HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutesPROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN
MAY 24, 2022
REGULAR MEETING held Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers,
City Hall.
Mayor Palmeri presided.
PRESENT: Council Members Aaron Wojciechowski, Lynnsey Erickson, Michael Ford,
Matt Mugerauer, Bill Miller and Mayor Lori Palmeri
EXCUSED: Council Member Courtney Hansen
NOTE: Council Member Wojciechowski arrived at 6:05 p.m. and Council Member
Miller arrived at 6:16 p.m.
ALSO PRESENT: John Fitzpatrick, Assistant City Manager/Director Administrative
Services; Jessi Balcom, City Clerk; Lynn Lorenson, City Attorney, and Russ Van Gompel,
Director of Finance
PRESENTATION
Shirley Mattox, 1313 Jackson Street, presented the Acanthus Awards.
Ms. Mattox explained that in 2019, Oshkosh Housing Authority purchased the Waite Rug
Place to provide housing to low income citizens. She explained the Waite Grass Carpet
Company created thousands of jobs for Oshkosh citizens.
Council Member Erickson accepted the award on behalf of the Oshkosh Housing
Authority Board and staff. She explained the property included 64 units to provide
housing to the community.
Ms. Mattox stated Gibson Social Club, formally known as the Gibson Tire Company, which
was built in 1925 had been restored and the building’s architecture preserved. She
commended the owners Kristen and Eric Hoopman for their vision.
Kristin Kane expressed her appreciation for the award on behalf of Mr. and Mrs.
Hoopman.
Ms. Mattox presented the Acanthus Award to Michelle Lokken for her work on the
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Oshkosh History Series. She explained that Ms. Lokken wrote a book “Post Card History
Series – Oshkosh” about her family’s private Oshkosh postcard collection and described
how Michelle worked with various individuals and organizations to expand on each
postcard with verified historical information regarding buildings, events, and landmarks.
Michelle Lokken shared her appreciation and explained the research provided great
introspect to not only her family but to the community.
Ms. Mattox presented an award to La Luz Del Mundo for stabilizing and preserving the
stained glass windows at the church which was built in 1875.
Pastor Jose Robles thanked everyone who assisted with restoring the historical church and
acknowledged the hard work that was done with the church.
Ms. Mattox recognized David Beardsley and Sue Tatum for the extensive rehabilitation
and restoration of the property located at 907 Washington Avenue.
David Beardsley and Sue Tatum explained the restoration was a labor of love.
Jessica Meidl, Business Improvement District (BID), presented on the Designated Outside
Refreshment Area (D.O.R.A) proposal. She explained the BID assists the downtown area
with beautification, recruitment and retention, event planning, advertising, and various
other tasks to assist the downtown businesses. She described the D.O.R.A concept as a
district in the downtown area in which individuals 21 and older could consume alcoholic
beverages outdoors within designated boundaries, hours and rules. She explained the
proposed area would consist of the downtown area along with the 600 and 700 block of N.
Main Street.
Council Member Wojciechowski asked how the disposal of the cups would be handled.
Ms. Meidl explained that the hope was to use reusable cups which would potentially cut
down on the disposal.
Council Member Wojciechowski inquired about what preventative measure would be in
place to control underage drinking.
Kris Larson, Vice Chair, Business Improvement District (BID), explained that laws would
be enforced within a liquor license and the laws that are governed by the State.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked how they would predict the increased number of events.
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Ms. Meidel explained various potential events that could be hosted in the downtown area.
Mr. Larson stated that it may not specifically increase the number of events however it
may enhance events that were already scheduled. He mentioned it would also alleviate
the need for a Special Class “B” for some events and he stated that instead of an event
getting money this would provide business to local businesses downtown.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked why the item would be the first on the list of
recommendations from the consultant.
Ms. Meidel explained the BID had installed multiple murals throughout the City,
fundraised for the horticulturist position for the City, created the flower pot pilot program
and gained 75% funding for the blade sign program for businesses.
Kris Larson stated the low cost of entry would generate the type of impact.
Council Member Ford, asked if there had been any thought to shutting down streets, asked
about Saturday hours and why this wouldn’t create a permanent pub crawl.
Ms. Meidl mentioned that currently the intent was not to shut down the streets as it adds
activity to the atmosphere, however eventually if the event became well attended the
streets could be shut down.
Mr. Larson mentioned that each downtown business had been contacted as wells as the
farmers market, and they were in favor of including the D.O.R.A.
