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MINUTES
December 15, 2009
PRESENT: Megan Lang, Todd Cummings, David Hetzel, Jeff Jahnke, Mike Russell, Melody Wollangk, Jim
Stapel, Kurt Koeppler
EXCUSED: David Sparr, Candace Pearson
STAFF: Maureen Lasky, Jeffrey Nau
OTHERS: Mark Rohloff — City Manager, Rob Kleman - OAEDC, Matt Kroening — OPD, Chris Strong —
Oshkosh Transit
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Megan Lang called the meeting to order and a quorum was declared present.
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 17 MEETING
Mike Russell moved approval of the November 17 minutes as presented. David Hetzel seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
POLICING /TRAFFIC/PARKING ISSUES
Matt Kroening reported parking issues on Market Street in relation to the Grand Opera House renovation.
Possible solutions included limiting parking to one side of the street and opening the alley behind the Opera
House for vehicles to exit Market Street. Director of General Services Jon Urben will be contacted to
coordinate this effort. Mr. Russell voiced concerns about relaxed parking enforcement at the Pearl Street
Parking Lot; several stalls are piled with snow and parking at this location is at a premium.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
Maureen Lasky reported that several year -end items are coming in and will be incorporated into the annual
report to be presented early next year. Vice Chair Lang inquired the status of a recognition item for Susan
Kepplinger and was informed the Board decided at the November meeting that members could recognize Ms.
Kepplinger independently. Jim Stapel moved approval of the financial report. Jeff Jahnke seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
BID MANAGER AND SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
Art City Signs
The Recruitment Fund Grant Committee met on December 11 to discuss and unanimously recommended
approval of a $5,000 grant for the relocation of Art City Signs to 428 N. Main Street. This move will allow the
owner, Joshua Marquardt, to expand and improve visibility for his business. Mike Russell moved for approval
of the $5,000 grant for Art City Signs. Kurt Koeppler seconded the motion which passed 7 -0 -1 with Megan
Lang abstaining.
E.G. Stratt
E.G. Stratt, LLC was previously approved a $4,000 grant for opening a business at 358 City Center. Based on
receipts received by Maureen Lasky, E.G. Stratt qualifies for $1,300 for inventory and equipment purchases.
This item was discussed and recommended for approval by the RFG Committee at its December 11 meeting.
Jim Stapel moved for approval of the $1,300 grant for E.G. Stratt. Melody Wollangk seconded the motion
which passed 7 -0 -1 with Kurt Koeppler abstaining.
DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD
MINUTES
December 15, 2009
2010 Committee
Blue Door Consulting has received materials for preparation of tool kits to assist downtown businesses during
the Main Street Reconstruction. Distribution of the tool kits will take place beginning in January. Mrs. Lasky
has begun conducting interviews for an intern to assist the BID Manager during the 2010 construction as
recommended by Blue Door Consulting. The Oshkosh Northwestern has been contacted to collaborate with the
BID for an ad campaign and provide information/updates to the public during construction.
Marketing Consortium
2009 Holiday is off and running with 480 North Main Street being used for Santa's Headquarters, and free gift
wrapping on weekends. Nutcracker windows are complete in the empty storefronts. Plans and funding has
been secured for expansion of the displays in 2010. Sandy Prunty of AtomicKatz reported that a Christmas
cookie decorating event had a good turnout; however she voiced concerns from the participants about the poor
street and sidewalk conditions after the last snowfall.
2010 Budget
The Oshkosh Common Council approved the 2010 Budget at its November 24 meeting.
Beautification Subcommittee
No items to report.
Parking
The BID and city plan to meet with owners and tenants adjacent to the 400 Block East Parking Lot to provide
information on usage of the new dumpster enclosures. If turnout is low, a follow -up informational letter will be
sent. Contractors will be finalizing construction in the coming weeks with landscaping to be installed in spring
of 2010 under separate contract.
SECURITY CAMERAS FOR OPERA HOUSE SQUARE
The OPD is still exploring options for the monitoring of Opera House Square. They may collaborate with the
owner of Murrays to utilize their camera system.
ITEMS FOR JANUARY, 2010 MEETING
• Future of King Clift Parking Lot
• 400 Block East Parking Lot Follow -up
• Snow removal issues
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Jim Stapel moved the meeting be adjourned. Jeff Jahnke seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jeffrey Nau
Associate Planner
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