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PURPOSE: APPROVE GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
MODIFICATIONS TO THE SUNNYVIEW EXPO CENTER AT 500
E. COUNTY ROAD Y
INITIATED BY: WINNEBAGO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND
RECREATION
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approved
WHEREAS,the Plan Commission finds that the General Development Plan for the
proposed planned development for modifications to the Sunnyview Expo Center at 500
E. County Road Y is consistent with the criteria established in Section 30-387(6) of the
Oshkosh Zoning Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the General Development Plan for the planned development for
modifications to the Sunnyview Expo Center at 500 E. County Road Y, per the attached,
is hereby approved.
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Mark Lyons
Planning Services Manager
DATE: June 4, 2020
RE: Approve General Development Plan for Modifications to the Sunnyview Expo
Center at 500 E. County Road Y (Plan Commission Recommends Approval)
BACKGROUND
The subject site consists of one 153.3 acre parcel located on the north side of County Road Y,
east of Jackson Street. The subject site includes the Winnebago County Fairgrounds and
Sunnyview Expo Center and has several buildings and parking areas. The surrounding area
consists primarily of vacant/agricultural land and institutional land uses.
ANALYSIS
The applicant is proposing several improvements to the Sunnyview Expo Center with a two -
phased approach. The intent of the project is to expand campground areas and install new
electrical services for existing and new RV sites. A conceptual layout plan has been submitted
for Phase I of the project, which is for expansion and improvement of the Expo's east campus.
The applicant notes that Phase I of the improvements is anticipated to be begin in fall of 2020
and intend to follow with Phase II for improvements to the west campus parking lot areas to
begin in fall of 2021. As the project will include expansion of legal nonconforming parking
surfaces (gravel), a Base Standard Modification (BSM) will be required and will be addressed
during the Specific Implementation Plan (SIP) phase. No new signage is being proposed. A
landscaping plan was not included with this request. A full landscaping plan will be required
to be submitted as part of the SIP application. A storm water management plan was not
included with this request. A finalized storm water plan will need to be submitted as part of
the SIP application and approved by the Department of Public Works. Installation of new
perimeter lighting is being proposed as part of this project, but plans have not yet been
submitted. Lighting plans will be required to be submitted as part of the SIP request. No
changes to the existing building facades is being proposed with this request.
FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of this project would not result in any change to assessed property value as it is owned
by the County. Preliminary estimates for the phase 1 of the project are approximately $1.5
million.
City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://w .ci.oshkosh.wi.us
RECOMMENDATION
The Plan Commission recommended approval of the General Development Plan with findings
at its May 19, 2020 meeting. Please see the attached staff report and meeting minutes for more
information.
Respectfully Submitted,
Mark Lyon/`s��
Planning Services Manager
Approved:
Mark A. Rohloff
City Manager
City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://w .ci.oshkosh.wi.us
ITEM: PUBLIC HEARING: ZONE CHANGE FROM INSTITUTIONAL DISTRICT (I)
TO INSTITUTIONAL DISTRICT WITH A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
OVERLAY (I -PD) & APPROVAL OF A GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR MODIFICATIONS TO THE SUNNYVIEW EXPO CENTER AT 500 E.
COUNTY ROAD Y
Plan Commission meeting of May 19, 2020.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant/Owner: Winnebago County Department of Parks and Recreation
Action(s) Requested:
The applicant requests a zone change from the existing Institutional District (I) to Institutional
District with a Planned Development Overlay (I -PD). The applicant also requests approval of a
General Development Plan for modifications to the Sunnyview Expo Center.
Applicable Ordinance Provisions:
The Zoning Ordinance does not establish criteria relative to appropriateness of changing zoning
from one classification to another but relies on the Comprehensive Plan and good planning
principles. Planned Development standards are found in Section 30-387 of the Zoning
Ordinance.
