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of the City of Oshkosh H.ALLEN DAMS
c/o Community Development Department Executive Director
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of 215 Church Ave.,PO Box 1130
UShkOsh Oshkosh,WI 54902-1130 STEVE CUMMINGS
(920)236-5055 Chairman
(920)236-5053 FAX
http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH
Oshkosh City Hall, Room 203
7:30 a.m.
July 26, 2018
1) ROLL CALL
2) CONSENT: Approve Minutes: June 6, 2018
3) NEW BUSINESS
♦ Discussion: Potential Property Acquisition Adjacent to South Shore
Redevelopment Area
4) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
➢ Oshkosh Arena Update
➢ Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative
➢ South Shore Redevelopment Area
➢ Marion &Pearl Redevelopment Area
➢ Sawyer Street/Oshkosh Avenue
➢ Future Agenda Items for September 19, 2018 Meeting
5) MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:
The Redevelopment Authority may convene into Closed Session related to the
development agreement with Fox Valley Pro Basketball, Inc. and property
located at 1212 South Main Street 1) pursuant to section 19.85(1)(g) of the
Wisconsin State Statutes to confer with legal counsel who will give legal advice
concerning strategy to be adopted and 2) pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(e) to
discuss bargaining options, strategy, and parameters where competitive
bargaining reasons require a closed session.
6) ADJOURNMENT
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES
June 6, 2018
PRESENT: Thomas Belter,Jack Bermingham, Steve Cummings, Steve Hintz,Archie Stam
EXCUSED: Jason Lasky,Doug Pearson
STAFF: Allen Davis, Executive Director/Community Development Director; Darlene
Brandt, Grants Coordinator;Andrea Flanigan, Recording Secretary;
Chairman Cummings called the meeting to order at 4:05 pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum
declared present.
The minutes of May 18,2018 were approved as distributed (Hintz/Stam).
Public Hearing:
Spot Blight Designation 421 Monroe Street
Chairman Cummings opened the public hearing on the proposed spot blight designation
for 421 Monroe Street.
No one appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Res. 18-08 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Accept Donation of Property at 421
Monroe Street
Motion by Stam to move Res. 18-08
Seconded by Hintz.
Mr.Hintz inquired if staff had been inside the property.
Mr. Davis stated the owner of the property is no longer living there and staff was not able to go
inside.
Mr.Hintz stated because it is a donation it speaks to the condition of the property.
Mr.Belter arrived at 4:07 PM.
The item was called. Motion carried 4-0-1(Present:Belter).
RDA Minutes June 6,2018 Page 1
Public Hearing:
Spot Blight Designation 1524 Rush Avenue
Chairman Cummings opened the public hearing on the proposed spot blight designation
for 1524 Rush Avenue.
No one appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Res. 18-09 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property at 1524
Rush Avenue
Motion by Hintz to move Res. 18-09
Seconded by Belter.
Mr. Davis stated the property is unique in that it is a fire damaged property. The City would look
to rehabilitate the home so it matches the rest of the neighborhood.
Mr. Hintz inquired if the fire damage that occurred was mostly cosmetic.
Ms. Brandt stated there is substantial fire damage, however there was no fire damage in the
basement. The interior will need to be gutted.
Mr. Belter inquired how the rehab would be funded.
Mr. Davis stated the City would use CDBG funds that would be used to acquire and rehab.
Mr.Belter stated there is a small margin to resell the home and not lose money with the acquisition
and potential rehab cost.
Ms. Brandt stated they are hoping to break even on the property. If the fire damage is too extensive
and not able to be rehabbed,the house would be demolished.
Mr.Belter inquired if the cost of the rehab would be brought to RDA for approval.
Mr.Davis stated staff can bring it back to the board to make the decision.
The item was called. Motion carried 5-0.
Public Hearing:
Spot Blight Designation 1302 Eastman Street
Chairman Cummings opened the public hearing on the proposed spot blight designation
for 1302 Eastman Street.
No one appeared and the public hearing was closed.
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Res. 18-10 Approve Spot Blight Designation; Approve Acquisition of Property at 1302
Eastman Street
Motion by Stam to move Res. 18-10
Seconded by Belter.
Mr. Davis stated this is a property that would be offered to GO-HNI for rehabilitation.
There was no discussion on the item.
The item was called. Motion carried 5-0.
Res. 18-11 Approve Land Disposition of Vacant Lot 600 Grand Street
Motion by Hintz to move Res. 18-11
Seconded by Stam.
Mr. Cummings stated the lot is being purchased by the neighbor's son.
