks,grated trees,two on-street parking lanes,two travel ► S lanes,and a central turning lane. Sawdust District Master Plan 17 NRK�NG Vk H i". " a I - - E—PieW g. PARKING Off Street Parking Design Shared Parking 1.1P^rhmggp,pge24 P^.ping lot d1irM with peees[nan c^nnec[ionsaJPaMingzcremee Parking in the sawdust District should Off-street parking lots and structures Certain off-street parking designs Shared parking isabest practice which —e,ma a—W^n^^a m^es pmgaP„wc accommodate visitors,employees,and should be designed and located so should be implemented along South allows for parking to support different n^,pmgiooeignagesa PaMmgiptEe:Ignee with neaesmpn�o^^e<no�:ape mreno,ape:�aPmg residents.Parking areas should consist that they are safe,efficient,and do Main Street throughout the District: uses at different times of day.Shared e.1 P^,kg1m zc,ee^wan lanezmPmg7jP-1 of a combination of on-street parking not disrupt the pedestrian scale of parking can be formed by agreement p^,nmg masig^r and carefully considered off-street the Sawdust District Off-street public •Between 6th Avenue and 11th between two businesses,or between parking lots or structures. parking is proposed between 8th and Avenue,parking should be not be a business and the City.An example - 9th Avenues and Nebraska Street and visible from South Main Street.All in the Sawdust District could be the eth Avenue to serve newo ens ace parking whether public parking Arena offering daytime parking to On-Street Parking P P g in P n along the riverfront and businesses or an accessory lot for a business, support local businesses when no On-street parking areas should be along South Main Street.It should also should be accessed off a side street Arena events are scheduled.The City designed to provide short-term provide convenient access for overflow and located to the rear of buildings should investigate shared parking I _ convenient parking.On-street evening event parking when needed. wherever possible. agreements to maximize existing parking narrows the street crossing Longterm,a parking structure should surface lots in the District.Public width,encourages slower speeds,and From 11 th Avenue to 17th Avenue, be considered between 8th and 9th parking furthers the shared parking provides a buffer between moving parking located along South Main Avenues before additional re shoo lots concept by providing facilities for all to motor vehicle traffic and pedestrians Street should be accessed from the are developed.The structure should be along a sidewalk.A road diet and right- set behind street-fronting mixed use cross street to reduce the number use. i l; of-way expansion along South Main buildings on South Main Street and of curb cuts. Street from 7th Avenue to South Park ParkingSignage should be screened and landscaped .All parking lots should be well Avenue will allow for parallel on-street Public awareness should be improved on the ground floor to maintain a landscaped and screened from parking.Additional on-street pleasant pedestrian experience. with methods to inform the parking should be considered along P PSouth Main Street. community of public parking options collector roads.On South Main Street, within the Sawdust District.The businesses should be permitted to development and implementation of count on-street parking in front of the a signage and wayflnding program, ..w.l business toward parking minimums; community outreach efforts,and a reducing the need for additional off- public parking branding strategy that ^^^• street parking. is cohesivewith Center City parking PARKING should make access easy and clear, especially for visitors. g°6"ng0n-sreerPan',g w'"• W1 Pmpx,.t10n-SbcH Pa 'g I rXj NOOn-Aiei,',iWng PP,r d5hare,IP gnx .W �raMi- 18 ICI�' Sawdust District Master Plan 4 WJ Pq lkd Nil 6 Emmpklmaga TRAILS At 14th Avenue and Pioneer Drive, The Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan Bicycle parhing aTmiisig,age wif map ofcommunitys park a south gateway trailhead should included the following criteria for and turns sysrem zaeirre.o�re mremonai The Sawdust District has the capacity To encourage bicycle usage within the sJv.geaj sedm�nrtmmm�ngwu—in, mark the entrance to the system with identifying recommended facilities: pmt,,tW boimrds al MarkWon-eheet to improve on the larger Oshkosh Sawdust District,additional bike racks Hike lane s)oeeomure bike pemm similar amenities provided.The 14th gba Bike trail vents andrk connections to thekey it Avenue trail head should connect to Formalizing safe routes from origins shouldbutes an at key delong stinatinatedons mte„etlanPSm,,;ngzaai re.eme wn w¢b segments long the Fox connections r the the marina,orienting trail users to the to destinations. bicycle routes and deed destinations psi^�e Riverwalk along the Fox River and Lake such as the two trailhead locations. Winnebago.New lake and riverfront waterfront and boaters to the District. Bicycle parking should be incorporated B Eliminating gaps within the current Y P g P development should continue to network. within any streetscaping enhancement ' incorporate trail connections.A new BIKE NETWORK projects.To encourage shopping trail alongtheexisting railwayshould To encourage biking as a viablesafe, Continuing the expansion of by bike,the City should work with be developed to provide a key north- and enjoyable mode of transportation the existing off road facilities local businesses to implement a bike south route in the District,providing in the District a quality bike utilizing natural and other areas of parking request program,allowing O connections to the Riverwalk at the network should be developed.Close opportunity. business owners to request bike racks trailhead locations and contributing consideration should be given to for the right-of-way in front of their to a cohesive system.Ultimately the the detailed bike and pedestrian Improve access and connectivity for store.The City should investigate using trail system in the District should be improvements outlined in the City's bicyclists and pedestrians within on-street parking spaces on certain pleasant but also utilitarian,serving 2019 Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan. the Oshkosh community. blocks for bike parking corrals,which as both a useful transportation The network should be well-connected The Sawdust District offers great would provide parking for 10 to 20 connection and a place for leisu re.Trail and defined along key arterials and potential to improve recommended bikes in the space previously occupied — wayfindingshouldcohesivelyintegrate collector mads,allowing residents from facilities that meet each of these by one parked vehicle. with the bikeway wayfinding system. adjacent neighborhoods and even criteria while adding a new waterfront from neighboringcommunitiestofeel component to the City's bikenetwork. Trailheads comfortable biking throughout the On-street,improvements should Thetwo proposed trailheadsshould Sawdust District. include dedicated bike lanes wherever mw = provide active transportation nodes, right-of-way width allows,where acting as multimodal basecamps along Expanding the Networh lanes cannot accommodate a full bike the waterfront connecting trails,the The City's 2019 Bike and Pedestrian lane,sharrows demarcating shared- TRAILS AND Riverwalk,and bike routes.The first,at Master Plan identified South Main lane routes should be incorporated. 9th Avenueand Pioneer Drive,should Street,12th Avenue,Pioneer Drive,and Bikeways should be well-marked by BIKE ROUTES be the nonmotorized gateway to the the Riverwalk around the perimeter of necessary striping and pavement r�Pkm;nge�keaoure District and the waterfront.Trailhead Pioneer Island as new bikeway facilities markings.All bikeways should be Pmpo.�d—inure the Sawdust District include history of which should be developed. clearly designated with signage, PxsongPmernap the Sawdust District and provide which can be incorporated within P,p��a a wayfinding map to encourage a broader wayfinding program as Pmpo; .0 enjoyment of the area on foot.Water well as streetscaping enhancement Q8 Pmposedttawd fountains,benches,and dog waste projects.Bikeway wayfinding should stations should be provided. also cohesively integrate with the trail wayfinding system. I Sawdust District Master Plan ^fP IImIII i III 7 i� - � II i_.aryl• t., F. ICI � examvlelmagg SIDEWALKS Sidewalk Types INTERSECTIONS AND Decorative Crosswalk "M -block—ing2)Co mwtal cross walk CROSSWALKS w;mv de:ma crosmgslgnages wme Movement of pedestrians throughout Curb-side sidewalks are directly These crosswalks delineate pedestrian -emesmermk w¢h mndemPmgaJ the District is critical.A safe and adjacent to the roadway.This The safe and easy crossing of roads crossing areas using decorative P Away,idewalk w;th—r-5)Mid-blak attractive pedestrian environment can sidewalk placement can create an is integral to pedestrian-oriented elements,such as colored or textured conOnental P�eesvm—mgw;M'kg"VQ P P g P r,�„.