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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
Chairperson
I. Roll Call
II. Approve September 21, 2022 Minutes
III. 22-13 Approve Offer to Purchase 1524 Rush Avenue; Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh Inc. ($18,000.00)
IV. 22-14 Public Hearing: Approve Spot Blight Designation; Accept Donation of Property Located at 916
Mason Street
V. City Strategic Plan
i. City Staff Implementation Efforts
VI. Potential Future Agenda Items
VII. Executive Director’s Report – Next Meeting January 18, 2023
VIII. Other Business
IX. Adjournment
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Redevelopment Authority Minutes 1 September 21, 2022
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES
September 21, 2022
PRESENT: Lori Palmeri, Thomas Belter, Steve Hintz, Archie Stam, Susan Panek, Todd
Hutchison
EXCUSED: Jack Bermingham
STAFF: Kelly Nieforth, Executive Director/Community Development Director; 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 May 18, 2022 were approved as written. (Belter, Stam)
22-06 Approve Offer to Purchase 0 West Custer Avenue; Steven Dubinksi ($10,000.00)
Motion by Hintz to approve 22-06.
Seconded by Stam.
Pausma stated the RDA acquired the vacant lot in 2013 from Winnebago County for $3,000 using
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. It has been vacant for a long time and there
are no utilities. The offer to purchase is from the property owner to the east who proposed a
purchase price of $10,000. The Assessor verified that $10,000 is the fair market value for a property
like this without utilities.
Palmeri asked why the price is $10,000 instead of the typical $5,000 amount.
Nieforth replied when they acquire properties using CDBG funds, they need to sell them at a fair
market value if it’s not for an LMI purpose.
Pausma replied the buyer’s intent is to incorporate it into their property and not build on it.
Stam asked if the city owned the lot next to it.
Nieforth replied it is privately owned.
Motion carried 6-0.
22-07 Authorize Transfer of Properties Located at 0 Pioneer Drive and 0 East 7th Avenue to City
of Oshkosh
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Motion by Belter to approve 22-07.
Seconded by Hintz.
Nieforth stated this is a cleanup of remnant pieces from the multiple parcels RDA owns. They’re
combining parcels now for the Mill on Main project. They need to transfer parcels from RDA to the
City of Oshkosh and the Parks Department will then maintain the parcels moving forward. This
will also go to Council for formal approval.
Motion carried 6-0.
22-08 Approve Determination of Necessity; Establish Fair Market Value; Authorize Purchase;
211 High Avenue ($139,900.00)
Motion by Panek to approve 22-08.
Seconded by Belter.
Nieforth stated the property is located in an area targeted for redevelopment by several city plans.
Staff saw an opportunity to acquire this property with the previous direction from RDA to be more
strategic with their acquisitions. The property has had code violations in the past. It’s the property
right behind the Town Motel on High Avenue.
Palmeri asked how many units are in the building and if it could be rehabilitated for housing.
Nieforth replied there are two units and it would likely be a large investment to rehabilitate the
property.
Hintz asked what other properties are there and how likely it is that those are going to be for sale.
Nieforth replied sometimes it might take twenty years to acquire all the property needed for
redevelopment in an area. She can’t guarantee that the surrounding properties will be for sale in
the near future, but the Bella Cosmetology building along Pearl Avenue is available now. They’ve
had conversations with owners of other properties on Pearl Avenue as well. They don’t get many
opportunities to acquire properties in areas like this.
Hintz asked if the seller has any other opportunities.
Nieforth replied affirmatively.
Stam asked for the listing amount.
Nieforth replied $139,900.
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Palmeri asked if the fair market value is $131,000.
Nieforth replied affirmatively.
Hutchison asked what amount the RDA was offering to purchase the property.
Nieforth replied $139,900. They have acquired properties for less in the past, but she thinks they
should be prepared to offer asking price for properties in opportunity zones.
Hintz asked what they have in mind for future development.
Nieforth replied the Imagine Oshkosh Plan identified the area for mixed-use development.
Palmeri asked for confirmation that they haven’t established a redevelopment plan or area there.
