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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11.18.20 Full Agenda REVISED REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY of the City of Oshkosh c/o Community Development Department 215 Church Ave., PO Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54902-1130 (920) 236-5055 (920) 236-5053 FAX http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us H. ALLEN DAVIS Executive Director LORI PALMERI Chairman REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH November 18, 2020 4:00 p.m. REVISED Due to the current COVID-19 emergency, this meeting will be conducted virtually only. There will be no general public comment at this meeting of the Redevelopment Authority. Citizens are encouraged to consider submitting written comments. Written public comments may be sent via mail addressed to amaier@ci.oshkosh.wi.us or placed in the City Hall dropbox. Written comments will be distributed to the Redevelopment Authority and made part of the public record of the meeting. This meeting will be available live on Channel 10 in the City of Oshkosh, live streamed on oshkoshmedia.org, live on WOCT radio station 101.9 FM, live through Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire Stick. You may also view the meeting later on oshkoshmedia.org and the Oshkosh Media YouTube channel. If anyone requires other reasonable accommodation, please contact the Community Development Office at amaier@ci.oshkosh.wi.us or 920-236-5055. Meeting information: Link: https://tinyurl.com/RDANov20 Password: wBmmJYDi646 (92665934 from phones and video systems) Phone Number: 1-510-338-9438 Access Code: 126 771 5170 A. Roll Call B. Approve Minutes and Closed Session Minutes from September 16, 2020 C. Public Hearing: Spot Blight Designation; 413 Scott Avenue a. 20-18 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property at 413 Scott Avenue ($12,000) D. 2021 RDA Budget E. Community Garden RFP Update F. Executive Director’s Report - Next Meeting January 20, 2021 G. MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION: The Redevelopment Authority may convene into Closed Session to discuss the purchase of 916 Mason Street pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(e) of the Wisconsin State Statutes where competitive bargaining reasons require a closed session. H. Adjournment 1 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES September 16, 2020 PRESENT: Jason Lasky, Lori Palmeri, Steve Hintz, Susan Panek, Thomas Belter, Archie Stam EXCUSED: Jack Bermingham STAFF: Allen Davis, Executive Director/Community Development Director; Darlene Brandt, Grants Coordinator Chairperson Palmeri called the meeting to order at 4:00pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes of August 25, 2020 were approved as distributed. (Belter, Stam) Arena Update City Attorney Lorenson joined the Redevelopment Authority to provide an update regarding the arena. Ms. Lorenson stated that the Fox Valley Pro Basketball (FVPB) reorganization plan was confirmed in the bankruptcy on August 26, 2020. Under the plan, FVPB will continue to operate the arena. The Wisconsin Herd plans to continue to lease it for use for the G-league games. Menominee Nation and FVPB are continuing to negotiate a final agreement for naming rights, so everything remains status quo in those regards. There were no changes to the development agreement with the City as a result of the bankruptcy process and there are two issues going before Council next Tuesday. Ms. Lorenson stated that in terms of outstanding City issues, the City incurred a total of $69,695 pre and post-petition attorney fees for outside counsel related to both the developer’s defaults as well as monitoring and responding to the bankruptcy proceeding. The proposed settlement agreement provides for payment of all the pre-petition attorney fees and a portion of the post- petition attorney fees. Because it was a more complex bankruptcy case than typically handled through her office, they hired outside counsel and they monitored things and responded to certain filings in the case in the same way any other creditor would. The attorney fees were not going to be compensable under the terms of the development agreement. The development agreement provided the City could recoup its costs related to enforcing default. The agreement they reached, which is going to council for approval next Tuesday, is for a total of $42,412.25 out of the total $69,695. Roughly 61% of the attorney fees will be paid under this settlement. Ms. Lorenson stated that the other issue going to Council next Tuesday relates to a financing under the bankruptcy. A consortium of lenders including Two Willows, who were involved previously, has agreed to lend FVPB about $2,200,000 as exit financing and they are requesting certain assurances from the City in connection with that financing. Most of them are simply facts or their 2 restatements