HomeMy WebLinkAboutSouthParkMasterPlanSOUTH PARK
MASTER PLAN
MAY 2014
Project #13.008
City of Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
City of Oshkosh
South Park Master Plan
Table of Contents
SECTION 1: PROJECT OVERVIEW, ANALYSIS & DESIGN
1.1 Executive Summary ................................................................. 1
1.2 Acknowledgements ................................................................. 2
1.3 Site Analysis (with color renderings) ........................................ 3
1.4 Needs Assessment .................................................................. 8
1.5 Master Plan (with color renderings) ....................................... 11
1.6 Cost Overview ....................................................................... 18
SECTION 2: APPENDICES
2.1 Appendix A – Detailed Cost Estimate
2.2 Appendix B – Meeting Minutes
2.3 Appendix C – User Group Survey Summary
City of Oshkosh
South Park Master Plan
SECTION 1:
Project Overview, Analysis & Design
Section 1: Project Overview, Analysis & Design
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1.1 Executive Summary
In 2011 the City of Oshkosh updated their Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, a
formal document describing overall goals and objectives for the entire park system. One
of the objectives was to develop long range master plans for specific parks within the
system. South Park, one of the oldest and most popular parks in the city, was among
those chosen for Master Plan development.
The South Park Master Plan describes the current physical conditions and public usage
of playgrounds, splash pad, shelters, restrooms, sports courts / athletic areas, and other
outdoor facilities found in the park. Particular attention is given to the lagoons, a
community landmark which enhances park aesthetics, adds recreational opportunities,
and functions as a dewatering device for a local quarry as well as managing storm run-
off.
This plan also includes a review of needs and requirements to meet current and
anticipated demands as well as laying out the vision and capital improvement plan for
comprehensive future redevelopment.
The planning process included an extensive review of the existing conditions.
Topography, drainage, site circulation, utility locations, and environmentally sensitive
areas have been reviewed and evaluated to identify the impacts of future planning and
development efforts. Needs criteria was gathered in staff and public input meetings.
Storm Water Management goals for the future development of South Park were
developed from joint discussions between the City of Oshkosh Engineering Staff and
Rettler Corporation Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects. A comprehensive list of
planning goals and park needs was reviewed and finalized by the Advisory Park Board.
Conceptual plans were reviewed in meetings with input from the public and board
members and a preferred concept was developed and presented at an Advisory Park
Board Meeting on March 10, 2014.
A final master plan and an associated construction cost estimate have been created.
This plan will be utilized for future development and management efforts for the park.
Future development will be driven by need and funding and ultimately reviewed by city
staff and applicable boards prior to approval and implementation.
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1.2 Acknowledgements
The following persons provided critical input, support, and critique in the development of
this document. The City of Oshkosh and Rettler Corporation wish to thank the following
people for their time and assistance in developing this plan.
City of Oshkosh City Council:
Burk Tower, Mayor
Steve Herman, Deputy Mayor
Steve Cummings, Council Member
Sean Fitzgerald, Council Member
Debra L. Allison-Aasby, Council Member
Thomas R. Pech, Jr., Council Member
Kyle Clark, Council Member
City of Oshkosh Advisory Park Board:
William Gogolewski, Chairman
Ray Maurer, City Liaison
Sean Fitzgerald
Victor Girens
James Michelson
Bill Miller
Carrie Rule
Megan Schuessler
Jonathan Wilson
Terry Wohler
City of Oshkosh Staff:
Ray Maurer, Parks Director
Bill Sturm, Landscape Operations Manager/City Forester
Steven M. Gohde, Assistant Director of Public Works
James E. Rabe, Civil Engineer II, Public Works
Chad Dallman, Park Operations Manager
Jeff Nau, Planning Department
Jenny McCollian, Revenue Facilities Manager
Steve Dobish, Lakeshore Golf Course General Manager
Trace Gardiner, Lakeshore Golf Course Golf Professional
Trish Marks, Administrative Assistant
Rettler Corporation:
Jeff Bahling, ASLA, RLA, Senior Landscape Architect
Howard “Buck” Barker, Professional Engineer
Rick Zahn, Professional Engineer
Rebecca Ramirez, Design Technician
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1.3 Site Analysis
Site History
“Mayor Ephraim Stevens convinced the council to buy part of the homestead of Dr. Samuel
Johnson Osborn in 1889 for a south side park to complement park land purchased on the north
side of the Fox River. The Osborns were among the earliest Oshkosh settlers. The parks were
named South Park and North Park in 1890. North Park was later renamed Menominee Park. An
attempt to rename South Park in 1934 through a citizen poll conducted by the Ohio Street and
Vicinity Merchants Association was unsuccessful.”
-Adapted from text by the Winnebago County League of Women Voters and reviewed by
Brad Larson, Oshkosh Public Museum Director
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General Description
South Park covers approximately 24 acres with roughly 3,250 feet of shoreline and
about 2.7 acres of lagoons and ponds. The site is bordered by Georgia Street to the
west, W. 11th Avenue on the north, W. South Park Avenue on the south, and Ohio
Street / Wisconsin Highway 44 on the east. Land use around the park is entirely
residential. Visitors can enter the park from three vehicle entrances on Georgia Street
as well as six (6) pedestrian access points: one (1) on W. 11th Ave, two (2) along W.
South Park Avenue and three (3) along Ohio Street.
South Park topography is generally flat, angling down toward the lagoons at about 3%
slope, with no more than (6) feet of elevation difference across the entire park. The
highest area is in the south east at elevation 758 and the lowest point is where the
water leaves the northeast side of the park at elevation 752.
Storm water runs west to east, through the lagoons into an Ohio St spillway and into a
pipe.
Utilities
The park is well served with utilities. A water line runs from the Ohio St. / South Park
Ave intersection along the southern edge of the park before crossing the lagoons to
connect with Shelter #1. A second shorter water line enters along the north end of the
park loop road to feed the splash pad. A large abandoned water line runs through the
entire center of the park.
Storm sewer lines run throughout the park. A northern line runs from the splash pad and
11th Ave across the park and empties into Pond #1. Several lines go from South Park
Ave into Pond #1 and Pond #2 and about five lines connect Georgia Street to Pond #3.
Sanitary sewer runs along the park perimeter along all streets, one line cuts across the
Ohio Street / South Park Ave corner not far from Shelter #3.
Site Feature Inventory
South Park currently provides 3 main shelters, a restroom building, approximately 51
parking spaces, open green space, play equipment area, a splash pad with mechanical
building, walking trails, a masonry bridge, 2 fishing piers, a steel truss bridge, tennis
courts, basketball courts, horseshoes area, gazebo, and a war memorial.
Site inventory and review was accomplished through on site walk, discussion with city
staff, and community input.
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Kewaunee Silt Loam covers approximately 54% of the area, with Udorthents making up
36% and water making up the remaining 11%. There are no mapped wetlands on the
site, according to the 2014 WIDNR Surface Water Data Viewer.
The Aerial Map that follows has been utilized for public meetings and the planning
process. Actual topographic mapping, private and public utility locates, and geotechnical
analysis is required prior to finalizing planning and construction documents.
South Park Lagoons
In a city that cherishes its water bodies to the east and west of its limits, the South Park
lagoons provide a aesthetic highlight to the neighborhood. The lagoons are on
Stringham Creek which flows through the park providing water from a watershed that is
over 650 acres in size. Additional water is provided from dewatering operations in a
nearby quarry.
The lagoons are formed by three structures that create static water levels that drop
about two feet between each of the lagoons. The drop structures do not have flow
restriction measures built into them to create dynamic storage to detain or meter the
flow of water downstream. The depth of the lagoons was approximately four to five feet
at their deepest location. The static water level in the lagoons has enhanced water
quality by treating municipal storm water runoff by removing suspended solids. It is this
treatment function that has also slowly silted in the lagoons reducing their depths.
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1.4 Needs Assessment
The needs assessment is an important component of a successful Master Plan; the
information gathered provides insight on how an existing park is being utilized by the
community including specific user groups and which facilities are being over or under
used.
Park Staff Meetings
Meetings were conducted with the park staff and engineering staff to gather their unique
perspective and knowledge of park use and needs. Some of the main points of the
Staff meetings were:
Walking Trails accessibility- need wider paths
Ash trees in the park will need to be removed in time due to Emerald Ash Borer
WWII Memorial- needs some upkeep
Horseshoes area- league would like renovated
Shelter Renovations:
o Kitchen in large shelter
Lagoons:
o Weed control
o Shoreline loss
o Dredging
Please see Appendix B for more detail.
User Group Surveys
Surveys were sent out to (15) fifteen user groups and (9) nine responded. Some of the
main points were:
The majority of respondents rated overall South Park conditions as “good” or
“excellent”. 33% rated conditions as “fair.”
Park features listed in order of usage are: shelter #1, shelter #2, general park
grounds, bathrooms, playground, and horseshoe pits.
Main issues were in order of decreasing importance are: electrical system
(outdated/inadequate in shelters), water supply (inconvenient location),
bathrooms (need cleaning and supplies), shelter tables (not enough, need
repairs), parking lots (too small, need repair), buildings (need repair), and
garbage containers (not enough).
Desired improvements in order of importance are: bathrooms (more, closer,
cleaner), electrical system upgrades, water supply improvements, better parking,
and better goose control.
Please see Appendix C for more information.