Nieforth replied affirmatively.
Hutchison asked if Nieforth was referring to the entire block as the redevelopment area.
Nieforth replied the whole block is included in the Imagine Oshkosh Plan, but there are other
opportunities for redevelopment in the area.
Hutchison asked if RDA owns any other properties on the block.
Nieforth replied no.
Hintz stated we’re assuming the Town Motel would be there forever though.
Panek asked if they would demolish the building.
Nieforth replied affirmatively, adding there would be an additional cost for asbestos removal and
tipping fees.
Panek asked if the building to the right is a home.
Nieforth replied the first floor is commercial. There might be units on the second floor, but she
would have to check on that.
Belter asked if they could try to offer a lower price. It’s not a $140,000 property with two rentals
and needed repairs trying to get a 10% ROI. He asked if they think someone will buy it for
$140,000.
Nieforth replied they had an offer. She thinks it could be more expensive in the future if the RDA
does not purchase it now.
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Belter replied it has an assessed value of $109,000. He doesn’t know if the price will necessarily go
up with the multiple code violations.
Nieforth replied she would look at the fair market value as they’re on the clock for a revaluation
right now.
Panek asked if they have the money.
Nieforth replied affirmatively.
Palmeri asked how much is in the Scattered Sites account.
Nieforth replied close to $1,000,000.
Panek asked if there is a timeline for using the funds.
Nieforth replied no, but they would like to use it. The balance is higher now because they haven’t
had many acquisitions in the last few years.
Palmeri asked if it is currently rented.
Nieforth replied affirmatively, adding they wouldn’t close on it until the tenants had secured
another place to live.
Hintz asked if any developers have expressed interest in the area.
Nieforth replied they’ve talked with multiple people who have interest.
Hintz asked what type of developments they’re interested in.
Nieforth replied mixed use and commercial. They’ve also talked with people interested in Bella
Cosmetology who need more room.
Belter asked if they are going to scrape the building.
Nieforth replied affirmatively.
Belter asked if RDA would be paying $40 per foot for the dirt.
Nieforth replied affirmatively.
Belter replied it seems a little high.
Nieforth replied staff could go back and renegotiate, but she can’t guarantee anything.
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Palmeri stated it’s not in a redevelopment plan. It’s in the older Imagine Oshkosh Plan, but she is
concerned about the relocation of the existing tenants. It’s an opportunity, but she’s not usually in
favor unless they have a specific vision. It’s also a bit costly.
Panek stated it would make more senses if the RDA owned more property on that block.
Belter replied it would make more sense if it was the final piece and not the first piece.
Nieforth replied they have to start somewhere and this is an area that everyone talks about for
redevelopment. They wanted to take advantage of the opportunity because they don’t come up
very often.
Hutchison asked if they were pursuing the Bella building.
Nieforth replied they haven’t been because there’s been a lot of interest from the market.
Palmeri asked what they’re asking for the Bella property.
Nieforth replied she’s not sure.
Hintz stated he doesn’t think it’s an awful investment, but it’s a long term investment. He
questions whether it’s the best investment of $140,000 right now.
Palmeri replied plus demolition and tipping fees.
Nieforth replied the city would handle the demolition, so it’s just tipping fees.
Hintz replied they’re banking on something happening in the very long term that might come
along.
Nieforth replied that’s what they’ve done in a lot of their redevelopment areas.
Palmeri replied they have a lot of those sitting still with Jefferson Street being one of them.
Hintz replied they need to acquire a lot of property there to redevelop the area and this would
only be the first piece of property.
Palmeri asked if the vacant lot behind it is privately owned.
Nieforth replied affirmatively. The owner also has two properties on Pearl Avenue.
Panek asked if acquiring this property might incentive nearby property owners to sell their
properties to the RDA.
Nieforth replied absolutely.
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Panek asked if that happens regularly.
Pausma replied affirmatively, adding it’s what happened with 122 West 9th Avenue earlier this
year.
Belter stated they’re also establishing a comparable value of around $280,000 for the adjacent lots
which are twice as big, so you’d have between $600,000 and $700,000 for a smallish lot on High
Avenue.