Ms. Meidl explained the City could retract the event if other events were scheduled or if
the event did not want alcohol. She stated if the program did not provide economic
development to the community then the City would have the ability to completely remove
the D.O.R.A.
Council Member Erickson asked if there was specific data to show the economic
development that was created and if there were issues regarding safety.
Ms. Meidl mentioned that she had reached out to various cities to gain information and
stated that she could inquire regarding data.
Council Member Erickson asked if there would need to be additional law enforcement to
manage the rules of D.O.R.A.
Ms. Meidl stated there would need to be more conversations with City staff to clarify the
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needs.
Mr. Larson shared an event that included no additional police presence and explained that
the D.O.R.A. would not draw as many people as a large event.
Council Member Erickson asked if there would be training with businesses.
Ms. Meidl explained the training/information would be included in the next steps if
approved.
Mayor Palmeri asked what would be the potential additional costs for policing and how
many establishments would commit to clean up.
Ms. Meidl stated that she was unsure of which businesses would benefit the most and that
the hope was that business would maintain clean up.
Mayor Palmeri inquired how the D.O.R.A. differed from special event.
Mr. Larson explained State Statute’s limit the amount of events per year.
Mayor Palmeri asked about the additional policing and enforcement.
Mr. Larson stated that he was unaware of additional police enforcement.
Council Member Miller asked about if there were any concerns regarding college students
and asked about the size of the communities that were researched.
Ms. Meidl explained that if the pub crawl situation becomes an issue the event could be
shut down.
Ms. Miedel stated that she had researched the following cities:
Marietta, OH has a population of approximately 13,000
Doblin, OH has a population of approximately 50,000
Troy, OH has a population of approximately 30,000
Canton OH has a population of approximately 70,000
Chattanooga, TN has a population of approximately 181,000
Council Member Miller asked for the Sturgeon Bay comparable.
Ms. Meidl explained the concept was created in 2020 in response to the pandemic and with
the success continued around the downtown.
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Mr. Larson mentioned that the hours would end at 10:00 p.m. which could potentially
assist with the college student issue.
Mayor Palmeri asked if the BID would consider a scaled back version with less days and
for less amount of time.
Ms. Meidl explained that they had not considered scaling back.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mayor Palmeri ordered the following Public Hearing:
Resolution 22-204 Approve Final Resolution for Special Assessments for Concrete
Pavement, Asphalt Pavement, Sidewalk (New & Rehabilitation),
Driveway Aprons, Sanitary Sewer Main & Laterals (New & Relay),
Water Main & Laterals (New & Relay) & Storm Sewer Mains &
Laterals (New & Relay) Relating to Contract No. 22-01
A) Bowen Street (100’ South of East Murdock Avenue to Anchorage
Court)
MOTION: ADOPT (Ford; second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolution 22-205 Approve Final Resolution for Special Assessments for Concrete
Pavement, Asphalt Pavement, Sidewalk (New & Rehabilitation)
Driveway Aprons, Sanitary Sewer Main & Laterals (New & Relay),
Water Main & Laterals (New & Relay) & Storm Sewer Mains &
Laterals (New & Relay) Relating to Contract No. 22-04
A) Algoma Boulevard (Wisconsin Street to 100’ North of Congress
Avenue)
B) Vine Avenue (Algoma Boulevard to High Avenue)
C) High Avenue (250’ Northwest of Vine Avenue to 100’ Southeast of
Vine Avenue)
D) Vacated Blackhawk Street (Fox River to Algoma Boulevard)
MOTION: ADOPT (Ford; second, Miller)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Cheryl Lauritch, 1107 Algoma Boulevard, shared her frustration with the special
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assessment policy and mentioned her support to pursue alternative options for special
assessments.
Machelle Beede, expressed her concern with taxes that do not cover special assessments
and explained that she would like the Council to review alternative tax options regarding
the special assessment process.
Mayor Palmeri asked if the amount per foot was correct.
Mr. Rabe calculated based on the institutional property which means the assessment
would be calculated at the residential II category which would be a higher rate than a
single family property.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer inquired if there would have been lateral charges for the
university.
Mr. Rabe explained the cost would have significantly fewer laterals than a residential
property however the street pavement costs would be more.
Resolution 22-206 Approve Final Resolution for Special Assessments for Concrete
Pavement, Asphalt Pavement, Sidewalk (New & Rehabilitation),
Driveway Aprons, Sanitary Sewer Main & Laterals (New & Relay),
Water Main & Laterals (New & Relay) & Storm Sewer Mains &
Laterals (New & Relay) Relating to Contract No. 22-05
A) East Lincoln Avenue (100’ West of North Main Street to the
Railroad Tracks)
B) Rosalia Street (Washington Avenue to Ceape Avenue)
MOTION: ADOPT (Palmeri; second, Miller)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Chris Walker, 231 E Lincoln Avenue, explained the disappointment with the cost of rising
street assessments and mentioned that the current assessment policy was not sustainable
for citizens.
