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OSHKOSH COMMON COUNCIL AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN
September 9, 2025

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CALL TO ORDER (6:00 p.m.)

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION - VOTING FIRST

Deputy Mayor Stephenson

Invocation #1

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

South Park Middle School

PROCLAMATIONS

(issued ahead of meeting)

Pedestrian Safety Month (October 2025) & White Cane Safety Day Proclamation (October 15, 2025)

Crash Responder Safety Week, November 17 - 21, 2025

PRESENTATION

Review of 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) by KerberRose

PUBLIC STATEMENTS TO COUNCIL
(The public is to address the Council only. Statements are limited to five (5) minutes; they must address items that are not listed on the Council meeting agenda, are limited to issues that have an impact on the City of Oshkosh and the Common Council may address at a future meeting, and must not include endorsements of any candidates or other electioneering). If you require more time, please inform the Mayor at the beginning of your presentation.

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
(Consent Agenda items are those items of a routine administrative nature that are voted on by the Council in a single roll call vote. Staff recommends approval of all items. Any member of the public or Common Council may request that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.)

Report of Bills

July 2025 Financial Reports

Approve Common Council Meeting Minutes 08.26.25

Receipt & Filing of Claim Filed with the City's Insurance Company - Kelly & Emily Flanigan

Receipt & Filing of Claim Filed with the City's Insurance Company - Raheim Cason

Res 25-466

Update Designation of Authorized Signers

Res 25-467

Deferred Payment Agreement Policy

Res 25-468

Approve 2025 Budget Amendment and Professional Services Agreement from CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC for Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) Services for Community Development Department ($212,620 in one-time implementation costs; $47,840 for the annual subscription)

10.

Res 25-469

Award Bid to Ahern Fire Protection for IT Server Room Clean Agent System for the Oshkosh Public Library ($28,160.00)

11.

Res 25-470

Rescind Resolution 25-440 and approve Specific Implementation Plan Amendment for parking lot modifications at 90 Wisconsin Street (Plan Commission recommends approval)

12.

Res 25-471

Approve 2025 budget amendment to Contractual Agreement Payments WEDC ($250,000)

13.

Res 25-472

Approve Change Order No. 1 (Final) for Public Works Contract No. 24-04 Wastewater Treatment Plant Roofs Replacement / Rohde Brothers, Inc. (+$37,528.00)

14.

Res 25-473

Approve Special Event - HC Entertainment to host Al Grito de Puerta (Yell: Open the Gate) at Sunnyview Exposition Center, September 14, 2025

15.

Res 25-474

Approve Special Event - Oshkosh West High School to utilize City streets for the Oshkosh West Homecoming Parade, October 3, 2025

16.

Res 25-475

Approve Special Event - Vida to utilize City sidewalks and South Park trails for the Walk for Life, October 4, 2025

ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA

PENDING ORDINANCES

17.

Ord 25-476

Amend Section 27A-11 of the Municipal Code pertaining to parking regulations on Washington Avenue

NEW ORDINANCES (NOTE: It is anticipated that there will be no formal action taken at this meeting on items marked with an asterisk (*) unless Council formally waives the rules.)

18.

*Ord 25-477

Approve zone change from Two Flat Residential-10 District (TR-10) and Central Mixed-Use District (CMU) to Two Flat Residential-10 District with a Planned Development Overlay (TR-10-PD) for select properties located on the south side of the 100 block of West 8th Avenue and the north side of the 100 block of West 9th Avenue between Oregon Street and Nebraska Street (parcels 90301010000, 90301040000, 90301050000, 90301060000, 90301070000, 90301100000, 90301110000, 90301120000, 90301130000 and 90301150000) (Plan Commission recommends approval)

19.

*Ord 25-478

Approve zone change from Heavy Industrial District (HI) to Heavy Industrial District with a Planned Development Overlay (HI-PD) at 2751 Universal Street (parcel 91329120200) (Plan Commission recommends approval)

20.

*Ord 25-479

Amend Chapter 13 of the City of Oshkosh Municipal Code Pertaining to Fire Prevention and Protection to Adopt Updated Provisions from the International Fire Code and Clarify Provisions Pertaining to Responsibility for Compliance and Fireworks

PENDING RESOLUTIONS

21.