Motion failed 0-6.
22-09 Grant Municipal Easement Located South of Fox River and East of South Main Street
Motion by Stam to approve 22-09.
Seconded by Belter.
Nieforth stated it is in the Sawdust District area. They want to ensure city easements are protected
as they move forward with the Mill on Main development. They need to grant the city an easement
for the municipal utilities.
Motion carried 6-0.
22-10 Approve Right-of-Way Dedication Located along East 9th Avenue and South Main Street
Motion by Belter to approve 22-10.
Seconded by Hintz.
Nieforth stated this is also part of the Mill on Main project. They are dedicating RDA property for
future right-of-way for the extension of East 9th Avenue and also on the east side of South Main
Street as part of the widening of South Main Street. There is a little bit of right-of-way to dedicate
by Sixth Ave and South Main Street by the Riverwalk as well.
Motion carried 6-0.
Presentations – 0 West 8th Avenue
Jake Bunz, T. Wall Enterprises, stated they’re envisioning something similar to the Mill on Main
development for the site. They’re thinking it would be a four or five story multi-family building
with the potential for retail on the first floor with underground parking. The site is 1.4 acres, so
they think they can get 70-90 units on the site with a four or five story structure. They’re flexible in
terms of the design and the type of units. It could be similar to the Mill on Main or they could have
more studio and one bedroom units depending on demand. Putting another building on the other
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side of the street would create an entrance to the Sawdust District to facilitate the urban feel they’re
trying to accomplish. They’re trying to create an environment and appeal around Main Street.
Stam asked about the timeframe.
Bunz replied it really depends. They could fast forward construction if they’re doing more studios
and one bedrooms, but they wouldn’t want to build at the same time as the Mill on Main phases
because they don’t want to saturate the market.
Palmeri asked about the two 60 day extensions.
Bunz replied they put those in as a buffer. They want to make sure they can get plans and
approvals before they take ownership of the property. The same terms were in the Mill on Main
agreement which they actually needed to use for environmental issues.
Belter asked about absorption and demand, how they determine 380 units are needed, and how
their market feasibility study shows that.
Bunz replied they built apartments in Neenah in a similar location last year. They built 71 units
and leased 40% of the units right away in March and 90% three months later. Oshkosh has the
demand for these units, but they don’t want to bring them in all at once because the market won’t
be able to absorb them.
Hutchison asked about the status of the Mill on Main project.
Bunz replied they’re finishing up the site plan review process and construction documents. They’ll
be submitting to the city for reviews and permits.
Hutchison asked if that was just for phase one.
Bunz replied affirmatively.
Hutchison asked how many units that is.
Bunz replied 109 units.
Hutchison asked about how long it would be before phases two and three were completed.
Bunz replied they would be either a year or two years after phase one depending on how many
they lease out.
Hintz asked what their expectations are with regard to tax incremental financing.
Nieforth replied the request is 90% which aligns with what they’re receiving for the east side of
Main Street.
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Tim Hess, 2645 Templeton Place, stated they have a bit of a different approach. They’re trying to
provide workforce affordable units. Their one bedroom would be affordable for someone making
$36,000 per year and their two bedroom would be affordable for someone making $44,000 per year.
It is very similar in design to what they’re proposing at the Boatworks site. They’re hoping that
they can finish Boatworks and then immediately follow with the contractors for this building. It
would be 34 apartments. They appreciate there are some environmental issues there so their site
plan has the parking lot there. It has a park-like feel for the parking on South Main Street because
they know that’s where the issues are. They’re looking at taking on some substantial investors to
move this project forward. They’re asking for six months to figure out if they could make it work
financially and then they would be able to start in the summer.
Belter asked for a definition of workforce affordable versus upper end and lower end.
Hess replied low income is 60%-80% of the median income. Workforce affordable is the next range
of 80%-%120.
Belter asked what the rent would be for a one bedroom.
Hess replied $900 for a one bedroom and $1,100 for a two bedroom.
Palmeri asked if that included utilities.
Hess replied no.