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Public Meetings
The Parks Department hosted a public meeting at the Senior Center on September 30,
2013 to collect public input on the current use, facility deficiencies and potential future
needs of South Park. The Parks Department also received suggestions by email and
telephone that were also included in the need criteria summary. The main meeting
discussion points are summarized below:
The addition of a large inclusive playground at South Park
Preservation of the lagoons and storm water management- improvement to both
water quality and quantity
Restrooms and Shelters- need updating and ADA accessibility
Ash trees affected by Emerald Ash Borer
Park trails getting older
Erosion along lagoons
Additional parking needs due to existing and new park facilities
Some other issues that were raised included:
Storm water management issues- some area houses currently experience
flooding
Goose and duck problems
Dogs in the park (pros and cons)
Shelter (usage and new locations)
Bathrooms (cleanliness and security)
Emerald ash borer containment
Privacy fence along north side of park
Park security and lighting
Park is beautiful as is; no more development needed
Funding for improvements
Playgrounds (like them, do we need more?)
Please see Appendix B for the complete minutes.
All input was reviewed and prioritized by the Advisory Park Board which met on January
13, 2014. The board selected between two conceptual plans.
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Board Meeting
“It was the consensus of the Board that they prefer conceptual plan #1 with some minor
changes…”
maintain shelter on the Ohio Street side with the addition of a restroom and
parking area
expand the splash pad by adding new components and water features
provide two (2) restrooms in active play area
add volleyball court in the park northwest corner adjacent to the residential
properties
shoreline stabilization will be a priority
keep/maintain the stone bridge and provide aesthetic patio spaces at each
landing
provide limestone lagoon overlooks (approximately three (3) per lagoon)
expand lower lagoon to the west thereby eliminating a spillway
All input was documented and summarized for possible inclusion in the development of
the Master Plan. The Advisory Park Board gave final direction and additional input on all
items to be included in the final Master Plan.
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1.5 Master Plan
Plan Development
Plan development was initiated by gathering existing mapping and previous studies,
several site visits to the park, and conducting public meetings. The existing conditions
were then evaluated and reviewed with city staff. That information was then provided to
the Advisory Park Board along with a list of possible items to include in the planning
process.
The consultant presented two (2) conceptual plans at the January 13, 2014 Advisory
Park Board meeting, and a preferred conceptual plan was presented for input at the
March 10, 2014 Advisory Park Board Meeting. The Preferred Concept Plan was
developed with direction from the Advisory Park Board and ultimately became the South
Park Master Plan.
Master Plan
The Preferred Concept Plan (Master Plan) includes the following items:
NORTHWEST CORNER OF PARK
A. (2) Full-size Basketball Courts
1) With color coat
B. New Open Shelter Building
1) To right of basketball courts by 10 space parking
2) With sidewalk connections to parking area for accessibility
3) Approximately 20’ x 24’ concrete floor
C. Parking – 10 Spaces
1) Along park loop drive and next to Basketball Courts
2) Bituminous material to be utilized
a. 3” Type E-1.0 hot mix asphalt
b. 12” dense graded base course
3) Concrete curb and gutter
4) Lighting
D. Landscaping / New Tree Planting (south of Basketball Courts)
1. Landscaping to include selected trees (ornamental mid-story trees and
shrubs.
E. (1) Sand Volleyball Court
1) 4” Under drain with sock
2) 16” Sand
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F. Upgrade Horseshoe Pits
G. Renovate North Park Fence
1) Black or green vinyl fencing
2) 6’ minimum height
ACTIVE PARK – CENTRAL HUB
A. New 64 Space Parking (along Georgia St)
1) Landscape parking lot islands and grass buffer strips
2) Storm water quality features (rain garden area to be included along
Georgia Street)
3) Parking Lot Lighting
4) Bituminous material to be utilized
a. 3” Type E-1.0 hot mix asphalt
b. 12” dense graded base course
5) Concrete curb and gutter
6) Lighting
B. Renovate Shelter/ Restroom Building #2
1) To north of new 64 space parking lot
2) With sidewalk connections
3) Approximately 37’ x 25’
4) Main restroom for Central Hub / Shelter rentals
C. Splash Pad addition
1) Includes water feature and components with 5” concrete pad and
perimeter walk
2) Concrete material to be utilized
a. 5” concrete
b. 6” dense graded base course
c. Surfacing per parks department
D. New 5’ Sidewalks
1) Circle and connect existing play area and splash pad with plaza beside
new Universal/Accessible Playground
2) Concrete material to be utilized
a. 5” concrete
b. 6” dense graded base course
E. New Plaza
1) Contains:
a. (2) two canopy shelters for shade and a gathering place
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b. (1) one new shelter restroom building centrally located for
persons with special needs.
2) Concrete material to be utilized
a. 5” concrete
b. 6” dense graded base course
F. Renovate Shelter #1
1) Redevelop existing building:
a. Roof
b. Floors
c. Walls
d. Electrical components
G. New Parking – 16 Spaces
1) Along park loop drive and across from Tennis Courts
2) Bituminous material to be utilized
a. 3” Type E-1.0 hot mix asphalt
b. 12” dense graded base course
3) Concrete curb and gutter
4) Lighting
H. Existing Playground
1. New bark mulch surfacing @ 12” depth
2. Concrete walks around area
3. Add drainage improvements
4. Update equipment per Parks Dept
I. New Universal / Accessible Playground
1) Poured in place surface
2) Large accessible play equipment
3) User groups, Parks department, and community to determine play
value, equipment selection, etc
J. New Parking – 15 Spaces
1) Along park loop drive, just south of new universal/accessible
playground and next to Shelter #1
2) Includes drop-off loop by playground, plaza, and Shelter #1
3) Storm water quality features (rain garden area to be included)
4) Bituminous material to be utilized
a. 3” Type E-1.0 hot mix asphalt
b. 12” dense graded base course
5) Concrete curb and gutter
6) Lighting
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LAGOON STORM WATER
A. Lagoon Improvements
1) Renovation and reinforcement of existing shoreline (variety of options)
2) Fishing piers and/or overlooks throughout
3) New expanded shoreline in some areas
4) Dredging, naturalized areas, and fountains to improve water quality
5) Install new drop structures at the existing western & center lagoon
locations
a. If built at their current spillway elevation the aesthetic appeal of
the pond at its current elevation will be maintained
b. If build at a lower elevation, additional dynamic storage will be
provided for runoff control reducing downstream flooding and
bank erosion erosion in the park
6) Install a new eastern drop structure
a. Design custom weirs to control large volume stream flows and
orifices to control low volume runoff
b. Enhance flood control to adjacent properties using subtle
"berms" that blend into the landscape
B. Renovated / Improved Stone Bridge
1) Seating area with benches and pavers
2) Safety study based on Hydrologic Engineering Centers River Analysis
System (HEC-RAS) software to analyze flows under and access to the
bridge
3) Raise the grade of walkways to and from the bridge
MID TO EAST PARK IMPROVEMENTS
A. Reconstructed Tennis Courts
1) Update / replace existing surface
2) Update / replace existing fencing and nets
3) Accessible walks
B. Renovated Shelter #3 (by Ohio St)
1) Add restrooms to existing shelter
2) Renovate building roof, walls, etc
3) Provide utilities as needed
C. Renovated Gazebo (by intersection of Georgia & South Park Ave)
1) Renovate building roof, walls, etc
D. Parking – 18 Spaces
1) Lot off of Ohio St
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2) Storm water quality facility
3) Bituminous material to be utilized
a. 3” Type E-1.0 hot mix asphalt
b. 12” dense graded base course
4) Concrete curb and gutter
5) Lighting
E. Improved Entry Statements
1) Nine points: Corner of 11th Ave & Georgia St, three entries on Georgia
St, corner of Georgia & W. South Park Ave, on W. South Park Ave,
corner of W. South Park Ave & Ohio St, one on Ohio St, corner of Ohio
St & 11th Ave.
2) Updated signage, consistent theme, landscaping, image/aesthetics
F. New Park Paths
1) Connecting major features
2) Interpretive signage describes natural highlights
3) Bituminous material to be utilized
a. 3.5” Type E-1.0 hot mix asphalt
b. 12” dense graded base course
G. Repave Existing Shared Use Paths
1) Connecting major features
2) Interpretive signage describes natural highlights
3) Bituminous material to be utilized
a. 3.5” Type E-1.0 hot mix asphalt
b. 12” dense graded base course
H. Energy Efficient Lighting
1) Cree Type LEDs
2) 30’ mounting height
3) 4” round or square metal pole in concrete base
4) Services in two locations
5) All new electrical connections in conduit
STORM WATER GOALS
A. Improve Water Quality in Ponds if Quarry Source is Eliminated
1) Dredge ponds to achieve average depths of 4 to 5 feet
2) Provide supplemental ground water from a new well
3) Install aerators to keep pond water moving reducing algae growth
B. Improve Suspended Solids Removal of all Storm Water Entering Ponds
1) Add sediment reduction structures at each storm sewer outfall
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a. Pond baffle structures submerged beneath the static water level
are installed to length flow paths and increase the deposit of
sediment (sand and silt)
2) Consolidate storm sewer outfalls
3) Dredge ponds to achieve average depths of 4 to 5 feet
C. Increase Detention Capacity within South Park
1) Lower the permanent pool elevation of all pools 12” to 18” in
combination with dredging to create additional detention volume
2) Raise the outlet weir on the downstream pond 18” to 24”
a. Install new eastern drop structure or weir designed to meter the
release of storm water during various storm events
3) Install or regrade a perimeter berm to contain higher headwater levels
resulting from a larger volume of detained storm water
D. Manage Suspended Solids from all new Parking / Hard Surface (40%
removal)
1) Utilize a combination of:
a. Grass Filter Strip treatment of storm water runoff
b. Grass Treatment Swales of storm water runoff
c. Storm sewer Inlets with 2-foot sumps
d. Biofiltration Basins if necessary
e. Sediment pond baffles in ponds
2) The storm water and erosion control requirements outlined in City of
Oshkosh ordinances and WDNR statutes will be met
3) Infiltration of storm water will occur in the ponds, however a quantitative
analysis of the volume is not required.
