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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11.17.2021 RDA Full Agenda 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 KELLY NIEFORTH Executive Director LORI PALMERI Chairman REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH November 17, 2021 4:00pm City Hall Room 404 I. Roll Call II. Approve Minutes and Closed Session Minutes from September 15, 2021 III. Public Hearing: 21-20 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property Located at 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street ($150,000.00) IV. Public Hearing: 21-21 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property Located at 1203 South Main Street ($36,000.00) V. 21-22 Approve Offer to Purchase 422 Otter Avenue; Megan Buss ($4,500.00) VI. 21-23 Approve Offer to Purchase 1628 Liberty Street; Shirley Stadtmueller ($14,500.00) VII. 21-24 Approve Offer to Purchase 672 Jefferson Street; KZ Holdings LLC ($8,000.00) VIII. Developer Presentations on 100 Block of West 6th Avenue Proposal (5 minutes each) i. Aquire Restoration, Inc. ii. Seaman Real Estates LLC IX. 21-25 Approve Offer to Purchase Vacant Properties Located at the 100 Block of 6th Avenue; Aquire Restoration, Inc. ($5,000.00) X. 21-26 Approve Offer to Purchase Vacant Properties Located at the 100 Block of 6th Avenue; Seaman Real Estates LLC ($27,000.00) XI. 21-27 Approve Redevelopment Authority Bylaws XII. 2021 RDA Budget & Financials XIII. 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) XIV. Near East Neighborhood and Redevelopment Plans XV. Executive Director’s Report – Next Meeting January 19, 2022 XVI. Other Business XVII. MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION: The Redevelopment Authority may convene into Closed Session to discuss bargaining options, strategy, parameters, and terms related to the negotiation of an agreement for the potential purchase of 1213 South Main Street and the potential purchase of 640 North Main Street pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(e) of the Wisconsin State Statutes where competitive and/or bargaining reasons require a closed session. XVIII. Adjournment 1 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES September 15, 2021 PRESENT: Lori Palmeri, Susan Panek, Thomas Belter, Archie Stam, Steve Hintz, Jack Bermingham EXCUSED: Jason Lasky STAFF: Kelly Nieforth, Executive Director/Community Development Director; Mark Lyons, Planning Services Manager; Steven Wiley, Associate Planner Chairperson Palmeri called the meeting to order at 4:03pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes and closed session minutes of August 19, 2021 were approved as written. (Belter, Stam) 21-16 Approve Appointment of Secretary/Executive Director for the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh Motion by Belter to approve 21-16. Seconded by Panek. Ms. Palmeri stated that the Executive Director has traditionally been the Community Development Director. She noticed in the bylaws that they do not have a fixed term in there and she would leave that to the group to discuss if that needs to be added or not. Mr. Hintz stated that he did not think a term needed to be added given that the Executive Director role is linked to the Community Development Director position. Motion carried 6-0. 21-17 Approve Offer to Purchase 1024 Windsor Street; Vienola Properties LLC ($20,000.00) Motion by Stam to approve 21-17. Seconded by Belter. Ms. Nieforth stated that the City was approached by multiple organizations last year or the year before because the owner of this property needed some assistance. The RDA declared the home blighted due to the condition and contents of the home at that time. RDA purchased and razed the home and they now have an offer for the property. Mr. Lyons stated that Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative established the New Homes in Your Neighborhood program in 2020 to provide a cash grant for in-fill properties. If someone was 1 2 willing to buy an RDA property and build a new owner-occupied home on it, the City would provide a cash grant to help offset that cost and encourage in-fill development. Mr. Wiley stated that it is a $15,000 reimbursable grant that is reimbursed upon issuance of a certificate of occupancy. The applicant presented plans for a single family ranch home that staff feel is appropriate architecturally for the neighborhood. If RDA approves the offer to purchase, they will enter into a development agreement with the applicant and move forward with the project. Ms. Nieforth stated that they are excited about this proposal and they are hoping that the program will take off and more developers will utilize it. Ms. Panek asked if the estimated value in the letter is for the home they are planning. Ms. Nieforth replied affirmatively. Ms. Palmeri asked how much has been invested for demolition and cleanup so far. Ms. Nieforth replied that the razing was done by the Streets Department, so they would have to pay for any tipping fees as well as maintenance for snow removal and grass cutting. Ms. Palmeri asked if that was charged directly to the RDA. Ms. Nieforth replied affirmatively. Motion carried 6-0. Michigan Street and West 4th Avenue Developer Presentations Mr. Todd Hutchison, Wisconsin Redevelopment, LLC stated that he moved to Oshkosh six years ago. At that time, he saw the site and was interested in developing something on it, but it was under option then. Their proposal is for 29 single-family zero lot line homes that wrap around the site. The units have two car attached garages and balconies overlooking the river area with a common area in the middle and a private drive down the center to access homes on either side of the street. Each home is owned by the homeowner and there’s a homeowner association to take care of common areas. It is a $10,000,000 project and they are not asking for any assistance from the City at this point. They don’t know what the soil conditions are and could need City assistance if any extraordinary conditions are present. They are looking at a 10% return in addition to the developer fee by selling the homes for $25,000 more or through a reduction in purchase price for some of the holding costs. They have a two year holding period, which they might be able to modify as they work through the market study. They provided an outline of the work they would be doing during the option period. Mr. Stam asked if there are shared walls between the units. 2 3 Mr. Hutchison replied that there are double walls with a one to two inch air gap between and a cap on the top of the wall. The same architect they’re working with is under construction right now for a similar project in Fort Washington and is working through approvals in Ashwaubenon. It is a pretty new home style for the state of Wisconsin, but they think that people are going to appreciate having direct ownership instead of being a part of a condo association. Ms. Palmeri asked how this was different from a condo association. Mr. Hutchison replied that they would own the roof and infrastructure and be responsible for that instead of the association. Mr. Hintz asked if they anticipated full construction at the same time. Mr. Hutchison replied that they can phase it depending on demand, which is one of the nice things about the project. Mr. Hintz asked how long the phasing periods would be and what their expectation for completion would be. Mr. Hutchison replied that they would need to figure that out during the option period and market study. Ms. Palmeri asked if they have any concerns about the flood zone. Mr. Hutchison replied that they would need to make sure they’re out of the flood zone, but that’s one of the things they would work out with the DNR during the option period. Mr. Tim Hess, Wesenberg Architects, stated that they had it under option previously. They initially proposed something similar to what they provided today. They previously proposed something with more density per guidance from City staff, meaning they needed to build up and provide underground parking. It turned the project into a four or five story building. The phase two was completed and there is definitely fill on there. There’s contamination, soil issues, and the entire Boatworks site is in the floodplain. Dredging and docks would cost around $2,000,000 because of impacted petroleum. They thought this would be a good site for workforce affordable housing. Mr. Chet Wesenberg stated that they know there’s a market for workforce affordable apartments. They can provide quality units with this type of construction. They have preliminary estimates for the geopiers from two contactors. From an architectural standpoint, they purposely held the street edge and created a framed entrance into the kayak park. They want to enhance the connection to the Riverwalk. They are thinking of units to serve people with bicycles and kayaks and are envisioning incorporating storage for those in cool architectural ways. They will look around the neighborhood for design ideas and put one together that fits the site. They are taking the concept of formal square architecture, putting it askew, and then moving to a more natural landscaped edge that will flow into the waterway. 3 4 Mr. Hintz asked if they have any estimate right now for rents. Mr. Wesenberg replied that workforce affordable is 120% of the county median income by definition. The one bedroom is $900, a one bedroom with a den is $1,000, and a two bedroom is $1,100. Utilities are factored in as well, so they’ll be substantially below the 30% mark. Mr. Stam asked how many units are proposed. Mr. Hess replied that there are 26 on the Boatworks site and 30 on the opposite site, so 56 total units. Mr. Hintz asked if they would start on the Boatworks site. Mr. Hess replied affirmatively. They know a lot about the Boatworks site and virtually nothing about the other site. The prior phase two was before PFAS, so they know they need to retest there. Ms. Palmeri asked if they are looking at PACE. Mr. Hess replied that they don’t think they are above and beyond what PACE would ask for right now. They’d need to look at energy efficiency and make sure that the cost savings could support the additional financing. Ms. Panek asked if the units are one or two story units. Mr. Wesenberg replied that the units themselves are one story. All of the first floor units will be fully accessible and there will be stairs to the second story. Ms. Panek asked Mr. Wesenberg and Mr. Hutchison how much taller these buildings would be than the average home. Mr. Wesenberg and Mr. Hutchison both replied that they will be similar to the average two story home. MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION Motion by Belter for the Redevelopment Authority to convene into Closed Session to discuss bargaining options, strategy, parameters, and terms related to the negotiation of an agreement to potentially purchase 1203 South Main Street and options for the purchase of the vacant property on Michigan Street and West 4th Avenue pursuant to the authority for closed sessions pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(e) of the Wisconsin State Statutes where competitive and/or bargaining reasons require a closed session. Seconded by Panek. The Redevelopment Authority reconvened into open session at 5:00pm. 4 5 21-18 Approve Option to Purchase Vacant Property on Michigan Street and West 4th Avenue; Wisconsin Redevelopment, LLC ($1.00) Motion by Belter to approve 21-18. Seconded by Bermingham. Motion failed 0-6. 21-19 Approve Option to Purchase Vacant Property on Michigan Street and West 4th Avenue; Wesenberg Architects ($1.00) Motion by Belter to approve 21-18. Seconded by Stam. Motion carried 6-0. Executive Director’s Report Ms. Nieforth provided updates to the RDA. Future Agenda Items Ms. Palmeri stated that she had requested a planning update for some of the RDA properties as well as periodic financial reporting, which has not been a consistent practice for the RDA. Ms. Panek stated that there is a lot of gender-specific terminology in the bylaws that needs to be updated. Ms. Nieforth replied that bylaw revisions will be returning to RDA for approval and they provide financials at the next meeting. Ms. Palmeri asked if they could also revisit the 2006 Near East Redevelopment and Neighborhood Plans. Ms. Nieforth replied affirmatively, adding that they will have some staff and neighborhood association feedback to discuss. Adjournment There was no further discussion. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:07pm. (Belter, Bermingham) Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Executive Director 5 CITY OF OSHKOSH REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY September 15, 2021 CLOSED SESSION MINUTES CALL TO ORDER (Chairperson Palmeri) ROLL CALL _X_Thomas Belter _X_ Jack Bermingham _X_ Lori Palmeri _X_ Steve Hintz __ Jason Lasky _X_ Sue Panek _X_ Archie Stam ALSO PRESENT: Kelly Nieforth, Executive Director/Community Development Director; Mark Lyons, Planning Services Division Manager Discussion held regarding the acquisition of 1203 South Main Street and options for the purchase of the vacant property on Michigan Street and West 4th Avenue. Motion by Belter to adjourn. Seconded by Bermingham. The closed session meeting adjourned at approximately 5:00p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Executive Director/Community Development Director 6 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: November 17, 2021 Redevelopment Authority Agenda Items 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) City staff provides the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with the annual CAPER as required by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) regulations and will present the report to RDA. The City has met all the CDBG spending criteria that HUD requires for CDBG expenditures. These criteria are created and monitored by HUD, and non-compliance with these regulations would jeopardize the City’s CDBG funding. The coronavirus pandemic impacted CDBG activities during the 2020 program year. The CDBG spending activities resulted in a benefit to Low to Moderate Income (LMI - up to 80% of County Median Income) of 58.7%. HUD minimum performance for LMI benefit is 70%. HUD allows the grantee to specify a time period of up to three years to meet the 70% LMI requirement. The City has specified a two year time period to meet the 70% LMI requirement for 2020-2021. As budgeted, the 2021 allocation and carryover funds from the 2020 program year, over 70% of CDBG funds will benefit low to moderate income (LMI) persons during the current two year period. The Public Service CDBG funding the City provided to a variety of non-profit organizations for LMI programs was 13.7%. The HUD maximum for Public Services is capped at 15%. The City also met this requirement. The Planning and Administration of the CDBG funding that is paid to the City for using City staff to implement the programs and activities throughout the year was 8.95%.The HUD maximum for Planning and Administration is 20%, so the City also met that requirement. City staff will provide additional information and detail at the RDA meeting. 2021 RDA Budget and Financials The City’s annual budget includes a budget for the city’s Redevelopment Authority but does not allocate any specific funds directly to the fund. Instead, the city borrows funds through the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and allocates CDBG funds annually to support the activities that the Redevelopment Authority pursues. For the 2020/2021 CDBG budget, over 7 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us $200,000 was allocated for blight removal which is required to meet CDBG requirements. The City borrows over $500,000 annually through the CIP to facilitate blight removal in the city. The RDA budget is set up to use as a pass through account in order to accurately account for how the funds are being used and for which project. Looking forward to 2022, city staff is proposing to utilize the city’s accounting system, Munis, to track costs for each RDA-owned parcel individually. This will give city staff a more accurate idea of how much each property costs the RDA to maintain while we’re holding the parcel. Near East Neighborhood and Redevelopment Plans The RDA and city staff created a neighborhood redevelopment plan in 2006 to facilitate residential redevelopment in the Near East Neighborhood adjacent to the city’s downtown. Currently, much of the Near East Neighborhood Plan is part of the Historical Fourth Ward Neighborhood Association and the Midtown Neighborhood Association. Many of the recommendations included in the Plan were implemented through city efforts and a discussion to terminate the Redevelopment District and Redevelopment Plan may be appropriate. Per the approved Redevelopment Plan, following implementation and completion of project activities, the Redevelopment Area and Plan should be terminated by action of the Common Council. City staff will provide additional information and detail at the RDA meeting. 8 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-20 RESOLUTION (APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: APPROVE SPOT BLIGHT DESIGNATION; APPROVE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 420 CEAPE AVENUE AND 0 BROAD STREET ($150,000.00) 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 located at 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street 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 located at 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street to the Redevelopment Authority in the amount of $150,000.00 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 9 NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-20 RESOLUTION CONT’D (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. 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 the property located at 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street in the amount of $150,000 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 Account No. 0303-0740-7208-16124. 10 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property Located at 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street ($150,000.00) BACKGROUND The Oshkosh Housing Authority owns two parcels along Broad Street and Ceape Ave that were originally purchased for future development of their facilities. They ultimately decided to not develop the sites. ANALYSIS The Day by Day Warming Shelter has been seeking a site in Oshkosh’s central city to construct a year round facility that will offer shelter for homeless individuals in Oshkosh. The Day by Day Warming Shelter was interested in constructing on the Oshkosh Housing Authority property due to the proximity of available services for the homeless population in Oshkosh. As a way to support homelessness prevention, City staff offered to include $150,000 in the city’s 2021 CDBG Action Plan to purchase the parcels from the Oshkosh Housing Authority and sell to the Day by Day Warming Shelter for $1. Because the Day by Day Warming Shelter serves LMI individuals, purchasing the property and selling it to the Day by Day Warming Shelter meets CDBG guidelines and aligns with the City’s CDBG plans to use CDBG funds to prevent homelessness. FISCAL IMPACT Funding for the proposed $150,000 acquisition will be allocated from Community Development Block Grant Account No. 0303-0740-7208-16124. The RDA will not acquire the property until the Day by Day Warming Shelter has secured adequate funding to construct the facility and receive all necessary City approvals. RECOMMENDATIONS The Redevelopment Authority approves the spot blight designation and acquisition of 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street for $150,000. 