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HomeMy WebLinkAbout_MinutesPCC ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL CO,W ITY OF SHKOSH ISCONSIN J12,2016 ULY REGULAR MEETING held Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall. Mayor Cummings presided. PRESENT: Council Members Deb Allison-Aasby, Caroline Panske, Benjamin Stepanek, Tom Pech, Jr., Lori Palmeri, Steven Herman, and Mayor Steve Cummings ALSO PRESENT: Mark Rohloff, City Manager; Pamela Ubrig, City Clerk; Lynn Lorenson, City Attorney; and James Rabe, Director of Public Works Council Member Allison-Aasby read the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Allison-Aasby. P UBLIC HEARINGS Resolution 16-345 Approval of Final Resolution for Special Assessments Concrete Paving, Asphalt Paving, Sidewalk & Curb Repair, Sanitary Sewer Laterals, Water Main Relay & Installation – West 5 Avenue from South Eagle th Street to Knapp Street MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Allison-Aasby) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings CSC ITIZEN TATEMENTS TO OUNCIL Sharon Koerner, 709 Merritt Avenue, complimented the police officers who patrolled on bicycles who addressed her concern with loud fireworks near her home on July 4, 2016. She asked what the rules were regarding drones as someone operated one near her home. Council Member Pech stated he believed drones were covered by the Federal Aviation Administration. 1 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Jeffrey Decker, 1119 Otter Avenue, stated he was present to speak about the landlord inspection ordinance. Mayor Cummings stated he needed to wait until that ordinance came up on the agenda. Mr. Decker stated he also appreciated having seen police officers out on bicycles and foot patrol. Jane Robson, 815 Ceape Avenue, stated she was disappointed to learn that Frugal Fashion would be closed as she believed it brought both aesthetic value and a low priced shopping option to the City of Oshkosh. She expressed concern regarding the presence of another tavern in the City. CA ONSENT GENDA Approval of Bills presented by the Finance Director Resolution 16-346 Approve Steven’s Park Neighborhood Plan (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Elizabeth Williams, Associate Planner, explained the plan would include a neighborhood history in addition to goals and objectives to ensure that over time the neighborhood would flourish. She explained that residents worked closely with Staff to develop the plan. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the transition of long term residents being replaced by new home owners was a concern for residents. Ms. Williams stated the residents wished to have the neighborhood continue long term and remain a family friendly neighborhood. Council Member Herman asked if there was a particular project the neighborhood association planned to focus on during the next year. Ms. Williams explained they wanted to strengthen the relationship with Washington Elementary School. She stated they had worked actively with the PTO to address concerns with safety and lighting at the school. She explained the neighborhood was also on the CIP for street projects within the next five years and the survey reflected that street conditions were one of the top concerns. 2 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Council Member Herman stated it was a great plan. Council Member Panske stated it was a well-developed plan and thanked the neighborhood and Ms. Williams for their time and involvement. Resolution 16-347 Approve Agreement with Watco Companies for Engineering Services for Transload Facility in Southwest Industrial Park Resolution 16-348 Approve Conditional Use Permit Planned Development for Water Tower; 400 Block of Marion Road (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 16-349 Approve Conditional Use Permit & Planned Development Amendment for an Outdoor Ceremony Area Located at 3125 South Washburn Street (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) Resolution 16-350 Approve Professional Service Agreement with Tyler Technologies for Property Assessment Revaluation 2017 (127,500.00) Resolution 16-351 Approve Land Sale Corner of Fernau Court & Fernau Avenue; Northwest Industrial Park ($45,975.80) Resolution 16-352 Approve Revision to Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund Manual Resolution 16-353 Approve $125,000.00 in Capital Catalyst Matching Funds from Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund Council Member Pech stated it had often been said that Oshkosh was not business friendly. He stated the City invested 2.7 million dollars into a revolving loan fund to reinvest in the community. He stated with the significant investment and the public/private partnership with Go-EDC the Council had demonstrated its commitment to business development. Resolution 16-354 Approve Capital Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund Manual 3 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Resolution 