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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09.21.2022 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 September 21, 2022 4:00pm City Hall Room 404 I. Roll Call II. Welcome New Member – Todd Hutchison III. Approve May 18, 2022 Minutes IV. 22-06 Approve Offer to Purchase 0 West Custer Avenue; Steven Dubinksi ($10,000.00) V. 22-07 Authorize Transfer of Properties Located at 0 Pioneer Drive and 0 East 7th Avenue to City of Oshkosh VI. 22-08 Approve Determination of Necessity; Establish Fair Market Value; Authorize Purchase; 211 High Avenue ($139,900.00) VII. 22-09 Grant Municipal Easement Located South of Fox River and East of South Main Street VIII. 22-10 Approve Right-of-Way Dedication Located along East 9th Avenue and South Main Street IX. Presentations – 0 West 8th Avenue X. 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 redevelopment of 0 West 8th Avenue pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(e) of the Wisconsin State Statutes where competitive bargaining reasons require a closed session. XI. 22-11 Approve Offer to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue; The Mill on Main, LLC ($1.00) XII. 22-12 Approve Option to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue; Wesenberg Architects ($1.00) XIII. City Housing Study i. 5/24 Council Workshop Update ii. City Staff Implementation Efforts XIV. Potential Future Agenda Items i. Future Plans for Jefferson Street RDA Properties XV. Executive Director’s Report – Next Meeting November 16, 2022 XVI. Other Business XVII. Adjournment __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 1 May 18, 2022 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES May 18, 2022 PRESENT: Lori Palmeri, Thomas Belter, Steve Hintz, Archie Stam, Jack Bermingham EXCUSED: Jason Lasky, Susan Panek STAFF: Kelly Nieforth, Executive Director/Community Development Director; Sean Fitzgerald; Economic Development Specialist, Jason Pausma; Economic Development Services Manager Belter called the meeting to order at 4:00pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes of March 16, 2022 were approved as written. (Hintz, Bermingham) 22-02 Approve Continuing Urban Green Space Use; Southeast Corner of Ida Avenue and Franklin Street Nieforth stated that Neighborhood Associations have worked with RDA to use the lots as urban green space. Annual approvals are required to continue this use. They haven’t had any complaints or issues in terms of lot maintenance. Hintz asked what the usage is. Nieforth replied that it’s a meeting area/parklet. Hintz asked if there was a plastic swimming pool there. Nieforth replied that it’s decorative landscaping. The initial conditional use permit approval is included in the packet. Motion by Stam to approve 22-02. Seconded by Hintz. Motion carried 4-0. 22-03 Approve Continuing Urban Green Space Use; Southeast Corner Central Street and West Parkway Avenue Nieforth stated that this approval is similar to the previous item. Motion by Hintz to approve 22-03. Page 1 __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 2 May 18, 2022 Seconded by Stam. Motion carried 4-0. 22-04 Approve Determination of Necessity; Establish Fair Market Value; Authorize Purchase; 122 West 9th Avenue ($40,000.00) Nieforth stated that all of the vacant parcels surrounding 122 W 9th Avenue are owned by the RDA. The property is located in an RDA land-banking area for future development. RDA first discussed acquiring this property in closed session in August 2021 and there was no interest at that time. Staff have contacted the owners again and they are still interested in selling. The owners do not currently live at the property. Staff recently completed an inspection and a lot of work would need to be done to get it up to code. Chairperson Palmeri joined the meeting at 4:06pm. Fitzgerald stated that when RDA discussed this previously, there was an understanding that the house was in a condition where the RDA might be able to rent it. If that was the case, the RDA questioned why they would be involved. That decision was made without a detailed inspection, which has now taken place. The electrical, plumbing, and HVAC need to be overhauled. The cost to bring it into a habitable condition is in excess of $50,000. The owners have not had success selling the property on their own. Motion by Hintz to approve 22-04. Seconded by Bermingham. Hintz stated that it makes sense to finish the job in terms of clearing the block. He asked if this was something an organization like ADVOCAP could use in the short term for temporary housing. Palmeri stated that there is a local company that does house moving if the property has enough value, so there may be an opportunity to have a presentation about homes that could be moved and reclaimed. Hintz stated that there doesn’t seem to be a hurry to tear it down. Nieforth stated that ADVOCAP leases a home from RDA to the northeast. They recently renewed a three year lease with them. They can see if it’s structurally sound, but there are a lot of items at the house. Pausma replied that they didn’t winterize the pipes and they froze. The property is not habitable based on his experience. He talked with ADVOCAP about it and they are not interested due to the condition of the property. Motion carried 5-0. Page 2 __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 3 May 18, 2022 22-05 Authorize Land Disposition of 512 Otter Avenue to Habitat for Humanity ($1.00) Motion by Stam to