Resolution 22-207 Approve Final Resolution for Special Assessments for Concrete
Pavement, Asphalt Pavement, Sidewalk (New & Rehabilitation),
Driveway Aprons, Sanitary Sewer Main & Laterals (New & Relay),
Water Main & Laterals (New & Relay) & Storm Sewer Mains &
Laterals (New & Relay) Relating to Contract No. 22-07
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A) Oregon Street (200’ North of West Waukau Avenue to 200’ South
of West 35th Avenue)
MOTION: ADOPT (Palmeri; second, Ford)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolution 22-208 Approve Final Resolution for Special Assessment for Concrete
Pavement, Asphalt Pavement, Sidewalk (New & Rehabilitation),
Driveway Aprons, Sanitary Sewer Main & Laterals (New & Relay),
Water Main & Laterals (New & Relay) & Storm Sewer Mains &
Laterals (New & Relay) Relating to Contract No. 22-13
A) Witzel Avenue (100’ west of Wyldewood Drive to 500’ east of
North Westhaven Drive)
B) Maryden Road (Witzel Avenue to north end of the right-of-way)
MOTION: ADOPT (Ford; second, Palmeri)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolutions 22-209 Approve Final Resolution for Special Assessments for Storm Sewer
Laterals Relating to Contract No. 22-20 / Various Locations
MOTION: ADOPT (Erickson; second, Palmeri)
CARRIED: Ayes (5) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Mugerauer, Miller and Mayor
Palmeri
Present (1) Ford
Council Member Ford explained he would not be participating in the vote due to his
property being one of the properties included.
CITIZEN STATEMENTS
Ginger Beuk, 224 E. Tennessee Avenue, expressed her frustration with the City’s contractor
for paratransit that left her without transportation for hours waiting for adequate
wheelchair accessible transportation.
Mr. Fitzpatrick, expressed his sincere apology and explained that staff would address the
issue with the contractor. He stated that staff would follow up with Council and Ms. Buek
with the outcome.
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Patricia Diener, 1316 Broad Street, asked about fishing and parking near Main Street and
Pioneer Drive. She expressed her frustration and concern with littering throughout the
City. She honored Memorial Day and all of the fallen police officers and veterans.
Kelly Nieforth, Director of Community Development, stated the fishing and parking
would be a part of the new Riverwalk that was being installed and she mentioned there
would be bump outs off of the trails for fishing and parking in the area of concern.
Dan Hinton, N4475 County Road W, Redgranite, Representative from Breakwater, asked
about the time of events with the early morning hours, availability, acceptance of the
product and affordability regarding D.O.R.A. He expressed the concern for the effect the
event would have on adolescence at family events that included alcohol and for those who
are dealing with recovering alcoholism issues.
Mayor Palmeri asked if there was data regarding impact recovery communities hosting
events.
Mr. Hinton explained that individuals who are in recovery have a hard time engaging in
activities that involve alcohol.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Report of Bills by the Finance Director.
Approval of Cash Report from January & February 2022.
Receipt & Filing of the Common Council Minutes from May 10, 2022.
Receipt of Claim filed with the City’s Insurance Company:
A) Shawn Kahut for alleged damage to his prop from the boat landing.
B) Tom Walters for alleged damages to his prop from the boat landing.
Resolution 22-210 Approve Specific Implementation Plan for a Commercial
Development at the Northwest Corner of West South Park Avenue &
Ripon Lane (Plan Commission Recommends Approval).
Resolution 22-211 Approve Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Commercial
Entertainment at 1309 Oregon Street (Plan Commission Recommends
Approval).
Barry Laveck, Owner of HQ Bar and Grill, stated the pool proposal was a successful model
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in Kimberly, Wisconsin. He explained that the pool would be a great addition to the HQ
Bar and Grill along with the sand volleyball court and cabanas. He stated that the pool
would be open Wednesday thru Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for adults only and the
pool would be under 4 feet deep. He expressed that excessive drinking situations would
be taken very seriously.
Resolution 22-212 Approve Determination of Necessity; Authorize Redevelopment
Authority to Acquire; 122 West 9th Avenue ($40,000.00)
(Redevelopment Authority Recommends Approval).