Palmeri stated she appreciates the park design along Main Street with the parking lot. She asked if
the parking lot is for the purpose of capping those environmental issues or if that’s what they feel
is needed for the 34 units.
Wesenberg replied it’s the appropriate amount of parking stalls and they put it over the
contaminated property for that reason. He knows there’s debate over the number of parking stalls
per unit in an urban environment, but this is what they feel comfortable with for this site. It’s a
sweet spot where they’re able to keep their costs in line and make a sellable product with no
underground parking, two stories, and no elevator. He also thinks it will diversify the
neighborhood which is a good thing to do.
Palmeri asked for the square footage for the one and two bedrooms.
Wesenberg replied the one bedrooms were around 650 square feet and the two bedroom were
around 300 square feet.
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 for
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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.
Seconded by Hintz.
Motion carried 6-0.
22-11 Approve Offer to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue; The Mill on Main, LLC ($1.00)
Motion by Belter to approve 22-11.
Seconded by Panek.
Belter stated that Nieforth will follow up as discussed in closed session.
Motion failed 0-5.
22-12 Approve Option to Purchase 0 West 8th Avenue; Wesenberg Architects ($1.00)
Motion by Belter to approve 22-12.
Seconded by Stam.
Palmeri stated that Nieforth will follow up on this as well.
Motion failed 0-5.
City Housing Study
Nieforth stated there was a Council workshop to discuss the implementation of housing study
recommendations. They’re looking at doing some adjustments to their zoning code and housing
programs. They’re also looking at working with Neighborworks to help with rehab an infill
development in the city.
Belter asked if they discussed any subsidies for lower income housing.
Nieforth replied affirmatively, adding they know they’re going to need to partner with other
organizations for that. They’re looking at CDBG and HOME funds for LMI housing.
Belter asked if they could use Scattered Sites for affordable housing.
Nieforth replied they have some limitations on what they can and can use the funding for, but they
know that they desperately need low income housing.
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Palmeri stated she thought they kept tax incremental districts open for an additional year for
affordable housing.
Nieforth replied the extensions fund their housing programs through Healthy Neighborhood
Initiatives (HNI).
Palmeri asked if HNI could fund capital projects.
Nieforth replied they don’t have enough for that, but there will be several districts closing in the
next ten years.
Panek asked if Neighborworks was in the community previously.
Nieforth replied they worked with the Neighborworks out of Racine around ten years ago. It
didn’t go the direction they wanted it to, which is when they setup GO-HNI. They still need an
organization for infill development and rehab. The Green Bay chapter has the capacity to work
with them now.
Potential Future Agenda Items
Palmeri stated she wanted to discuss Jefferson Street because it’s been around ten years since they
began acquiring properties.
Nieforth replied they haven’t had much movement in terms of acquiring more. There is a
developer with multiple properties on Main Street. They have talked with the owner of 664 North
Main Street. The property on the corner of Irving and Jefferson is for sale right now, but the RDA
declined moving forward with that. Neighborworks is very interested in townhouses for the area.
Belter asked if they could do a driveway off of Main Street.
Nieforth replied they’d have to confirm with Public Works.
Palmeri asked if there is forward movement with the owner of Pedestrian Arts.
Nieforth replied she has talked with the owner multiple times. They do live at the property, so
they have concerns about finding a new home.
Executive Director’s Report
Nieforth provided updates to the RDA.
Adjournment
There was no further discussion. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:52pm. (Panek, Belter)
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Respectfully Submitted,
Kelly Nieforth
Executive Director
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REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN
NOVEMBER 16, 2022 22-13 RESOLUTION
(CARRIED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______)
PURPOSE: APPROVE OFFER TO PURCHASE 1524 RUSH AVENUE;
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF OSHKOSH INC. ($18,000.00)
BE IT RESOLVED by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh that
the offer to purchase in the amount of $18,000.00 submitted by Habitat for Humanity of
Oshkosh Inc. for 1524 Rush Avenue (Parcel ID 1609410000), is hereby accepted and the
proper officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents
necessary for purposes of same.
