HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-64FEBRUARY 23, 2010 10 -64 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE: APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION
OF A PUBLIC UTILITY STRUCTURE /POWER PLANT BY
UW- OSHKOSH AT 755 DEMPSEY TRAIL
INITIATED BY: UW- OSHKOSH
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Found to be consistent with Section 30 -11(D)
and approved with conditions
BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Oshkosh that a
conditional use permit to construct and operate a public utility structure /power plant,
including but not limited to, fermenting chambers, combined heat and power room,
mixing aisle, waste storage area and an office, per the attached, is hereby approved
with the following conditions:
1) The southern lot line be adjusted as depicted.
2) Landscaping incorporate screening to the south, as approved by the Department
of Community Development.
3) Gravel areas of the development area be restored to vegetative ground cover.
4) No outdoor storage of material, machinery or equipment.
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Darryn Buric$ing
Director of Pl Services
DATE: February 18, 2010
RE: Approve Conditional Use Permit for Construction of a Public Utility Structure/Power
Plant by UW- Oshkosh at 755 Dempsey Trail (Plan Commission Recommends
Approval)
BACKGROUND
The subject two acre area includes the property located at 755 Dempsey Trail as well as approximately
0.8 acres of property currently part of 732 Witzel Avenue. It is zoned M -2 Central Industrial District
and is undeveloped with the exception of gravel areas and a gravel drive. It is located on the south side
of Dempsey Trail across from the sewage treatment plant, west of UW- Oshkosh facilities building
(former Cub Foods) and west of the City Parks Department storage area (former animal shelter).
ANALYSIS
The conditional use request is to construct and operate a 27,000 square foot renewable energy plant
that will convert organic waste material into heat and usable energy. The site development includes
the removal of the existing gravel and construction of the plant including fermenting chambers,
combined heat and power room, mixing aisle, interior material storage area and a small office; a two
stall parking area; a truck staging area; and two access drives from/to Dempsey Trail. Parking stalls
meet zoning ordinance regulations and signage and lighting plans were not yet submitted but are
required to meet code requirements. Landscaping is not required, as this site is situated in the M -2
zoning district, however the Plan Commission recommends landscaping be installed to act as screening
of the structure from the south because of the visibility of the mechanical equipment to the commercial
areas along Witzel Avenue. Stormwater management plans have not yet been finalized but will require
approval by the Department of Public Works during the regular building permit process.
FISCAL IMPACT
None anticipated.
RECOMMENDATION
The Plan Commission approved of this request at its February 16, 2010 meeting.
Approved,
City Manager
ITEM: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A PUBLIC UTILITY
STRUCTURE/POWER PLANT AT 755 DEMPSEY TRAIL
Plan Commission meeting of February 16, 2010
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Bioferm Energy Systems
Owner: UW- Oshkosh Foundation Witzel, LLC
Action(s) Requested:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to construct and operate a renewable energy
plant at 755 Dempsey Trail.
Applicable Ordinance Provisions:
Public and quasi - public utilities are permitted only through conditional use permits in the M -2
Central Industrial Zoning District as regulated in Section 30 -29 (A)(2) of the Zoning Ordinance.
Standards imposed on Conditional Use Permits are located in Section 30 -11 (D) of the Zoning
Ordinance.
Background Information Property Location and Type:
The subject 2 acre area is zoned M -2: Central Industrial District and is undeveloped with the
exception of gravel areas and a gravel drive. It is located on the south side of Dempsey Trail
across the street from the sewage treatment plant and next to UW Oshkosh facilities building and
City Parks Department storage area.
