Oshkosh public meetings in 2025

City Council Regular Meeting - REVISED

The Oshkosh Common Council will hold a workshop on alcohol licensing and gambling machines before its regular meeting. The council will vote on routine administrative items, contracts totaling over $1.2 million, zoning changes, and property-related resolutions. A closed session will discuss competitive bargaining for City Center properties and the City Manager's performance review.

• Approve $44,096.27 purchase of exhibit cases for OPM Waldwic Gallery
• Approve $183,721.68 Microsoft 365 implementation services contract
• Approve $496,141.55 storm sewer reconstruction bid to DeGroot, Inc.
• Approve zone change from Rural Holding to Heavy Industrial District east of Compass Way
• Approve cleanup of property titles at 215, 143 & 141 Church Avenue and 240 Algoma Boulevard

The Oshkosh Common Council approved a zoning text amendment allowing 3-story homes in the city, a change Councilor Buelow said will give property owners flexibility to add living space. The council also approved a zone change from Rural Holding to Heavy Industrial with a Planned Development Overlay for properties east of Compass Way, and passed a resolution supporting the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. All consent agenda items, including the 2026 Fee Schedule and several public works contracts, were approved in a single 6-0 vote. The council then convened into closed session to discuss the potential redevelopment of City Center and the City Manager's end-of-year review.

• Approved zoning text amendment allowing 3-story homes (6-0)
• Approved zone change to Heavy Industrial with Planned Development Overlay east of Compass Way (6-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program (6-0)
• Approved all consent agenda items including 2026 Fee Schedule and $496,141.55 Campbell Creek storm sewer contract (6-0)
• Approved $183,721.68 Microsoft 365 implementation services contract (consent)
• Approved $44,096.27 exhibit cases for OPM Waldwic Gallery (consent)
• Approved $284,850.00 landfill monitoring services agreement with Cedar Corporation (consent)
• Convened into closed session to discuss City Center redevelopment and City Manager review (6-0)

Plan Commission Meeting

The Oshkosh Plan Commission will meet on December 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM in City Hall Room 404 to review and recommend actions on property titles, easements, annexations, and zoning changes. The meeting includes a consent agenda with routine approvals and a regular agenda with public hearings on zoning and subdivision plats.

• Approve cleanup of property titles for 215, 143 & 141 Church Avenue and 240 Algoma Boulevard
• Recommend approval for acquisition of vacant property east of 3100 block of Vinland Street
• Public hearing on zone change from Rural Holding to Heavy Industrial with Planned Development Overlay east of Compass Way
• Public hearing on text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance
• Final Plat review for 30-lot single-family subdivision west of Mockingbird Way and east of Windsong Terrace

City Council Regular Meeting

The Oshkosh Common Council will hear presentations from council candidates and vote on a vacant seat appointment. The body is also considering several special assessment resolutions for infrastructure and a contract for road reconstruction.

• Award bid to Carl Bowers & Sons Construction Co., Inc. for Scott Avenue and West 12th Avenue reconstruction ($4,319,449.55)
• Purchase of 2026 Police Vehicles from Napleton Columbus, Inc. ($220,565.00)
• Purchase of GIS Software from Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. ($180,900.00)
• Purchase of Manhole / Inlet Castings from Neenah Foundry ($183,596.00)
• Proposed ordinance to allow delayed connection and 20-year installment plans for municipal water and sewer assessments

The Oshkosh Common Council appointed Jacob Amos to fill the vacant Common Council seat after two rounds of voting, with a 6-0 vote. The council also approved a consent agenda containing numerous routine items, including contracts, special assessments, and special event permits. New ordinances were passed to allow delayed utility connections and update stormwater management rules. The council also agreed to move forward with Concept #1 for the Lake Shore Drive Reimagination project.

• Appointed Jacob Amos to vacant Common Council seat (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4.32M road contract for Scott Ave and W. 12th Ave reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing delayed utility connections and 20-year installment plan for special assessments (6-0)
• Approved ordinance updating stormwater management requirements (7-0)
• Amended Capital Improvement Plan to include I-41 pedestrian bridge funding (5-0)
• Agreed to proceed with Concept #1 for Lake Shore Drive Reimagination
• Convened closed session to discuss City Center redevelopment (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Common Council will consider adopting the 2026 annual budget and financing for 2026 capital improvement projects. The body will also review several infrastructure contracts and parking regulation changes.

• Award bid to PTS Contractors, Inc. for Ohio Street and West 16th Avenue Reconstruction ($7,161,242.35)
• Engineering services for Wastewater Treatment Plant debris pit relocation ($274,080.00)
• Engineering services for Washburn Water Tower Vault and Shorewood Lift Station improvements ($115,710.00)
• SCBA Decontamination Washer for the Fire Department ($30,695.00)
• Parking regulation amendments for Grand Street and High Avenue

The Oshkosh City Council adopted the 2026 Annual Budget (minus the Grand Opera House) and established the tax levy at $7.77 per thousand dollars of value, up $0.04 from the preliminary estimate. The council also approved the Grand Opera House budget separately, authorized financing for 2026 capital improvement projects, and awarded a $7.16 million contract for Ohio Street and West 16th Avenue reconstruction. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except the Grand Opera House budget, which passed 4-0 with Councilor Buelow abstaining.