16-355 Approve Combination “Class B” License, Special Class “B” Licenses, Operator Licenses & Taxicab Driver Licenses Council Member Pech requested 16-352 and 16-354 be pulled for separate consideration. MOTION: ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA EXCLUDING RESOLUTIONS 16-352 & 16-354 (Pech; second, Allison-Aasby) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Resolution 16-352 Approve Revision to Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund Manual MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Stepanek) MOTION: AMEND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVOLVING LOAN FUND PROGRAM MANUAL SUBJECT TO REVIEW & APPROVAL BY CITY ATTORNEY (Pech; second, Allison-Aasby) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings VOTE ON AMENDED RESOLUTION CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Council Member Pech stated he had pulled Resolution 16-352 and 16-354 as there was minor language that needed to be reviewed and addressed by the City Corporation Council. He stated the Long Range Finance Committee approved both resolutions unanimously but there were additional revisions needed. Council Member Panske asked what the timeframe would be for the revisions. Ms. Lorenson stated it would be a matter of days. She explained there had been a short time period for revisions prior to the resolutions being submitted for the agenda, and she expected to have them complete in the near future. Council Member Pech thanked Ms. Audra Hoy and Mr. Jason White from Go-EDC for their involvement and stated Oshkosh was business friendly and hoped to expand business relationships in the City. 4 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Resolution 16-354 Approve Capital Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund Manual MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Allison-Aasby) MOTION: AMEND CAPITAL CATALYST REVOLVING LOAN FUND PROGRAM MANUAL SUBJECT TO REVIEW & APPROVAL OF CITY ATTORNEY (Pech; second, Panske) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings VOTE ON AMENDED RESOLUTION CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings ATOR CTION AKEN ON RDINANCES AND ESOLUTIONS Ordinance 16-356 Amend Section 19-4(D) of the City of Oshkosh Municipal Code Related to Domesticated Animals in Parks (Advisory Parks Board Recommends Approval) MOTION: ADOPT (Panske; second, Herman) CARRIED: Ayes (6) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Herman, Mayor Cummings Noes (1) Palmeri Barbara Marin, 523 E Irving Avenue, expressed concern after she experienced dog owners not abiding by the requirements of the ordinance in the park. She expressed concern about animals being present in a crowded situation such as the 4 of July. th Kimberly Biedermann, 1624 Delaware Street, stated she lived near South Park and would like the opportunity to take her dog there. She explained in her experience in communities where dogs can be socialized they are better behaved. She stated the importance of citizen accountability and recommended if the public witnessed citizens not picking up after their dogs or using longer leashes to call the police. Sharon Koerner, 709 Merritt Avenue, expressed concern regarding dog owners who allowed their dogs to run loose. 5 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Matt Mikkelsen, 906 Winnebago Avenue, stated he supported responsible dog owners who utilized leashes to be allowed in the parks. Ray Maurer, Parks Director explained the community trend had been becoming more pet friendly during the last 5 to 10 years. He explained after receiving feedback from the citizens and other communities that allowed dogs in parks, the Parks Board ultimately decided they would like to try the allowance of domesticated animals on trails within City parks. He stated they would closely monitor feedback from the public, and if it became an issue, would bring it back to Council to change the ordinance. He stated in 2010 and 2011 when the Comprehensive Outdoor Plan was being developed dogs in parks was one of the top suggestions citizens brought forward. He stated historically the public had been divided on the issue. He explained the Parks Board would like to give it a chance and allow the parks to become pet friendly similar to the surrounding communities. He explained dogs would be restricted to trails which limits the amount of parks dogs were allowed in. He explained dogs would not be allowed near playgrounds, the beach, picnic areas, shelters, athletic fields, the zoo, golf course, or cemeteries. Council Member Panske asked if animals would be restricted from special events. Mr. Maurer stated yes and if animals were present at an event police could enforce the ordinance. Council Member Pech questioned the allowable leash length. Mr. Maurer stated the restricted leash length was six feet or less. He stated they had reached out to other communities with similar ordinances that had been in place for approximately five years and had received feedback that limiting dogs to trails had been successful. Council Member Palmeri questioned if the ordinance covered multiple types of domestic animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, and pigs. Mr. Maurer stated that the ordinance covered any domestic animal. Council Member Palmeri asked if the animals were required to have City licenses. Mr. Maurer stated that animals required both licenses and rabies tags. Council Member Palmeri asked how the enforcement of pet waste removal would take place in a timely manner. 