approve 22-05. Seconded by Belter. Nieforth stated that Habitat for Humanity is interested in purchasing the lot for a new home. The house has been demolished and it will be planted with grass seed. Pausma stated that it’s in the River East Neighborhood. They are recommending that a garage be included with the reconstruction. Stam asked if they needed to put grass seed in since they will be donating it. Nieforth replied that they put the seed in to meet code and finish the job. Fitzgerald stated that Habitat does not intend to build on it for some time. Pausma replied that Habitat offers two different lots to buyers. Until someone chooses this lot, it will be sitting like this. Habitat just acquired six properties on Grove Street and there is a lot of interest in those. They are expecting this one to sit for a few years. Nieforth replied that Habitat will be maintaining the lot. Belter asked what the setback requirements are. Nieforth replied that they are going to have some challenges and the garage will most likely be in the back. Belter replied that with the road to the garage and the setback from the property line, they’re going to have a 20-foot wide house. Stam replied that it has an alley. Nieforth replied that they will work with them. They will also be discussing with Council how they can encourage more infill lots. Belter asked if there is a city setback requirement that he doesn’t know about. Nieforth replied that she doesn’t know what the setback is for that zoning. It’s probably single family, so she would guess its five feet or less. Motion carried 5-0. EPA Grant Update Page 3 __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 4 May 18, 2022 Fitzgerald provided an update regarding the $300,000 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Hazardous Substances and Petroleum Brownfields Assessment Grant the City received in 2019. Staff were able to utilize the funds for several RDA properties. Palmeri asked if the funding could be used on the community garden sites requiring raised-bed gardens. Nieforth replied that they could use funding for the assessment, but not any remediation. RDA Landbanking Strategy Nieforth summarized RDA’s previous discussions on this item and provided an update for each redevelopment area. Palmeri asked what the options are for the properties west of the RDA-owned properties in the Oshkosh Avenue/Sawyer Street intersection area. Nieforth replied that those four properties are currently for sale. The broker reached out to staff prior to listing the properties. They passed because they don’t technically need it for their project and it was a little more money than they preferred to spend. Stam asked if there was an issue because of the state highway. Nieforth replied that it’s city jurisdiction. Palmeri asked if the thought with Engineering is that somehow these will be straightened out. Nieforth replied that if you asked an engineer, they would recommend acquiring the two properties to the north and having it go straight in so that the access where Rainbow Drive comes onto Oshkosh Avenue would be closed. They want to make sure it’s functional and easy to maneuver through for boat traffic and bikers. Palmeri asked if the old auto shop owner on Jefferson Street has changed their mind about the price. Nieforth replied that she does not believe so. Palmeri asked if there was some interest in the Jefferson Street properties again in the last year. Nieforth replied that they have been showing the property to several people, but they are still waiting on the re-scoring from WHEDA. Palmeri asked if Electronic Industries is open to selling. Page 4 __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 5 May 18, 2022 Nieforth replied that they would be very willing to talk to them. Palmeri replied that she has said this many times, but that block is very blighted. If RDA can consider proposals or put a deadline for development on it so they can consider other uses after the deadline has passed, then RDA should do that. It looks really, really bad. Hintz asked if Pedestrian Arts decided to sell. Nieforth replied that they would be open to discussion, but they have not decided to sell at this time. Palmeri asked how long they have to get the blight cleaned up. Nieforth replied that it can stay as long as there’s no violation from a code perspective. Palmeri replied that maybe RDA and Plan Commission need to have a joint workshop to discuss density. It makes sense, but it becomes a bit of challenge when a third of the population is in this two square mile radius. She asked at what point they should look at spreading some of that density outside of downtown. The Environmental Justice screen tool shows some air quality concerns in that area due to traffic. Maybe there are some other creative things this group can consider in terms of density. Nieforth replied that density will be part of the housing study implementation and she expects RDA to be very involved with that. Palmeri asked what kind of company purchased building. Nieforth replied that Bolt purchased the property. They have a division for modular buildings used for things like COVID testing set up in parking lots or hospitals. Palmeri asked for confirmation that they would not be storing the buildings there. Nieforth replied that staff would not be supportive of that. Palmeri asked about the Morgan site. Nieforth replied that they still don’t know the owners of the property, but she talks with their representative regularly. They are hoping to