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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes RDA Minutes 1 October 18, 2006 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY of the City of Oshkosh MINUTES OCTOBER 18, 2006 4:00 pm PRESENT: Thomas Belter, William Castle, Robert Pung, Archie Stam EXCUSED: John Bermingham, Jr., Steve Hintz, Sheldon Lasky STAFF: Jackson Kinney, Executive Director/Director of Community Development; Darlene Brandt, Recording Secretary The meeting was called to order at 4:00 pm by Chairman Pung. Consent Agenda The minutes of September 20, 2006 were presented as written. Treasurer’s Report: None Secretary’s Report: None Motion by Belter. Seconded by Castle.. Motion carried by voice vote. Akcess Acquisition Group/Cherokee Investment Partners Presentation – Marion Road/Pearl Avenue Redevelopment Area The group Akcess Acquisition Group/Cherokee Investment Partners approached the City to discuss the group's interest in becoming involved in Oshkosh's redevelopment efforts in the Marion Road/Pearl Avenue Redevelopment Area. The group consists of representatives from Akcess Acquisition Group, Cherokee Investments, C.D. Smith Construction Company, Somerville Architects, and former Governor Tommy Thompson. Mr. Kinney noted that Tommy Thompson was unable to attend today's meeting due to a conflict in his schedule. The following appeared before the Board: Mr. Tim Rikkers, Akcess Acquisition Group; Mr. Fred Rikkers, Akcess Acquisition Group; Mr. Matt Schockner, Somerville Architects. RDA Minutes 2 October 18, 2006 Mr. T. Rikkers stated he recently moved back to this area from Los Angeles with his family. The Group looked at Oshkosh, liked the urban setting, and responded to the City's request for proposals. Mr. T. Rikkers gave a brief synopsis on the parent group, Cherokee Investments, and projects they have been involved in over the past few years. They envision a mix of uses for the area -grocery store, retail stores, restaurant, housing, hotels, night life, parking, marina, etc. It is proposed to review their proposed development over a 6 month "due diligence period" to see what Oshkosh wants, and needs. This 6 month period would be broken down into 3 phases. The first phase would involve environmental review, estimate development costs, meet with various entities, groups, realtors, and other interested organizations in Oshkosh, coordination of riverwalk plan with City. The second phase would include finalizing engineering and architectural issues, land uses, green space and negotiations with subdevelopers. The third and final phase would look at completing the plan, development schedule, entering into contracts with sub-developers, Plan Commission and Council approvals, and land acquisition by Akcess/Cherokee. Mr. T. Rikkers felt this three phase plan is reliable, comprehensive, and well organized. They plan to use blue chip resources to make sure Oshkosh's needs are met. The river is a major asset to this redevelopment area and Akcess/Cherokee needs to promote that. Mr. F. Rikkers recognizes that another development had been planned for this area that did not materialize. Akcess/Cherokee is asking for a 6 month opportunity to prepare a master plan on how this area could, and should, develop. Former Gov. Thompson is President of the group. If this were not a sincere proposal, Mr. Thompson's name would not be on it, nor would Akcess'. Mr. Belter inquired what is the most favorite part of the redevelopment parcel and the least favorite? Mr. T. Rikkers replied the least favorite is the parking structure. The most favorite is the river. Mr. Belter inquired how much time would be needed to determine what would work in this area? Mr. T. Rikkers replied they would hope in 45-60 days to have a developer signed on and ready to start construction. A marina would be ready to go tomorrow. A grocery store is only a couple of phone calls away. Mr. Pung stated he does not have a problem with a 6 month option with a comprehensive plan as is proposed. If only a percentage is set to go at the end of 6 months, then what? Mr. F. Rikkers stated not all plans may be ready in 6 months, but 3-4 big engines will be ready to go and they continue to work with developers. A citizen questioned if the group was associated with the Indians and whether a casino would be included? Mr. T. Rikkers replied no, there is no connection with the Indians, and a casino is not being considered. Mr. Kinney stated no action is required of the RDA today. However, he felt time is of the essence if we are talking about a 6 month option. Does the RDA want to consider this group or continue to market the site? The RDA should consider a special meeting for next week to answer that question. RDA Minutes 3 October 18, 2006 Discussion ensued. It was the consensus to hold a special meeting on Monday, October 23rd at 4:00 pm. 06-22 Modify Site Plan & Building Elevations; Approve Change in Developer Entity Name – Parcel G, Marion Rd./Pearl Ave. Redevelopment Area Mr. Kinney noted in September the RDA approved a change in construction time frame to December. Mr. Jungbacker is now proposing to eliminate the 1,200 sq. ft. ground floor community room originally proposed to be located between the two apartment buildings and instead add a fourth floor to each building to serve as a community room, fitness center and roof-top patio. This change will create more usable outdoor green space. With the addition of the fourth floor, the roofline will also change. Also, the entity name is proposed to be changed to Dawes Oshkosh LLC, of which Mr. Jungbacker will be the principal party. Motion by Castle. Seconded by Belter. Motion carried 4-0. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 4:50 pm. Respectfully submitted Jackson Kinney Executive Director/Director of Community Development