Res 25-480

Approve Determination of Necessity to Acquire and Approve and Execute Relocation Order for a Storm Sewer Easement at 3820 Jackson Street (Parcel 91527190100), 3835 Summerset Way (Parcel 91527310000), and 3847 Summerset Way (Parcel 91527320000)

22.

Res 25-481

Approve Budget Amendment and Award Bid for Public Works Contract No. 25-03 to Vinton Construction Company for Washington School Reconstruction ($824,321.63)

COUNCIL DISCUSSION, DIRECTION TO CITY MANAGER & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

23.

Discussion and Direction to City Manager

24.

Future Agenda Items, Meetings, and Workshops

Budget Workshops:

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 4-6pm
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 5-7pm (if needed)

2026 Operations Budget Public Hearing, October 28, 2025, 5pm

COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS

CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS & STATEMENTS

25.

Current Initiatives

ADJOURN

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Review of 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) by KerberRose

Attachments

2024 Final ACFR

2024 Management Communication

2024 Single Audit

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Julie Calmes, Director of Finance

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Report of Bills

Background

The items below are being presented for approval by the Oshkosh Common Council.
These items have been properly audited and certified by the City Comptroller and are herewith submitted for your allowance in the amount of $5,233,336.10

Bills paid August 22 and 29, 2025

$3,932,973.61

Payroll paid August 29, 2025

$1,300,362.49

Attachments

08222025 Check run

08292025 Check run

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

July 2025 Financial Reports

Attachments

July 2025 Financial Reports

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Approve Common Council Meeting Minutes 08.26.25

Attachments

08.26.25 CC Minutes

SUBJECT:

Receipt & Filing of Claim Filed with the City's Insurance Company - Kelly & Emily Flanigan

DATE:

09/09/2025

Claim Information

Claimant: Kelly & Emily Flanigan
Date of Loss: 1.11.2025
Summary of Claim: Alleged water main break caused damage to their basement.

SUBJECT:

Receipt & Filing of Claim Filed with the City's Insurance Company - Raheim Cason

DATE:

09/09/2025

Claim Information

Claimant: Raheim Cason
Date of Loss: 7.10.2025
Summary of Claim: Alleged he lost control of his motorcycle due to a newly painted crosswalk.

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Julie Calmes, Finance Director

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-466 Update Designation of Authorized Signers

BACKGROUND

The Finance department has experienced some personnel changes within the last quarter which caused the need to update the authorized signers.

ANALYSIS

It is necessary to establish clear authority for investment transactions so that transactions may be completed in a timely and efficient manner.

RECOMMENDATION

The Finance department recommends the Council adopt the updated designation of authorized signers.

Attachments

Res 25-466

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Julie Calmes, Finance Director

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-467 Deferred Payment Agreement Policy

BACKGROUND

The Utility Accounting division has been working with customers to establish deferred payment agreements for many years. However, it appears that these agreements have historically been guided by informal practices rather than a formal policy. Recognizing the need for a structured approach, the Finance Department developed a draft deferred payment agreement policy in 2024. This draft was presented at the October 2, 2024, Long Range Finance Committee meeting. There were a few suggestions made and staff continued to analyze transactions throughout 2024 and 2025. A revised draft, informed by this analysis, was subsequently presented to the Long Range Finance Committee on August 6, 2025. After some very good discussion, the Long Range Finance Committee recommended that we bring the Deferred Payment Agreement Policy to the City Council for adoption with a few modifications.

ANALYSIS

In early 2024, our analysis revealed that over 100 customers were enrolled in deferred payment agreements, with no initial down payment required in most cases. Notably, many customers requested such agreements in early fall, made minimal payments, if any, and then defaulted. This pattern enabled these customers to circumvent WI Stats. 66.069, which mandates that delinquent utility balances be transferred to real estate tax bills if unpaid by November 15th. Specifically, a 10% penalty is applied to unpaid balances as of November 1st, with these balances transitioning to real estate taxes by November 15th. Initial delinquency notices for this Statute are mailed to the owner and occupant by October 15th each year.