Maintain Water Quality in Ponds if Quarry Source is Eliminated
1. Add sediment forebays
2. Consolidate storm sewer outfalls
3. Dredge ponds to achieve average depths of 4 to 5 feet
4. Provide supplemental ground water from a new well
5. Install aerators to keep ponds oxygenated
Improve Suspended Solids Removal of all Storm Water Entering Ponds
1. Add sediment forebays
2. Consolidate storm sewer outfalls
3. Dredge ponds to achieve average depths of 4 to 5 feet
Increase Detention Capacity within South Park
1. Lower the permanent pool elevation of all pools 12” to 18” in combination with
dredging to create additional detention volume
a. a. Install improved v-notch or rectangular weirs
2. Raise the outlet weir on the downstream pond 18” to 24”
3. Install and re-grade a perimeter berm to contain additional detained storm water
Manage Suspended Solids from all new Parking / Hard Surface (40% removal)
1. Utilize a combination of:
a. Route runoff to wet pond with sediment forebay
b. Inlets with sumps
c. c. Sheet drain pavement to grass swales where grades allow
STORM WATER OPTIONS
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1.6 Cost Overview
The following site development cost ranges have been derived from Rettler Corporation
2012/2013 actual project construction costs.
SOUTH PARK
Earthwork / Demolition $ 289,293.25
Utilities $ 169,225.00
Pavement Structure – Parking (10 spaces) $ 29,005.50
Pavement Structure – Parking (16 spaces) $ 38,914.95
Pavement Structure – Parking (15 spaces) $ 76,746.65
Pavement Structure – Parking (64 spaces) $ 155,468.35
Pavement Structure – Parking (18 spaces) $ 45,302.15
Pavement Structure – Basketball Courts $ 74,136.90
Pavement Structure – New Paths $78,581.15
Pavement Structure – Repave Existing Walks $950,276.00
Building – Renovate Shelter #1 $ 393,375.00
Building – Redevelop Shelter #2 $175,350.00
Building – Renovate Shelter #3 $ 184,750.00
Building – New Restrooms by Playgrounds $ 59,500.00
Building – Open Shelters A & B $ 50,000.00
Building – Open Shelter (northwest corner) $ 31,280.00
Building – Gazebo (southwest corner) $37,740.00
Play Areas $ 209,655.00
Sand Volleyball Court $ 11,400.00
Lagoons $ 2,725,750.00
Miscellaneous $ 725,185.00
SUMMARY
Construction items total: $ 6,510,934.90
Contingency @5%: $ 325,546.75
Construction Estimate Subtotal: $ 6,836,481.65
Geotechnical services: $5,000.00
City Sewer/Water Connection Fees: Not Included
Design Development/Construction Documents/
Storm water Design, Permitting, Bidding,
Contract Administration (@ 8.5%) $ 581,100.94
Construction Observation (@2.5%) $ 170,912.04
PROJECT TOTAL $ 7,593,494.63
(See Appendix A for detailed cost estimate line items)
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SECTION 2: Appendices
Section 2: Appendices
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APPENDIX A:
DETAILED COST ESTIMATE
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
South Park
Oshkosh, WI
MASTER PLAN
Rettler Project No.: 13.008
Item Estimated Unit Category
No. Item Description Units Quantity Price Extension Sub Total
$289,293.25
1. Clearing and Grubbing L.S. 1 $15,000.00 $15,000.00
2. Demolition L.S. 1 $20,000.00 $20,000.00
3.Remove Existing Hard Surface S.Y. 835 $0.95 $793.25
4.Common Excavation (at 1-ft) C.Y. 22,000 $5.00 $110,000.00
5. Stripping Topsoil (6-in ) C.Y. 11,000 $2.50 $27,500.00
6. Place Topsoil (at 6-in ) C.Y. 11,000 $2.50 $27,500.00
7. Seed/Fertilize/Mulch Common Green Space S.F. 315,000 $0.20 $63,000.00
8. Erosion Control L.S. 1 $22,500.00 $22,500.00
9. Tracking Pad EACH 2 $1,500.00 $3,000.00
$169,225.00
10.Stormwater Management Allowance (see lagoon)L.S. 1 $25,000.00 $25,000.00
11. Storm Sewer L.F. 2,005 $45.00 $90,225.00
12. Storm Basin EACH 17 $2,000.00 $34,000.00
13. Electrical Underground Service L.S.1 $20,000.00 $20,000.00
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - PARKING (10 SPACE LOT ALONG LOOP DRIVE) $29,005.50
UTILITIES
May 6, 2014
EARTHWORK/DEMOLITION (13.6 ACRES)
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - PARKING (10 SPACE LOT ALONG LOOP DRIVE) $29,005.50
14.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth S.Y. 241 $16.00 $3,856.00
15.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 270 $6.85 $1,849.50
16.
Concrete Curb Ramp w/ Detectable Warning Field and
Sign EACH 1 $2,000.00 $2,000.00
17.Striping L.S. 1 $1,000.00 $1,000.00
18.24" Curb and Gutter L.F. 150 $22.00 $3,300.00
19.Storm water Managment L.S. 1 $10,000.00 $10,000.00
20.Lighting L.S. 1 $7,000.00 $7,000.00
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - PARKING (16 SPACE LOT ALONG LOOP DRIVE) $38,914.95
21.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth S.Y. 503 $16.00 $8,048.00
22.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 547 $6.85 $3,746.95
23.
Concrete Curb Ramp w/ Detectable Warning Field and
Sign EACH 2 $2,000.00 $4,000.00
24.Striping L.S. 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00
25.24" Curb and Gutter L.F. 210 $22.00 $4,620.00
26.Storm water Managment L.S. 1 $10,000.00 $10,000.00
27.Lighting L.S. 1 $7,000.00 $7,000.00
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - PARKING (15 SPACE LOT ALONG LOOP DRIVE) $76,746.65
28.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth S.Y. 1,405 $16.00 $22,480.00
29.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 1,509 $6.85 $10,336.65
30.
Concrete Curb Ramp w/ Detectable Warning Field and
Sign EACH 3 $2,000.00 $6,000.00
31.Striping L.S. 1 $3,000.00 $3,000.00
32.24" Curb and Gutter L.F. 815 $22.00 $17,930.00
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PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
South Park
Oshkosh, WI
MASTER PLAN
Rettler Project No.: 13.008
Item Estimated Unit Category
No. Item Description Units Quantity Price Extension Sub Total
May 6, 2014
33.Storm water Managment L.S. 1 $10,000.00 $10,000.00
34.Lighting L.S. 1 $7,000.00 $7,000.00
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - PARKING (64 SPACE LOT ALONG GEORGIA ST) AND PART OF LOOP $155,468.35
35.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth S.Y. 3,433 $16.00 $54,928.00
36.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 3,571 $6.85 $24,461.35
37.
Concrete Curb Ramp w/ Detectable Warning Field and
Sign EACH 4 $2,000.00 $8,000.00
38.Striping L.S. 1 $2,500.00 $2,500.00
39.24" Curb and Gutter L.F. 1,170 $22.00 $25,740.00
40.Concrete Drive Aprons S.F. 971 $9.00 $8,739.00
41.Dense Graded Base, 6-inch Depth S.Y. 110 $10.00 $1,100.00
42.Storm water Managment L.S. 1 $15,000.00 $15,000.00
43.Lighting L.S. 1 $15,000.00 $15,000.00
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - PARKING (18 SPACE LOT ALONG OHIO ST) $45,302.15
44.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth S.Y. 980 $16.00 $15,680.00
45.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 1,039 $6.85 $7,117.15
46.
