HomeMy WebLinkAbout03. 16-346JULY 12, 2016 16-346 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE: APPROVE STEVEN’S PARK NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
INITIATED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approved
WHEREAS, the City’s Comprehensive Plan contains recommendations regarding
improving housing and neighborhoods by implementing neighborhood improvement
strategies in priority areas; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council has identified strong neighborhoods as a priority
Strategic Plan goal; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council previously approved implementing a Healthy
Neighborhoods Initiative that seeks to improve priority neighborhoods and housing, as
well as benefits all residents by helping to maintain or increase property values in
transitional and distressed neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, the Steven’s Park Neighborhood Association approached the City
regarding how to address current and future issues concerning their neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, based on a resident led planning effort, the attached 'Steven’s Park
Neighborhood Plan' was created to address neighborhood challenges and promote
reinvestment in their neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, the Plan Commission found that the 'Steven’s Park Neighborhood
Plan' is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan and supports neighborhood
revitalization efforts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the attached "Steven’s Park Neighborhood Plan" is consistent with the
City’s Comprehensive and Strategic Plans and is hereby approved.
Oshkosh
MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Darryn Burich
Director of Planning Services
DATE: July 6, 2016
RE: Approve Steven's Park Neighborhood Plan (Plan Commission Recommends
Approval)
BACKGROUND
Staff requests approval of the Steven's Park Neighborhood Plan, which focuses on a target
neighborhood bounded by Washington Avenue, Bowen Street, the Fox River and Lake
Winnebago. Over the last few years the neighborhood has begun to see signs of transition
as long term residents move out and new homeowners move in. Recent efforts by residents,
the Steven's Park Neighborhood Association, City of Oshkosh and partner organizations
have centered on enhancing existing assets to provide stability and ensure the Steven's Park
neighborhood continues to be one of choice in Oshkosh.
This plan is prepared for the Steven's Park Neighborhood Association with the intent to
support their efforts, to maintain the existing neighborhood character and ensure Steven's
Park continues to be a neighborhood of choice. Created during a yearlong resident led
planning process; the plan may be used by the Steven's Park Neighborhood Association, the
City of Oshkosh, and partner organizations to ensure neighborhood improvements and
activities are implemented to meet the needs of residents.
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The Plan offers a brief history, current conditions, and outlines eight priority areas and
explores each area and provides goals, objectives, and specific action items to achieve the
intended goals. The Plan serves the following purposes:
• Educate both city government and neighborhood residents about each other's
concerns and visions for the future.
• Promote collaboration between the City, the neighborhood, and local public, private
and non - profit organizations in order to achieve mutual goals to enhance the
neighborhood.
• Create "pride of place" within the community by identifying and developing the assets
within each neighborhood.
• Initiate change, rather than simply reacting to it, by addressing specific issues and
opportunities.
• Strengthen the city by improving the quality of life in neighborhoods.
The goals and objectives have been reviewed and do not conflict with the City's
Comprehensive Plan, official maps, or other planning objectives of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT
It is not anticipated that additional city services will need to be provided beyond existing
service levels that would require additional staffing. The Plan does however identify various
activities that may involve funding allocations through the Healthy Neighborhoods funds,
CDBG, or Great Neighborhoods CIP funding to carry out such activities as property
acquisition, homebuyer incentives and rehabilitation grants.
RECOMMENDATION
The Plan Commission approved of this request at its July 5, 2016 meeting.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Darryn Burich
Director of Planning Services
Approved,
Mark Rohloff
City Manager
ITEM: APPROVAL OF STEVENS PARK NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
Plan Commission meeting of July 5, 2016
BACKGROUND
Staff requests approval of the Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan, which focuses on the neighborhood
bounded by Washington Avenue (south side) on the north, Bowen Street (east side) on the west, the
Fox River on the south and Lake Winnebago on the east.
Over the last few years the neighborhood has begun to see signs of transition as long term residents
move out and new homeowners move in. Recent efforts by residents, the Stevens Park
Neighborhood Association, City of Oshkosh and partner organizations have centered on enhancing
existing assets to provide stability and ensure the Stevens Park neighborhood continues to be one of
choice in Oshkosh.
The purpose of this review is for the Plan Commission to make a determination that the proposed
goals and objectives within the Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan are consistent with the City's 2005-
2025 Comprehensive Plan, official maps, or other planning objectives of the City.
ANALYSIS
The City of Oshkosh- Planning Services Division in partnership with the Stevens Park Neighborhood
Association have worked together to develop the Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan. The Plan serves
the following purposes:
• Educate both city government and neighborhood residents about each other's concerns and
visions for the future.
• Promote collaboration between the City, the neighborhood, and local public, private and
non -profit organizations in order to achieve mutual goals to enhance the neighborhood.
• Create "pride of place" within the community by identifying and developing the assets
within each neighborhood.
• Initiate change, rather than simply reacting to it, by addressing specific issues and
opportunities.
• Strengthen the city by improving the quality of life in neighborhoods.
This plan is prepared for the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association with the intent to support
their efforts in addressing neighborhood challenges arid promoting reinvestment. Created during a
yearlong resident led planning process; the plan may be used by the Stevens Park Neighborhood
Association, the City of Oshkosh, and partner organizations to ensure neighborhood improvements
and activities are implemented to meet the needs of residents.
The plan first offers a brief neighborhood history, followed by a snapshot of current conditions,
including both assets and concerns identified throughout the planning process. The plan then
outlines eight priority areas: Community Building, Housing, Land Use, Transportation, Economic
Development, Utilities and Community Facilities, Natural and Cultural Resources and
Intergovernmental Cooperation. Individual sections explore each focus area, assess current
conditions, and provide goals, objectives and specific action items to help achieve the intended
goals.
Prior to Council consideration, this plan is reviewed by the Plan Commission for consistency with
the City's 2005 -2025 Comprehensive Plan, official maps, and other planned activities of the City.
Staff has reviewed all proposed goals and objectives and believes they do not conflict with the City
of Oshkosh's Comprehensive Plan, official maps, or other planning objectives of the City.