11 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 16, 2021 RE: Supplemental Information for Agenda Item III, Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property Located at 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street ($150,000.00) Multiple RDA members have reached out with questions regarding agenda item number three: Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property Located at 420 Ceape Avenue and 0 Broad Street ($150,000.) Below is additional information about the agenda item that RDA will be considering tomorrow, Wednesday, November 17th. Additional Background Information: City staff has worked with the Day by Day Warming Shelter organization for years and has been aware of the organization’s efforts to expand their offerings. At this time, the Day by Day Warming Shelter can only admit 25 individuals nightly from October 15-April 15 due to building code limitations of the church buildings. A need for expanded shelter for homeless individuals has been demonstrated due to the fact that the Day by Day Warming Shelter has to turn guests away on a regular basis because they’re over the 25 guest limit during the cold-weather months. In March of 2020 during COVID-19, the City worked with the Day by Day Warming Shelter staff to find space for individuals after the shelter closed for the year but housing was needed because of the pandemic. It was at this time that efforts increased to identify solutions for a year round shelter with expanded services. The Day by Day Warming Shelter staff and board members discussed multiple options for a year round facility including rehabbing the existing church building that the shelter is currently operating in. After analyzing multiple sites and buildings throughout the community, it was determined that a new facility would best meet the needs that the Day by Day Warming Shelter staff and board felt was necessary from an operational and financial standpoint. Multiple sites were discussed and the Oshkosh Housing Authority property consisting of two parcels on Broad and Ceape was viewed as the preferred location. The Oshkosh Housing Authority (which is a separate entity and is not under the City’s jurisdiction) owns two parcels on Broad and Ceape and has no intention of utilizing them. A City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us discussion took place between the organizations as well as the City of Oshkosh about the possibility of the Day by Day Warming Shelter constructing a facility on the property. In early 2021 as discussions moved forward, City staff included funding in the City’s 2021 CDBG Action Plan which allocated funds for a public facility that would serve LMI individuals. Preventing homelessness is one of five goals identified in the City’s 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. $150,000 was approved and allocated by HUD for the City/RDA to acquire the Oshkosh Housing Authority parcels and sell to the Day by Day Warming Shelter for $1 because the property will be used to serve LMI individuals. By using CDBG funds, the City is limited on how it can support the project. CDBG cannot pay for new construction but can pay for acquisition. There will be an agreement with the City of Oshkosh and the Day by Day Warming Shelter organization that will outline requirements on what the organization can and cannot do with the property. One primary requirement will be that the organization needs to maintain it as a public facility for 15 years. A mortgage will be placed on the property in the amount of the $150,000 acquisition price. It would be a 0% interest, 15 year forgivable loan, with 10% forgiven each year. If the use would change within the 15 year period, that percentage of the loan balance would be required to be repaid to the City. City staff has recommended that the RDA not formally acquire the property until the Day by Day Warming Shelter has received all the necessary zoning and building approvals from the City (GDP and rezoning was approved in July, 2021 and SIP will be reviewed in December, 2021.) City staff expects that the transaction to acquire the property and dispose of the property will occur the same day. City staff also recommends that the funding to complete the project is in place to ensure that the project is going to move forward. The City has no intention of acquiring the property if the Day by Day Warming Shelter project does not move ahead. An agenda item to blight the property and approve acquisition of the parcels was placed on the RDA’s November 17, 2021 agenda because Day by Day Warming Shelter is moving ahead with their building and zoning approvals and has raised a portion of the necessary funding. After the RDA approves the spot blight and the acquisition, another agenda item will need to be brought in front of the RDA at a future meeting to approve the disposition of the property to the Day by Day Warming Shelter. Having it approved with the condition that all building and zoning approvals are required and that the funding must be in place for the construction, will allow city staff to complete the necessary due diligence before the January or March RDA meeting for the disposition. The Day by Day Warming Shelter organization hopes to start construction in the spring of 2022. City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us RDA Member Questions: Below are answers to questions that I received and future questions can be discussed at the meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, November 17th at 4pm. 1. Will the Day by Day Warming Shelter organization own the building? Yes. 2. Have we seen the capital stack that fully funds the construction costs so we know we have a fully committed buyer? No, but that is a requirement before moving forward with acquiring the parcels. 3. Has the City reviewed a proposal to rehab the existing building instead of constructing a new facility? Yes, city staff has discussed the alternatives with the Day by Day Warming Shelter’s architects. City Inspections staff has been in the current facility and noted that there are multiple improvements needed in order to bring the building up to code to offer an expanded, year-round facility. The City cannot tell the non-profit which option to choose though. 4. What is the basis of the $150,000 figure? City staff worked with the parcel’s owner and the City Assessor to determine the fair market value of the vacant property. 5. What is the stake of the Housing Authority in this project? The Oshkosh Housing Authority is only selling their property as part of this project. 6. What is the financial involvement of the Housing Authority? There is no financial involvement of the Oshkosh Housing Authority except to sell their property to the RDA. 7. What happens if the Day by Day Warming Shelter organization cannot or does not raise the money for the building? The RDA will not acquire the building until the Day by Day Warming Shelter has the funding to construct the facility and has an approved agreement with the City/RDA. 8. It appears that the City will simply own the lot. How long does the $1 commitment last? The City is required to use the allocated CDBG funds within less than three years of being allocated. If the project is not moving ahead in the next year or two, city staff will review optional uses for the $150,000 CDBG allocation. 9. Is the RDA facing any deadlines to make a decision? No, but in order to move ahead with the project should the Day by Day Warming Shelter organization meet the requirements, multiple approvals are needed at multiple RDA meetings. An approval is needed to spot blight the properties and approve the acquisition and another meeting agenda will include the disposition of the property once the funding and city approvals are in place. In order to keep with the Day by Day Warming Shelter’s desired timeline to start construction in the spring of 2022, there are two more scheduled meetings after tomorrow’s meeting to consider the project. Riverside Park CEAPE AVCEAPE AV BROAD STBROAD STOTTER AVOTTER AV BROAD STBROAD STC:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/10/2021 1 in = 67 ft1 in = 0.01 mi¯420 CEAPE & 0 BROAD420 CEAPE & 0 BROAD City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. 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For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 13 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-21 RESOLUTION (APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: APPROVE SPOT BLIGHT DESIGNATION; APPROVE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AT 1203 SOUTH MAIN STREET ($36,000.00) 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 1203 South Main Street 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 1203 South Main Street to the Redevelopment Authority in the amount of $36,000.00 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. 14 NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-21 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 1203 South Main Street in the amount of $36,000.00 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 Account Nos. 0303-0740-7470-16917 ($23,999.38) and 0303-0740-7470-16017 ($12,000.62). 15 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property Located at 1203 South Main Street ($36,000.00) BACKGROUND The City of Oshkosh was approached by a representative of the 1203 S. Main Street parcel about the RDA purchasing the property. The building on site has been demolished and the parcel is currently vacant. The property is zoned CMU-PD and is located in the Sawdust District directly across from the Oshkosh Arena. ANALYSIS City staff met with the city’s environmental consultant and discussed the property’s potential contamination liabilities. In 1996 there was a notification of a hazardous substance discharge and the previous owner worked with the WDNR to address the issue in the early 2000’s. In 2003 the previous owner received notice that the activity was closed, but that continuing obligations still apply. It was determined that the former use of an automobile shop/repair business did have an impact on the groundwater most likely from the existing underground storage tanks and gas pump island, but that it does not pose a significant threat to the environment and human health. City staff views the acquisition as an opportunity to acquire blight land near the arena and along the S. Main Street corridor with the intention of redeveloping it in the future. FISCAL IMPACT If the RDA purchases the property, the EPA grant funds can assist with the costs to obtain a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment and to remediate the site. Funding for the proposed $36,000.00 acquisition will be allocated from Community Development Block Grant Account Nos. 0303-0740-7470-16917 ($23,999.38) and 0303-0740-7470-16017 ($12,000.62). RECOMMENDATIONS The Redevelopment Authority approves the spot blight designation and acquisition of 1203 South Main Street for $36,000.00. 16 S MAIN STS MAIN STW SOUTH PARK AVW SOUTH PARK AV W 12TH AVW 12TH AV E SOUTH PARK AVE SOUTH PARK AV C:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/8/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯1203 S MAIN ST1203 S MAIN ST City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 17 S MAIN STS MAIN STW SOUTH PARK AVW SOUTH PARK AV W 12TH AVW 12TH AV E SOUTH PARK AVE SOUTH PARK AV C:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/8/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯1203 S MAIN ST1203 S MAIN ST City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 18 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-22 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE 422 OTTER AVENUE; MEGAN BUSS ($4,500.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $4,500.00 submitted by Megan Buss, for 422 Otter Avenue, is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. 19 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Approve Offer to Purchase 422 Otter Avenue; Megan Buss ($4,500.00) BACKGROUND The RDA acquired 422 Otter Avenue in 2020 for $21,000 using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The existing home was in disrepair and therefore the RDA had to demolish the home. ANALYSIS The parcel is zoned TR-10 in the River East Neighborhood Association and is currently vacant. The interested buyer’s existing property is adjacent to the RDA parcel. They are proposing to keep the parcel vacant and use it as additional green space. If sold to the interested buyer, the two parcels cannot be combined as it would create a non-compliant lot per the City’s Subdivision Code. FISCAL IMPACT The proposed purchase price of $4,500 is based on the fair market value of the lot per the City Assessor. $4,500 of CDBG program income will be made available for additional projects such as owner-rehabilitation or blight removal. The RDA would no longer have an estimated $500 in ongoing maintenance costs for grass cutting and snow removal. RECOMMENDATIONS The Redevelopment Authority approves the offer to purchase 422 Otter Avenue from Megan Buss for $4,500. 20 November 7, 2021 Sean Fitzgerald City of Oshkosh Hello, Sean I’m inquiring to purchase 422 Otter Ave, Parcel ID 90200430000. I intend to expand my current yard at this point. I also considered building a single family home on the land, Only time will tell with what will work best! If I do stick with just expanding my yard, a surveyor will have to come out and I would like to have everything landscaped by next spring. I would like to offer $4,500 for the property, I’d love to improve the property and hopefully my offer is accepted so I can start! I purchased my property in September 2020 and just in the first year have done so much! The whole exterior of the home has had a makeover, me and my fiancé want to do things the right way so they last! We completely sanded off the old paint on our Victorian home and repaired/replaced rotten wood. This is only the start! No matter what, if we get the property behind us or not. We will continue to try and improve the River East neighborhood in anyway we can! Sincerely yours, Megan Buss 21 CCEEAAPPEEAAVV BROAD STBROAD STOTTER AVOTTER AV WAUGOO AVWAUGOO AVBROAD STBROAD STC:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/8/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯422 OTTER AVE422 OTTER AVE City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 22 CCEEAAPPEEAAVV BROAD STBROAD STOTTER AVOTTER AV WAUGOO AVWAUGOO AVBROAD STBROAD STJ:\GIS\Planning\Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/8/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯422 OTTER AVE422 OTTER AVE City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 23 422 Otter Avenue 24 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-23 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE 1628 LIBERTY STREET; SHIRLEY STADTMUELLER ($14,500.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $14,500.00 submitted by Shirley Stadtmueller, for 1628 Liberty Street, is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. 25 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Approve Offer to Purchase 1628 Liberty Street; Shirley Stadtmueller ($14,500.00) BACKGROUND The RDA purchased the parcel in 2020 for $28,000 using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The home on the site was in disrepair and City staff determined that it should be demolished for health and safety purposes. ANALYSIS The vacant parcel is zoned SR-9 and the prospective buyer is intending to keep the property vacant and use it as an extension of their existing property on Western Street. They may build a home on it in the future. The two properties cannot be combined because it wouldn’t be compliant with the city’s Subdivision Code. FISCAL IMPACT The proposed purchase price of $14,500 is based on the fair market value of the lot per the City Assessor. $14,500 of CDBG program income will be made available for additional projects such as owner-rehabilitation or blight removal. The RDA would no longer have around $500 in ongoing maintenance costs for grass cutting and snow removal. RECOMMENDATIONS The Redevelopment Authority approves the offer to purchase 1628 Liberty Street from Shirley Stadtmueller for $14,500. 26 27 16171619 16241626 902 16151623 1627163516391651162816341638164416161614814820 802 165516511645164116371631162716211619161316091616A1621 16451647 815 LIBERTY STLIBERTY STWESTERN STWESTERN STC:\Users\annam\Desktop\Planning Base Map - For Windows 10.mxd User: annam 1628 Liberty St.1628 Liberty St. City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identificationpurposes only, and the City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of theinformation. Those using the information are responsible for verifying accuracy. Forfull disclaimer please go to www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 12/9/2020 1 in = 60 ft1 in = 0.01 mi¯ 28 16171619 16241626 902 16151623 1627163516391651162816341638164416161614814820 802 165516511645164116371631162716211619161316091616A1621 16451647 815 LIBERTY STLIBERTY STWESTERN STWESTERN STC:\Users\annam\Desktop\Planning Base Map - For Windows 10.mxd User: annam 1628 Liberty St.1628 Liberty St. City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identificationpurposes only, and the City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of theinformation. Those using the information are responsible for verifying accuracy. Forfull disclaimer please go to www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 12/9/2020 1 in = 60 ft1 in = 0.01 mi¯ 29 1628 Liberty Street 30 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-24 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE 672 JEFFERSON STREET; KZ HOLDINGS LLC ($8,000.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $8,000.00 submitted by KZ Holdings LLC or its Assigns, for 672 Jefferson Street, is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. 31 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Approve Offer to Purchase 672 Jefferson Street; KZ Holdings LLC ($8,000.00) BACKGROUND The RDA acquired the parcel in 2019 for $47,000 using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The property had an existing home on the parcel that was in disrepair and ultimately city staff determined that the home should be demolished. ANALYSIS The parcel is zoned TR-10 and is located in the Historic Fourth Ward Neighborhood Association. It is located across the street from the seven RDA properties on Jefferson Street. The interested buyer is proposing to construct an upper and lower duplex which is allowed in the TR-10 zoning district. FISCAL IMPACT The proposed purchase price of $8,000 is based on the fair market value of the lot. $8,000 of CDBG program income will be made available for additional projects such as owner- rehabilitation or blight removal. The RDA would no longer have around $500 in ongoing maintenance costs for grass cutting and snow removal. RECOMMENDATIONS The Redevelopment Authority approves the offer to purchase 672 Jefferson Street from KZ Holdings LLC for $8,000. 