Resolution 22-213 Approve Initial Resolution for Special Assessment for Asphalt
Overlay Relating to Contract No. 22-21
A) Huron Avenue, from North Main Street to Mount Vernon Street
B) North Westhaven Drive, from S.T.H. 21 to Omro Road
C) Alley West of South Main Street, from West 9th Avenue to West
10th Avenue
D) West 4th Avenue, from South Sawyer Street to Guenther Street
Resolution 22-214 Award Bid to Viking Electric for Lighting Fixtures for Public
Museum ($30,913.67).
Resolution 22-215 Approve Cooperative Purchase of Aerial Lift Truck from Altec
Industries, Inc. for Forestry Division ($158,909.00).
Resolution 22-216 Approve Appointments to Various Boards & Commissions.
Resolution 22-217 Approve, Special Class “B” Licenses, Secondhand Dealer License &
Operator Licenses.
MOTION: ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA EXCLUDING 22-216 (Wojciechowski;
second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolution 22-216 Approve Appointments to Various Boards & Commissions.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer stated he would need to pull 22-216 for a separate vote due to
a conflict.
MOTION: ADOPT (Mugerauer; second, Ford)
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MOTION: DIVIDE INTO:
PART A) BOARDS & COMMISSIONS EXCEPT LIBRARY BOARD &
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
PART B) LIBRARY BOARD
PART C) REDVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
(Mugerauer; second, Ford)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
MOTION: PART A) BOARDS & COMMISSIONS EXCEPT LIBRARY BOARD &
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (Wojciechowski; second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
MOTION: PART B) OSHKOSH PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD (Wojciechowski;
second, Palmeri)
CARRIED: Ayes (5) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Miller and Mayor Palmeri
Present (1) Mugerauer
MOTION: PART C) REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (Erickson; second,
Wojciechowski)
CARRIED: Ayes (2) Erickson and Mayor Palmeri
Noes (3) Ford, Mugerauer, Miller
Present (1) Wojciechowski
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer expressed concern for the placement of Mr. Stephenson on the
Redevelopment Authority due to a conflict of interest, as he serves as the Community
Development Director for the municipality of Kaukauna.
Council Member Miller explained that he disagreed with the appointment process.
Mayor Palmeri asked for more clarification.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer explained that the Redevelopment Authority (RDA) frequently
negotiates the development of the community which could create an unavoidable conflict
for the role he serves in his community as well as with the appointment to the RDA.
Mayor Palmeri stated that Mr. Stephenson has been a long time community member and
has put a large amount of investment into the neighborhood association and was qualified
and professional.
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Council Member Ford expressed that the applicant was highly qualified and stated that
there was a large crossover with his professional career which could cause inherent
conflict.
Council Member Erickson asked Ms. Lorenson if there was a conflict.
Ms. Lorenson explained that the individual would have to make the determination if they
felt there was conflict of interest.
Mayor Palmeri asked Ms. Nieforth if she felt it would be a problem in professional practice.
Kelly Nieforth, Director of Community Development, explained that she would not put
herself in the position, however the applicant was an asset to the community
Council Member Wojciechowski explained he may need to abstain from the vote.
Council Member Ford stated that the decision was not about the individual and he
explained he could see a conflict.
Mayor Palmeri explained the Plan Commission was benefitting from the developer that
explained he would recuse himself from anything that would include a perception and she
believed that Mr. Stephenson should receive the same afford. She mentioned there was not
a member of the RDA that lived within the central City and this could bring great value to
the Committee.
Council Member Ford stated that the Plan Commission did not handle privileged contract
information and that was the difference.
Council took a Break from 8:00 p.m. to 8:06 p.m.
ACTION TAKEN ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance 22-218 Approve Zone Change from Single Family Residential-9 District (SR-
9) to Institutional District with a Planned Development Overlay (I-PD)
for Properties Located on the West Side of the 500 Block of Monroe
Street (Plan Commission Recommends Approval).
FIRST READING: LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES
Ordinance 22-219 Approve Annual City Licenses (Renewals).
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MOTION: ADOPT (Wojciechowski; second, Miller)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Ordinance 22-220 Approve Proclamations Policy.
MOTION: ADOPT (Ford; second, Palmeri)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Council Member Ford mentioned that the update to the policy was to clarify the new
Supreme Court decision.
Ms. Lorenson confirmed that was correct.
Mayor Palmeri stated the policy provides clarity for those requesting for proclamations.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked if the proclamations would be available to be included in
the agenda packet.