of things in the development agreement. The one that was a little bit up in the air until the attorney fees issue is settled relates to default under the development agreement. Currently because the City claims the attorney fees, there is a default. If Council approves the settlement, it that would correct that default and that’s the last remaining default under the development agreement at this time. If they accept the development agreement, then they would also authorize us to make those representations in connection with that exit financing. Ms. Lorenson stated that the final issue is the status of the real estate transfer. They are working with DNR to obtain the final VPLE paperwork. They had discussed a “no poke” restrictive covenants previously, meaning FVPB is restricted from going in while the City still has obligations under the development agreement to excavate or look for additional environmental issues that might become the responsibility of the City. The “no-poke” provision was actually included in the orders issued by the bankruptcy court to the debtor. As soon as they receive the VPLE, they will be in a position to transfer the property. She is hoping to have completed the paperwork and the closing in the next two months, but she is asking that RDA not hold her to that timeline. Mr. Belter asked for confirmation that they sold off the future TIF proceeds for TIF bond financing, so in no way will we ever pay the TIF bond holder if we don’t receive property tax payment from FVPB. Ms. Lorenson replied affirmatively, clarifying that it is actually collateral financing. They have not asked for any agreements in relation to splitting those. The way the assurances for the financing are right now is that Silver Anvil LLC would have to actually step in and assume the rights and responsibilities under the agreement at this point so it’s not really separated. Mr. Belter asked if there was a collateral assignment on the TIF receipt. Ms. Lorenson replied that they are not separating the TIF payment from the responsibilities of the development agreement, which at this point is basically payment of the taxes. Mr. Belter asked if the G-League has pushed their schedule into a future month because he does not think they will start in November. Ms. Lorenson replied that it had not been settled the last time she checked. Mr. Laskey asked if the G-League leasing the space from them is in their current contract or if they will need to renegotiate their contract to move forward. Ms. Lorernson replied that she does not know if they renegotiated any of the items, but they are planning to lease it and use that facility. Mr. Belter stated that it was a seven year lease. He assumes they will maintain the existing lease, but they’re in default of that. Mr. Lasky asked how bankruptcy would play into that. 3 Mr. Belter replied that they could call a default and walk away from the lease. Ms. Lorenson stated that Mayor Palmeri or Mr. Davis could provide the next update to the RDA. The Redevelopment Authority thanked City Attorney Lorenson for her time. Public Hearing: 2019 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) No one appeared for the public hearing. Mr. Lasky asked if a lack of public participation was common or if it was due to COVID-19. Ms. Brandt replied that it was common. Mr. Belter asked where the public would find this. Ms. Brandt replied that it was advertised in the Oshkosh Northwestern and that the plan is available on the City’s website and in the Community Development office. Ms. Palmeri asked if there was also an Oshkosh Herald article that referenced this. Ms. Brandt replied that the Herald was sent a copy of the availability, but she does not know if there was an article. She does not remember seeing one. Mr. Lasky asked if it would make more sense to utilize the Herald because it is distributed to every residence in the City and the Northwestern is subscription only. Ms. Panek asked if it was based on circulation. Ms. Brandt replied that the City has identified the Oshkosh Northwestern as its official publication news agency. Ms. Palmeri stated that as of a couple of months ago, the Herald was seeking to meet whatever the criteria is to be considered a legal publication of record. She is not sure where they are in that process, but she thinks there is a certain milestone that they have to reach in order to be allowed to be that designee. Ms. Panek stated that she did not know if it had to do with the number of subscribers opposed to the number of residences that it is delivered to. Mr. Davis stated that it might have to do with how frequently it is published. Mr. Hintz asked if the CAPER was contracted or completed in-house. 