HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutesDOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES
August 17, 2010
PRESENT: David Sparr, Megan Lang, David Hetzel, Todd Cummings, Jeff Jahnke, Melody Wollangk, Kurt
Koeppler, Sandy Prunty
EXCUSED: Jim Stapel, Mike Russell
STAFF: Maureen Lasky, Jeffrey Nau
OTHERS: Rob Kleman — OAEDC
I - CALL TO ORDER
Chair David Sparr called the meeting to order and a quorum was declared present.
II - MINUTES OF JULY 20 2010 MEETING
There was no discussion on this item. Kurt Koeppler moved for approval of the July 20 minutes as presented.
Melody Wollangk seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
III — POLICING /TRAFFIC /PARKING ISSUES
No one was present from the Oshkosh Police Department to report.
IV — MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
Megan Lang inquired if Blue Door Consulting has been paid in full. BID Manager Lasky responded that they
have been paid in full. Dave Hetzel motioned for approval of the monthly financial report as presented.
Megan Lang seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
V - BID MANAGER AND SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
- The Sherlock Holmes event was held on July 29 during EAA week and had a great turnout.
- The monthly newsletter was sent out and the Facebook page has been updated.
- Planning for the Halloween event has continued.
- The Consortium is looking into having a scarecrow decorating contest and would be put on display
in the downtown.
- The straw bale maze is planned to be larger this year.
- Ms. Lasky has had a lot of contacts in regard to locating businesses downtown.
- The BID has received two applications for the emergency loan program. Advertising for the
program will continue until at least September.
VI — N. MAIN STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
The 400 block east sidewalk construction is beginning and should be completed soon after. Electrical
work is continuing on the 100 thru 300 blocks. The 200 block and 600 block should be paved at the
same time within the next few weeks.
VII — PARKING FINE VALIDATION PROGRAM
This item was laid over until the September meeting.
DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES
August 17, 2010
VIII — RECRUITMENT AND BRANDING
Ms. Lasky reported that the outline for branding will be ready to be sent out for request for proposals
shortly. Discussion followed regarding if the banners, wayfinding signs and kiosks will have the City's
and /or BID's brand incorporated into the overall design. Consensus was that time was critical to get the
new brand "out there" with the completion of the Main Street reconstruction. Additionally, other
aspects of the BID will need to reflect the new brand including advertising of the Downtown and the
Downtown website. Ms. Lasky stated that she will give an update to rebranding at the October BID
Board meeting.
IX — BEAUTIFICATION FOR MAIN STREET
The BID was approved funding of $50,000 from the city which will go towards 15 benches, 15 trash
receptacles, over 60 flower pots and five kiosks. The City has approved sponsorship on the proposed
banners. It is hoped that four sponsors will participate in the banner program. One sponsor has been
confirmed to date. Bike rack selection is continuing. The Beautification Committee is seeking a rack
that serves aesthetics and function. With the major increase in the amount of flower pots, the
beautification budget will be seeing a significant increase in 2011. The proposed cafe ordinance will be
in place for the spring of 2011. If the need arises, temporary use permits can be issued for cafe's not
serving alcohol until ordinances(s) are revised.
X — IDENTIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS FOR AUGUST 17 TH , 2010 MEETING
Parking Fine Validation Program
Saturday's Farmers Market
Main Street Reopening event
XI - ADJOURNMENT
With there being no further business, Jeff Jahnke moved the meeting be adjourned. Jim Stapel seconded the
motion which passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jeffrey Nau
Associate Planner
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