32 November 2nd, 2021 Joseph Kelbach Managing Member KZ Holdings LLC. 920-379-3004 kzholdingswi@gmail.com City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority 215 Church Ave. Oshkosh WI, 54901 To whom it may concern: We are interested in purchasing the lot owned by the Redevelopment Authority, commonly known as 672 Jefferson St. in Oshkosh, parcel number 9040268000. We currently own the parcel adjacent to 672 Jefferson and would like to develop the lot in accordance with the zoning restrictions set forth, for the purpose of constructing an investment property. We intend to begin construction in 2022, pending an acceptance of this offer. We would like to formally offer the sum of eight thousand dollars, ($8000.00) for said property. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions. Best Regards, Joseph Kelbach KZ Holdings LLC. 33 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us CITY OF OSHKOSH REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REQUEST TO PURCHASE PROPERTY Date submitted: __________________ Address to acquire: _______________________________ Applicant’s name and address: __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Applicant’s phone number: __________________________________________________________ Applicant’s email address: ___________________________________________________________ Purchase price offer: ___________________________________________________________ Proposed use: ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Proposed project timeline: ___________________________________________________________ Desired purchase terms: ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Financing ( all that apply): Financial institution loan Cash/No financing Government Applicant’s signature: ___________________________________________________________ Please also submit any pertinent information relative to the drawing of the proposed building, site plan, financing commitments or any other information that may assist in explaining your proposed project. Completed application and supporting materials may be submitted by email to sfitzgerald@ci.oshkosh.wi.us or by mail to City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority, 215 Church Ave., Oshkosh, WI 54901. For internal staff use Parcel Number ___________________ Date introduced to RDA ____________________________ 34 64565367219 644648650654649655659661658662668A684682676 667682A109 115 121 679675673690103A 676A654A668B668C 668DE IRVING AVE IRVING AV MT VERNON STMT VERNON STJEFFERSON STJEFFERSON STC:\Users\annam\Desktop\Planning Base Map - For Windows 10.mxd User: annam 672 Jefferson St.672 Jefferson St. City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identificationpurposes only, and the City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of theinformation. Those using the information are responsible for verifying accuracy. Forfull disclaimer please go to www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 12/9/2020 1 in = 60 ft1 in = 0.01 mi¯ 35 64565367219 644648650654649655659661658662668A684682676 667682A109 115 121 679675673690103A 676A654A668B668C 668DE IRVING AVE IRVING AV MT VERNON STMT VERNON STJEFFERSON STJEFFERSON STC:\Users\annam\Desktop\Planning Base Map - For Windows 10.mxd User: annam 672 Jefferson St.672 Jefferson St. City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identificationpurposes only, and the City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of theinformation. Those using the information are responsible for verifying accuracy. Forfull disclaimer please go to www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 12/9/2020 1 in = 60 ft1 in = 0.01 mi¯ 36 672 Jefferson Street 37 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-25 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE THE VACANT PROPERTIES LOCATED AT THE 100 BLOCK OF 6TH AVENUE; AQUIRE RESTORATION, INC. ($5,000.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $5,000.00 submitted by Aquire Restoration or its Assigns, for the vacant properties located at the 100 Block of West 6th Avenue, is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. 38 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Approve Offer to Purchase Vacant Properties Located at the 100 Block of 6th Avenue; Aquire Restoration, Inc. ($5,000.00) BACKGROUND The RDA acquired property on the south side of W. 6th Ave at the 100 block in 2011 and it has been listed for sale since the former homes were demolished. The property is zoned Urban Mixed Use which allows for many uses including multi-family and commercial. The property is also part of the Southshore Redevelopment Plan which regulates future land uses in the Southshore Redevelopment Area. ANALYSIS Aquire Restoration is proposing to purchase the remaining ¾ of the property and construct a 4- plex townhome, each with 3 bedrooms and an attached garage totaling 2,200 sq ft. The developer is proposing to start construction in 2022 and complete construction in late 2022. The proposal is generally consistent with the City’s comprehensive plan, Southshore Redevelopment Plan, and Imagine Oshkosh Plan. The proposed uses are permitted within the City’s zoning code through a Planned Development Overlay may be necessary for the multifamily development’s parking requirements. FISCAL IMPACT The proposed purchase price of $5,000 is based on the utility costs required to redevelop the site that have been deducted from the asking price. The RDA would no longer have around $500 in ongoing maintenance costs for grass cutting and snow removal. 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 July 7, 2021 City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority 215 Church Street Oshkosh, WI 54901 re: Parcel #90300130100 Board, We recently completed reconstruction of a property at 131 W. 8th Avenue after a fire consumed the original structure. The property owner retained us to build a new home in its exact location and we feel it turned out amazing considering the lack of insurance funds our customer received. The home we rebuilt has at least three parcels touching it that are owned by the RDA. So, I contacted the RDA to inquire about other vacant parcels in Oshkosh and the referenced property caught our attention. The above, vacant parcel totals .41 acres in the 100 block of West Sixth Street. I feel this part of town could use additional housing as there are no housing units within two blocks of this parcel and developing this property with our intention will provide value to the local establishments on top of additional tax revenue for this district. We are incredibly early in the planning phase and quite a few questions need to be answered yet. Mainly, working through city approvals, codes and utilities which may significantly increase construction costs. On top of that, the current building material costs are extremely high compared to years past. We have heard from reliable sources; material costs should relax a bit by the end of 2021. Our goal is to break ground in spring 2022 and be completed by fall 2022. We aim to construct a 5 plex, individual townhomes with their own access/driveways to each property (see attached). The design attached is just an idea and the colors/styles and height are all negotiable. We feel it may be nice to have a third floor in each property with a deck that overlooks the river however that may not be practical. Currently, the purchase price of $36,000 for the four parcels seems fair however it is contingent on other city departments and their requirements for this development. The projected development cost would be approximately 1 million dollars and ideally, we would like to sell individual town homes instead of renting them out. We reconstruct and develop properties every day. We are good at it too; as we just one the Best of Winnebago County for the third year in a row!! We have a long list of projects that we have reconstructed, developed, or improved by being hired or own throughout the fox valley. Thank you for your time in this matter!! Sincerely, Jeff Edmunds, President 47 OREGON STOREGON STW 6TH AVW 6TH AV W 7TH AVW 7TH AV W 8TH AVW 8TH AV NEBRASKA STNEBRASKA STW 5TH AV W 5TH AV C:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/9/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 48 OREGON STOREGON STW 6TH AVW 6TH AV W 7TH AVW 7TH AV W 8TH AVW 8TH AV NEBRASKA STNEBRASKA STW 5TH AV W 5TH AV C:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/9/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 49 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-26 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE THE VACANT PROPERTIES LOCATED AT THE 100 BLOCK OF 6TH AVENUE; SEAMAN REAL ESTATES LLC ($27,000.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $27,000.00 submitted by Seaman Real Estates LLC or its Assigns, for the vacant properties located at the 100 Block of West 6th Avenue, is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. 50 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us TO: Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Approve Offer to Purchase Vacant Properties Located at the 100 Block of 6th Avenue; Seaman Real Estates LLC ($27,000.00) BACKGROUND The RDA acquired property on the south side of W. 6th Ave at the 100 block in 2011 and has had it listed for sale since the former homes were demolished. The property is zoned Urban Mixed Use which allows for many uses including multifamily and commercial. The property is also part of the Southshore Redevelopment Plan which regulates future land uses in the Southshore Redevelopment Area. ANALYSIS Seaman Real Estates LLC is proposing to purchase the remaining ¾ of the property and construct a gravel parking lot on a portion of the property. Long term, Seaman Real Estate LLC is proposing to add on to their existing building at 614 Oregon Street. The long term plan to construct an addition onto their existing facility is not permitted by right and would require a rezoning request. The immediate plan to allow a parking lot would require a rezoning request or a Planned Development Zoning overlay to allow the use. The proposal is not consistent with the City’s comprehensive plan, Southshore Redevelopment Plan, or the Imagine Oshkosh Plan. The Southshore Redevelopment Plan recommends that the area be used for mixed commercial and residential. The intent of the commercial use are uses compatible with residential uses such as office or retail. FISCAL IMPACT The proposed purchase price is $27,000. The RDA would no longer have around $500 in ongoing maintenance costs for grass cutting and snow removal. 51 52 53 OREGON STOREGON STW 6TH AVW 6TH AV W 7TH AVW 7TH AV W 8TH AVW 8TH AV NEBRASKA STNEBRASKA STW 5TH AV W 5TH AV C:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/9/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 54 OREGON STOREGON STW 6TH AVW 6TH AV W 7TH AVW 7TH AV W 8TH AVW 8TH AV NEBRASKA STNEBRASKA STW 5TH AV W 5TH AV C:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 11/9/2021 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE100 BLOCK W 6TH AVE City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, andthe City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using theinformation are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer 55 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN NOVEMBER 17, 2021 21-27 RESOLUTION (APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: APPROVE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BY-LAWS BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the attached by-laws of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh, Wisconsin are hereby approved. 56 TO: Members of the Redevelopment Authority FROM: Lynn A. Lorenson, City Attorney DATE: November 10, 2021 RE: Proposed Revisions to RDA Bylaws When the Redevelopment Authority was created in 2003 the authority organized and adopted bylaws for its governance. Those Bylaws were drafted by outside counsel at that time based upon a standard set of simple bylaws for organizations such as the RDA and have not been updated since their original adoption. Attached to this memorandum are redlined and cleaned versions of proposed updates to those bylaws. I have added notes in the margin of the redlined version to address specific changes. However, in general the updates add sections relating to statutory authority and statutory requirements for open meetings and public records; update the terminology related to the Executive Director position; take out or update gender references; update provisions pertaining to meetings, agendas and notices; and update language pertaining to signatories on agreements. The Bylaws will need to be adopted by affirmative vote of four members of the RDA. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me, I also plan to be at your meeting and available then to answer questions. 57 RDA By-Laws 1 05Laws 1 11/2317/032021 BY-LAWS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN ARTICLE I – THE AUTHORITY Section 1. Statutory Authority. The Authority shall act within and under the authority granted by Section 66.1333 Wisconsin Statutes, as such statute may be amended from time to time. The Authority shall comply with all applicable statutes including those pertaining to open meetings and public records. Section 12. Name of Authority. The name of the Authority shall be "The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh, Wisconsin". Section 23. Seal of Authority. The seal of the Authority shall be in the form of a circle and shall bear the name of the Authority. Section 34. Office of Authority. The offices of the Authority shall be in City Hall in the City of Oshkosh, State of Wisconsin, but the Authority may hold its meetings at such other places as it may designate by resolution.be publicly accessible and properly noticed under state statutes. ARTICLE II – OFFICERS Section 1. Officers. The officers of the Authority shall be a chairperson, a vice-chairperson, and a secretary (who shall be Executive Director). Section 2. Chairperson. Pursuant to Resolution 03-65 creating the Authority, whenever the Mayor shall serve as a commissioner, he or she shall act as the Authority’s chairperson; otherwise the chairperson shall be selected by majority vote of the members of the Authority. The chairperson, and in histhe absence of the chairperson the vice-chairperson, shall preside at all meetings of the Authority. Except as otherwise authorized by resolution of the Authority the The chairperson, or in his/her absence the Vice-Chairperson, shall sign all contracts, deeds, and other instruments made by the Authority. At each meeting, the chairperson shall submit such recommendations and information as he may consider proper concerning the business, affairs, and policies of the Authority. Section 3. Vice-Chairperson. The vice-chairperson shall perform the duties of the chairperson in the absence or incapacity of the chairperson; and in case of the resignation or death of the chairperson, the vice- chairperson, shall perform such duties as are imposed on the chairperson until such time as the Authority shall select a new chairperson. Section 4. Secretary/Executive Director. The secretary shall be the Executive Director of the Authority shall act as the secretary of the Authority and, as such, shall have general supervision over the administration of its business and affairs subject to the direction of the Authority. He The Executive Director shall be charged with the management of the urban renewal projects of the Authority. The secretary Executive Director shall keep the records of the Authority, shall act as secretary of the meetings of the Authority andassure that records are kept of all votes, and shall keep a record of the proceedings of the Authority in a journal of proceedings to be kept for such purpose, and shall perform all Commented [LL1]: Adding an introductory section listing the statutory authority. Commented [LL2]: Adding this reference to note compliance with state open meetings laws Commented [LL3]: State statute sec. 66.1333(3)(g) uses the term Executive Director, removing references to secretary throughout to use term Executive Director consistently Commented [LL4]: In practice I am not aware of ever doing a resolution to authorize signatures, I would proposed saying Chair and in their absence the vice-chair, not require a separate resolution to make signing agreements more efficient if there would be a reason the chair would be unable to sign. Commented [LL5]: Deleted this sentence, proposing to revise section on agendas and meetings below to match current practices. 58 RDA By-Laws 1 05Laws 2 11/2317/032021 duties incident to his the office. The Executive Director shall sign all contracts, deeds and other instruments made by the Authority. The Executive Director or designee shall approve all expenses to be paid for the Authority.He shall keep in safe custody the seal of the Authority and shall have power to affix such seal to all contracts, and instruments authorized to be executed by the Authority. Section 5. Treasurer. The City Treasurer shall act as treasurer of the Authority. He The Treasurer shall have the care and custody of all funds of the Authority and shall deposit the same in the City bank accounts. A separate fund shall be established by the City to account for all financial activity of the Authority. The Executive Director or designee shall approve all expenses to be paid for the Authority. Payment for all Authority expenses shall be made by the City in the same manner as it pays its own expenses and will be charged to the Authority's fund. The City Treasurer shall provide periodic reports to the Authority to show activity and financial condition of the Authority. Section 6. Additional Duties. The officers of the Authority shall perform such other duties and functions as may from time to time be required by the Authority or the by-laws or rules and regulations of the Authority. Section 7. Election or Appointment. The chairperson, if not the Mayor, and vice-chairperson shall be elected at the annually meeting of the Authority from among the commissioners of the Authority and shall hold office for one year or until their successors are elected and qualified. The secretary Executive Director shall be appointed by the Authority. Any person appointed to fill the office of secretary or any vacancy therein, shall have such term as the Authority fixes, but nNo commissioner of the Authority shall be eligible to this office except as a temporary appointee. Section 8. Vacancies. Should the offices of the chairperson or vice-chairperson become vacant, the Authority shall elect a successor from its membership at the next regular meeting, and such elections shall be for the unexpired term of said office. When the office of secretary Executive Director becomes vacant, the Authority shall appoint a successor as aforesaid. Section 9. Additional Personnel. The Authority may from time to time employ such personnel as it deems necessary to exercise its powers, duties and functions as prescribed by the Blight Elimination and Slum Clearance Act of Wisconsin and all other laws of the State of Wisconsin applicable thereto. The selection and compensation of such personnel (including the secretary) shall be determined by the Authority subject to the laws of the State of Wisconsin. ARTICLE III – MEETINGS Section I. Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the Authority shall be held on the third Wednesday of March at 4:00 pm at the regular meeting place of the Authority. In the event such date shall fall on a legal holiday, the annual meeting shall be held on the next succeeding secular day.Notice. All meetings of the Authority shall be publicly noticed in accordance with Chapter 19 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Section 2. Regular Meeting. Regular bi-monthly meetings shall be held on the third Wednesday of the month at 4:00 pm, or on the next succeeding secular day in the event of a legal holiday. Commented [LL6]: Propose revising this section to match practice. I have never seen the seal affixed to agreements, we have also had the Executive Director consistently countersign agreements with the Chair. Commented [LL7]: The Resolution creating the RDA specified that if the Mayor was on the RDA that person would be Chair, in practice we don’t do a specific annual meeting, we meet regularly throughout the year. Commented [LL8]: Propose to Revise to match current practice. Because we designate the Director of Community Development to be the Executive Director of the RDA we have not traditionally had RDA fix a term. Commented [LL9]: Because we have structured the RDA with city staff support and limited budget, we are proposing to remove this section at this time. Commented [LL10]: We have not traditionally held an annual meeting so revised to match current practice and reference state law. 59 RDA By-Laws 1 05Laws 3 11/2317/032021 Section 3. Special Meetings. The Executive Director or chairpersonChairperson of the Authority may, when he deems it deemed expedient by them, call a special meeting of the Authority for the purpose of transacting any business designated in the callpublic notice. The call for a special meeting may shall be delivered to each member of the Authority or may be mailed or phoned to the business or home address of each member of the Authority at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the special meeting, which notice must inform each commissioner of the date, time and location of the meeting. Section 4. Quorum. The powers of the Authority shall be vested in the commissioners thereof in office from time to time. A majority of those commissioners appointed and serving on said Authority shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting its business and exercising its powers and for all other purposes, but a smaller number may adjourn from time to time until a quorum is obtained. When a quorum is in attendance, action may be taken by the Authority upon a vote of a majority of the commissioners present. Section 5. Order of Business. At the regular meetings of the Authority, the following shall be the order of business: 1. Roll call 2. Approval of minutes 3. Communications 4. Old business 5. New business 6. Report of the secretaryExecutive Director 7. Bills 8. Adjournment The general order of business may change as may be efficient, logical or necessary for the adoption of particular items in the determination of the Executive Director or Chairperson when preparing the meeting agenda. All resolutions shall be in writing and shall be copied in a journal of the proceedings of the Authority. The Executive Director shall be responsible for keeping the records of meetings of the Authority, including but not limited to, copies of the Agendas, Resolutions and Minutes for each meeting in compliance with the requirements of Wisconsin’s Public Records laws, Section 6. Manner of Voting. The voting on all questions coming before the Authority shall be by roll call. Upon request of any commissioner the yeas and nays shall be recorded in the minutes of the meeting. A simple majority of those commissioners duly appointed, serving, and voting on each action shall determine the prevailing vote.Rules for Meetings. The Authority adopts and shall use the most recent version of the Rules for Boards and Commissions and any other such policies or procedures for boards or commissions of the City as may be adopted by the Common Council for the City of Oshkosh. ARTICLE IV – AMENDMENTS Commented [LL11]: Revised to match current practice and state law. Commented [LL12]: This section revised to match current practice and state law, as well as to give a little flexibility in agendas without the need to formally waive rules. Commented [LL13]: Propose to adopt the standard rules for boards and commissions for the City of Oshkosh 60 RDA By-Laws 1 05Laws 4 11/2317/032021 Amendments to By-Laws. The by-laws of the Authority shall be amended only with the approval of at least four of the members of the Authority at a regular meeting or a special meeting. 61 RDA By-Laws 1 Adopted 11/17/2021 BY-LAWS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN ARTICLE I – THE AUTHORITY Section 1. Statutory Authority. The Authority shall act within and under the authority granted by Section 66.1333 Wisconsin Statutes, as such statute may be amended from time to time. The Authority shall comply with all applicable statutes including those pertaining to open meetings and public records. Section 2. Name of Authority. The name of the Authority shall be "The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh, Wisconsin". Section 3. Seal of Authority. The seal of the Authority shall be in the form of a circle and shall bear the name of the Authority. Section 4. Office of Authority. The offices of the Authority shall be in City Hall in the City of Oshkosh, State of Wisconsin, but the Authority may hold its meetings at such other places as may be publicly accessible and properly noticed under state statutes. ARTICLE II – OFFICERS Section 1. Officers. The officers of the Authority shall be a chairperson, a vice-chairperson, and Executive Director. Section 2. Chairperson. Pursuant to Resolution 03-65 creating the Authority, whenever the Mayor shall serve as a commissioner, he or she shall act as the Authority’s chairperson; otherwise the chairperson shall be selected by majority vote of the members of the Authority. The chairperson, and in the absence of the chairperson the vice-chairperson, shall preside at all meetings of the Authority. The chairperson, or in his/her absence the Vice-Chairperson, shall sign all contracts, deeds, and other instruments made by the Authority. Section 3. Vice-Chairperson. The vice-chairperson shall perform the duties of the chairperson in the absence or incapacity of the chairperson; and in case of the resignation or death of the chairperson, the vice- chairperson, shall perform such duties as are imposed on the chairperson until such time as the Authority shall select a new chairperson. Section 4. Executive Director. The Executive Director of the Authority shall act as the secretary of the Authority and, as such, shall have general supervision over the administration of its business and affairs subject to the direction of the Authority. The Executive Director shall be charged with the management of the urban renewal projects of the Authority. The Executive Director shall keep the records of the Authority, shall assure that records are kept of all votes and proceedings of the Authority, and shall perform all duties incident to the office. The Executive Director shall sign all contracts, deeds and other instruments made by the Authority. The Executive Director or designee shall approve all expenses to be paid for the Authority. 62 RDA By-Laws 2 Adopted 11/17/2021 Section 5. Treasurer. The City Treasurer shall act as treasurer of the Authority. The Treasurer shall have the care and custody of all funds of the Authority and shall deposit the same in the City bank accounts. A separate fund shall be established by the City to account for all financial activity of the Authority. Payment for all Authority expenses shall be made by the City in the same manner as it pays its own expenses and will be charged to the Authority's fund. The City Treasurer shall provide periodic reports to the Authority to show activity and financial condition of the Authority. Section 6. Additional Duties. The officers of the Authority shall perform such other duties and functions as may from time to time be required by the Authority or the by-laws or rules and regulations of the Authority. Section 7. Election or Appointment. The chairperson, if not the Mayor, and vice-chairperson shall be elected annually from among the commissioners of the Authority and shall hold office for one year or until their successors are elected and qualified. The Executive Director shall be appointed by the Authority. No commissioner of the Authority shall be eligible to this office except as a temporary appointee. Section 8. Vacancies. Should the offices of the chairperson or vice-chairperson become vacant, the Authority shall elect a successor from its membership at the next regular meeting, and such elections shall be for the unexpired term of said office. When the office of Executive Director becomes vacant, the Authority shall appoint a successor. ARTICLE III – MEETINGS Section I. Notice. All meetings of the Authority shall be publicly noticed in accordance with Chapter 19 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Section 2. Regular Meeting. Regular bi-monthly meetings shall be held on the third Wednesday of the month at 4:00 pm, or on the next succeeding secular day in the event of a legal holiday. Section 3. Special Meetings. The Executive Director or Chairperson of the Authority may, when deemed expedient by them, call a special meeting of the Authority for the purpose of transacting any business designated in the public notice. The call for a special meeting shall be delivered to each member of the Authority at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the special meeting, which notice must inform each commissioner of the date, time and location of the meeting. Section 4. Quorum. The powers of the Authority shall be vested in the commissioners thereof in office from time to time. A majority of those commissioners appointed and serving on said Authority shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting its business and exercising its powers and for all other purposes, but a smaller number may adjourn from time to time until a quorum is obtained. When a quorum is in attendance, action may be taken by the Authority upon a vote of a majority of the commissioners present. 63 RDA By-Laws 3 Adopted 11/17/2021 Section 5. Order of Business. At the regular meetings of the Authority, the following shall be the order of business: 1. Roll call 2. Approval of minutes 3. Communications 4. Old business 5. New business 6. Report of the Executive Director 7. Bills 8. Adjournment The general order of business may change as may be efficient, logical or necessary for the adoption of particular items in the determination of the Executive Director or Chairperson when preparing the meeting agenda. The Executive Director shall be responsible for keeping the records of meetings of the Authority, including but not limited to, copies of the Agendas, Resolutions and Minutes for each meeting in compliance with the requirements of Wisconsin’s Public Records laws, Section 6. Rules for Meetings. The Authority adopts and shall use the most recent version of the Rules for Boards and Commissions and any other such policies or procedures for boards or commissions of the City as may be adopted by the Common Council for the City of Oshkosh. ARTICLE IV – AMENDMENTS Amendments to By-Laws. The by-laws of the Authority shall be amended only with the approval of at least four of the members of the Authority at a regular meeting or a special meeting. 64 CAPER 1 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CITY OF OSHKOSH 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) Community Development Block Grant Program Program Year: May 1, 2020 – April 30, 2021 CR-05 - Goals and Outcomes Progress the jurisdiction has made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan. 91.520(a) This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year. This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year. The Consolidated Plan is designed to help local jurisdictions assess their affordable housing and community development needs. The consolidated planning process services as the framework for a community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities. In the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), grantees repot on accomplishments and progress toward Consolidated Plan goals in the prior year. This is the first year of the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. During the 2020 Program year the City of Oshkosh invested over $1 million of its Federal housing and community development block grant funds and program income in the community's future. Completed projects and activities met the objectives of the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2020 Annual Action Plan through creation of suitable living environments; providing safe, decent, affordable housing; and creating economic development opportunities. The program year was challenging for many of the subrecipients due to the COVID pandemic during much of 2020 and into 2021. Oshkosh’s overall numbers may appear lower than during typical reporting periods, but City staff worked with, and continues to work with, local, state and federal agencies in providing needed services to LMI households and persons in the community during these trying times. Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators, units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee’s program year goals. 65 CAPER 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 1 - Accomplishments – Program Year & Strategic Plan to Date 66 CAPER 3 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 2 - Accomplishments - Strategic Plan to Date Assess how the jurisdiction’s use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified. During the 2020 Program Year, the City of Oshkosh's use of CDBG funds was consistent with the goals, priorities and objectives described in both its 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and its 2020 Annual Action Plan. The City's priorities in 2020 were affordable housing through its housing rehabilitation and downpayment assistance program ($-----434,874 spent during the program year), acquisition and demolition of slum and blight properties ($204,910); and provided funding assistance to 12 public service agencies ($126,699) to provide direct needed services to low and moderate income persons / households in the community, including the local warming shelter that provides support services to individuals experiencing homelessness. The City did not meet the goal of acquiring and rehabilitating one single family home within a neighborhood association during the 2020 Program Year. The condition of the properties acquired 67 CAPER 4 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) during this program year did not warrant rehabilitation and the properties were demolished. The City's average number of owner occupied homes that are rehabilitated during a given program year has been descreasing over the past five years. Thirteen homes were rehabilitated during the 2020 Program Year and downpayment assistance provided to two homebuyers. While the timeliness of the award and release of funding is beyond discretionary control, and some homeowners who were tentatively approved withdrew from the program, the City intends to continue the housing improvement program to provide safe, decent, affordable housing options for low to moderate income persons and households. One of the public service agencies funded by the City is the Day by Day Warming Shelter which is open from October to April, and has a limited 25 bed temporary facility. The Warming Shelter has had to turn away individuals seeking shelter due to the limited beds. However, other agencies not funded by the City also provide overnight emergency shelter for homeless individuals, but those numbers are not included within this report. If those uncounted additional beds were included, the number of persons seeking shelter would exceed the anticipated 500 homeless persons assisted during the program year. All projects and activities carried out by the City during the 2020 program year utilized 2020 CDBG entitlement funds, as well as prior years funds not yet spent. Program income received from repayment of housing rehabilitation loans and vacant lots sold, is placed in a Revolving Loan Fund account and those funds are spent on approved housing rehab projects before the current year CDBG funds allocated for housing improvements is spent. The City of Oshkosh does not receive HOME funds. 68 CAPER 5 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-10 - Racial and Ethnic composition of families assisted Describe the families assisted (including the racial and ethnic status of families assisted). 91.520(a) CDBG HOME White 28,812 0 Black or African American 4,318 0 Asian 1,977 0 American Indian or American Native 380 0 Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 51 0 Total 35,538 0 Hispanic 1,578 0 Not Hispanic 50,789 0 Table 2 – Table of assistance to racial and ethnic populations by source of funds Narrative Three additional family compositions were not populated in the above table. Black/African American & White 41 Amer Indian/Alask Ntive & Black/African Amer 7 Other Multi-Racial 16,776 For a total of 52,367 families assisted during the program year. This number coincides with the number of CDBG Beneficiaries by Racial/Ethnic Category on the PR 23 Summary of Accomplishments in the Appendix. In all cases the numbers reported are individuals. In some cases, depending on the activity, those individuals are reported as female head of household, elderly or handicapped and may represent other individuals in the household. 69 CAPER 6 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-15 - Resources and Investments 91.520(a) Identify the resources made available Source of Funds Source Resources Made Available Amount Expended During Program Year CDBG public - federal 840,914 859,937 HOME public - federal 0 0 Other public - federal 787,421 Table 3 - Resources Made Available Narrative The 2020 CDBG allocation was $840,914. Revolving loan fund program income ($202,778) received during the 2020 PY was spent on housing rehabilitation projects undertaken during the program year. Funds expended during the program year ($859,937) also include funds awarded to activities/projects in prior years that were not spent until the 2020 program year. For example, housing rehab projects may span the course of a couple of program years depending on when a rehab project is approved and when the work is completed. Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Target Area Planned Percentage of Allocation Actual Percentage of Allocation Narrative Description Oshkosh Priority Areas 82 100 City-wide Table 4 – Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Narrative In the 2020 Program Year, the City continued to target its investments in low to moderate income census tracts, neighborhoods with recognized neighborhood associations, and neighborhoods impacted by slum and blight properties. The housing rehabilitation program is offered city-wide to LMI income eligible households. 