• Adopted 2026 Annual Budget minus Grand Opera House, establishing $7.77/thousand tax levy (5-0)
• Adopted 2026 Annual Budget for Grand Opera House (4-0)
• Approved financing for 2026 Capital Improvement Projects (5-0)
• Awarded $7,161,242.35 bid to PTS Contractors for Ohio Street/West 16th Ave reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved determination of necessity for storm sewer easements at 3820 Jackson St, 3835 & 3847 Summerset Way (5-0)
• Approved parking regulation change on Grand Street from Merritt to Hudson Ave (5-0)
• Approved ordinance restricting bicycles on sidewalks where buildings abut (5-0)
• Approved parking regulation change on High Avenue (5-0)

Advisory Parks Board Meeting

The Advisory Parks Board will discuss ideas for recognizing Lurton Blassingame on the Oshkosh Riverwalk and receive an update on the City Manager's reorganizational plan for the Parks Department.

• Discussion of recognition for Lurton Blassingame on the Oshkosh Riverwalk
• Update on City Manager's Parks Department reorganizational plan
• Update on Reetz Ball Fields Restroom/Concessions building project
• Update on Siewert Trail reconstruction in Menominee Park
• Update on Quarry Park Master Plan

Plan Commission Meeting

The Oshkosh Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for an outdoor storage area at 3110 Progress Drive and review façade modifications at 582 North Main Street. The meeting will also include routine approval of previous minutes and adjournment.

• Public hearing on outdoor storage permit at 3110 Progress Drive
• Review of façade modifications at 582 North Main Street
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2025 Plan Commission meeting

City Council Special Meeting & Public Hearing for Budget

The Common Council will present and hold a public hearing regarding the City of Oshkosh 2026 Proposed Budget. The body will also discuss a pedestrian bridge over I-41 and potential property acquisitions for City Center.

• Public hearing for the City of Oshkosh 2026 Proposed Budget
• Res 25-564: Wastewater Utility Operating Budget Amendment and $84,140.00 quote from Centrisys for Wastewater Treatment Plant Centrifuge repair
• Workshop regarding a proposed pedestrian bridge over I-41
• Closed session regarding redevelopment or acquisition of 101 Commerce Street and 201 Pearl Avenue (City Center)

The Oshkosh City Council held a public hearing on the 2026 proposed budget, hearing from residents about funding for the Oshkosh Area Humane Society (OAHS) and a proposed pedestrian bridge over I-41. The Council approved a $84,140 budget amendment for a wastewater treatment plant centrifuge repair. A budget amendment to increase OAHS funding by $42,500 using unused Menominee Park train funds was introduced but ultimately failed on a 1-5 vote. The Council also discussed the pedestrian bridge project and gave staff direction, and voted to enter closed session to discuss the potential acquisition of the City Center property.

• Approved $84,140 wastewater centrifuge repair budget amendment (6-0)
• Rejected $42,500 budget increase for Oshkosh Area Humane Society using train funds (1-5)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss City Center property acquisition (6-0)
• Gave staff direction on proposed I-41 pedestrian bridge project

City Council Regular Meeting

The Common Council will consider the 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program and the 2026 Business Improvement District budget. The body is also deciding on several sanitary district agreements and parking regulation changes. Discussions are scheduled regarding e-bikes, UTV/ATV use on city streets, and special assessment deferral policies.

• 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program (Res 25-563)
• OpenGov permitting and licensing software: $178,000 implementation and $744,600 subscription (Res 25-560)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant raw wastewater screening system replacement engineering: $293,590.00 (Res 25-551)
• 2026 Business Improvement District Operating Plan and Budget: $135,000.00 (Res 25-562)
• Conversion of permit parking to app-based paid parking on High Avenue (Ord 25-557)

The Oshkosh Common Council approved the 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program, amending the fire training facility cost from $14 million to $10 million. The council also approved a development agreement with Habitat for Humanity for nine workforce housing lots, a new permitting software contract, and several other resolutions. Two items were laid over to the next meeting: a parking restriction on Grand Street and a sanitary district agreement with Winnebago Area Sanitary District.

• Approved 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program with fire training facility amended to $10M (5-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with Habitat for Humanity for nine workforce housing lots (5-0)
• Approved OpenGov permitting software agreement through 2030, $178K implementation plus $744.6K subscription (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Business Improvement District Operating Plan and Budget of $135,000 (5-0)
• Approved Police Department technology upgrade budget amendment of $10,200 (5-0)
• Approved Water Utility service body purchase of $30,644 (5-0)
• Approved Quarry Park master plan (4-0)
• Laid over parking restriction on Grand Street and Winnebago Area Sanitary District agreement to 11.11.2025

Plan Commission Meeting

The Oshkosh Plan Commission will meet on October 21, 2025, to review and recommend the Quarry Park Master Plan and discuss a potential planned development for a private high school at the corner of West Fernau Avenue and Vinland Street. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes and setting the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Review and recommend Quarry Park Master Plan
• Discuss potential planned development for Valley Christian School at West Fernau Avenue and Vinland Street
• Approve minutes from September 16, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Set 2026 Plan Commission meeting schedule and location

City Council Workshop - Budget

The Oshkosh Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed 2026 Capital Improvement Plan and the proposed 2026 City of Oshkosh Operating Budget. The meeting may be canceled if the discussion is completed during the October 14 workshop.