6 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Mr. Maurer stated they would rely on the citizens and enforcement would be complaint based. He said there would also be an educational piece present in the parks that would be provided to citizens. He explained park staff would not have the authority to issue citations but could educate. He stated they would be working closely with the neighborhood groups. Council Member Palmeri questioned if out of the groups that had supported the ordinance had anyone volunteered to self-patrol during the pilot period to take care of responsibilities that other pet owners neglected. Mr. Maurer stated there had not been any group to step forward. He explained they would work with the neighborhood groups in close proximity to the parks. Council Member Herman questioned if the six foot leash requirement was part of an existing ordinance. Mr. Maurer stated yes. Council Member Herman questioned if park staff would also report incidents if they witnessed excessive violations to the ordinance. Mr. Maurer explained that staff would report excessive violations to the Police Department. Council Member Herman questioned if a citizen reported a violation to park staff if park staff would then contact police on behalf of the citizen. Mr. Maurer stated yes. A citizen from the audience questioned who would be liable if a person was bit in the park. Ms. Lorenson stated per Wisconsin State Statutes the dog owner would be liable. Council Member Pech stated there were responsible pet owners who understand that with rights comes responsibility. Mayor Cummings stated in his experience most dog walkers were responsible and followed City ordinance. 7 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Ordinance 16-357 Designate bike lanes on Irving Avenue from Wisconsin Street to Hazel Street MOTION: ADOPT (Panske; second, Stepanek) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Benjamin Rennert, 1113 E. Irving Avenue, stated Irving Avenue was a popular route for bicyclists and he believed a bicycle lane would help keep bicyclists and motorists safe. James Michelson, 1515 Northpoint Street, explained the importance of bike lanes in Oshkosh. He stated a bicycle lane would provide multiple links between key points in the City including the University, Menominee Park, and the Wiowash Trail. He stated a bicycle lane would give bicyclists a sense of safety on the road. Council Member Stepanek stated he believed the bicycle lanes would provide safety to bicyclists and motorists. He explained the bicycle lanes would help connect the University to Menominee Park and would allow students to see a different aspect of Oshkosh. Council Member Herman stated he would advise bicyclists to get off their bikes and walk over the railroad tracks or damage could occur to the bicycle or the bicyclist. Council Member Allison-Aasby expressed concern due to high vehicle traffic in the area. She stated bicycle lanes would be a public safety measure as bicyclists would continue to travel the route. Council Member Pech explained it was important for bicyclists to wear helmets and remove ear-buds so they would remain aware of surroundings on City streets. Ordinance 16-358 Designate W. 5 Avenue as a One Way Street for Westbound Traffic from th 220 Feet East of Nebraska Street to Nebraska Street MOTION: ADOPT (Herman; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Council Member Herman explained the street would be designated as a one-way to allow the business who purchased the building to install angle parking. He stated it would also help traffic near the Dockside area. He stated the street change demonstrated the Council’s commitment to small businesses. 8 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Ordinance 16-359 Approve Zone Change/Downtown Oshkosh YMCA from C-3 Central Commercial District, R-2 PD Two Family Residence District with Planned Development Overlay, R-5 Multiple Dwelling District & R- 5PD Multiple Dwelling District with Planned Development Overlay to C-3PD Central Commercial District with Planned Development Overlay; 324 Washington Avenue MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Panske) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Ordinance 16-360 Approve Zone Change from A-2 General Agriculture Extraterritorial Zoning to A-1 Light Agriculture Extraterritorial Zoning; Southeast Corner of 9 Street Road & Clairville Road,Town of Algoma th WITHDRAWN BY PETITIONER Ordinance 16-361 Approve Creating Division 