Ms. Brandt stated he is interested in combining it with the property to the north or constructing a
single family home.
The item was called. Motion carried 5-0.
Res. 18-12 Approve Lease Agreement with ADVOCAP, Inc.; 117 W. 8th Avenue
Motion by Belter to move Res. 18-12
Seconded by Bermingham.
Ms. Brandt stated when the RDA acquired the property, and the board requested leasing to an
agency for transitional housing.ADVOCAP was the only agency interested in leasing the property.
There was no further discussion.
The item was called. Motion carried 5-0.
Discussion Item: 2018 CDBG Action Plan
Mr. Davis stated each year Community Development staff work on identifying priorities for CDBG
funding which include blight removal, housing rehabilitation and public service. The Day by Day
Warming Shelter is in attendance to discuss a project that could potentially be included in the 2019
CDBG Action Plan.
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Ms. Brandt stated Justin Mitchell and Lorrain Yarrbourugh from the Day by Day Warming Shelter
were here to present a permanent year round homeless shelter to the RDA. The City is looking to
acquire a lot in the downtown area and donate it to Day by Day to construct a homeless facility.
Justin Mithchell presented the RDA with information regarding a permanent year round homeless
shelter in Oshkosh. Mr. Mitchell discussed the history of the shelter and current conditions that led
the agency to construct a new homeless facility in Oshkosh.
Mr. Hintz inquired how Day by Day intersects with other agencies in regards to homelessness.
Mr. Yarborrough stated Day by Day is the first step out of homelessness. They work with the
Housing Authority and ADVOCAP which assist their clients with housing and other needs.
Mr. Stam inquired if the parcel is a vacant lot the city would acquire for the homeless facility.
Ms.Brandt stated it is a vacant parcel on the corner of Ceape Ave and Broad St.
Mr.Bermingham inquired what role the RDA would take on acquiring the property.
Mr. Davis stated the RDA would approve spot blighting and acquiring the property.
Executive Director's Report
Mr.Davis provided updates to the RDA from the Executive Director's Report.
There was no further discussion. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:05 PM.
(Stam/Belter)
Respectfully submitted,
Allen Davis
Executive Director
RDA Minutes June 6,2018 Page 4
�� REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
of the City of Oshkosh H.ALLEN DAMS
c/o Community Development Department Executive Director
`}�`�
of 215 Church Ave.,PO Box 1130
UShkOsh Oshkosh,WI 54902-1130 STEVE CUMMINGS
(920)236-5055 Chairman
(920)236-5053 FAX
http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH
Oshkosh City Hall, Room 203
7:30 a.m.
July 26, 2018
1) ROLL CALL
2) CONSENT: Approve Minutes: June 6, 2018
3) NEW BUSINESS
♦ Discussion: Potential Property Acquisition Adjacent to South Shore
Redevelopment Area
4) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
➢ Oshkosh Arena Update
➢ Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative
➢ South Shore Redevelopment Area
➢ Marion &Pearl Redevelopment Area
➢ Sawyer Street/Oshkosh Avenue
➢ Future Agenda Items for September 19, 2018 Meeting
5) MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:
The Redevelopment Authority may convene into Closed Session related to the
development agreement with Fox Valley Pro Basketball, Inc. and property
located at 1212 South Main Street 1) pursuant to section 19.85(1)(g) of the
Wisconsin State Statutes to confer with legal counsel who will give legal advice
concerning strategy to be adopted and 2) pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(e) to
discuss bargaining options, strategy, and parameters where competitive
bargaining reasons require a closed session.
6) ADJOURNMENT
TO: City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority
FROM: Allen Davis, Community Development Director
DATE: July 20, 2018
SUBJECT: July 26, 2018 RDA Agenda items
Discussion: Potential Property Acquisition Adjacent to South Shore Redevelopment
Area
Property owners have approached staff about possibly selling blighted building(s) to
the RDA on Oregon Street, adjacent to the South Shore Redevelopment Area. Staff has
indicated that there are no plans for any acquisition.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Update on Oshkosh Arena property:
All the environmental remediation activities have been completed. The developer has
constructed the building, parking lot and associated amenities as an environmental cap
on the site. In addition, the Redevelopment Authority (RDA) /City has submitted the
Voluntary Party Liability Exemption (VPLE) application to the WisDNR to obtain the
Certificate of Completion (COC). The WisDNR has approved of the remedial action
plan and has issued the closure letter, the letter is first step in the WisDNR process
required in order to receive the COC. The City is hopeful that the WisDNR will issue
the COC within the next 1.5 to 2 months.