58.68% of the 2020 program year expenditures were spent on benefitting low to moderate income persons/households. Any carry over funds from the 2020 Program Year will be spent in the coming program year on programs/activities as approved in the 2020 Action Plan. 70 CAPER 7 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Leveraging Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that were used to address the needs identified in the plan. During the 2020 Program Year, CDBG funds were used to leverage additional public service funds as the City continued to partner with Oshkosh Area United Way and Oshkosh Area Community Foundation – known as the Public Service Consortium. A total of $118,000 in CDBG funds was available for public service activities during the 2020 Program Year. Twelve agencies were funded during the program year. Over $3.6 million in matching funds was leveraged from the agencies funded. Refer to the 2020 Oshkosh Public Service Consortium Funding Worksheet in the Appendix. Fiscal Year Summary – HOME Match 1. Excess match from prior Federal fiscal year 0 2. Match contributed during current Federal fiscal year 0 3. Total match available for current Federal fiscal year (Line 1 plus Line 2) 0 4. Match liability for current Federal fiscal year 0 5. Excess match carried over to next Federal fiscal year (Line 3 minus Line 4) 0 Table 5 – Fiscal Year Summary - HOME Match Report 71 CAPER 8 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Match Contribution for the Federal Fiscal Year Project No. or Other ID Date of Contribution Cash (non-Federal sources) Foregone Taxes, Fees, Charges Appraised Land/Real Property Required Infrastructure Site Preparation, Construction Materials, Donated labor Bond Financing Total Match n/a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 6 – Match Contribution for the Federal Fiscal Year HOME MBE/WBE report Program Income – Enter the program amounts for the reporting period Balance on hand at begin-ning of reporting period $ Amount received during reporting period $ Total amount expended during reporting period $ Amount expended for TBRA $ Balance on hand at end of reporting period $ 0 0 0 0 0 Table 7 – Program Income 72 CAPER 9 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Minority Business Enterprises and Women Business Enterprises – Indicate the number and dollar value of contracts for HOME projects completed during the reporting period Total Minority Business Enterprises White Non- Hispanic Alaskan Native or American Indian Asian or Pacific Islander Black Non- Hispanic Hispanic Contracts Dollar Amount 0 0 0 0 0 0 Number 0 0 0 0 0 0 Sub-Contracts Number 0 0 0 0 0 0 Dollar Amount 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total Women Business Enterprises Male Contracts Dollar Amount 0 0 0 Number 0 0 0 Sub-Contracts Number 0 0 0 Dollar Amount 0 0 0 Table 8 - Minority Business and Women Business Enterprises Minority Owners of Rental Property – Indicate the number of HOME assisted rental property owners and the total amount of HOME funds in these rental properties assisted Total Minority Property Owners White Non- Hispanic Alaskan Native or American Indian Asian or Pacific Islander Black Non- Hispanic Hispanic Number 0 0 0 0 0 0 Dollar Amount 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 9 – Minority Owners of Rental Property 73 CAPER 10 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Relocation and Real Property Acquisition – Indicate the number of persons displaced, the cost of relocation payments, the number of parcels acquired, and the cost of acquisition Parcels Acquired 0 0 Businesses Displaced 0 0 Nonprofit Organizations Displaced 0 0 Households Temporarily Relocated, not Displaced 0 0 Households Displaced Total Minority Property Enterprises White Non- Hispanic Alaskan Native or American Indian Asian or Pacific Islander Black Non- Hispanic Hispanic Number 0 0 0 0 0 0 Cost 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 10 – Relocation and Real Property Acquisition 74 CAPER 11 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-20 - Affordable Housing 91.520(b) Evaluation of the jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the number and types of families served, the number of extremely low-income, low-income, moderate-income, and middle-income persons served. One-Year Goal Actual Number of Homeless households to be provided affordable housing units 0 0 Number of Non-Homeless households to be provided affordable housing units 14 12 Number of Special-Needs households to be provided affordable housing units 0 0 Total 14 12 Table 11 – Number of Households One-Year Goal Actual Number of households supported through Rental Assistance 0 0 Number of households supported through The Production of New Units 0 0 Number of households supported through Rehab of Existing Units 14 12 Number of households supported through Acquisition of Existing Units 2 2 Total 16 14 Table 12 – Number of Households Supported Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting these goals. CDBG funds are used to foster and maintain affordable housing primarily through the owner occupied and rental rehabilitation programs. The City did not receive any applications for rental rehab assistance during the program year. The City also addresses housing needs of the community through public service activities. The funding of organizations that include the Advocap Bridges Emergency Assistance Program, Day by Day Warming 75 CAPER 12 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Shelter and Christine Ann Shelter provide a support network for those in unfit housing or finding themselves displaced. The City will continue to fund these types of public service agencies in future years as long as CDBG funding is available. The City's average number of owner occupied homes that are rehabilitated during a given program year has decreased over the term of this Consolidated Plan. Twelve homes were rehabilitated during the 2020 Program Year and downpayment assistance was provided to one homebuyer. The City is not sure why there has been a decline in the interest of this program, but the City intends to continue the housing improvement program to provide safe, decent, affordable housing options for low to moderate income households. The City may consider changes to the program to address more exterior work than interior work, especially given the pandemic crisis during the 2020 program year which prevented contractors from working on projects all together for several months. Discuss how these outcomes will impact future annual action plans. The City will continue to fund public service activities, and the housing improvement program, as well as provide downpayment assistance/closing costs assistance to income eligible homebuyers to make significant progress in its goal of creating and preserving affordable housing in the City. Include the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income persons served by each activity where information on income by family size is required to determine the eligibility of the activity. Number of Households Served CDBG Actual HOME Actual Extremely Low-income 3 0 Low-income 2 0 Moderate-income 7 0 Total 12 0 Table 13 – Number of Households Served Narrative Information The City’s housing improvement program benefits low to moderate income households. Public Service funded activities are presumed to benefit low and low to moderate income persons. 76 CAPER 13 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-25 - Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d, e); 91.320(d, e); 91.520(c) Evaluate the jurisdiction’s progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness through: Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Housing and support services for the homeless are provided by a local network of public and private agencies. The City assists with funding of these activities through the Public Services Consortium. ADVOCAP deals with homelessness through its Homeless Programs Department and is taking the leadership role in actively pursuing, obtaining and administering federal funding to address local homeless needs. The agency has a HUD Supportive Housing Program (Supportive Services Only) award to provide intensive case management and wraparound services to work with homeless persons and families access permanent housing, obtain employment or increased income and achieve greater self- sufficiency through their overcoming barriers. The agency also serves as the fiscal agent for state-funded homeless prevention programs (State of Wisconsin HUD ESG, State Transitional Housing and State Homeless Prevention Program Funds). ADVOCAP coordinates a twice a year point-in-time survey of homelessness in the area, which local agencies participate in. ADVOCAP also operates a homeless prevention program known as the “Bridges Emergency Assistance Program”, which provides assistance to LMI persons who had temporary emergency needs related to rental and utility payments, bus passes, gas vouchers, car repairs, work boots, insurance application fees and vouchers. During the 2015 program year, the local warming shelter (Day by Day) developed a resource coordination program to assist guests from their initial intake to progressions and completion of goals promoting independence, stability and self sufficiency. The program was successful and has continued to operate during the 2020 program year. The program is designed to improve quality of life by giving chronically homeless adults a place to receive coordinated assistance to help meet their needs without the stigma of having to make trips to multiple agencies. ADVOCAP and Day by Day Warming Shelter conducted a point in time count in July, 2020 and Jaunary, 2021. As part of the point in time count, sheltered and unsheltered needs and demographics were collected, and blankets, personal care items, clothing and services information were provided. During the July, 2020 count, 10 homeless individuals were found to be sleeping in areas unfit for human habitation. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons There are 207 emergency and transitional beds available for men, women and children : 77 CAPER 14 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  ADVOCAP has two units of transitional housing (16th Avenue & Mt Vernon Avenue homes)  Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services Inc. operates a 35-bed shelter for female victims of domestic violence and their children.  Day by Day Warming Shelter operates a 25-bed seasonal emergency shelter that serves a small but definite population of men and women  Father Carr’s Place 2B operates 75 beds for women and children.  Additionally, Father Carr’s operates 75 beds for men only. The Salvation Army also provides emergency motel vouchers during periods when the shelters are full. They also provide rent and utility help for those unable to obtain assistance through other services. Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: likely to become homeless after being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs A variety of efforts were undertaken by the City and CoC agencies to prevent homelessness. Through monthly meetings these varied perspectives, challenges, resources and successes are shared and cross cutting solutions developed. The primary preventative services offered by different provider organizations included emergency fuel assistance and food and meals programs, emergency rental assistance, financial assistance, utility assistance, housing relocation and stabilization services, counseling/advocacy and legal assistance. Each service sought to help families in their home by offering services and support during times of financial and legal difficulty. Clients were offered followup case management services consisting of but not limited to, creating and maintaining an accurate budget, assistance increasing income (e.g. applying for public benefits), connecting to community resources (e.g. food pantries and clothing programs), and other referrals driven by the needs of goals of the client. CDBG Public Service Consortium funds helped community providers and residents access services, information, prevention and referral. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again The Winnebagoland Housing Coalition meets monthly to facilitate conversations and coordinate efforts amongst the many separate agencies serving homeless, veterans, youth, families, housing and shelter 78 CAPER 15 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) providers, and at risk support providers, to develop systems that address the individual and complex needs of Oshkosh residents experiencing homelessness. The group includes homeless service providers, local government, Housing Authority, United Way, faith based groups and others concerned with housing issues, as well as the local COC. Homeless service providers also maintain continuing contact with other agencies that may not be active members of the Housing Coalition to facilitate homeless participants accessing services in a timely manner or to assure appropriate referral of persons by other agencies, county mental health agencies, and Family Services. 79 CAPER 16 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-30 - Public Housing 91.220(h); 91.320(j) Actions taken to address the needs of public housing Oshkosh/Winnebago County Housing Authority works to promote and deliver adequate and affordable housing and suitable living environments free from discrimination. Their mission is to promote and ensure safe, decent, and affordable housing for their participants, as well as provide owners and developers with an opportunity to rehabilitate and develop affordable housing. Formed in 1970, the Housing Authority owns, manages and maintains 616 housing units that are subsidized with rents based on 30% of adjusted incomes, of which 471 are in the City of Oshkosh. The properties range from scattered site single family homes to 14-story high rise buildings. Affordable housing opportunities are available for families, singles, disabled, and elderly low-income applicants. The Authority also administers over 400 Housing Choice Vouchers, owns and maintains a group home, and coordinates a family self-sufficiency program. The Housing Authority recognizes their participants as their primary focus, works in partnership with community and government organizations to promote affordable housing options, acts as an agent of change when performance is unacceptable, continues to strive for public trust and confidence through good communication and being responsive to the needs of their participants and the community, and identifies and works to eliminate barriers that prevent it from achieving their goals as a housing authority. The City will continue to support the Housing Authority as public housing project needs are identified. Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership The Housing Authority encourages its residents to participate in various activities and programs to improve themselves and make themselves more self-sufficient. The local FISC office offers homebuyer education classes and credit counseling for those residents interested in homeownership. The City would provide downpayment assistance to income eligible homeowners. The Housing Authority may also provide downpayment assistance utilizing HOME funds. The Authority offers a Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program to help housing choice voucher and public housing family unit recipients attain self-sufficiency through education advancement, employment skill development, access to community resources, home ownership opportunities and development of financial assets with the goal of improving their family's financial situation and overall quality of life. Actions taken to provide assistance to troubled PHAs The Oshkosh/Winnebago County Housing Authority is not a troubled housing authority. 80 CAPER 17 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-35 - Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.320(i)-(j) Actions taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment. 91.220 (j); 91.320 (i) Specific actions were taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing including providing land for a variety of housing types, review of zoning and land use updates, continuing to educate the public on the need for affordable housing, and offered a diversity of affordable housing programs. The City has contracted with the Milwaukee Fair Housing Council for several years and the City's Fair Housing Ordinance was revised to reflect the current structure for investigation and disposition of complaints through a third party contractor (Fair Housing Council) as needed. The City of Oshkosh continues to administer a voluntary Residential Rental Registration and Inspection program. The City-wide program is voluntary and provides for the registration and inspection of residential rental dwelling units in the City to ensure units provide safe, decent and sanitary living conditions for tenants and to prevent further deterioration of those units. This program went into effect January 1, 2018. Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) City staff participates in monthly meetings of the Winnebagoland Housing Coalition, of which the local Continuum of Care is a participant. This coalition includes members from United Way, the Oshkosh/Winnebago County Housing Authority, Habitat for Humanity, and several other housing related service providers such as ADVOCAP, The Salvation Army, Day by Day Warming Shelter, Father Carr's Place 2 Be and the American Red Cross. Several internal City departments such as Public Works, Forestry, and Police have participated in implementation and planning efforts including neighborhood watch and neighborhood association planning, and neighborhood improvements, as well as the City-wide eligible owner occupied housing improvement program. With City staff coordinating implementation with other departments and outside agencies, any potential obstacles are being addressed on tailored approach versus a one-size fits all approach. Actions taken to reduce lead-based paint hazards. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City continues to implement applicable HUD lead paint regulations in owner and renter-occupied housing rehabilitation projects. The City collaborates with the County Health Department to provide CDBG rehabilitation assistance to income qualified owner-occupied households with children who have 81 CAPER 18 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) elevated lead blood levels. The City’s Housing Rehabilitation Specialist is trained to use the City’s XRF lead testing machine. In every assisted project, the participants, whether homeowners, renters, landlords or contractors, are notified and advised of the hazards of lead based paint. All contractors used to perform lead hazard reduction work must be trained and certified by the State in a lead hazard reduction discipline and associated with a certified lead company. The City prefers to work with State Certified general contractors as part of the housing improvement programs, as most projects disturb lead based paint or control/abate lead paint hazards. However, the general contractor may subcontract the lead work to a certified lead contractor. Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty-level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) In considering the factors affecting poverty that may be impacted by the existing housing programs of the City, it appears that coordination of production and preservation of affordable housing as well as the Public Service programs and services targeted to special needs populations benefit and help to reduce the numbers of families below the poverty level. While these activities may not increase the income of these persons, the activities aid in reducing their cost burden. The City will be reducing the housing cost burden on these households to some extent in completing rehabilitation projects on properties owned by households below the poverty level limits. The reduction in housing cost burden will result from actions that reduce energy costs and reduce the cost of repairs needed to keep the home in habitable condition. The City recognizes that while this in itself will not increase the level of income of these households, it will make more domestic funds available to cover other expenses. Additionally, the City requires owner-occupants applying for CDBG housing rehabilitation programs who have a large volume of debt to participate in free budget counseling as a condition of housing rehabilitation loan approval. This policy is based on the position that the rehabilitation loan is a partnership effort with the City and bringing the house into livable condition while attempting to ensure that the owner is in a financial position to keep up the home may reduce the possibility of the house falling into future disrepair. Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City of Oshkosh’s institutional structure for carrying out activities under the Consolidated Plan is in place and working well. It includes coordination and cooperation with local, state and federal agencies and organizations, as well as close interaction amongst internal departments. Effective coordination exists among non-profit organizations involved in the delivery of supportive housing servicers, food bank/pantry, health and emergency shelter. The City has increased relationship building with these organizations and within the community by actively working with neighborhood associations, community groups, service providers, economic development agencies, area schools, private investors, 82 CAPER 19 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) non-profits and others to connect common interests for the greatest benefit. Collaborative efforts during the program year included working with neighborhood associations and residents to communicate needs, identify priorities, define and implement CDBG projects that meet needs of LMI households. The City recognizes coordination and information sharing as critical to the success of its activities and continues to seek and foster opportunities for increased collaboration. Actions taken to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) Housing and social service providers collaborate regularly through participation in the Winnebagoland Housing Coalition monthly meetings. A City staff person attends these meetings as the City’s liaison. These meetings include representatives from agencies who provide housing services, such as emergency assistance, weatherization, homebuyer assistance, and non-housing services, such as employment training, mental health counseling, veterans services, elderly services, and health services. Through these monthly meetings these varied organizations share resources and information to develop inter-agency housing and service solutions. The Oshkosh/Winnebago County Housing Authority and local Habitat for Humanity also offer downpayment assistance to income qualified homebuyers. Participants must complete a homebuyer class from a certified housing counselor. Upon completion of the course, homebuyers are eligible to receive up to $10,000 in CDBG funds from the City for down payment assistance or offset closing costs. The Housing Authority and Habitat may also provide downpayment assistance. With declining public funding at the State and Federal level for housing and social service agencies, City staff and local officials continue to work with agencies to identify alternate funding sources which will enable them to meet a larger portion of the community's needs. Such sources may include funding from other federal or state agencies, or the private sector. Identify actions taken to overcome the effects of any impediments identified in the jurisdictions analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a) The City approved an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice in 2020. This Plan was updated during the 2019 and 2020 program years, and approved by the City in 2020. The 2020 AI identified 4 impediments. Staff continues to address these impediments. Implementation efforts for most of the action steps have been completed; others will be implemented in the near term. Actions taken during the program year to address these impediments include: 83 CAPER 20 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  The City of Oshkosh revised its Fair Housing Ordinance in 2016 to include transgender individuals as a protected class. The City has contracted with the Milwaukee Fair Housing Council for several years, and the City's Fair Housing Ordinance was revised to reflect the current structure for investigation and disposition of complaints through a third party contractor (Milwaukee Fair Housing Council) as needed.  Continued to use CDBG funds for owner occupied housing improvement loans and homebuyer assistance loans.  Continued implementation of a voluntary rental registry and inspection program.  Continued a Rental Housing Advisory Board whose purpose is to advise staff on the creation of rental housing educational materials and residential rental training programs for landlords and tenants, to review and make recommendations regarding City plicy or changes to the Municipal Code pertaining to rental housing.  Annually the City’s Transportation Department reviews the public transportation service areas and recommends updates/changes.  The City advertises its housing rehabilitation program via several media outlets. Flyers are also mailed to homeowners in monthly City utility bills. Housing pamphlets are available at the main service counters at City Hall, the Seniors Center and the public library. The City contracts with the Fair Housing Center of Northeast Wisconsin, a satellite office of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council a private, non-profit organization, to provide comprehensive fair housing enforcement, outreach and education and technical assistance services to Oshkosh residents. During the 2020 program year, 8 housing complaints were investigated, the Council provided referrals to 1 person with non-fair housing issues, and provided 5 instances of technical assistance to residents, housing providers and social service agencies in the community. Due to the COVID pandemic, the Fair Housing Council mailed fair housing informational materials to Oshkosh housing providers and other interested organizations in lieu of a fair housing seminar. The mailing contained a link to HUD’s Statement on Fair Housing and COVID-19. The Fair Housing Council also held a virtual presentation to the Oshkosh Rental Housing Advisory Board. 84 CAPER 21 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-40 - Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230 Describe the standards and procedures used to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and used to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements The Community Development Department monitors its CDBG program to ensure compliance with HUD regulations and attainment of Consolidated Plan goals. Annual Action Plan activities are setup and tracked in IDIS to allow ongoing review of activities and expenditures. Procurement & Awards: The City of Oshkosh encourages participation of disadvantaged business enterprises, women owned business enterprises and minority business enterprises in the City's procurement process. The City awards contracts to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder possessing the ability to perform successfully under the terms and conditions of the proposed procurement. Contract Management: If applicable, bid packages and contractor meetings include documentation and discussion of Federal Labor Standards Provisions, Davis Bacon wage rate requirements, Section 3 and current Department of Labor Wage Rate Determinations. City staff inspects the work being invoiced prior to processing the invoice for payment. Contractors performing work subject to Davis Bacon are required to submit certified weekly payrolls, which are verified for compliance on a weekly basis. The Grants Coordinator also performs periodic unannounced employee interviews to further ensure compliance with applicable Federal requirements. Subrecipient Monitoring: The City works closely with all subrecipients in order to ensure the goals and objectives of federally funded programs are adhered to and national objectives are being met. Subrecipients enter into agreements with the City to ensure all Federal, State and local regulations and criteria are being adhered to and met. Quarterly reporting from subrecipients allows the City to monitor progress each is making toward its year end goals. On-site monitoring is conducted as staff time permits to further ensure that overall goals and objectives are being met. Determining factors were the subrecipient's prior experience managing federal funds, the City’s prior experience with the subrecipient, timeliness of expenditures and reporting, etc. Telephone calls and email communications were used to stay abreast of activities and changes, if any, to programs. Housing Monitoring: Housing rehabilitation activities are monitored through the coordinated efforts of the Housing Rehab Specialist and Grants Coordinator, as well as the City's building inspectors. This allows for multiple levels of oversight of various federally funded activities to ensure compliance with local, state and federal requirements. City staff inspects the work being invoiced prior to processing the 85 CAPER 22 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) invoice for payment. The home owner is also required to approve the payment being requested. Citizen Participation Plan 91.105(d); 91.115(d) Describe the efforts to provide citizens with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on performance reports. As outlined in both the Five Year Consolidated Plan and the 2020 Action Plan, the City of Oshkosh follows a public participation plan designed to solicit citizen input, while at the same time helping to inform the public of resources, emerging needs and restrictions and limitations of available resources. The notice of availability of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Program Year was published on July 10, 2021. The notice included a provision that the Report includes an assessment of expenditures in relation to community objectives; progress on HUD financed activities; and an analysis of persons benefitting from activities. Also it was noted the Plan was available for public review online and in the Community Development office. The notice provided citizens an opportunity to attend the Redevelopment Authority meeting on July 21 at which time staff presented the 2020 CAPER summarizing the expenditures occurring during the program year and persons benefitting from the activities/programs carried out. The Redevelopment Authority meeting is televised on the local city cable channel. Staff noted at the Redevelopment Authority meeting that written comments were being accepted until July 26. Please see the Board comments and staff’s response, in the excerpt from the July 21 Board meeting in the Attachments. No citizens comments were received at the Board meeting. A neighborhood meeting was also held the evening of July 22; X person attended but no comments were received. No written comments were received prior to submitting the CAPER to HUD. 86 CAPER 23 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-45 - CDBG 91.520(c) Specify the nature of, and reasons for, any changes in the jurisdiction’s program objectives and indications of how the jurisdiction would change its programs as a result of its experiences. The City of Oshkosh has not changed the objectives in its CDBG program and continues to strategically use CDBG funds to maximize leverage for affordable housing and homeownership, public services, central city and neighborhood revitalization, planning and administrative activities. The City continuously assesses and reviews its policies, procedures and programs in order to improve on the effective and efficient delivery of its grant programs. There is continued need for CDBG funds to fulfill objectives in all categories noted above, hence no changes are recommended based on Oshkosh's experiences. Does this Jurisdiction have any open Brownfields Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grants? No [BEDI grantees] Describe accomplishments and program outcomes during the last year. 87 CAPER 24 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CR-50 - HOME 91.520(d) Include the results of on-site inspections of affordable rental housing assisted under the program to determine compliance with housing codes and other applicable regulations Please list those projects that should have been inspected on-site this program year based upon the schedule in §92.504(d). Indicate which of these were inspected and a summary of issues that were detected during the inspection. For those that were not inspected, please indicate the reason and how you will remedy the situation. The City of Oshkosh does not receive HOME funds. Provide an assessment of the jurisdiction's affirmative marketing actions for HOME units. 92.351(b) The City of Oshkosh does not receive HOME funds. Refer to IDIS reports to describe the amount and use of program income for projects, including the number of projects and owner and tenant characteristics The City of Oshkosh does not receive HOME funds. Describe other actions taken to foster and maintain affordable housing. 91.220(k) (STATES ONLY: Including the coordination of LIHTC with the development of affordable housing). 91.320(j) The City of Oshkosh does not receive HOME funds. 88 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 1 Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Prepared: March 2006 Adopted: Redevelopment Authority—March 15, 2006 Common Council—March 28, 2006 City of Oshkosh Great Neighborhoods Program 89 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 1 A. INTENT, PURPOSE, AND OBJECTIVES...........................................2 B. STATUTORY AUTHORITY.............................................................3 C. CONSISTENCY WITH LOCAL PLANS.............................................3 D. PROJECT BOUNDARY..................................................................4 E. EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING.............................................6 F. EXISTING CONDITIONS................................................................7 G. PROPOSED ZONING AND LAND USE............................................8 H. STANDARDS OF POPULATION DENSITY, LAND COVERAGE, AND BUILDING DENSITY IN THE AREA AFTER REDEVELOPMENT.......8 I. PRESENT AND EQUALIZED VALUE..............................................8 J. PROJECT ACTIVITIES/IMPLEMENTATION......................................9 K. PROJECT FINANCING...................................................................12 L. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS........................................................12 M. COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS.............................................................................12 N. REDEVELOPMENT PLAN MODIFICATIONS................................. 12 O. PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.......................................... 12 P. TERMINATION OF THE DISTRICT AND REDEVELOPMENT PLAN........................................................................................ 12 TABLES TABLE 1. LAND USE BY TAX ASSESSMENT CLASSIFICATION.... 6 TABLE 2. SPECIFIC LAND USE CLASSIFICATION....................... 6 APPENDIX A - MAPS MAP 1. DISTRICT BOUNDARIES.................................................13 MAP 2. EXISTING LAND USE.....................................................14 MAP 3A. EXISTING CONDITIONS...............................................15 MAP 3B. EXISTING CONDITIONS...............................................16 MAP 4. EXISTING ZONING.........................................................17 MAP 5. PROPOSED ZONING.......................................................18 MAP 6. PROPOSED LAND USE...................................................19 APPENDIX B - PARCEL INFORMATION MAP 7A. PARCEL IDENTIFICATION............................................20 MAP 7B. PARCEL IDENTIFICATION............................................21 PARCEL INFORMATION..............................................................22 APPENDIX C - ZONING TEXT EXCERPTS...........................................30 City of Oshkosh Great Neighborhoods Program Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Table of Contents 90 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 2 A. INTENT, PURPOSE, AND OBJECTIVES The City of Oshkosh is proposing to create the Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Area to implement phased redevelopment activities in a phased manner in the neighborhood. It is also anticipated that improvements in the Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Area will promote and support private redevelopment of properties in adjacent areas of the district, particularly in the North Main Street Historic District. The City’s 2005 Comprehensive Plan identified the project area as a neighborhood improvement strategic area in order to focus on specific objectives and to take advantage of redevelopment opportunities in the district as they occur. The City of Oshkosh promotes revitalization of the Central City and downtown areas through housing rehabilitation of existing structures, new con-struction, and historic preservation. The Near East Neighborhood Area is generally bounded by Jefferson Street on the west, Lincoln Avenue on the north, the Canadian National Railroad corridor on the east, and Merritt Avenue on the south. The Neighborhood contains all or a portion of approxi-mately 20 city blocks just east of the Main Street Historic District. There are approximately 370 parcels in the Neighborhood. The Near East Neighborhood contains mostly residential land uses, with some commercial land uses on the periphery of the district. Given that the neighborhood developed prior to the City adopting a Zoning Ordinance, nonconforming uses, structures, and lots are common within the district. In addition, there are several examples of blighted and deteriorating structures and properties. Development opportunities within the District will be of an infill scale and primarily residential in nature. In order to initiate activity in the neighborhood, it is essential the Redevelopment District and Redevelopment Plan be created to allow the City to utilize various tools to achieve neighborhood redevelop-ment objectives. Neighborhood improvement activities will include acquisition and clearance, rehabilitation, construction, cleanup campaigns, infra-structure improvements, streetscaping, targeted code enforcement, and land use and zoning changes. The City will encourage both pri-vate redevelopment and public/private partnerships. City staff will work closely with a steering committee of residents to implement these activities as well as others identified by the committee. 