have more information soon. Palmeri replied that they have a forest growing there. Nieforth replied that they have been talking with them about that exact item. Nieforth asked if RDA has any recommendations or guidance for staff. Page 5 __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 6 May 18, 2022 Belter stated that $5 million of ARPA funds could be used for a really transformative project like buying Pioneer Island and turning into a park. Nieforth replied that they’ve talked with owners of properties that are important in terms of the impact they would have on the community like Pioneer and Morgan. They monitor those closely. Belter replied that he’s thinking of the little downtown plaza in Neenah. Nieforth replied that they continue to engage with the Oshkosh Convention and Visitors’ Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, and Oshkosh Area Community Foundation for projects like that. Palmeri asked if there was a proposal at one point for a partially green plaza or amphitheater around 7th Avenue and South Main Street. Nieforth replied that the old gas station is there and there are hot spots for contamination. They had discussed a pocket park or public market because concrete is a great cap for contamination. Staff present that as an option for people who express interest in the parcel. A lot of remediation would need to take place. Palmeri asked if the destination assessment and plaza discussion have focused on the south side of the river. Nieforth replied that right now they are focused on the north side, but it’s something they are planning for in the future when they have more of a population living and working there. Palmeri replied that if there were something catalytic like Belter suggested, and if things are happening, there are amenities, and there’s access to the Riverwalk, then there might be an opportunity for coalescence there. Belter shared an idea he had for closing off 6th Street between Main and Oregon and putting up some Santa Monica Pier-like arches to welcome people to a little plaza off the Riverwalk. Nieforth replied that those are the sort of ideas they’re working on for place-making. They are excited to see what they can do down there. Palmeri asked about the potential acquisition of Congress Field from the University. Neighbors have long been interested and the University is interested in having a discussion about selling it. There are three Neighborhood Associations surrounding it. She recommended that Nieforth discuss this with the City Manager because it’s a new development, but it’s one of those areas for a potential once in a lifetime development. Palmeri asked if the segment of the Wiouwash Trail that is currently going through the wooded area will be re-routed along the water. She asked what the options are. Page 6 __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 7 May 18, 2022 Nieforth replied that the discussions have stalled a bit with Cummings proposing to purchase the Meriter. They have a few options to get around, but ultimately they would want it on the river. Palmeri asked if Mertier owned that parcel and if they had any interest in disposing of it. Nieforth replied that they own it and they haven’t had any interest in past conversations. Palmeri asked if the little segments throughout the central part of the city owned by the Town of Oshkosh have been discussed in terms of filling those holes. Nieforth replied that they don’t have a boundary agreement with the town. The property owner could choose to annex into the City, but they can’t force them. Everything in the town on the east side of Clairville Road will be coming into the City in March of 2023. The first phase was completed in 2018. Stam stated that he saw someone with their vehicle parked on the bike trail by Rainbow Park. He asked if they needed to have some signage there. Palmeri asked if there used to be a big rock there. Nieforth replied that they have talked about putting a bollard or rock back in now that they have the new trail. She will talk to Parks about it. Palmeri asked if there was any interest or opportunity to go underneath the bridge and boardwalk where the Riverwalk connects with Tribal Heritage trail so that there’s a way for bicycles and pedestrians to cross Hwy 41 instead of going under and boardwalking in by Skipper Bud’s. Nieforth replied that she thinks that option was cost-prohibitive and that the either the Town of Algoma or the Department of Transportation owns the property on the other side of Hwy 41. Hintz stated that he is aware that they have an awful lot of rental housing coming online in our urban area. He asked if they are they trying to anticipate what the possible consequences of this are because there are hundreds of units. Palmeri asked if they were 400 units behind. Nieforth replied that there’s a very low vacancy rate below 2% right now for multi-family units. The developers they’re working with are doing their homework in terms of market analysis. They know there is a need for the units and there are more people who want to have apartments in the central city or by the river. They’re hoping that folks will see this and want to relocate. Developers take the absorption rate into consideration when planning out phases. Palmeri asked what consequences Hintz is concerned about. Page 7 __________________________________ Redevelopment Authority Minutes 8 May 18, 2022 Hintz replied that he’s not necessarily concerned. There are a lot of people coming in and he’s delighted to see it fill up. He asked if they were considering the impact on traffic and if there would be commercial development to support the new units. Nieforth replied that they do take those things into consideration. They do traffic impact analyses with larger developments coming in and work with city departments to see how it would impact city services as a whole. Executive Director’s Report Nieforth provided updates to the RDA. Adjournment There was no further discussion. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:08pm. (Stam, Belter) Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Executive Director Page 8 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 22-06 RESOLUTION (CARRIED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE 0 WEST CUSTER AVENUE; STEVEN DUBINSKI ($10,000.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $10,000.00 submitted by Steven Dubinski, for 0 West Custer Avenue (Parcel ID 1501010100), is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. Page 9 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: Jason Pausma Economic Development Services Manager DATE: September 14, 2022 RE: 22-06 Approve Offer to Purchase 0 West Custer Avenue (Parcel #91501010100); Steven Dubinksi ($10,000.00) BACKGROUND The Redevelopment Authority (RDA) acquired the parcel (formerly 120 West Custer Avenue) in 2013 from Winnebago County. The RDA purchased the property for the amount owed in back taxes ($2,861.22) from the previous owner using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds with the intent of offering the lot to local housing organizations. 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 adjacent property on Custer Avenue. The property does not have records of having water or sanitary sewer laterals extended to the property. FISCAL IMPACT The proposed purchase price of $10,000.00 is based on the fair market value of the lot provided the City Assessor for a vacant lot without utilities. The funds will be made available as CDBG program income for additional projects such as owner-rehabilitation and blight removal. The RDA would no longer have ongoing maintenance costs for grass cutting and snow removal. RECOMMENDATION The Redevelopment Authority approves the offer to purchase 0 West Custer Avenue from Steven Dubinksi for $10,000.00 Respectfully Submitted, Jason Pausma Economic Development Services Manager Page 10 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us CITY OF OSHKOSH REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OFFER TO PURCHASE PROPERTY The City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority owns a number of properties for sale. By filling out and signing this Offer, I am requesting the Redevelopment Authority accept my offer for the property identified. I understand the Redevelopment Authority may accept my offer as presented, or submit a counter offer, or reject the offer. I understand the Redevelopment Authority will make its decision based on what it believes to be the best interests of the City of Oshkosh. Decisions may be based on anything the Redevelopment Authority believes is relevant, including the amount offered and proposed use of the property. The Redevelopment Authority reserves the right to reject all pending offers for a particular property. Date submitted: __________________ Property Address: ______________________________ Tax Parcel Number: _____________________________ Applicant’s name and address: ______________________________________________________ (name to be on deed) ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ If applicant is entity, identify the contact person: ______________________________________________________ Phone number: ______________________________________________________ Email address: ______________________________________________________ Purchase price offer: ______________________________________________________ Proposed use: ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ Project timeline: ______________________________________________________ Identify any special requests: ______________________________________________________ (Purchase is expected to be as-is, cash, as a lump sum) ______________________________________________________ Page 11 CENTRAL ST CENTRAL ST KENTUCKY ST KENTUCKY ST W NEVADA AVW NEVADA AV W CUSTER AVW CUSTER AV BURDICK ST BURDICK ST CENTRAL ST CENTRAL STKK EE NN TTUUCCKKYY SSTT C:\Users\annam\Desktop\2020 Plan Commission Site Plan Map Template.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 8/29/2022 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯0 W CUSTER AVE0 W CUSTER 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. 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For full disclaimer please go towww.