HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-206MAY 10, 2011
11 -206 RESOLUTION
(CARRIED 6 -0 LOST LAID OVER WITHDRAWN )
PURPOSE: AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF WATERWAYS COMMISSION
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION FOR CITY CENTER
DOCKS
INITIATED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh hereby requests assistance for the purpose of
developing recreational boating facilities along the north side of the Fox River between
Jackson Street and Main Street; and
WHEREAS, in this action the Common Council has declared its intent to
complete the grant activities described in the application if awarded funds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh will maintain records documenting all grant
activities including expenditures made during grant period; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh has budgeted funds as its match to complete
said project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh requests funds and assistance available from the Wisconsin Department of
Natural Resources under the Waterways Commission Grant Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper City officials are hereby authorized
and directed to act on behalf of the City of Oshkosh to submit an application to the
Wisconsin Waterways Commission for financial assistance, sign documents, and take
necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Oshkosh will comply with State and
Federal rules for the programs; may perform force account work; will maintain the
completed project in an attractive, inviting and safe manner; will keep the facilities open
to the general public during reasonable hours consistent with the type of facility; and will
obtain approval in writing from the Wisconsin Waterways Commission before any
change is made in the use of the project site (if applicable).
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ON THE WATER
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Allen Davis
Community Development Director
DATE: May 5, 2011
RE: Approve Submittal of Waterways Commission Financial Assistance Grant Application
for City Center Docks
BACKGROUND /ANALYSIS
As part of the proposed City Center area riverwalk improvements between Jackson Street and Main
Street, the overall design plan includes: demolition of existing concrete walks, step structures and
bulkheads; replace bulkheads to current elevations; new walkways in central courtyard area and east to
Main Street; 12 ft. wide boardwalk from Jackson Street to the central courtyard area; 4 ft. wide
boardwalk in the center area of the project adjacent to the parking lot; 12 ft. wide boardwalk at the
Park Plaza Hotel; new lighting along the entire section; conduits for communications; and finger piers
for transient boat docking.
It is proposed to apply for a recreational boating facilities grant from the Wisconsin Department of
Natural Resources under the Waterways Commission Grant Program. The grant funds would be
eligible for costs associated with construction of the bulkheads, lighting and transient docks at an
estimated cost of $3.25 million. Grant funds of up to 50% of eligible costs can be applied for. Council
is being asked to authorize submittal of an application for grant funds for this purpose.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are currently budgeted in the 2011 Capital Improvement Program for construction of the first
phase of the City Center riverwalk improvements. Funds to complete the riverwalk and construct the
docks are included in the 2012 Capital Improvement Program.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends applying for financial assistance from the Wisconsin DNR for the City Center area
improvements.
Approved,
City Manager