City Council Regular Meeting

The Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed 2026 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes votes on land acquisitions for the Fernau Avenue Extension and several new city ordinances.

• Sale of Southwest Industrial Park Land to Kingsbury, Inc. for $250,000.00
• Land acquisitions for Fernau Avenue Extension Construction at 3123, 3098, 3105 Jackson Street and 370 West Fernau Avenue
• Proposed speed limit change on Witzel Avenue (CTH E) to 30 mph from Ohio Street to city limits
• Contract for industrial wastewater sampling and analysis with Badger Laboratories and Engineering, Inc. (+$65,532.00)
• Proposed 24-hour timed permit parking option via app for downtown parking lots

The Oshkosh Common Council approved a consent agenda including land acquisitions for the Fernau Avenue Extension, a change order for parking lot construction, and several special event permits. The council also approved a $250,000 land sale to Kingsbury, Inc., accepted the Comprehensive Energy Plan, and added a 24-hour app-based parking permit option. A proposed traffic-controlled intersection at 20th Avenue and Traeger School was rejected, and two budget amendments were laid over to the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including land acquisitions for Fernau Avenue Extension (4-0)
• Approved $250,000 sale of Southwest Industrial Park land to Kingsbury, Inc. (4-0)
• Accepted Comprehensive Energy Plan (4-0)
• Added 24-hour app-based timed permit parking to downtown lots (4-0)
• Denied traffic-controlled intersection at 20th Avenue and Traeger School (1-3)
• Approved speed limit change on Witzel Avenue to 30 mph (4-0)
• Approved amendments to TID #43 development agreements with Mill on Main LLC (4-0)
• Laid over police budget amendment and CIP budget amendment to 10.28.2025

City Council Notice - Spellbound for Literacy

The Oshkosh Common Council may observe and/or participate in the Winnebago Area Literacy Council's Spellbound for Literacy event. This is a notice of observation and participation rather than a legislative meeting.

• Spellbound for Literacy event at Oshkosh Convention Center, 2 N Main St, October 2, 2025

City Council Notice - Re-VITAL-ize Oshkosh Highways

The Oshkosh Common Council may observe and/or participate in a press conference promoting the Re-VITAL-ize Oshkosh Highways campaign. The event is scheduled for September 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Rainbow Memorial Park, with a backup indoor location at Lakeshore Park 4 Seasons Building if weather is inclement.

• Press conference at Rainbow Memorial Park (1650 Rainbow Drive) or Lakeshore Park 4 Seasons Building (1875 Punhoqua Street) if raining

City Council Regular Meeting

The Common Council will vote on several zoning changes and development plans, including a multi-family project on West 8th and 9th Avenues. The body is also reviewing fire department budget amendments and a labor contract for firefighters.

• Zone change to TR-10-PD for properties on W 8th Ave and W 9th Ave (Ord 25-501)
• Zone change to HI-PD at 2751 Universal Street (Ord 25-502)
• Labor contract with IAFF Local 316 for 2024-2026 (Res 25-486)
• General Development Plan for a drive-through car wash at 1700 South Koeller Street (Res 25-491)
• Budget amendment for 2025 Fire Department equipment purchases (Res 25-484)

The Oshkosh City Council approved a labor contract with IAFF Local 316 for 2024-2026, changing the firefighter shift schedule from a 24-hour rotation to 48 hours on and 96 hours off. The council also approved a master agreement with town sanitary districts, multiple zone changes, and a multi-family housing development. All votes were unanimous except the sanitary district agreement, which passed 6-0 with Deputy Mayor Stephenson absent.

• Approved IAFF Local 316 labor contract for 2024-2026 with new 48-on/96-off shift (7-0)
• Approved master agreement with town sanitary districts through 2045 (6-0)
• Approved zone change to TR-10-PD for properties on W. 8th and W. 9th Avenues (7-0)
• Approved zone change to HI-PD at 2751 Universal Street (7-0)
• Approved multi-family development plan on W. 8th and W. 9th Avenues (7-0)
• Approved building expansion at 2751 Universal Street (7-0)
• Approved 2026 ambulance service agreement with Town of Algoma (7-0)
• Approved utility undergrounding policy (7-0)

City Council Notice - Marriott Ribbon Cutting

The Oshkosh Common Council is invited to observe and participate in the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Marriott Oshkosh Waterfront hotel. The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 1 North Main Street.

• Invitation to observe Marriott Oshkosh Waterfront ribbon cutting
• Event location: 1 North Main Street
• Event time: September 18, 2025, 2pm to 6pm

Plan Commission Meeting

The Plan Commission will review and make recommendations on development and implementation plans for two local sites. The body will also consider a privilege-in-the-street request for telecommunication lines.

• General Development and Specific Implementation Plan for building entrance landing and ramp at 608 Jefferson Street (Victory Baptist Church) and northeast corner of Jefferson Street and East Parkway Avenue
• Specific Implementation Plan for a drive-through car wash at 1700 South Koeller Street
• Privilege-in-the-Street for private underground telecommunication line in the West Waukau Avenue right-of-way

City Council Regular Meeting

The Oshkosh Common Council will hold its regular meeting on September 9, 2025, to decide on multiple contracts, budget amendments, and zoning changes. Items include a $260,460 CAMA software contract, a $28,160 library server room upgrade, and a $824,321 school reconstruction bid. The council will also consider zoning changes for properties on West 8th and 9th Avenues and a storm sewer easement at 3820 Jackson Street.