Property Location and Background Information:
The subject site consists of one 153.3 acre parcel located on the north side of County Road Y,
east of Jackson Street. The subject site includes the Winnebago County Fairgrounds and
Sunnyview Expo Center and has several buildings and parking areas. The surrounding area
consists primarily of vacant/agricultural land and institutional land uses.
iubject Site
Existing Land Use Zoning
Rec-open space I
Adiacent Land Use and Zonin
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Recommendation Land Use
2040 Land Use Recommendation Park
ANALYSIS
Zone Change
The applicant is requesting a zone change to add a Planned Development Overlay to the
existing Institutional district (I) base zoning to allow for expansion to the expo center parking
facilities that do not meet surfacing requirements. Staff is supportive of adding the Planned
Development Overlay for this purpose as the intent is to accommodate a unique land use (expo
center)-
Use/Site Design
The applicant is proposing several improvements to the Sunnyview Expo Center with a two -
phased approach. The intent of the project is to expand campground areas and install new
electrical services for existing and new RV sites. A conceptual layout plan has been submitted
for Phase I of the project, which is for expansion and improvement of the expo east campus and
includes the following:
- Expansion of graveled RV/Trailer Camping Lots #3 and #4
- Reshaping of graveled RV/Trailer Camping Lot #2
- Installation of perimeter lighting throughout
- Re -contouring of drainage ways and installation of storm sewer
- Installation of stormwater containment ponds
- Construction of a 24' wide X 1,100' long access drive within the site
- RV electrical services expansion and upgrade
ITEM. Rezone & GDP Sunnyview Expo Center 2
The applicant notes that Phase I of the improvements is anticipated to be begin in fall of 2020
and intend to follow with Phase II for improvements to the west campus parking lot areas to
begin in fall of 2021.
As the project will include expansion of legal nonconforming parking surfaces (gravel), a Base
Standard Modification (BSM) will be required and will be addressed during the Specific
Implementation Plan (SIP) phase.
Siege
No new signage is being proposed.
Landscaping
A landscaping plan was not included with this request. A full landscaping plan will be
required to be submitted as part of the SIP application.
Storm Water Management/Utilities
A storm water management plan was not included with this request. A finalized storm water
plan will need to be submitted as part of the SIP application and approved by the Department
of Public Works.
Site Lighting
Installation of new perimeter lighting is being proposed as part of this project, but plans have
not yet been submitted. Lighting plans will be required to be submitted as part of the SIP
request.
Building Facades
No changes to the existing building facades is being proposed with this request.
FINDINGS/RECOMMENDATION/CONDITIONS
In its review and recommendation to the Common Council on an application for a Planned
Development district, staff recommends the Plan Commission make the following findings
based on the criteria established by Chapter 30-387 (C)(6):
(a) The proposed Planned Development project is consistent with the overall purpose
and intent of this Chapter.
(b) The proposed Planned Development project is consistent with the City's
Comprehensive Plan and other area plans. (It is the responsibility of the City to
determine such consistency.)
(c) The proposed Planned Development project would maintain the desired
relationships between land uses, land use densities and intensities, and land use impacts
in the environs of the subject site.
ITEM. Rezone & GDP Sunnyview Expo Center
(d) Adequate public infrastructure is or will be available to accommodate the range of
uses being proposed for the Planned Development project, including but not limited to
public sewer and water and public roads.
(e) The proposed Planned Development project will incorporate appropriate and
adequate buffers and transitions between areas of different land uses and development
densities/intensities.
(f) The proposed Planned Development project design does not detract from areas of
natural beauty surrounding the site.
(g) The proposed architecture and character of the proposed Planned Development
project is compatible with adjacent/nearby development.
(h) The proposed Planned Development project will positively contribute to and not
detract from the physical appearance and functional arrangement of development in the
area.
(i) The proposed Planned Development project will produce significant benefits in terms
of environmental design and significant alternative approaches to addressing
development performance that relate to and more than compensate for any requested
exceptions/base standard modifications variation of any standard or regulation of this
Chapter.
(j) For Planned Development projects that are proposed to be developed in phases, the
applicant can provide a timeline for development and can demonstrate that the project
would be successful even if all phases were not or could not be completed.
Staff recommends approval of the rezone and General Development Plan with the findings
listed above.
The Plan Commission approved of the rezone and General Development Plan as requested with
findings noted. The following is the Plan Commission's discussion on this item.
Site Inspections Report: No commissioners reported visiting the site.
Staff report accepted as part of the record.
The applicant requests a zone change from the existing Institutional District (I) to Institutional
District with a Planned Development Overlay (I -PD). The applicant also requests approval of a
General Development Plan for modifications to the Sunnyview Expo Center.