� „�nwmk: significantly contribute to the overall uncomfortable pedestrian experience, environment.Common tools utilized concrete or stamped asphalt.They comfort,character,and appeal of the with pedestrians adjacent to moving to aid in safe crossing include signage, create a sense of place and identity Sawdust District,helping catalyze traffic.Curb-side sidewalks should be striping,countdown timers,and within an area;however,low contrast additional investment.The width, a minimum of six feet in width with a bump-outs.The type of tools used designs can lead to decreased placement,and design of sidewalks,as preferred width of eight feet to provide should vary based on the functional visibility.This crosswalk treatment well as their use on different roadway a wider buffer to the travel lanes.The classification of the intersecting is best used for roadways with slow classifications,can have a significant presence of on-street parking can roadways,surrounding land uses,and travel speeds and few travel lanes and impact on pedestrian comfort and assist to create a barrier between the type of pedestrian route. can be combined with continental overall use.As opportunities arise in sidewalk and traffic,while textured crosswalks to further increase visibility. ,tl,,,, •• - theSawdustDistrict,andes especially avers,planters,and street trees can The City should consider decorative `�'�•m• ••rt• P Y P P Transverse Crosswalks Y t in coordination with South Main enhance long expanses of pavement. components for crosswalks at key eimtf&r Street capital improvements,the City These are traditional crosswalk signalized intersections,including at should utilize sidewalk best practices Parkway sidewalks are separated markings,using parallel bands to South Park and South Main Street,and which take into consideration specific from the roadway with landscaping delineate pedestrian space.This type at 6th Avenue and South Main Street. needs for the roadway.These should elements such as grass,flowers, of crosswalk marking is difficult for ,w be incorporated within streetscaping, or trees.Where the right-of-way motorists to see,which poses a safety general maintenance,and other public allows,parkway sidewalks are the hazard to pedestrians.Transverse Signalized Intersections � works projects to gradually update preferred sidewalk treatment to crosswalks should not be used. Signalized intersections are the busiest sidewalk gaps,creating a complete, provide a landscaped buffer between and most prominent intersections well-connected sidewalk network. pedestrians and vehicles.In addition to Continental Crosswalk within the District.Signalized enhancing pedestrian safety,parkways These crosswalks are considered intersections are on South Main have the potential to accommodate Street at 6th Avenue,9th Avenue,and •'! Sidewalk Zones P high-visibility,which are more easily South Park Avenue which should be t�F sustainable landscaping techniques seen by drivers.Use of continental ........,r 't Well-functioning sidewalks consist considered the core intersections of SIDEWALKS&including bioswales,rainwater inlets, crosswalks rather than transverse of four distinct zones of activity that the District.As definitive stopping and rain gardens,as well as provide crosswalk markings have been shown INTERSECTIONS provide for a safe and comfortable points for passing motor vehicles, opportunities to establish a tree to significantly increase intersection mrxaro,gs,ueMak - pedestrian experience.This includes canopy. safety.These should be implemented these should be a focus for street- VT P'Px sdcwdk as best a frontage zone to buffer the building practice for all non-signalized g fronting buildout as development Qsg��lreakrc�,xvon from pedestrians and allow space South Main Street crossings in the occurs. �RaOraaecressmg for dining or merchandise displays; I = a pedestrian zone that is free of District. C obstacles for people to travel;a utility Cp zone for trees,planters,and light and G utility poles;and a curb zone that E serves as a transition area between the sidewalk and road. 20 Sawdust District Master Plan eFSOROEER T& MARIMA 1 PUBLIC TRANSIT Coordinating with Development StopandShelters epesmppnbmepia.epsrppremdp antlscFetlulea[buz-p aJOSFkozF buz dJ Go Transit serves the City of Oshkosh As the Sawdust District develops,the Trans it stops in the District should Buz zhe1-6JPinneerResort6J Menominee with reliable,affordable,and accessible City should work with Go Transit to be fully improved with benches, rvaionalarena public transportation.The Sawdust provide a total of three stops and a shelters,and informationalsignage. District benefits from the system's new loop on the Witzel/9th route.New These improvements should include Witzel/9th route,which operates along route patterns and transit stops should a branding effort to contribute to the South Main Street at the north side of be considered as follows: image of the Sawdust District. - the District One stop is provided at the i_`•"` corner of 7th Avenue and South Main •As the bus proceeds east,it should Street as the bus heads northbound turn right instead of left on South toward the Center City on a circulator Main Street. route. •Anew transit stop should be provided at South Park Avenue to O ••• ••• _ serve Menominee Nation Arena and the surrounding area. •The bus should travel east on 14th Avenue before heading north on Pioneer Drive. •An additional new transit stop should besited nearthe pedestrian ' bridge to Pioneer Island to serve new development. •The bus should turn left on the s•. newly connected 9th Avenue before turning right on South Main Street. •The bus should resume the normal BUS ROUTES route and stop at 7th Avenue rxennswrtzd aidmhaure before heading into the Center City. Pm�Pu WWn�e rdvm �.Pmpattlw¢eari ft IbureSmp I I Sawdust District Master Plan ICI I 7AN } - w ii EwmOrelmages RAILROADS MitigatingRail Impacts TRUCK ROUTES I1.11-d b.Nftmsurroundhg;by The Canadian National CN Beautification elements,such as The City of Oshkosh has several vegemdonbgkm;madcrostrmg—wssmg ( ) ty gate and nashingligM si$,aIZSJTmck mute Railway providesa moninderofthe landscaping decorative street(ights, designated multi-axletruck routes th—gh mm jWry dit—)d.-.- QT—k through--in', a ea mute industrial heritage of the District ornery railroad gates,should be used for the delivery of industrial and �ommemmi mda, and the important role that freight incorporated to decrease the relatively commercial goods.While designated transportation still plays in the City. industrial character and improve the truck routes prevent significant noise The active CN rail line runs through overall appearance of the corridor. and traffic impacts to local roads,the the eastern portion of the Sawdust concentration of truck traffic on key 'III District in a north-south direction. Railroad Crossings corridors can have negative impacts More than 20 trains per day use the on the areas they cross.South Main With more pedestrian and bicyclist rail line,which extends from Fond du Street and 9th Avenue are existing Lac through Oshkosh,heading north activity,safety around the railroad designated truck mutes that run to Neenah,Menasha,and Appleton. should be improved.The trail crossing through the Sawdust District,which The rail line and switching lines form a at the railroad should be enhanced the City should closely monitor.As light li hi fl t i with crossing gates,flashing g physical barrier between Pioneer Island w the Sawdust District redevelops and audiblens crossbuck sig ns,g , and the properties to the west along signals, move away from its industrial past, South Main Street. devices,and pavement markings. truck routes may become a hindrance In addition to the existing crossing to pedestrian-oriented developments, With no grade-separated railroad gates,the Pioneer Drive