• Approve $212,620 CAMA software contract with CAMA Cloud Technologies, LLC ($260,460 total with annual subscription)
• Award $28,160 bid to Ahern Fire Protection for Oshkosh Public Library server room clean agent system
• Approve $824,321.63 bid to Vinton Construction Company for Washington School reconstruction
• Amend zoning for 100 blocks of West 8th and 9th Avenues (TR-10 to TR-10-PD) and 2751 Universal Street (HI to HI-PD)
• Approve storm sewer easement at 3820 Jackson Street and 3835/3847 Summerset Way

The Oshkosh City Council approved a budget amendment and awarded a $824,321.63 contract to Vinton Construction Company for the Washington School reconstruction. The council also approved a storm sewer easement acquisition at three properties on Jackson Street and Summerset Way, despite a resident's concerns, with a 6-1 vote. A separate storm sewer easement resolution was laid over until November 11th after council members agreed a better solution was needed.

• Approved $824,321.63 contract to Vinton Construction for Washington School reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved storm sewer easement acquisition at 3820 Jackson St, 3835 & 3847 Summerset Way (6-1)
• Laid over storm sewer easement resolution until November 11 for better solution
• Approved $212,620 CAMA software implementation plus $47,840 annual subscription (7-0)
• Approved $28,160 fire suppression system for library server room (7-0)
• Approved $250,000 WEDC contractual agreement payment (7-0)
• Approved $37,528 final change order for wastewater treatment plant roof replacement (7-0)
• Approved parking regulation amendment on Washington Avenue (7-0)

Advisory Parks Board Meeting

The Advisory Parks Board will discuss and recommend the Quarry Park Master Plan. The meeting also includes staff updates on several park infrastructure and signage projects.

• Discussion and recommendation of Quarry Park Master Plan
• Update on Reetz Ball Fields restroom/concessions building design
• Update on Siewert Trail reconstruction in Menominee Park
• Update on Rainbow Memorial Park projects
• Update on Lakeshore Park historic signage project

City Council Notice - Civic Assessment

The Oshkosh Common Council may observe or participate in the Oshkosh Civic Assessment wrap-up event. The meeting is scheduled for September 5, 2025, at 9:00am at City Hall.

• Civic Assessment wrap-up event

City Council Notice - Comprehensive Energy Plan Presentation

The Oshkosh Common Council will observe and may participate in a presentation on the city’s Comprehensive Energy Plan by paleBLUEdot during a Sustainability Advisory Board meeting. No decisions or votes will be taken by the council at this session.

City Council Notice - Civic Assessment

The Oshkosh Common Council may observe and/or participate in the Civic Assessment keynote address and presentation on September 3, 2025, at 9:00 AM in City Hall, Room 406. This is an informational session with no formal decisions scheduled.

Plan Commission Meeting

The Oshkosh Plan Commission will hold public hearings and review development plans for three projects: a townhouse development on West 8th and 9th Avenues, an industrial building expansion at 2751 Universal Street, and a drive-through car wash at 1700 South Koeller Street. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the August 19 meeting.

• Zone change for townhouses at 100 block of West 8th/9th Avenue (Parcels 90301010000–90301150000)
• Zone change and expansion plan for 2751 Universal Street
• Specific implementation plan for drive-through car wash at 1700 South Koeller Street

City Council Regular Meeting

The Oshkosh Common Council will vote on various infrastructure contracts, zoning permits, and special event approvals. The meeting includes a workshop on the Matrix Development Process and Code Analysis Review.

• Bid award to Cardinal Construction Company, Inc. for Downtown Transit Center Facility Expansion ($2,403,203.00)
• Bid award to Vinton Construction Company for Washington School Reconstruction ($824,321.63)
• Conditional Use Permit for a vehicle service facility on the 1600 block of Ripon Lane
• Conditional Use Permit for a group development at East Tennessee Avenue and Mount Vernon Street
• Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for Oregon/Jackson Street water and sanitary replacement design ($134,721.67)

The Oshkosh Common Council approved a consent agenda including a $2,403,203 bid for the Downtown Transit Center expansion, a $134,721.67 engineering contract for water/sanitary replacement design, and a $250,000 change order for wastewater treatment chemicals. Two items were laid over to the next meeting: the Washington School reconstruction bid and a storm sewer easement acquisition. The council also passed ordinances on parking regulations and meeting schedules, and discussed updating e-bike regulations.

• Approved $2,403,203 bid to Cardinal Construction for Downtown Transit Center expansion (5-0)
• Approved $134,721.67 engineering services agreement with HDR for Oregon/Jackson Street water/sanitary replacement (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 change order for Rare Earth Chloride Solution at wastewater plant (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permits for vehicle service facility on Ripon Lane and group development at Tennessee/Mount Vernon (5-0)
• Approved updated Lead Service Line Replacement Policy (5-0)
• Laid over Washington School reconstruction bid (Res 25-444) until 9/9/2025
• Laid over storm sewer easement acquisition (Res 25-450) until 9/9/2025
• Approved UW Oshkosh Move-In days and home football games special events (4-0-1)

Plan Commission Meeting

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings to recommend action on two conditional use permits. The body will also consider several utility easements and the 2026 Capital Improvement Program.