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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: November 9, 2022
RE: 22-13 Approve Offer to Purchase 1524 Rush Avenue; Habitat for Humanity of
Oshkosh Inc. ($18,000.00)
BACKGROUND
The Redevelopment Authority acquired 1524 Rush Avenue in 2018 for $22,000.00 using
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. A house fire damaged the interior of the
home and the intent was sell the property to a qualified, owner-occupied buyer after completing
rehabilitation of the property. Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh Inc. is now offering to purchase
the property for $18,000.00.
ANALYSIS
Habitat for Humanity approached staff regarding the possible acquisition of the parcel, offering
to pay $18,000.00 for the parcel to construct a new single family affordable house. This property
would also be eligible for funding assistance to off-set the costs of the single family home
through the New Homes in Our Neighborhoods Program. Staff will retain final site plan
approval and architectural design approval of the proposed new home. Staff recommends that
the sale be conditioned on the construction of a garage by Habitat for Humanity.
FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed purchase price of $18,000.00 is less than the estimated fair market value of
$29,300.00. The purchase price is allowable under CDBG guidelines because Habitat for
Humanity will sell the lot to low income individuals. 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.
Upon completion of a new single family residence by Habitat for Humanity, the property value
would significantly increase and the tax exempt status would be removed.
RECOMMENDATION
The Redevelopment Authority approves the offer to purchase 1524 Rush Avenue from Habitat
for Humanity of Oshkosh Inc. for $18,000.00.
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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
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REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN
NOVEMBER 16, 2022 22-14 RESOLUTION
(APPROVED_______LOST_______LAID OVER_______WITHDRAWN_______)
PURPOSE: APPROVE SPOT BLIGHT DESIGNATION; ACCEPT DONATION
OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 916 MASON STREET
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 916 Mason 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 generously offered to donate the property located at
916 Mason Street to the Redevelopment Authority, and said property is not within a
designated redevelopment area.
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.
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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 Redevelopment Authority officials
are authorized and directed to accept said property donation/conveyance of land and to
execute all documents necessary to consummate said transaction.
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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: November 9, 2022
RE: 22-14 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Accept Donation of Property Located at
916 Mason Street
BACKGROUND
The owner of 916 Mason Street approached staff through her attorney to see if the
Redevelopment Authority (RDA) would consider accepting the property as a donation. The
home is currently vacated and abandoned. Due to the dilapidated and deteriorated condition of
the home, the property currently has a raze order from the City of Oshkosh.
ANALYSIS
The property owner has agreed to deed the property to the RDA. In consideration for the
donated property, the current owner would not be responsible for unpaid taxes, water and
sewer bills, or costs associated with razing the home.
FISCAL IMPACT
In exchange for the donated property, the RDA would be responsible for the past due property
taxes, and costs associated with razing the home and abandoning a well on the site. There are
approximately $9,000 of back taxes from 2020 and 2021. Asbestos removal, well abandonment,
and demolition would likely cost another $10,000 to $20,000. Community Development Block
Grant funds are available and programmed for this type of blight removal/redevelopment
project (Account number 0303-0740-6412-16917).
RECOMMENDATION
The Redevelopment Authority approves the spot blight designation and accepts the donation
of the property located at 916 Mason Street.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jason Pausma
Economic Development Services Manager
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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 9, 2022
RE: Executive Director’s Report for November 16, 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 the
Pioneer Drive area riverwalk will start this winter.
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 on their proposed development. A
VPLE application and Remedial Action Plan was recently submitted to the WDNR for review.
These are the final steps to receive approval to start work from a contamination aspect. The
developer has received their zoning approvals and will be submitting their building plans to the
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City in the near future. The developer proposes to start construction on Phase 1 in the Spring of
2023.