rail crossing particularly along South Main Street. crossings,the rail line threatens at the north side of the District and As necessary,truck routes should / connectivitybetween Pioneer Island the 14th Avenue crossing to the south be reviewed for rerouting to protect and the rest of the Sawdust District. should include approaching sidewalks, pedestrian-oriented environments, The height ofthe railroad bridge over flashing light signals,crossbuck while still allowing for efficient the Fox River creates an additional signs,audible devices,and pavement movement of trucks within the bannerwhich disrupts boat travel and markings. community. inhibits the extension of the Riverwalk further east to Lake Winnebago.In addition,the rail line acts as a major barrier to lakefront development and TRUCK ROUTES investment to the Sawdust District. F'wr�gaa,re 22 Sawdust District Master Plan L112 - rpNOW _ �mvar„wge PLACEMAKING Street trees shou Id be located with in In the Sawdust District,it is important public Art 1JD—wn osnkoshw°ynpdmgslgppge theparkwayorintreegratesinthe that a visitor knows which streets zfmron,°cm^m:gig.,°ge°eo°iv°nr�°rc The success of the Sawdust District Public art can foster community pride, di:prayedm°°°m —a.1Mvmap,ge^rmg sidewalk depending on sidewalk access the waterfront,how to get t�--ity44P,bh—o^°meetm,,, encourage healthier lifestyles,reduce will be defined by its character. width.New streetscaping and to Menominee Nation Arena,and sa w°y�5^dmgeign°gewanbmclnf- - Placemakingis focused oncreating pedestrian enhancements will improve where to find parking.Additionally, vandalism and cost,exengthpand eaming ^�,nynduk.�e:°^d b.Htamp.n,°u°n public that promote activity and awareness coandstren Public nwp°^ °rya'°Miaart bu°t inOo^°t°�°� P P P tY connectivity across the Sawdust wayfinding should direct visitors to thelocalart community.Public art m^a:wpe and identity.This section provides District. historic sites and buildings. installations should be prioritized recommendations to improve the District's function and to make this A component ofwayfinding should within the Sawdust District to improve Gateway and Way�inding Signage i the area's appearance,vitality,and segment of south Main Street include distinct signage along the interest.Public art installations should To announce arrival to the Sawdust destination street.Specifically,it Rivervalk.This should be cohesive addresses the relationship between District,gateway features should be with the overall branding effort for be prioritized at prominent locations, people,the built form,and public employed in key locations.Gateway the District,but also indicatethe such as the key north and south spaces.Placemaking is intended features can be achieved through connection to the City's existing gateways. to foster a comfortable,active,and signage at ground level or through network of bikeways and trails. attractive character for the Sawdust unique architectural elements. Improvements such as mile markers As the Sawdust District develops, District. Attractive landscaping should work can benefit bicyclists and joggers. additional artistic elements should be incorporated.Local artists should be / with lighting and other vertical design Ristance o the a may also and otherude invited to participate in streetsca e / STREETSCAPING features to complement the signage distance to the Center City and other P P P and architectural elements.A north or infrastructure projects to create a South Main Street should feature Oshkosh landmarks accessible on more cohesive identi and take full gateway feature should be developed foot or by bike outside of the Sawdust ty streetscaping that is heavily at 6th Avenue and South Main Street, advantage of capital improvement _L A District. pedestrian-oriented to improve the and asouth gateway feature at projects and investment aesthetic and connectivity across 17th Avenue and South Main Street Q the Sawdust District Streetscape Trailheads should also act as gateways, Majorand Minor Gateway Features aw improvements,including lighting, connecting trail users to bikeways, Larger,more prominent gateway sidewalks,signage,gateways and the Riverwalk,the waterfront,and the features should be located along the wayfinding,public art,and gathering marina. South Main Street at 6th Avenue, spaces should continue to be 9th Avenue,and South Park Avenue. GATEWAY& implemented to enhance the image Wayfinding signage assists people Additional minor gateways can be WAYFINDING and appearance of the District. in finding important community developed along secondary roadways Streetlights should be both pedestrian landmarks,while enhancing the as deemed necessary pertraffic counts ®o M,°o,careneyacmern scaled,with bannersto promotethe streetscape.Like gateway features, and future development. �w.Tm°e,ngs,pPege Sawdust District and its special events. wayfinding should consist of signage complemented by landscaping and lighting.Wayfinding features should be in key locations to direct people to j destinations. I Sawdust District Master Plan I qP _1r �amv;e;mase: CONNECTIONS While the Riverwalk should support Marina Pioneerlsland paivewa;rt wimnenrn,nannersif ag, TO THE WATER bike and pedestrian activity in the mnd1wvmg2JA-1mwum1mmugn The marina should bedeveloped as Pioneer Island is located east of �ova ran As a community with access to a river summer,it should not limit access for an active water recreation area for Pioneer Drive near the confluence of 'jm, e,ho wln_d.n ra vomc avd and lake,Oshkosh has the advantage this year sport. the Sawdust District Development the Fox River and Lake Winnebago. gotnagW�res)�k w�a"e r�,)Ma, of drawing in residents and visitors to and reinvestment in this area should Previously a resort,operations have p„m,ove„­W­ Mdg,with partake in a variety of water-based Interim Connections leverage the waterfront area as a since ceased and the facilities remain de ,mwmtomeniaande , recreation,events,and activities. As the City works with property owners community amenity by improving vacant.Moving forward,the City - to acquire easements for riverfront public access to the waterfront and should redevelop Pioneer Island as a Riverwalk access,interim connections should be maintaining views of the water and new resort or entertainment based When completed,the full Riverwalk will established for Rivennelk gaps.These horizon.New development should pull facility,with an adjacent residential be nearly continuous along both sides should include on-street wayfinding, the lakefront and water areas inland, component.A plaza-style public directing pedestrians and bicyclists to rather than walling off the waterfront gathering space on the southeast of the Fox River Lake Wisconsin Street low-stress routes that return them to from other parts of the community.As tip of the island should be provided, easintt,connhe to Laketh the bago in thethe Riverwalk quickly and efficiently. new multi-family development occurs giving opportunities for events such as of Wisconsin via the Oshkosh University near the marina,the City should work concerts,weddings,and community the Wisconsin via the Oshkosh and to ensure Compatibility between the activities.Given the unique location thewiouwash rmil.ar present, South Main Street Bridge uses. and high visibility of this site,it the northern shore of the project The South Main Street bridge should be developed as a pinnacle ; � is complete while the south shore establishes the north point of entry development and focal point for the portion in the Sawdust District remains to the District.While sidewalks a re District,providing beautiful views of mostly incomplete. provided,the City should investigate the lake and welcoming individuals defining a bike route on the bridge traveling into the community from the The Rivemalkiskeyfortheactivityand deck with signage and pavement wate, liveliness of the District The proposed markings.Existing road width and Riverwalk segments will provide access bridge infrastructure constraints may to Pioneer Island and Lake Winnebago, limit pavement markings to sharrows Pedestrian Bridge and to adjacent developments where rather than a dedicated bike lane. The Pioneer Island pedestrian bridge appropriate.Views and access to sits unused,connecting the northwest CONNECTING the water should be maximized and Where the south end of the bridge corner of the island to the mainland. TO THE WATER enhanced whenever and wherever meets Pioneer Drive,the City should As the island is redeveloped,the City possible.The Riverwalk should provide construct a Riverwalk underpass to should undertake a structural study ❑P.p,M rvevsik pedestrian access to popular fishing provide stress-free off mad access and return it to service,providing ❑ince�m ame,walkconnecnon on Lake Winnebago,well-known for its for bicyclists,pedestrians,and joggers, increased bike and pedestrian �P�ro°t++n7a�nsreecasd� �. w,« walleye and ice fishing. improving the District's capacity and connection to the island.Access �nnanPa connectivity for recreational use. points are key to good trail networks. E Pb Uaw Providing dedicated car-free access Evan to Pioneer Island will encourage users to enjoy this segment of the Riverwalk around the island perimeter. 