RECOMMENDATIONS /CONDITIONS
Staff recommends approval of the Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan, together with a finding that the
identified goals and objectives are not in conflict with the City of Oshkosh's Comprehensive Plan.
The Plan Commission approved the Stevens Park Neighborhood flan as requested. The following is
the Plan Commission's discussion on this item.
Ms. Williams noted this is the third neighborhood plan completed and brought to the
Commission. The Stevens Park Neighborhood is bounded by Washington Avenue on the
north, Bowen Street on the west, Fox River on the south and Lake Winnebago on the east.
The Plan identifies eight priority areas: Community Building, Housing, Land Use,
Transportation, Economic Development, Utilities and Community Facilities, Natural and
cultural Resources and Intergovernmental Cooperation. The Plan serves to educate city
government and neighborhood residents about each others concerns /visions for the future;
promote collaboration between the City, the neighborhood and local public, private and
non -profit organizations to achieve mutual goals to enhance the neighborhood; create
'provide of place' within the community; initiate change; and improving the quality of life
in neighborhoods.
Ms. Williams stated the Plan Commission needs to make a determination that the Plan is
consistent with the City's 2005 -2025 Comprehensive Plan, official maps and other planned
activities of the City.
Mr, Ron Hansche, 52 Eveline St., stated he is the coordinator for the Stevens Park
Neighborhood Association. He noted the Association met with staff over the past year to
get this Plan where it is today.
It was the consensus of the Commissioners that Ms. Williams and city staff did a great job
in working with the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association on this plan.
Motion by Nollenberger that the Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan is consistent with the
City's 2005 -2025 Comprehensive Plan, official maps and other planned activities of the
City.
Seconded by Borsuk. Motion carried 8 -0.
Item - Approval of Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan
City of Oshkosh
SteQns Park
Neighborhood Plan
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Prepared June 2015 — June 2016 by the
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STEVENS PARK
NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
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A comprehensive report to enhance quality of life in the Stevens Park
Neighborhood
Compiled and contributions by:
Stevens Park Neighborhood Planning Team
Jenn Smith
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Koch
uck Butzlaff
Sue Goodacse
Kathy Laabs
Kayla Plante
Bruce Plante
Stevens Park Neighborhood Association Steering Committee
Ron Hansche
Lil Hansche
Larry Lautenschlager
Renee Lautenschlager
Donna Butzlaff
Michele Matucheski
Mindy Kuen
Phil Horejs
Susie Stein
Celia Sawicki
With assistance from:
City of Oshkosh
Planning Services Division
Stevens Park Neighborhood Vision Statement
The Stevens Park Neighborhood is an actively engaged community with residents who enjoy a peaceful,
safe and family- oriented environment. Residents take pleasure in views and access to Lake Winnebago and
the Fox River and value their quality public facilities including schools, parks, attractive streetscapes and
well - preserved historic architecture. The Stevens Pa
amenities such as the Leach Amphitheater, Oshkosl
Oshkosh and all it has to offer. The Stevens P
welcoming,
eighborhood is conveniently located to nearby
the Library, Riverwalk, and historic Downtown
is considered by all residents as a
and fun place to live.
Table of Content
Neighborhood Planning Process .......................................................................... ..............................1
ExecutiveSummary ............................................................................................... ..............................2
Introduction.......................................................................................................... ..............................3
NeighborhoodHistory .......................................................................................... ..............................5
DemographicProfile ............................................................................................. ..............................8
Assetsand Concerns ............................................................................................. ..............................9
PlanDevelopment ................................................................................................ .............................10
CommunityBuilding ................................................................................. .............................11
Housing.................................................................................................... .............................13
LandUse ................................................................................................... .............................15
Transportation......................................................................................... .............................16
Economic Development ......... ............................... ................................. .............................18
Utilities........................... ............................... ........ .......................... ............................... 20
Natural and Cultural Resources ............ ...... < ..................................... .............................22
Intergovernmental Cooperation.... .. ....................................... .............................24
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Appendix A —Neighborhood Maps
Neighborhood Boundary.......... 26
ExistingLand Use ...................................................................................... .............................27
ExistingZoning ......................................................................................... .............................28
Non -Owner Occupied Parcels .................................................................. .............................29
Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan Recommended Facilities ............................. .............................30
Appendix B — Neighborhood Assessment .......................................................... .............................32
Appendix C — Neighborhood Survey .................................................................... .............................35
Appendix D — Neighborhood Crime Data ............................................................. .............................41
Neighborhood Planning Process
The neighborhood planning process is a component of the City's Neighborhood Initiative. The
process was developed to identify what resident's value most within their neighborhood and to
outline a clear vision to guide future activities within the area. The process is resident -led,
resulting in a neighborhood plan that serves as a guide for investment in the neighborhood.
Healthy neighborhoods are essential to the overall well -being of Oshkosh and should be viewed as
the strategic building blocks of the community. A neighborhood plan must strive to both eliminate
elements that erode character and enhance assets that improve quality of life for current and
future residents. Architectural significance, pedestrian amenities, diversity of housing choices,
affordability, and proximity to services are several examples of assets Oshkosh neighborhoods
possess. Preservation, stabilization, and revitalization strategies to protect these assets have been
developed to ensure that Oshkosh's neighborhoods prosper. Below are the steps taken to
complete the neighborhood planning process:
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Executive Summary
The Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan focuses on the area bounded by Washington Avenue (both
sides) on the north, Bowen Street (east side) on the west, the Fox River on the south and Lake
Winnebago on the east. Over the last five years the neighborhood has begun to see signs of
transition as long term residents move out and new homeowners move in. Recent efforts by
residents, the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association, City of Oshkosh and partner organizations
have centered on enhancing existing assets to provide stability and ensure the Stevens Park
neighborhood continues to be one of choice in Oshkosh.
Since 2010, the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association (SPNA) has served the neighborhood in
varying capacities, from social and cleanup events to formal planning activities in partnership with
the City of Oshkosh and NeighborWorks Badgerland. In 2011, the City of Oshkosh approved the
SPNA as a recognized neighborhood association. In 2015, the Stevens Park Planning Team was
formed as a coalition of residents to support neighborhood stabilization.