Subject Site
Existing Land Use Zonin
Vacant M-2
Existing Uses
Zonin
North
Sewage Plant (across Dempsey Trail)
M -2
South
Unoccupied former Carwash & Rental center
M -2
East
UWO Facilities Building and remote Parkin Lot
M -2
West
City Parks Department Storage
M -2
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Recommendation
Land Use
10 Year Land Use Recommendation
Commercial
20 Year Land Use Recommendation
Commercial
ANALYSIS
The area included in the conditional use request includes all of the approximately 1 acre property
located at 755 Dempsey Trail (west of the UWO Facilities Building) and as well as approximately
0.8 acres of property currently part of the existing parcel (approximately 60 %) at 732 Witzel
Avenue. These land areas combined as described equate to approximately 1.8 acres of land and
make up the subject site. As part of the conditional use approval, staff recommends that the
property lines between the two parcels be adjusted as depicted. The conditional use request is to
construct and operate a renewable energy plant including fermenting chambers, combined heat and
power room, mixing aisle, waste storage area and an office. This plant will convert organic waste
into usable energy.
Site Plan
Development of the site includes the construction of an approximately 27,000 square foot Energy
Plant. The development also includes a two stall parking area, a truck staging area and parking lot,
two (2) access drives from /to Dempsey Trail. The building footprint will occupy approximately
twenty -nine percent (29 %) of the site, the parking and other impervious surface will occupy twelve
percent (12 %) and the remaining fifty -nine percent (59 %) is open space and setback area.
Proposed placement of improvements, as depicted, will meet the dimensional regulations of the
M -2 Zoning District.
Access /Parking
Access to the development site will be provided by two (2) access drives. One full access drive is
located on the eastern portion of the site and leads to the parking, maneuvering area and to the
overhead door leading into the plant. The second access drive is an egress only drive at the
western portion of the site leading out of the plant via a second overhead door. This access
configuration allows for "flow- through" movements of trucks to enter the plant, unload material
and exit the plant.
Parking spaces are proposed to include two stalls situated on the east side of the building. The two
stalls meet Zoning Ordinance regulations of 1.5 stalls per employee as the use will only have one
part-time plant employee.
Buildings
The plant structure is designed with an extremely gentle sloped gable roof with an overall height of
approximately thirty -six (36) feet. The building is a pre- engineered steel building and the exterior
is proposed to be metal sided. The fagades are utilitarian in nature and include only overhead
doors and access doors on the east and west sides. Concern was expressed over the high visibility
of the multiple pieces of mechanical equipment visible on the exterior of the structure and it is
recommended that landscaping be included on the site to partially screen the structure itself from
the south, which is a commercial area. Little concern was expressed during review about the
appearance of the structure from the north, west and east as the make -up of uses in those areas are
highly industrial themselves.
Lighting & Signage
Signage, lighting and /or photometric plans were not included within the application material and
will be required to meet code requirements.
Landscaping
As this site is situated in the M -2 zoning district, development does not require landscaping or the
submittal of a landscape plan. However, staff wants to point out that much of the site is currently
gravel and recommends that a condition of approval be that the gravel areas of lot be restored to
vegetative ground cover. Additionally, as mentioned above, because of the visibility of the
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mechanical equipment on the south side of the structure to the commercial area along Witzel
Avenue, staff recommends landscaping be installed to act as screening of the structure from the
south.
Stormwater Management
Grading, erosion control and stormwater management plans have not been submitted with the
application. Stormwater management is currently being engineered and staff would like to point
out that grading, erosion control and stormwater management plans will have to be approved by
the Department of Public Works during regular building permit application.
RECOMMENDATION /CONDITIONS
The Department of Community Development recommends findings that the proposed conditional
use permit request is consistent with Section 30 -11(D) of the Zoning Ordinance and be approved
with the following conditions:
1. Southern lot line is adjusted as depicted.
2. Landscaping incorporate screening to the south, as approved by the Department of
Community Development.
3. Gravel areas of development area are restored to vegetative ground cover.
4. No outdoor storage of material, machinery or equipment.
The Plan Commission approved of the conditional use permit as requested with conditions noted.
The following is the Plan Commission's discussion on this item.
Mr. Buck presented the item and reviewed the site and surrounding area, the current land uses in
the area and the site plan for the proposed power plant. He also reviewed the parking, access
drives, and elevations for the subject site as well as the recommended landscaping to be placed on
the southern side of the proposed structure as the recommended condition.
Mr. Monte questioned if the lot line of the current parcel was to be moved to the south to
accommodate this development, how the setbacks will be affected.