Once the City receives the COC, the City will record the final certified survey (CSM)
map combining the 2 lots (one RDA-owned, one City-owned) into one lot. This new
CSM will be used to transfer Lot 1 to Fox Valley Pro Basketball (FVPB).
The City has requested a title commitment on proposed Lot 1 of the new CSM,
anticipating transferring the land to FVPB by the end of August, 2018.
Update on Healthy Neighborhood Initiative:
Staff is working with Habitat for Humanity and GO-HNI to identify potential "Rock the
Block" activities in the Sacred Heart neighborhood. This Rock the Block event is one of
5 scheduled for 2018 to 2020. City staff will be looking for potential CDBG and Healthy
Neighborhoods funded projects in all 5 neighborhoods.
Staff continues to seek blighted, scattered sites in residential neighborhoods. Staff
continues to use the following factors for these possible blight removal or rehabilitation
projects:
1. Location in an LMI Neighborhood.
2. Condition of the structure.
3. Within a neighborhood association.
4. Code Enforcement actions pending.
5. Acquisition cost is well below the assessed value.
6. Estimated rehabilitation cost and resale price.
7. The potential impact on the neighborhood as a result of the project.
8. Potential redevelopment combination with adjoining properties.
Jefferson Street Property-The Option to Chet Wesenberg expiries October 31, 2018.
Update in South Shore Redevelopment Area:
43 E. 7th Ave RFP-Staff has distributed the RFP to over 70 organizations and has
posted the RFP. In addition, GO-EDC has distributed the RFP as well. Staff has
met with at least 6 interested parties. The building walk-through included 3
interested parties and GO-EDC. The current tenant, AMP, has given notice to
terminate their lease on October 31, 2018.
Sawdust District Planning-City staff is working with area stakeholders on
developing a more specific redevelopment plan for the District. Staff hopes to
have the redevelopment plan completed in 2018.
Miles Kimball Building-The City Council approved the revised
redevelopment proposal at their May 22, 2018 meeting. The owner is developing
final plans and going through bidding.
Morgan District-The contractor has installed all the concrete and boardwalk for
the Riverwalk. Lights and bollards have not been shipped yet, so installation
may not occur until late August early September.
The second 1899 Railroad Bridge portal was relocated to RDA property near
Pioneer Drive, until the Pioneer Drive Riverwalk is installed.
The Plan Commission and City Council reviewed and approved the General
Development Plan in June, 2018. Staff expects the owners to submit plans later
this year, for construction to start in late 2018 or early 2019.
Pioneer Area-Mr. Art Dumke continues to work with City staff to explore
multiple development options and funding scenarios. The site now qualifies for
New Market Tax Credits and was included in the recently approved
Opportunity Zones.
South Main Street parcels -The draft 2019 CIP maintains the possible
remediation funding in the 2018-2022 Capital Improvement Program. The
adopted CIP includes $412,000 for the land east of Main Street, and $412,000 for
the land west of Main Street from TID #20 funds.
91h Avenue extension to CN Railroad-Staff has begun work on the planning
and budgeting phase for the eventual extension of 9f Ave. east to cross the tracks
at the current railroad crossing. Land acquisition and remediation will likely be
required.
Boatworks Property-The Option with Chet Wesenberg has expired.
Update on Marion &Pearl Redevelopment Area:
Jackson/Marion Parcel: Mr. Andy Dumke continues to develop more specific
building and site plans. He is also working on tenant occupancy and a financing
plan. His option expires on September 20, 2018.
Lamico site: Annex is continuing with construction on the site. They still
anticipate opening the summer, 2018.
Water Tower: The old water tower has been removed. Site investigation and
environmental testing have been completed
Parcel H-Brewery Proposal-staff continues to answer questions from the
development team. The Option with Jeff Fullbright expires on December 31,
2018.
Sawyer Street/Oshkosh Avenue
Accu-Com building-Staff has completed the asbestos investigation and the
asbestos has been removed. The City CIP could include funding to demolish the
building in 2019.
Repp's Bar-Mr. Repp has completed removing his personal property. Upon
completion, staff would then begin the asbestos investigation and asbestos could
be removed in 2018. The City CIP could include funding to demolish the
building in 2019 along with the Accu-Com building.
Multi-modal Trail-The Lakeshore trail from I-41 to Punhoqua will be
constructed in 2019, along with the Oshkosh Corporation Headquarters. Staff
has submitted a grant application to WisDOT for extending the trail through
Rainbow Memorial Park to the Sawyer Street/Oshkosh Avenue intersection in
2021.
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