The proposed deferred payment agreement policy aims to curtail the exploitation of these statutory provisions while still providing genuine support to customers who require additional time for payment.

FISCAL IMPACT

The adoption of the proposed Deferred Payment Agreement Policy is not anticipated to produce any significant financial impact. Instead, it creates a structured path for customers to reconcile overdue utility bills into a feasible payment plan, thereby deterring intentional evasion of tax roll transfers.

RECOMMENDATION

The Long Range Finance Committee and Staff recommend that the City Council adopt the attached Deferred Payment Agreement Policy. This policy is designed to enhance the integrity of the deferred payment agreement process while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Attachments

Res 25-467

Deferred Payment Agreement Policy

Deferred Payment Agreement Form

PSC 185.38 Deferred Payment Agreement

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Jon Urben, General Services Manager

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-468 Approve 2025 Budget Amendment and Professional Services Agreement from CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC for Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) Services for Community Development Department ($212,620 in one-time implementation costs; $47,840 for the annual subscription)

BACKGROUND

The City is currently paying a little over $130,000 per year for our current assessment services software solution. The current system being used is an old, antiquated system with no field operations capabilities or state software submittal connection capabilities. The current software often results in staff having to double enter data. The purpose of this memo is to summarize the RFP process solicited for this project with a recommendation for award of professional services for an initial one (1) year term.

ANALYSIS

An RFP for professional services for this project was issued on May 30, 2025. The RFP was sent to known CAMA firms and posted on DemandStar. Proposals were due June 24, 2025. Three firms submitted proposals. The proposals were scored against the stated RFP criteria that included technical and operational function related items, experience with Wisconsin assessment procedures, field capabilities and more. A cross-functional evaluation team of city staff evaluated the proposals. Based on the evaluation process, it was determined that the proposal from CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC best met or exceeded all the criteria identified in the RFP. Specifically, the committee felt CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC excelled in the criteria of reducing staff time required for data entry and ease of use. Additionally, CAMA Cloud Technologies has the capability to connect with the State of Wisconsin's DOR software for direct integration, thus saving additional staff data entry time. In consideration of these factors, staff recommends CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC be engaged to provide CAMA services for one year at $47,840 with implementation costs at $212,620.

FISCAL IMPACT

The total fiscal impact of CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC cost proposal for these services is $260,460 with implementation costing $212,620 and the yearly software cost of $47,840.

Staff is recommending a budget adjustment to decrease 01000914-6461 (Contingency) by $260,460 and increase account 01000080-6415 (Assessors Subscription/Licensing Contracts) by $260,460. These services will be charged to the account 1000080-6415 Assessors Subscription/Licensing Contracts.

Future years of engagement for this agreement are contingent upon available budget funds. Staff anticipates that, with this new agreement/software rollout, the city may expect to save roughly $80,000 per year.

RECOMMENDATION

Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code of the City of Oshkosh provides that professional services of a specialized nature, including these services, may be procured without the use of competitive bidding or quotation process. In accordance with Section 12-16, Purchasing recommends that the Common Council approve the proposal submitted by CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC, W6237 Neubert Road, Appleton, WI 54913, for CAMA services for an initial one (1) year term of $47,840 and implementation costs of $212,620 for a total cost of $260,460 If you have any questions on this recommendation, please contact me or Sara Rutkowski, Community Development Director.

Attachments

Res 25-468

RFP - CAMA Cloud Technoligies

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Jon Urben, General Services Manager

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-469 Award Bid to Ahern Fire Protection for IT Server Room Clean Agent System for the Oshkosh Public Library ($28,160.00)

BACKGROUND

The Oshkosh Public Library's main server/data equipment closet is currently protected from fire by a water-based sprinkler system, which would be catastrophically damaging to data and equipment if ever deployed. To correct this issue, staff is recommending a clean agent/inert gas suppression system be installed to protect against fire in this space, as well as the necessary retrofitting of the HVAC and other building systems to accommodate this upgrade. The Common Council allocated $60,000 in the 2025 CIP for this project. As most of the equipment in this space is owned and managed by the Winnefox Library System, Winnefox has confirmed they will fund 50% of the total cost of this project.

