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PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES
July 16, 2013
PRESENT: David Borsuk, Ed Bowen, Thomas Fojtik, John Hinz, Steve Cummings, Kathleen
Propp, Donna Lohry, Robert Vajgrt, Karl Nollenberger
EXCUSED: Jeffrey Thoms
STAFF: Darryn Burich, Director of Planning Services; David Buck, Principal Planner; Jeffrey
Nau, Associate Planner; Allen Davis, Director of Community Development; Deborah
Foland, Recording Secretary
Chairperson Fojtik called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared
present.
The minutes of June 18, 2013 were approved as presented. (Vajgrt/Cummings)
I. EXTRATERRITORIAL TWO-LOT LAND DIVISION/CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP AT
3849 NEKIMI AVENUE IN THE TOWN OF NEKIMI
The owners/petitioner are requesting a two lot land division/certified survey map from one existing
parcel containing a total of 39.7123 + acres. Sizes of the proposed lots are as follows:
Lot 1 = 5.0191 Acres
Lot 2 = 33.6986 Acres
Right-of-Way Dedication = 0.9946
Mr. Nau presented the item and reviewed the site and surrounding area as well as the County zoning
classifications in said area. He reviewed the proposed lot sizes and stated that the land division was
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. He also reviewed recommendations from the Department of
Public Works regarding possible wetlands that should be indicated on the final map and a drainage
ditch which may require easements per Winnebago County code.
Mr. Bowen arrived at 4:02 pm.
Ms. Propp questioned if the recommendations on the wetlands and drainage ditch easement should be
included as conditions on this request.
Mr. Nau responded that those recommendations would be forwarded to Winnebago County as this is
an extraterritorial land division.
Mr. Borsuk questioned if this land division would have any impact on the west side arterial plans.
Mr. Nau responded negatively as this property is located outside of that area.
Mr. Bowen questioned if the Extraterritorial Zoning Committee was still in existence and if so, if these
types of land divisions should be going before that committee.
Mr. Burich indicated that the Extraterritorial Zoning Committee is still functioning and was for the
purpose of reviewing items that are located in the Town of Algoma only. He further stated that all land
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divisions and subdivisions in the City and other extraterritorial areas still come before the Plan
Commission however with changes in legislature at the state level; municipalities do not have the same
abilities to deny such requests but can only forward recommendations to Winnebago County for their
consideration.
Motion by Nollenberger to approve the extraterritorial land division for property located at
3849 Nekimi Avenue in the Town of Nekimi.
Seconded by Vajgrt. Motion carried 9-0.
II. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR PLACEMENT OF TELECOMMUNICATION
EQUIPMENT ON THE ROOFTOP OF MAINVIEW APARTMENTS AT 522-530
NORTH MAIN STREET
The Oshkosh Housing Authority is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for
placement of multiple telecommunication/cellular antennae on the rooftop of the building known as
Mainview Apartments (formerly the Raulf Hotel) at 530 North Main Street.
Mr. Buck presented the item and reviewed the site and surrounding area as well as the land use and
zoning classifications in said area. He reviewed the history of the conditional use permit and stated
that the stealth plan that was a condition of approval for additional antennae previously approved had
been completed. He reviewed the existing conditions and the proposed site plans and building profile
with the stealth plan implemented. He stated that all parties involved were in agreement with the
proposal and reviewed colored renderings of the antennae mounts after the plan is implemented. He
reviewed the conditions for the request which entailed the removal of any unused equipment from the
rooftop.
Ms. Propp commented that she felt the proposed stealth plan looked splendid and was very satisfied
with the results.
Motion by Vajgrt to approve the conditional use permit for placement of telecommunication
equipment on the rooftop of Mainview Apartments at 522-530 North Main Street with the
following condition:
1.Unused antennae mounts, whip antennae, warning siren, and unidentified mounts are removed
from the rooftop in coordination with the stealth installation.
