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OFFICIAL NOTICE AND AGENDA Notice is hereby given that the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Stoughton, Wisconsin, will hold a regular or special meeting as indicated on the date and at the time and location given below. In-person: Fire Department Training Room 401 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA Virtual: Video call link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2319538886842? p=QfuawGGTzoEjxQjoPk Meeting ID: 231 953 888 684 2 Passcode: 8FE7mN6S Dial in by phone +1 323-488-2198,,409900842# United States, Los Angeles Find a local number Phone conference ID: 409 900 842# Commissioners: Dale Reeves, (Chair), Jennifer Lister, (Vice Chair), Carl Chenoweth, Regina Hirsch (Council), Connor McGuane, Jonathon Shroerlucke (Council), and Lukas Trow Executive Director: Katrina Becker (Becker Professional Services) Call To Order Roll Call And Verification Of Quorum Certification Of Compliance With Open Meetings Law Public Comment Period Approval Of Minutes 5. Approval Of Minutes Of September 9, 2026 00 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 9-09-26 MINUTES.PDF Communications Old Business 7.I Riverfront Project Approving an Updated Development Agreement with Alexander Co. (Discussion and Possible Action) * 7.II Blight Identification And Remediation Process (Discussion And Possible Discussion) ** 7.II LETTER TO PROPERTY OWNERS - DRAFT.PDF 7.II SIMPLIFIED BLIGHT IDENTIFICATION AND REMEDIATION PROCESS DRAFT.PDF 7.III Revolving Loan Fund (Discussion And Possible Action) New Business Future Agenda Items 9.I Comprehensive Plan Update 9.II Forward Community Investments Introduction/Presentation Adjournment *The RDA may meet in closed session per State Statute 19.85 (1)(e). Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The RDA may reconvene in an open session to discuss and take action on the subject matter discussed in the closed session. The purpose of this closed session is to discuss terms of potential sales and development of the riverfront redevelopment area and establish a negotiation strategy. **The RDA may meet in closed session per State Statute 19.85 (1)(e). Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The RDA may reconvene in an open session to discuss and take action on the subject matter discussed in the closed session. The purpose of this closed session is to discuss terms of potential sales and development in Redevelopment Areas 1 and 2 in the city, and establish a negotiation strategy. Virtua In-person: Fire Department Training Room 401 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA Virtual: Video call link: HTTPS://TEAMS.MICROSOFT.COM/MEET/2319538886842? P=QFUAWGGTZOEJXQJOPK  Meeting ID: 231 953 888 684 2 Passcode: 8FE7mN6S Dial in by phone +1 323-488-2198,,409900842# United States, Los Angeles Find a local number Phone conference ID: 409 900 842# Any person wishing to attend the meeting, whom because of a disability requires special accommodation, should contact the Planning & Development Department at (608) 873-6691 at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting time so appropriate arrangements can be made. In addition, any person wishing to speak or have their comments heard but does not have access to the internet should also contact the Planning & Development Department at the number above at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made. NOTE: AN EXPANDED MEETING MAY CONSTITUTE A QUORUM OF THE COUNCIL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5.I. Documents: 6. 7. 7.I. 7.II. Documents: 7.III. 8. 9. 9.I. 9.II. 10. 11. OFFICIAL NOTICE AND AGENDA Notice is hereby given that the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Stoughton, Wisconsin, will hold a regular or special meeting as indicated on the date and at the time and location given below. In-person: Fire Department Training Room 401 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA Virtual: Video call link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2319538886842? p=QfuawGGTzoEjxQjoPk Meeting ID: 231 953 888 684 2 Passcode: 8FE7mN6S Dial in by phone +1 323-488-2198,,409900842# United States, Los Angeles Find a local number Phone conference ID: 409 900 842# Commissioners: Dale Reeves, (Chair), Jennifer Lister, (Vice Chair), Carl Chenoweth, Regina Hirsch (Council), Connor McGuane, Jonathon Shroerlucke (Council), and Lukas Trow Executive Director: Katrina Becker (Becker Professional Services) Call To Order Roll Call And Verification Of Quorum Certification Of Compliance With Open Meetings Law Public Comment Period Approval Of Minutes 5. Approval Of Minutes Of September 9, 2026 00 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 9-09-26 MINUTES.PDF Communications Old Business 7.I Riverfront Project Approving an Updated Development Agreement with Alexander Co. (Discussion and Possible Action) * 7.II Blight Identification And Remediation Process (Discussion And Possible Discussion) ** 7.II LETTER TO PROPERTY OWNERS - DRAFT.PDF 7.II SIMPLIFIED BLIGHT IDENTIFICATION AND REMEDIATION PROCESS DRAFT.PDF 7.III Revolving Loan Fund (Discussion And Possible Action) New Business Future Agenda Items 9.I Comprehensive Plan Update 9.II Forward Community Investments Introduction/Presentation Adjournment *The RDA may meet in closed session per State Statute 19.85 (1)(e). Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The RDA may reconvene in an open session to discuss and take action on the subject matter discussed in the closed session. The purpose of this closed session is to discuss terms of potential sales and development of the riverfront redevelopment area and establish a negotiation strategy. **The RDA may meet in closed session per State Statute 19.85 (1)(e). Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The RDA may reconvene in an open session to discuss and take action on the subject matter discussed in the closed session. The purpose of this closed session is to discuss terms of potential sales and development in Redevelopment Areas 1 and 2 in the city, and establish a negotiation strategy. Virtua In-person: Fire Department Training Room 401 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA Virtual: Video call link: HTTPS://TEAMS.MICROSOFT.COM/MEET/2319538886842? P=QFUAWGGTZOEJXQJOPK  Meeting ID: 231 953 888 684 2 Passcode: 8FE7mN6S Dial in by phone +1 323-488-2198,,409900842# United States, Los Angeles Find a local number Phone conference ID: 409 900 842# Any person wishing to attend the meeting, whom because of a disability requires special accommodation, should contact the Planning & Development Department at (608) 873-6691 at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting time so appropriate arrangements can be made. In addition, any person wishing to speak or have their comments heard but does not have access to the internet should also contact the Planning & Development Department at the number above at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made. NOTE: AN EXPANDED MEETING MAY CONSTITUTE A QUORUM OF THE COUNCIL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5.I. Documents: 6. 7. 7.I. 7.II. Documents: 7.III. 8. 9. 9.I. 9.II. 10. 11. OFFICIAL NOTICE AND AGENDA Notice is hereby given that the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Stoughton, Wisconsin, will hold a regular or special meeting as indicated on the date and at the time and location given below. In-person: Fire Department Training Room 401 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA Virtual: Video call link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2319538886842? p=QfuawGGTzoEjxQjoPk Meeting ID: 231 953 888 684 2 Passcode: 8FE7mN6S Dial in by phone +1 323-488-2198,,409900842# United States, Los Angeles Find a local number Phone conference ID: 409 900 842# Commissioners: Dale Reeves, (Chair), Jennifer Lister, (Vice Chair), Carl Chenoweth, Regina Hirsch (Council), Connor McGuane, Jonathon Shroerlucke (Council), and Lukas Trow Executive Director: Katrina Becker (Becker Professional Services) Call To Order Roll Call And Verification Of Quorum Certification Of Compliance With Open Meetings Law Public Comment Period Approval Of Minutes 5. Approval Of Minutes Of September 9, 2026 00 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 9-09-26 MINUTES.PDF Communications Old Business 7.I Riverfront Project Approving an Updated Development Agreement with Alexander Co. (Discussion and Possible Action) * 7.II Blight Identification And Remediation Process (Discussion And Possible Discussion) ** 7.II LETTER TO PROPERTY OWNERS - DRAFT.PDF 7.II SIMPLIFIED BLIGHT IDENTIFICATION AND REMEDIATION PROCESS DRAFT.PDF 7.III Revolving Loan Fund (Discussion And Possible Action) New Business Future Agenda Items 9.I Comprehensive Plan Update 9.II Forward Community Investments Introduction/Presentation Adjournment *The RDA may meet in closed session per State Statute 19.85 (1)(e). Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The RDA may reconvene in an open session to discuss and take action on the subject matter discussed in the closed session. The purpose of this closed session is to discuss terms of potential sales and development of the riverfront redevelopment area and establish a negotiation strategy. **The RDA may meet in closed session per State Statute 19.85 (1)(e). Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The RDA may reconvene in an open session to discuss and take action on the subject matter discussed in the closed session. The purpose of this closed session is to discuss terms of potential sales and development in Redevelopment Areas 1 and 2 in the city, and establish a negotiation strategy. Virtua In-person: Fire Department Training Room 401 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA Virtual: Video call link: HTTPS://TEAMS.MICROSOFT.COM/MEET/2319538886842? P=QFUAWGGTZOEJXQJOPK  Meeting ID: 231 953 888 684 2 Passcode: 8FE7mN6S Dial in by phone +1 323-488-2198,,409900842# United States, Los Angeles Find a local number Phone conference ID: 409 900 842# Any person wishing to attend the meeting, whom because of a disability requires special accommodation, should contact the Planning & Development Department at (608) 873-6691 at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting time so appropriate arrangements can be made. In addition, any person wishing to speak or have their comments heard but does not have access to the internet should also contact the Planning & Development Department at the number above at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made. NOTE: AN EXPANDED MEETING MAY CONSTITUTE A QUORUM OF THE COUNCIL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5.I. Documents: 6. 7. 7.I. 7.II. Documents: 7.III. 8. 9. 9.I. 9.II. 10. 11. Meeting of the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Stoughton Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 6:00 PM MINUTES The meeting of the Redevelopment Authority was conducted as a hybrid meeting. In-person: Fire Department Training Room 401 E Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA Commissioners Present: Dale Reeves (Chair), present; Jennifer Lister (Vice Chair), present; Regina Hirsch (Council), present, online; Jonathon Shroerlucke (Council), present; Connor McGuane, present; Carl Chenoweth, present; Lukas Trow, present, online) Staff: Katrina Becker (Executive Director); Callie LaPoint (Becker Professional Services) Agenda 1. Call to order a. Chair Reeves call the meeting to order at 6:02pm 2. Public comment a. None 3. Approval of minutes of August 12, 2026 a. Commissioner Schroerlucke motioned to approve the minutes of August 12, 2026. Commissioner Lister seconds. All in favor; motion carries 4. Communications. None. 5. Old Business 7.I Riverfront Project – Approving an Updated Development Agreement with Alexander Co. (Discussion and Possible Action) * RDA members discussed the list of contingencies in the REPSA that need to be satisfied by December 1st of this year and directed Director Becker to find out the status of each of the contingencies and report back at the October meeting. Motion to approve resolution 01-02-2026 by Chenoweth. Second by Shroerlucke. Motion carries unanimously. 7.II Blight Identification and Remediation Process** 7.III Revolving Loan Fund Some applications are in process. Downtown building owners are interested in WEDC’s Small Business Development Grant on behalf of the City. This could provide extra funds for grants and/or RLF bucket. 7.II Convene in Closed Session (if necessary) Pursuant to Wisconsin State Statute 19.85(1)(e) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The purpose of this closed session is to discuss terms of potential sales and development of the riverfront redevelopment area and establish a negotiation strategy, and to discuss the potential of purchasing or acquiring property in redevelopment areas one and two. Motion to go into closed session made by Shroerlucke. 6:45pm. Second by Chenoweth. Roll Call Vote Commission Vote Chenoweth Aye Reeves Aye Lister Aye McGuane Aye Shroerlucke Aye Hirsch Aye Lukas Aye Motion to go into open session at 8:02pm by Shroerlucke. Second by Chenoweth. Motion carries unanimously. 6. New Business 8.I 2027 RDA Proposed Budget No comments or changes. 7. Adjourn – Motion to adjourn by Shroerlucke. Second by McGuane. All in favor. Meeting adjourned at 8:11pm. [DATE] Dear Property Owner, The Stoughton Redevelopment Authority (RDA) is reaching out to introduce ourselves and share information about resources and opportunities available to property owners within Stoughton's designated redevelopment areas. Created by the City of Stoughton in 2007 under Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. § 66.1333), the RDA's mission is to encourage investment, support redevelopment and revitalization projects, strengthen property values, and promote the long-term economic vitality of our community. The RDA works collaboratively with property owners, businesses, developers, and community partners to help transform opportunities into successful projects that benefit both individual property owners and the broader community. Stoughton currently includes two redevelopment areas: the Downtown Redevelopment Area and the Railroad Corridor Redevelopment Area. These areas were established to support reinvestment, encourage