This plan is prepared for the SPNA with the intent to support their efforts, to maintain the existing
neighborhood character and ensure Stevens Park continues to be a neighborhood of choice.
Created during a year -long resident -led planning effort, the plan may be used by the SPNA, City of
Oshkosh, and partner organizations to ensure neighborhood improvements and activities are
implemented to achieve the outcomes identified by residents who reside there.
The plan first offers a brief history, followed by a snapshot of the neighborhood's current
demographic profile and a list of assets and opportunities identified throughout the planning
process. The plan then outlines eight priority areas: Community Building, Housing, Land Use,
Transportation, Economic Development, Utilities, Natural and Cultural Resources and
Intergovernmental Cooperation. Individual sections explore each focus area, assess current
conditions, and provide goals, objectives and specific action items to help achieve the intended
goa I.
Planning for a neighborhood must always involve the most important stakeholders — its residents
and property owners. The plan was researched and drafted under the guidance of the SPNA
leadership, residents and city staff. Preliminary recommendations were shared at a public
participation event on July 13, 2016 at Washington Elementary School and the resulting
conversations and comments were used to shape final recommendations for the plan.
Once the neighborhood plan is approved, an implementation plan will be drafted by the
neighborhood association to ensure progress is made towards achieving the stated goals. The
implementation plan will outline specific and time -bound steps to be taken to ensure plan
elements are successfully carried out. Additionally, the implementation plan will provide
performance measures to track the progress of future efforts.
Introduction
In 2011, a core group of residents located in the area bounded by Washington Avenue (both sides)
on the north, Bowen Street (east side) on the west, the Fox River on the south and Lake
Winnebago on the east, formed around the desire to enhance their neighborhood. The first
general membership meeting of the neighborhood association was held in May, 2011. Those in
attendance agreed upon the neighborhood boundaries, name, purpose, and organizational
bylaws.
Since 2011, the neighborhood association has
coordinated monthly general membership
meetings between March and October which are
noticed to all residents living within the
neighborhood via email, flyer, or social media.
Annually the neighborhood association organizes
major social events that include participation in
Neighborhood Night Out (pictured on the right), a
city -wide block party event organized by
neighborhood groups. One of the most widely
attended events hosted by the Stevens Park
Neighborhood Association is their annual rummage sale, with over 100 homes participating. The
neighborhood association also began hosting �neup) events in partnership with the University of
Wisconsin- Oshkosh's bi- annual Hands on
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In 2012, the Stevens Park Neighborho`�''As ociation began working with the City of Oshkosh to
develop plans to revitalize the neighborhood park — Stevens Park — which is located on Frankfort
Street between Bay Shore Drive and Harney Avenue. Since that time, the neighborhood
association has advocated for new playground equipment, basketball courts, tennis courts,
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baseball field, community garden, and little free
library. In 2015, a new shelter and restroom facility
was added to fully implement park improvements.
The Stevens Park Neighborhood Association has also
partnered with the City of Oshkosh and
NeighborWorks Badgerland to enhance a small
triangle of land located between Bowen Street, Mill
Street and Waugoo Avenue (pictured on the left) in
an effort to beautify the gateway into their
neighborhood.
In June of 2015, the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association became the third neighborhood to
begin working with City staff to develop a neighborhood plan. Over the course of a year, residents
identified goals and objectives that would address current and future priorities of the neighborhood.
The purpose of a neighborhood plan is to develop strategies that address priorities, and lay the
foundation for future collaborative efforts to implement the identified actions.
More specifically, neighborhood plans are intended to:
• Educate local agencies, city government and neighborhood residents about each other's
concerns and visions for the future.
• Promote collaboration between the City, the neighborhood, and local public, private and
non - profit organizations in order to achieve mutual goals to enhance the neighborhood.
• Create "pride of place" within the community by identifying and developing the assets
within each neighborhood.
• Initiate change, rather than simply reacting to it, by addressing specific issues and
opportunities.
• Strengthen the city by improving the quality of life in its neighborhoods.
During the planning process, residents recognized many locational advantages of the
neighborhood, such as the proximity and access to Lake Winnebago, two neighborhood
elementary schools within the boundaries and multiple parks with trails and recreational
amenities. Residents also recognized the need to preserve and enhance these assets to
protect the equity in their property and the d ablity of the neighborhood. Continued
efforts by the Stevens Park Neighborhood ss ciati n will focus on resident connections
and identified neighborhood assets to rei fo e a positive image and ensure the Stevens
Park neighborhood continues to be,one of choice in Oshkosh.
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Neighborhood History
The Steven's Park Neighborhood Association
was officially recognized by the city on
October 27th 2011. The neighborhood name
was chosen in honor of Ephraim E. Stevens
after the city's former mayor. Stevens served
as an alderman for the 41" Ward for two
years and was elected the city's mayor in
1889. The area bound by Washington
Avenue to the north, Bowen Street to the
west and Lake Winnebago to the south and
east was originally part of the 2nd Ward
Print on cardstock of the Second Ward School 1884-
1889 Courtesy of the Oshkosh Public Museum
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political district. Prominent neighborhood resident Abraham
Briggs Bowen was born on Sept. 20, 1812,
eventually becoming known for his work as a
land speculator and lumberman. Abraham
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ov. 29, 1888. Both are buried in the city of
shkosh, Winnebago County at Riverside
Cemetery, block 10. The house is still
standing at 1010 Bay Shore Drive and is used
Map of the Second Ward 1858 as apartments. The house in on both the
The Second Ward School, was located a the state and National Registers of Historic
north -west corner of Otter Avenue and Mill Places. Bowen Street serves as the western
Street. The building was designed by William border of the neighborhood and is named
Waters and constructed by E. E. Stevens in after Abraham Bowen. A historic map from
1884. In 1898 another addition was made 1858 indicates that he owned an orchard at
and the school became known as the northwest corner of Frankfort Street and
Washington School. It originally had a large
tower, which was removed in 1952. The
building is no longer standing.
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Bay Shore Drive.