Seconded by Bowen. Motion carried 9-0.
III. REVIEW OF 2012 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND
EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER), COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM
Due annually 90 days (July 30, 2013) after the end of the Program Year (April 30, 2013), the City is
required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to prepare an annual
CAPER. No action is required for this item. The purpose of this review is for informational purposes
only.
Ms. Leslie presented the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for the period of
May 1, 2012 through April 30, 2013 summarizing accomplishments and detailing how funds received
from HUD were expended. Funding is received annually from HUD based on census data and is
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required to be utilized on programs benefiting low to moderate income objectives such as housing,
economic development, public services/facilities, acquisition and demolition, and
planning/administration. Available funding for 2012 was $825,931 with expenditures totaling
$1,140,485 with a percentage of 70.7% of current funding expensed to benefit low and moderate
income. Ms. Leslie explained some of the projects these funds were utilized to support such as
housing rehabilitation projects, homebuyer assistance program, lead abatement grants, rental
rehabilitation, and neighborhood initiatives/services. She also summarized the amounts granted to
local public service sub recipients and total planning and administration expenditures. Ms. Leslie
stated that the full CAPER report has been prepared and will be submitted to HUD, who will perform a
comprehensive review of the program activity. A copy of this report is available in the Planning
office, library or online for anyone who wishes to review it.
Mr. Borsuk questioned how the other 30% of the funding that was not used to benefit low and
moderate income was utilized.
Ms. Leslie responded that the remaining funds were used to remove blighted homes from properties in
the city and for administrative salaries and consulting studies.
No action was required on this item. It is for informational purposes only.
IV. ACCEPT LAND DONATION (LAND ACQUISITION) FOR RIVERWALK
DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE FORMER JELD-WEN PROPERTY (421 OREGON
STREET & 424 OREGON STREET)
City Administration is requesting acceptance of two separate land donations related to development of
the riverwalk system. The first request involves acceptance of approximately 1,300 lineal feet of land
along the south shore of the Fox River west of Oregon Street. The second acceptance involves
approximately 340 lineal feet along the south shore of the Fox River east of Oregon Street. Both land
donations are part of the former Jeld-Wen Manufacturing facility which ceased operation in the late
2000’s.
Mr. Nau presented the item and reviewed the site and surrounding area and the history of the
completion of the riverwalk on the north side of the Fox River. He stated that this land donation was
for the riverwalk on the south side and that the Jeld Wen site had been purchased by new owners and
was currently in the process of demolition of the manufacturing facilities on the site. Parts of the
riverwalk on the south side will be constructed in 2014 and 2015 and he reviewed a site plan of the
areas scheduled for completion.
Ms. Propp questioned why the staff report referred to it as a land acquisition if the land was donated.
Mr. Burich responded that the land was still acquired however in this case it was donated by the new
property owners.
Mr. Borsuk inquired if this was the last piece of land that the City needs to control to complete the
remaining riverwalk on the south side.
Allen Davis, Director of Community Development, indicated that the area adjacent to the Dockside
Tavern & Restaurant and the Sweetwater Performance Center have not yet been acquired however the
City has had discussions with them regarding the matter. Both entities seem to be agreeable but formal
documentation has not yet been completed.
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Mr. Cummings questioned the width of the land acquisition.
Mr. Davis responded that it would be 30 feet although the walkway itself is only 12 feet wide the
additional area along the shoreline was necessary for construction purposes.
Both Mr. Nollenberger and Mr. Fojtik expressed their support of this project and their satisfaction with
the portions that have been completed thus far.
Motion by Vajgrt to approve the land donation (acquisition) for riverwalk development along
the former Jeld-Wen property located at 421 & 424 Oregon Street.
Seconded by Borsuk. Motion carried 9-0.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 4:20 pm. (Vajgrt/Borsuk)
Respectfully submitted,
Darryn Burich
Director of Planning Services
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