ANALYSIS

Working with Facilities Maintenance and Library staff, Purchasing prepared bid specifications for this project. The bid was posted on DemandStar. Bids were due August 19, 2025. The bid tab is attached. Based on the bid review, it was the consensus of staff that the sole bid from Ahern Fire Protection met the minimum bid requirements. The project is expected to be completed before the end of this year.

FISCAL IMPACT

The total fiscal impact of this bid is $28,160.00. The 2025 CIP allocated $60,000 for this project. This purchase will be charged to A/N# 03230130 7214 63114 (Buildings and Buildings Improvement). The remaining funds in this project will be used for the HVAC/electrical work associated with the installation. Once the project is complete, the city will invoice Winnefox for 50% of the costs for reimbursement.

RECOMMENDATION

Purchasing recommends the Common Council award this bid to Ahern Fire Protection for $28,160.00.

Attachments

Res 25-469

Bid Tab OPL Server Room Clean Agent System 9-9-25

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Kimberly Gierach, Planning Services Manager

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-470 Rescind Resolution 25-440 and approve Specific Implementation Plan Amendment for parking lot modifications at 90 Wisconsin Street (Plan Commission recommends approval)

BACKGROUND

The subject area lies within the common area of the Radford Square Condominiums, which was approved in December of 2001 and is zoned Urban Mixed Use with a Planned Development Overlay (UMU-PD). This common area is approximately 2.42 acres in size and consists of parking stalls, drive aisles, pedestrian walkways, and greenspace. Radford Square Condominiums contains multiple businesses, such as Prospera Credit Union, Jimmy Johns, Big Apple Bagels, and others. The subject site is bordered by three street frontages: Wisconsin Street on the west, Pearl Avenue on the north, and Marion Road on the east, and a public parking lot on the south. The surrounding area consists of commercial, institutional, industrial, and multi-family land uses.

On October 8, 2002, Common Council approved construction of a restaurant building on the southern end of the subject site. The Planned Development was amended on September 23, 2003 to allow for additional restaurant parking and again in 2021 to allow for two accessory buildings in the condo common area, behind 30 Wisconsin Street. Additionally, in 2007 a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) was granted for installation of an EMC sign at 90 Wisconsin Street; in 2008 a revised CUP was approved for a new driveway off of Pearl Avenue.

The Common Council passed Resolution 25-440 to approve parking lot modifications but omitted the Plan Commission's findings, leading to inaccuracies. City staff recommend rescinding Resolution 25-440 and proceeding with a new resolution that accurately reflects the Plan Commission's findings.

ANALYSIS

The applicant is requesting an SIP Amendment to allow for construction of a new drive aisle on the north side of the property that will accommodate the use of an exterior ATM machine at Prospera Credit Union. The proposal requires the removal of nine parking stalls and relocation of a landscape island. According to the applicant, this project will slightly reduce the current impervious surface ratio on the site because the new layout allows for a larger landscape area and a new grass area.

Code requires a minimum of one parking space per 300 sq. ft. of ground floor building area for this site, resulting in a minimum of 68 parking spaces required. The site currently provides 153 parking spaces, so the loss of nine spaces to accommodate the new drive aisle does not impact the minimum code requirement. The proposed project also does not impact the existing access to the site.

RECOMMENDATION

The Plan Commission recommended approval of the requested Specific Implementation Plan Amendment on August 5, 2025. Please see the attached staff report for more information.

Attachments

Res 25-470

SIP Amendment - 90 Wisconsin St

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Sara Rutkowski, Community Development Director

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-471 Approve 2025 budget amendment to Contractual Agreement Payments WEDC ($250,000)

BACKGROUND

In 2025 Council approved the 2025 Community Development Department Budget. After the approval, the City received the Community Development Investment Grant.

ANALYSIS

The approved 2025 Budget did not include the anticipated revenue from the grant. The proposed Budget amendment (attached) will accept revenue at $250,000, $249,500 of which will be expensed toward Corridor Development construction costs, and $500 will be kept as City administration fee.

FISCAL IMPACT

The Community Development Special Fund will administer the Community Development Investment (CDI) grant for the Corridor Development project. The budget amendments allow the City to receive the revenue and remit funds to reimburse the developer for their costs.