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
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Number Address Notes Type/Location Status Project #Parcel ID Zoned Acreage Acq. Price Acq. Year Funds Used Approval Sale Price Potential Re-Use
0 7th Ave W Parking lot next to Slades/E of 117 7th Ave South Shore Vacant 72006 90300650000 UMU 0.1033 DONATED 2015 DONATED RDA 15-10 $ 8,700.00
347 7th Ave W Scattered Vacant 72008 90902760000 TR-10 0.1033 24,600.00$ 2013 Scattered Sites 13-139 12,000.00$ Slum & Blight Removal; Residential
0 8th Ave E Formerly 1 E 8th Ave South Shore Vacant 75010 90301550200 RMU 2.5933 785,000.00$ 2009 State Land Trust Loan RDA 09-18 Redevelopment of Pioneer Dr and 43 E. 7th Ave
0 8th Ave W Formerly 137 W 8th Ave South Shore Vacant 71003 90301010000 CMU 0.1033 26,500.00$ 2005 CDBG RDA 05-03 8,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
0 8th Ave W Formerly 123 W 8th Ave South Shore Vacant 71005 90301040000 TR-10 0.1 45,000.00$ 2012 CDBG RDA 12-07 8,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
117 8th Ave W South Shore Vacant 71006 90301050000 TR-10 0.1033 60,000.00$ 2017 CDBG 17-493 8,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
0 8th Ave W Formerly 107 W 8th Ave South Shore Vacant 71007 90301070000 TR-10 0.1033 45,000.00$ 2012 CDBG RDA 12-06 8,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
113 8th Ave W South Shore Vacant 72007 90301060000 TR-10 0.1033 31,750.00$ 2013 TIF 20 13-308 8,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
0 8th Ave W Formerly 30 W 8th Ave South Shore Vacant 75008 90300780100 UMU-PD 1.281 -$ 2004 RDA 04-06
0 9th Ave W Formerly 136 W 9th Ave South Shore Vacant 71008 90301100000 TR-10 0.1033 33,000.00$ 2012 CDBG 12-449 6,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
132 9th Ave W South Shore Vacant 71009 90301110000 TR-10 0.1033 35,000.00$ 2017 CDBG 17-492 6,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
0 9th Ave W Formerly 126 W 9th Ave South Shore Vacant 71010 90301120000 TR-10 0.1033 25,500.00$ 2003 CDBG RDA 03-11 6,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
112 9th Ave W South Shore Vacant 71011 90301150000 TR-10 0.0971 49,667.20$ 2019 CDBG 19-38 6,700.00$ Acquired for larger redevelopment of block
857 9th Ave W Scattered Vacant 71024 91302510000 SR-9 21,000.00$ 2019 CDBG 19-202 12,600.00$ Single Family Residential
611 9th Ave W Scattered Vacant 71025 91303360000 SR-9 0.1894 24,440.00$ 2019 CDBG 19-296 13,200.00$ Single Family Residential
122 9th Ave W Scattered 72018 90301130000 TRI-10 0.1033 40,000.00$ 2022 Scattered Sites 22-212 Land banking for South Shore
600 Block Jefferson St 8 lots combined into Redevelopment site Scattered Vacant 71029 0402280000/0402310000/0402320000/0402330000/0402340000/0402360000/0402370000TR-10-PD 12 Lots 360,000.00$ 2006-2013 CDBG/ Scattered Sites $5,700 each Multi Family Residential; Near East
821 Division St Scattered Vacant 71020 91005380000 TR-10-PD 0.1452 19,000.00$ 2017 CDBG 17-605 14,700.00$ Slum & Blight Removal
421 E Lincoln St Scattered Vacant 71019 91004030100 TR-10-PD 0.091318 1,300.00$ 2011 CDBG RDA 11-02 8,400.00$ Slum & Blight Removal; Residential
0 Franklin St Formerly 628 Franklin Scattered Vacant 75011 90703510000 TR-10-PD 0.1354 12,000.00$ 2012 Great Neighborhoods 12-450 11,800.00$