6 Residential Rental Contact Registration & Inspection Program of Chapter 16 Housing Code MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Palmeri) MOTION: LAY OVER UNTIL AUGUST 10, 2016 COUNCIL MEETING (Pech; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings John Scheelk, 520 Ceape Avenue, stated he believed the cost of the program would not have significant impact on his monthly rent. He stated he supported the program. Kathleen Propp, 1936 Hazel Street, stated she had previously owned rental properties in the City of Boulder which were subject to a five year rental inspection program similar to the Oshkosh proposal. She stated the purpose of the proposal was to ensure properties were safe and the buildings in working order. She stated she believed responsible landlords would welcome the program as a way to improve neighborhoods. Ann Marshall stated she was the Co-President of the Winnebago Chapter of the League of Women Voters and was present to speak on behalf of the League. She stated the League believed every family should have a safe and affordable place to live and supported housing policies that would stabilize older neighborhoods. She read excerpts from Act 176 and 9 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY stated the City’s proposal would mirror Wisconsin State Statutes and provide tenants a safe place to live. She explained that with time and other initiatives the older neighborhoods of Oshkosh would improve. She stated the League would like to see the ordinance pass. Bernard Pitz, 617 W. Irving Avenue, stated he and his family had been longtime property owners in Oshkosh and had not received any complaints. He stated he believed he should not have to pay a fee due to other landlords being irresponsible. He explained he felt the City was discriminating by selecting only certain types of rental properties to be inspected. He stated he believed the City should enforce existing codes instead of creating more. Mary Gabriel, 233 W. 9 Avenue, stated she believed the ordinance was unnecessary as there th were existing laws in place to accomplish what the City would like to do. She stated at any time a tenant felt their apartment was not up to code they could call the City to request an inspection. Council Member Pech explained that at one time municipalities were able to “go after” bad landlords but the State Legislature changed the rules with Act 176. He stated the City could no longer seek out specific landlords as the legislature states the inspection program must be uniform and apply to all landlords. Mayor Cummings explained that State Legislature took away local control over rental inspections. He explained the goal was to make sure the citizens of Oshkosh have clean and safe rental housing; not to create inspections. Council Member Pech stated the dormitories, nursing homes, and state housing fell under a different inspection program. Council Member Herman requested an explanation of why it was suggested by staff for the ordinance to be laid-over until August. Allen Davis, Director of Community Development, stated that while his staff had been working on the proposal for many months there were still areas remaining that needed additional research and preparation. He stated he had received feedback from landlords and tenants and would like additional time to discuss that information. Council Member Herman questioned if landlords who inspected their own properties would be able to use their own certification in place of the City’s certification. Mr. Davis stated more research was necessary to determine what types of inspections were performed and what the credentials were of the individuals performing the inspections. 10 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Council Member Herman asked for an explanation of a possible rebate program. Mr. Davis stated this would be difficult to implement with State Legislature stating the program needed to be uniform. Council Member Herman requested an explanation of tenant created violations. Mr. Davis stated it would be possible to cite tenants for violations involving things such as vehicles where it was evident the tenant was at fault. He stated it would be difficult to cite tenants for items involving the building as the landlord was responsible to comply with codes as the property owner. Council Member Herman questioned if there was a resource in Madison to answer questions related to writing the ordinance. Mr. Davis stated there was not a particular resource. He explained staff was receiving information from other municipalities that have rental inspection programs as well as the League of Municipalities. He stated there was no organization at the state level providing advice. Council Member Herman stated he believed the lack of a resource at the state level caused confusion and uncertainty. Mayor Cummings stated the Legislature took away local control which added complications and additional steps as the City Attorney and Council were now responsible for interpreting legislation and how it applied to the proposal. Mr. Davis explained the frustrations of having Act 176 passed as the rental inspection program was being written. He stated the feedback provided from the public demonstrated that work needed to be done at the state level to collaborate with local municipalities. Council Member Palmeri stated she had received many questions regarding an inspection checklist. She asked if there was a plan for an educational component of the program. Mr. Davis stated yes and that over the next month staff would be able to prepare a draft. Council Member Pech questioned if it would be a concern if a landlord updated a building component such as plumbing but did not pull a permit. 