• Public hearing for a vehicle service facility on the north side of the 1600 block of Ripon Lane
• Public hearing for a group development at East Tennessee Avenue and Mount Vernon Street
• Recommendation on the 2026 Capital Improvement Program
• Sanitary sewer and storm water easements at 3200 and 3270 West 20th Avenue
• Water main easement at 3300 West 20th Avenue from Castle Rock Land Co LLC

City Council Notice - Truffle Pig Tour

The Oshkosh Common Council may observe and/or participate in a tour of the Truffle Pig restaurant. This event is scheduled for August 14, 2025, at 1:00pm.

• Tour of Truffle Pig restaurant at 224 State Street

Board of Public Works Meeting

The Board of Public Works will meet to consider the 2025 Sewer/Water Area Assessment Rate Setting. The board will also discuss the street width for the Scott Street Reconstruction.

• 2025 Sewer/Water Area Assessment Rate Setting
• Scott Street Reconstruction street width

City Council Regular Meeting

The Oshkosh Common Council will meet to vote on various infrastructure contracts, vehicle purchases, and development plans. The agenda includes a workshop on the Washington Housing Development and discussions on stormwater and ATV/UTV ordinances.

• Purchase of road salt for Winter 2025-2026 from Compass Minerals for $416,875.20
• Amendment for Wastewater Treatment Plant Tertiary Treatment Filtration Facility Design for $753,420
• Issuance and sale of up to $1,160,000 in taxable private lead service line replacement revenue bonds
• Purchase of three trucks for the Streets Division totaling $1,187,370
• Preliminary plat for a 91-lot single-family residential subdivision east of Clairville Road

The Oshkosh Common Council approved two preliminary plats for new residential subdivisions, one with 91 single-family lots and another with 25 mixed residential lots. A resolution to purchase LED electronic message centers for the Parks Department failed in a 3-3 tie vote. The council also approved a consent agenda covering numerous contracts, purchases, and special events, and laid over a drive-thru modification plan until August 26.

• Approved preliminary plat for 91-lot single-family subdivision east of Clairville Road (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for 25-lot mixed residential subdivision east of Sherman Road (6-0)
• Failed LED electronic message centers purchase for Parks Dept, $119,926 (3-3)
• Approved $416,875.20 road salt purchase for winter 2025-2026 (6-0)
• Approved $588,842 elevator modernization bids for Library and Museum (6-0)
• Approved $1,160,000 bond issuance for lead service line replacement loans (6-0)
• Approved general development plan for commercial development on Jackson Street (6-0)
• Laid over drive-thru modifications at 90 Wisconsin Street until 08.26.25 (6-0)

Advisory Parks Board Meeting

The Advisory Parks Board will discuss and make recommendations on the Clearwell Project and the replacement of a tracked amusement train with a wheeled version. The board will also consider naming a section of the Oshkosh Riverwalk in memory of Lurton Blassingame.

• Recommendation for Clearwell Project elements
• Discussion of mural project for Menominee Park Zoo buildings
• Recommendation for a wheeled train to replace the tracked amusement train for 2026
• Proposal to name a section of the Oshkosh Riverwalk for Lurton Blassingame
• Updates on 44th Parallel Park tennis/pickleball and Pickart Park play equipment

City Council Meeting Canceled

The Oshkosh Common Council meeting scheduled for July 22, 2025, has been canceled by Ordinance 25-390. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025.

City Council Regular Meeting

The Oshkosh Common Council will hold a workshop on code enforcement and SeeClickFix. The meeting includes public hearings on multiple special assessments for sewer, water, and sidewalk projects, as well as decisions on several development agreements.

• Award bid for Siewert Trail Construction to Vinton Construction Company for $1,424,586.42
• Services Agreement with Timeclock Plus, LLC for $121,975.65
• Zone change to Heavy Industrial District with a Planned Development Overlay at 3200 North Main Street
• Police Operating Budget Amendment to fund a substation for homelessness support and outreach
• Final resolutions for special assessments on Nebraska Street, Bay Shore Drive, and Waugoo Avenue

The Oshkosh City Council approved a resolution requesting state legislative authorization for a municipal sales tax in cities located in counties without an adopted county sales tax, with a 6-1 vote. The council also approved numerous special assessment resolutions for infrastructure projects, a $1.42 million trail construction contract, and directed staff to explore changes to the fair housing ordinance. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved resolution requesting state authorization for municipal sales tax (6-1)
• Approved $1,424,586.42 bid to Vinton Construction for Siewert Trail construction (7-0)
• Approved final special assessments for sewer/water/storm projects on Nebraska St, W. 9th-16th Aves, and others (7-0)
• Approved final special assessments for sidewalk/sewer/water projects on Bay Shore Dr, Broad St, Bay St (7-0)
• Approved final special assessments for sidewalk/sewer/water projects on Waugoo Ave, Sweet St, Shorelane St (7-0)
• Approved final special assessments for sidewalk/sewer/water projects on W. 15th Ave, Ohio St, Michigan St, Iowa St, Minnesota St (7-0)
• Approved final special assessments for sidewalk/sewer/water projects on Central St, Tennessee Ave, W. Custer Ave, W. Nevada Ave, W. Bent Ave (7-0)
• Approved final special assessments for sidewalk/sewer/water projects on Michigan St, W. 8th-11th Aves, Ohio St (7-0)

City Council Workshop - Budget

The Oshkosh Common Council is meeting for a workshop to discuss the 2026 Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement Program.