1122 High Ave Scattered Vacant 71018 90507280000 TR-10 0.1669 DONATED 2019 DONATED 19-519 18,200.00$ Single Family Residential
0 High Ave Formerly 405 High Ave Marion/Pearl Redev Vacant 75002 90102840000 UMU-UTO 0.1584 170,174.00$ 2005 RDA 05-13
0 High Ave Formerly 401 High Ave Marion/Pearl Redev Vacant 75003 90102850000 UMU-UTO 0.1302 99,900.00$ 2005 RDA 05-02
0 Jackson St Formerly 203 Jackson Street Marion/Pearl Redev Vacant 75004 90102860000 UMU-PD-UTO 0.2771 300,000.00$ 2007 TIF 13 RDA 07-08
2332 Jefferson St Scattered Vacant 71027 91517140000 SR-9 0.157187 12,432.00$ 2014 CDBG 14-07 17,700.00$ Slum & Blight Removal; Residential
710 Main Former Rec Lanes South Shore Vacant 71030 90301420000 RMU-RFO 0.1469 199,000.00$ 2016 CDBG 16-551 Redevelopment of Pioneer Dr and 43 E. 7th Ave
706 Main Former Lueck's South Shore Vacant 72012 90301380000 RMU-RFO 0.6636 911,574.03$ 2020 TIF 20 20-102 Redevelopment of Pioneer Dr and 43 E. 7th Ave
1004 Main S Former Serwas facility Scattered vacant 72010 90302600000 HI 0.3344 118,667.57$ 2020 Scattered Sites 20-121 $33,000 est.Future Redevelopment
716 Main St S South Shore Vacant 71031 90301490000 RMU-RFO 0.0459 60,000.00$ 2016 CDBG 16-550 Redevelopment of Pioneer Dr and 43 E. 7th Ave
0 Marion Rd Formerly 449 Marion Rd Marion/Pearl Redev Vacant 75005 90102260200 RMU-PD-RFO 0.5794 1.00$ 2006 RDA 06-06
0 Marion Rd Formerly 449 Marion Rd Marion/Pearl Redev Vacant 75006 90102270000 RMU-PD-RFO 0.0574 1.00$ 2006 RDA 06-06
300 Merritt Ave Corner of Merritt & Madison Scattered Vacant 71012 90401520000 TR-10-PD 0.12245 28,200.00$ 2016 CDBG 16-119 10,000.00$ Slum & Blight Removal; Residential/Near East
653 Mt. Vernon Scattered Vacant 71014 90402580000 TR-10-PD 0.0909 18,000.00$ 2019 CDBG 19-297 6,500.00$ Single Family Residential
668 N Main Former Liquid Supply Scattered Vacant 71001 90402300000 UMU 0.0826 43,063.13$ 2020 CDBG 20-376 Future Redevelopment
1210/1212 Oregon St Residential/Commerical Scattered Vacant 72009 90303280000 CMU 0.1148 50,000.00$ 2014 Scattered Sites 14-327 12,000.00$ Slum & Blight Removal; Residential/Commercial
1202 Oshkosh Ave Intersection Reconstruction Osh/Sawyer Intersect NO SALE 72001 91600300000 UMU 0.1596 175,000.00$ 2018 CIP/Scattered Sites 18-122 Public Right-of-Way
0 Oshkosh Ave Formerly 1208 Oshkosh Ave Osh/Sawyer Intersect NO SALE 72013 91600310000 UMU 0.26822 49,000.00$ 2015 Scattered Sites 15-355 Public Right-of-Way
0 Oshkosh Ave Formerly 1212 Oshkosh Ave Osh/Sawyer Intersect NO SALE 72014 91600320000 UMU 0.091 40,000.00$ 2014 Scattered Sites RDA 14-21 Public Right-of-Way
0 Oshkosh Ave
Formerly 1218 Oshkosh Ave
Oshkosh Ave/Sawyer St Intersection
Reconstruction Osh/Sawyer Intersect NO SALE 72015 91600340000 UMU 0.1802 150,000.00$ 2016 CIP 16-116 Public Right-of-Way
0 Oshkosh Ave
Formerly 1222 Oshkosh Ave / Sold with
1218 Oshkosh Ave Osh/Sawyer Intersect NO SALE 72016 91600350000 UMU 0.1802 150,000.00$ 2016 CIP 16-116 Public Right-of-Way
422 Otter Ave Scattered Vacant 71002 90200430000 TR-10 0.1331 21,101.57$ 2020 CDBG 20-123 Single Family Residential
0 Pioneer Drive Former Decades Property South Shore Vacant 75001
90301330700/
90301330800 RMU 1.9007 1,500,000.00$ 2019 19-290 Redevelopment of Pioneer Dr and 43 E. 7th Ave