91 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 3 The purpose of this Redevelopment Plan is to make certain that redevel-opment occurs: • in a coordinated rather than a piecemeal basis to ensure that land use, parking, municipal services, streetscaping, and design guidelines will functionally come together and meet the needs and historical characteristics of the neighborhood, • on a broad and integrated basis, to ensure that blight and blighting influences are eliminated, and • on a comprehensive basis to ensure redevelopment is done in conformity with other City plans and will be complimentary with uses adjacent to the District. Revitalization of this Redevelopment Area is crucial due to its: • Proximity to the Central Business District • High percentage (60%) owner-occupied units • Quality and age of existing housing stock • Location within Low- and Moderate-Income Census Tracts and Block Groups B. STATUTORY AUTHORITY The preparation and adoption of this Redevelopment Plan and designa-tion of the District boundaries, as well as plan implementation, are en-abled pursuant to Section 66.1331 (Blighted Area Law) and Section 66.1333 (Blight Elimination and Slum Clearance) of the Wisconsin Stat-utes. C. CONSISTENCY WITH LOCAL PLANS Other local plans the Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan is consistent with are: • Comprehensive Plan (2005) • Consolidated Plan (2005) • Community Development Block Grant Action Plan (2005 and 2006) The Comprehensive Plan details future goals and implementation actions that the City would like to achieve on both an overall city-wide basis, as well as on a district and special area basis that in-cludes this Redevelopment Area. Implementing improvements for four specific geographic areas was identified as one of thirteen high-est priority implementation actions. Relative to this Redevelopment Area, specific goals identified in the Comprehensive Plan include: • Maintain or rehabilitate the City’s existing housing stock and the surrounding areas containing this housing. • Enhance environmental quality, promote good design, and eliminate and lessen land use conflicts throughout the com-munity. • Maintain and preserve the viability of existing neighbor-hood development. • Continue revitalization efforts of downtown and the central city area. The Consolidated Plan, required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) communities, is a local plan that identifies funding priorities for housing and other community development needs for which CDBG funds will be utilized. The Consolidated Plan as it relates to implementation of this Redevelopment Plan gen-erally relates to the provision of more residential development in the Central City area and the elimination of blighting influences and the prevention of slum and blight. The CDBG Action Plans are prepared on an annual basis. Funds are allocated into four broad project categories - Central City & Com-munity Facilities, Housing & Neighborhood Development, Public Services, and Administration & Planning. Funds to implement this Redevelopment Plan are included in the 2005 and 2006 Action Plans and will also be included in future Action Plans. 92 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 4 D. PROJECT BOUNDARY The boundary of the District is shown on Map 1 on page 13. The legal description for the Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Area is as follows: A part of Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition; Thom and Simmons Plat; Leach’s Map Blocks 39, 40, 42, 43, 72, 88, 89, 100, 101; Brunke’s Sub-division; Ford’s Addition Blocks 55 and 59; Parkinson’s Subdivision of Lots 17, 18, 19 and 20 of Leach’s Map Block 42; Washburn’s Subdivi-sion of Lot 4 and Block 41 Leach’s Map; Merritt’s Addition Blocks 1, 2, 3; Merritts 2nd Addition Blocks A, B, C, D, E; Bass Replat; Otis Cross Subdivision of part of Lot 3 Block 41 Leach’s Map; Merritt’s and East-man’s Addition; Fox Valley & Western Limited Railroad right-of-way; E. Lincoln Avenue; Fulton Avenue; Jefferson Street; Mt. Vernon Street; Grand Street; Marston Place; E. Irving Avenue; Dale Avenue; Oxford Avenue; E. Parkway Avenue; Broad Street; Hudson Avenue; Madison Street; Pleasant Street; Merritt Avenue; Vacated Northwestern Avenue; in the SE ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 13-18-16; SW ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 13-18-16; E. ½ of the NW ¼ of Section 24-18-16, and the W ½ of the NE ¼ of Section 24-18-16; all in the 4th & 10th Wards, City of Oshkosh, Winnebago County, Wisconsin described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the centerline of E. Lincoln Avenue and the centerline of the Fox Valley & Western Limited Railroad right-of-way; thence west along the centerline of E. Lincoln Avenue to the extended west line of Lot 10 Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition Block B; thence south along the extended west line and west line of said Lot 10 to a point 95.0 feet south of the south line of E. Lincoln Avenue; thence west parallel to the south line of E. Lincoln Avenue 66.0 feet to the west line of Lot 9 Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition Block B; thence south along the west line of said Lot 9, 41.2 feet to the southwest corner of said Lot 9; thence east 66.0 feet along the south line of said Lot 9 to the north-west corner of Lot 33 Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition Block B; thence south along the west line of said Lot 33, extended south line of said Lot 33 and the west line of Lot 10 Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition Block A to a point 100.2 feet south of the south line of Fulton Avenue; thence west parallel to the south line of Fulton Avenue 66.0 feet to the west line of Lot 9 Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition Block A; thence south 36.0 feet along the west line of said Lot 9 to the southwest corner of said Lot 9; thence west along the south lines of Lot 7 and 8 Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition Block A, 77.0 feet to the southwest corner of said Lot 7; thence southwest to a point on the west line of Jefferson Street that is 129.7 feet north of the northwest corner of Jefferson Street and E. Irving Avenue as measured along the west line of Jef-ferson Street; thence west along a line parallel and 129.7 feet north of the north line of E. Irving Avenue, 66.0 feet to the west line of Lot 37, Baldwin & Knapp’s Addition Block A; thence south along the west line and extended west line of said Lot 37 to the centerline of E. Irving Avenue; thence west along the centerline of E. Irving Avenue to the extended west line of Lot 13 Brunke’s Subdivision; thence south along the extended west line and west line of said Lot 13 to the north line of Lot 5 Leach’s Map Block 72; thence west alone the north line of said Lot 5 to the east line of Jackson Street; thence south along the east line of Jackson Street 132.0 feet to the southwest corner of Lot 4 Leach’s Map Block 72; thence east 120.0 feet along the south line of said Lot 4; thence south along a line parallel and 120.0 feet east of the east line of Jackson Street 198.0 feet to the northeast corner of Lot 5 Merritt’s 2nd Addition Block B; thence south along the east line of said Lot 5, 60 feet to the south-east corner of said Lot 5; thence west along the south line of said Lot 5, 120.0 feet to the east line of Jackson Street; thence south along the east line of Jackson Street, 240.0 feet to the northeast cor-ner of Jackson Street and E. Parkway Avenue; thence east along the north line of E. Parkway Avenue, 120.0 feet to the southeast corner of Lot 1 Merritt’s 2nd Addition Block B; thence south along the extended east line and east lines of Lot 3 and 4 Merritt’s 2nd Addi-tion Block A, 169.5 feet to the southeast corner of said Lot 3; thence west 120.0 feet along the south line of said Lot 3 to the east line of Jackson Street; thence south along the east line of Jackson Street 140.75 feet; thence south along a line parallel and 120.0 feet east of the east line of Jackson Street, 289.55 feet to a point 20.0 feet north of the southwest corner of Lot 6 Merritt’s Addition Block 1 as measured along the east line of said Lot 6; thence west along a line parallel and 20.0 feet north of the south line of said Lot 6 to the east line of Jackson Street; thence south along the east line of Jack-93 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 5 son Street to the northeast corner of Jackson Street and Merritt Avenue; thence east along the north line of Merritt Avenue to the extended west line of Lot 13 Leach’s Map Block 40; thence south along the extended west line of said Lot 13 and the east lines of Lots 13, 10, 9 and 24 Leach’s Map Block 40, to a point 10.0 feet south of the northwest corner of said Lot 24; thence east along a line parallel and 169.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue to the west line of Jefferson Street; thence southeast to the southwest corner of Lot 16 Merritt’s and East-man’s Addition Block 1; thence east 120.0 feet along the south line of said Lot 16 to the southeast corner of said Lot 16; thence south along the west line of Lot 10 Merritt’s and Eastmans’s Addition Block 1, 34.6 feet; thence east along a line parallel and 34.6 feet south of the north line of said Lot 10, 120.0 feet to the west line of Mt. Vernon Street; thence southeast to the northeast corner of Mt. Vernon Street and Northwestern Avenue; thence east along the north line of Northwestern Avenue 120.0 feet to the southeast corner of Lot 8 Merritt’s and Eastman’s Addition Block 2; thence north along the east lines of Lots 8, 9 and 10 Merritt’s and Eastman’s Addition Block 2, 109.0 feet; thence east along a line parallel and 134.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue 15.0 feet; thence south along a line parallel and 135.0 feet east of the east line of Mt. Vernon Street 32.0 feet; thence east along a line parallel and 166.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue 62.0 feet to the east line of Lot 31 Leach’s Map Block 39; thence north along the east line of said Lot 31, 21.0 feet; thence east along a line parallel and 145.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue, 53.0 feet to the east line of Lot 30 Leach’s Map Block 39; thence north along the east line of said Lot 30, 21.0 feet to the southwest corner of Lot 29 Leach’s Map Block 39; thence east 51.5 feet along the south line of said Lot 29; thence north along a line parallel and 51.5 feet west of Madison Street, 25.0 feet; thence east parallel to and 99.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue, 51.5 feet to the west line of Madison Street; then easterly to a point on the east line of Madison Street that is 100.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue; thence east along a line parallel and 100.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue, 50.0 feet; thence north along a line parallel and 50.0 feet east of the east line of Madison Street, 10.0 feet; thence east along a line parallel and 90.0 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue, 50.0 feet; thence south along a line parallel and 100.0 feet east of the east line of Madison Street, 30.0 feet to the south line of Lot 22 Leach’s Map Block 39; thence east along the south line of said Lot 22, 4.0 feet to the northeast corner of Lot 20 Leach’s Map block 39; thence south along the east line and ex-tended east line of said Lot 20 to the centerline of Vacated North-western Avenue; thence east along the centerline of Vacated Northwestern Avenue to the west line of Broad Street (west seg-ment); thence southeast to a point on the east line of Broad Street (west segment) that is on a line that is parallel and 294.65 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue; thence east along a line parallel and 294.65 feet south of the south line of Merritt Avenue to the centerline of Broad Street (east segment); thence north along the centerline of Broad Street (east segment) to the centerline of E. Irving Avenue; thence east along the centerline of E. Irving Ave-nue to the centerline of Fox Valley & Western Limited Railroad right-of-way to the north; thence north along the centerline of the Fox Valley & Western Limited Railroad right-of-way to the cen-terline of E. Lincoln Avenue the point of beginning. Said parcel contain approximately 93.62 acres. 94 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 6 E. EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING The Redevelopment Area is predominantly classified as residential prop-erty, with the exception of a few parcels along Jefferson Street on the western edge of the District and the Railroad corridor along the eastern edge of the District. Individual parcels are shown on the maps in Ap-pendix A and parcel information is provided in Appendix B. The general land uses as characterized by assessment classification are as follows: The Assessment Class column shown in the above table indicates how the City Assessor classifies individual tax parcels for assessment pur-poses and identifies properties as being Class A, B, C, 3, or 4, according to their use. The general land use categories described above are based on the way properties are classified by the City Assessor and can be bro-ken down into more specific uses such as a one-family dwelling versus a two-family dwelling or a retail-oriented business versus a service-oriented business. The following table illustrates a more specific catego-rization of land uses in the District. Land Use Type # of Parcels Assessment Class Percent of Parcels Percent by Area Tax Exempt 11 4 2.67% 11.29% Residential 370 A 89.81% 74.90% Commercial 29 B 7.04% 12.88% Manufacturing 1 C 0.24% 0.77% Table 1. Land Use by Tax Assessment Classification County 1 3 0.24% 0.17% Existing land uses are illustrated on Map 2 on page 14. Existing zoning within the Redevelopment Area is illustrated on Map 4 on page 17. The map shows six separate zoning districts, with a por-tion in the Downtown Overlay (DO) District, and one parcel in a Planned Development (PD) Overlay District. The two largest zon-ing districts are R-2 (Two Family Residence District) and R-5 (Multiple Dwelling District). The Downtown Overlay District is for parcels in the southwest portion of the Redevelopment Area. Table 2. Specific Land Use Classification Land Use Type # of Parcels Percent of Parcels Acres Percent w/ Right of Way Single Family 240 58.25% 33.44 35.78% Two Family 103 25.00% 16.19 17.32% Multifamily 33 8.01% 7.33 7.84% Mixed Use 3 0.73% 1.28 1.37% Parking Lot 3 0.73% 1.92 2.05% Commercial 13 3.16% 5.07 5.43% Infrastructure 2 0.49% 4.35 4.65% Institutional 2 0.49% 0.40 0.43% Parks/Open Space 1 0.24% 0.36 0.39% Vacant/Undeveloped 12 2.91% 1.50 1.61% Right-of-Way 21.61 23.12% 95 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 7 F. EXISTING CONDITIONS The Redevelopment Area encompasses approximately 93 acres in 412 tax parcels with approximately 74% of the parcels meeting the criteria for blighting conditions, as defined in the Wisconsin Statutes. The con-tributing factors in finding the area as blighted are defined in Section 66.1331(3)(a) and 66.1333(2m)(b), Wisconsin Statutes. These condi-tions are presented on a parcel-by-parcel basis in Map 3A and 3B on pages 15 and 16. There are a myriad of issues affecting the condition of the neighborhood from building code, property maintenance and zoning code violations to higher levels of calls for police service. As detailed in the text of this Plan, this area has a significant level of police activity and there is an almost one-for-one relationship between parcels with the highest levels police contact and renter occupancy. Further, these units with higher levels of police contact also have a notably high rate of building and property maintenance code violations. The higher level of police activity and the additional enforcement activ-ity on the part of the City’s Inspections Services Division is especially troublesome because the average property values for parcels containing one to three dwelling units in this area is roughly 70% of the average value of one to three unit properties city-wide. It appears there is a dis-proportionate relationship between local property taxes paid and city service expenses in this area. The housing stock in this area is generally well over 75 years old, and predominately of wood frame construction. There is evidence of signifi-cant deferred maintenance and poorly executed repairs and “improvements”. Common problems include front porch and step dete-rioration which either has not been repaired or has been addressed with inappropriate materials and design. In some cases, porches and stoops have been removed in part or in whole as an alternative to repair. Code enforcement alone is not an acceptable approach to dealing with appearance issues. Many of the least attractive porch and railing condi-tions are, in fact, code compliant. Further, adherence to code require-ments in some cases results in a less attractive property than in the non-compliant condition. Second floor jump platforms on primary fa-cades are an example of this, as are code complaint guardrails that are out of scale with original porch design. Many properties do not have garages; thus, parking in required set-backs and on lawns is common. Small lot sizes coupled with con-version of single family homes to duplexes and multiple-family structures contribute further to on-site parking pressure. Many drive-ways, aprons, and parking areas are not paved. Because the majority of these problematic open parking conditions existed prior to adoption of the Zoning Ordinance, they are consid-ered legal non-conforming. An enforcement approach to this issue is further complicated by the fact that in many cases there is no code compliant alternative location for open parking. Initial visual surveys of the area found open porches containing fur-niture designed for indoor use and filled with household items. Tires, mattresses and other junk and debris were also observed in side and rear yards. For the most part, site landscaping is either non-existent or poorly maintained. Parking on turf areas is common and many yards have muddy ruts as a result. Many terraces are without street trees. Due to lack of infill design standards, the infill construction projects that have been undertaken in this area are out of character with sur-rounding properties. Even though the construction is new, it is in-consistent with the architectural design elements and construction materials typically found in the area. While some architecturally interesting properties exist in good condi-tion, many are suffering from deferred maintenance or have been inappropriately altered. One notable example is the City’s only octa-gon house, where window openings have been closed or modified and the original porch has been lost. The result of these modifica-96 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 8 H. STANDARDS OF POPULATION DENSITY, LAND COVERAGE, AND BUILDING IN-TENSITY AFTER REDEVELOPMENT The standards of the R-2 PD (Two Family Residence District with a Planned Development Overlay) will be applied to all new develop-ment, construction, and rehabilitation occurring in the Redevelop-ment Area. This will apply to all new development and rehabilita-tion projects. Given the current population and housing density, these densities are not expected to significantly differ from existing conditions. I. PRESENT AND EQUALIZED VALUE As of January 1, 2006, the approximate assessed value of the prop-erties in the Redevelopment Area is $37,911,700 ($5,352,400 land, $32,559,300 improvements) with an equalized value of approxi-mately $37,235,700. The potential equalized value of the Redevel-opment Area is $40,000,000 depending upon the amount of invest-ment into properties within the District. tions is the loss of the possible National Register listing of this property. While many architecturally interesting buildings are suitable candidates for rehabilitation, some have been so modified that it would not be eco-nomically feasible to attempt to restore the properties to their original exterior appearance. Implementation of activities will eliminate blighting influences of prop-erty and underutilized and/or deteriorated structures and contribute to the overall improvement of the Redevelopment Area. G. PROPOSED ZONING AND LAND USE Proposed land use and zoning in the District are intended to be consis-tent with the goals and objectives of the various Plans discussed in Sec-tion C of this Plan. In that regard, it is proposed to rezone property cur-rently zoned R-3 Multiple Dwelling District, R-2 Two Family Residence District, C-3 Central Commercial District, C-3 DO Central Commercial District with a Downtown Overlay, R-5 Multiple Dwelling District, R-5 PD Multiple Dwelling District with a Planned Development Overlay to R-2 PD Two Family Residence District with a Planned Development Overlay District. The R-2 District allows one- and two-family dwelling units, in addition to several other conditional uses. The R-2 District is appropriate given the current land uses in this area. The PD Overlay allows for flexibility and recognition of existing conditions. The stan-dards of the R-2 District and the PD Overlay District are shown in Ap-pendix C. Map 5 on page 18 illustrates the proposed zoning for the Dis-trict. It is anticipated that the majority of land uses will not change with the implementation of the Plan. The proposed rezoning actions are intended to bring the current zoning districts in conformance with the current land use. The intention is not to dramatically change the existing land uses within the neighborhood. 