11 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Mr. Davis stated that permits were required for certain items related to plumbing and electrical work. He explained that the inspectors would be looking for code violations and not trying to determine what had been done with or without a permit. Council Member Panske questioned if staff was still looking for input from the landlord community, rental community, and Council. Mr. Davis stated that staff was still gathering input. Council Member Pech urged citizens to not just say ‘no’ but to come forward with a solution. Council Member Allison-Aasby stated that for every phone call she had received from a landlord not being in favor of the proposal she had received a phone call from a tenant or citizen in favor of the proposal. She asked those watching to keep in mind that Council represented a broad group of the community and were unable to discriminate against specific landlords. She stated she spoke with several landlords who did not necessarily support the proposal but were making an effort to provide others with the correct information. She stated there was misinformation being communicated in the community and was appreciative of those making an effort to correct it. Mayor Cummings stated the goal was safe and clean housing for the citizens of Oshkosh. Ordinance 16-362 Approve Creating Section 2-59.2 Rental Housing Advisory Board MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Panske) MOTION: LAY OVER UNTIL AUGUST 10, 2016 COUNCIL MEETING (Pech; second, Palmeri) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Bernard Pitz, 617 W. Irving Avenue, stated he believed it should be required for board members to be residents of Oshkosh. Council Member Pech questioned if it would be required for an appointed board member to be a resident of Oshkosh. Mr. Davis stated yes as this was the case with all Boards and Commissions. 12 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Council Member Pech questioned if an individual could be appointed to the board if they owned rental property within City limits but did not live within City limits. Mr. Davis stated they would not be able to be appointed. Ms. Lorenson confirmed the information was correct. Council Member Palmeri requested the verbiage be changed to reflect an equal spot for both tenant and landlord. Mr. Davis stated revisions would be made. Resolution 16-363 Approve Planned Development of a Community Fitness Center; 324 Washington Avenue/Downtown YMCA (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) MOTION: ADOPT (Allison-Aasby; second, Herman) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Resolution 16-364 Approve Phase III of 2015 Great Neighborhoods Capital Improvement Programs Funding in the Amount of $120,000.00 & Approve Phase I of 2016 Great Neighborhoods Capital Improvement Programs Funding in the amount of $104,050.00 MOTION: ADOPT (Panske; second, Allison-Aasby) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Kathy Webb, 543 Otter Avenue, stated she was present to represent River East Neighborhood Association. She explained the neighborhood association had a design in mind for the Williams Water Plaza and was requesting $85,000. She stated the neighborhood association would like to partner with the City and community to raise needed funds to redevelop the space. She requested funding for two garbage cans to be placed on the Riverwalk in Riverside Park. Lisa Voss, 1025 Canterbury Drive, stated she was present to speak on behalf of the Oshkosh Public Library. She stated they were in support of the Williams Water Plaza Project and 13 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY believed it would enhance the neighborhood. She the project would be an ideal way for the Library to reach out to the community. She stated the Library would assist the neighborhood association in fundraising efforts. Jennifer Jenson, 2420 Parkside Drive, stated she was a representative of Ferry Crossing Neighborhood Association. She stated they were in favor of the project and believed it would improve the neighborhood. Julie Kiefer, 2810 Fox Tail Lane, Sawyer Creek Neighborhood Association, Rachel Palomaki, 1280 Fairfax Street, Sawyer Creek Neighborhood Association, Karen Behring, 2925 Quail Court, Brenda Garrison Bruden, Principal