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APRIL 9, 2013 13-164 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE: AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF STEWARDSHIP GRANT
APPLICATION FOR RIVERWALK EXTENSION ON SOUTH
SHORE OF FOX RIVER – PORTIONS OF JELD-WEN &
SWEETWATER AREAS
INTIATED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh is interested in developing lands for public
outdoor recreation purposes; and
WHEREAS, financial aid is required to carry out the project; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh has budgeted funds to complete said project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the City will comply with State or Federal rules for the programs to the
general public during reasonable hours consistent with the type of facility; and will
obtain from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources or the National Park
Service approval in writing before any change is made in the use of the project site.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Oshkosh hereby authorizes Allen
Davis, Community Development Director, to act on behalf of the City to:
1) Submit an application to the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources for any financial aid that may be available.
2) Submit reimbursement claims along with necessary supporting documentation
within 6 months of project completion date.
3) Submit signed documents.
4) Take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete the approved project.
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ON THE WATER
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Allen Davis
Community Development Director
DATE: April 4, 2013
RE: Submittal of Stewardship Grant Application for Riverwalk Extension on South Shore of
Fox River— Portions of Jeld-Wen and Sweetwater Areas
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The City of Oshkosh is continuing the construction of the riverwalk on the south shore of the Fox
River. The construction schedule for the next riverwalk segments depend on a number of factors.
Grant availability, property owner willingness to provide access, and permitting from State and
Federal agencies all play a significant role in the timing of the construction. The Sweetwater segment,
which includes portions of the Jeld-Wen property on the west and east sides of Oregon Street, The
Boat Yard restaurant and the Sweetwater Marine properties, could be constructed in 2014 —2015,
depending on grant funding, ownership, and permitting.
The City has developed a concept for the riverwalk in this section and has met with the owners and
received tentative approval. AECOM is working on the preliminary design to obtain necessary State
and Federal permits, as well as determine how much riverfront area is needed for the riverwalk
improvements through the private property. Once that has been determined, staff will meet with the
property owners to discuss options for either a permanent easement through their property or
donating the land to the City, as was the case with the riverwalk improvements in front of City Center
Office Complex and the Premier Waterfront Hotel.
To help offset the cost of riverwalk improvements, staff would like to apply for a Stewardship Grant
through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. If awarded, this grant would help offset
costs associated with development of the trail/riverwalk, shoreline improvements like seawalls and rip
rap, landscaping, fences and lighting for protection of users.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City's matching funds will come from remaining funds in the 2013 Capital Improvement Program
allocated for TIF #20 South Shore Redevelopment riverwalk improvements, as well as budgeted in
the 2014-2015 Capital Improvement programs.
RECOMMENDATION
The City Council approves submitting the grant application.
Approved,
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City Manager