HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutesDOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES
June 21, 2011
PRESENT: David Sparr, Megan Lang, Sandy Prunty, Michael Russell, Todd Cummings, Jeff Jahnke, Jim
Stapel, Melody Wollangk
EXCUSED: Kurt Koeppler, David Hetzel
STAFF: Maureen Lasky, Jeffrey Nau
OTHERS: Lisa Voss — Oshkosh Public Library, Matt Kroening — Oshkosh Police Department
I - CALL TO ORDER
Chair David Sparr called the meeting to order and a quorum was declared present.
II - MINUTES OF MAY 17, 2011 MEETING
There was no discussion on this item. Sandy Prunty moved for approval of the May 17 2011 minutes as
presented. Megan Lang seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
III — POLICING /TRAFFIC /PARKING ISSUES
Sergeant Kroening reported that there has been a problem with cars parking on N. Main Street Friday
nights /Saturday mornings interfering with setup for the Farmers Market. He added that four cars were towed
the previous weekend and feels that some people do not realize that N. Main St. is now a tow -away zone.
Sergeant Kroening also reported that an arrest was made of a well - known, highly visible individual for grabbing
a person but the case was dropped at the probable cause hearing. Discussion followed that this individual has
been causing problems at the Farmers Market. Sergeant Kroening said there is a police presence at the market
and they were on the lookout for him, but were unable to locate him.
It was also reported that a few of the large flower pots have been tipped over along Main Street.
IV — MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
BID Manager Lasky reported that funds need to be transferred to the Planter Maintenance budget from Future
Reserves to cover the costs of the flowers, maintenance and watering. Initially, only $1,120 was budgeted to
balance out the Operating Plan, knowing that funds would need to be transferred during 2011 to cover expenses.
Ms. Lasky added that a transfer of $10,000 from Future Reserves should be enough to cover the planter
maintenance for the remainder of the year. Jim Stapel motioned for approval of the transfer of $10,000 from
Future Reserves to the Planter Maintenance budget. Megan Lang seconded the motion which passed
unanimously.
There was no further discussion on the monthly financial report. Mike Russell motioned for approval of the
monthly financial report as presented. Jim Stapel seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
V - BID MANAGER AND SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
• BID Marketing Consortium
DOWNTOWN OSHKOSH BID BOARD MINUTES
June 21, 2011
Destination Downtown took place and was very successful. Approximately 140 tickets were sold
for the event. Planning for the next year's Destination Downtown will begin in July to discuss a
possible change of venue in 2012.
The Oshkosh Public Museum is holding events including a Harry Potter- themed exhibit in July.
• Beautification
- Met with Ground Effects to discuss deficiencies with Opera House Square.
- All the benches and trash receptacles have been placed.
- Working with the Department of Public Works for bike rack placement.
Continuing to work on signage and kiosks for the downtown.
VI — DOWNTOWN PARKING
This item was laid over to the July meeting.
VII — BRANDING UPDATE — IMPLEMENTATION OF PHASE II
Ann Padley and Heidi Strand from Blue Door Consulting, Inc. discussed the marketing strategy,
implementation and budgeting for the BID branding.
Discussion focused on the next steps and process of the project which will initially focus on logo design and
color palette. By the July BID board meeting, Blue Door and the Branding Subcommittee will have a better
feel for budgetary requirements.
Megan Lang motioned for approval of Blue Door Consulting to spend up to $1,700 for logo design and color
palette. Sandy Prunty seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
VIII — BRANDING UPDATE — TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO BRANDING
This item was laid over until the July meeting.
IX — FREE RENT INCUBATOR PROGRAM
This item was laid over until the July meeting.
X — EMPTY STOREFRONT ADVERTISING
This item was laid over until the July meeting.
XI — BILLBOARD ADVERTISING
This item was laid over until the July meeting.
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XII — STAFFING UPDATE
Megan Lang inquired about the status of the new alternate members for the BID Board. Mr. Nau responded
that there are several applications submitted, and will be contacting the applicants to see if they have interest in
serving as alternate members.
Ms. Lasky reported that several applications have been received for the BID Manager position and interviews
for three to five applicants will be held in July. Kelli Karpinski with the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce will
be asked to sit in on interviews. Ms. Lasky added that a few members of the BID Board and Mr. Nau will be
needed to participate during the interview process. Dave Sparr, Dave Hetzel and Sandy Prunty volunteered to
participate in the interview process.
XIII — IDENTIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE JULY 19, 2011 MEETING
• Downtown Parking
• Billboard Advertising
• Empty Storefront Advertising
• Free Rent Incubator Program
• Branding Budget - Phase II
• Staffing Update
XIV - ADJOURNMENT
With there being no further business, Jeff Jahnke moved the meeting be adjourned. Sandy Prunty seconded the
motion which passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jeffrey Nau
Associate Planner
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