4 Mr. Davis stated that City staff prepared this, primarily Ms. Brandt. Ms. Palmeri asked if Ms. Brandt would like to cover some of the highlights of the report. Ms. Brandt stated that Mr. Hintz found a typo, which will need to be corrected. He also pointed out that a total of 49,000 people served seemed high, but that is how the public service agencies report. It is not based on one-time service, every time someone enters a facility is counted as another person. Mr. Davis stated that a lot of those numbers are based on the food bank participation. Ms. Brandt replied that it is any of the public service agencies. Ms. Panek asked for confirmation that someone visiting three or four different agencies receives credit at each agency, so it is not an unduplicated count. Ms. Brandt replied affirmatively. Mr. Hintz stated that’s what he is assuming because to say that service was provided to 49,000 people is a lot of people. It must be a duplicated count. Ms. Palmeri asked for confirmation that it is the number of visits, not the number of families assisted. Ms. Brandt replied affirmatively. Mr. Hintz stated that if he were somebody at HUD, his credibility might be in question if he reported that 49,000 people received service in a city where the total population is roughly 66,000. Ms. Panek replied that if HUD allows them to count that way, which they do, then it is their issue. It shows the number of visits, which is still a lot of people who are in need. Ms. Brandt stated that the food bank, for example, served 35,000, but that’s around half the population of Oshkosh. It is based on the number of people per visit. Mr. Hintz asked if one person could usually chalk up 52 visits. Ms. Brandt replied affirmatively. Mr. Lasky asked if it also included the same household, if, for example, he brought someone from his household with him. Ms. Brandt replied that the same household is counted as one. 5 Ms. Palmeri asked for confirmation that if those dollars are spread over twelve public service agencies, if one household sought services from multiple agencies, then it could be triplicated or quadruplicated. Ms. Brandt replied affirmatively. Mr. Hintz stated that using the example of the food bank at 35,000 would explain a lot of that number. Ms. Brandt stated that based on the 2019 allocation of roughly $835,000 and program income of $211,000, they had $1,046,000 to spend. $823,000 was spent in the 2019 program year and any remaining funds are spent in the following program year. Mr. Lasky asked if the remainder reduces the funding for the following program year. Ms. Brandt replied that it does not. Mr. Davis stated that the program year for federal government is not our calendar year budget, which has always been a problem for tracking. Ms. Palmeri asked what the program year is. Ms. Brandt replied that it is May 1st through April 30th. If the funds were not spent due to agencies being closed due to COVID-19, she will gladly allow carryover if the agency requests to carryover past the April 30th deadline. Ms. Palmeri asked if this included any additional CDBG dollars and if we received the rules on how those dollars could be used. Mr. Davis replied that we received draft rules a week or two ago and we are hoping to receive final rules within a month. Ms. Palmeri asked if that would be a separate report. Ms. Brandt replied that it would be a separate report, funding, and documentation. Ms. Palmeri asked if the housing and down payment assistance amount of $10,000 was $5,000 each. Ms. Brandt replied that CDBG provides up to $10,000 in closing cost assistance and only one closing was accomplished in the past program year. Ms. Palmeri asked if the Sold on Oshkosh dollars were separate from this. Ms. Brandt replied affirmatively. 6 Mr. Davis stated that there we more closings under Sold on Oshkosh with HNI funding. Ms. Panek asked about the percent of public services. Ms. Brandt replied that it is a maximum of 15%. Ms. Panek estimated that the percentage was 10% or 13%. Ms. Brandt stated that it is 10.75%. Ms. Palmeri asked if this was the first year we did not use the full available amount. Ms. Brandt replied that it always varies based on carryover from the previous year. She has to make sure she does not exceed the 15% based on prior year payments because if she exceeds 15% there will be a finding with HUD. Mr. Davis stated that we had just released the applications for the next round. Ms. Brandt stated that they are due this week. Ms. Palmeri asked if the applications are for 2020. Ms. Brandt replied affirmatively, noting that they are retroactive to May 1st. Ms. Palmeri asked when the second public hearing is scheduled. Ms. Brandt replied that it is scheduled for 5:00pm next Thursday at City Hall. It does not go to Council and the report will be submitted to HUD on September 29th. Community Gardens Update Mr. Davis stated that staff has been working on the draft RFP over the last few weeks. He welcomes any kind of comments that the RDA might have either tonight or in the next week or so, but he’d like to send this out in the very near future so that they can get some respondents this fall and RDA can act on them this winter so