Outdoor image of "River Place" or the Bowen House
1864 -1867 Courtesy of the Oshkosh Public Museum
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political district. Prominent neighborhood resident Abraham
Briggs Bowen was born on Sept. 20, 1812,
eventually becoming known for his work as a
land speculator and lumberman. Abraham
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"��, Place" on the banks of the Fox River where it
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j e rs Lake Winnebago in 1855. Abraham
ie n June 5, 1882 and his wife died on
ov. 29, 1888. Both are buried in the city of
shkosh, Winnebago County at Riverside
Cemetery, block 10. The house is still
standing at 1010 Bay Shore Drive and is used
Map of the Second Ward 1858 as apartments. The house in on both the
The Second Ward School, was located a the state and National Registers of Historic
north -west corner of Otter Avenue and Mill Places. Bowen Street serves as the western
Street. The building was designed by William border of the neighborhood and is named
Waters and constructed by E. E. Stevens in after Abraham Bowen. A historic map from
1884. In 1898 another addition was made 1858 indicates that he owned an orchard at
and the school became known as the northwest corner of Frankfort Street and
Washington School. It originally had a large
tower, which was removed in 1952. The
building is no longer standing.
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Bay Shore Drive.
Outdoor image of "River Place" or the Bowen House
1864 -1867 Courtesy of the Oshkosh Public Museum
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Breweries and taverns were a common sight
in the late 19th century. The Steven's Park
Neighborhood was home to six breweries.
Some breweries opening their doors as early
as 1849.
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Rahr's Brewery Sign
Gambrinus Brewery employees 1893
Historically, taverns have served as a place to
socialize with your neighbors in the Steven's
Park Neighborhood. Located within a
residential area on the first floor of a house is
a common place for a tavern to be found.
Steven's Park is home to five neighborhood
bars. Jerry's Bar, one of the oldest bars in
Oshkosh opening in 1883, is still operating
Historic Neighborhood Breweries joday. Other popular taverns include Mick
The Lake Brewery, 1849 -1869 d Sue's (1887), Woodchucks Bar and Grill
Near the SE corner of Ceape and Lake 1889), Tony's Deluxe (1889) and Jansen's
a (1887).
Schussler's Oshkosh Brewery, 1849 -18
Southside Bay Shore between Frankfort a
Bowen
Loescher's 1st Oshkosh Brewery, 1852 -1880
Southside of Bay Shore between Eveline and
Frankfort ns
Loescher's 2nd Oshkosh Brewery, 1880 -1888 se
NE corner Frankfort and Bay Shore
The Gottlieb Ecke Brewery, 1869 -1875
The Gambrinus Brewery, 1875 -1894
1200 block of Harney Ave.
Rahr Brewing Company, 1865 -1956
North side of Rahr Ave. near the shore of Lake
Winnebago
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Illustration of Jansen's Bar
The Miles Co. Inc. was Oshkosh's longest
running florist firm located on nearly 5 acres
of land at 48 Frankfort Street. The company
operated for 99 years beginning in 1867 and
closed their doors in 1968.
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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern Advertisement 1966
In summer of 1968 the City of Oshkosh
purchased 4.46 acres of land at 48 Frankfort
Street for the price of $65,000 from the
owner of Miles Co. Inc. In 1974 Common
Council named the new park Ephraim E.
Stevens Park after the city's former mayor.
Sharing two of its boundaries with the Fox
River and Lake Winnebago, life in the Steven's
Park Neighborhood is greatly impacted by
the proximity to the waterfront. Fishing a
boating is a popular past time for many
residents. The Otter Street Fishing ub
been serving the needs of the fishing
community since 1961. Still operating today,
the Otter Street Fishing Club hosts a number
of fishing events annually. Activity does not
halt during the winter months when Lake
Winnebago freezes over, local fisherman take
advantage of the lake year round through ice
fishing.
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Otter Street Fishing Club logo
A walk down Washington Avenue will bring
any visitor back in time as this street is part
of the Washington Avenue Historic District.
Noted for its variety of architectural styles,
traveling on Washington Avenue eastbound
will ultimately lead you to the restored
8) building designed by prominent
chi ct Williams Waters. Originally built in
903 as the Oshkosh Yacht Club. The
Georgian Revival building was used as the
clubhouse for the American Legion Post 70
for 60 years. Its new name, The Waters,
serves as the Oshkosh Yacht Club and a
meeting place for the American Legion in
addition to a special events venue.
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The Waters logo
Since the purchase of Steven's Park in 1968
the park is still used today. Recently
renovated through collaborative efforts
between the Steven's Park Neighborhood
Association and the City of Oshkosh. A new
bathroom shelter has been constructed as
well as community garden space.
Existing Demographic Profile
Demographic data obtained from ESRI Community Analyst is included below to better understand
how the population living in the Stevens Park neighborhood compares to Oshkosh as a whole.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2010 Summary File 1. ESRI forecasts for 2015 and 2020.
Stevens Park Neighborhood
City of Oshkosh
PEOPLE
Population
2,125
66,327
Male
1,033
33,875
Female
1,052
32,449
Households
871
26,642
Average Household Size
2.44
2.23
Families
548
14,118
Average Family Size
2.97
2.88
Median Age
34.9
34.7
Per Capita Income
$24,950
$23,314
Median Income
$55,044
$44,218
HOUSING
Housing Units
950
28,771
Owner Occupied Housing Units
60.7%
51.1%
Renter Occupied Housing Units
30.9%
41.5%
Vacant Housing Units
8.3%
7.4%
Median Home Value
$104,849
$129,360
RACE
White
91.2%
89.1%
African American
2.1%
3.2%
American Indian
0.2%
0.8%
Asian
4.6%
3.9%
Pacific Islander
0.0 %: =,
0.1%
Other*
1.9%
2.9%
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
Total Population 25+
1,395
42,839
Less than 91h Grade
4.1%
2.8%
91h _ 12th Grade, No Diploma
4.2%
7.9%
High School Graduate
23.6%
29.7%
GED /Alternative Credential
7.7%
5.6%
Some College, No Degree
25.2%
21.2%
Associate Degree
9.5%
7.7%
Bachelor's Degree
16.3%
17.0%
Graduate /Professional Degree
9.5%
8.1%
EMPLOYMENT
Total Population 16+
1,185
33,076
Agriculture /Mining
0.0%
0.7%
Construction
0.5%
2.3%
Manufacturing
22.4%
21.1%
Wholesale Trade
1.9%
2.4%
Retail Trade
13.2%
14.8%
Transportation /Utilities
7.3%
3.4%
Information
1.4%
1.4%
Finance /Insurance /Real Estate
2.2%
4.3%
Services
46.7%
45.7%
Public Administration
4.3%
3.9%
Population 25+ Unemployed
4.0%
4.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2010 Summary File 1. ESRI forecasts for 2015 and 2020.