RECOMMENDATION

Council approves a budget amendment to Contractual Agreement Payments WEDC for Community Development Investment Grant Program for the Corridor Development LLC.

Attachments

Res 25-471

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Steven M. Gohde, Assistant Director of Public Works/Utilities General Manager

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-472 Approve Change Order No. 1 (Final) for Public Works Contract No. 24-04 Wastewater Treatment Plant Roofs Replacement / Rohde Brothers, Inc. (+$37,528.00)

BACKGROUND

Change Order No. 1 (Final) for Contract 24-04 is scheduled for consideration by the Common Council at the September 9, 2025 meeting. The contract was originally awarded to Rohde Brothers, Inc. in March of 2024. This change order is for additional services requested by the City.

ANALYSIS

Additional work was needed at the Wastewater Treatment Plant to complete the roof replacement. The following is a summary of changes and associated costs for this change order:

Item No.

Description

Action

Amount

Raise natural gas roof piping and add natural gas
isolation valves.

Add

+$6,940.00

Replace sealant around perimeter cap blocks of Solids Building.

Add

+$15,382.00

Generator Building roof drain modifications.

Add

+$3,300.00

Building G and F brick wall modifications.

Add

+$9,556.00

Additional roof EPDM walkway pads and concrete
walkway pavers.

Add

+$4,240.00

Installation of new roof drain and credit for no use of
crane services

Deduct

-$1,890.00

Roof railing substantial completion date change.

$0.00

TOTAL VALUE OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 (FINAL)

+$37,528.00

FISCAL IMPACT

Funding for this Change Order is available is in the 2024 Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) (Account No. 03221910-7214-64150/Sewer Capital Fund-Buildings & Building Imprvmts-WWTP Building Improvements).

RECOMMENDATION

I recommend approval of Change Order No. 1 (Final) to Contract No. 24-04 in the amount of +$37,528 to Rohde Brothers, Inc.

Attachments

Res 25-472

24-04 CO #1 (Final)

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Kathy Snell, Special Events Coordinator

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-473 Approve Special Event - HC Entertainment to host Al Grito de Puerta (Yell: Open the Gate) at Sunnyview Exposition Center, September 14, 2025

Attachments

Res 25-473

Al Grito de Puerta attachment

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Kathy Snell, Special Events Coordinator

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-474 Approve Special Event - Oshkosh West High School to utilize City streets for the Oshkosh West Homecoming Parade, October 3, 2025

RECOMMENDATION

Approve Special Event - Oshkosh West High School to utilize City streets for the Oshkosh West Homecoming Parade, October 3, 2025

Attachments

Res 25-474

Oshkosh West Homecoming Parade Attachment

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Kathy Snell, Special Events Coordinator

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-475 Approve Special Event - Vida to utilize City sidewalks and South Park trails for the Walk for Life, October 4, 2025

Attachments

Res 25-475

Walk for Life Attachment

Walk for Life Map attachment

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Jim Collins, Director of Transportation

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Ord 25-476 Amend Section 27A-11 of the Municipal Code pertaining to parking regulations on Washington Avenue

BACKGROUND

The Downtown Oshkosh YMCA has outgrown their current off-street parking lots. They are in the process of expanding their parking lot. However, that project will take at least a year. The YMCA has inquired if it is possible to remove the timed parking restriction in this area of Washington Avenue.

ANALYSIS

Neighboring businesses have no objection to removing the 2-hour restriction.

BOARD/COMMISSION INFORMATION

Transportation Committee recommends approval.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no financial impact on the removal of signage.

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends approval of the request.

