Community Development Authority

City of West Allis Meeting Minutes Community Development Authority Gerald C. Matter, Chair Wayne Clark, Vice-Chair Karin M. Gale, Donald Nehmer, Michael Suter Ald. Kevin Haass, Ald. Martin Weigel Patrick Schloss, Economic Development Executive Director Monday, June 5, 2023 6:00 PM City Hall, Room 128 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. SPECIAL MEETING A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL Present 6- Wayne Clark, Donald Nehmer, Kevin Haass, Martin J. Weigel, Gerald C. Matter, Michael Suter Excused 1- Karin M. Gale Others Attending Ald. Lajsic John Pechan, Three Leaf Partners Todd Taves, Ehlers, Inc. Arianna Mallon, Ehlers, Inc. Brian Gerard, Citizen, 2189 S. 90 St. Staff Patrick Schloss, Economic Development ,Executive Director Shaun Mueller, Economic Development, Development Project Manager Carson Coffield, Economic Development Specialist C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 23-0361 May 9, 2023 Attachments: May 9, 2023 (draft minutes) Clark moved to approve this matter, Ald. Haass seconded, motion carried. D. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION 2. 23-0359 Public Hearing regarding the proposed creation of Tax Incremental District No. 19, the proposed boundaries of the District, and the proposed Project Plan for the District. Attachments: Legal Notice Mr. Coffield and Mr.Schloss presented an overview and addressed questions from the Community Development Authority regarding the proposed creation of Tax Incremental District No. 19, the proposed boundaries of the District, and the proposed Project Plan for the District. City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 8/2/2023 Community Development Authority Meeting Minutes June 5, 2023 Mr. Nehmer questioned whether the developer controls and owns the property and was advised that he does. Ald. Weigel inquired on traffic improvements and was advised by Mr. Schloss that a traffic study was completed along with pedestrian crosswalk improvements. Mr. Schloss stated if the TIF over performs we have contingency costs to implement improvements within the corridor. Mr. Nehmer asked if any consideration was given to putting condominiums into this location. Mr. Schloss stated it is a difficult market for condos, with confirmation being received from the developer. Ald. Haass stated that in regards to condominiums to keep in mind that these could end up being sublet and basically end up with multiple owners which rent out their property. Mr. Schloss added that this topic is brought up often with developers and lenders but this isn't a strong contender within the market. Mr. Gerard (citizen) questioned if the project is still proposing 247 units and whether the railroad and sidewalk setbacks have been taken into consideration. Confirmation was given from the developer that the number of units is correct and they've worked closely with their design team to ensure that the buildings don't come directly up to the sidewalks. Mr. Gerard further questioned how many TIF's we currently have and whether condominiums were considered in any of those creations. Mr. Schloss advised that this is the 19th TIF, of which 8 have been closed and that condos were considered in the very early stages of other TIF creations but determined to not be the best options for the market area. Mr. Clark asked for clarification from Mr. Gerard if his concerns are for himself or others, and was advised that he's concerned with the entire area. Mr. Gerard expressed concern for the density of the lot size along with possible over usage of the Historical Society park and the school playground. Mr. Schloss stated the project is a 3 acre development which is consistent with what we developed with Element 84. Mr. Suter questioned if any consideration was given to the property east of this proposal and was advised that property is not vacant and is owned by another entity as well as the property itself is very narrow and wouldn't add to this project. Mr. Gerard questioned what the impact to the Dan Krall Co., and his hydraulic services would be. Mr. Schloss explained that we've met with Mr. Krall and he encouraged the development and is working through areas of concern with the developer. . Chair Matter inquired and received no additional comments from the public. 3. 23-0360 Resolution Establishing the Boundaries of and Approving the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 19. Attachments: CDA Res. No. 1456 - TIF 19 - Boundaries & Prj Plan (6-5-23) signed CDA Res. No. 1456 - TIF 19 - Boundaries & Prj Plan (6-5-23) West Allis TID No. 19 Project Plan_4th DRAFT_2023-5-15 Clark moved to approve this matter, Ald. Weigel seconded, motion carried. 4. 23-0395 Discussion on 6771 W. National Ave. City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 8/2/2023 Community Development Authority Meeting Minutes June 5, 2023 Mr. Mueller provided a monthly updated on this project. The CDA currently has a Letter of Intent with Baum Revision to potentially develop and is working through a development agreement with city staff and detailed plans for the property. The National Park Service has approved the Single Issue Review which allows this project to move forward in a quicker manner. Key elements will be discussed in closed session. This matter was Discussed. 5. 23-0396 Discussion on the proposed redevelopment of 84th and Cleveland Area. Discussed in closed session. This matter was Discussed. 6. 23-0397 Discussion on the 6400 Block of West Greenfield Ave. Discussed in closed session. This matter was Discussed. 7. 23-0309 Consideration relative to Report on Redevelopment Initiatives: a. 84th & Greenfield/TIF Number Eleven b. 68th & Mitchell (former Milwaukee Ductile Iron)/TIF Number Fourteen c. The Market/TIF Number Fifteen d. S. 70th St. & W. Washington St. Corporate Office Corridor Plan/TIF Number Sixteen e. S. 102 St. and W. Lincoln Ave. – West Lincoln Corridor /TIF Number Seventeen f. Hwy. 100 Corridor g. Beloit Road Senior Housing Complex h. W. National Ave. Corridor i. Motor Castings Site – 1323 S. 65 St. j. 116th & Morgan Ave. k. 92nd St.and Greenfield Ave. - Former St. Aloysius Item c; Staff showed footing being installed and dirt being moved. Item d; Discussed at the meeting relative to MATC parking and Allis Yards development. At 6:32 p.m., a motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Ald. Haass to go into closed session to discuss items 4-6 on the agenda. E. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Authority a motion was made by Mr. Clark, seconded by Ald. Haass to adjourn at 7:13 p.m. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 8/2/2023 Community Development Authority Meeting Minutes June 5, 2023 All meetings of the {bdName} are public meetings. 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