Ms. Lorenson stated the proclamations would be available prior to the Council Meeting.
Ordinance 22-221 Approve State/Municipal Agreement with the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation for the Rehabilitation of South
Washburn Street from West 20th Avenue to Dickinson Avenue
MOTION: ADOPT (Erickson; second, Palmeri)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolution 22-222 Approve State/Municipal Agreement with the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation for the Rehabilitation of Osborn
Street from 1,600’ West of Mason Street to Knapp Street.
MOTION: ADOPT (Ford; second, Miller)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolution 22-223 Amend 2022 Operating Budget to Approve Additional Battalion
Chief Position in the Oshkosh Fire Department.
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MOTION: ADOPT (Ford; second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Council Member Miller asked for clarification.
Mr. Fitzpatrick explained the position was requested due to the work load that had been
identified within the Battalion Chief positions. He explained that in 2017 a position was
elevated, which left an open position that had never been back filled, which created an
additional burden.
Council Member Miller stated that there has been a forced call in issue.
Mr. Fitzpatrick explained that staff had been working to address and create recruitment
pipelines to the Fire Department.
Greg Stelter, Battalion Chief, expressed the concern for the vacancies and sustainable work
pattern. He explained that the department had just begun recruiting nationally however
the department was still struggling to fill the positions. He stated the current situation was
not sustainable and could become dangerous.
Council Member Ford stated his support for the essential services provided to the
community however the position should have been added to the 2022 budget.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer expressed his concern with the position being added outside of
the budget however he supports the request for more staff.
Resolution 22-224 Approve Amendment of City Ward Maps to Comply With Legislative
District Boundaries.
MOTION: ADOPT (Wojciechowski; second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Ford, Mugerauer, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
COUNCIL DISCUSSION, DIRECTION TO CITY MANAGER & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer mentioned the recommendation to Wisconsin Department of
Transportation (WisDOT) regarding Jackson/Oregon Street Bridge on June 14, 2022.
Mr. Rabe explained the topic was on the following agendas to provide recommendations
to Council:
Sustainability Advisory Board – June 6, 2022
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Plan Commission - June 7, 2022
Traffic & Parking Advisory Board –June 14, 2022
He stated that the meetings were recorded and thanked the Oshkosh Media for recording
the Council Workshop and the Public Information Meeting that the DOT held virtually
and they were available on the Oshkosh Media YouTube Channel. He explained that the
DOT representative would be attending the June 14, 2022 Common Council Meeting. He
stated that there had been newsletter articles each week prior the June 14, 2022 Council
Meeting that stated if citizens had any comments or recommendations to email those to
the City Manager which would be included for Council to review.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked if staff had been in contact with property owners that
would be directly impacted by the potential bridge recommendation.
Mr. Rabe explained that Mr. Rohloff had spoken with one of the property owners and Kelly
Nieforth had been in communication with the other.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked if the property owners had recommendations/comments
to include those in the agenda packet as well.
Kelly Nieforth, Director Community Development, stated that communications were
made to all of the property owners.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer mentioned the following workshops:
June 14th Fire Facilities Study (5:00 p.m.)
Mr. Fitzpatrick explained the Fire Facilities Study would be a workshop prior the meeting
to discuss the outcome of the consultant’s findings.
June 14th City Facilities Study (During Meeting)
Mr. Fitzpatrick stated that the overall plan would include financial forecasting.
July 6th Budget Workshop (5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
July 12th Strategic Planning Workshop (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / Culver Center) had
changed to Oshkosh Corporation.
Mayor Palmeri asked about the change in venue.
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Mr. Fitzpatrick explained the change was due to cost of the Culver Center and size of the
room.
Mayor Palmeri explained the youth (High School) position applications were available
online. She mentioned that the positions were non-voting with a one year term.
COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS
Report of Council Liaison for Boards & Commissions
Council Member Wojciechowski encouraged citizens who were interest in the Diversity,
Equity and Inclusion Committee to submit an application.
Council Member Erickson
Transit Advisory
Overall bus ridership had increased
Student ridership had continued to see increase demand
Mayor Palmeri
Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
BikeOsh Event was a success
Council Member Wojciechowski stated that the Hmong National Memorial Day
Celebration was May 28 – May 29, 2022 at Winnebago County Community Park.
CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS
Mr. Fitzpatrick stated the outstanding issues were provided within the Council packet.
MOTION: ADJOURN (Ford; second, Wojciechowski)
CARRIED: VOICE VOTE
The meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m.
JESSI L. BALCOM
CITY CLERK