• Discussion of the 2026 Operating Budget
• Discussion of the Capital Improvement Program

City Council Regular Meeting - REVISED

The Oshkosh Common Council will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments. The body will also review numerous special event permits and discuss an ambulance service agreement.

• Contract for sanitary manhole rehabilitation and inflow/infiltration reduction: $1,133,766.25
• Wastewater Treatment Plant electrical service equipment procurement: $798,730
• Recycling and Sanitation division truck purchases totaling $668,506.36
• Playground design and installation for Pickart Park: $250,000
• Zone changes at 145 West 24th Avenue, 1705 Oshkosh Avenue, and 3200 North Main Street

The Oshkosh City Council directed city staff to terminate the existing ambulance service agreement ending December 31, 2025, and to negotiate a new contract with the contiguous townships of Nekimi, Town of Algoma, and Black Wolf for 2026. The council also approved a consent agenda containing numerous items, including contracts, special events, and licenses. No specific direction was given to staff regarding the box culvert investigation along Iowa Street and West 7th Avenue.

• Directed staff to terminate existing ambulance service agreement and negotiate 2026 contracts with Nekimi, Town of Algoma, and Black Wolf
• Approved consent agenda (5-0) including $798,730 wastewater treatment electrical bid and $1,133,766.25 sanitary manhole rehabilitation bid
• Approved renewal of liquor licenses (4-0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting unlicensed massage and bodywork therapy (5-0)
• Approved zone change to Institutional District at 145 West 24th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved zone change to Neighborhood Mixed-Use District at 1705 Oshkosh Avenue (5-0)
• Approved George Washington bust location (5-0)
• Approved 2025 budget amendment for inspection services ($15,000) (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss a facilities condition assessment report by Kueny Architects. The meeting includes votes on multiple capital improvement projects and parking regulation updates.

• Parking lot construction contract for Vinton Construction Company ($864,276.27)
• Court rehabilitation for 44th Parallel and Stevens Parks ($335,572.00)
• Storm Water Utility street sweeper purchase ($384,973.50)
• Proposed zone changes for 145 West 24th Avenue and 1705 Oshkosh Avenue
• Property tax assessment settlement with Walmart ($41,485.28)

The Oshkosh City Council approved a consent agenda including a $864,276.27 parking lot construction contract with Vinton Construction, a $335,572.00 tennis/pickleball/basketball court rehabilitation bid, and several other equipment purchases. They also passed a new revaluation policy requiring property revaluations every five years, and approved a $41,485.28 settlement with Walmart over property tax assessments. The council gave direction to remove sidewalks on Bay Street from Bay Shore Drive to the Fox River and to seek resident input on sidewalk installation.

• Approved consent agenda including $864,276.27 parking lot contract (7-0)
• Approved $335,572.00 court rehabilitation bid for 44th Parallel and Stevens Parks (7-0)
• Approved revaluation policy for every five years (7-0)
• Approved $41,485.28 settlement with Walmart for property tax assessments (6-1)
• Approved Class A beer/liquor license for Spellman's Marina (7-0)
• Approved parking regulation changes on 15th Avenue, New York Avenue, 6th Avenue, and 200 East Lot (7-0 each)
• Approved room tax penalty amendment (7-0)
• Directed removal of sidewalks on Bay Street from Bay Shore Drive to Fox River

City Council Workshop - Facilities Assessment Report

The Oshkosh Common Council will hold a workshop to discuss a report on the condition of city facilities. The assessment was prepared by Kueny Architects.

• Review of City of Oshkosh Facilities Condition Assessment Report by Kueny Architects

Advisory Parks Board Meeting

The Advisory Parks Board will review forestry and shoreline restoration plans and recommend the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. The board will also discuss the placement of a George Washington Bust.

• Recommendation of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) 2026-2030
• Presentation of Forestry Strategic Plan and Forestry Management Plan by Eocene Environmental Group
• Request by Urban Ecology Oshkosh to extend maintenance agreement for Miller's Bay shoreline restoration
• Discussion on placement of George Washington Bust
• Staff updates on projects at Pickart, Quarry, Menominee, Stevens, Rainbow, and 44th Parallel parks

City Council Workshop - Leadership Workshop

The Oshkosh Common Council will meet for a leadership workshop with city department heads. The meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Lakeshore Park 4 Seasons Building.

• Leadership workshop with City of Oshkosh department heads

City Council Regular Meeting

The Oshkosh City Council approved seven final resolutions (Res 25-248 through 25-254) establishing special assessments for sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, sidewalk, and driveway apron work across multiple streets, all by 6-0 votes. The council also approved the entire consent agenda, including a 31-lot residential subdivision preliminary plat, several professional services agreements, and various special event permits. A proposed amendment to the pedestrian mall ordinance to add 'overhead lights' failed 4-2, but the original ordinance was then approved 6-0.