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer Page 13 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 22-07 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 0 PIONEER DRIVE AND 0 EAST 7th AVENUE TO CITY OF OSHKOSH BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the transfer of the properties located at 0 Pioneer Drive (Parcel ID Nos. 90301330600 and 90306110000) and a portion of 0 East 7th Avenue (Parcel ID No. 90301330700) from the Redevelopment Authority to the City of Oshkosh for the purposes of combining and creating one lot for the City owned Riverwalk on the east side of South Main Street, is hereby authorized, and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. Page 14 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: September 14, 2022 RE: 22-07 Authorize Transfer of Properties Located at 0 Pioneer Drive and 0 East 7th Avenue to City of Oshkosh BACKGROUND The Redevelopment Authority acquired multiple properties in the Sawdust District along South Main Street, East 7th Avenue, and Pioneer Drive to create a developable site for redevelopment. As part of the redevelopment for the area, Pioneer Drive was vacated and a riverwalk was constructed to be part of the City’s overall Riverwalk system which is maintained by the City’s Park Department. ANALYSIS A CSM has been drafted to combine multiple RDA parcels into one parcel to account for the first phase of the TWall development. In addition to the combined RDA parcels, the Riverwalk has been constructed and three remnant pieces remain along the Riverwalk. In order to clean up the multiple parcels, staff recommends that the remnant RDA parcels be combined with the Riverwalk parcel and be maintained by the City’s Park Department. RECOMMENDATION The Redevelopment Authority authorizes the transfer of the properties located at Pioneer Drive and East 7th Avenue to the City of Oshkosh. Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director Page 15 S MAIN ST S MAIN ST W 9TH AVW 9TH AV S MAIN ST BRIDGE S MAIN ST BRIDGE S MAIN ST S MAIN ST S MAIN ST S MAIN ST S MAIN ST S MAIN ST S MAIN ST S MAIN ST E 8TH AVE 8TH AV E 9TH AVE 9TH AV PIONEER DR PIONEER DR E 10TH AV E 10TH AV E 7TH AVE 7TH AVW 7TH AVW 7TH AV W 6TH AVW 6TH AV W 8TH AVW 8TH AV L:\GIS_Maps\Planning Base Map - For Windows 10.mxd User: jasonp RD A Parcels t o th e City City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, and theCity of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. 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For full disclaimer please go to www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer Printing Date: 9/2/2022 1 in = 168 ft1 in = 0.03 mi¯ 1001020304050607080901001101201301401501601701801902002102202302402502602702802903003105 Feet Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI A B C Page 16 Page 17 Pa g e 1 8 Pa g e 1 9 Pa g e 2 0 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 22-08 RESOLUTION (APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: APPROVE DETERMINATION OF NECESSITY; ESTABLISH FAIR MARKET VALUE; AUTHORIZE PURCHASE; 211 HIGH AVENUE ($139,900.00) WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the citizens of the City of Oshkosh to acquire property to assist in the elimination and prevention of blighting influences and promote urban renewal; and WHEREAS, the property and interest to be acquired includes land and buildings, if any, exclusive of equipment and fixtures both movable and immovable, and is described as: 211 HIGH AVENUE THE WESTERLY ½ OF LOT 4, BLOCK 17, W. W. WRIGHTS 3RD ADDITION, CITY OF OSHKOSH, WINNEBAGO COUNTY, WISCONSIN (TAX #90101410000) NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the Authority certifies that in order for said purpose to be accomplished, it is necessary for the property described above to be acquired. It is further determined by the Authority that acquisition of said property is hereby determined necessary pursuant to the provisions of Chapters 32 and 66 of the Wisconsin Statutes. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the value of the property to be acquired, as described above, is hereby established at $139,000.00. Money for this purpose is appropriated from Account No. 0323-0740-6401-63020 Capital Improvement Project - Scattered Sites. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper Redevelopment Authority officials are authorized and directed to purchase 211 High Avenue in the amount of $139,000.00 plus closing costs, and execute all documents necessary to consummate this transaction. Page 21 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: September 14, 2022 RE: 22-08 Approve Determination of Necessity; Establish Fair Market Value; Authorize Purchase; 211 High Avenue ($139,900.00) BACKGROUND The adopted Imagine Oshkosh Plan identified the block between High Avenue, Division Street, Pearl Avenue and Jackson Street as an “Opportunity Site” that is currently underutilized but would have a significant positive impact in the central city should it be redeveloped. Currently, the City or RDA does not own any properties on the block. ANALYSIS The property being considered consists of multiple living units and was constructed in 1920. In the past, the property has had multiple code violations for zoning, minimum housing, property maintenance and building code violations. The property has been listed for sale on the MLS for over three months. The assessed value of the property is $109,200 and the fair market value of the property is $131,800. The Redevelopment Authority members and City Council have indicated that they support targeted acquisitions in an effort to facilitate redevelopment efforts in the central city. FISCAL IMPACT Scattered Sites CIP funding will be used for acquisition of the property in the amount of $139,900.00 plus closing costs. RECOMMENDATION The Redevelopment Authority approves the determination of necessity, establishes the fair market value, and authorizes the purchase of 211 High Avenue for $139,900.00 plus closing costs. Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director Page 22 206 136 325 319 303 222 338 309 303 322318 310 217 211 215 222 250 135 144 150 300 304 226 227 203 311 136 #1 136 #2 141A141 139A139 132A 132B 132C136A 136B 136C 136D140A 140B 140C 140D 309D 125 221 150 HIGH AV HIGH AV JJAA CCKKSS OONN SS TT ALGOMA BLVD ALGOMA BLVD PEARL AV PEARL AV DIVISION ST DIVISION ST J:\GIS\GIS_Base_Maps\Base Map.