Current Assets and Opportunities within the Stevens Park Neighborhood
During the summer of 2015, the Stevens Park Neighborhood Planning Team distributed surveys to
homes in the neighborhood. Within the survey, residents were asked to rank neighborhood assets
and opportunities to help understand resident priorities in the neighborhood.
Assets
Opportunities
Proximity to Lake Winnebago
Property maintenance
Proximity to Downtown Oshkosh
Speeding
Proximity to park amenities
Street /Sidewalk conditions
Walkability
Neighborhood safety (drug activity, petty crime, etc.)
Driveway /yard clutter
Neighbors
Above ground utilities
Proximity to school
Lack of property investment
Mature trees
Litter /trash
View of lake or river
Animal waste
Neighborhood association
Lack of lighting
Nearby events
Noise
Stability of the neighborhood
Stray animals
Desirability of the neighborhood
Unleashed animals
Lawn maintenance
Roe?? oblems
Home maintenance
Neighborhood schools
Quality of housing
Flooding
Public space (parks and gardens)
Close to jobs
Vacant Homes /Lots
Plan Development
Residents met monthly over the summer to begin drafting elements of their neighborhood plan.
Using the neighborhood -wide survey results as a basis for making plan recommendations, the
Neighborhood Planning Team identified eight priority areas: Community Building, Housing, Land
Use, Transportation, Economic Development, Utilities, Natural and Cultural Resources and
Intergovernmental Cooperation. Next, residents were asked to identify goals for each priority area
that the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association, City of Oshkosh, and future partners could work
towards over the next three to five years. The eight goals that were developed are listed below.
COMMUNITY WILDING
Develop community investment partnerships to promote resident engagement and neighborhood
growth to create a friendly and inclusive environment for all neighborhood residents.
HOUSING
Promote continual reinvestment in neighborhood housing to enhance the stability and desirability
of the neighborhood.
LAND USE
Encourage an appropriate and compatible mix of residential, commercial and institutional uses.
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TRANSPORTATION
Encourage a safe, maintained, and efficient multi -modal transportation network for all users.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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Protect and enhance neighborhood property values while supporting neighborhood businesses.
UTILITIES AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Ensure access to community facilities by enhancing public infrastructure for current and future
neighborhood residents
NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
Preserve and protect cultural and natural resources, including scenic vistas, streetscapes, and the
architectural integrity of housing to promote Stevens Park as a neighborhood of choice.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION
Encourage a responsive and accountable partnership between residents, the City of Oshkosh, its
service providers, and other entities.
Once the goals were finalized, objectives and action items were proposed, discussed, and agreed
upon by those in attendance. The following pages provide a detailed overview.
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Community Building
Social connections are an important component of quality of life. Knowing your neighbor provides
a sense of safety in your surroundings and makes it easier to determine when someone or
something is out of place. According to the neighborhood survey, 84% of respondents indicated
knowing their neighbor very well or somewhat well. Based on individual comments received in
the survey, there was a desire to preserve social connections as current residents move out and
new ones move in. The work of the association to date has helped to strengthen resident
connections within the neighborhood. Below are the strategies identified to help further
community building activities within the Stevens Park neighborhood moving forward.
GOAL #1
Develop community investment partnerships to promote resident
engagement and neighborhood growth to create a friendly and
inclusive environment for all neighborhood residents.
OBJECTIVE 1A: STRENGTHEN AND EXPAND SOCIAL CONNECTIONS WITHIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
AND BROADER COMMUNITY
Action 1: Establish a social committee.
Action 2: Annually identify and sponsor a minimum of two (2) social events that appeal to residents of
all ages.
Action 3: Annually obtain a list of neighborhood landlords to establish a working relationship through
regular invitations to neighborhood meetings /events and ensure delivery of newsletters.
Action 4: Actively seek opportunities to partner with other neighborhoods, businesses, and
community groups on special projects and events.
OBJECTIVE 113: ENHANCE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMUNICATION MECHANISMS
Action 1: Establish a communications committee.
Action 2: Create a packet for new neighbors with neighborhood association informational brochure /fact
sheet to welcome all new residents.
Action 3: Partner with local businesses to provide coupons /discounts for goods and services for new
residents.
Action 4: Expand existing newsletter to include additional content on safety, code compliance, and
available neighborhood real estate.
Action 5: Explore the creation of a Stevens Park Neighborhood website.
Action 6: Explore options for communicating through social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter,
Nextdoor.com).
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OBJECTIVE 1C: DEVELOP THE LEADERSHIP SKILLS OF NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEMBERS
Action 1: Encourage resident participation in leadership development training opportunities
Action 2: Create a succession plan to recruit new leaders.
Action 3: Nominate emerging leaders to serve on city -wide neighborhood alliance and association
committees.
OBJECTIVE 1D: PROMOTE NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY
Action 1: Establish a safety committee to address resident concerns
Action 2: Provide safety education and implement interventions to promote a safe neighborhood.
Action 3: Strengthen and expand relationships with OPD and district officers.
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Housing
Homes in the Stevens Park neighborhood began developing in the mid - nineteenth century and
reflect a diverse range of style, character and size. Many of the homes within the neighborhood
are built with quality materials. Many homes are well maintained with landscaped yards which are
tended to with pride by existing homeowners. Based on the age of the existing housing stock
many of the homes require continual maintenance and some homes have fallen into disrepair,
requiring substantial investment to bring them back to life. Throughout the planning process
residents agreed upon the importance of well- maintained housing and the influence it has on
desirability of the neighborhood. Residents felt it was important to maintain a high standard of
maintenance and within the neighborhood to protect equity for existing and future homeowners.