that they can begin next spring. Probably the most important thing to note is that raised beds are required for all potential gardens. Ms. Palmeri asked if the raised beds need to be lined. Mr. Davis replied that he does not remember seeing lined raised beds. Ms. Palmeri replied that she thought that when they did the Jefferson Street garden, they needed to be lined with a certain thickness of plastic for lead. 7 Mr. Davis replied that that sounded familiar because lead is a common contaminant in Oshkosh. Mr. Stam thanked staff for putting it together. He thinks it will be a nice opportunity to gauge interest. Ms. Palmeri asked where this would be circulated, advertised, or announced. Mr. Davis replied it would go to all of the food groups they are aware of, neighborhood associations, public service agencies or pantries, the new food co-op, and the general public. They typically use media services for some kind of press release or posting on social media. Ms. Palmeri asked if we would extend an invitation to the Oshkosh Herald for a story. Mr. Davis replied affirmatively. Mr. Lasky asked if the RFP would expire, or if we could add or remove properties from the RFP as needed. Mr. Davis replied that it is completely up to the RDA at this point. Right now he thinks there would be some kind of term for a lease, but they’re waiting for proposals to come through. Mr. Lasky replied that he understood that part. He is wondering if the RFP is only valid for a certain amount of time. Mr. Davis replied that they will keep it open until all of the spaces have been used. Mr. Lasky replied that that’s great because if someone misses a notice, they can still be directed to this process. Ms. Palmeri asked if Oshkosh Media could maybe have this for one of their episodes or interviews because this might be more than a quick sound bite type of thing. Mr. Davis replied that he would certainly ask them. Ms. Panek asked if there has been any connection with the Master Gardener program. Ms. Palmeri replied that they did work with the Jefferson Street garden. There were not enough volunteers for her neighborhood several years back. It depends on how many people are active on getting in their hours for their certification, so that might be another one to add to the circulation list. Potentially UW-Extension as well. Ms. Panek replied that Master Gardeners is through Extension. She thought that ADVOCAP was doing some garden plots years ago, but she is not sure if they are any longer. Mr. Belter stated that by the time you buy the wood and it soil, it is quite an endeavor to do this. 8 Ms. Palmeri replied that it was about $3,000 for 56 raised beds and a coordinator fee for the Jefferson Street garden. Mr. Lasky asked if there was a grant interested parties could apply for to offset costs. Ms. Brandt replied that there are Great Neighborhoods funds through the City that many neighborhood associations utilize. Mr. Lasky asked if you needed to be a neighborhood association to apply. Mr. Davis replied affirmatively. Mr. Lasky asked how many of the sites are in neighborhoods with existing associations. Mr. Davis replied around two or three associations. Ms. Palmeri stated that Habitat for Humanity also indicated they may have some property that they may be able to add to the offerings. Ms. Brandt stated that Habitat for Humanity has a piece of property that has environmental issues that they cannot build on. She has recommended that they offer it as a community garden. She does not know if they have followed through. Ms. Palmeri thanked staff for putting the RFP together for individuals and groups in the community who have expressed interest. Executive Director’s Report Mr. Davis provided updates to the RDA. Mr. Belter made a motion for the Redevelopment Authority to convene into Closed Session pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(G) of the Wisconsin State Statutes to discuss the purchase of 413 Scott Avenue in the City of Oshkosh. Seconded by Ms. Panek. Motion carried 6-0. There was no further discussion. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:15pm. (Panek, Belter). Respectfully Submitted, Allen Davis Executive Director CITY OF OSHKOSH REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY City Hall Room 404 September 16, 2020 CLOSED SESSION MINUTES CALL TO ORDER (Chairperson Palmeri) ROLL CALL _X_Thomas Belter __ Jack Bermingham _X_ Lori Palmeri _X_ Steve Hintz _X_ Jason Lasky _X_ Sue Panek _X_ Archie Stam ALSO PRESENT: Allen Davis, Executive Director / Community Development Director; Darlene Brandt, Grants Coordinator Discussion held regarding the purchase of 413 Scott Avenue, 630 N. Main Street, and 640 N. Main Street. A motion was made and seconded to adjourn. Carried by voice vote. The closed session meeting adjourned at approximately 5:15pm. Respectfully submitted, Allen Davis Executive Director/Community Development Director TO: City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority FROM: Allen Davis, Community Development Director DATE: November 12, 2020 SUBJECT: November 18, 2020 RDA Meeting Agenda Items NEW BUSINESS Public Hearing: Spot Blight Designation; Approve the Acquisition of Property at 413 Scott Avenue 20-18 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property at 413 Scott Avenue ($12,000) Background The City has been pursuing repair orders on this property and the property was presented as a possible acquisition and raze project. Code Enforcement has identified numerous code violations and property is currently vacant. The site is located beside the Historic Jackson Street Neighborhood Association. Analysis The current owner approached City staff with an interest in selling the property to the City for the amount of outstanding encumbrances. The assessed value of the property is $66,400, the fair market value of the property is $71,700. The condition of the structure no longer supports that value. City staff has completed a field inspection and recommends acquisition and eventual demolition. The clean-up of the site would contribute to the neighborhood. City staff identified $12,000 for the purchase price based on outstanding mortgages and liens. The long term plan for the property would be to land bank the property for future redevelopment. The property could also be offered as a community garden site for the Historic Jackson Street Neighborhood Association or another community organization. Fiscal Impact The RDA/City would use a portion of the CDBG central city blight elimination funds for acquisition ($12,000) and demolition (estimated up to $10,000). If the site is not acquired, the City will pursue a court order to raze the structure with City funds, and the owner would continue to own the lot. The City could be reimbursed for the demolition costs by a future lot buyer. On-going maintenance of the parcel would cost about $500/year for grass cutting/snow removal. Recommendation The RDA approves the Spot Blight Designation and Approves the Acquisition of 413 Scott Street for $12,000. 2021 RDA Budget The City’s Capital Improvement Program has allocated the following funds for acquisition/demolition of blighted properties throughout the City that the RDA will be processing: 1. Acquire scattered, blighted properties for neighborhood redevelopment. $500,000 2. Gateway Blight Elimination – South Park Ave., 9th Ave., Oshkosh Ave., Jackson St., Oregon Street. $250,000 3. Assist with Sawdust District Plan implementation for the acquisition and demolition of South Main Street and Sawdust District properties. $500,000 The details of the RDA’s budget for all revenues and expenses is attached. If Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds will be used, then a budget amendment would also be included for the City Council’s consideration. Community Garden RFP Update Staff has updated the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the RDA-owned sites that would be possible community garden sites due to additional questions from potential respondents. REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 18, 2020 20-18 RESOLUTION (APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: APPROVE SPOT BLIGHT DESIGNATION; APPROVE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AT 413 SCOTT AVENUE ($12,000) WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh was created to assist in the elimination and prevention of blight and blighting influences and to promote urban renewal; and WHEREAS, the property at 413 Scott Avenue exhibits conditions cited under Section 66.1333 (2m)3.(bm) of the Wisconsin Statutes that consider said property to be blighted; and WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority has conducted a public hearing to obtain comments and determine if said property is blighted; and WHEREAS, the owner has offered the property at 413 Scott Avenue to the Redevelopment Authority in the amount of $12,000 plus closing costs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that: 1. Findings and Determinations. It has been found and determined and is hereby declared that: (a) conditions of blight exist at the property due to dilapidation and deterioration; and (b) the property is not within a designated redevelopment area but can be acquired if spot blighted by the Redevelopment Authority to eliminate slum and blight conditions in the neighborhood; and (c) the existing structure will be demolished and the lot sold at fair market value for redevelopment purposes or offered for use as a community garden. NOVEMBER 18, 2020 20-18 RESOLUTION CONT’D 2. Spot Blight Designation. The Authority hereby finds that the property is blighted in need of rehabilitation and blight elimination under the meaning in Section 66.1333 (2m)3.(bm) of Wisconsin Statutes. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to purchase 413 Scott Avenue in the amount of $12,000 plus closing costs and execute any and all documents necessary to consummate this transaction. Money for this purpose is hereby appropriated from Community Development Block Grant Funds. 413 Scott Avenue 1 2 3 4 . . . . . . . . . 2019 Actuals 2020 Adopted 2020 Projected 2021 Proposed BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 17,849,014 19,354,810 19,354,810 19,354,810 REVENUE TOTAL 1,512,703 6,000 1,626,300 1,256,000 Personnel Exp 0 0 0 0 Operating Exp 6,907 11,500 1,626,300 1,256,000 EXPENSE TOTAL 6,907 11,500 1,626,300 1,256,000 SURPLUS / DEFICIT 1,505,796 -5,500 0 0 FUND BALANCE 19,354,810 19,349,310 19,354,810 19,354,810 Contact Information Allen Davis, Director Community Development, 920-236-5055, adavis@ci.oshkosh.wi.us 2,906 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS BUDGET VARIANCES Estimated $1,250,000 of revenue transfers in from CIP funds to support operating expenses 0 6,464 for 2021 Proposed -3,558 17,849,014 6,464 17,852,572 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (0901-0999) PERFORMANCE REPORT Transfer arena property Sold three remaining parcels in Marion Road redevelopment area Redevelopment in the Central City Blight removal Sawdust District Plan Implementation MISSION STATEMENT In 2003, the Council created a City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority and approved the appointments of 7 commissioners to that body. The Redevelopment Authority has its primary emphasis and focus on the redevelopment and revitalization of the central city, downtown, and riverfront. The RDA can acquire blighted properties, demolish and remediate sites, and provide public improvements that promote the redevelopment of the City. DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND: COMPONENT UNIT FUND STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS 2020 ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2018 Actuals TOTAL REVENUES and EXPENDITURES 2021 GOALS Residential Acquisition/Rehabilitation and/or Demolition/Sale Assist with implementation of Sawdust District Plan with RFP and South Main projects Acquire scattered, blighted properties for neighborhood redevelopment 2020 PROJECTION 2021 BUDGET COMMENT 9010999 4924 BUILDING RENT (6,000.00) (6,000.00) Bait Shop Rent 9010999 4966 OTHER REIMBURSEMENTS (934.00) - 9010999 4972 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE (19.50) - 9010999 5299 TSF FROM OTHER FUNDS (1,619,283.68) (1,250,000.00) See Table (1,626,237.18) (1,256,000.00) 9010999 6401 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 15,919.00 149,900.00 9010999 6481 WORKERS COMPENSATION 900.00 900.00 9010999 6483 COMPREHENSIVE LIABILITY 5,181.00 5,200.00 9010999 7208 LAND PURCHASES 1,604,237.18 1,100,000.00 1,626,237.18 1,256,000.00 - - Transfer In Funding CIP South Shore TBD (500,000.00) CIP Gateways TBD (250,000.00) CIP Scattered Sites TBD (500,000.00) CDBG - (1,250,000.00) TOTAL TRANSFER IN TOTAL REVENUE TOTAL EXPENSES NET REVENUE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 2021 BUDGET Request for Proposal Community Gardens Several Vacant Sites City of Oshkosh, WI 2 The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh (RDA) seeks proposals from qualified organizations and individuals regarding the creation, management, and operation of community gardens in several available properties. 1. Development Goals The RDA encourages submissions of a plan for the use of several vacant City parcels for community gardens. The RDA seeks proposals from qualified individuals and organizations regarding the creation, management, and operation of community gardens. Community gardens and food plots serve as gathering places for residents and provide opportunities for healthy fresh food. It is the RDA’s intent to sell these parcels, however, the RDA will consider entering into a long term lease if the applicant can demonstrate the capacity to develop and continually maintain the gardens and open space within the parcels. All aspects of the creation, management and operation of the garden will be identified in the terms and conditions that are mutually agreed upon by the awardee and the City and RDA in the lease. The scope of work to be performed shall include management of a garden with the following missions in mind: 1) the establishment of a community garden 2) promoting community interest in gardening 3) providing City residents with gardening, recreational, socializing opportunities 4) enabling local residents within City boundaries to supplement their diets with home grown produce 5) providing physical space for community members to learn about resource conservation, urban gardening, and related issues in a safe, enjoyable environment. Factors that the awardee should also consider include, but are not limited to, gardening services, community involvement and outreach, garden access, facilities, gardening-related education, organic practices, fundraising, water conservation and irrigation, composting, maintenance and trash collection, parking, security, staff/crew/committees, and budgeting. This may be accomplished by creating a set of by-laws as well as member use agreement, with each document requiring adherence to requirements established by the City of Oshkosh. Any lease agreement between the RDA and the awardee will be required to follow all rules and regulations set by the City of Oshkosh and the RDA. 3 2. Property Description The City and RDA have identified five (5) vacant parcels that they would consider conveying to allow for the creation of a community garden. See [Appendix A] for maps and pictures of available parcels. 