HomeMy WebLinkAbout37. Outstanding IssuesDate of Initial RequestAffected Department(s) (If Applicable)Title of DirectiveCurrent StatusDate of Next Status Report/UpdateOther Notes1/1/2018Facilities-OPD-OFD Facility StudiesFire Department Facility Study is underway. Due to be completed by February 1. 20222/1/20221/22/2019Finance/DPWFee to replace Special Assessments for Street ImprovementsAwaiting Council direction. 10/26/202111/12/2019Finance & Public WorksStudy the feasibility of creating "Lifeline" rates for base level utility usage"Lifeline" rate option to be considered in next rate application. 11/9/2021 Staff will consult with Ehlers on next steps to have PSC review.4/28/2020Community DevelopmentAssistance for Landlords and Tenants during COVID EmergencyCouncil resolution supporting emergency rule sent to DATCP. 10/26/2021The City has allocated part of the City’s CDBG CARES for Rental Assistance. ADVOCAP reports that the State of Wisconsin has approximately $400 million for rental assistance that ADVOCAP will be able to use, along with other municipalities throughout the state. We are awaiting criteria definitions regarding distribution of funds.6/9/2020City Manager Community Conversations to address racismCity Manager seeking contacts to initiate discussions with community leaders to identify next steps11/9/2021 Delayed due to COVID pandemic.1/1/2021City ManagerIdentify and pursue opportunities for the city to provide support for short and long-term solutions to reduce and end homelessnessStaff continues to work with Day By Day Warming Shelter and COTS on facility options. Tiny Homes project also preparing to submit development application.11/9/20211/1/2021City ManagerContinue incorporating equity and inclusion into the day-to- day operations and structures of the Oshkosh city government. This includes implementing the recommendations of the DEI Committee and Council, working with departments to achieve their DEI-approved measurable equity and inclusion goals, and continuing community conversations with cross-section of the Oshkosh communityConsultant currently conducting DEI training with staff. Staff is working with data from training, consultant and benchmark communities to develop equity and inclusion measures. Staff plans to provide draft KPI's to DEI in the 4th quarter. 11/9/20211/1/2021City ManagerProvide options to analyze, prioritize, and address the comprehensive facilities needs of the City of Oshkosh.Facilities Assessment forwarded to Council on 7/23/21. Workshop to be scheduled after ADA assessment is complete.11/9/20211/1/2021City ManagerTo use all the resources of the City Manager’s Office, partnering with colleagues and stakeholders, to lobby our state legislature to reduce the funding gap under the Municipal Services Payment ProgramStaff is meeting with other cities on legislative options outside of budget process.11/9/20218/24/2021Community DevelopmentConvention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) Tourism AssessmentThe CVB has identified key stakeholders in the city, and City staff is working with groups to explore recommendations. The City may have a role in implementing recommendations. 11/9/202110.26.21City of Oshkosh Status of Outstanding IssuesCouncil Meetingprint date: 10/21/2021