Based on data obtained from ESRI Community Analyst the neighborhood housing stock is 60.7%
owner occupied. It is important to note that not all homes that are considered to be non -owner
occupied are actually rental properties. Properties considered to be non -owner occupied also
represent homes that are currently vacant, listed on the market for sale, or are not the owner's
primary residence (i.e. vacation or secondary home).
The graph on the right compares owner
occupied parcels within the Stevens
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Park neighborhood to the City of
Oshkosh as a whole. The City of 75.00%
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decline in homeownership over the last ��
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Park neighborhood which has
experienced a 4% decline. Ownership
projections indicate the Stevens Park
neighborhood housing will be
approximately 60.10% owner occupied
by 2020.
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— Stevens Park --*--City of Oshkosh
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2010 Summary File 1.
ESRI forecasts for 2015 and 2020.
Below are the housing priorities identified by residents during the neighborhood planning process.
GOAL #2
Promote continual reinvestment in neighborhood housing to enhance the
stability and desirability of the neighborhood
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OBJECTIVE 2A: ENCOURAGE HIGH STANDARDS OF PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND
REINVESTMENT WITHIN THE STEVENS PARK NEIGHBORHOOD
Action 1: Host workshops to educate property owners on proper maintenance techniques.
Action 2: Develop recognition programs to showcase property owners /tenants whom improve their
property.
Action 3: Promote housing revitalization programs and incentives to upgrade and improve housing
conditions throughout the neighborhood.
Action 4: Partner with City staff to educate property owners on municipal codes and enforcement
methods to address problem properties.
Action 5: Advocate for community partnerships to revitalize neighborhood homes within the
neighborhood.
OBJECTIVE 2B. ENCOURAGE HOME OWNERSHIP IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD.
Action 1: Provide marketing materials to realtors to promote the Stevens Park neighborhood as one of
choice.
Action 2: Sponsor open houses and neighborhood tours to support home sales.
Action 3: Encourage neighbors to refer homes on the market to friends and family (utilize Facebook &
email).
Action 4: Promote available home buyer incentives to prospective home buyers to increase the home
ownership rate in the neighborhood.
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Land Use
The Stevens Park neighborhood is roughly
219 acres and is made up of 837 parcels.
The neighborhood has a mixture of land
uses but is predominately zoned Two -
Family Residential (R -2) but there are
pockets of commercial uses throughout the
neighborhood. The chart on the right shows
the current distribution of land use within
the Stevens Park neighborhood.
Stevens Park Neighborhood Land Use
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The City's Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map does recommend any changes to the existing
land use pattern in the neighborhood. Due to the mixed use nature of areas of the neighborhood,
it will be important that future commercial investment does not negatively impact adjacent
residential uses. Below are the current priorities related to land use in the Stevens Park
neighborhood.
GOAL #3
Encourage an appropriate a 10 compatible mix of residential,
commercial and institutional uses.
OBJECTIVE 3A: PRESERVE THE RESIDENTIAL CHARACTER WITHIN THE STEVENS PARK
NEIGHBORHOOD.
Action 1: Work with City staff and local non - profits to ensure high quality design for all
redevelopment /development projects.
OBJECTIVE 313: DEVELOP EQUITY THROUGH ASSET BUILDING
Action 1: Establish a neighborhood beautification committee
Action 2: Continue to identify, advocate, and sponsor special projects and events that enhance and
beautify the neighborhood's public spaces
Action 3: Organize regular neighborhood walks /cleanup events.
Action 4: Sponsor targeted block -level beautification projects.
OBJECTIVE 3C: ANNUALLY IDENTIFY AND PRIORITIZE ABANDONED AND /OR NEGLECTED
PROPERTIES REQUIRING THE MOST IMMEDIATE ATTENTION.
Action 1: Arrange quarterly walks with the City officials to identify and prioritize properties in need of
attention.
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Transportation
Throughout the planning process there were many conversations surrounding the quality of
existing streets and sidewalks within the Stevens Park neighborhood. Survey respondents
reported that quality streets and sidewalks were an important opportunity to address moving
forward. The City of Oshkosh Capital Improvement Program identifies multiple streets within the
Stevens Park neighborhood proposed for reconstruction over the next five years. Many of the
concerns will be addressed by these reconstruction projects, however it will be important that
residents are engaged as improvements move forward. Opportunities to incorporate traffic
calming measures would address concerns raised with speeding in the neighborhood.
The City of Oshkosh Pedestrian and Bicycle Circulation Plan was approved in 2011 and
recommends strategies for improving bicycle and pedestrian transportation throughout the
Oshkosh area. Stevens Park residents indicated a strong desire for a safe, efficient and diverse
transportation network within the neighborhood to support the active residents that live there.
The Pedestrian and Bicycle Circulation Plan recommends Bowen Street and Washington Avenue
incorporate bike lanes in the neighborhood. Additional bicycle infrastructure is proposed on Bay
Shore Drive, Frankfort Street, Rosalia Street, Ceape Avenue and School Avenue. The
recommended type of bike facility to be installed is indicated on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan
Recommended Facilities map in Appendix A.
Strategies below have been developed to ensure the Stevens Park neighborhood continues to
promote safe, efficient and diverse modepof transportation.
GOAL #4
Encourage a safe, maintained, and efficient multi -modal
transportation network for all users.
OBJECTIVE 4A: ENCOURAGE WELL MAINTAINED MULTI -MODAL TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES.
Action 1: Advocate implementation of facility recommendations based on the Bicycle and Pedestrian
Circulation Plan.
Action 2: Monitor continued access to public transportation.
Action 3: Work with the Department of Public Works to ensure residents are aware of future road
reconstruction projects.
OBJECTIVE 413: PURSUE OPPORTUNITIES TO ENHANCE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE.
Action 1: Advocate for sidewalk and street improvements.