Mr. Buck responded that the lot line reconfiguration should not create a conflict as there were no
required setbacks in an M -2 industrial zoning district.
Mr. McHugh arrived at 4:10 pm.
Ms. Lohry inquired where the sludge for the facility would be obtained, how many trucks were
anticipated to be accessing the site on a regular basis, and if the facility would be creating fowl
odors.
Mr. Buck replied that the organic waste would be obtained by UW- Oshkosh to fuel the plant but
he was not aware of the exact source nor did he have information on the number of trucks
accessing the site but the applicant indicated approximately one a day. In reference to the odors
that may be generated from the plant, the City has general code to regulate nuisances such as fowl
odors however the plant was proposing to utilize a filtering system that would mitigate the creation
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of offensive smells. He also commented that the City sewage plant is located across the street
from the site.
Ms. Lohry commented that the proposed structure is not very conducive with the commercial area
on Witzel Avenue as far as aesthetics. Mr. McHugh agreed.
Mr. Buck responded that the structure is an industrial building and was appropriate for the
proposed use and is located in an M -2 industrial zoned area.
Mr. McHugh questioned if the grass and gravel areas were to remain on the site and how that
compares to the code requirements.
Mr. Buck replied that the conditions recommended the graveled areas on the site be restored to
vegetative ground cover after the development is constructed and access drives are required to be
hard surface, by ordinance.
Mr. McHugh also inquired if the City should retain this property for the possibility of future
expansion of the sewage treatment plant.
Mr. Buck responded that the City does not currently own the property where the development is
being proposed.
Mr. McHugh suggested the City acquire the site.
David Patek, Director of Public Works, stated the current treatment plant site has possibilities for
expansion and that the City has retained the property previously used to house the animal shelter
on Dempsey Trail. He further commented that the treatment plant was expanded in the 1990's and
had sufficient capacity to operate for at least 20 years. Discussions have taken place regarding
plans to use additional lands, but without knowing what treatment processes will be available in
the future, no plans for expansion are eminent at this time.
Mr. McHugh commented that since there is not much available property in the area if expansion
was necessary, he felt it was unacceptable to not acquire this property for possible future city use.
Mr. Thorns questioned if there was a reason this project has to be located at the site proposed.
Mr. Buck responded that it was being located next to the University's facility building, met zoning
and is a compatible use.
Mr. Thorns then questioned why staff was recommending landscape screening on only the south
side of the structure and not the other facades.
Mr. Buck replied that the proposed structure is located in an M -2 industrial zoned area, which does
not require landscaping however the south side was proposed for screening as it faces Witzel
Avenue which has become more of a commercial area. All other sides of the proposed structure
are adjacent to other industrial uses.
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Tom Sonnleitner, representing the University, 800 Algoma Boulevard, stated that both the
University and the City can be at the forefront of a movement that will eventually sweep across the
country. These types of power plants are already utilized in both Europe and Asia. The plant will
take dry organic material for fermentation which will be composted inside the building on a
weekly basis. There will only be a few trucks accessing the site per week and the operation will be
enclosed in the structure. It will establish a living, learning facility of renewable energy
infrastructure. He further stated that the reason this site was chosen was because of its close
proximity to the campus and the property was already owned by the University. Students and
faculty will be running the facility and he felt this development was important to both the campus
and the community. It will be the first installation of this type of facility in the United States. He
also commented that the facility would not be processing sludge but would be dealing with dry
product only and that concerns voiced regarding foul odors should not be an issue as any odors
would be contained within the facility as no operations would be functioning outside the structure.
The aesthetics of the structure would be made as pleasing as possible and considering the property
separation between this site and the site located on Witzel Avenue, which may be sold to another
entity, will be shielded from view from Witzel Avenue. They will make every effort to screen the
development from this corridor and the electricity generated will be sold to the grid and the heat
piped to various buildings. The development will be paid for over time and the University is
receiving grants from the government for approximately $700,000 for this facility.
Mr. Hinz inquired if the yard waste to be used for the facility would be picked up from the City's
drop -off site, if companies and individuals would be bringing in waste from other areas, or if
obtaining it from the City's site would be more economically feasible.