3. Area Conditions The properties, located throughout the City, are vacant and are located in relatively close proximity to several established neighborhoods. If properties are leased, RAISED BEDS are to be used as well as the use of a solid, appropriate barrier between soil and ground as to not disturb the ground. If properties are bought from the RDA, the buyer does not have these restrictions of raised beds. 4. Proposed Zoning and Land Use The use of any parcel within the City of Oshkosh are required to obtain a Conditional Use Permit, that is approved by the Plan Commission and City Council, as well as follow all City zoning and land requirements. Please refer to the City of Oshkosh Zoning Ordinance for regulations regarding setbacks, land use/permitted/conditional uses, parking, landscaping, storm water management, etc. which can be accessed on the City’s website at the following link https://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/PlanningServices/ZoningOrdinanceMaps.aspx 5. Terms and Conditions  If leased, all gardening MUST be done in raised beds as well as use of a solid, appropriate barrier between soil and ground. Lessee may not disturb the ground in any form without consent from City.  Obtain a Conditional Use Permit and follow all necessary zoning and City requirements.  supply the City with detailed plans regarding the development of any work  Awardee must demonstrate the capacity to develop and continually maintain the gardens and open space within the parcels. 6. Proposal Requirements To achieve a uniform review process and a degree of comparability, the proposals should be organized in the following order and contain all of the following elements: 1. Title Page: Show the proposal title, name of applicant, address, telephone number(s), name of a contact person, date, and other relevant applicant information. 2. Organization/Applicant Credentials: Provide a narrative describing the applicant(s) background, history, and construction experience in regards to community gardening, including comparable projects successfully completed by the applicant. 4 3. Organization/Applicant Members: State the names and titles of key members of your team, including proposed subcontractors if applicable. 4. Project Description: Provide a one-page or two-page narrative describing what is proposed for construction, maintenance, and acquisition/lease of the land. Include an explanation of the design concept and the expected timetable for construction. 5. Concept Plan: Submit a conceptual site plan showing initial ideas for garden placement, and all other features. 6. Financing Plan: Provide a description of anticipated general financing for the project. Include the following details: a. Required investment and expected level of RDA participation in the project (if any). b. State of applicant’s financial ability and resources at the applicant’s disposal. c. Garden concept including target market for the planned project and how the completed project would be marketed. d. Offer price for the property (see land prices in Appendix A) 7. Evidence of Insurance: The applicant shall provide evidence of obtaining adequate insurance at time of project approval. These items should be included in the proposal and clearly identified as Exhibit A, Evidence of Insurance and Permits. 8. Approaches to Addressing City Goals and Vision (optional): This is an optional section for the applicant to highlight any specific unique qualities that may be appealing to the goals, vision, or personality of the City of Oshkosh. Submittal Requirements: This RFP will remain open until proposals have been submitted and approved for all parcels. Proposals must be received by the Redevelopment Authority of Oshkosh and it is recommended that all proposals be submitted via email or mail to: Email: Darlene Brandt dbrandt@ci.oshkosh.wi.us Address: Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh Department of Community Development 215 Church Avenue Oshkosh, WI 54901 For all potential proposals submitted to the RDA, the approval process will follow a similar schedule as shown below: 5 Proposal Submitted Date Plan Commission Meeting: Approval of Conditional Use Permit Redevelopment Authority Meeting: Approval of Sale/Lease City Council Meeting: Approval of Conditional Use Permit Before November 20, 2020 December 2, 2020 January 20, 2021 February 3, 2021 Before February 12, 2021 March 2, 2021 March 17, 2021 March 30, 2021 Before April 16, 2021 May 4, 2021 May 19, 2021 June 9, 2021 *Schedule is tentative. Dates may change Submittals that meet the requirements of the RFP will be scheduled for review and a tentative oral presentation to the RDA. The RDA will determine whether they wish to accept, reject or seek additional information on a submittal. After a proposal is selected by the RDA, a Term Sheet reflecting the basic provisions of the Conditional Use Permit will be prepared by City Staff for review and approval by the applicant, Plan Commission, RDA and City Council. 