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RDA Minutes June 15, 2005 Page 1 CITY OF OSHKOSH REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES June 15, 2005 4:00 PM PRESENT: John Bermingham Jr., William Castle, Steve Hintz, Sheldon Lasky, John
Ruppenthal EXCUSED: Tom Belter, Robert Pung STAFF: Jackson Kinney, Executive Director /Director of Community Development; Darryn Burich, Director of Planning Services; Susan Kepplinger
and Kristi Bales, Principal Planners; Darlene Brandt, Recording Secretary The meeting was called to order at 4:00 PM by Chairman Ruppenthal. Approval of Consent Agenda Motion by Bermingham,
seconded by Castle, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Motion carried by voice vote. Res. 05-09 Approve Modification #1 /South Shore Redevelopment Area Mr. Kinney noted the
City of Oshkosh Common Council approved the original South Shore Redevelopment Area in 2003. City staff is now recommending that the Redevelopment Area be expanded to include three areas.
The first area encompasses the Pioneer Inn property. By including this property, the City can take a more proactive role in providing assistance for any waterfront walkway and related
improvements that may be deemed mutually beneficial in that area. The second area includes the Miles Kimball property on W. 8th Ave., as well as properties on the west side of the 900
block of S. Main Street. The Miles Kimball property is being donated to the City and the 900 block properties are being included to allow the City to work with property owners in rehabilitating
and preserving several buildings with strong architectural character that should be preserved. The third area includes properties along W. 4th Ave. to the Fox River, as well as a portion
of the Jeld-Wen property along the riverfront. With regard to the Jeld-Wen property, City staff is recommending only the riverfront portion of the property be included in the Redevelopment
Area for a proposed riverwalk area. The Boat Works property, which is also being donated to the City, and a parcel leased by the City are proposed for inclusion within the Redevelopment
Area as well. Also within this area, on the south side of W. 4th Ave., are several residential structures. Based on comments received at an open house that was held on May 26th at the
Seniors Center, these property owners do not want to relocate so staff is recommending a rehabilitation based program be considered for the majority of these residential properties.
Acquisition of properties could still occur as would be necessary, but staff is recommending a rehab process versus an acquisition process. Mr. Kinney noted that one key element for
all riverfront development is a looped recreational trail with riverwalk improvements. With regard to a timetable, the overall development will take years to develop. Mr. Leo Chantelois,
443 W. 4th Ave., stated he has lived in this area for 11 years and he would like to see a boat launch where the City garage currently is and a new marina and park on the Boat Works property.
He felt that any apartments or condos should stay on the north side of the River, or on the the Jeld-Wen property. The residents of 4th Ave. should be able to enjoy the riverfront.
RDA Minutes June 15, 2005 Page 2 Mr. Kinney stated no redevelopment guidelines have been established for the area yet. However, the 4th Ave. residents have not had access to the riverfront
previously and as a result of the redevelopment project, there should be enhanced opportunities for access – most directly through the proposed trail. Mr. Ken Voss, 507 W. 4th Ave.,
stated he built his house in 1970. It is his understanding that if the property owners keep everything up to date and maintained, there should not be a problem keeping their homes. Mr.
Kinney stated that is correct. Mr. Dave Kinderman, owner of 603 and 607 S. Main St., questioned why his properties were “highlighted” on maps 2 and 3? Mr. Burich replied map 2 shows
the existing land use of properties within the area and Map 3 shows the existing zonings. The proposed expansion areas are a darker shade so as to make them easier to identify from the
original boundaries. Mr. Marty Goryl, 408 Michigan St., inquired how would the rehab program be structured --through loans, grants? Mr. Kinney replied no guidelines have been setup at
this time. Once a program is established, staff will probably hold a neighborhood meeting with the residential property owners on 4th Ave. to go over the guidelines and what type of
assistance is available. Mr. Kinney noted that in conjunction with this modification, City staff is working on a tax incremental financing district for this area which will setup the
funding for activities to be carried out. Motion by Hintz to move approval of Res. 05-09 to approve Modification #1 to the South Shore Redevelopment Area. Seconded by Castle. Motion
carried 5-0. Res. 05-10 Determination of Necessity to Acquire Property /41 W. 8th Ave. and Lot on W. 7th Ave. Mr. Kinney stated the properties in question are within the redevelopment
area and the RDA is being asked to determine the necessity of acquiring the Miles Kimball property on W. 8th Ave. and a smaller parcel on W. 7th Ave. previously used as a parking lot.
It was noted that Miles Miles Kimball is donating the parcels in question to the RDA/City. Motion by Bermingham to move approval of Res. 05-10 determining the necessity to acquire the
properties at 41 W. 8th Ave. and a lot on W. 7th Ave. owned by Miles Kimball. Seconded by Lasky. Motion carried 5-0. Res. 05-11 Accept Land /41 W. 8th Ave. and Lot on W. 7th Ave. Motion
by Castle to move approval of Res. 05-11 to accept the properties at 41 W. 8th Ave. and a lot on W. 7th Ave. from Miles Kimball. Seconded by Hintz. Motion carried 5-0. Mr. Kinney noted
that the RDA’s actions today with regard to the Miles Kimball properties at 41 W. 8th Ave. and the lot on W. 7th Ave. are contingent upon Common Council approval of Modification #1 on
June 28th. A motion was made, seconded and unanimously approved to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at approximately 4:28 pm. Respectfully submitted, Jackson R. Kinney Executive Director/Director
of Community Development