Mr. Sonnleitner responded that they are in the process of working with the City on some type of
agreement to obtain the waste material from the City. However, in winter months it may be
necessary to also have arrangements to obtain waste material from farmers to keep the plant
operational. He further commented that the site was not large enough to handle drop offs from
outside individuals and other sources.
Mr. McHugh questioned if there would be a limit on drop offs accepted at the site and if it would
be limited to city residents only or if residents from the surrounding townships would be utilizing
the site as well.
Mr. Sonnleitner reiterated that the site would not be accepting drop offs from individuals but will
be obtaining yard waste from the City's service garage and that they were still in the process of
working out the contract with the City.
Mr. McHugh commented that there are already issues with the odor coming from the current drop
off site by the City garage and questioned how far we should go with this type of activity in this
area.
Mr. Thoms inquired if the proposed plant had some type of features that would prevent odors.
Ryan Novak, Project Manager for Bioferm Energy Systems, 617 N. Segoe Road, Madison,
explained the process of the bio filters used in this system which cleanse odors from the materials
to virtually eliminate any smells from the operation. He further commented that the landscaping
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around the facility would screen its visibility from Witzel Avenue and that the access drives would
be paved.
Ms. Lohry questioned if there was still an odor present, how would it be eliminated.
Mr. Novak further explained the functions of the bio filters and how they handle the odors and also
commented on the restrictions of the DNR that also must be followed for the development of this
type of facility.
Ms. Propp inquired if this was the first plant of this type in Wisconsin.
Mr. Novak responded that it was the first plant in the United States although there are
approximately 30 of these types of power plants already operating in Europe. Mr. Sonnleitner
added that he has visited several of the sites personally.
Mr. Buck asked if it was determined at a later date that the facility was omitting an offensive odor,
could the filters be modified and the situation be improved.
Mr. Novak responded affirmatively.
Michael Lizotte, Sustainability Director for the University, stated that odors from the current city
garage facility are creating issues and the movement of the material from this site to the energy
plant should help to reduce the odors and actually be an improvement to the present situation.
Mr. McHugh commented that he felt that disturbing the piles of compost will cause more issues
with odors from the site.
Mr. Lizotte stated that they would be changing out the compost on a weekly basis and hope to
move the yard waste before it starts to create odors and that this proposal is part of a solution to the
present issues.
Ms. Propp stated that she felt this was an exciting concept and was utilizing proven technology and
she was in favor of the proposal.
Mr. Bowen commented that he did not have an issue with the aesthetics of the structure as it is a
functional use in an M -2 area and it does not necessarily have to be attractive.
Mr. Thoms agreed and stated that the project itself should be applauded. These facilities have
already been operational in Europe and this facility will be utilized for both teaching as well as a
functional use in the community.
Ms. Lohry commented that she supports the efforts and goals of the University but does not
approve of the site's location. She felt it was located too close to residential properties.
Mr. Monte questioned what impact this would have since the Comprehensive Plan recommends
commercial use for this area.
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Mr. Buck replied that as this was an industrial zone, which allows commercial uses. Though the
use is not distinctly commercial, it is not typical heavy industry as there is no outdoor storage,
heavy traffic, etc. so was felt not to be in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Monte then questioned the adjustment to the southern lot line and how it would impact the
commercial use on the lot located on Witzel Avenue.
Mr. Buck responded that it should not negatively impact this property as it would still be large
enough to be a developable commercial lot and the landscape buffering would shield the view of
the industrial site to the north.
Mr. Fojtik commented that based on the current zoning, this was an appropriate use in this area.
He further commented that there were both pubic and private owned lands surrounding this site
and the parcels have evolved into various uses that are both commercial and industrial in nature
and he felt that the proposed power plant fits at this location.
Mr. Hinz stated that he applauded the University for this development as it helps the City with a
functional use for yard waste and is the first facility of this type in the country. He felt that not
only would it serve a functional use but would attract people to the city to view the facility.
