HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutesPROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN
AUGUST 10, 2022
REGULAR MEETING held Tuesday, August 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers, City Hall.
Mayor Palmeri presided.
PRESENT: Council Members Aaron Wojciechowski, Lynnsey Erickson, Matt
Mugerauer, Courtney Hansen, Bill Miller and Mayor Palmeri
EXCUSED: Council Member Ford
ALSO PRESENT: Mark Rohloff, City Manager; Jessi Balcom, City Clerk; Lynn Lorenson,
City Attorney; and Kelly Nieforth, Director of Community Development
CITIZEN STATEMENTS
There were no citizen statements to Council.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Report of Bills by the Finance Director.
Receipt & Filing of the Oshkosh Public Library Minutes from June 30, 2022.
Receipt & Filing of the Common Council Minutes from July 26, 2022.
Receipt of Claim filed with the City’s Insurance Company:
A) Quality Truck Care Center; Alleged damage to Light Pole by City garbage truck.
Resolution 22-337 Approve Specific Implementation Plan for a Commercial
Development at 580 South Koeller Street (Plan Commission
Recommends Approval).
Resolution 22-338 Approve Initial Resolution for Special Assessments for Asphalt
Pavement, Driveway Aprons, Sanitary Sewer Main and Laterals
(New and Relay), Water Main and Laterals (New and Relay), and
Storm Sewer Main and Laterals (New and Relay) Relating to
Contract No. 23-09
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A) Bradley Street (West 28th Avenue to West Waukau Avenue)
B) West 28th Avenue (100’ west of Bradley Street to 100’ east of
Bradley Street)
C) West Waukau Avenue (100’ west of Bradley Street to 100’ east
of Bradley Street)
Resolution 22-339 Approve CIP Amendment and Cooperative Purchase of IBAK Truck
from EnviroTech Equipment for the Field Operations Division of the
Department of Public Works ($411,652.66).
Resolution 22-340 Award Bid for Public Works Contract No. 22-08 to Vinton
Construction Company, Inc. for North Main Street 300 Block East and
Fire Station 19 Parking Lots construction ($429,929.75).
Resolution 22-341 Approve Purchase of 2022 Palo Alto maintenance agreement from
Heartland Business Systems for IT Division ($32,217.36).
Resolution 22-342 Approve Professional Services Agreement with Red Shoes Inc. for
Marketing and Public Relations Services for GO Transit ($99,000.00).
Resolution 22-343 Approve Appointments to Board/Commission.
Resolution 22-344 Disallowance of Claim by Mai Vang.
Resolution 22-345 Approve Special Class “B” License, & Operator Licenses.
Council Member Wojciechowski pulled resolution 22-343 from the consent agenda.
MOTION: ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA EXCLUDING RESOLUTION 22-343
(Mugerauer; second, Miller)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Mugerauer, Hansen, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolution 22-343 Approve Appointments to Board/Commission.
MOTION: ADOPT (Mugerauer; second, Wojciechowski)
MOTION: DIVIDE INTO: (Wojciechowski; second Mugerauer)
PART A) PLAN COMMISSION
PART B) LONG RANGE FINANCE
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MOTION: PART A) PLAN COMMISSION (Mugerauer; second, Wojciechowski)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Mugerauer, Hansen, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
MOTION: PART B) LONG RANGE FINANCE (Mugerauer; second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (5) Erickson, Mugerauer, Hansen, Miller and Mayor Palmeri
Noe (1) Wojciechowski
ACTION TAKEN ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance 22-346 Amend Section 25-68 of the City of Oshkosh Municipal Code
Pertaining to Snow and Ice Removal
FIRST READING: LAID OVER UNDER THE RULES
Mayor Palmeri asked if the amendment was regarding the salting of the sidewalk by
citizens.
Ms. Nieforth confirmed that was correct. She explained the topic had been discussed by
the Sustainability Advisory Board and clarified there were other options than salt to clear
your sidewalks/driveway.
Council Member Wojciechowski mentioned that during a presentation that language
might need to be updated. He stated the alternative options would assist with damage and
run-off issues. He stated sand and cheese brine were alternatives.
Ms. Nieforth stated sand would be a good alternative to salt and outreach would be begin
once approved to share options.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked about potential increase of risk for the liability.
Ms. Lorenson explained that the amendment did not change the requirement to remove
the ice.
Ordinance 22-347 Amend Various Sections of Chapter 30 Zoning Ordinance (Plan
Commission Recommends Approval).
MOTION: ADOPT (Mugerauer; second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Mugerauer, Hansen, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
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Mayor Palmeri asked for a summary.
Ms. Nieforth explained that the amendment was items that needed to be updated with
trends.
Mark Lyons, Planning Services Manager, stated that several of the changes were
clarifications and new trends that had come up during projects.
Mayor Palmeri asked about native planting plants ordinance.
Mr. Lyons explained the Sustainability Advisory Board would expand our list of native
plantings.
Mayor Palmeri asked about a composting ordinance.
Mr. Lyons stated that was not actively being pursued however staff could review.
Ordinance 22-348 Approve Zone Change from Suburban Mixed Use District (SMU) to
Suburban Mixed Use District with a Planned Development Overlay
(SMU-PD) for Properties Located West of South Washburn Street
(Plan Commission Recommends Approval).
MOTION: ADOPT (Mugerauer; second, Miller)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Mugerauer, Hansen, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
Resolution 22-349 Approve Specific Implementation Plan Amendment for Storage
Buildings Located at 2625 South Washburn Street (Plan Commission
Recommends Approval).