Mr. Slusarek presented the item and reviewed the site and surrounding area as well as the land
use and zoning classifications in this area. The applicant is requesting a zone change to allow
for expansion to the expo center parking facilities that do not meet surfacing requirements. The
applicant is proposing several improvements to the Sunnyview Expo Center with a two -phased
approach. The intent of the project is to expand campground areas and install new electrical
services for existing and new RV sites. A conceptual layout plan has been submitted for Phase I
of the project, which is for expansion and improvement of the expo east campus. The applicant
notes that Phase I of the improvements is anticipated to be begin in fall of 2020 and intend to
follow with Phase II for improvements to the west campus parking lot areas to begin in fall of
2021. No new signage is being proposed. A full landscaping plan, lighting plans and storm
ITEM. Rezone & GDP Sunnyview Expo Center
water plan will be required to be submitted as part of the SIP application. No changes to the
existing building facades is being proposed with this request. He said staff recommends
approval of the rezone and General Development Plan with the findings listed in the staff
report.
Mr. Lyons reminded Plan Commission about the workshop that occurred about a year and a
half ago relating to this request. He gave a brief summary of the workshop and what was
discussed at that time. He said the applicant will submit for each phase of the project as
funding becomes available.
Mr. Fojtik opened technical questions to staff.
Mr. Ford commented as he recalls, there were some severe drainage issues that the applicant
wanted to address.
Mr. Lyons stated there are a lot of drainage issues in the area and explained that the applicant is
hoping to address those issues with each of the phases.
Mr. Fojtik opened up the public hearing and asked if the applicant wanted to make any
statements.
There were no statements from the applicant.
There were no public comments on this item.
Mr. Fojtik closed the public hearing and asked if the applicant wanted to make any closing
statements.
There were no closing statements from the applicant.
Mr. Fojtik closed public comments and asked if the applicant wanted to make any closing
statements.
There were no closing statements from the applicant.
Motion by Ford to adopt the findings and recommendation as stated in the staff report.
Seconded by Hinz.
Mr. Fojtik asked if there was any discussion on the motion.
Ms. Propp commented this will improve the site and she is looking forward to it.
Mr. Fojtik agreed.
Motion carried 9-0.
ITEM. Rezone & GDP Sunnyview Expo Center
SUBMIT TO:
n,a City of Oshkosh Application Dept. of Community Development
215 Church Ave- P.O. Box 1130
CiIX Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54903-1130
bfw Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) PHONE. (920) 236-5059
Oshkosh
"PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT USING (BLACK INK"
APPLICANT INFORMATION
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Status of Petitioner (Please Check): 4e -Owner :7 Representative - Tenant Prospective Buyer
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OWNER INFORMATION
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Ownership Status (Please Check): El Individual _-i Trust L; Partnership corporation
Property Owner Consent: (required)
By signature hereon, I/We acknowledge that City officials and:/or employees may, in the performance of their functions, enter upon the
property to inspect or gather other Information necessary to process this application. I also understand that all meeting dates are tentative
and may be postponed by the Planning Services Division for incomplete submissions or other administrative reasons.
Property Owner's Signature:
ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION
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SUBMIT TO:
City of Oshkosh Dept. of Community Development
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of Planned Development Application 0,hkosh, K 54901
Oshkosh PHONE: (920) 236-5059
For General Development Plan or Specific Implementation Plan
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Ownership Status i(P'lease Check): [.:.: Individual Trust Partnership Corporation
Property Owner Consent: (required)
By signature hereon, I/We acknowledge that City officials and/or employees may, in the performance of their functions, enter
upon the property to inspect or gather other information necessary to process this application. I also understand that all
meeting dates are tentative and may be postponed Iby the Planning Services Division for incomi submissions or other
administrative reasons.
Property Owner"s Signature:
TYPE OF REQUEST:
* General Development Plain (GDP).
* Specific Implementation Plain (SIP)
SITE INFORMATION
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➢ It is recommended that the applicant meet with Planning Services staff prior to submittal to discussthe proposal.
Application fees are due at time of submittal. Make check payable to City of Oshkosh.
