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HomeMy WebLinkAbout7-31-17 minutesRDA Minutes July 31, 2017 Page 1 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES July 31, 2017 PRESENT:Thomas Belter,Jack Bermingham Steve Cummings,Steve Hintz,Jason Lasky, Archie Stam EXCUSED:Doug Person STAFF:Allen Davis, Executive Director/Community Development Director;Darlene Brandt,Grants Coordinator;Andrea Flanigan, Recording Secretary; Chairman Cummings called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes of May 17, 2017 were approved as distributed (Stam/Lasky). Res.17-08 Approve Lease Agreement with H&M Commercial LLC 43 E. 7th Avenue Motion by Belter to move Res.17-08 Seconded by Hintz There was no discussion on the item. The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. Res.17-09 Approve Extension for Option to Purchase a Portion of Parcel H –Corner of Jackson Street and Pearl Avenue; Oshkosh Bier Brewing, LLC Motion by Belter to move Res.17-09 Seconded by Hintz Mr.Fulbright provided background on a potential 15,000 square foot brewery and 2,000 square foot tap room on Parcel H. He stated the need for the extension was due diligence for the project and to determine if the site was feasible for the project.As the project evolves more questions arise. The extension would allow for follow through on these questions.The brewery would have a positive impact on the surrounding area including the riverwalk.He stated the target date is April 2018. Mr. Lasky inquired if the 5 month extension was enough time for Mr. Fulbright to do his due diligence and make a decision and the end of November. Mr. Fulbright stated he would need 6 months. RDA Minutes July 31, 2017 Page 2 Mr. Davis stated there is a 5 month option on the agenda but the RDA can amend the resolution to 6 months. Mr. Lasky inquired if anyone else had expressed interest in the parcel. Mr. Davis responded negatively. Mr. Hintz motioned to amend resolution 17-09 to approve a 6 month extension for an option to purchase a portion of Parcel H at the Corner of Jackson Street and Pearl Avenue to Oshkosh Bier Brewing LLC. Seconded by Lasky The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. Motion by Belter to approve resolution 17-09 as amended. Seconded by Stam. The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. Res.17-10 Approve Continuing Urban Green Space Use; Northeast Corner of Central Street and West Parkway Avenue Motion by Hintz to move Res.17-10 Seconded by Stam Mr. Hintz stated he was impressed with the upkeep of the green spaces by the neighborhood. He stated as the property continues to improve, he wants to make sure the neighborhood is still aware that the green space is not permanent, if a proposed development arises. Mr. Cummings inquired if there was a contact person if the property needed maintenance. Ms. Brandt stated Ms. Palmeri is the contact person for Middle Village Neighborhood. Mr. Cummings inquired how we are ensuring the neighborhood is maintaining the property. Mr. Davis stated the property is checked often and stated he has been satisfied with the maintenance. Mr. Hintz stated the RDA could be looking at an infinite amount of one year renewals if no development occurs. Mr. Davis stated it is important to look at this annually to make sure it is being maintained properly through the years. RDA Minutes July 31, 2017 Page 3 Mr. Hintz inquired if the annual renewal is meant for maintenance not for possibility of development. Mr. Davis stated in the short term, the renewal will be used for maintenance, but long term it could be looked at for potential development in the neighborhood. The effects of removing the blighted properties has caused many of the surrounding properties to make improvements to their homes. Mr. Lasky inquired if there was a development proposed for the site would the developer be able to propose mid-year or would they have to wait for the annual renewal. Mr. Davis responded a proposal could be made at any time. Mr. Cummings stated he preferred to keep the annual renewal to look back at what is going on in the neighborhood and property maintenance. Mr. Hintz stated it was important for the City and neighborhood to go over the long term expectations of the property so there are no surprises. The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. Res.17-11 Approve Continuing Urban Green Space Use; Southeast Corner of Ida Avenue and Franklin Street Motion by Stam to move Res.17-11 Seconded by Hintz No discussion The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. Res.17-12 Approve Land Disposition