7. Questions and Contact Information Allen Davis Director of Community Development (920) 236-5055 adavis@ci.oshkosh.wi.us Darlene Brandt Grants Coordinator (920) 236-5029 dbrandt@ci.oshkosh.wi.us 6 Appendix A Maps of Available Parcels [Rest of this page intentionally left blank] 7 8 Parcel #1 – W. Custer Avenue 9 Parcel #2 – North Main Street (south of New York Avenue) Acq. Price: $11,700 10 Parcel #3 - East Lincoln Avenue (adjacent to Railroad tracks) Acq. Price: $6,400 11 Parcel # 4 - 422 Otter Avenue (corner of Broad and Otter at Railroad tracks) 12 Parcel #5 - Oregon Street, adjacent to and south of Oaks Candy Store Acq. Price: $8,200 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT Arena Update Staff continues to work with WisDNR and Fox Valley Pro Basketball to be able to convey the property by the end of the year. Healthy Neighborhood Initiative: The “Rock the Block” (RTB) for 2021 has been selected and it is the River East Neighborhood. Habitat for Humanity, Greater Oshkosh Healthy Neighborhoods and the City will be working together to support another neighborhood in redevelopment and revitalization efforts. Neighborhood outreach will begin in the near future with projects to occur in June, 2021. South Shore Redevelopment Area: 43 E 7th Ave/Rec Lanes/706 S. Main Street – Demolition is complete. Environmental testing and minimal remediation has been done and WisDNR is requiring additional testing due to contamination uncovered during the demolition phase. The consultant thinks the additional testing will be completed in November, 2020. Restoration and seeding was completed this summer. The draft RFP was distributed to the RDA in the September RDA meeting packet. The Oshkosh Police Department also provided the RDA with drone aerial video to be used in the RFP. Staff expects to distribute the RFP by the end of the year and provide a rolling deadline for applicants until the RDA selects a project proposal(s). Pioneer Area – Mr. Art Dumke continues to work with City staff to explore multiple development options and funding scenarios. The City drafted a TIF Plan for possible redevelopment and the City Council approved the TIF Plan on September 24, 2019. The site also qualifies for New Market Tax Credits and was included in an Opportunity Zone. Miles Kimball Building - (Northwest corner of S. Main/9th Ave.) A new developer is interested in developing the property and made a presentation to the City Council regarding a possible Tax Increment Financing (TIF) application for residential development. An application has been recently submitted. 9th Avenue extension to CN Railroad – The street extension and undergrounding the overhead utilities has been submitted for a CIP request. The 9th Ave. extension and utility undergrounding was put in the CIP - Favorable Economic Conditions category in 2022-2023. Pioneer Drive Riverwalk – Staff submitted the WisDNR grant application due May 1, 2020. WisDNR reports the grant was not funded. Boatworks Property – The Option was granted to Morgan Partners through Dec. 31, 2020. Staff is working with Morgan Partners to help move the redevelopment of the site and the Morgan site forward. S. Main between 7th and 8th – Mr. Andy Dumke reports he is still trying to develop the Sawdust Lofts. He may apply for another round of LIHTC. Marion & Pearl Redevelopment Area: Merge Update – Construction continues on the Parcel H site, the location of the mixed-use Food Coop/residential building. Underground investigations continue on Parcel J along the Fox River. Morgan Crossing – Phase 2 – Alexander and Bishop has proposed another multi-family building on the vacant parcel to the east of the existing Morgan Crossing building. The redevelopment and a proposed TIF have not been scheduled for review/action at this time. Sawyer Street/Oshkosh Avenue Multi-modal Trail – WisDOT awarded the City $253,000 for extending the trail east from Punhoqua through Rainbow Memorial Park to the Sawyer Street/Oshkosh Avenue intersection in 2021. Staff is working on the design and environmental documents for WisDOT approval this winter. Bidding is planned for the spring of 2021 with construction to be completed in 2021. Jefferson Street Redevelopment: N. Main Street – The bank has sold the vacant auto repair shop.