Attachments

Ord 25-476

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Kimberly Gierach, Planning Services Manager

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

*Ord 25-477 Approve zone change from Two Flat Residential-10 District (TR-10) and Central Mixed-Use District (CMU) to Two Flat Residential-10 District with a Planned Development Overlay (TR-10-PD) for select properties located on the south side of the 100 block of West 8th Avenue and the north side of the 100 block of West 9th Avenue between Oregon Street and Nebraska Street (parcels 90301010000, 90301040000, 90301050000, 90301060000, 90301070000, 90301100000, 90301110000, 90301120000, 90301130000 and 90301150000) (Plan Commission recommends approval)

BACKGROUND

The subject area consists of four vacant lots and one lot with an existing single-family home along West 8th Avenue and five vacant lots along West 9th Avenue. All properties are zoned Two Flat Residential-10 District (TR-10), with the exception of the western-most lot along West 8th Avenue (parcel 90301010000), which is zoned Central Mixed Used District (CMU). The surrounding area consists of residential uses and a church to the south, residential uses to the east, parking lots to the north, and mixed commercial uses to the west along Oregon Street. The 2040 Comprehensive Land Use Plan recommends Center City uses for the subject area.

A neighborhood meeting was held on August 13th, 2025. Neighbors in attendance were generally supportive of the proposed townhome development on the subject properties. A Plan Commission workshop was held on February 19th, 2025, with Plan Commission voicing support for the proposed development.

ANALYSIS

The applicant is requesting a zone change to Two Flat Residential-10 District with a Planned Development Overlay (TR-10-PD) for all ten of the subject properties along West 8th Avenue and West 9th Avenue. The proposed zone change is intended to accommodate a proposed townhome development, which will include two, ten-unit buildings and two, two-unit buildings. The Planned Development Overlay is needed to allow the ten-unit buildings as the TR-10 District only allows single family and two-family uses. The zone change from CMU to TR-10-PD for the western-most subject property along West 8th Avenue will provide consistent zoning with the other nine subject properties included in the proposed development. A Certified Survey Map (CSM) will be required for the lot combinations needed for the ten-unit buildings.

Staff is supportive of the proposed zone change to TR-10-PD as it will serve to accommodate future residential development of the subject properties. Although the proposed TR-10-PD zoning is not consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Land Use Plan designation of Center City, the zoning of the subject properties will remain consistent with the current TR-10 zoning of the existing neighboring residential properties on the 100 blocks of West 8th Avenue and West 9th Avenue.

RECOMMENDATION

The Plan Commission recommended approval of the requested zone change on September 2, 2025. Please see the attached staff report for more information.

Attachments

Ord 25-477

REZONE -100 Blks W 8th Ave & W 9th Ave

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Kimberly Gierach, Planning Services Manager

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

*Ord 25-478 Approve zone change from Heavy Industrial District (HI) to Heavy Industrial District with a Planned Development Overlay (HI-PD) at 2751 Universal Street (parcel 91329120200) (Plan Commission recommends approval)

BACKGROUND

The subject site consists of a five-acre parcel located in the Southwest Industrial Park, on Universal Street, just north of West South Park Avenue. The site is home to Millwork Distributors, who manufacture and sell finished wood and composite materials. The site also consists of semi loading/unloading areas and an associated parking lot. The site and surrounding area are zoned Heavy Industrial District (HI) with a mixture of differing industrial land uses. The 2040 Comprehensive Land Use Plan recommends Industrial for the subject area.

ANALYSIS

The applicant is proposing to rezone the subject site to Heavy Industrial District with a Planned Development Overlay (HI-PD) from Heavy Industrial (HI). The requested Planned Development Overlay designation is intended to allow for flexibility in the zoning ordinance to accommodate expansion of the existing facility at the property. The applicant has submitted plans to construct a 23,067 sq. ft. building expansion, attached to the west side of the existing building, and install new pavement to accommodate more parking stalls. Staff is supportive of the proposed rezone as it will assist with accomplishing a building expansion and the need for more employee parking, both related to the increased impervious surface ratio.

RECOMMENDATION

The Plan Commission recommended approval of the requested zone change on September 2, 2025. Please see the attached staff report for more information.

Attachments

Ord 25-478

Zone Change - 2751 Universal St

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Tim Heiman, Fire Chief

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

*Ord 25-479 Amend Chapter 13 of the City of Oshkosh Municipal Code Pertaining to Fire Prevention and Protection to Adopt Updated Provisions from the International Fire Code and Clarify Provisions Pertaining to Responsibility for Compliance and Fireworks

BACKGROUND

The State of Wisconsin allows municipalities to adopt by ordinance a model fire code and additional requirements that are equivalent to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire code. The City of Oshkosh has previously adopted the provisions of the International Fire Code (IFC) 2015.