• Approved final special assessments for Contract 25-02 sewer/water/storm work on Nebraska St and West 9th-16th Aves (6-0)
• Approved final special assessments for Contract 25-04 sewer/water/sidewalk work on Bay Shore Dr, Broad St, and Bay St (6-0)
• Approved final special assessments for Contract 25-05 sewer/water/sidewalk work on Waugoo Ave, Sweet St, and Shorelane St (6-0)
• Approved final special assessments for Contract 25-07 sewer/water/sidewalk work on West 15th Ave and Ohio, Michigan, Iowa, Minnesota Sts (6-0)
• Approved final special assessments for Contract 25-08 sewer/water/sidewalk work on Central St and Tennessee, Custer, Nevada, Bent Aves (6-0)
• Approved final special assessments for Contract 25-09 sewer/water/sidewalk work on Michigan St and West 8th-10th Aves (6-0)
• Approved final special assessments for Contract 25-12 sewer/water work on National Ave, Lark St, and Faust Ave (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Farmington Estates preliminary plat, Jacobs Engineering agreements, and multiple special event permits (6-0)

City Council Notice - SilverSneakers Celebration

The Oshkosh Common Council will observe and/or participate in a celebration honoring Senior Services Manager Dan Braun, recognized as a finalist for SilverSneaker’s 2025 Instructor of the Year Award. The event is scheduled for May 21, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Oshkosh Seniors Center, 234 N. Campbell Rd.

City Council Notice - Intergov. Mtg with Legislators

The Oshkosh Common Council will meet with local legislators for a roundtable discussion. The meeting is open for public observation, though no general public comment will be permitted.

• Municipal Services Payments Program
• Levy Limit Changes for Public Safety
• Infrastructure Funding
• Housing & Homelessness
• Fireworks Regulation in State Statutes

City Council Notice - OPD Awards Ceremony

This is a notice that the Oshkosh Common Council may observe or participate in the 9th Annual Oshkosh Police Department Awards Ceremony. No legislative or other business is scheduled. The agenda is purely procedural.

• Council may attend the 9th Annual OPD Awards Ceremony at EAA Aviation Museum (9000 Poberezny Rd) from 5-8 p.m. on May 15, 2025

City Council Notice - Parks Volunteer Appreciation

This notice announces that the Oshkosh Common Council may observe and/or participate in the Oshkosh Parks Department and Seniors Center Volunteer Appreciation Event on May 14, 2025. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; the event is purely ceremonial.

• Volunteer Appreciation Event for Oshkosh Parks Department and Seniors Center at Oshkosh Senior Center South (200 N Campbell Rd), 5:00-7:00 p.m.

City Council Notice - GO-EDC Anniversary Event

This is a notice that the Oshkosh Common Council may observe or participate in the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation's 10th Anniversary Celebration and Campaign Kick-Off event. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is purely a procedural notice of possible attendance.

• Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation 10th Anniversary Celebration and Campaign Kick-Off at The Paine Art Center and Gardens Conservatory, 1408 Congress Avenue, Oshkosh, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm on May 14, 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The Common Council will vote on a consent agenda including routine items and several contracts, and will hold public hearings on pending ordinances. Key decisions include creating a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) for downtown, rezoning properties near Farmington Avenue and at Pearl Avenue for a transit center, and approving a lease for a police substation. New ordinances on pedestrian malls and alcohol license use will be introduced but not voted on.

• Res 25-225: Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) for Downtown BID
• Ord 25-241: Zone change from SMU/SR-9 to SR-5 for properties east of Farmington Ave and Christian Drive
• Ord 25-242: Zone change from Institutional to Central Mixed-Use at 110 Pearl Ave for transit center
• Res 25-224: Lease agreement for police substation at 101 Algoma Blvd ($24,000)
• Res 25-230: Cooperative purchase of jetter/vac truck for sewer utility ($590,357.25)

The Oshkosh City Council approved a consent agenda with over 20 items, including the purchase of Southwest Industrial Park land by Leeco Steel for $249,776.80, a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) for the downtown BID, and a conditional use permit for the transit center expansion. Two liquor license resolutions were amended to remove a checklist and require all requirements be completed by a listed date. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except for the transit center items, which passed 5-0 with one councilor voting present.

• Approved sale of Southwest Industrial Park land to Leeco Steel for $249,776.80 (6-0)
• Approved DORA for downtown Business Improvement District (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for transit center expansion at 110 Pearl Ave (5-0, 1 present)
• Approved zone change to Central Mixed-Use District for transit center property (5-0, 1 present)
• Approved $590,357.25 purchase of Jetter/Vac truck for Sewer Utility (6-0)
• Approved $83,526 asphalt preservation contract with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers (6-0)
• Approved $24,000 lease for police substation at 101 Algoma Blvd (6-0)
• Amended and approved liquor license resolutions for Golden Nest Pancake Café and The 1890 Pub and Bistro (6-0)

Advisory Parks Board Meeting

The Advisory Parks Board will discuss parkland dedication and fees for the Island View Estates subdivision. The meeting includes a presentation of the 2024 Parks Department Impact Report and updates on several park master plans.

• Parkland dedication and fees for Island View Estates subdivision
• 2024 Parks Department Impact Report presentation
• Update on murals at Menominee Park Zoo
• Updates on Quarry Park and Pickart Park Master Plans
• Update on 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

City Council Workshop - Stormwater Mgmt Updates

The Oshkosh Common Council and city staff will hold a workshop to discuss updates to Chapter 14 of the Municipal Code. The discussion focuses on stormwater quality management requirements for new development and redevelopment.

• Updates to Chapter 14 of the Municipal Code regarding stormwater quality management

City Council Regular Meeting - REVISED

The council will consider a consent agenda with over 20 items, including contracts for water main replacements, a flood study, and street reconstruction design. A closed session precedes the meeting to discuss industrial park land sales and a property purchase. Several alcohol code amendments and zone changes are also up for votes.