Mr. McHugh commented that there was money appropriated in the budget to move the Street
Department facilities to another location which would leave the facility with no immediate source
for material for this project. He further commented that it should be located somewhere else that
would be away from a main drag such as Witzel Avenue as it has the potential to impact the
neighborhood with noise, odors, and traffic problems.
Motion by Nollenberger to approve the conditional use permit for a public utility
structure /power plant at 755 Dempsey Trail as requested with the following conditions:
1. Southern lot line is adjusted as depicted.
2. Landscaping incorporate screening to the south, as approved by the Department of
Community Development.
3. Gravel areas of development area are restored to vegetative ground cover.
4. No outdoor storage of material, machinery or equipment.
Seconded by Bowen. Motion carried 7 -2. Ayes- Bowen /Thoms /FojtiklHinz /Propp /Monte/
Nollenberger. Nays- McHugh/Lohry.
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City of Oshkosh Application
❑ Planned Development Review
O.fHKO,rH ❑ Conditional Use Permit Review
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SUBMIT TO:
Dept. of Community Developmei
215 Church Ave., P.O. Box 1130
Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54903 -1130
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OWNER INFORMATION
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Property Owner Consent: (required)
By signature hereon, I/We acknowledge that City officials and/or employees may, in the performance of their functions, enter upon the
property to inspect or gather other information necessary to process this application. I also understand that all meeting dates are tentative
and may be postponed by the Planning Services Division for incomplete submissions or other administrative reasons.
Property Owner's Signature:
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SITE INFORMATION
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➢ Application fees are due at time of submittal. Make check payable to City of Oshkosh.
➢ Please refer to the fee schedule for appropriate fee. FEE IS NON - REFUNDABLE
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Briefly explain how the proposed conditional use/development plan will not have a negative effect on the issues below.
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SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS - Must accompany the application to be complete.
A NARRATIVE of the proposed conditional use/Development Plan including:
❑ Existing and proposed use of the property
❑ Identification of all structures (including paving, signage, etc.) on the property and discussion of their relation to the project
❑ Projected number of residents, employees, and/or daily customers
❑ Proposed amount of dwelling units, floor area, landscape area, and parking area expressed in square feet and acreage to the
nearest one - hundredth of an acre
❑ Effects on adjoining properties to include: noise, hours of operation, glare, odor, fumes, vibration, etc.
❑ Compatibility of the proposed use with adjacent and other properties in the area.
❑ Traffic generation (anticipated number of customers, deliveries, employee shift changes, etc.)
❑ Any other pertinent information to properly understand the intended use /plan and its relation to nearby properties and the
community as a whole
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A complete SITE PLAN and BUILDING ELEVATIONS must include:
❑ Two (2) full size ( minim um 24" x 36 ") scaled and dimensioned prints of site plan and building elevations
❑ Two (2) 8 '' /z" x 11 ( to 11" x 17" (maximum) reduction of the site plan and building elevations
❑ One compact disc or diskette with digital plans and drawings of the project in AutoCAD 2000 format with fonts and plot style
table file (if plans have been prepared digitally)
❑ Title block that provides all contact information for the petitioner and/or owner and contact information of petitioner's
engineers /surveyors /architects, or other design professionals used in the preparation of the plans
❑ The date of the original plan and revision dates, if applicable
❑ A north arrow and graphic scale.
❑ All property lines and existing and proposed right -of -way lines with dimensions clearly labeled
❑ All required setback and offset lines
❑ All existing and proposed buildings, structures, and paved areas, including building entrances, walks, drives, signs, decks, patios,
fences, walls, etc.
❑ Location of all outdoor storage and refuse disposal areas and the design and materials used for screening
❑ Location and dimension of all on -site parking (and off -site parking provisions if they are to be employed), including a summary
of the number of parking stalls provided per the requirements of Section 30 -36 City of Oshkosh Zoning Ordinance
❑ Location and dimension of all loading and service areas
❑ Location, height, design, illumination power and orientation of all exterior lighting on the property including a photometrics plan
❑ Location of all exterior mechanical equipment and utilities and elevations of proposed screening devices where applicable (i.e.
visible from a public street or residential use or district). Mechanical equipment includes, but is not limited to; HVAC
equipment, electrical transformers and boxes, exhaust flues, plumbing vents, gas regulators, generators, etc.