Concrete Curb Ramp w/ Detectable Warning Field and
Sign EACH 2 $2,000.00 $4,000.0046.Sign EACH 2 $2,000.00 $4,000.00
47.Striping L.S. 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00
47.24" Curb and Gutter L.F. 415 $22.00 $9,130.00
48.Raingarden (along Ohio St)S.F. 2,250 $3.50 $7,875.00
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - BASKETBALL COURTS (2)$74,136.90
49.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth S.Y. 933 $16.00 $14,928.00
50.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 994 $6.85 $6,808.90
51.Court Surfacing S.F. 8,400 $3.50 $29,400.00
52.Striping L.S. 1 $7,000.00 $7,000.00
53.Basketball Standards L.S. 1 $16,000.00 $16,000.00
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - NEW PATHS (DASHED LINES)$78,581.15
54.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth (3,095 lf)S.Y. 3,439 $16.00 $55,024.00
55.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 3,439 $6.85 $23,557.15
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE - REPAVE EXISTING PATHS $950,276.00
56.HMA Type E-1.0, 3.5-inch Depth (3,095 lf)S.Y. 41,411 $16.00 $662,576.00
57.Dense Graded Base, 12-inch Depth S.Y. 42,000 $6.85 $287,700.00
BUILDING - RENOVATE SHELTER #1 $393,375.00
56.Renovate Shelter #1 (no restrooms)S.F. 4,175 $90.00 $375,750.00
57. Sanitary L.F.205 $75.00 $15,375.00
58. Water L.F.30 $75.00 $2,250.00
BUILDING - REDEVELOP RESTROOM AND SHELTER IN SHELTER #2 $175,350.00
59.Redevelop Shelter #2 S.F. 925 $180.00 $166,500.00
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PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
South Park
Oshkosh, WI
MASTER PLAN
Rettler Project No.: 13.008
Item Estimated Unit Category
No. Item Description Units Quantity Price Extension Sub Total
May 6, 2014
60. Sanitary L.F.100 $75.00 $7,500.00
61. Water L.F.18 $75.00 $1,350.00
BUILDING - RENOVATE SHELTER #3 (ADD RESTROOMS)$184,750.00
62.Renovate Shelter #2 S.F.1,500 90 $135,000.00
63.New Restrooms L.S.1 25,000 $25,000.00
64. Sanitary L.F.165 $75.00 $12,375.00
65. Water L.F.165 $75.00 $12,375.00
BUILDING - NEW RESTROOMS ON PLAZA BY PLAYGROUNDS $59,500.00
66.New Shelter/Restrooms (on plaza between playgrounds)S.F. 460 $100.00 $46,000.00
67. Sanitary L.F.90 $75.00 $6,750.00
68. Water L.F.90 $75.00 $6,750.00
BUILDING - OPEN SHELTER A & B (SHADE STRUCTURES ON PLAZA)$50,000.00
69.Open Shelter A & B EACH 2 $25,000.00 $50,000.00
BUILDING - OPEN SHELTER (NORTHWEST CORNER)$31,280.00
70.Open Shelter (northwest corner - with concrete pad)S.F. 460 $68.00 $31,280.00
BUILDING - OPEN SHELTER (SOUTHWEST CORNER)$37,740.00BUILDING - OPEN SHELTER (SOUTHWEST CORNER)$37,740.00
71.Gazebo S.F. 555 $68.00 $37,740.00
PLAY AREAS $209,655.00
72.Universal / Inclusive / Accessible Playground L.S. 1 $0.00 BY OWNER
73.Perimeter Sidewalks & Plaza- 5" Concrete S.F. 14,397 $5.00 $71,985.00
74.
Perimeter Sidewalks & Plaza, Dense Graded Base, 6-inch
Depth S.Y. 1,650 $5.00 $8,250.00
75.Upgrade Existing Playground (bark mulch and underdrain)S.F. 12,942 $10.00 $129,420.00
$11,400.00
76.Sand (at 12-in depth)C.Y. 200 $12.00 $2,400.00
77. Volleyball Standards L.S. 1 $5,000.00 $5,000.00
78. 4" Underdrain w/sock L.F. 400 $10.00 $4,000.00
$2,725,750.00
79.Fountain / Aerator EACH 2 $20,000.00 $40,000.00
80. Overlooks EACH 10 $35,000.00 $350,000.00
81.Improved Spillway EACH 2 $20,000.00 $40,000.00
82.Renovated Bridge L.S. 1 $150,000.00 $150,000.00
83.Shoreline Restoration (including naturalized areas)L.F. 3,205 $150.00 $480,750.00
84. Dredging Lagoons (@ 5' depth) C.Y. 25,000 $50.00 $1,250,000.00
85. Sediment Forebays L.S. 1 $50,000.00 $50,000.00
86. New Well (for supplemental groundwater) L.S. 1 $180,000.00 $180,000.00
87. Create Perimeter Berm (to contain additional storm water) L.S. 1 $135,000.00 $135,000.00
88. Manage Suspended Solids from Parking Lots L.S. 1 $50,000.00 $50,000.00
SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT
LAGOONS
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PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
South Park
Oshkosh, WI
MASTER PLAN
Rettler Project No.: 13.008
Item Estimated Unit Category
No. Item Description Units Quantity Price Extension Sub Total
May 6, 2014
$725,185.00
89.Upgrade Existing Horseshoe Pits L.S. 1 $5,000.00 $5,000.00
90.Renovated Fence (along north property line)L.F. 1,077 $30.00 $32,310.00
91.Improved Park Entries (signs, plantings, theme)EACH 6 $18,000.00 $108,000.00
92.Reconstruct/Resurface Tennis Courts COURT 3 $20,000.00 $60,000.00
93.Splash Pad addition S.F. 2,295 $25.00 $57,375.00
94.Renovated Existing Memorial area L.S. 1 $50,000.00 $50,000.00
95.Street Lighting EACH 50 $2,750.00 $137,500.00
96.Landscaping (around and inside loop)L.S. 1 $125,000.00 $125,000.00
97.Landscaping (rest of park)L.S. 1 $150,000.00 $150,000.00
SUMMARY
CONSTRUCTION ITEMS TOTAL:$6,510,934.90
CONTINGENCY at 5%:$325,546.75
CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATE SUBTOTAL:$6,836,481.65
GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES $5,000.00
MISCELLANEOUS
GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES $5,000.00
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT/ CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS /
STORMWATER DESIGN / PERMITTING / BIDDING /
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION at 8.5%:$581,100.94
CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION at 2.5%$170,912.04
BASE PROJECT TOTAL $7,593,494.63
NOTES:
1. Geotechnical exploration required prior to final estimates. Soil conditions may impact cost estimate.
2.
3. Storm water management allowance included at this time.
4. Existing utilities verification and soil investigation not completed at time of cost estimate.
5.
Lagoon redvelopment and dregding estimates are
preliminary. A bathymetric survey and geotechnical testing
is required prior to developing final cost estimates.
Topographic mapping not completed at time of study. New topographic required prior to final cost estimates and
construction documents.
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Section 2: Appendices
City of Oshkosh
South Park Master Plan
APPENDIX B:
MEETING MINUTES
City of Oshkosh
South Park
SITE MASTER PLAN MEETING MINUTES
Parks Department Staff Meeting
September 30, 2013
2:30-3:30 P.M.
DATE: September 30, 2013
PROJECT: South Park – Site Master Plan Study
Park Staff Input Meeting
PRESENT: Ray Maurer, Parks Director
Bill Sturm
Nick Simons
Bob Stein
Dennis Knickelbein
Michael Marx
Jerry Sitter
Aaron Fabiano
Jay Munig
Steve Bartels
Paul F Brown
Robert Schilcher
Tom Bauer
Jeff Bahling, Rettler Corporation
Rebecca Ramirez, Rettler Corporation
A meeting was held at the City of Oshkosh Parks & Forestry Office (805 Witzel Ave) regarding
the above stated project. The following items discussed and comments/input provided by parks
department employees unless indicated differently:
1. Keep weeds out of retention ponds
2. Walking trail accessibility- need wider paths
3. Jeff Bahling asked if it was possible to mow to the edge of the lagoon and for
opinions about riprap. Reply was vague. Situation not good presently.
4. The park has lost 10’-15’ of shoreline over the last 25 years.
5. Jeff Bahling mentioned that the master plan might look at deepening the lagoons.
6. Jeff Bahling asked about Shelter #3 usage. The reply was that it is used almost
every weekend.
7. Jeff Bahling asked for feedback about the trees. Comments were that there are quite
a few Ash trees in the park and some will have to go in the near future. There are
also many trees around the lagoon and there was some concern voiced about
changes in water features impacting the trees.
8. Would be nice to have a kitchen in the large shelter.
9. During big events, the city closes down the roads around the park and participants
park on the street.
10. Someone suggested putting basketball courts up by the ball diamond as it isn’t much
used
11. Jeff Bahling asked if a lot of people fish in the park. Answer was that DNR stocks fish
annually and people fish for carp in the park all year round.
12. There is a well head north of the basketball courts that needs to be removed.
13. Jeff Bahling asked when the tennis courts had been last resurfaced? Consensus
was about 5+ years ago.
14. Jeff Bahling asked about tennis court usage. Courts are used “some.”
15. Jeff Bahling asked if basketball courts are often used. Yes!
16. Jeff Bahling asked if there were any issues with interaction older and younger
children. Not really.
17. Jeff Bahling asked about the splash pad. Reply was that it is heavily used. It was
installed with a rubber mat surfacing, but that is gone now and it is plain concrete.
The concrete is a better surface however, due to being less slippery. Might want to
change/hardwire the buttons- features should all run independently.
18. The walking trails are well used.
19. Horseshoes are used on Thursday nights.
20. Jeff Bahling asked if the park is open in the winter. Answer is yes. The City plows
everything. Visitors come to feed the ducks and geese. During good weather they
bring their children unto the fields. Trails are plowed.
21. Park soil is a silt loam.
22. The suggestion was made to add cross country skiing or snowshoe trails to the park,
however Jeff pointed out a lack of elevation difference. It would have to be a
beginner’s course.
23. Jeff Bahling asked how many people can fit in the large shelter. Answer was about
150.