Action 2: Coordinate with the City of Oshkosh Public Works Department to ensure neighborhood
understanding of the current Capital Improvement Program and input prior to implementation.
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OBJECTIVE 4C: SUPPORT SAFE AND ACCESSIBLE PEDESTRIAN AND TRAFFIC ROUTES.
Action 1: Coordinate with the Oshkosh Police Department to determine tactics to reduce speeding.
Action 2: Identify areas that offer safety improvement opportunities.
Action 3: Explore opportunities to install bus shelters at high use locations.
Action 4: Develop a regular schedule to monitor traffic volumes and speed along neighborhood streets.
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Economic Development
Neighborhood businesses can be interesting and vibrant community centers for neighborhoods.
They provide social, recreational and entertainment opportunities for a community while
providing the day -to -day needs for the neighborhood. They are important and meaningful in
creating a sense of place and in providing a shared identity for residents. Revitalizing them
matters. The Stevens Park neighborhood is
unique because many of the original corner
commercial structures still exist today, such as
the one below which is located on the corner
of Rosalia Street and Rahr Avenue.
Stabilization and regeneration of
neighborhood businesses creates positive
conditions for neighborhood life, including
improved access to goods and services, greater
social connectivity, and improved property
values. In addition, it contributes to resident
wealth - building by fostering local retail
entrepreneurialism. A number of the existing commercial properties are used as local taverns but
there are locally owned restaurants, a convenience store, gas station, and a recreational music
center, to name a few. During the planning process, residents expressed a desire to maintain the
existing mixed -use nature of their neighborhood, but they expressed concerns relating so some of
the negative impacts that commercial establishments can create. For example, there were
multiple comments in the neighborhood survey related to noise and parking at commercial
establishments. It was important that future economic development activities be undertaken to
promote a positive relationship between residents and business owners. Below are the strategies
that have been developed to support local businesses while retaining the residential property
values and the character of the neighborhood.
GOAL #5
Protect and enhance neighborhood property values while supporting
neighborhood businesses.
OBJECTIVE 5A: MAINTAIN CONVENIENT ACCESS TO GOODS AND SERVICES.
Action 1: Encourage residents to support and patronize existing quality local businesses.
Action 2: When opportunities arise, encourage residents to participate in public meetings re: plans for
redevelopment, rezoning, etc.
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OBJECTIVE 513: IMPROVE EXISTING COMMERCIAL AREAS.
Action 1: Encourage site and building improvements for commercial uses that serve the needs of the
neighborhood with landscaping, facade improvements, special signage, grounds maintenance, parking
lot paving and repair, lighting and new pedestrian facilities.
Action 2: Advocate for review of on- street parking ordinance to address resident concerns with parking
at businesses located at an intersection.
Action 3: Explore utilizing vacant store fronts to showcase /promote neighborhood assets or events.
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Utilities and Community Facilities
The desire to provide a high level of both public and
private utilities is consistent with the City of
Oshkosh Comprehensive Plan. The neighborhood -
wide survey highlighted resident concern related to
flooding and the condition of underground utilities
in the neighborhood. In 2015, the Assistant Director
of the Department of Public Works presented at
one of the monthly neighborhood meetings to
provide an update on the City's Proposed 5 -Year
Capital Improvement Program, which will include
many public projects within the Stevens Park Neighborhood (pictured above). Existing underground
utilities will be upgraded as a result of many of the proposed projects, which will positively impact
the identified goal below. Additionally, The City of Oshkosh Public Works Department contracted
with Strand Associates, Inc. to develop strategies to address flooding concerns throughout
the community. The goals for the City's storm water management approach are as follows:
• Reduce health and safety impacts due to street d property flooding
• Reduce the amount of clear water impact t ani sewer system
• Improve water quality
• Eliminate street surcharging for up to 10 -year design storm
• Maintain street driveablity for u - ear design storm
• Contain street surcharging wi i t -of -way for up to 100 year design storm
Progress has been made to meet ma y of the goals of the City's storm water management
approach; however, there is still work that can be done to ensure both private and public utilities
are well maintained and provide for the needs of residents. The objectives below were developed
to ensure residents are informed of flood mitigation strategies and available incentive programs to
address concerns.
GOAL #6
Ensure access to community facilities by enhancing public
infrastructure for current and future neighborhood residents
OBJECTIVE 6A: ENSURE MAINTENANCE OF STEVENS PARK
Action 1: Continue to coordinate park maintenance with the City of Oshkosh Parks Department.
Action 2: Schedule seasonal clean -up events.
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OBJECTIVE 613: UTILIZE A PROACTIVE APPROACH TO STORM WATER CONCERNS
Action 1: Partner with City staff and local non - profits to educate neighbors on best practices and tools to
address storm water concerns.
Action 2: Inform residents about storm water mitigation options and incentives for rain barrels, rain
gardens and pervious materials.
Action 3: Host a workshop or event to build rain barrels.
OBJECTIVE 6C: EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES TO ADD ADDITIONAL LIGHTING SOURCES
THROUGHOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Action 1: Invite WPS and City staff to a neighborhood meeting to discuss existing public lighting.
Action 2: Encourage property owners to install front porch lights by promoting available City programs.
Action 3: Investigate possibilities of enhancing the lighting at Washington School to address security
concerns.
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Natural and Cultural Resources
Oshkosh is rich with natural and cultural resources and the Stevens Park neighborhood showcases
many. Cultural resources include historic buildings and monuments as well as ancient and historic
archeological sites. Cultural resources could also be viewed as stories of residents that have lived
in the neighborhood for many years. The Stevens Park neighborhood is bordered by the
Washington Avenue Historic District on the north and Lake Winnebago on the east which are only
two examples of the many cultural and natural resources available to residents in the area. The
Washington Avenue Historic District is a large, principally residential district. The District is
characterized by large impressive homes dating from the late 19th and early 20th century, owned
at the time by many of the city's leading families. Most
homes are large, 2 % story of late Queen Anne and Colonial
Revival architectural style, as well as Prairie -
influenced and European Revival styles and also Italianate,
Tudor Revival and one French Norman. Most of the homes
in the District are frame construction, which corresponds
with Oshkosh's long history as a lumbering and
woodworking city.