of Carl Traeger Elementary and member of Sawyer Creek Neighborhood Association. Ms. Kiefer stated the group was present to request Council to consider an inclusive playground at Carl Traeger Elementary School which serves as the neighborhood’s park. She explained it would be a joint project between the neighborhood association, the Oshkosh Area School District, the Parent/Teacher Organization and the YMCA on 20 Avenue. She stated they had raised approximately th $50,000 to provide the match for the grant request. She explained the plan would be ready to go pending approval from Council. Mayor Cummings thanked the participants of the neighborhood associations for making a positive impact on the community. Council Member Palmeri questioned who owned William Waters Plaza. Mr. Davis explained the City’s Right of Way was the technical owner. Council Member Palmeri asked which surrounding property owners had collaborated on the project. Ms. Williams explained the Landmarks Commission, the Historic Preservation, the Downton Business Improvement District, the developer to the north, the Public Library, and the neighborhood association residents were involved in the project. Council Member Palmeri questioned if there was a maintenance agreement developed. Ms. Williams stated the maintenance of the facility would be the responsibility of the Parks Department. She stated she wished to thank the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation as a large part of the funding would be leveraged by the foundation. 14 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Council Member Pech stated he would support the project and appreciated the public’s involvement. Council Member Herman questioned where the funding would come from. Mr. Davis stated the funding was from the City’s Capital Improvement Program. Resolution 16-365 Approve Updated Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Policy & Application Guidelines MOTION: ADOPT (Pech; second, Herman) MOTION: LAY OVER UNTIL JULY 26, 2016 COUNCIL MEETING (Allison- Aasby; second, Panske) CARRIED: Ayes (5) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Palmeri, Mayor Cummings Noes (2) Pech, Herman Council Member Pech explained that the Long Range Finance Committee had approved the re-write of the policy. Council Member Allison-Aasby stated due to the significant change in the policy she would like to lay over the resolution until the Council meeting following the Strategic Planning session. Council Member Herman asked for an explanation of the policy changes. Mr. Davis explained the Beach Building TIF precipitated the discussion. He stated there were provisions in the current TIF policy to give the Beach Building a ‘variance’ as to what they submitted did not meet current guidelines. He explained the Beach Building project was one of many to come that would require the same type of variance which prompted staff to re-write the policy to better fit those redevelopment projects. He stated staff had worked with other municipalities and Ehlers to determine guidelines to re-write the policy. Council Member Herman questioned how the change offered protection to the City. Todd Taves, Senior Municipal Advisor Principal from Ehlers, explained the importance of conducting an analysis of the developers to determine how much public participation is necessary to make the project economically feasible and provide a fair rate of return to the developer. He explained it would be a project to project evaluation. He stated that policy 15 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY should be a guideline but also not constrain potential projects that would have value for the City. Council Member Allison-Aasby stated she was not comfortable with a significant change of policy without the opportunity for discussion. Mr. Rohloff stated if there were concerns with the policy to please let staff know. Council Member Palmeri stated she had concerns about the policy criteria and supported the layover to provide more time for discussion. Resolution 16-366 Approve Tax Increment District No. 29 Project Plan; Designate Tax Increment District No. 29 Boundaries; Create Tax Increment District No. 29 Morgan District Redevelopment (Plan Commission Recommends Approval) MOTION: ADOPT (Panske; second, Allison-Aasby) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings Peter Lang, 2300 White Swan Drive, Grant Schwab 4006 Stonegate Drive, Nicholas Lang, 1950 Whiteswan Drive stated they were present to answer questions. Council Member Herman questioned what the anticipated start date would be if the TIF were approved. Mr. Peter Lang stated they were working through the final stages of development and would like to begin in the fall or early spring. Mr. Nicholas Lang explained they had spent significant time preparing for the project and were ready to begin. Council Member Herman stated he believed the citizens would be pleased with the project. Council Member Allison-Aasby stated she spoke with Mr. Schwab about the project and