24. There are quite a few weddings in the park.
25. Jeff asked about the white themed items by southwest corner of park. Apparently
used to be a bandshell that was torn down in the early 80’s. Corner sign on Ohio
Street came in the mid-late 80’s.
26. We should rebuild all shelters.
27. Might be the place to have a good ice rink if the large shelter is reconstructed.
28. Maybe should move shelter and put restrooms on shelter.
29. Maybe we should expand the road loop east around the tennis courts. Reactions
included wondering if bringing cars that far in the park was negative, noting that
there are some very nice trees in that area that would have to come down, etc
30. Jeff Bahling asked if the WWII memorial might need new flags, walks, or other
improvements. Concrete work needed.
31. South Park needs unisex bathroom to assist with inclusive playground use.
32. Ray Maurer asked for opinions on shelter #3. Should it be moved, renovated, or
removed? Someone mentioned switching from a shelter to a gazebo.
33. Lagoon water quality can be improved by dredging the lagoons and catching storm
water silt before it reaches the site.
34. Horseshoes only seems to be used Wednesday night by the league. League was
pressing hard to get them renovated several years ago.
35. Park should have bathrooms attached to every shelter- otherwise rental is useless.
36. Jeff Bahling asked about biker/rollerblader numbers. There are some.
37. A school occasionally uses the park for cross country practice.
38. Regarding the lagoons, Rettler Corp will look into riprap costs, cocoa fiber logs,
native vegetation in some areas, and limestone steppers at the biggest gouge areas.
Rettler will also need to know whether to add fountains and drill a well to add water
to the pond once the quarry closes.
The aforementioned constitutes my understanding of the observed and discussed items. If any
of the above items have been misinterpreted or omitted please contact our office as soon as
possible.
Sincerely,
(Rebecca Ramirez, for)
Jeff Bahling, ASLA Senior Landscape Architect
City of Oshkosh
South Park
SITE MASTER PLAN MEETING MINUTES
Public Input Meeting
September 30, 2013
6:30-8:00 P.M.
DATE: September 30, 2013
PROJECT: South Park – Site Master Plan Study
Public Input Meeting
PRESENT: Ray Maurer, Parks Director
Bill Sturm, Landscape Operations Manager
Steve Gohde, Asst. City Engineer
Jeff Bahling, Rettler Corporation
Rebecca Ramirez, Rettler Corporation
Councilor Sean Fitzgerald
Councilor Kyle Clark
Advisory Park Board Chair, Bill Gogolewski
Interested citizens
A meeting was held at the City of Oshkosh Senior Center regarding the above stated project.
Jeff Bahling introduced the South Park Master Plan process and listed several main points for
discussion:
The addition of a large inclusive playground at South Park
Storm water issues- improvement to both water quality and quantity
Restrooms and Shelters- need updating and ADA accessibility
Ash trees affected by Emerald Ash Borer
Park trails getting older
Erosion along lagoons
Additional Parking
He then went over the User Group Survey results and opened the floor for comment. The
following input was provided by city residents unless indicated otherwise:
1. One resident suffers from the flooding issues on Ohio and 11th Street and felt his
concerns were not being taken into consideration. There was some agreement
among the crowd on this point.
2. Are you going to dredge the lagoons? (Potentially yes.)
3. One citizen stated that the City has been looking at the Stringham Creek Flood
improvement issue and preliminary analysis indicates the problem is larger than the
park. In fact the city would have to turn the entire South Park into a lagoon to solve
the issue.
4. Are the lagoons fed from the quarry? (Yes.)
5. I’ve heard that Vulcan will close in five years. Can we send storm water that way?
(Steve said that was an option)
6. Is there any way to shut off flow into the lagoons during a rain? (Probably not. That
would flood the quarry)
7. As a father of two young children, I want to say thank you for looking at updating play
equipment in the park. That is also quite important.
8. There is concern about the many geese and ducks in the park. Their droppings are a
public health hazard.
9. There was agreement that the geese migrate in the spring and fall, but the ducks are
always there.
10. How effective are geese management techniques? (Mixed.)
11. Shelter #3 has no restrooms or parking. (one solution is moving it)
12. Will you expand the splash pad? (That is a little up in the air. Some people think it
should be expanded, others think the current size is just right.)
13. More seating is needed at the splash pad.
14. Is there a reason for the road loop? Is it possible to remove the remnants of the road
and leave the parking at the edges? (Vehicular access will still be needed to some
interior points)
15. I would like the ball diamond improved.
16. There is a problem with people bringing dogs into the park and into the splash pad.
17. Is it possible to move the bathrooms to a more central point? (If the bathrooms are
rebuilt, the will be placed in a more central location)
18. Has the city talked about shelter usages? I’ve rarely seen all three shelters in use at
one time. (Ray Maurer said he will get hard numbers for shelter usage)
19. I live across from Ohio Street Shelter and see it occupied about every other Saturday
for weddings.
20. Another neighbor is concerned with bathrooms and ducks. Unsavory activities in the
bathrooms and the ducks look in her windows.
21. Ray Maurer on shelter use: the two main shelters are used every weekend. Shelter
#3 is generally used two full weekends out of every month.
22. Shelter #3 may only be used less because of the lack of parking and utilities.
23. Has there been any structural review done on the historic bridge? (Not in this study.
It will be reviewed in the storm water study however because of erosion)
24. There was flooding this year, and then someone sprayed around the ponds and
killed all the grass this year. Both of these items contributed to increased erosion
around the lagoons.
25. The city should take care of the watershed first before planning the park. The city is
putting the cart before the horse and going around the problem.
26. I want to hear more about the Emerald Ash Borer. (Bill: Emerald Ash Borer was
found within 1.5 miles from city limits. South Park contains some Ash trees that have
been declining due to age and insects for some time now. We will assess those trees
and some removal is planned. We have not planted Ash for seven years now and
are working on diversifying trees. We will lose some trees and are planning to fill
those gaps in advance.)
27. Will the fence that separates the park and residences along the north side be
replaced? And will homeowners be charged for that? (Ray Maurer: the fence
protects the privacy of the homeowners. There will be no additional cost to
homeowners for the replacement of that fence. Rettler Corp will estimate the cost of
that replacement.)
28. Ray Maurer: there will be a park board meeting October 14th in which we will take
input from tonight along with input from engineers and create concepts for the
November/December meeting with final master plans scheduled for the beginning of
next year.
29. When will construction start on the inclusive playground? (Ray Maurer: fundraising is
going on. The City has committed $100,000 and is hoping the community will raise
matching funds. Probably nothing else substantial before 2015/2016. If you have
comments, please send them to me.)
30. I see dogs in the park all the time. Maybe we should make South Park as a dog park.
31. Some emphatic negatives to making South Park a dog park. Some residents were
alright with designating part of it as dog-friendly.
32. Are the bathrooms locked up at night? I always see people in there at 1am. (Ray
Maurer: we have automatic timers on the doors of all new bathrooms that shut at
park closing time. We would install those in any new facilities in South Park as well)
33. Will bathrooms be replaced or added? (That is part of today’s discussion)
34. Ray Maurer: we will come up with three concepts for South Park. We will start
identifying two restroom facilities. There is a need for one in the central park area.
35. Want more police presence.
36. Want more lighting. Parts of the park very dark. (Ray Maurer: Jeff Bahling and an
electrician will take a look at lighting on all new facilities.)
37. Horseshoe lighting is sometimes on at 1am. (Ray Maurer: we are working on that
with an electrician.)
38. Want more volleyball courts and benches. Also add benches around splash pad.
39. Want new shelter between road, horseshoes, and grove of trees in northwest part of
park.
40. I want to say thank you for giving attention to South Park. It is a beautiful park. I
would also like attention paid to the trees and willows as they are a big part of bird
migration. We have a blue heron living in the park right now. We used to have a pair
that nested in the willows. It is such a beautiful park. People from Appleton travel
down to Oshkosh to enjoy our beautiful parks.
41. Now that the willow trees are gone we have more geese. It is probably because of
the longer flyways to land and take off. Also this year they sprayed. Need more trees
in the park, though grow time will be a problem.
42. I’ve lived on South Park for 44 years and there were no goose problems then.
43. Is there a possibility of putting a road in off Ohio Street to access Shelter #3 that
connects to the park loop? (Ohio Street is a state highway. The DOT might allow, but
would need permitting)
44. There was some concern with the point above as noon hour traffic will cut through
the park to escape congestion. This would be bad for the children and elderly. A
better idea would be to move Shelter #3 farther in and closer to the existing loop.
(Ray Maurer also suggested replacing Shelter #3 with an open air gazebo)
45. Can we flip the tennis courts and Shelter #3, or put the shelter where the tennis
courts are? Cost concerns.
46. Regarding the Ohio Street Pavilion (Shelter #3), can we add an entrance/exist with
bathrooms and parking, but no through access? (we will look at the permitting)
47. Someone suggested an arc-shaped road connecting Ohio Street to South Park
Avenue.
48. How often are the tennis courts used? (Ray Maurer: quite often) The original speaker
disagreed with this assessment, but others supported it.
49. Basketball is used very often. There was general agreement with this.
50. I love the stone bridge and want to see it stay.
51. If the stone bridge can hold cars, can we make the path a road? There was some
disagreement with this as many wedding pictures are taken there.
52. Jeff Bahling asked if people often conduct weddings in the park. The answer was an
emphatic yes.