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VIESMANN Group
Submittal Narrative for the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh Renewable Energy Plant
The University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh (UWO) has contracted with Bioferm Energy Systems ( Bioferm) in Madison,
Wisconsin to build a 27,000 square foot renewable energy plant at 732 Witzel Avenue in Oshkosh, Wisconsin for
the purpose of converting organic waste into energy. The site location is currently undeveloped and located just
west of the current UWO Facilities Office. The site location represents a convenient industrial location, adjacent
to the universities current recycling operation located on the south side of Witzel Avenue.
Please see the conceptual site plan submitted with this narrative for identification of all structures including the
orientation of the plant on the proposed site. The plant includes a flow- through entrance and exit that allows
trucks to enter the plant, unload material, and exit the plant from the opposite end. With an estimated number
of one (1) part-time (15 — 20 hours weekly) plant employee, four (4) parking spaces plus one (1) handicapped
parking space have been included. At the entrance to the plant, visitors will be greeted by a sign that reads
"University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh Renewable Energy Plant ". The plant, itself, includes a number of key,
individual rooms including: fermenting chambers, combined heat and power room, a mixing aisle, waste
storage, and an office. These key areas of the plant are necessary to convert organic waste into heat and /or
energy via a dry fermentation process patented by Bioferm.
The plant includes one -month of on -site storage of organic waste and a twenty -eight (28) day industrial process
timeline that allows for approximately two (2), two -ton truck deliveries per day. A front loader is required to
maneuver waste and will be operational for approximately eight (8) hours per week. As of December 21, 2009,
the total impervious area for the construction of the plant, parking lot, and driveways is approximately 35,000
square feet (0.8 acres).
The overall impact of the plant on the Oshkosh community is highly beneficial to the safety, health, and quality
of life of the local residents. The plant represents a state -of- the -art technology that converts organic waste into
energy and heat which will reduce local landfill accumulated quantities, provide heat and electricity to the local
community at less expensive financial premiums, reduce methane emissions to the atmosphere, and minimize
global warming. The plant's technology is coherent with the drive for a sustainable, green environment that the
Oshkosh community may be proud of. The plant's hours of operation will be continuous and it will be
operational 365 days out of the calendar year. Emissions of organic waste fumes from the plant are reduced by
an organic Biofilter that forces the air through moist wood chips to remove the odor. Noise from delivery trucks
entering and exiting the plant should be anticipated as well as front loader traffic when the mixing aisle doors of
the plant are opened. The front loader will be indoors approximately ninety percent of the time.
The site at 732 Witzel Avenue has been selected as the surrounding area currently provides an industrial and
recycling operation, and the renewable energy plant will currently align with the area's defined recycling
intention. No design or operational intent is above or beyond the current intention for this area. Construction
of the facility is anticipated between the months of March and November of 2010. Traffic and parking on Witzel
Avenue and Dempsey Trail will be affected by parking of construction employees, loading and unloading of
617 N. Segoe Road, PO Box 5408, Madison, WI 53705
Tel. 608.845.2193, Fax 608.845.0482
www.BlofermEnergy.com
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construction materials and equipment, and construction of utilities located beneath roadways. The
approximate maximum number of construction employees on -site during peak construction in the summer and
fail of 2010 is approximately twenty (20) employees per day. Traffic generation, during operation of the facility,
on the other hand, is much less than construction traffic generation and not scoped to be beyond or any
different than the current recycling operation located on Witzel Avenue.
Thank you for your time and consideration. Feel free to contact us for any additional information or questions.
Steve Arndt
Director of Facilities Management
University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh
920 - 424 -3102
Ryan Novak
Construction Manager
Bioferm Energy Systems
608 - 467 -5648
617 N. Segoe Road, PO Box 5408, Madison, WI 53705
Tel. 608.845.2193, Fax 608.845.0482
www.BiofermEnergy.com
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