Pioneer Drive Former Railroad Tracks South Shore Vacant 72003
90301330900
90301331000 RMU-RFO 0.01 225,000.00$ 2006 Scattered Sites RDA 06-05 Redevelopment of Pioneer Dr and 43 E. 7th Ave
1415 Rainbow Dr Intersect Reconstruct /Includes bait shop Osh/Sawyer Intersect NO SALE 72002 91600300100 UMU 0.0458 50,000.00$ 2018 CIP 18-122 Public Right-of-Way
1524 Rush Scattered Vacant 71028 91609410000 SR-5 0.25 22,000.00$ 2018 CDBG 18-311 29,300.00$ Single Family Residential
413 Scott Ave Scattered Vacant 71016 90500730000 TR-10-PD 0.07379 10,329.91$ 2020 CDBG 20-464 9,800.00$ Single Family Residential
1014 Wisconsin Scattered Vacant 71017 90501650000 TR-10-PDUTO 0.1102 36,282.34$ 2020 CDBG 20-221 13,300.00$ Single Family Residential
Last Updated 11/02/22
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PROJECT BUDGET ACTUAL ENCUMBR AVAILABLE
63020 - BLIGHT REMOVAL/NEIGHBORHOOD REDEV $776,140.19 $48,072.21 $5,000.00 $719,691.98
Revenue $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
03230740 - PLANNING DIVISION $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
5304 - PROCEEDS FROM ISSUE OF NOTES $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Expense $776,140.19 $48,072.21 $5,000.00 $719,691.98
03230740 - PLANNING DIVISION $776,140.19 $48,072.21 $5,000.00 $719,691.98
6401 - PS - ENGINEER/SURVEY/APPRAISAL $815,142.25 $13,043.71 $5,000.00 $793,722.54
7214 - BUILDINGS & BUILDING IMPRVMTS $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
7470 - TSF TO OTHER ($39,002.06)$35,028.50 $0.00 ($74,030.56)
63021 - GATEWAY IMPROVEMENTS $100,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100,000.00
Expense $100,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100,000.00
03230740 - PLANNING DIVISION $100,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100,000.00
6401 - PS - ENGINEER/SURVEY/APPRAISAL $100,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100,000.00
63070 - SOUTH MAIN ST AQUISITION $500,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500,000.00
Expense $500,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500,000.00
03230740 - PLANNING DIVISION $500,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500,000.00
7216 - LAND IMPROVEMENT $500,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500,000.00
67004 - SOUTH SHORE/SAWDUST DIST REDEV SITE $1,117,612.55 $16,605.64 $18,833.75 $1,082,173.16
Expense $1,117,612.55 $16,605.64 $18,833.75 $1,082,173.16
05341040 - TIF #20 - SOUTH SHORE REDEV $1,117,612.55 $16,605.64 $18,833.75 $1,082,173.16
6401 - PS - ENGINEER/SURVEY/APPRAISAL $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
6417 - 3RD PARTY CONTRACTED SERVICE $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
6455 - UTILITY EXPENSE $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
7216 - LAND IMPROVEMENT $1,117,612.55 $15,086.25 $18,833.75 $1,083,692.55
7470 - TSF TO OTHER $0.00 $1,519.39 $0.00 ($1,519.39)
67005 - GROVE STREET REDEVELOPMENT $499,977.50 $499,977.50 $0.00 $0.00
Expense $499,977.50 $499,977.50 $0.00 $0.00
05221040 - TIF #14 - MERCY MEDICAL CENTER $499,977.50 $499,977.50 $0.00 $0.00
7216 - LAND IMPROVEMENT $499,977.50 $499,977.50 $0.00 $0.00
Grand Total $2,993,730.24 $564,655.35 $23,833.75 $2,401,865.14
CIP PROJECTS/RDA - 2022
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