53. There used to be a house in the middle of the park that sold ice cream and candy.
54. When I lived there as a child one fellow took care of the entire park and it was better
maintained then than now. The park needs a lot more care.
55. The park is beautiful just the way it is. Don’t add too much here like what happened
at Menominee Park.
56. Some of the large trees seem to be in danger of falling into the lagoon. Can we do
something to help them?
57. I want to confirm the need for baseball. I live across from the South Park Middle
School and their fields are used constantly. (Ray Maurer: we must consider the
proximity to houses and streets in that location. We are working with groups to find
better locations for ball fields and I’m not sure this is it.)
58. Where is the funding for this project coming from? (The master plan covers a 20-25
year time frame. Not sure where all the funding will eventually come from over that
range. Still earmarking money for South Park improvements in the CIP)
59. Regarding the Inclusive Playground, I hope it’s not like Menominee Park where you
can lose your children in the playground. (Jeff Bahling observed that Stevens Point
has a barrier free playground and it is rather open)
60. I don’t think we need that playground. We have existing playgrounds and the
children are playing and happy there. Why are our tax dollars going toward another
playground instead of the watershed problem?
61. Are the plans for any more parks in Oshkosh? (Ray Maurer: None in the works now.
However our ordinances require that as new developments take place, parkland
must be dedicated or a fee paid in lieu of parkland dedication)
Jeff Bahling reminded everyone to fill out their comments papers and turn them in to Ray
Maurer. The meeting then closed.
The aforementioned constitutes my understanding of the observed and discussed items. If any
of the above items have been misinterpreted or omitted please contact our office as soon as
possible.
Sincerely,
(Rebecca Ramirez, for)
Jeff Bahling, ASLA Senior Landscape Architect
Minutes from Go‐To Meeting with Ray Maurer on January 2, 2014 regarding
South Park, Oshkosh WI 54901
Present:
Jeff Bahling
Ray Maurer
Rebecca Ramirez
All concepts: fence by residential properties to be black or green coated vinyl
No need for Rettler Corp to address the geese issue
Lagoon Stabilization Sheet: remove masonry pier and replace with coir logs option. (JB will
obtain cost per lineal feet for all options)
Obtain existing vs. proposed parking numbers for all options
Concept 1: Change shade structures from red to blue
Concept 1: Remove existing basketball from aerial photo
Add some sort of disclaimer such as: “All lagoon improvements conceptual. Design to be based
on hydrologic studies.”
JB: create preliminary water source study for lagoon
JB: obtain dredging estimate for lagoons
Concept 1: Change parking off Ohio street to one‐way angled; add one‐way arrows
JB: obtain estimate for tennis court fencing and reconstruction
Concept 3: move “Relocated Shelter #2” to a place between playground and parking lot
Concept 3: switch shelter and playground in northwest corner.
Concept 3: Change play area to sand volleyball lot.
Concept 3: Move Shelter #3 to somewhere near tennis courts
Concept 3: Change shelter at southwest corner to from “new” to “updated”
Concept 3: noted “reconstructed tennis courts” on existing tennis courts
Concept 1: replace the north most blue&white shelter beside playgrounds with a
restroom/shelter building and remove the one just to the north
Make sure to landscape the islands in the parking lots.
Eliminate Concept 2
‐Rebecca Ramirez
ADVISORY PARK BOARD
MINUTES
JANUARY 13, 2014
Present: Sean Fitzgerald, Victor Girens, Bill Gogolewski, Jim Michelson, Bill Miller
Excused: Carrie Rule, Jonathan Wilson, Terry Wohler
Staff: Ray Maurer, Parks Director; Chad Dallman, Parks Operations Manager; Bill Sturm, Landscape
Operations Manager/City Forester; Trish Marks, Recording Secretary
Guests: Jeff Bahling, Senior Landscape Architect for the Rettler Corporation of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Gogolewski called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
A quorum was determined to be present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Michelson for approval of the October 14, 2013 minutes, as distributed. Seconded by
Girens. Motion carried 5‐0.
CITIZENS STATEMENTS (Items on Agenda)
There were no citizen’s statements.
PARK BUSINESS
1) Discuss South Park Master Plan
Mr. Maurer reiterated the background of the proposal from his Memorandum to the Board dated January 9,
2014 (said Memorandum on file at the City Parks Department and made a part of these minutes).
Jeff Bahling, Senior Landscape Architect for the Rettler Corporation of Stevens Point, Wisconsin did a brief
overview of two (2) proposed conceptual plans (said conceptual plans on file at the City Parks Department and
made a part of these minutes). He noted that with respect to conceptual plan #1 and the proposed parking
along Ohio Street, Mr. Maurer is in the process of investigating if parking would be allowable in that area. He
stated he would like to see some sort of dedication area to describe/highlight the bridges as they are unique to
the area.
Mr. Miller stated he would like the proposed parking lot along the Ohio Street area pursued. Mr. Bahling stated
that proposing to keep it a one‐way might help with pushing it through the approval process.
Mr. Fitzgerald inquired if there were liabilities that come with the decorative boulders (people jumping them)
and inquired if other communities have them in their parks.
Mr. Bahling stated that staff reminded him that the decorative boulders become a maintenance issue as debris
gets caught up in them and they were not keen on including them in the plan.
Mr. Fitzgerald stated that neither plan shows any changes to the pedestrian bridges and inquired if any changes
were being considered. Mr. Bahling stated no changes were being proposed.
ADVISORY PARK BOARD
MINUTES PAGE TWO JANUARY 13, 2013
Chairman Gogolewski stated that the proposed shelter does not address the restroom dilemma. Mr. Michelson
stated that the restrooms are important on the Ohio Street side of the park and have been a concern for years.
Mr. Bahling stated that once the parking issue on the Ohio Street side is approved then a restroom could be
added to the plan along with a new shelter.
Chairman Gogolewski inquired if the basketball court could be moved closer to the volleyball courts and Mr.
Bahling stated that could be changed accordingly.
Mr. Miller inquired as to the approximate cost of expanding the retention pond? Mr. Bahling stated he did not
have any cost estimates to date, and noted that might be a storm water department cost.
Mr. Miller inquired if it was possible to expand the splash pad in conceptual plan #1? Mr. Bahling stated that
would be possible and noted that some other features might have to be reconfigured in order to do an expansion
to the east.
Mr. Bahling stated the intent is to maintain the water quality in the ponds especially if the Quarry water source
is eliminated. Mr. Bahling reviewed the shoreline stability options and noted he was also working with James
Rabe in the City Engineering office about the proposals. He noted that the rip rap and vegetated coir log
options were the most expensive.
Mr. Sturm stated that a combination of various shoreline options would be viable for various sections of the
lagoon areas.
It was the consensus of the Board that they prefer conceptual plan #1 with some minor changes, to‐wit: keep
the shelter on the Ohio Street side with the addition of a restroom, expand the splash pad, provide two (2)
restrooms in active play area, add volleyball court in northwest corner adjacent to the residential properties,
shoreline stabilization will be a priority, keep/maintain a bridge patio, provide limestone steppers
(approximately three (3) per lagoon), and expand lower lagoon to the west thereby eliminating a spillway. Mr.
Bahling stated he would make these changes and tweaks after meeting with the City’s Engineering Department.
Discussion ensued relative to the shoreline areas. Mr. Sturm stated higher use areas could be grass up to the
shoreline area because of the heavy traffic. As you proceed east there is more of a naturalized setting (lower
impact) area and those areas could be limestone for fishing or access closer to the water and also combinations
for some of those naturalized areas as well. It is important to look at each different zone and determine what
would be a good fit for that particular area.
Mr. Maurer suggested that in the written document state the options that the Park Board and staff favor rather
than place them on the plans themselves.
Mr. Michelson stated he would like to see predominately grass and vegetated coir logs and a few limestone rocks
installed, but no naturalized landscape or rip rap.
Mr. Miller concurred with Mr. Michelson and stated he did not want rip rap installed unless it was absolutely
necessary.
2) Update on 2014 Budget
Mr. Maurer gave a brief overview of the 2014 Parks Operating Budget noting that it was the directive for each
City department to do a potential 5% cut/reduction in their budgets. A 5% reduction in the Parks Budget
calculated to approximately $80,000. We had one (1) full time trades technician that retired at the end of the
year and that helped with the reduction as we didn’t want to nickel and dime our already slim budget. That
means a gentleman that is generally out there plowing snow/mowing grass and helping with projects is now
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gone and those responsibilities will be spread out to the remaining crew. Those duties will not be done as
quickly due to our cut in staff. To help generate some revenue for our department we proposed some fee
increases. The fee increases for the park shelter rentals, boat launches and golf course fee increases were
approved by the City Council and became effective January 1, 2014. Mr. Maurer stated that highlights on some
of the projects that are being worked on in various divisions include Forestry looking at the Emerald Ash Borer
(EAB) evaluating some of the ash trees that might be treatable and included in his budget was $20,000 to help
him to contract removal or do some injections on some of those trees. The Revenue Facilities Manager is
working on an annual report which will be presented to the Board. Crews will be completing renovation of the
tie up docks in Menominee Park and the zoo master plan is continuing to be worked on. Due to a number of
break‐ins and security issues at the Lakefly Café, amusement office and the zoo maintenance building there will
be security cameras installed. The design of the Rainbow Park boat launch improvements, there is $50,000
budgeted to take on that project. Mr. Davis of Community Development, had previously announced that there is
grant funding that will not be used at the Boat Works property because there is not a motorized boat facility
going down there so the DNR stated if we had another motorized project area they are willing to shift that grant
money to Rainbow Park and hopefully that work can start in 2014/15. With respect to the Pollock Community
Water Park there are a number of things going on such as replacing outside lockers as the current ones are
rusted, we will be purchasing additional deck chairs and a malt machine for concessions. With regard to
Lakeshore Municipal Golf Course, staff is expanding the range tee and are hoping to add a senior division to the
city tournament and grow entries to 180; they are working on additional marketing to increase women and
junior golf rounds and also work with schools to increase junior rounds as well as UW‐O and Fox Valley
Technical School to increase the college aged students that use the facility.