MOTION: ADOPT (Mugerauer; second, Miller)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Mugerauer, Hansen, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
COUNCIL DISCUSSION, DIRECTION TO CITY MANAGER & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Rohloff explained a memo and five requests for funding with American Rescue Plan
Act (ARPA) funds for non-infrastructure purposes. He mentioned that additionally short
and long term goals were provided along with a summary. He stated the information was
provided to Council for feedback in the future.
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Mayor Palmeri asked about the COTS transitional packet not being complete and the Boys
and Girls Club assisting with the expansion.
Mr. Rohloff stated the application provided in the packet was for the Boys and Girls Club
Capital Program however the organization would be submitting an application regarding
the Runaway Youth Program. He explained the request was for $2.5 million for their
capital project and his recommendation was $1 million.
Ms. Nieforth mentioned the potential of other resources such as Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) to assist with the Runway Youth Program funding.
Mr. Rohloff explained that Ms. Nieforth had attended each meeting to discuss other
alternative options for funding if the request did not fit for ARPA funds.
Mayor Palmeri asked if the application questions need to be completed.
Mr. Rohloff stated he would request more clarity regarding specific data needed to
complete the application.
Mayor Palmeri asked about the COTS program intake process and building agreement.
Mr. Rohloff explained he would request more information from the applicant. He stated
the building was being purchased by the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation and the
rent charged would keep up the building. He explained that COTS did require rent
payments.
Council Member Miller stated he supported the COTS application to provide housing for
the homeless. He asked what the recommended percentage of the request was being
funded for the Boys and Girls Club.
Mr. Rohloff explained 40% funding recommendation.
Council Member Miller suggested to take a deeper look at the funding for the Boys and
Girls Club. He explained the organization provides a variety of services to the community
and has never requested funding from the City.
Mayor Palmeri asked if Council Member Miller was on the Board of Directors.
Council Member Miller stated he was not. He recommended to increase the funding.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked if the financial need was still necessary with each of the
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organizations.
Mr. Rohloff explained that he had asked the applicants if they had secured other funding
sources for their needs and the recommended applicants confirmed the need was still
valid.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer asked if the intent was to not support operational needs due to
a void the funding would leave.
Mr. Rohloff stated ADVOCAP would move from program to program which would
eliminate the program. He explained they would assist with the Tiny Homes Project to
provide services. He stated the funding would bridge a gap.
Council Member Miller stated the ADVOCAP funding would assist with direct assistance
that was already taking place.
Mr. Rohloff stated leveraging ARPA funds would assist to provide resources.
Council Member Miller asked if there was funding that was unable to get out to the citizens
in need due to awareness and staffing.
Mr. Rohloff confirmed.
Council Member Miller stated he supported.
Council Member Erickson explained one of the issues was citizens were hitting the
maximum assistance for funding.
Mayor Palmeri mentioned Council had suggested to provide 75% non-infrastructure and
the other 25% would assist direct assistance to households. She stated her appreciation for
the selected applicants.
Mayor Palmeri mentioned the virtual options for meetings.
Mr. Rohloff explained he added the topic as a place marker and mentioned that staff was
not ready to present any options to recommend to Council. He stated that the joint meeting
with the Oshkosh Area School District (OASD) Board and Oshkosh City Council would be
held on Thursday, October 27 at 5:00 p.m. District Administration Office. He mentioned
the topics would be relating to bussing, athletic facilities and museum education program.
He asked if Council had any recommendations to let his office know.
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Mayor Palmeri asked to receive items on the agenda prior to the meeting.
Deputy Mayor Mugerauer stated the intention of the meeting should be productive.
Mr. Rohloff explained the topics should allow for participation.
Mr. Rohloff explained the 2021 audit presentation would be given at the September 13,
2022 Council Meeting at the beginning of the meeting.
Mr. Rohloff explained the upcoming workshop:
Clearwell Workshop on August 23, 2022 Council Meeting at 5:00 p.m.
2nd Budget Workshop on August 30th Room 404, City Hall at 5:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS
Report of Council Liaison for Boards & Commissions
Council Member Miller
Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau
EAA numbers and revenue had increased
Mayor Palmeri
Advisory Parks Board
Visited Parks
Council Member Hansen
Traffic & Parking Advisory Board
Discussed South Main into one lane each way
CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS
Mr. Rohloff explained the Parks Department would be down until 1 p.m. on Thursday,
August 11, 2022.
Mr. Rohloff stated an amendment with POLCO for Additional Survey and Benchmarking
Services ($24,736.00) which would provide information on the national survey to
benchmark. He explained new features that would be provided.
Mr. Rohloff stated the outstanding issues were provided within the Council packet.
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Mr. Rohloff explained the lifeline rates were submitted to the PSC and awaiting feedback.
Mayor Palmeri asked about the timeline for a public discussion regarding the fee to replace
special assessments.
MOTION: CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS THE MID-YEAR
REVIEW OF THE CITY MANAGER AN EMPLOYEE OVER
WHICH THE COMMON COUNCIL HAS JURISDICTION &
EXERCISES RESPONSIBILITY PURSUANT TO SECTION
19.85(1)(C) OF THE WISCONSIN STATE STATUTES (Mugerauer;
second, Erickson)
CARRIED: Ayes (6) Wojciechowski, Erickson, Mugerauer, Hansen, Miller and
Mayor Palmeri
MOTION: ADJOURN (Mugerauer; second, Erickson)
CARRIED: VOICE VOTE
The meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m.
JESSI L. BALCOM
CITY CLERK