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NOVEMBER 22, 2011 11-502 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE: APPROVE LAND ACQUISITION/DONATION FOR PARK
PURPOSES/RIVERWALK IMPROVEMENTS ALONG THE
FOX RIVER FROM CITY CENTER ASSOCIATES LLC
INITIATED BY: CITY CENTER ASSOCIATES LLC
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approved
WHEREAS, City Center Associates have generously offered to donate to the City
the riverfront portion of the property known as City Center Office Complex at 201 Pearl
Avenue for park purposes that will allow the City to construct a public riverwalk/
pedestrian trail and boat docks from Jackson Street easterly to the City Center Hotel
property; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh expresses its utmost gratitude and appreciation
to City Center Associates for its generous donation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the City hereby accepts said conveyance of land and the proper City
officials are hereby authorized and directed to execute any and all documents
necessary for purposes of same.
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Darryn Bunch
Director of Planning Services
DATE: November 17, 2011
RE: Approve Land Acquisition/Donation for Park Purposes/Riverwalk Improvements Along
the Fox River from City Center Associates LLC (Plan Commission recommends
approval)
BACKGROUND
In 2006 the City adopted the Fox River Corridor Riverwalk Plan that called for development of a
looped riverwalk system along both banks of the Fox River that would also include docking facilities.
Since adoption, the city has completed riverwalk segments in the Riverside Park and Marion Road
zones along the north side of the Fox River leaving the 1300 foot area in between (City Center) as the
only area on the north side of the river without riverwalk coverage.
City staff has been working with the owners of City Center on development of the riverwalk and the
owners have agreed to dedicate lands that will eventually allow the riverwalk and docks to be
constructed.
ANALYSIS
Acceptance of the land donation will allow the City to continue with its efforts to develop the
riverwalk system. As development in this area is already in close proximity to the river's edge, a
significant portion of the riverwalk will be constructed as a boardwalk per the attached illustrations.
The pedestrian access being provided until such time as the bridge is reconstructed and pedestrian
underpasses can be installed similar to the Wisconsin Street bridge.
Should the city accept this donation, the only area left to acquire would be around the City Center
Hotel, which the city will continue to discuss with the owner of the property.
FISCAL IMPACT
None anticipated.
RECOMMENDATION
The Plan Commission approved of this request at its November 15, 2011 meeting.
Approved,
City Manager
ITEM: ACCEPT LAND DONATION (LAND ACQUISITION) FOR RIVERWALK
DEVELOPMENT ALONG CITY CENTER PROPERTY (201 PEARL AVE)
Plan Commission meeting of November 15, 2011
GENERAL INFORMATION
Petitioner: City Administration
Owner: City Center Associates
Action(s) Requested:
The action is related to development of the riverwalk system. Accept land donation/acquisition of
an approximate 1,000 foot segment (.75 acres) of land along the City Center property and
acceptance of a pedestrian access to connect the riverwalk with the Jackson Street sidewalk.
Background:
In 2006 the City adopted the Fox River Corridor Riverwalk Plan that called for development of a
looped riverwalk system along both banks of the Fox River that would also include docking
facilities. Since adoption, the city has completed riverwalk segments in the Riverside Park and
Marion Road zones along the north side of the Fox River leaving the 1300 foot area in between
(City Center) as the only area on the north side of the river without riverwalk coverage.
City staff has been working with the owners of City Center on development of the riverwalk and the
owners have agreed to dedicate lands that will eventually allow the riverwalk and docks to be
constructed.
Property Location and Type:
The subject action takes place in the segment identified in the Fox River Corridor Riverwalk Plan
and Design Guidelines as the City Center Area and Hotel Zone which contain former Park Plaza
mall property (now City Center) and the City Center Hotel property (formerly Park Plaza Hotel).
The area of acquisition is approximately .75 acres and is split between actual land area along the
river frontage and land under the river to harbor line.
Analysis:
Acceptance of the land donation will allow the City to continue with its efforts to develop the
riverwalk system. As development in this area is already in close proximity to the river's edge, a
significant portion of the riverwalk will be constructed as a boardwalk per the attached illustrations.
The pedestrian access being provided is until such time as the bridge is reconstructed and pedestrian
underpasses can be installed similar to the Wisconsin Street bridge.
Should the city accept this donation, the only area left to acquire would be around the City Center
Hotel, which the city will continue to discuss with the owner of the property.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the land acquisition and acceptance of the pedestrian access as
proposed.
The Plan Commission approved of the land acquisition and pedestrian access as requested. The
following is the Plan Commission's discussion on this item.
Mr. Burich presented the item and explained that the proposal has been revised since the staff report
was prepared and the temporary easement is being removed with this area becoming part of the land
donation. He explained how this request relates to the development of the riverwalk and that the
City has been working with the City Center owners on the matter. He reviewed the site and
surrounding area and explained that this would provide the area to construct the riverwalk from
Jackson Street up to the City Center Hotel which is still in the process of being negotiated. He also
reviewed the site plan for the riverwalk as well as the conceptual plans.
Mr. Bowen inquired about the existing steps in an area of the City Center and how it would be
integrated into the riverwalk.
Allen Davis, Director of Community Development, explained the concept of how this area will be
adjusted to accommodate the concrete and boardwalk that will be constructed for the riverwalk.
Mr. Thorns questioned if part of the area indicated to be acquired was located in the river.
Mr. Davis responded affirmatively.
Mr. Borsuk inquired about how the City plans to cross Jackson Street with the riverwalk.
Mr. Davis replied that pedestrians would be able to cross Jackson Street near Becket's Restaurant
and by the intersection of Jackson Street and Division Street until the bridge is reconstructed at
which time there will be an underpass such as the walkway constructed under the Wisconsin Street
bridge.
Motion by Nollenberger to accept the land donation for riverwalk development along City
Center property (201 Pearl Avenue) as requested.
Seconded by Vajgrt. Motion carried 9-0.
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the area shown and it is to be used for reference City of Oshkosh
purposes only. Th e City of Oshkosh is not re- Department of
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If discrepancies are found,please contact the Community Development
City of Oshkosh. Scale: 1" = 200'
Created by- D 11/8/11
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