shared her concerns. She explained she believed there had been a lot of due diligence, investigation and investment in the mixed use project. Mr. Nicholas Lang stated the site was large and there was a possibility of condominiums that could be added to the plan. 16 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Council Member Pech stated the location of the project was significant due to improvements the City had made along the riverfront. Council Member Palmeri asked for an explanation of how many full-time jobs would result from the project and the environmental sustainability aspect. Mr. Schwab stated their grocery store partners were present and that phase would create the most jobs. Kristy Mauer, owner of Fresh City Market in Madison, explained she anticipated approximately 15 full-time employees and an additional 150 part-time employees. Council Member Palmeri asked for an explanation of the salary range for those employees. Ms. Mauer stated they were competitive in the market and ranged anywhere from $15.00 an hour and up. Council Member Palmeri asked for a specific example of a salary for a manager at the grocery store. Ms. Mauer stated the meat manager made $20.00 an hour in the Madison market. She explained depending on the market in the Oshkosh area she expected similar positions to fall within that range. Mayor Cummings stated he was impressed with the transformation of the river area. CD,DCMFAI OUNCIL ISCUSSION IRECTION TO ITY ANAGER AND UTURE GENDA TEMS Mayor Cummings reminded Council of the presentation by East Central/Go-EDC on Initiative 41 during the August 23, 2016 Council meeting. Council Member Pech explained Council and the City had been informed of several issues at Sawdust Days. Mr. Rohloff stated the Police Department would provide Council a post incident report and the Special Event Coordinating Committee would work with staff to identify issues. Council Member Pech expressed concern that the City did not receive any recognition for the contribution of 50% of the funds for the fireworks. 17 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY Mayor Cummings reminded Council of the Strategic Planning Workshop, July 14, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m, the Budget Workshop, July 20, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., the Sustainability Board Workshop on ICLEI Milestones, July 26, 2016 at 5:00 p.m., and the Municipal Court Workshop, August 23, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. CSC ITIZEN TATEMENTS TO OUNCIL Lee Williams, 331 Broad Street, stated he is frustrated by lack of parking on Saturday mornings at the library due to the Farmers Market. Council Member Herman stated the Parking Utility Board had approved the suspension of citations for vehicles exceeding the 30 minute parking limit. He stated they were ticketing vehicles parked in reserved stalls and tenant stalls but not the public portions of parking lots. Mr. Williams explained he had been unable to find an open stall within the library parking lot on Saturday mornings. Council Member Herman explained some of the vehicles could be tenants that live in the adjacent apartments but other vehicles that were present would not be ticketed during the farmers market for exceeding the length of parking time stated on the signs. Mr. Rohloff stated he would work with farmers market staff to make sure vendors did not park at the library. Council Member Panske stated she did note a large produce truck parked in front of the library which took up multiple spots. Mr. Rohloff stated he would address vendor parking. CMA&S OUNCIL EMBER NNOUNCEMENTS TATEMENTS Council Member Pech explained that July 12th was the beginning of the Live at the Leach series and encouraged the public to come out and support the event during the following weeks. 18 – PCCJ12,2016 ROCEEDINGS OF THE OMMON OUNCIL ULY CMAS ITY ANAGER NNOUNCEMENT AND TATEMENTS Mr. Rohloff reminded Council of the Council Meeting date change to August 10 and th November 9, 2016, due to elections. th Council Member Panske explained the need for additional pollworkers and asked anyone interested to please apply. Mr. Rohloff stated he asked departments to prepare an exception report that identified areas that were below plan or in caution. He stated some examples included the Buckstaff Building, bus replacement, Menominee and Rainbow Park plans, general obligation debt, employee recognition and performance metrics. MOTION: THE COUNCIL MAY CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO SECTION 19.85(1)(C) OF THE WISCONSIN STATE STATUTES TO DISCUSS THE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION AND COMPENSATION REGARDING THE CITY MANAGER AN EMPLOYEE OVER WHICH THE COMMON COUNCIL HAS JURISDICTION AND EXERCISES RESPONSIBILITY. (Allison-Aasby; second, Pech) CARRIED: Ayes (7) Allison-Aasby, Panske, Stepanek, Pech, Palmeri, Herman, Mayor Cummings MOTION: ADJOURN (Pech; second, Panske) CARRIED: VOICE VOTE The meeting adjourned at 8:19 p.m. PAMELA R. UBRIG CITY CLERK 19