property improvements, and help position Stoughton for future growth and success. The RDA has a variety of tools available to support revitalization efforts, including: • Connecting property owners with resource-providers including financing, grants, tax credits, and other redevelopment incentives. • Assisting with redevelopment planning and project coordination. • Supporting public improvements that encourage private investment. • Partnering with developers and property owners on redevelopment projects. • Purchasing, assembling, improving, or redeveloping property when doing so advances community redevelopment goals. Over the years, the RDA has successfully partnered on several transformative community projects. These include the redevelopment of the former Marathon gas station site into new housing, creation of the Elven Sted workforce housing development along the Yahara River, establishment of a Revolving Loan Fund, and the Riverfront Redevelopment Project that will bring new housing to downtown Stoughton. In addition to these larger redevelopment initiatives, property owners may be eligible for resources that can help improve and maintain their buildings, including: • RDA Revolving Loan Fund financing • Historic Preservation Tax Credits • Façade and exterior improvement grants • Upper-floor residential conversion assistance • Tax Increment Financing assistance Looking ahead, now may be an especially good time to consider building improvements. The planned Main Street reconstruction project in 2029 will represent a significant public investment in downtown Stoughton. Property owners contemplating façade renovations, upper-floor housing projects, accessibility improvements, building modernization, or larger redevelopment projects may benefit from beginning the planning process now to take advantage of available funding opportunities and coordinate improvements with upcoming infrastructure investments. Whether you are interested in a small property improvement, a major redevelopment project, or simply learning more about available resources, we encourage you to reach out. Katrina Becker Executive Director, Stoughton Redevelopment Authority katrina@beckerproservices.com 608-205-9575 For additional information about the RDA, redevelopment areas, projects, and available programs, please visit: www.stoughtonrda.org Thank you for your continued investment in Stoughton. We look forward to partnering with property owners to preserve, improve, and revitalize our community for years to come. Sincerely, Stoughton Redevelopment Authority Encouraging investment, revitalization, and redevelopment throughout Stoughton Stoughton RDA Simplified Blight Identification and Remediation Process - Draft 1. Property Assessment / Screening a. Every five years do a formal screening/assessment of all property in Redevelopment Areas to update blighted properties list. i. Any areas or properties in the city outside of existing Redevelopment Areas that appear to have blighting conditions may be brought forward for consideration of a formal assessment and Redevelopment Area designation at this time as well. b. Building inspector, RDA executive director, or other qualified consultant does the blight assessment. c. The RDA will coordinate with the city to understand if the city is currently working with any building owners or have found code violations in any properties being assessed. d. All evaluated properties are then divided into the following categories: Blighted, In Need of Rehab/Conservation (not quite blighted but could use some improvement), or In Good Condition). e. Public safety hazards on any of the properties will be flagged to be addressed immediately. f. A report is prepared summarizing the findings of the assessment that is shared with City Council (informational) and available on the RDA’s website. 2. Building Owner Notification a. All property owners in designated Redevelopment Areas receive an introductory letter from the RDA informing them of the RDA’s purpose, that the evaluation was conducted, describing resources/programs available to assist with building improvements, and asking them to contact the RDA if they want to learn more or discuss options for their property. b. Properties that have been found to have safety hazards then receive a follow- up letter (30-45 days after the initial letter) more directly addressing the safety concerns and identifying next steps for remediation. c. Next steps will be determined on a case-by-case basis for each flagged property. 3. Remediation a. Next steps for the remediation of safety concerns/hazards will be determined on a case-by-case basis for each flagged property. b. The RDA will work with property owners who reach out about wanting to do something with their property, also on a case-by-case basis.