24 Sawdust District Master Plan ilia ,, � iil ili » �C. ••• ui, tAtlwlh»E: 1�� w��■1��g1�W1 J 7i 1 �awlermase: Waterfront Developments Water Traffic Appearance From the Water ABoat-Friendly Waterfront pRivewaik w;m directaccessrowarer lJOzhkosh nverwalkaJDevNopmen[salong A best practice to developing the The Fox River con nects Lake The City should make it policy to Public spaces along the waterfront mm,pam[e,;vewalk mmdezlgaawme waterfront areas is to avoid walling Winnebago to Lake Butte des Morts consider the Sawdust District from should be improved with boat-friendly r;vewalh—id bea M.pubkcgaNmg space sA oevelopm enn along aver wim oumoor off the waterfront with adjacent and acts as a watery highway for the perspective of aboat-driver or features,such as docks,boat launches, dmaerromke aevaawgeofinew� development.It is important for the canoes,kayaks,motorboats,and the passenger.Views from the water or maintenance stations;waterfront waterfront to visible as far inland as Loos Cruises.For boaters,the first should be a key element of review for uses in the District should include possible.Appropriate spacing between impression of the Sawdust District will development proposals for river and restaurants and civic spaces to host buildings and the maintenance and be what they see from the water.It is lakefront properties.Unattractive uses, public events and activities.Waterfront enhancement of view corridors to critical that the waterfront is inviting such as truck parking and storage, signage and gateway elements should the water a re essential for leveraging and attractive. should not be visible from the river. be directed toward boats entering the the waterfront for the entire Sawdust Pioneer Island should provide a District.Oshkosh's ties to boating and District,not just the inhabitants of the pinnacle for both the riverfront and water-based recreation should be kept development at the water's edge. lakefront,establishing an inviting and in mind for allelements of the Sawdust attractive first sight. District,reflected in promotional �I / materials,branding,and wayfinding. WATERFRONT ' DEVELOPMENT �j oerelapme,rcsnaa ma,arevarert,onumo {� me�,aad erc� / I i i I I Sawdust District Master Plan I j r Y f u co" cr GATHERING SPACES Events a omaiermosa 1.)o,hkccb Op.Haute Squ z)Larva Places where people can gather to Pioneer Island,new parks,trailhead sd—ulk:createspacefn1gumetlng1)cu— eakchat,orpeoplewatchshouldbe areas,and Menominee Nation Arena mrket a Public m uu`-y usee N mmmuniry developed to bring people together provide varying scales and types of rt`asJMusi`erepompublic Par?GlPumm and contribute to the liveliness of spaces for hosting community events. the District Certain locations in Going forward,larger Sawdust District the District can be improved to feel open areas and gathering spaces ,. more like established gathering should be used for regular community places for smaller large groups. events or festivals.Smaller spaces ra � •\ The Districts flagship plaza-style should be used for shorter,minor public gathering space should be events. amp on the southeast corner of Pioneer Island,oriented toward visitors and Pedestrian Activities — J residents alike. lro parks and open space should d provide additional Outdoor dining,pedestrian arcades, landscaping,pedestrian amenities,and and plazas should complement - sitefurnishingstoserveasinformal buildings whenever possible - - gathering places. and should provide interest and engagement along the street frontage and waterfront.Pedestrian amenities welcome visitors and provide positive visual impact for gathering spaces. _7 • GATHERING SPACE wrennalcamenngspa� __J L — 26 I I�l� Sawdust District Master Plan Id I� �t Eramplelmages ARCHITECTURE HISTORIC PRESERVATION Fa4ade Restoration 1)The Gaimry building 24 Brooklyn Nad AND DESIGN - rirehe�:eaaE.is mg--g,bd.cm Historic structures area a defining Fa4ade restoration is an important tool andnhAvenuezyExi—gbmwmg— NewdevelopmentintheSawdust �� component of the of the District's for historic preservation and adaptive 9thA—,and South Main Street 54 Existing District should establish an i i charm,fostering a unique sense of reuse.Restoration of historic facades '■L,, building between 9th and loth Avenue architectural style that can strengthenIt—i character and place.As development within the Sawdust District should the area's character and distinguishoccurs,local and national landmarks be prioritized,especially for those Oshkosh from surrounding such as the Granary and Brooklyn buildings which have been covered -- communities.New buildings are No.4 Firehouse should be preserved. up,significantly altered,or fallen into - , encouraged to use high quality New development should also be disrepair.The City should consider materials and reflect the predominant - context sensitive,seeking to improve developing newfunding assistance for scale,height massing,and proportions the District while respecting existing facade restoration. of traditional downtowns.They historic structures.The City should should incorporate materials that work closely with the Oshkosh Salvaging and reusing historical complement preserved historic _ Landmarks Commission to ensure architectural elements can encourage structures. that structures are considered for the creative utilization of pieces of preservation prior to redevelopment. older buildings and infrastructure Two primary orientations,street when demolishing or replacing older frontage and waterfront,should be structures.Reuse of architectural / reinforced in the Sawdust District Adaptive Reuse elements can show a connection to Street fronting buildings should be - The City should encourage and g gs ` the past and uphold the District's oriented toward South Main Street to incentivize reinvestment and reuse history.For example,if the CN rail capitalize on its active environment. l ` of historic buildings in the District. bridge was to be replaced,the existing J`m„n Waterfront buildings should be To achieve this,the City should bridge could be re-purposed as a bike/ positioned to take in views of Lake expand available financing tools, pedestrian crossing. Winnebago,and to enjoythe open provide technical assistance with the .+_.. space amenities found along the river. conversion process,assist with grant The proposed trails,open space,and applications,perform complimentary berm buffering the rail yard will require public right-of-way improvements, HISTORIC buildings facing the water to embrace and streamline the reinvestment PRESERVATION a public"front yard." process by updating City policy. Buildings identified for adaptive reuse 0omkoshtandmmc and preservation may not end up on [Ef Nzbonai aegcren—A the national landmark list,but they will 0 wte°nal NrlutapBxlRuse still contribute to the character South Main Street corridor. I Sawdust District Master Plan I FUNCTIONAL 2 SUBAREAS FUNCTIONAL DESIGNVDEVELOPMENT ~ z SZ DEVELOPMENT '� m z z 5`�Y SUBAREAS 11 $ & S 1 uD1t9 LAND USES PERMITTED For the District to be successful, Based on existing land use,built attention must be given to the built ESIDEN'f�$SLt,ANRUSES form,physical boundaries,character, formand design offuture development P M P M M c r nnouse p-B units per building) market potential,and other factors,the and i[s relationship to other structures M M P M M c Mmtiplex p-B unites per buldingl Sawdust District has been separated and spaces.This section addresses P M I c M M c Apartment D+unts per budding) Recommendations specific to the needs of each functional into six functional subareas.These desirable