ANALYSIS

The proposed ordinance will update the version of the IFC for use within the city for the use, operation, and maintenance of public buildings and places of employment from the currently used 2015 to the 2021 version. The International Fire Code is developed by the International Code Council and integrates with the building codes, including the International Building Code, which is also adopted by State law in Wisconsin, as well as addressing fire prevention and protection issues. The IFC addresses minimum fire safety requirements for new and existing buildings and facilities, and establishes safe storage requirements and processes for various hazards and materials.

As staff reviewed the ordinance for updating, it was also noted that there was not a clear statement of precedence of which codes would apply in the existing ordinance, so language was added to Section 13-6 to clarify that the intention of the code is that the provisions of the IFC shall apply, with state statutes and administrative codes applying only in those circumstances specifically noted within the code or to which the IFC does not apply.

Language was also added in new section 13-2.2 clarifying who is responsible for compliance with the fire code. In most instances, the owner of a property will be responsible for code compliance; however the section does allow an enforcement official to exercise discretion and issue a correction notice or citation to another party if the enforcement official determines that person is responsible for the condition or violation.

Language was added to clarify the priority of city ordinance provisions in relation to smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector regulations.

Finally, staff recommends revisions to the regulations for fireworks and fireworks displays to clarify current provisions, adopt the provisions of the IFC pertaining to safety practices pertaining to fireworks and to clarify permit requirements for fireworks displays. These proposed amendments do not change any current practices pertaining to fireworks regulations, inspections, or display permits but provide greater clarity to those provisions.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no fiscal impact to the proposed amendment.

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the Council approve the proposed ordinance.

Attachments

Ord 25-479

Fire Code updates - clean version

Fire Code updates - redline

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-480 Approve Determination of Necessity to Acquire and Approve and Execute Relocation Order for a Storm Sewer Easement at 3820 Jackson Street (Parcel 91527190100), 3835 Summerset Way (Parcel 91527310000), and 3847 Summerset Way (Parcel 91527320000)

Attachments

Res 25-480

Attachments to Res 25-480 (Legal Descriptions and Map)

Memo - Jackson/Summerset Easement

Timeline - Jackson/Summerset Easement

Jackson/Summerset Map

PC Staff Report - Jackson/Summerset SW Easement

TO:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council

FROM:

Justin Gierach, Engineering Division Manager/City Engineer

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Res 25-481 Approve Budget Amendment and Award Bid for Public Works Contract No. 25-03 to Vinton Construction Company for Washington School Reconstruction ($824,321.63)

BACKGROUND

The purpose of this Project is to install sewer and water laterals in the public right-of-way to the former Washington School Site, as well as construct the site grading and private onsite storm water management to allow the eighteen (18) newly-created lots to be builder ready.

ANALYSIS

Engineering staff reviewed two (2) bids. The low Bid was received from Vinton Construction Company, Inc. of Green Bay, Wisconsin.

FISCAL IMPACT

Funding for the Washington School Reconstruction Project is in the 2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) (Account No. 03230740-7216-63022/Plng- Housing Study). The budget will be adjusted to address this cost. Both Account No. 03230740-4943-63022/Sale of Land-Plng - Housing Study and 03230740-7216-63022/Plng - Housing Study will be increased by $630,000 each.

Following is a summary of the available funds (after the budget increases) and the estimated total construction cost, including ancillary costs such as engineering fees, landfill tipping fees, construction materials testing fees, and other construction-related expenses.

CIP Section

CIP Funds Budgeted
and Increased

Estimated Total
Construction Cost

Community Dev
Prop Impr

$840,000

$838,186

Totals

$840,000

$838,186

RECOMMENDATION

I recommend award to the low bidder, Vinton Construction Company in the amount of $824,321.63 and amending the budget.

Attachments

Res 25-481

25-03 bid tab

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Budget Workshops:

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 4-6pm
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 5-7pm (if needed)

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

2026 Operations Budget Public Hearing, October 28, 2025, 5pm

DATE:

09/09/2025

SUBJECT:

Current Initiatives

Attachments

09.09.2025 Current Initiatives