• Award $1,549,911 bid to David Tenor Corp for water main replacements at various locations
• Approve $525,000 engineering services agreement with Strand Associates for Lakeshore Watersheds Flood Study
• Award $585,927 design contract for Jackson Street and Oregon Street reconstruction
• Approve Pickart Park Master Plan
• Consider zone change from Institutional to Central Mixed-Use at 110 Pearl Avenue and adjacent High Avenue properties

The Oshkosh City Council approved a $1,549,911.10 contract with David Tenor Corporation for water main replacements at various locations, along with several other infrastructure and service agreements. The council also approved a resolution urging state funding for municipal services and laid over two liquor license requests until the next meeting.

• Approved $1.55M water main replacement contract with David Tenor Corp (7-0)
• Approved $525K flood study with Strand Associates (7-0)
• Approved $585,927 Jackson/Oregon Street design with GRAEF (7-0)
• Approved $309,310 sewer televising contract with Speedy Clean (7-0)
• Approved $59,507.80 fire grant budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Pickart Park Master Plan (7-0)
• Laid over Golden Nest Pancake Café liquor license until 05.13.25 (7-0)
• Laid over 1890 Pub And Bistro liquor license until 05.13.25 (7-0)

City Council Organizational Meeting

The Oshkosh Common Council will hold its organizational meeting to elect a deputy mayor, vote on council rules, and approve member appointments as liaisons to boards and commissions. The consent agenda includes certification of the April 1 election results, declaring Matt Mugerauer, Brad Spanbauer, Joe Stephenson, and Karl Buelow as elected. A closed session on collective bargaining is scheduled for April 22, and a budget workshop on the capital improvement plan is set for June 25.

• Election of Deputy Mayor from among council members
• Discussion and approval of Council Rules for the term
• Res 25-174: Approve appointments of council members as liaisons to various boards and commissions
• Closed session scheduled April 22 for collective bargaining update
• Council budget workshop on Capital Improvement Plan, June 25 at 5:00 PM

The Oshkosh Common Council held its organizational meeting, certifying the April 1 election results and swearing in new members. Joe Stephenson was unanimously elected Deputy Mayor, and the council approved updated rules and liaison appointments. All votes were 7-0.

• Certified April 1 election results, declaring Matt Mugerauer, Brad Spanbauer, Joe Stephenson, and Karl Buelow elected (7-0)
• Elected Joe Stephenson as Deputy Mayor (unanimous)
• Approved council rules, including closed session amendment (7-0)
• Approved council member liaison appointments to boards and commissions (7-0)

Advisory Parks Board Meeting

The Advisory Parks Board will discuss and recommend updates to the municipal code regarding fees in lieu of park land dedication and park land dedication requirements. They will also discuss including pickleball courts in the 44th Parallel court reconstruction project and consider a concession stand agreement for Red Arrow Park Baseball Complex with Oshkosh Youth Baseball. Annual reports on revenue facilities and the zoo will be presented, along with staff updates on various park projects and events.

• Discuss update to Section 30-442 on fee in lieu of park land dedication
• Discuss update to Section 30-442 on park land dedication requirements
• Discuss inclusion of pickleball courts for 44th Parallel court reconstruction
• Discuss and recommend approval of Concession Stand Agreement for Red Arrow Park Baseball Complex between City of Oshkosh and Oshkosh Youth Baseball
• Presentation of Annual Revenue Facility Report and Annual Zoo Report by Jenny McCollian

City Council Regular Meeting

The Oshkosh Common Council will discuss several zoning changes, municipal code amendments, and city contracts. The body is also reviewing a partial right-of-way vacation for Marion Road and various special event permits.

• Professional services agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for Water Filtration Plant Ozone and SCADA Systems Replacement ($1,340,400)
• Bid award to Envirotech Equipment for a Valve Exercising Trailer ($115,787.00)
• Bid award to Fire-Dex GW, LLC for Fire Department PPE clean and repair services ($86,545.20)
• Zoning change from Heavy Industrial to Heavy Industrial with a Planned Development Overlay at 2750 Vinland Street
• Proposed drive-through coffee shop at 1120 South Koeller Street

The Oshkosh City Council approved a consent agenda and several ordinances and resolutions, all by 6-0 votes. Key actions included rezoning properties for a drive-through coffee shop and outdoor storage, adopting an app-based parking management system, and awarding a $1.34 million engineering contract for the water filtration plant. The council also approved a $85,000 contract with Associated Appraisal Consultants for city assessor services.

• Approved $1,340,400 engineering contract with Jacobs Engineering for water plant ozone/SCADA project (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance allowing app-based parking management system and updated parking enforcement (6-0)
• Approved zone change to HI-PD at 2750 Vinland Street for outdoor storage (6-0)
• Approved zone change to SMU-PD at 1120 South Koeller Street for drive-through coffee shop (6-0)
• Approved $85,000 contract with Associated Appraisal Consultants for city assessor services (6-0)
• Approved $115,787 bid to Envirotech Equipment for valve exercising trailer (6-0)
• Approved $86,545.20 bid to Fire-Dex GW for PPE clean/repair services (6-0)
• Approved partial right-of-way vacation of Marion Road (6-0)