structural design and site AGRICULTURAL LAND USES subarea establish the approach for improvement and subareas are intended to guide layout components within the District, c c c c c c _mm.rden en enhancement going forward.Detailed and specipc planning efforts within the Sawdust including height,setback,orientation, c c c c c. c nnarkemarden District,allowing for recommendations and amhrectumis le. INSTITUTIONAL LAND USES recommendations are articulated around desired land ty c c c c c Passmeoamooraecreanon and policies which address the uses,catalytic sites,design and redevelopment,specipc c c c c c c nameoumoor Peamnon specific needs Of each distinct area. TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL LAND USES` transportation improvements,public spaces,and By addressing the planning area as - placemakingcomponentsforeachofthesubareas. functional subareas,planningefforts At the functional heart of the P P P P P P orn"' Sawdust District is the need to et P M P M M P Personal orPmfessional Services should be context sensitive while g M M P M M P Indoo,5Iesor Service In this section: ensuring that separate districts work around-by foot,bike,car,boat,and P M M M M P Physical—tystodo cohesively as a single district.The bus.The District should provide a r M M M M P Artisan Production Ste •West Transitional(page 30) y provide pedestrian-oriented environment p •Core(page 37) subareas should rovidea framework hile accommodatin the automobile P M M M M P commercial atchen for incremental development to build g P M P M P P kstaurents,r rase Indoor Cum—al •River North(page 32) into. and necessary parking.By building entertainment on the existing street network and c M c x x P croup Daymm center •Arena(page 33) c x c x x c commercial Animal Boarding/r y— DESIRED LAND USE current facilities and programming,this M x x x P Tattoo Parlor/Body R •Pioneer(page 34) P section provides recommendations to l y erungstudio •South Goteway(page 35) The Plan aims to redevelop the enhance multimodal accessibility and P M x x x P Tub—and Paraphem.h.shop Sawdust District into a thriving,mixed incorporate complete street principals P M x x M P cell Phone stores use district that expands on the P M x x x P Pawnshop P within the District's roadways. c x x x x c PaywyAdvance City's donwtown,providing attractive x x x x x c ore-Threugh a ln-vhiclesales or service entertainment and higher density PLACEMAKING P M x x x P Ind.— residential options.This section x x x x x c Debt/DBcounestore identifies desired land uses within the Urban design is about making P P P P P P commercial Indoor tucging subarea,accounting for existing uses connections between people and x x x P x c water-related recreation and context. places,movement and urban form, P M c P P P outdoor commercal Enteds inmem nature and the built fabric,public x x c c c x Mtensiveoutdwr—Mty spaces and private places.Urban x x x x x x Adult Uses/Adult Bookstore design draws together the many MIXED USE BUILDINGS. components of place-making andP P P P P P npartrnents wim umired commercal seeks to creates place with distinct P P P P P P Mixed use suld,,g beauty and identity.This section of c c x x x c I"lWorx unt the Plan addresses many facets of TRANSPORTATION LAND USES urban design,Including streetscaping, c c c c c c otr-ste Parking Lot C c c C c or-Site1u—,dPanting activating public spaces,and COMMUNICATION/ENERGY PRODUCTION establishing sense of place and scale. C c c c c c comnmmmtionrowar c c c c c c serge wind Energy System P-by 1gh5C-trycordibbnal usepe 4M-permitted onlyas partofa mixed usedndopmm5 x-notdesiref 28 Sawdust District Master Plan West ,S _Transitional Subarea SUBAREASSawdust District Redevelopment Plan FUNCTIONAL Core 100 to W Subarea � � .��''y River NorM �� Subaru Arena t,.�� .`�.•,''''• .� Gateway ♦:. r a. - Subarea 6 P \Z -pnrca by H.—f— WEST TRANSITIONAL Historically,the West Transitional Subarea contained single ramify residential DESIRED Single-Family Attached Marina DESIGN AND TRANSPORTATION uses between South Main Street and Nebraska Street The subarea displays LAND USES New single-family townhomes Like the larger lakefront DEVELOPMENT Both 6th and 9th avenues a mixed use characterthat includes olderstmctures,which have been Entertainment or duplexes should be marina,this marina area One-to three-story buildings serve as collectors through adaptively reused.The Redevelopment Authority has acquired most of developed between 7th should be updated and should be built at or near the subarea and should be Gateway parcels such as Avenue and 8th Avenue along maintained as a key riverfront the property line along streetscaped to promote a the parcels in the block between 7th and 8th avenues west of South Main the one at the northwest Nebraska Street,mirroring component that contributes 6th Avenue,encouraging pedestrian environment that Street This area should be redeveloped,however,the parcels will require corner of 6th Avenue and the existing single-family to the unique character of apedestrian-oriented draws people from western appropriate environmental remediation which can greatly increase the cart South Main Street can serve attached development to the District Opportunities for environment. neighborhoods. a variety of purposes.if this the south,increasing density boating and fishing on the The Subarea has experienced some revitalization.The formerMiles Kimball site site becomes available,it and providing middle-scale Fox River and Lake Winnebago Active pedestrian uses,such The existing bike route at thenortheast corner of 9th Avenue and Nebraska Street was redeveloped should be redeveloped into housing options.This site make the District unique,and as mixed use developments along 6th Avenue should a mixed use entertainment is ideal) situated between the two marinas bookend or entertainment,should be be maintained,while the for townhouse style rental apartments,an ideal inihil housing type for the area. Y development,providing single-family detached the district with water access. encouraged at the corner of proposed bike route on 9th Using historic tax credits,the landmorked Granary Building was repurposed as office or residential above 6th Avenue and South Main Avenue should be developed Greene's Pour House.The bar and restaurant will continue to benefit from new round Floor entertainment and mixed use the west Public rbeprovided.nt amenities p � g and the mixed use activity of should be provided. Street. to provide multimodal activity in the area.Additional catalyst developments include the former industrial development designed to South Main Street to the east. connections to the west. building at 46 West 6th Avenue,which was converted into professional offices capture water and pedestrian Single-family attached traffic.Alternately,the Public Parking residential development current owner may consider Multi-Family The public lot would provide should be located between PEACEMAKING KEY GOALS capitalizing on new activity The subarea presents an additional parking for activity An Avenue and 9th Avenue A significant gateway feature in the district by rebuilding in excellent opportunity for along 6th Avenue.The along Nebraska Street. should be developed at 6th Redevelop existing structures in the neighborhood.Outside of the Granary alignment with the concept new multi-family housing, parking should be situated Avenue and South Main Street Building townhouses,and a few thriving businesses,the west Transitional Subarea visualization,adding space accommodating residents on 7th Avenue behind Development along the Fox to welcome those entering presents opportunity for new development patterns and uses to drive activity. for additional waterfront in all stages of life.Multi- mixed use buildings,and River should provide public the District entertainment businesses. family housing options a shared approach should access and scenic views via Define the intersection of 6th Avenue and South Main Street as a gateway should be oriented toward be taken to offer daytime the proposed Rivenwalk. Entry to the District should entrance to the Sawdust District.This is the primary north entrance to the Mixed Use the waterfront It should be parking for businesses and be further defined by District.The gateway entrance prominently reflect the Sawdust District as drivers, developed at a variety of price evening parking for new Historic buildings should be redevelopment on the