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 8/30/2022 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯211 HIGH AVE211 HIGH 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 Page 23 206 136 325 319 303 222 338 309 303 322318 310 217 211 215 222 250 135 144 150 300 304 226 227 203 311 136 #1 136 #2 141A141 139A139 132A 132B 132C136A 136B 136C 136D140A 140B 140C 140D 309D 125 221 150 HIGH AV HIGH AV JJAA CCKKSS OONN SS TT ALGOMA BLVD ALGOMA BLVD PEARL AV PEARL AV DIVISION ST DIVISION ST J:\GIS\GIS_Base_Maps\Base Map.mxd User: annam Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WI Printing Date: 8/30/2022 1 in = 100 ft1 in = 0.02 mi¯211 HIGH AVE211 HIGH 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 Page 24 Page 25 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 22-09 RESOLUTION (APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: GRANT MUNICIPAL EASEMENT LOCATED SOUTH OF FOX RIVER AND EAST OF SOUTH MAIN STREET BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the Redevelopment Authority hereby grants a municipal easement located south of the Fox River and east of South Main Street per the attached, and the proper City officials are authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. 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: September 14, 2022 RE: 22-09 Grant Municipal Easement Located on Redevelopment Authority Property BACKGROUND The City of Oshkosh is requesting a municipal easement over an existing RDA-owned properties located south of the Fox River and east of South Main Street. The subject area is located at the proposed Mill on Main mixed-use development site and unused RDA property east of the development. ANALYSIS The City is requesting a municipal easement to allow for access to existing municipal utilities. The easement will allow for future maintenance and replacements/upgrades of the municipal utilities as needed. In relation to the Mill on Main’s site plan, the easement will be located where no structures other than surface parking and patio area are planned to be located. This will allow for easier access for maintenance and replacement when needed with minimal site disturbance. RECOMMENDATION The Redevelopment Authority recommends the granting of the Municipal Easement located within RDA Property. Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director 60 0 900 920 500 E 9TH AVE 9TH AV E 10TH AV E 10TH AV E 7TH AVE 7TH AV L:\GIS_Maps\Planning Base Map - For Windows 10.mxd User: kellyn M un ic ipa l Ea sem en t City of Oshkosh maps and data are intended to be used for general identification purposes only, and the City of Oshkosh assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Those using the information are responsible for verifying accuracy. For full disclaimer please go to www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/GISdisclaimer Printing Date: 9/13/2022 1 in = 125 ft 1 in = 0.02 mi¯ 1001020304050607080901001101201301401501601701801902002102202305 Feet Prepared by: City of Oshkosh, WIPage 28 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 22-10 RESOLUTION (APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______) PURPOSE: APPROVE RIGHT-OF-WAY DEDICATION LOCATED ALONG EAST 9TH AVENUE AND SOUTH MAIN STREET BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the Redevelopment Authority hereby approves the street right-of-way dedication located along East 9th Avenue and South Main Street. Page 29 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: September 14, 2022 RE: 22-10 Approve Right-of-Way Dedication Located along East 9th Avenue and South Main Street BACKGROUND The City of Oshkosh is requesting right-of-way dedication along East 9th Avenue and South Main Street in order to extend East 9th Avenue to the railroad crossing and widen South Main Street along the east side from East 9th Avenue north to the Fox River. The extension of East 9th Avenue has been included in multiple city plans including Imagine Oshkosh, the Southshore Redevelopment Plan, and the Riverwalk Plan in order to provide a direct route to the Sawdust District and Pioneer Island from Interstate 41 and allow for a riverwalk to be installed along the Fox River. South Main Street is planned to be reconstructed as part of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Connecting Highways Program in the next ten years. Right-of-way needs to be dedicated in order to provide additional amenities along South Main Street such as on-street parking, a terrace, bike lanes, streetscaping, etc. ANALYSIS The right-of-way dedication will allow for infrastructure improvements that will create a safer environment for pedestrians and vehicular traffic along South Main Street and East 9th Avenue. The construction of the East 9th Avenue extension will take place in the Spring of 2023 and the South Main Street reconstruction will take place within the next ten years. FISCAL IMPACT The City borrowed $2.47 million for the extension of East 9th Avenue and will work with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to obtain funding through their Connecting Highways Program on the reconstruction of South Main Street. RECOMMENDATION The Redevelopment Authority approves the right-of-way dedication located along East 9th Avenue and South Main Street. City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director Page 32 Page 33 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 22-11 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE 0 W 8TH AVE; MILL ON MAIN, LLC ($1.