97 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 9 J. PROJECT ACTIVITIES/IMPLEMENTATION Details of activities that will be implemented in the Redevelopment Area were described in the “Near East Neighborhood Plan” adopted by the Common Council on March 14, 2005. 1. Land Acquisition/Assemblage To achieve redevelopment and removal of blighting influences in the neighborhood, some acquisition and/or assembly of lands within the District will be required. Acquired lands may be sold or leased for pri-vate redevelopment or may be dedicated for public purposes. The Rede-velopment Authority of Oshkosh (RDA) may utilize property that has been acquired for temporary uses as an incidental part of the redevelop-ment process. Temporary uses will exist until such time as property is scheduled for redevelopment. Land assembly will be facilitated by the Department of Community Development and the City Attorney’s office in coordination with the RDA and Common Council, as applicable. Based on initial windshield survey of the area and a review of City As-sessor’s property information, it appears there are several structures in such a deteriorated condition that they are a blight in the neighborhood, are not economically feasible to repair and should be razed. Further, there are at least two areas (one on Jefferson Street and one on Grand Street) that contain abutting properties that should be purchased, razed and assembled for redevelopment. It is proposed that properties be identified for acquisition and clearance based on the following criteria: A. Construction type/quality The older homes in this area that were poorly constructed are at or past the point of being economically repairable. The foundation is an im-portant indicator of the overall type of construction. Homes con-structed over 50 years ago that are on piers were generally inexpen-sively constructed and commonly have problems related to that type of foundation as well as problems associated with overall poor construc-tion. These structures seldom present opportunities for a viable, economical long term result from rehabilitation. B. Condition The condition of improvements can be objectively evaluated on the basis of the number and type of building code and property mainte-nance issues that exist, the cost of repair versus the value of the property and the likelihood of long term viability of the property as a whole following rehabilitation. C. Functional Aspects of Lot Size, Shape, and Structure Placement As this area was developed well before adoption of the Zoning Ordinance, the majority of the lots contain one or more of the fol-lowing substandard conditions: lot size, lot dimension, and struc-ture setbacks, which result in lack of space to provide recreation or required parking. Several extreme examples of these substandard conditions were previously described. 2. Relocation Individuals may need to be relocated as a result of implementation of this Redevelopment Plan. Where such relocation occurs by the RDA, it shall be done in compliance with State and/or Federal regu-lations, as applicable. 3. Land Disposition Once assembled, land will be disposed of by sale or lease in accor-dance with the provisions contained in Section 66.1333, Wisconsin Statutes. Where lots are developable, the City will work with private devel-opers and agencies to develop appropriately designed new residen-tial structures. The City will take steps to ensure appropriate rede-velopment activities both in terms of use and appearance. 98 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 10 Substandard lots and lots with awkward configurations would be dis-posed of to one or more abutting property owners on a case by case basis as the dimension and shape of the subject lot relate to the dimensions, size, and shapes of abutting properties. Should the vacant Canadian National Railroad property be acquired as part of the Plan, it is anticipated the property would remain in City own-ership and be used for recreational/open space purposes. 4. Rehabilitation/Conversion The Redevelopment Area contains a number of structures where reha-bilitation is preferable to clearance. The area is predominantly residen-tial in nature and rehabilitation will likely eliminate blighting influences as well as other code violations. It is proposed to target CDBG and HOME Rental Rehabilitation Pro-gram funding for rehabilitation of repairable properties occupied by in-come qualified owners and tenants, for conversion of two and three fam-ily units back to single family use, and for rehabilitation of repairable properties acquired for rehabilitation. Conversions increasing density are prohibited (e.g. single family to a duplex), unless approved by appro-priate boards/commissions. The City would also work with private lenders to make funds available at more favorable terms and rates for rehabilitation of homes occupied by owners who are not income qualified for CDBG rehabilitation and to undertake activities that are not CDBG eligible, particularly the con-struction of garages and paved drives. 5. New Construction/Infill Construction City staff would propose Zoning Ordinance amendments that include general design standards for new residential infill construction and for additions and alterations to existing structures. The intent of this Plan is not to prohibit new construction, substantial remodeling, or enlarge-ments. These general standards will be included in the conditions of the Planned Development Overlay district when the area is rezoned. The amendments are proposed because the Zoning Ordinance does not con-tain design standards for new residential construction on infill lots nor for additions and alterations to existing structures; thus, new resi-dential construction typically is not visually compatible with neighboring properties in older, central city areas. Examples of design problems with new infill construction include façade orientation (not having the front door on the front of the house), shallow roof pitch, lack of front porches or stoops, use of incompatible materials such as unfinished pressure treated wood and inappropriately sized and oriented windows. It is not the intent of this Redevelopment Plan to prohibit substan-tial remodeling or conversion or rebuilding, enlargement, or exten-sion of major structural improvements on existing buildings. City staff would propose creating basic design element guidelines for those doing major work to use as a guide (not a requirement) for projects, with the end product being sympathetic to the surround-ing architectural and design features of the neighborhood. 6. Code Enforcement Historically, property maintenance and building code enforcement have primarily focused on rental property and relied in large part upon complaints to trigger enforcement action. Zoning enforce-ment, while more evenly focused on owner and rental properties, has been somewhat uncoordinated with building and property maintenance code enforcement. A windshield survey of this area shows that the status quo approach will not work in this area as exterior building code, property maintenance, and zoning code issues exist with both owner and renter occupied properties. Com-prehensive property review and uniform enforcement are proposed to ensure overall improvement of the area. This effort should in-clude elements of technical assistance and, where appropriate, financial assistance in increasing the quality and level of compli-ance actions. As previously noted, many code compliant repairs are not in character with the architectural style and building mate-rials typically found in this area. An inspection of each property in the area from the sidewalk is proposed. A standard checklist of common building code, prop-erty maintenance code and zoning code violations would be used 99 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 11 to review the condition of each property. The Planning Services Divi-sion would notify property owners in writing of items needing correc-tion. Technical assistance will be offered as well as financial assistance to qualified owners and properties and a reasonable time for addressing problems will be provided. Should compliance not be achieved within a reasonable time period, given the nature of the problems found, it is pro-posed that the matter be referred to either the City Inspection Services Division or the Zoning Administrator for enforcement action under ap-propriate Ordinance provisions. In more problematic circumstances, non-compliance could be addressed through property acquisition for the purpose of rehabilitation or clear-ance and redevelopment. 7. Zoning Ordinance Changes The Zoning Ordinance does not relate appropriately to the problem of open parking on substandard residential lots. As a result, owners of these properties must either prove legal non-conforming status or obtain a zoning variance, which is not always possible. Further, in cases where there may actually be a portion of the lot where open parking would meet the required setbacks, that area is generally that portion of the rear yard just behind the house, which is the area most logical for recreational use. Not only does this placement of parking take up the most appropri-ate area for recreation, but it also serves to functionally cut off the re-mainder of the back yard from the house. Zoning Ordinance changes should be implemented to address these issues. 8. Property Maintenance and Repair Design Advice As noted previously in this Plan, the fact that exterior repairs, alterations and maintenance are code compliant does not necessarily make them attractive or aesthetically appropriate. For example, replacement of a full front porch with precast concrete steps may be a code compliant solution, but not one that is an attractive alternative to repairing the original porch. Property owners in this area would be provided with information on ap-propriate design and material selection for exterior maintenance and repair projects. 9. Cleanup Campaigns Given the additional cost of disposal of tires, furniture, appliances, mattresses, scrap lumber and other large materials, it is not surpris-ing that these items collect on porches and in yards of low to mod-erate income neighborhoods such as this one. Due to additional charges for disposal of yard waste, dead and diseased plant material and woody brush also accumulates. In addition, there are wooden fences deteriorated beyond repair, dilapidated sheds and other eye-sores in need of disposal. The City would assist residents with removal of junk and debris by organizing one or more neighborhood clean up events and provid-ing dumpsters. Dumpsters would be monitored to ensure appropri-ate separation of materials. 100 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 12 K. PROJECT FINANCING Funds necessary to implement project activities are expected to be de-rived from a variety of sources and may include, but not be limited to: general obligation bonds, income from the sale or lease of acquired lands, Community Development Block Grant funds, HOME funds, and any other sources approved by the Common Council. Redevelopment project costs mean and include the total of all reasonable and necessary costs incurred or estimated to be incurred and any such costs incidental to this Redevelopment Plan. Such costs may include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Property assembly costs including, but not limited to, the acquisition of land and other property and other real or personal rights or inter-est therein, the demolition of buildings and the clearing and grading of land. 2. Relocation costs to the extent required by State or Federal law, as applicable. 3. Costs of rehabilitation, construction, repair or remodeling of exist-ing buildings and fixtures, environmental remediation, administra-tion costs included in the Plan and loans and/or grants necessary for development. 4. Costs of the construction of public works or improvements. 5. Costs of surveys and studies, plans and specifications, professional service costs, such as architectural, engineering, legal, marketing, financial, planning and special services. 6. Payments or expenditures necessary or convenient to the implemen-tation of the Plan. 7. Loans and grants necessary to implement the Plan objective. Since a major source of funds needed for the promotion of development and public improvements in this area may be derived from CDBG, fed-eral requirements applicable under HUD regulations will apply. L. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS Throughout the implementation of this Redevelopment Plan and all stages and phases thereof, the participants will be required to comply with all pertinent sections of municipal codes and ordinances refer-enced herein, as well as the sections of this Plan. M. COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL, STATE, AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS Local codes and ordinances applicable to the Redevelopment Area have been referenced in this Plan. Notwithstanding these refer-ences, the participating developer(s) and the Redevelopment Au-thority of Oshkosh (RDA) shall comply with any and all local, state, and/or federal codes, as applicable N. REDEVELOPMENT PLAN MODIFICATION This Redevelopment Plan may be modified or changed at any time in accordance with Section 66.1333(1), Wisconsin Statutes, includ-ing after sale or lease of property acquired by the RDA. All pro-posed changes to this Redevelopment Plan are recommended and approved by the RDA, as well as the Common Council. O. PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS To facilitate support for rehabilitation of structures and the redevel-opment of some properties, the City will undertake public improve-ments as required and to the extent feasible. Said improvements and public utilities many include, but are not limited to, the improve-ment of streets, water/storm/sanitary sewers, streetscaping, park construction, sidewalks, and signage. P. TERMINATION OF THE DISTRICT AND REDEVELOPMENT PLAN Following implementation and completion of project activities, this Redevelopment Area and Plan will be terminated by action of the Common Council. 101 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 13 102 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 14 103 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 15 104 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 16 105 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 17 106 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 18 107 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 19 108 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 20 109 City of Oshkosh - Near East Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan Page 21 110 TO: City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority FROM: Kelly Nieforth, Community Development Director DATE: November 10, 2021 SUBJECT: Executive Director’s Report for November 17, 2021 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT RDA-Owned Residential Parcels The City continues to receive multiple calls from interested parties looking to purchase RDA- owned properties. City staff are also looking to add additional signage on properties to promote neighborhood development programs that may assist with down payment assistance or new construction grants on certain properties. South Shore Redevelopment Area Pioneer Marina/Island Area – Mr. Art Dumke continues to work with City staff and other possible developers to explore development options and funding scenarios. The City Council approved the TID Project Plan on September 24, 2019. The site also qualifies for New Market Tax Credits and was included in an Opportunity Zone. Another pier with additional boat slips was installed in the marina in 2020. Miles Kimball Building (Northwest corner of S. Main/9th Avenue) - The developers have started work on the building and plan to have them open in 2022. 9th Avenue extension to CN Railroad – The 9th Avenue extension and utility undergrounding was approved as part of the CIP for 2022. Pioneer Drive Riverwalk – The project was awarded to Vinton Construction. The contractor is hoping to start the stormwater outfalls this fall and construct the trail in spring of 2022. Boatworks Property – The RDA awarded an Option to Chet Wesenberg and Tim Hess to construct multi-family units on the property and will need to go obtain an option for 111 the City’s property to the west. City staff are working with the developers and the DNR to discuss contamination on the site. S. Main between 7th and 8th – Mr. Andy Dumke reports he is still trying to develop the Sawdust Lofts. He may apply for affordable housing funding programs. 43 E. 7th redevelopment area- City staff are working with the T. Wall Enterprises team including site investigation on the site. The developer proposes to start construction on phase 1 in October of 2022. Marion & Pearl Redevelopment Area Merge Update – Construction is complete on the Parcel H site, the location of the Brio Building, a mixed-use Food Coop/residential building. Construction for phase I of Mackson Corner on Parcel J along the Fox River has started. City staff applied for a WEDC CDI grant and were awarded $250,000 for the project. 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. Due to issues with the ATC line along the property, the site plan was modified. In addition, building costs have increased and the developer is re-formulating the funding plan for the project which is includes requesting TIF assistance from the City. 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. Construction has started and will be completed by the end of 2021. Jefferson Street Redevelopment City staff continue to promote the properties in an effort to attract private investment. Staff recently toured the site with a developer from the Milwaukee area with experience in WHEDA affordable housing tax credits. 112