parcel pedestrians,and bicyclists enter over the South Main Street bridge. The 6th Avenue collector points in rental and condo entertainment uses. preserved and enhanced for at 6th Avenue and South is ideal for mixed use configurations to serve young adaptive reuse.The Granary Main Street development that improves professionals,senior residents, is a good model for reuse. housing options and increase and workforce residents. The well-preserved Brooklyn local retailopportunities. Residents will further benefit Firehouse offers a similar Building types should from easy access to new opportunity for activation. contribute to the street wall development along South and complement the Granary Main Street and Brooklyn Firehouse _ historic sites. --IF �I 30 Sawdust District Master Plan CORE The CoreSuborea is built around the prominent South Main Street corridor, DESIRED Parks and Open Space DESIGN AND Modern industrial style TRANSPORTATION which connects directly to the Center City across the South Main Street Bridge. LAND USES The Al Broullire Memorial DEVELOPMENT architecture should be South Main Street should be Several historic buildings thatstand intact establish the historic fabric ofthe Mixed Use Garden should be maintained, To grow the historic South encouraged for new infill reconfigured to include a road improved,corridor.The Core is the most active subarea in the Sawdust District,with a roved,and connected with Main Street building and development. diet from 6th Avenue to South P Mixed use buildings should the Rivenvalk.The Garden can development pattern,two- Park Avenue. steady flow of vehiculartmffic heading to and from the Center City The Core include commercial on the Inviting storefronts with act as a component of the to four-story mixed use infill should enhance connections between the North and South Main Street ground floor with residential gateway at the north,quickly should be developed. large windows and displays, As opportunities arise, and office uses on the upper orienting visitors to riverfront prominent entrances,and property should be acquired The Core is currently auto oriented,allocating little space for pedestrian floors.First floors should open space.Additional open Buildings should be situated attractive architectural detail to increase the right-of-way provide ger cell i fo r or should be encouraged to activity.Redevelopment within the subarea should include pedestrian- hih space should be developed at or near the sidewalk,with to 80 feet for wider sidewalks, oriented accommodations and thoughtful roadway designs which attractive commercial spaces as a public plaza between 7th no side yard setbacks,creating provide visual interest along on-street parking,and bike provide multimodal mobility and minimize pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. that invite passersby to enter. and 8th Avenues on the west a consistent street wall and South Main Street lane improvements. Visitors should be welcomed by a prominentgoteway feature to the side of South Main Street sense of enclosure to improve Acomplete program of Office the pedestrian experience. PLACEMAKI NG north and enhancements to the Al Broullire Memorial Garden. redevelopment should be Office uses that generate undertaken on the east side Pedestrian orientation daytime activityand buildingsvate should be � buildings should be located of South Main Street between should be improved with KEY GOALS support local businesses to the rear,accessed by side 7th Avenue and I 1th Avenue. streetscaping along South Reestablish the historic South Main Street building and development pattern. and restaurants should Main Street streets and rear alley,and The street wall is a defining feature of the Core.The Core's South Main Street be considered for the area screened from public right- Adaptive reuse of existing blocksshouldbeamodelforthelargerSawdustDistrickandnewdevelopment between 6th Avenue and of-way eth Avenue along by a low masonry buildings along the west side Agateway feature at 9th should reflect their historic development pattern.Additionally,consistency g South wall,decorative fencing,and of South Main Street should Avenue and South Main with the City's North Main Street Historic Street The office wall, District will help achieve the goal of be considered wherever Street should welcome those ark's buildings landscaping. reestablish the historic South Main Street pattern. P g possible. entering the Sawdust District front the property line along Main entrances should be from the west via 9th Avenue. Rehabilitate existing historic buildings wherever possible.There are structurally South Main Street,while at the front of the building Buildings with historic and sound buildings some of the blocks in the Core.While these may not be orienting the cam pus toward facing the sidewalk. architectural value should be landmarked,they contribute to the overall character of the district and they should surrounding open space and maintained and enhanced. be maintained and rehabilitated. the Rivenwalk to the east. Buildings situated on comer lots should take advantage De-industrialize the subarea.Industrial and manufacturing businesses previously of their prominent locations occupied large portions of the east side of South Main Street in the Core.To with angled or rounded corner create an active South Main Street Corridor that contains attractive shops and entrances.` offices,some remaining businesses require relocation to designated industrial and business parks. �- --FjI Sawdust District Master Plan 31 RIVER NORTH The River North Subarea has along history of industrial uses,many of which are DESIRED LAND USE Office DESIGN AND TRANSPORTATION PLACEMAKING still present today.Largeparcels,substantial building;and railroad properties hove Parks and Open Space The parcel on the east side of DEVELOPMENT Pioneer Drive should be Pedestrian-oriented created complex land ownership configuration in the area.The presence of if South Main Street between Buildings facing the vacated east of South Main streetscaping should reinforce Public open space should be 7th and 8th Avenues should waterfront should be Street to the railroad tracks 9th Avenue as an important facilities has decreased as the Canadian National Railroad removed numerous developed as a distinguishing P spurs;however,the rims rail facility will remain as an eastern bounds to the be developed for a larger developed between two to and redeveloped for the east-west multimodal route. P primary f ty boundary front yard feature of the office/business park use four stories. Riverwalk. subarea.To improve open space and provide a front yard for the subarea,railroad River North Subarea.Pioneer with access to the South The railroad should be visual and noise impact should be reduced through landscaped buffering. Drive should be vacated,and Main Street corridor and the On the west side of the East of South Main Street,7th mitigated with corridor the Riverwalk extended to Riverfront.This office use will subarea,depending on and 8th Avenues should be landscaping and landform The northern section ofthe subarea was historically river-oriented,with businesses connect parks and open space generate daytime activity and development patterns,a vacated to encourage campus features,such as a berm. catering to lumber factories lining the banks ofthe Fox River.With the decline of to the waterfront,encouraging support local businesses and maximum height ofseven style development,provide the lumber industry the factory buildings were converted to other industrial uses, passive and active recreation restaurants.Office campus stories should be considered. for a parking deck,and create The Riverwalk should be for visitors and residents. open space should be publicly open space opportunities. cohesively integrated such as tooling and vehicle manufacturing.As the subarea develops,the City should High multi-family as component of the commit to ongoing collaboration with existing businesses to relocate to Oshkosh accessible. si density Y P � g g MDltl-fCimlty residential that may contain a 9th Avenue should be transportation network as industrial parks or other appropriate areas ofthe City.Relocating the few remaining mixed use component should extended east to connect well asadestination.To industrial uses will allow for establishment of the preferred uses in the subarea. exc subarea ellent opportunity for Public