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $1.00 submitted by Mill On Main, LLC or its Assigns, for the vacant property located at 0 W 8th Avenue, is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the terms of said purchase agreement shall include, but not be limited to: 1. Approval of the final development plan by the Common Council. 2. Seller will be responsible for the Phase 1 and 2 Site Assessments. Buyer or Developer shall be responsible for the Remedial Action Plan and Material Management Plan as a part of their development plans. 3. If Buyer disturbs the site during due diligence period, Buyer shall be responsible for restoring the site to its current condition. 4. Remove reference to connecting to the adjoining City Riverwalk property. 5. The Purchase Price shall be One Dollar and 00/100 ($1.00). Page 34 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: Jason Pausma Economic Development Services Manager DATE: September 14, 2022 RE: 22-11 Approve Offer to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue; The Mill on Main, LLC ($1.00) BACKGROUND The Redevelopment Authority (RDA) owns the vacant 1.28 acre lot on the west side of South Main Street between West 7th and 8th Avenues. The Mill on Main, LLC has submitted an offer to purchase 0 West 8th Avenue for $1.00. The Mill on Main, LLC is the developer, in association with T. Wall Enterprises Development, LLC, for the three-phased Mill on Main development on the east side of Main Street in the Sawdust District. ANALYSIS The Mill on Main, LLC has requested a 180 day contingency period with the option for 2 sixty (60) day extensions. The developer for the Mill on Main expressed interest in this property for a fourth phase of the Mill on Main project. Any development proposal would need to be approved by the City and be consistent with the development standards of the Sawdust District Master Plan and the City’s Zoning Ordinance. This property is located in the Core and West Transitional Subareas of the Sawdust District. A Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment has been completed at this site. There are multiple environmental issues that must be resolved and remediated for the development of this vacant lot. The environmental issues will take a substantial investment in time and money. FISCAL IMPACT The Mill on Main, LLC has requested that the City remediate all environmental concerns on the site. That cost is unknown at this time. The developer requested TIF assistance for the project which would require an amendment to the TID #43 boundaries. RECOMMENDATION The Redevelopment Authority approves the Offer to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue from The Mill on Main, LLC in the amount of $1.00. Page 35 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us Respectfully Submitted, Jason Pausma Economic Development Services Manager Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 22-12 RESOLUTION (CARRIED________LOST________LAID OVER________WITHDRAWN________) PURPOSE: APPROVE OPTION TO PURCHASE 0 W 8TH AVENUE; WESENBERG ARCHITECTS ($1.00) BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that the offer to purchase in the amount of $1.00 submitted by Wesenberg Architects or its Assigns, for the vacant property located at 0 W 8th Avenue, is hereby accepted and the proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for purposes of same. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the terms of said option agreement shall include, but not be limited to: 1. Approval of the final development plan by the Common Council. 2. Seller will be responsible for the Phase 1 and 2 Site Assessments. Buyer or Developer shall be responsible for the Remedial Action Plan and Material Management Plan as a part of their development plans. 3. If Buyer disturbs the site during due diligence period, Buyer shall be responsible for restoring the site to its current condition. 4. The Purchase Price shall be One Dollar and 00/100 ($1.00). Page 55 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: September 14, 2022 RE: 22-12 Approve Option to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue; Wesenberg Architects ($1.00) BACKGROUND The Redevelopment Authority (RDA) owns a 1.28 acre vacant lot on the west side of South Main Street between 7th and 8th Avenues. Wesenberg Architects has submitted an option to purchase the property for $1.00 for the construction of a 34-unit workforce affordable apartment building. ANALYSIS Wesenberg Architects is requesting a six (6) month option period. Any development proposal would need to be approved by the City and be consistent with the development standards of the Sawdust District Master Plan and the City’s Zoning Ordinance. This property is located in the Core and West Transitional Subareas of the Sawdust District. A Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment has been completed at this site. There are multiple environmental issues that must be resolved and remediated for the development of this vacant lot. The environmental issues will take a substantial investment in time and money. FISCAL IMPACT Wesenberg Architects has requested that the City remediate all environmental concerns on the site. That cost is unknown at this time. The developer also requested an amendment to the TID #43 boundaries and apply 90% of the generated increment of the project toward a development incentive for the developer. RECOMMENDATION The Redevelopment Authority approves the Option to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue from Wesenberg Architects in the amount of $1.00. Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director Page 56 Sept 6, 2022 Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director City of Oshkosh 215 Church Avenue Oshkosh, WI 54901 Re: Proposed Development on 700 block of South Main Street Dear Mrs. Nieforth, As you are aware, our firm has been working on plans for a potential development project on the parcel on the west side of the 700 block of South Main street (Parcel ID: 0300780100). It is our belief that the city would benefit from having a diversity of housing options within that area and thus would propose to construct a 34 unit, workforce affordable apartment building on the parcel. We understand that the proposed parcel is owned by the City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority. It is our understanding that the north east corner of the parcel contains some potential environmental concerns related to a gas station that used to be located there. Consistent with recent agreements with other development firms on parcels adjacent to this, we would request that the RDA provide an option to us that would include either the city or RDA remediating all environmental concerns on site. We would propose a 6 month option period. As many recent projects within our community demonstrate, construction costs continue to rise. To be able to complete this project, yet maintain workforce affordable rental rates, we would also likely be asking the city to amend a recently approved TIF project plan to include this parcel and that that 90% of the increment generated from this project be provided as a development incentive. We would propose a purchase price of $1, again so that we can keep rents affordable. We are excited to continue to work with the RDA and city staff on the development of this project and welcome any questions. Best regards, Chet Wesenberg, AIA Page 57 PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LI NE PROPERTY LINE 52 STALLS +2 HC STALLS 34 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING W 7TH AVENUE W 8TH AVENUE S M A I N S T R E E T BI C Y C L E R A C K GRILLS ISSUE DATE: PROJECT NUMBER This design drawing and detail is the copyrighted property of WESENBERG ARCHITECTS. No part hereof shall be copied, duplicated, distributed, disclosed or made available to anyone without the expressed written consent of WESENBERG ARCHITECTS. FIELD VERIFY ALL GIVEN DATA BEFORE PREPARATION OF SHOP DRAWINGS, CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION. REVISIONS: SHEET NUMBER Pr o p o s e d A d d i t i o n a n d A l t e r a t i o n s f o r : © Wesenberg Architects PRINTED: SET TYPE: PRELIMINARY 8/6/2022 8:14:31 AM AS100 Ow n e r 8/2/2022 2139 Ap a r t m e n t O p t i o n S M a i n St r e e t O s h k o s h , WI PROPOSED SITE PLAN N 1" = 20'-0"1 PROPOSED ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN NO. DESCRIPTION DATE Page 58 SAWDUST LOFTS Page 59 SAWDUST LOFTS Page 60 SAWDUST LOFTS Page 61 SAWDUST LOFTS Page 62 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: September 14, 2022 RE: Executive Director’s Report for September 21, 2022 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. Miles Kimball Building (Northwest corner of S. Main/9th Avenue) The developers have started work on the building and plan to open in 2023. This is later than proposed due to a delay in receiving the elevator. 9th Avenue extension to CN Railroad The 9th Avenue extension and utility undergrounding was approved as part of the CIP for 2022. The project will be constructed in Spring of 2023. Pioneer Drive Riverwalk The Riverwalk is complete except for the light poles. Design work for the remainder of Pioneer Drive will start this fall. 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 the City’s property to the west. City staff are working with the developers, the DNR and the city’s environmental consultant to work on the contamination on the site. 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 the Fall of 2022 or Spring of 2023 dependent on the availability of building supplies. Page 63 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us 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. City staff is working with the Merge developers, Department of Public Works, and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation on the alignment of the Oregon/Jackson Street bridge reconstruction 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. The Common Council approved the creation of TID#42 to help fund the remediation for the development but has not executed a Development Agreement yet. SAWYER STREET/OSHKOSH AVENUE Sawyer Street/Oshkosh Avenue Intersection Reconstruction – The RDA continues to maintain the lots that are planned to be part of the Sawyer Street and Oshkosh Avenue intersection reconstruction once there are enough funds in TID #35. City staff continues to monitor grant opportunities as well to help offset these construction costs as well. JEFFERSON STREET REDEVELOPMENT City staff continue to promote the properties in an effort to attract private investment and have been keeping in contact with adjacent property owners in case they are looking to sell their property. Respectfully Submitted, Kelly Nieforth Community Development Director Page 64