of Vacant Lot; Formerly 503 Waugoo Avenue to David Kozlowski and Geraldine Kozlowski ($3,500) Motion by Hintz to move Res.17-12 Seconded by Belter Mr. Davis stated the vacant lot would be acquired by the adjacent property owners and combined with their lot. Mr. Lasky inquired if the property went on the tax roll at $3,500. Mr. Davis stated when they combine the lot it will go to fair market value. The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. RDA Minutes July 31, 2017 Page 4 Res.17-13 Determination of Necessity; Establish Fair Market Value; Authorize Purchase-645 Jefferson Street Motion by Stam to move Res.17-13 Seconded by Belter Mr. Cummings inquired what the intended use would be. Mr. Davis stated Mr. Wesenberg has an option to purchase the properties to the north of 645 Jefferson Street. The house would be demolished and the lot would combine with the other vacant lots to make the project more feasible. Block grant funds are available for this type of blight removal and redevelopment. Mr. Lasky inquired if the City is responsible for the demolition. Mr. Davis stated block grant funds would pay for the asbestos removal and demolition costs. The item was called.Motion carried 6-0. Res.17-14 Approve Land Disposition of a Remnant Sliver of Land East of Dawes Street to Annex 71, LLC Motion by Lasky to move Res.17-14 Seconded by Stam Mr. Belter inquired if there was a legal description for the parcel or if it was a survey correction. Mr. Davis stated there is a legal description. Mr. Belter inquired about the sale price of the parcel. Mr. Davis stated the land would be sold for $1 as is. The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. Res.17-15 Declare and Approve Disposition of Surplus Property for Future Redevelopment Authority Acquisitions to Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh Restore Motion by Hintz to move Res.17-15 Seconded by Stam Mr. Cummings inquired if it was an open ended contract with Habitat. Mr.Davis stated it is a 3 year contract that is up for renewal. RDA Minutes July 31, 2017 Page 5 Mr. Belter inquired if this was an exclusive contract for Habitat. Mr. Davis stated this particular resolution is only for Habitat for Humanity. The item was called. Motion carried 6-0. Discussion: 700 and 800 Block South Main Street Regarding Environmental Testing and Possible Disposition Mr. Davis stated the topic for discussion has been brought to the RDA as a result of more development occurring in the area. The last time environmental testing was done on these sites was about 10 years ago. Testing indicated there would need to be remediation of the site if it were to be developed.There is no current information on how bid the plumes are or if they have migrated to other areas of the site. In order for developers to consider the site, these unknowns would need to be answered.The cost for remediation on each site could cost between $800,000- $1,000,000. Paul Timm from AECOM provided background information on the sites. Further testing on the sites would give the RDA and future developers a better idea of where they are able to build and show that the potential risks of the site are manageable.Like in past projects, the City would work with the DNR to obtain a Certificate of Completion for the site. The RDA agreed that further environmental testing of the site would help developers in deciding on whether or not to purchase the property. Executive Director’s Report The Oshkosh Arena project will be completed by the end of November. No offers have been made on 1017 Bowen Street. At this time staff is considering listing with a real estate agent. The RDA agreed to list the property with an agent. Final design and bidding is being prepared for the riverwalk section west of Oregon Street. City staff also submitted another riverwalk grant application to WisDNR for the section from Boatworks to the lagoon. Ms. Brandt stated Mr. Burns, the developer of the former Miles Kimball building has contractors lined up and hopes to get permits in a few weeks to start interior work. Mr. Stam inquired if there was a timeline for him to get work done. Mr. Davis stated when the property was sold to Mr. Burns the RDA did not require a performance report. Staff provided a map of RDA owned properties in the South Shore. RDA Minutes July 31, 2017 Page 6 Mr. Lasky stated the map would be a good visual when looking at acquiring future properties. There was no further discussion.The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:05 PM. (Stam/Belter) Respectfully submitted, Allen Davis Executive Director