Parking be encouraged in the subarea. with Pioneer Drive,providing improve cohesiveness,the excellent opportunity for Parking areas should be a new east-west connection segment between South Main new multi-family housing, considered carefully to Development plans should for pedestrians,bicyclists,and Street and Pioneer Island The waterfront is a prominent feature for the River North subarea.The accommodating residents P ry provide adequate rearing buffer and screen the motorists. should be completed after vacated Pioneer Drive will play a critical role in embracing the confluence of in all stages of life.Multi- P the area without creating Canadian National Railroad vacation of Pioneer Drive is the Fox River and Lake Winnebago.Water-oriented redevelopment should family housing options a surplus.In the long term, right-of-way to mitigate The 9th Avenue connection vacated. occur along the shore,and the proposed 91'Avenue extension will improve should be oriented toward River North presents the best negative impacts. should be used forthe connectivity in the absence of Pioneer Drive.As the area currently has no the waterfront It should be opportunity for a new parking reconfiguration of the housing,multistory developments would be ideal to create density and developed at a variety of price deck that supports the office Public parking should be set Witzel/9th bus route,allowing points in rental and condo campus,multi-family housing, back from the waterfront.It it to circulate the District in capture the view ofthe waterfront.Multi-family housingwould benefit configurations to serve young and o ens ace access. should bewell-landsca ed from waterfront orientation,proximity to South Main Street activity and professionals,seniors,and P P P aoneer loop I land.h a stop at P Events on Pioneer Island may and screened from the Pioneer Island. abundant open space provided by the frontyard of the Sawdust District the local workforce.Residents also require use of public right-of-way to encourage will further benefit from easy parking areas,and a shared pedestrian activity on 9th Safe and comfortable railroad KEY GOALS access to new development parking approach should Avenue. crossings for pedestrians and Vacatalong South Main Street be implemented to allow motorists should be provided the Sawdust du Pioneer Drive most prominway.aiisandc improve comer, enhance open access for maximum usage the deck Development along the the Sawdust District's most prominent mainland comer,enhance open space,and g P g on 9th Avenue. li 24 hours a day. waterfront should provide 4* further the concept ofa public front yard. orientation and visual interest The trail network should —yi---" Extend and connect the Riverwalk to Pioneer Island.The vacated Pioneer Drive toward the water,reinforcing connect new office and right-of-way should be redeveloped as part of the Riverwalk,connecting to the the Sawdust District as a residential developments to = mixed the Riverwalk. network of trails and bike routes in the District.The new Riverwalk should connect unique water-oriented, River North to Pioneer Island via a reconstructed pedestrian bridge,which currently use destination. _ A be sits unused. provided near the new proovideew De-industrialize9th Avenue and Pioneer and relocate conflicting land uses.The City should work closely and collaboratively with existing industrial businesses to find locations wherethey Drive curve,acting as the _ Fl can flourish. subarea's hub for multimodal connections. 32 Sawdust District Master Plan ARENA The Arena subarea occupies a formerly heavy industrial area known for DESIRED Commercial DESIGN AND TRANSPORTATION PLACEMAKING the prominent BuckstaffCompany.The City of Oshkosh demolished the LAND USES The block between 14th and DEVELOPMENT The pedestrian experience A significant gateway feature vacant Buckstaff property in 2076 to prepare the area for revitalization Entertainment 15th Avenues on the east side Building height should be should be enhanced with should be developed at South and redevelopment In 2077,,the Menominee Nation Arena was developed, of South Main Street contains limited to one to three stories new sidewalks along 14th Main Street and South Park Entertainment uses should the School Stationers building, to carry the built form of the Avenue to Pioneer Drive. Avenue to welcome those offering significant regional entertainment options.The 64,300 square be increased in the Arena foot 3500 person capacity indoor arena serves as the home for the NBA Subarea.The large Block 17 which should be repurposed South Main Street corridor 14th Avenue should mirror entering the Sawdust District for a commercial use that throughout the District. 9th Avenue to the north, from the west,and to identify G League's Wisconsin Herd,an affiliate team for the Milwaukee Bucks.The site between South Park and serve the whole District. providing connection to the the entertainment focus of development of the arena is a catalyst for the plan.The arena generates 14th Avenues on the east Larger format regional stores Block 17 redevelopment west neighborhoods and the Arena Subarea. significant activity and brings people to the Sawdust District from throughout side of South Main Street is may be considered on this should be carefully designed encouraging multimodal an opportunity to develop site.Additional parcels on to be cohesive with the street access to the waterfront. The railroad should be Oshkosh and the surrounding area.As the Sawdust District develops,new new entertainment-oriented the northwest side of 14th wall on South Main Street mitigated with corridor uses surrounding the arena should complement its activity and provide amenities.These should Avenue and South Main while providing new regional As detailed in the landscaping and landform options for be complementary service;entertainment,and dining. build on arena activity and Street provide opportunity for entertainment attractions transportation section, features,such as a berm. contribute to the South Main commercial uses transitioning to complement the arena. South Main Street should be KEY GOALS Street corridor. from corridor mixed use Parking should be located to reconfigured with a road diet Mixed use patterns and to the north.Commercial the rear and should be well- from 6th Avenue to South streetscaping should be used Block 17,the former Buckstaff furniture site,should be redeveloped. Mixed Use uses would further support screened from public parks Park Avenue,incorporating to continue the pedestrian Entertainment uses should be encouraged to take advantage of the arena activity Mixed use buildings along Arena activity and provide and open space. complete streets principles. oriented character of South generation. South Main Street between shopping opportunities for Main Street between 11th I IIh and South Park Avenues the whole neighborhood. As redevelopment occurs,new As opportunities arise, Avenue and South Park The subarea should support a transition from residential uses to commercial should continue the street Regionalcommercial activity industrial uses should not property should be acquired Avenue. uses.New commercial development should complement the arena and contribute wall south from the core is supported by easy south be considered for the Arena south of South Park Avenue to activity on South Main Street. Subarea.Ground floor access via US 45. Subarea. to increase the-right of way commercial uses with to 80 feet for wider sidewalks, Adaptive reuse should be considered.The School Stationers building is a attractive commercial space parks and Open Space Dedicated commercial and on street parking,and bike handsome brick structure that can be repurposed on the south side of the office uses are appropriate in lane infrastructure. and upper Floors for offices Sawdust District. Building upon the front the Arena Subarea,but these and housing should be yard concept established may also incorporate mixed The trail network,bikeways, encouraged.Mixed use should in the River North Subarea, use to support the overall and sidewalks should connect provide transition between public open space should be liveliness and character of the new office,commercial,and the pedestrian-oriented Core developed and maintained Sawdust District. entertainment developments and the entertainment focus between the arena and the to the Riverwalk.of the the Arena Subarea. marina along the lakefront. Parking lots should be sett The open space will be behind structures and Safe and comfortable railroad Ciff Ce activated by the proposed screened from South Main crossings for pedestrians and Parcels between 14th and multi-use trail and the Street.landscaping should motorists should be provided _--,�I' 15th Avenues on the west side Rivervralk and will provide and natural perimeter on 14th Avenue. of South Main Street should opportunities for public use screening should shield �--� be prioritized for office uses on game days and throughout surface lots from public open that generate daytime activity the year.Landscaping and space. and support local businesses landform features should _ and restaurants.Office contribute to the open space -r uses are ideal for providing by screening the existing rail transition between disparate facilities. areas and for bringing people u Sawdust District Master Plan into the Sawdust District. 