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__________________________________ 6-15-11 RDA Minutes 1 Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh Minutes June 15, 2011 PRESENT: John Bermingham, Steve Hintz, Jason Lasky, Ben
Schneider, Thomas Belter, Archie Stam, Burk Tower STAFF: Allen Davis, Director of Community Development; Darryn Burich, Planning Director; Darlene Brandt, Recording Secretary Chairman
Belter called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes of May 18, 2011 were approved as distributed (Bermingham/Stam). Res. 11-04
Approve Determination of Necessity; Establish Fair Market Value; Authorize Purchase /512-514 Grand Street Mr. Burich gave a synopsis of the various activities that have taken place in
the Near East Neighborhood --properties acquired, properties sold and new homes constructed, properties rehabbed. The property in question is non-conforming in that it contains two houses
on one lot. The property is assessed at $30,600. The owner approached staff about retaining a 4 or 6 foot strip to create a driveway for the property at 418 Merritt Avenue, which is
also owned by the same property owner. Motion by Hintz to move Res. 11-04. Seconded by Bermingham. Mr. Bermingham inquired if an easement or access agreement would need to be entered
into for the proposed driveway? Mr. Burich replied that is a possibility. The final details will need to be worked out. Staff was looking for input from the RDA on how to proceed with
this issue. Mr. Bermingham felt that if the proposed 4 ft. strip did not affect the marketability of the Grand Street property, then it wasn't a problem. Mr. Hintz stated the background
information in the memo provided a lot of different scenarios of what could be done with this property. He noted Grand Street is a very challenging street. Roll call was taken. Motion
carried 7-0. Res. 11-05 Award Bid for Marion Road Docks /Lunda Construction Company Mr. Davis noted that Council authorized the project utilizing 2011 Capital Improvement Program funds.
Motion by Bermingham to move Res. 11-05. Seconded by Hintz.
__________________________________ 6-15-11 RDA Minutes 2 Mr. Lasky stated the recommended bid includes upgrading the material to composite decking. Is that the best material for this
project? Mr. Davis stated that Parks Director Ray Maurer did the background research on the various materials to be used. Staff meet to review this information and felt the composite
decking would provide about 20 years of service. Mr. Lasky stated he is aware of some performance (i.e. mold) and maintenance issues with composite decking. The Ipe has a 100 year life
expectancy. Mr. Terry Peterson, AECOM Consultants, stated quotes were obtained on alternate materials to give the RDA/City the option on decking. From his experience, Ipe has been used
on high end architectural applications and does have issues with splinters, as any wood product would. Mr. Peterson stated the City Parks Department has used the composite decking on
most, if not all, of its applications. Kebony is a newer product on the market and has a longer life span. Most applications of this product have occurred in Europe. Mr. Lasky felt other
applications should be considered that have longer life spans than 20 years. Mr. Bermingham inquired how much more for the Ipe? Mr. Davis replied about $220,000 more. Roll call was taken.
Motion carried 7-0. Res. 11-06 Award Bid for Pedestrian Lighting Poles and Pathway Bollards for Marion Road Riverwalk to Viking Electric Supply Mr. Davis stated staff requested quotes
for lighting poles and pathway bollards for Marion Road and City Center riverwalk projects. Council awarded the bid for the City Center project. RDA approval is needed on the bid for
the Marion Road riverwalk. Motion by Bermingham to move Res. 11-06. Seconded by Hintz. Carried 7-0. Res. 11-07 Approve Change Order for Radtke Contractors /Marion Riverwalk Motion by
Hintz to move Res. 11-07. Seconded by Tower. Mr. Davis gave a brief synopsis of items included in the change order noting that most related to conditions encountered during construction.
Roll call was taken. Motion carried 7-0. (Mr. Schneider excused himself from the meeting at this time)
__________________________________ 6-15-11 RDA Minutes 3 Res. 11-08 Approve Development Budget & Schedule for Rehab of 851 S. Main Street; MK-2 LLC (a/k/a Brian Burns), developer Mr.
Brian Burns, developer, stated he is ready to move forward with this phase of the redevelopment project. He thanked the RDA for their patience as he completed the phase one portion and
worked out the financing to proceed with this phase. The rehab will create 13 units consisting of one and two bedroom units as well as studio apartments. Mr. Hintz inquired about the
completion schedule. Mr. Burns hoped to complete the project by next summer. He is currently looking at some bond financing, so may be back to the RDA with some approvals in that regard.
Mr. Belter inquired if there are any differences in cost between new construction versus rehab. Mr. Burns replied yes, but in this case, the building shell is in good shape. He has researched
the building and there has only been two owners, except for the RDA. Old photos show the building looks the same as it does today. The downtown has a very important historic aspect.
Rehabbing this building will be an asset by keeping the history of the building. Motion by Hintz to move Res. 11-08. Seconded by Bermingham. Mr. Belter stated he will be abstaining from
voting; US Bank may be involved in this project. Roll call was taken. Motion carried 5-0-1 (abstain: Belter) Executive Director Announcements/Statements/Discussion Mr. Davis noted he
has contacted various community members who have accepted serving on the South Shore Implementation Advisory Committee. The Committee hopes to hold a meeting in late June/early July.
Mr. Davis noted the Marion Riverwalk project is on schedule and under budget. Concrete sidewalk work will begin shortly and should be completed by the end of July, depending on the weather.
Chairman Belter presented Archie Stam with a 5 year award for his dedication and commitment to the RDA. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 4:33 pm
(Stam/Bermingham). Respectfully submitted, Allen Davis, Executive Director