The Washington District has been described as one of the most prominent and fine residential areas
since early development as evidenced by the prominent families who resided there. Some of
these homes were designed by notable architects William Waters, E.E. Stevens, and the firm of Auler
and Jensen, (formed upon the death of William Waters in 1917).
Lake Winnebago provides year round
access to recreational opportunities and
events, not to mention the beautiful
vistas offered throughout the
neighborhood. Below are the current
strategies identified to help further
promote the many natural and cultural
resources located within the Stevens
Park neighborhood.
GOAL # 7
Preserve and protect cultural and natural resources, including scenic
vistas, streetscapes, and the architectural integrity of housing to
promote Stevens Park as a neighborhood of choice.
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OBJECTIVE 7A: MAINTAIN A DESIRABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE RESIDENTS
Action 1: Provide educational opportunities that teach residents the value of cultural and natural
resources.
Action 2: Promote available tax credit incentives to preserve historic architecture.
OBJECTIVE 2. ENSURE PRESERVATION OF EXISTING RIVER AND LAKE VISTAS LOCATED
THROUGHOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Action 1: Inventory and promote maintenance of existing infrastructure.
Action 2: Sponsor beautification projects to enhance existing vistas.
OBJECTIVE 7A: SHARE THE STORY OF OUR NEIGHBORHOOD'S UNIQUE HISTORY
Action 1: Coordinate with the Landmarks Commission and Public Library to inventory historic
neighborhood assets.
Action 2: Develop a historic walking tour of the neighborhood's unique features.
Action 3: Promote the Washington Avenue Historic District.
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Intergovernmental Cooperation
There are many organizations that have an impact on the quality of life of a neighborhood. Future
success of neighborhood efforts will require coordination and collaboration to achieve identified
goals. Residents expressed a desire to ensure communication, collaboration and cooperation
between those organizations that influence the Stevens Park neighborhood. Developing strategies
that ensure collaboration will further success when implementing the neighborhood plan. The
development of a neighborhood plan
helps the City of Oshkosh understand
the vision and goals of residents living in
the Stevens Park neighborhood and
shows commitment to supporting the
neighborhood's activities. Coordination
with the Oshkosh Area School District to
support Washington Elementary School
should continue, as many residents
recognize the impact a quality school can have on property values and the desireablity of their
neighborhood. Below are the current strategies identified to help further cooperation between
the Stevens Park neighborhood and local organizations.
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residents, the City of Oshkosh its service providers, and other entities.
OBJECTIVE 8A: DEVELOP A PROCESS OF REGULAR COMMUNICATION AND COOPERATION WITH
CITY OF OSHKOSH AND COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS REGARDING ISSUES AFFECTING THE
NEIGHBORHOOD
Action 1: Invite City representatives to monthly neighborhood association meetings, as needed.
Action 2: Request City and School District Board and Commission agendas to ensure the neighborhood
steering committee is aware of projects and /or policies that may impact the neighborhood.
Action 3: Coordinate periodic or bi- annual roundtable discussions between neighborhood association
and community stakeholders to ensure the neighborhood's needs are being addressed.
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Appendix A
Neighborhood Maps
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They may show the approximate relative location of property, boundaries and other
feature from a variety of sources. These map(s) /datasets are provided for
information purposes only and may not be sufficient or appropriate for legal,
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purposes only and may not be sufficient or appropriate for legal, engineering, or
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During the summer of 2015, Planning Services Division staff completed a neighborhood -wide
assessment to better understand existing conditions within the Stevens Park neighborhood. The
neighborhood assessment is an important baseline inventory that will be completed again in three
to five years to measure the success of programming in the neighborhood. Below are multiple maps
showing available data on existing conditions within the Stevens Park neighborhood.
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In July of 2015, members of the Stevens Park Planning Team worked with city staff to survey
residents living in the neighborhood. The survey asked residents to identify assets they valued
and concerns they felt should be addressed within the neighborhood. Each property within the
neighborhood received a postcard with a link to an online version of the survey. Property
owners and tenants could also contact City staff to obtain a paper copy of the survey. Staff also
sent out approximately 350 paper copies of the survey which could be returned via a self -
addressed envelope. A total of 119 surveys were collected and the following graphs provide an
overview of the results.
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How would you rate the overall condition of the
properties in the neighborhood?
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Do you rent or own a home in the Stevens Park
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neighborhood, do you feel the market value of your
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neighborhood, do you feel the market value of your
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Appendix D
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Between January 1, 2011 and December 31, 2015 there was minimal change in police calls for
service within the Stevens Park neighborhood (includes both field initiated and dispatched
calls). There was a slight spike in calls during 2012, which is consistent with the city's overall
crime rate trend. In 2015 there was a total of 919 field initiated and dispatched calls within the
Stevens Park neighborhood.
Total Calls for Service 2011 -2015
1200
1056
1000...
975 919
800 844 918
600
400
200
0
2011 2012 2012, 2014 2015
A summary of field initiated and dispatched calls byevent type during the same time period is
included below. The data shows there were more general assist calls than person vs. person
crimes (battery, domestics, robbery, sex offenses harassment, etc) and property crimes
(damage to property, theft, auto theft, burglary) com fined. General assist and crime
prevention calls are likely a result of proactive crime watch efforts and resident's willingness to
report suspicious activity. The neighbor3their Al -wide survey results supports this by finding that
83% of respondents felt they could rely neighbor to watch their home while they were
away.
Police Calls for Service by Event Type
2011 -2015
Trends in crime data for each event type listed above can be found on the pages that follow.
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Civil Issues
2011
2012 2013
Community Service
1
2014 2015
109
87
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Crime Prevention
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127
81
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2011
2012 2013
Community Service
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2014 2015
109
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2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Crime Prevention
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127
81
2011 2012 2013
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270
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250
240
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Drugs & Alcohol
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2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
General Assists
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Medical
120
109
105
100
98
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80
60
40
20
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2011 2012 2013
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Person vs. Person
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Quality of Life
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2012 2013 2014 2015
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