33 PIONEER The Pioneer subarea borrows its name from the former Pioneer Inn Resort DESIRED Parks and Open Space DESIGN AND TRANSPORTATION PLACEMAKING and Marina established in the 7960s.The resort was constructed and began LAND USES The Pioneer Island plaza DEVELOPMENT Bikeways should be installed The plaza at the eastern tip operation on the island in 7965.In 2004,the resort owner partially demolished Entertainment and gathering area will The new hotel and waterfront along Pioneer Drive. of Pioneer Island should be the existing hotel with plans to rebuild,but it closed in 2005 alter those plans and Hospitality serve visitors and Oshkosh multi-family developments constructed on land owned did not proceed.While the marina isstill operational,the site once offered residents.The plaza's location should betwo to four stories Sidewalks should be installed by the state of Wisconsin. Complementing the multiple amenities for hospitality,events,and tourism.The property has been entertainment use provided is ideal as a desirable site in height,oriented around along Pioneer Drive to The plaza should be open to b the Arena, use Vents such as weddings. open space that allows connect with 14th Avenue, the public and constructed considered a key anchorsite for revitalizing the City's south side for many years. Y This should be maintained viewsheds toward the lake. encouraging boaters to pull with high quality materials should be developed for a as a public space that can be into temporary slips and enjoy in an architectural style that The Rivenaalk is planned to encircle Pioneer Island and provide public access to a new hotel.The hotel should rented from the City,as well as Waterfront development recreation and restaurants incorporates the waterfront. plaza at the southeast point of the island.The Pioneer Subarea should return the further the District's appeal accessed year-round via the should provide orientation along South Main Street key island and marina areas to their former glory,capitalizing on hospitality,events, for tourism and provide a Riverwulk. and visual interest toward Street trees and landscaping and tourism while embracing the waterfront that makes the Sawdust District springboard for development the water to reinforce the Access should be improved along Pioneer Drive should special.while embracing the waterfront that makes the Sawdust District special. and growth along south Main Manna Sawdust District as a unique to Pioneer Island.Bike and soften marina storage areas street. water-oriented mixed-use pedestrian access should be and the railroad tracks. The marina should be destination. available on all bridges,and KEY GOALS Multi-Family updated and maintained as the pedestrian bridge at the The Riverwalk should be Reestablish the Pioneer Subarea as a destination for tourism.Modernization Multi-family condominiums a key waterfront component Green space and landscaping north side of the island should completed around Pioneer of the marina and a new hotel on Pioneer Island will provide support for tourist should be developed on that contributes to the unique should mitigate and buffer the be reconstructed. Island,creating a loop for activity and complement the arena and South Main Street. character of the SawdustPioneer Island.These will railroad tracks and enhance joggers,bicyclists,and complement the hotel District.The marina use the Rivenvalk experience. Atrailhead should be pedestrians. Emphasize public space to support hotel,marina,and residential uses. should continue to provide provided near 14th Avenue Construction of the Riverwalk and the public plaza at the southeast tip of Pioneer development and provide recreational opportunities for P P p unique lakefront housing that fishing and the for mront,dal cting Island will serve both visitors and Oshkosh residents. increases year-round activity boating and fishing on Lake as a hub for multimodal on the waterfront. Winnebago,acting as the connections and inviting Implement the Tax Increment District(TID).TID Number 38 is a proposed blighted waterfront gateway inviting boaters to explore the District area district consisting of three parcels and approximately 20 acres comprising boaters into the sawdust on foot Pioneer Island,the adjacent Pioneer Marina,and adjoining City and State-owned District. lands.Implementation of the TID will enable the City to return the subarea to active use. 34 Sawdust District Master Plan SOUTH GATEWAY The South Gateway subarea marks the southern extent of historic DESIRED Office DESIGN AND TRANSPORTATION PLACEMAKING industrial activity in the Sawdust District.The south side of the District LAND USES Parcels between 15th and DEVELOPMENT Thetrail network should A gateway should be was originally anchored by Oshkosh Brewing and People's Brewery.The Single-Family Attached 16th Avenues on the west One to three story buildings extend south parallel to the developed at l7th Avenue and Oshkosh Brewing property is now occupied by School Stationers at side of South Main Street should continue the rail road prior to joining the South Main Street to welcome Townhomes increase density should be prioritized for office South Main Street pattern 16th Street right-of-way and those entering the Sawdust 1641 South Main Street Blended Waxes,a local manufacturer,was able and act as a middle-scale or commercial uses that established in the Core and connecting to the South Main District from the south. to incorporate the People's Brewery building into their existing facility. housing component between generate daytime activity and Arena subareas. Street bike route. Blended Waxes offers stability in the subarea with no relocation plans. single-family detached support local businesses and Multi-family developments neighborhoods and multi- restaurants.Office uses are Commercial and office uses and the proposed trail should The South Gateway area displays development patterns of one story family developments. ideal for providing transition should be flexible.They be separated from the railroad buildings with street facing parking This area will likely remain Townhomes at the northwest between disparate areas and may include mixed use with landscaping and natural cornerof 17th Avenue and for bringing eo le into the components. screening. auto oriented serving as a transition to US 45 to the south. South Main Street should g g p Sawdust Distt rict. provide transition for single- Parking areas should be KEY GOAL family home neighborhoods screened from South Main Support Blended Waxes potential expansion.Parcels should be consolidated to the west and south of the Industrial Street and provided at the Sawdust District. The Blended Wax industrial between 1600-1650 South Main Street to create a redevelopment site for the rear of buildings. business to grow. use remains appropriate as Muhl-Family South Main Street transitions Light industrial and to US 45.This use should manufacturing uses should be Multi-family condominiums be maintained to provide maintained on the east side and apartments should be stable employment and draw of South Main Street. developed south of 16th regional daytime activity to Avenue.These should be the area. Industrial storage and loading available at a variety of price areas should be located at points.Building orientation the rear of the buildings, should be toward South Main accessible off 15th Street. Street to help define the south gateway to the District. Sawdust District Master Plan 35