3) Update on 2014 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Mr. Maurer reiterated the 2014 CIP project list and status of each project (said list on file at the City Parks
Department and made a part of these minutes). He noted some of the projects were bumped into 2015 and
2016.
Mr. Maurer stated there may be some caveats with respect to the 2014 CIP project list with respect to the
Universal Accessible Playground (UAP) project. The City Council in 2012 committed $100,000 if the UAP
committee could raise a matching $100,000 before construction could begin. The UAP committee recently
received another donation of $25,000 bringing their donations to date of approximately $80,000. If the UAP
committee raises the $100,000 matching grant money and is ready for construction of the playground, then an
adjustment to the proposed 2014 list needs to be made.
CITIZEN STATEMENTS (Items not listed on the Agenda)
There were no citizen statements.
PARK DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Mr. Girens inquired as to the status of the Park Suspension Policy.
Mr. Maurer stated the Policy has affected at most six (6) individuals to date. Red Arrow Park and Menominee
Park still have pending problems with some individuals.
PARKS OPERATIONS MANAGERS REPORT
Mr. Dallman reported that crews are currently finishing up projects and working on snow removal as well as CIP
projects.
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LANDSCAPE OPERATIONS MANAGERS REPORT
Mr. Sturm stated that crews are working on winter prunings and removals. He noted that while the EAB is not
in the City of Oshkosh, it is in close proximity. It is his intent to do treatment on some of the better trees and
also doing a multi‐tier approach on the trees. He stated he has been working with the City Attorney’s office on
updating the Municipal Code relative to the insect control section. Mr. Sturm stated that work is proceeding on
the George Washington development and that the Rettler Corporation is in the process of working on bid
specification documents. He announced that a representative from the Weather Channel will be broadcasting
from Menominee Park tomorrow morning.
OTHER BUSINESS
There being no other business,
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Girens for adjournment; seconded by Miller. Motion carried 5‐0.
The meeting adjourned at 7:21 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Trish Marks
Trish Marks, Recording Secretary
ADVISORY PARK BOARD
MINUTES
MARCH 10, 2014
Present: Sean Fitzgerald, Bill Gogolewski, Jim Michelson, Carrie Rule, Megan Schuessler, Jonathan Wilson,
Terry Wohler
Excused: Victor Girens, Bill Miller
Staff: Ray Maurer, Parks Director; Bill Sturm, Landscape Operations Manager/City Forester; Jenny
McCollian, Revenue Facilities Manager; Steve Dobish, Lakeshore Municipal Golf Course Manager;
Trish Marks, Recording Secretary
Guests: Jeff Bahling, Senior Landscape Architect for the Rettler Corporation of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Chairman Gogolewski introduced the new Board member, Megan Schuessler. Ms. Schuessler stated she has
lived in Oshkosh for approximately five (5) years and that her husband is a native of Oshkosh. She works at EAA
in the marketing department.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Gogolewski called the meeting to order at 6:02 P.M.
ROLL CALL
A quorum was determined to be present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Wohler for approval of the January 13, 2014 minutes, as distributed. Seconded by
Wilson. Motion carried 7‐0.
CITIZENS STATEMENTS (Items on Agenda)
There were no citizen’s statements.
PARK BUSINESS
1) Discuss/recommend lease agreement extension for concession stand operation at Spanbauer
Memorial Field with Fraternal Order of Eagles
Mr. Maurer reiterated the background of the proposal from his Memorandum to the Board dated March 4, 2014
(said Memorandum on file at the City Parks Department and made a part of these minutes). He stated since
1996 the city has worked with the Fraternal Order of Eagles to provide concessions at Spanbauer Memorial
Field. There have been a number of lease extensions with the most recent lease expiring on December 31, 2013.
It is requested to renew the lease for two more years on the same terms and conditions as the original lease. Mr.
Maurer noted that staff has had a good working relationship with the Eagles group and would like to continue
that relationship.
Dan Brewer, representative of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, stated there has been a decline in revenues over the
years since the men’s leagues were removed from using the field (due to massive home runs and the disbanding
of Club 6‐1/2). He stated that there are women’s and co‐ed leagues on Monday through Thursday nights and
that the Eagles Club is working with Oshkosh Youth Softball in scheduling some games and tournaments.
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Motion by Wohler to recommend approval of a two‐year lease agreement extension for concession
stand operations at Spanbauer Memorial Field with Fraternal Order of the Eagles; seconded by
Fitzgerald. Motion carried 7‐0.
2) Discuss/approve Little Free Library project proposal by North High School Students for Abe
Rochlin Park, Roe Park and Fugleberg Boat Launch
Mr. Maurer gave a brief overview of the request and introduced Anthony Wegenke, an Oshkosh North High
School student who is working on the project.
Mr. Wegenke stated the Vocational Skills class at Oshkosh North High School is requesting to add “Little Free
Libraries” at Rochlin Park, Fugleberg Boat Launch and Roe Park to encourage literacy within the Oshkosh
community. The Little Free Library is a “take a book, return a book” gathering place wherein neighbors share
their favorite literature and stories. The Little Free Libraries will be accessible to individuals who are
wheelchair bound and are designed for the various park locations. Students will receive school credit for
keeping up stock and maintaining the library boxes. He showed the Board members the two (2) boxes that
were done for Roe Park (flowers and children playing) and a boat (Fugelberg Boat Launch). He noted that the
boxes will have pitched roofs to allow rain water runoff and doors that will open for easy access as well as metal
poles for in‐ground installation. Mr. Maurer inquired as to what the third design was and Mr. Wegenke stated it
is a “fish” for placement at Rochlin Park.
Mr. Fitzgerald inquired if these library boxes would be available year round or seasonal. Mr. Wegenke stated
that they would be removed in the winter months to avoid snow damage or animals using them for winter
homes.
Mr. Fitzgerald inquired if staff had concerns with mowing or snow plow maintenance. Mr. Maurer stated that he
did not think the library boxes would pose a dilemma with mowing or plowing. The school would be
responsible for maintenance and upkeep of these boxes. If there would be a considerable amount of vandalism
or other issues, they would be pulled. It is suggested that these Little Free Libraries be placed out for a trial
period of one year with the understanding that if vandalism or maintenance issues arise that cannot be resolved,
the “libraries” will be removed. In checking with other communities that allow these “libraries” in public spaces,
they have had few issues.
Chairman Gogolewski inquired as to (informational) signage. Mr. Wegenke stated the students are working on
plaques to put on the boxes.
Motion by Wohler for approval of the Little Free Library project as proposed for a trial period of one
year and that final product approval to be done by the Parks Director prior to placement; Seconded
by Rule. Motion carried 7‐0.
3) Review South Park Master Plan Concept
Jeff Bahling, Senior Landscape Architect for the Rettler Corporation of Stevens Point, did a brief overview of the
preferred concept plan (said conceptual plan on file at the City Parks Department and made a part of these
minutes). He noted that on February 24, 2014 he had a meeting with AECom and the City’s Engineering
Department relative to a storm water engineering project study with respect to the Stringham Creek and was
glad to announce that all parties involved were on the same wave length.
Mr. Wohler inquired as to the pond on the Ohio Street side of the park as the preferred plan shows it as being
twice as big as it is presently.
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Mr. Bahling stated the intention would be to first do a dredging of the pond/lagoon and then make it deeper and
have a larger spillway with storm water features. He did not know if funding would be available at this point for
dredging expenses. Mr. Fitzgerald stated he thought those expenses might be covered under the storm water
utility budget.
Mr. Wilson inquired as to how long these improvements would take and did the park have to be closed for an
entire summer. Mr. Maurer stated that master plans are typically done in phases and as funding becomes
available and like the other master plans, it is a 20‐year plan. With respect to the South Park plan, it is hoped to
start with the inclusive playground and the accessibility restrooms and then as the engineering study gets
completed work can begin on some of the other projects as noted in the plan.
Mr. Fitzgerald stated that the preferred plan shows decorative boulders in the lagoons and inquired if there
were liability concerns in that regard. Mr. Bahling stated that those decorative boulders will be removed from
the plan as staff had already expressed concern with them due to maintenance issues.
Ms. Rule inquired as to the playground surface. Mr. Maurer stated that cost estimates will be determined, but it
is anticipated to use pour‐in‐place for the playground surfaces which may have to be done in sections according
to CIP dollars available. He noted that the inclusive playground will be pour‐in‐place at the time of installation.
Mr. Michelson expressed concern with the upper northwestern basketball courts being so close to the roadway
in that he felt that bouncing balls would go into the roadway and that the sound of the bouncing balls would
disrupt the neighborhood. Mr. Bahling stated that while he has them indicated 15 ft. from the sidewalk, they
could be realigned to address any concerns.