Please refer to the fee schedule for appropriate fee. FEE 15 NON-REFLINDABLIE
For more information please visit the City's website at www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/Community-Development/Planning.htm
Sign— Staff — Date IRec'd
ROBERT A. WAY/Parks Director -Expo Manager
TOM MCGINNIS/Assistant Parks Director
VICKY J. REDLIN/Assistant Expo Manager
Website: http://www.co.winnebago.wi.us
Winnebago County
Department of Parks and Recreation
The Wave of the Future
Mark Lyons
Planning Services Manager
215 Floor, Room 201
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Dear Mark,
JAMES P. COUGHLIN CENTER
625 E. County Road Y, STE 500
Oshkosh, WI 54901-8131
Oshkosh (920) 232-1960
Expo Office (920) 232-1962
Fox Cities (920) 727-8641
Fax (920) 424-1277
May 7, 2020
Last year representatives of the Winnebago County Parks Department appeared before the City of
Oshkosh Planning and Zoning Commission in order to present a preliminary version of the 2020 - 2024
update of the Sunnyview Exposition Center Master Plan. At that time the main focus of the
department's presentation was directed towards informing the Commission of the County's intentions
to proceed with a phased approach in implementing grounds improvements at the Sunnyview
Exposition Center during 2020 and 2021. The scope of the improvements included:
• Addressing stormwater drainage issues throughout the grounds;
• Engaging in numerous parking lot upgrades and expansions that also encompass installation of a
lighting system;
• A modification being made to the main entranceway that would employ use of a large
centralized roundabout;
• Installation of 2,500 linear feet of gravel road extending eastward into the 25 -acre open field
areas situated in the northeast section of the expo; and,
• Performing campground upgrades including the addition of dozens of new campsites and
improved electrical services throughout.
Since last year's presentation a great deal has happened throughout society and the local community
that has given the department pause to reassess the wisdom of engaging in what would, even under
ordinary circumstances, be considered by County government standards a rather significant undertaking
requiring a good portion of funding to complete. Given the new conditions that now apply, because it
remains an unknown as to what effect the outcomes of the pandemic might eventually have on County
finances, it has been decided that given the pressing timeline for addressing the upgrades needed to
accommodate future horse shows and next year's Pyrotechnic Guild International (PGI) event, it would
be prudent to scale down both the size and cost of the original Phase I Expo Grounds Improvements
Project. In order to engage in this scaling down of the project, the Parks Department has determined
that the campground facilities are the primary area of need in preparing the expo for the increasing
number and size of horseshows being held, as well as the upcoming PGI event.
Although adjustments to drainage and retentions features will be included in the downsized project, the
focus of the work will remain on the Parks Department's intent to expand campground areas and install
new electrical services for both existing and new RV sites. To that end, the department has made
modifications to the original materials presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission such that they
now reflect only that portion of the project intended to improve the east campus area of the expo; the
area used mainly for RV camping. In making this adjustment it must be noted that following the
Planning and Zoning Commission's initial introduction to the improvements plan, other than revised cost
estimates, no changes were introduced into the design plan of the east campus or the campground
upgrades originally proposed (see attachments).
As one final component of the Parks Department's goal in preparing the expo grounds to host next
year's PGI event, the department must construct a 1100 -foot long gravel roadway in a back portion of
the newly purchased Netzer property. Said roadway is required in order to facilitate PGI's access into an
isolated area that will meet the distancing standards set between fireworks displays and spectators.
A summary of the elements to be included in the Parks Department's revised Phase I plans for expansion
and improvement of the expo east campus includes the following:
• Expansion of graveled RV/Trailer Camping Lots #3 and #4;
• Reshaping of graveled RV/Trailer Camping Lot #2;
• Install of perimeter lighting throughout;
• Recontouring of drainageways and installation of storm sewer;
• Installation of stormwater containment sites (ponds);
• Construction of 24' wide X 1100' long access drive into Netzer area; and,
• RV electrical services expansion and upgrades.
If funding is approved for this project, the department would hope to perform some portion of the work
yet in fall '20 and complete its efforts by mid-summer'21. Planning of improvements to be made to the
west campus parking lot areas (Phase II) would not begin until late fall '21.
In closing, I would appreciate your forwarding word of the aforementioned revision in the scope of the
expo grounds improvement project on to members of the City of Oshkosh Planning and Zoning
Commission and Common Council for their reference as they consider making the necessary change in
designation of the expo property.
Sincerely,
Robert Way
Winnebago County Parks Director— Expo Manager
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