Mr. Bahling stated his staff will put together some cost estimates for the South Park Master Plan for
consideration at a future meeting.
CITIZEN STATEMENTS (Items not listed on the Agenda)
There were no citizen statements.
PARK DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Mr. Maurer reported that the Sawyer Creek dredging work at Bauman Park is now completed and noted that
staff will be working on the restoration plan. Monies from the City’s CIP fund will be used for replacement of the
playground equipment and noted that staff will be obtaining cost estimates for the equipment. With respect to
the Inclusive Playground project, fundraising monies are now nearing $90,000 of the $100,000 needed to obtain
the City’s matching funding to begin the project. He reminded the Board that The State of the City is scheduled
for Monday, March 31st at the Convention Center and invited the Board and public to attend.
PARKS OPERATIONS MANAGERS REPORT
Mr. Maurer reported that the parks crew have been working on the cruiser docks at Menominee Park and that
the dock work at William Steiger Park is now completed.
LANDSCAPE OPERATIONS MANAGERS REPORT
Mr. Sturm stated that he has been working with crews on the Emerald Ash tree removal/clearing and injection
treatments to trees that are not presently infected. He is working with the City’s IT Department relative to
mapping of the EAB trees for inventory purposes. Mr. Sturm stated that the Cemetery’s new computer system is
up and running and staff is currently working on merging the cemetery data with the GIS system. He stated that
the Taking Root program recently had some good publicity and he recently did a presentation at the Paine
Center and Arboretum.
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REVENUE FACILITIES MANAGERS REPORT
Ms. McCollian reported that revenues were good in 2013 despite the rainy weather conditions at the beginning
of the season. The River Otter exhibit opened in 2013 and the otters are enjoying their new home. With respect
to the Amusement Center, the train had been down for repairs for 23 days in 2013, but is now in good operating
condition. She noted that all special events went great in 2013 and will have a breakdown of each event and the
Pollock Pool end of the year breakdown in her final report which she is compiling. She stated revenues for all
special events were $200 shy of $10,000 which will be used for zoo improvements. Ms. McCollian stated she is
presently working on 2014 upcoming events and obtaining sponsorships for each event. With respect to the
Tuesday night Live Streaming concerts, she has the bands booked but not all of the contracts have been signed
or returned to her so she is unable to announce the bands at this time. One new event for 2014 is Breakfast with
the Bunny that she is working on in conjunction with staff from the Oshkosh Senior Center.
LAKESHORE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE MANAGERS REPORT
Mr. Dobish stated that although rounds and revenues were down in 2013, revenues during the prime months of
2013 were level with 2012. The revenue from May to October in 2013 was up from 2012. He noted that the
trend is that fewer people around the country were playing golf in 2013. The cart revenues were up 22% which
he attributes to the new fleet; he also noted that less gasoline was purchased which he also attributes to the new
fleet. Merchandise sales were up 10% which he feels was due to the variety and recognizable branding. It is
hoped that with the Board approved reduction in junior golf fees that more kids will be coming to Lakeshore in
2014. The Young Adult pass is being continued and it is hoped that students at UW‐O and Fox Valley Technical
College will be purchasing passes. The Youth play for free with a parent or guardian on weekends after 3 PM
will be restored for 2014. A new venture they will be trying for 2014 is using a big cup format which is a 50%
larger cup (6‐inch cup) that will be placed on the front 9 holes as an option. Crews will be mowing the rough
closer which will help with speed and flow of activity. Crews will also maintain the height of the berms to help
with lost balls.
OTHER BUSINESS
There being no other business,
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Wohler for adjournment; seconded by Fitzgerald. Motion carried 7‐0.
The meeting adjourned at 7:12 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Trish Marks
Trish Marks, Recording Secretary
Section 2: Appendices
City of Oshkosh
South Park Master Plan
APPENDIX C:
USER GROUP SURVEY SUMMARY
#### NameNameNameName
Group Group Group Group
RepresentedRepresentedRepresentedRepresented
Overall Park Overall Park Overall Park Overall Park
ConditionConditionConditionCondition Facilities UsedFacilities UsedFacilities UsedFacilities Used
# Events # Events # Events # Events
per Yearper Yearper Yearper Year
Approx. # Approx. # Approx. # Approx. #
ParticipantsParticipantsParticipantsParticipants ShortagesShortagesShortagesShortages Improvements DesiredImprovements DesiredImprovements DesiredImprovements Desired Additional CommentsAdditional CommentsAdditional CommentsAdditional Comments
1111 Larry Lautenschlager
Winnebago County
Labor Council Good
Big Shelter, Small
Shelter,
Playground, Entire
Park 1 500+ None More and closer bathrooms
2222 Gary Laabs
V.A.W Fox Valley
Retirees Fair
Shelter #1, Shelter
#2 1 200-300
Not enough picnic tables in
Shelter #1, Serving tables in
#1 & #2 wobbly not stable,
electrical system in #2
outdated- need to be able to
plug in more roasters without
blowing breakers
Electrical system in #2
upgraded, more picnic
tables in #1, stable serving
tables, bathroom facilities
updated
We use #2 as food prep. We have to bring
generators to run roasters because
breakers keep blowing. We carry picnic
tables from #2 to #1 for more seating and
back to #2. Have had complaints about
the condition of bathrooms.
3333 Carla Nigl Park Dance Fair Big Pavilion 1 400 or so
Running water, more long
tables, missing tables in 2012
and 2013
Inside of Big Pavilion needs
to be cleaned and painted.
Running water would be
great.
When you follow other events, there is
sometimes sticky floors and tables. Since
there is no running water, water has to be
brought in. Big signs for people who use
the park pavilions to clean up even
outside (butts & paper). Garbage cans
need to be emptied. Parks should have
garbage cans?
4444 Roger LaPoint
Winnebago
Barbershoppers Excellent
Large Pavilion,
Dumpsters,
Playground 1 70 N/A Refrigerator N/A
5555
Linda Nolan / Carolyn
Sturma
Oshkosh Fine Arts
Association Good
Large Pavilion,
Small Pavilion,
Park Grounds,
Bathrooms 1
100-150 artists and
6-8 food vendors
Bathrooms were dirty and had
no paper. Would like air
dryers. Better and more
electrical outlets. Hard to
move garbage containers to
the park.
Cleaner bathrooms, more
electrical outlets, better
plan to obtain garbage
containers for placement in
park Have hosted for 55 years.
6666 Doug Kienast
Graybeard
Productions Fair
West side of park
and buildings 1 1000-2000
Pavilion too small,
deteriorated parking lot,
water supply closer to
pavilion, more electric outlets,
and larger breakers in pavilion
bigger pavilion, better
parking lot, water closer to
pavilion, more electric
outlets and bigger breakers
7777 Donald Evert
Thursday Night
Horseshoe League Good
Bathrooms, Small
Shelter, Horseshoe
Pits 16 35 Bathrooms, Parking
bathrooms located across
the road from the splash
pad and playground,
adjacent to the horseshoe
pits, angle parking near pits
like the ones near tennis
courts
8888 Cheryl L Rosenthal
Oshkosh Area Human
Society Good
bathrooms, Shelter
#2, electricity 1 250
bathrooms need facelift,
electric outlets kept tripping,
need electrical upgrade in
large pavilion as we use many
outlets for food and sound fewer geese
9999 Kym Drebus
Arts for Kids
Childcare Excellent
Large Pavilion &
Water 1 200
Our childcare center is to
small outside to host our
annual carnival.
It would be nice to have a
water source in multiple
areas so we did not have to
connect four hoses to have
the water reach the desired
area.
We love using the South Park facility, it is
a great fit for our event. The park and
pavalion is always clean and presentable.
The cost is also very affordable and it was
nice that I was able to drop things off for
the event the night before since no one
was using the builiding that day. That
was very helpful and time saving to us.
User Group Survey Response SummaryUser Group Survey Response SummaryUser Group Survey Response SummaryUser Group Survey Response Summary
Oshkosh, WIOshkosh, WIOshkosh, WIOshkosh, WI
South ParkSouth ParkSouth ParkSouth Park
Summary of User Group Surveys
Shelter #1 ‐large
(6)
Shelter #2 ‐small
(6)
General Park
Grounds (3)
Playground (2)
Dumpsters (1)
Bathrooms (3)
Horseshoe Pits
South Park ‐Facilities Used
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
Excellent Good Fair
Overall Park Condition
Respondants
Electrical system ‐
outdated, not
enough
receptacles,
undersized (4)
Pavilion Tables ‐not
enough, missing,
wobbly (2)Water Supply ‐
inconvenient
location (2)
Bathrooms ‐dirty,
missing paper, no
hand dryers (3)
Garbage Containers
(1)
Buildings ‐
too small (1)
Parking Lot ‐small,
deteriorated (2)
South Park ‐Identified Issues
Bathrooms‐cleaner,
more, closer (5)
Electrical System
Upgrade (3)
Running
Water ‐
in or near
Pavilion
#1 (2)
Picnic Tables ‐more
(1)
Serving Tables ‐more
stable (1)
Pavilion 1 ‐cleaned &
painted (1)
Pavilion 1 ‐bigger (1)
Refrigerator (1)
Garbage Containers
(1)
Parking Lot ‐
better, more
(2)
Geese ‐fewer (1)
South Park ‐Desired Improvements